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Of these, three have been discharged from the hospital, while the Indian Mission is closely monitoring the condition of the remaining victims, sources said. The attack, which sent shockwaves across the globe, involved a car deliberately ramming into a crowd of people at the bustling Christmas market. At least five people were killed in the incident, including an adult and a toddler, according to Saxony-Anhalt Prime Minister Reiner Haseloff, as per reports by CNN.

According to Reiner Haseloff, the premier of Saxony-Anhalt, the suspect had lived in Germany for nearly two decades and was not previously known to authorities as an Islamist. However, the motive behind the attack remains unclear. Verified footage from the German news agency dpa showed the suspect’s arrest at a tram stop, where police held him at gunpoint before taking him into custody.

Albania’s prime minister says the government will shut down video service TikTok for one year, blaming it for inciting violence and bullying, especially among children

Narendra Modi praised India and Kuwait's strong commercial connections dating back to the nineteenth century, as well as IMEEC as an idea that provided the globe with new direction. Addressing the Indian diaspora in Kuwait City, Modi reflected on the two nations' common ambitions, Viksit Bharat and New Kuwait, and emphasised that there were several potential for India and Kuwait to collaborate. India's skill sets and creativity might lead to new collaborations between the two nations. He said that Ayurveda was assisting the globe with wellbeing while underlining India's contributions to the world in terms of science and innovation.

Delhi Police Crime Branch will likely record the statements of two hospitalised MPs, who are admitted to RML hospital, on December 23, sources said on Saturday. Pratap Chandra Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput got injured on Thursday following a scuffle between the opposition and ruling BJP MPs on the premises of the Parliament. On Thursday, an FIR was registered against Rahul Gandhi at Parliament Street Police Station following a BJP's complaint. Gandhi was accused of physical assault and incitement.

Around 2.30 pm on Wednesday, when Neel Kamal set off to sail from Gateway to Elephanta island, a popular tourist destination, it was business as usual for the boat operators. Without paying much heed to rules and regulations, they overbooked ferrying 110 passengers instead of 80 that is allowed by the Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB). At 3.55 pm as the boat was nearing Karanja, a Navy craft undertaking sea trials lost control, on a collision course, it rammed into the ferry, capsizing it. Just like the roads where the traffic is monitored and regulated, the sea too has its rules. Post the 26/11 attacks where terror visited Mumbai through seas, the coordination between the multiple maritime stakeholders has gotten better and no sea attack in the last 16 years bears testimony to the same.

TikTok for at least a year starting at the beginning of 2025. During a meeting in Tirana with Albanian teachers, parents and psychologists Rama said that «TikTok is the thug of the neighbourhood.» «We are going to chase this thug out of our neighbourhood for one year,» Rama said.

However, for those who need last-minute items or essential services, understanding what’s open and closed can be crucial. Here’s an overview of Christmas Day 2024, covering everything from federal holidays to store hours and garbage pickups.

Bhima achieved extraordinary sales of over 250 kilograms of gold and 400 carats of diamonds in a single day across three district-wide showrooms. Notably, its flagship showroom on MG Road, Thiruvananthapuram, contributed approximately 160 kilograms of gold and 320 carats of diamonds to this total. Remarkably, these record-breaking sales were achieved without any marketing activities as part of Bhima's centenary celebrations. Dr. B. Govindan, Chairman of Bhima Jewellery, highlighted the importance of adapting to changing times. “While we cherish our heritage, we are also preparing for an exciting future. We are planning significant expansions across India and other countries—aiming to take our legacy of purity to a global audience.”

Tom Holland says he is excited to work with Academy Award-winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan for his next movie but doesn't know anything about the project. Nolan has lined-up a star-studded cast, including Matt Damon, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Anne Hathaway, Lupita Nyong'o and Charlize Theron, for the project, which is his follow-up multiple Oscar-winning movie «Oppenheimer». The untitled project will mark the maiden collaboration between Nolan and Holland, known for starring as superhero Spider-Man in multiple Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films. «It hasn't started shooting, to be perfectly honest with you. I don't know anything about it,» the actor said on the Dish podcast.

Bengaluru civic body has issued a notice to former India captain Virat Kohli’s One8 Commune pub on a complaint alleging fire safety violations. The pub, located on the sixth floor of Ratnams Complex on Kasturba Road near the Chinnaswamy stadium, has been alleged of operating without implementing mandated fire safety measures or obtaining a fire department clearance certificate. BBMP's notice comes after a notice filed by social activist Venkatesh, who claims that the lack of fire safety measures poses a risk.

Jared Leto has been roped in to play Skeletor, the skull-faced archenemy of He-Man, in the upcoming movie «Masters of the Universe». Led by Nicholas Galitzine, the project is based on Mattel's famous toy line, which inspired a successful animated TV series in 1983 and a 1987 film starring Dolph Lundgren as He-Man, reported Variety. While plot details remain under wraps, the story centers on Prince Adam of Eternia, who transforms into the muscular hero He-Man. «With the help of his magical Power Sword, the hero is tasked with defending his home planet from the evil sorcerer Skeletor,» reads the official synopsis.

The off-spinner did not disappoint his captain, who opted to bowl first after winning the toss. Hosts Zimbabwe were reduced to 120/9 in 28 0overs. Ghazanfar bowled a brilliant spell of 10-0-33-5. This is his second fifer in just 11 ODI matches. Afghanistan lead the three match ODI series 1-0 after the first match was washed out.

Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday announced an Ambedkar scholarship for free foreign education of the city's Dalit students. Kejriwal said the Dr Ambedkar Samman Scholarship was a response to the BJP's «insult» of Ambedkar. Union Home Minister Amit Shah «insulted and made fun of Babasaheb Dr Ambedkar in Parliament. Crores of people who love Ambedkar were deeply pained,» the former Delhi chief minister said at the AAP headquarters. Ambedkar had said education was the way forward and secured a PhD from the US against all odds, Kejriwal told reporters.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Last month the Taliban published a new consolidated code of religious laws. It has left Afghan women reeling, with many now searching for ways to leave.

Infosys Founder Narayana Murthy said true nationalism is to work for the betterment of the country and not by merely wrapping oneself in the national flag. “The young generation must work with a sense of responsibility toward the nation and society. We must care for the underprivileged sections of society, or else we are no better than animals. Becoming a responsible citizen and working toward the country’s betterment is true nationalism. Merely wrapping oneself in the national flag does not make one a true nationalist,” Murthy said while speaking at the Sustainability Crusade award ceremony organised by the J P Shroff Foundation in Hyderabad on Friday.

Yemen's Iranian-backed Huthi rebels have repeatedly launched missile attacks against Israel since the war in Gaza began more than a year ago, most of which have been intercepted. In return, Israel has struck multiple targets in Yemen — including ports and energy facilities in areas controlled by the Huthis.

Annabel Sutherland on Saturday continued her good form with the bat, registering her second consecutive ODI century against New Zealand in Wellington. Sutherland, who had scored a match-winning ton against India last week, pulled Australia out of trouble once again with an unbeaten 105 off 81 balls. Her effort carried the visitors to to 7-291 after they were put into bat in the second Rose Bowl ODI. The 23-year-old was given a lifeline on 67 in the 48th over and capitalised, hitting 33 runs from the next 11 balls she faced to bring up a 78-ball century.

Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Amir of the State of Kuwait. This will be the first visit of the Prime Minister any Indian Prime Minister to Kuwait after 43 years. PM Modi will attend the opening ceremony of the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup as a special guest of the Emir of Kuwait. He will also interact with the Indian diaspora at the 'Hala Modi' community event at Sheikh Saad Al Abdullah Sports Complex.

Ganjam, Gajapati, Kendrapada, and Jagatsinghpur districts, forecasting light to heavy rainfall as a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal intensifies. Speaking to ANI, IMD Bhubaneswar Director Manorama Mohanty said, «Wind direction has changed to south-easterly, and the winds are carrying a lot of moisture as a result of which there was a forecast of rain. In interior Odisha, light to medium rainfall is expected. Heavy rain is expected in some places.» On Tuesday, light to moderate rain or thundershowers are expected in many parts of Coastal Odisha and isolated areas of Interior Odisha. Additionally, shallow to moderate fog may occur in one or two locations in Kandhamal, Kalahandi, and Sundargarh districts.

Amazon in the peak festive period extended into a second day Friday as the retail behemoth said the labor action would not affect its business, as per a report on AFP. Amazon has experienced «no disruptions at all,» a company spokeswoman told AFP. «And we aren't anticipating any either», AFP reported. The Teamsters union on Thursday launched a strike targeting seven Amazon facilities spaced around the United States. Union officials said the stoppage continued Friday at the same locales.