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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.