This UK-based TV personality praises Indian Railways, calls Vande Bharat better than…; WATCH

UK-based TV personality Narinder Kaur praises Indian Railways after travelling on a Vande Bharat train, calling it better than UK trains. Her video has gone viral online.
‘Atmosphere not congenial’: Why was there no discussion on Delhi pollution crisis in the Parliament?

Delhi and neighbouring regions have remained shrouded by a blanket of toxic smog for weeks now, with air quality index (AQI) levels regularly breaching levels considered hazardous for human and animal health. Around 1 pm on Friday, Delhi’s AQI was 331, falling in the “very poor” category.
Tamil Nadu draft SIR electoral roll 2025 out: Here’s how to check if your name is on voter list

The ECI has given a monthlong window for voters to verify their details and submit claims or objections before the final list is published. The ECI says the exercise is aimed at improving the accuracy of voter lists by identifying deceased voters, duplicate entries, and those whose have relocated.
Gujarat First Draft SIR: Number of voters drops by nearly 74 lakh to…; check details here

The draft electoral rolls were published in Ahmedabad by the Election Commission on Friday.
‘Jahannum main jaye’: Giriraj Singh’s shocking statement to woman defending Nitish Kumar over Hijab row lands him in trouble, what happened?

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was under scrutiny due to the Hijab controversy for the fourth day on Thursday. However, Union minister and BJP leader Giriraj Singh came to his defence after he pulled down a Muslim woman’s veil in public.
School Holiday December 19: Schools to remain closed in THESE states today due to…; Check state-wise list here

Extreme cold waves, rising pollution, and local holidays are causing school closures and schedule changes across India on December 19, 2025. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Goa, Jammu & Kashmir and Tamil Nadu are among the states affected, with some schools shifting to online or hybrid modes.
Good news for commuters: Gurugram to get metro services on THESE 2 new routes, preparations underway; Here’s what we know so far

Gurugram is set to expand its metro network as HMRTC approves DPRs for two new corridors connecting Bhondsi, the railway station, Golf Course Extension Road and Sector 5. Traffic studies will begin soon, with reports expected in six months.
Delhi-NCR pollution: Air quality remains ‘very poor’, hits ‘severe’ in THESE areas; over 61,000 PUCCs issued in 24 hrs

According to the Central Pollution Control Board, the Air Quality Index in Delhi is at 387 as of 6 am, falling into the ‘very poor’ category. Several other areas reeled under ‘severe’ levels, with Anand Vihar recording an AQI of 437, ITO at 409 and Jahangirpuri at 400.
India to get its first forest university in THIS city, not in Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru or Hyderabad, it is in…

Uttar Pradesh is set to establish India’s first forest university in Gorakhpur, focused on forestry, wildlife and environmental sciences. The university will offer specialised programs in forestry, agroforestry, and conservation. The campus will provide both academic and field-based research.
SEBI’s Digital Gold Caution: What the Regulator Is Really Signaling to Investors

Digital gold has emerged as one of the most widely used entry points into commodity investing for Indian retail investors. It offers fractional exposure, transparent pricing, and the convenience of online purchase without immediate concerns around storage and delivery.