Top News: MP Govt to Remove IAS Santosh Verma; Bangladesh Bars Atif Aslam; Phogat Takes Retirement U-Turn

56 Retired Supreme Court and High Court Judges Condemn Opposition’s Impeachment Motion To Target Madras HC Judge, Flags Threat to Judicial Independence

A total of 56 former judges, including retired Supreme Court justices, have strongly condemned the impeachment notice filed against Madras High Court Judge Justice G.R. Swaminathan by over 120 INDIA bloc MPs led by the DMK on December 9, 2025. Terming the move “deeply troubling,” the former judges highlighted that it represents political intimidation and poses a grave threat to judicial autonomy. They stressed that impeachment is meant to safeguard judicial integrity, not serve as a tool for retaliation or coercion. Citing past instances of political interference during the Emergency, the judges warned that allowing such attempts risks undermining democracy, stressing that judicial decisions must be challenged only through legal critique, not political pressure.

AI-Generated Deepfake Video of NCC DG Goes Viral: Claim That Pakistani Drone Reached Delhi-Gujarat Found Fake, Reveals PIB Fact-Check

A deepfake video of NCC Director General Lieutenant General Virendra Vats, generated using AI, is circulating on social media, falsely claiming that a Pakistani drone reached Delhi and Gujarat in May. PIB Fact-Check has confirmed that this claim is entirely fake. In the original video, DG Vats was discussing drone technology and NCC training. The government has urged the public to be cautious of AI-generated deepfakes and not to share such misleading information without verifying its authenticity.

Vinesh Phogat Returns from Retirement, Begins Training for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Indian woman wrestler Vinesh Phogat had decided to retire from wrestling after the Paris 2024 Olympics, but she has now reversed her decision and is making a comeback.

At the Paris 2024 Olympics, Vinesh was disqualified just before the Women’s 50 kg freestyle wrestling final for being 100 grams over the weight limit. She had also ventured into politics, winning the Julana seat in the Haryana Assembly elections for the Congress party.

In an Instagram post, Vinesh described her 18-month break as a period of self-reflection and said she is now returning to the mat with renewed energy and inspiration from her son. She stated that her next goal is to win a medal for India at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

However, earlier, Phogat had faced controversies while balancing wrestling and her political career.

Andhra Pradesh: Hostel Warden Held After Allegations of Forcing Religious Conversion at Government BC Hostel in Vizag

Police in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, have detained a government Backward Classes (BC) hostel warden after serious allegations emerged that the official was encouraging religious conversion among students living in the hostel. Multiple complaints from students and their families claimed the warden was using hostel time and premises to conduct religious activities and persuade students to change their faith. Authorities have registered a First Information Report (FIR) and launched a formal investigation into the misuse of the hostel for religious purposes. Further details are awaited as the probe continues.

UP: Mohammad Aashu and Accomplices Accused of Assaulting Hindu Woman Over Loan Recovery in Ghaziabad

A serious incident was reported in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, where Aarti was abused and assaulted by Mohammad Aashu and his associates when she visited them to recover a two-year-old loan. After the attack, she immediately called emergency helpline 112, but instead of support, the police pressured her and registered a counter-complaint filed by the accused. Despite clear video evidence of the assault, no action has been taken so far, and the investigation remains pending.

MP: Woman Sania Ali (Now Sati) and Hindu Man Nikhil Kochle Marry After Embracing Sanatan Dharma, Inspired by Ramcharitmanas

In Madhya Pradesh’s Khandwa district, a woman named Sania Ali, who now identifies as Sati, formally embraced Sanatan Dharma after being deeply inspired by the teachings of the Ramcharitmanas. She performed a prayaschit hawan at the ancient Mahadevgarh Temple as part of her religious transition. After this, she married her longtime partner Nikhil Kochle following complete Vedic rituals, including the seven pheras. The couple stated that their decision was entirely voluntary, and the temple pujari guided both the ghar-wapsi ceremony and the marriage.

Varanasi Horror: Mahmood Ali Brutally Rapes 9-Year-Old Hindu Dalit Girl, Faces Mob Fury and POCSO Arrest

In a spine-chilling crime in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 65-year-old Mahmood Ali preyed on a sleeping 9-year-old Dalit Hindu girl on her veranda. He lured her to his home, bolted the door, terrorized her with threats, and savagely raped her, inflicting severe bleeding wounds.

The brave child fled and exposed the atrocity. Enraged locals hunted down the fleeing predator, beat him mercilessly, and surrendered him to police. Authorities slapped POCSO Act charges; the monster is now in custody, vowing justice for the innocent victim.

Sack of Voter IDs Found on Bengal Highway; BJP Claims Cards Linked to Bogus Voting in TMC Area

A major controversy erupted in West Bengal’s Nadia district after a sack filled with Elector Photo Identity Cards (EPIC) was found dumped beside National Highway-12 near Shantipur on December 10. Locals discovered the sack near a garbage area and immediately alerted the police. Officers recovered the voter cards and have begun verification and investigation. The BJP claimed that the cards were linked to bogus voting in a TMC-controlled area. This incident comes amid the state’s ongoing Special Intensive Revision of voter rolls, which began on November 4.

Chhattisgarh: Strict Ban on Selling Tobacco Products to Minors, Amarua Gram Panchayat Issues Notice

The Amarua Gram Panchayat in Balodabazar district of Chhattisgarh has taken a major step to prevent the growing spread of addiction among minors. On the instructions of Sarpanch Vijay Gautam Nayak, the Panchayat has imposed a strict ban on all shopkeepers from selling tobacco products — including gutkha, beedi, and cigarettes — to minors. The Panchayat stated that this initiative aims to protect the health and future of young people and to create an addiction-free environment.

UP: 25-Year-Old Woman in Lucknow Dies by Suicide After Going Live on Instagram

In Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, a 25-year-old beautician, Jaya Pandey, died by suicide on Thursday after going live on Instagram from her rented room and hanging herself. Meta’s safety algorithm detected her suicidal behaviour and immediately sent an alert to the police.

The police reached the location within eight minutes, broke open the door, and entered the room, but by then, Jaya had already passed away. Initial investigations suggest a love affair and mental stress as possible reasons behind the incident. The police have informed her family, and further investigation is underway.

Bangladeshi Woman Enters India via Nepal Without Visa After Marrying Mohammad Rashid in Saudi Arabia; FIR Filed in UP’s Amroha

A Bangladeshi woman named Reena Begum, who came to India after marrying Mohammad Rashid in Saudi Arabia, has been detained in Mandi Dhanaura of Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh, for entering the country without a visa. Rashid, a resident of Katra Mohalla, said that after a seven-year relationship, he married Reena six years ago.

Rashid explained that around one and a half months ago, they travelled through Nepal to enter India and then took a bus from Delhi to reach Mandi Dhanaura. As soon as the police received information about the Bangladeshi woman on Thursday, they detained her and registered an FIR under Section 14 of the Foreigners Act. Police and intelligence agencies are now verifying her documents and the method of her illegal entry.

During interrogation, it was found that the woman holds a passport from Dhaka, Bangladesh, but she did not have a valid visa. Her mobile phone has also been seized.

It is worth noting that Rashid had married Shaista sixteen years ago and had travelled to Saudi Arabia for work nearly ten years ago, where he met Reena Begum.

Hyderabad: Tension Escalates in Afzalgunj, as AIMIM Leaders Threaten Agitation; GHMC Anti-Encroachment Drive Halted

Tension gripped Afzalgunj in Hyderabad, Telangana, after AIMIM leaders allegedly obstructed a Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation anti-encroachment drive along the Musi riverbank. In videos from the spot, party functionaries appear to urge local residents to resist the operation, claiming a mosque was about to be demolished. GHMC teams had arrived with bulldozers to clear what officials termed illegal stalls and encroachments. As crowds gathered and tempers rose, authorities halted the demolition and deployed heavy police forces to prevent further unrest and possible violence.

Tension Escalates in Afzalgunj, Hyderabad as AIMIM Leaders Threaten Agitation; GHMC Anti-Encroachment Drive Halted

In Afzalgunj, Hyderabad, tensions rose sharply after AIMIM leaders threatened protests and attempted to block GHMC bulldozers during an anti-encroachment drive. The drive aimed to remove illegal stalls along the Musi riverbank but was halted following heated opposition. Videos show party leaders urging locals to resist, claiming a mosque demolition, intensifying unrest. Authorities deployed heavy police forces to maintain law and order, and the operation was paused temporarily to prevent further escalation and potential clashes in the sensitive area.

MP: IAS Officer Santosh Verma Faces Consequences for Obscene Remarks on Brahmin Daughters; Removed from Agriculture Department, Centre Asked for Dismissal

The Mohan Yadav government in Madhya Pradesh has immediately removed IAS officer Santosh Verma, who made obscene remarks about daughters of the Brahmin community, from the Agriculture Department and attached him to the GAD pool. This decision was taken during a late-night meeting at the Chief Minister’s office.

Santosh Verma faces serious allegations of obtaining IAS promotion using forged documents, which has already been declared illegal. Following widespread outrage over his indecent remarks, a proposal to dismiss him from service will now be sent to the central government, and a charge sheet will also be issued against him.

Ahmedabad Grants Citizenship to 195 Hindu Refugees; 122 Under CAA

In Ahmedabad, 195 Hindu expatriates from neighboring countries received Indian citizenship certificates in a special camp attended by Deputy CM Harshabhai Sanghvi and Minister Darshanaben Vaghela. Of these, 122 were granted citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and 73 were registered directly at the collector’s office. Deputy CM Sanghvi praised PM Modi and HM Amit Shah for safeguarding refugee rights, while beneficiaries like Dr. Mahesh Kumar Purohit and engineer Pooja Abhimanyu expressed joy.

Bangladesh Denies Permission to Pakistani Singer Atif Aslam for Concert Marking Pakistan Army’s 1971 Surrender

Bangladesh has denied Pakistani singer Atif Aslam permission to perform at a concert scheduled during the country’s Victory Month. This was an occasion dedicated to commemorate Bangladesh’s 1971 liberation and Pakistan’s military surrender.

In a striking irony, the proposed concert was intended to mark the very defeat of the Pakistani Army at the hands of the Indian Armed Forces and the Mukti Bahini led by Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Atif Aslam’s request was turned down amid strong public sentiment against Pakistan’s historical atrocities in East Pakistan, especially under General Tikka Khan’s notorious “Operation Searchlight.”

Bangladesh continues to call for global recognition of the genocide committed against Bengali-speaking Muslims, Hindus, and other minorities during the 1971 conflict. Following the government’s refusal, Aslam cancelled his plans to perform at the event.

Maharashtra: Pastor Yoseph Gill Arrested in Pune for Conversion Attempt After Claiming His Prayers Cured Woman’s AIDS

On 9 December 2025, Pune, Maharashtra, Police arrested pastor Yoseph Gill for promoting religious conversion while claiming that his prayers had cured a woman of AIDS. The event, presented as a Christmas celebration, was reportedly used to target poor and Dalit communities for conversion. After a local complaint, authorities registered a case under the Maharashtra Anti-Superstition and Black Magic Act. accused Gill was taken into custody the same day, and police are now investigating the fraudulent healing claim and the conversion-related activities.

Former Pakistani ISI Chief and Imran Khan Aide Faiz Hameed Convicted on Four Charges, Sentenced to 14 Years by Military Court

The Pakistani military court has sentenced former Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) chief Faiz Hameed to 14 years in prison. Hameed, known to be a close associate of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, was found guilty of engaging in political activities, violating the Official Secrets Act, misusing authority and state resources, and causing unlawful harm to individuals.

The military court awarded the sentence after a lengthy legal process. Hameed had been taken into custody last year following an investigation into allegations linked to the Top City Project scam.

Madhya Pradesh: Ashif Accused of Repeatedly Stalking RBS College Girls in Chhatarpur’s Isolated Area

In Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, Ashif has been accused of stalking female students from RBS College while they were returning home through a deserted route. According to eyewitnesses, he had been following the girls for several days. When locals confronted him, an argument broke out, after which he ran away. Students claim this harassment has been happening repeatedly. The incident has raised serious concerns about women’s safety.

Six Gulf Nations Ban the Film Dhuruandhar, Calling It “Anti-Pakistan”; Earlier, They Had Also Restricted Films Like Article 370 and The Kashmir Files

Aditya Dhar’s film Dhuruandhar, which is performing strongly at the box office, has been banned in six Gulf countries, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. These nations denied the movie a release, labelling it “anti-Pakistan.”

When the film’s team approached the censor boards in these countries, they were asked to make extensive cuts, which were not feasible to accept. Notably, these nations have previously banned several Indian films, including Article 370 and The Kashmir Files.

PM Modi and President Trump Review India–US Strategic Partnership in Key Phone Conversation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump held an important telephonic discussion on Thursday to assess the progress of the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership between India and the United States. Both leaders underlined the need to maintain strong momentum in expanding bilateral trade and cooperation across defence, energy, technology and security.

Sharing an update on X, PM Modi wrote: “Had a very warm and engaging conversation with President Trump. We reviewed the progress in our bilateral relations and discussed regional and international developments… we will continue to work together for global peace, stability and prosperity.” The call coincided with US officials meeting Indian counterparts in New Delhi as both sides worked to resolve pending issues, including market access for American farm, meat and dairy products.