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A government school teacher in Bihar’s Begusarai was kidnapped and forcibly married in a practice known as 'Pakadwa Vivah.' Avnish Kumar, the victim, alleges he was abducted by a group of men and coerced into marrying Gunjan, who claims they had been in a relationship for four years. A viral video showed Avnish resisting the marriage, and he later reported being physically assaulted during the ordeal. While Gunjan insists the marriage was consensual, Avnish denies any romantic involvement and accuses her of harassment. The case has drawn attention to the controversial practice, with police now investigating the incident.

Telugu superstar Allu Arjun, released from jail on Saturday in connection with the Sandhya Theatre stampede case, expressed his respect for the law and pledged full cooperation with authorities. Speaking to the media outside his home, he reassured fans, saying, "I am a law-abiding citizen, I respect the law, and I will cooperate." Arjun also extended condolences to the family affected by the incident, emphasizing that the tragedy was "out of my personal control." He further thanked his fans for their support during the challenging time. The case continues to unfold as authorities investigate the circumstances surrounding the stampede.

Actor Allu Arjun has been arrested by the Hyderabad police following a tragic incident during the premiere of his film Pushpa 2: The Rule at Sandhya Theatre on December 4. The stampede, triggered by the actor’s arrival with his security team, led to the death of 35-year-old Revathi and injuries to her son. In addition to Allu Arjun, three individuals from the theatre’s management have been detained. The actor expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, offering condolences and a Rs 25 lakh donation to the victim's family. Despite the incident, Pushpa 2 has broken box-office records, grossing over Rs 800 crore globally in just four days.

Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh made history on Thursday by becoming the youngest World Chess Champion at just 18 years old. He defeated reigning champion Ding Liren of China in the final game of a tense 14-game match, securing 7.5 points to Liren's 6.5. Gukesh’s triumph marks him as the second Indian to win the title, following Viswanathan Anand. His victory comes after a dramatic series of games, with all others drawn except for his wins in the third, 11th, and final games. Gukesh’s achievement cements his place as the 18th World Chess Champion and the youngest ever to hold the title.

A wedding video featuring an Indian couple's dramatic entry inspired by the Bollywood film Animal has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions online. The couple made their grand entrance riding a custom-built steel machine gun, mimicking a scene from the movie. While the clip has amassed millions of views, many viewers were left cringing at the bizarre stunt, with some criticizing the violent theme and questioning the couple’s choice. Despite the backlash, a few defended the couple’s attempt at a unique wedding entry. The video has since become a topic of heated debate on social media.

Popular Tamil actress Keerthy Suresh has officially tied the knot with Antony Thattil in a beautiful and intimate ceremony in Goa. The actress shared the first official wedding pictures on Instagram, capturing the couple exchanging garlands, with their loved ones cheering. Fans flooded the comments section with congratulatory messages, wishing the couple a lifetime of happiness. Ahead of her wedding, Keerthy visited the Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple in Tirupati with her family to seek blessings for her Bollywood debut in Baby John and her upcoming wedding.

On Wednesday, WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook experienced widespread outages, disrupting communication and social media activities globally. Over 50,000 Facebook users reported issues with logging in, uploading posts, and updating content, while Instagram and WhatsApp faced similar disruptions. Users struggled with slow or unavailable access to messages and posts across both desktop and mobile versions of the platforms. No official statement has been released by Meta, the parent company, regarding the outages.

Pushpa 2: The Rule, the latest offering from Allu Arjun and director Sukumar, is set to enter the Rs 1,000-crore club globally. Released on December 5, the sequel has been a major success, particularly in the Hindi market, where it is outpacing the original film. Early estimates suggest that the film will reach the Rs 1,000-crore milestone today, setting a record for the fastest Indian film to achieve this feat. As of December 10, Pushpa 2 has earned Rs 645.95 crore nett in India, with the Hindi version leading the charge at Rs 370.1 crore.

Vibha Gupta, a Bengaluru-based content writer, shared her experience of rejecting a job offer due to the CEO's unprofessional behavior during an interview. She recalled being kept waiting for 15 minutes, witnessing the CEO reprimand an HR employee in front of her, and having her creative work dismissed as "ChatGPT-like." Gupta ultimately decided to withdraw her application, stating, "He might find someone who’ll be a great fit for his company, but he doesn’t deserve me." Her post has sparked a discussion about workplace respect and red flags during the hiring process.

A man from Bhagalpur, Bihar, attempted to marry another woman while still legally married to his first wife, triggering a dramatic confrontation. Sekha Devi, the first wife, discovered the plans for the second wedding and confronted the bride-to-be's family, exposing her husband's deception. The confrontation led to the cancellation of the wedding, leaving both families shocked and embroiled in a scandal that began with a love marriage and spiraled into a legal dispute and attempted bigamy.

Ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, both the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the BJP have drawn inspiration from the blockbuster film Pushpa 2 for their political campaigns. AAP's poster features Arvind Kejriwal with the slogan “Kejriwal Jhukega Nahi,” signaling the party's intent to secure a fourth consecutive term. In response, the BJP released a poster with Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva posing as the film's protagonist, Pushpa, with the tagline “Bhrashtachariyon Ko Khatam Karenge,” targeting AAP over corruption. Both parties are using these creative campaigns to appeal to voters ahead of the crucial elections.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed concern over the growing tensions between Israel and Iran, stating that India’s diplomatic efforts are focused on addressing this issue. Speaking at the Manama Dialogue in Bahrain, Jaishankar emphasized the impact of the West Asia conflict on global trade, particularly the diversion of maritime routes and rising costs. He highlighted India’s interest in mitigating security challenges in the region, given its dependence on West Asia for energy supplies and the presence of millions of Indian expatriates. Jaishankar also discussed India’s role in regional security, its naval presence in key maritime regions, and its participation in various connectivity projects aimed at enhancing global trade.