
<p><strong>Chhath Special Train: </strong>Before Chhath Puja, Railway Board Chairman Satish Kumar inspected the facilities on Sunday and said that the Railway is running 195 special trains from the Delhi region in 13 days for the convenience of passengers. Kumar said, &#8220;We are running additional trains under a special arrangement. We are running 195 special trains from the Delhi region in 13 days&#8230; Today, 70 trains are running from Delhi, including 16 special trains and 4 unannounced trains. Through these measures, we are trying to provide facilities to passengers. I asked passengers about the arrangements, and they are satisfied with this year&#8217;s arrangements,&#8221;.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Railway Board Chairman Interacts with Passengers</h2>



<p>The Railway Board Chairman also interacted with passengers traveling during Chhath Puja. Indian Railway announced on Friday that it will run special trains across the country to ensure safe travel for passengers to their hometowns during Chhath Puja.</p>



<p>Railway Board&#8217;s Executive Director of Information and Publicity, Dileep Kumar, said that the Indian Railway ran over 160 trains on Thursday and plans to run over 170 trains on Sunday. Kumar said that special arrangements have been made at all major stations, including New Delhi, Anand Vihar, Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Mumbai, Bandra, Vijayawada, Visakhapatnam, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Bengaluru. He said, &#8220;Special arrangements have been made for people traveling to their hometowns during Chhath Puja. We are running multiple trains to control the crowd for Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. Yesterday, we ran over 160 trains and today we plan to run over 170 trains. To control the crowd, Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel have been deployed, and railway staff are available to assist passengers in any way.&#8221;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Additional Coaches Added to Special Trains</h2>



<p>Additional coaches have been added to special trains, and hundreds of CCTV cameras have been installed at stations to monitor passenger movement. Kumar said, &#8220;Tickets can be booked online and offline. Those who cannot get confirmed tickets can take advantage of unreserved seats. We have banned unnecessary passenger movement and have deployed railway staff to assist senior and physically challenged citizens.&#8221; Chhath is an important festival celebrated mainly in Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Bihar, and other northern and eastern parts of India.</p>


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Manmohan Singh Passes Away: Nation Mourns Architect of Economic Reforms


<p>Manmohan Singh Death: Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, the architect of India&#8217;s economic liberalisation, passed away at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS Delhi) on Thursday at the age of 92. AIIMS, in an official statement, said that Dr Singh was admitted to the medical emergency at 8.06 PM after his health deteriorated. Prior to this, he was undergoing treatment for age-related ailments at home and had suddenly collapsed. He breathed his last at 9.51 PM on Thursday.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Seven Days of National Mourning Declared</h2>



<p>The central government has declared seven days of national mourning following Dr Singh&#8217;s death and cancelled all scheduled events on Friday. A cabinet meeting has been called for 11 AM. Dr Singh&#8217;s last rites will be performed with full state honours. Several dignitaries, including President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, have expressed their condolences.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Born in Gah, West Punjab</h2>



<p>Manmohan Singh was born on 26 September 1932, in Gah, West Punjab, now part of Pakistan. Following the partition of India in 1947, his family moved to India. His father&#8217;s name was Gurmukh Singh and his mother&#8217;s name was Amrit Kaur. He married Gursharan Kaur in 1958. He is survived by three daughters: Upinder Singh, Daman Singh, and Amrit Singh.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">His last Public Appearance was in January</h2>



<p>Manmohan Singh had remained away from politics in recent years due to health reasons. His health had been frail since the beginning of 2024. His last public appearance was in January 2024 at the launch of his daughter&#8217;s book.</p>



<p>“Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji was one of those rare politicians who also straddled the worlds of academia and administration with equal ease. In his various roles in public offices, he made critical contributions to reforming the Indian economy. He will always be remembered for his service to the nation, his impeccable political life, and his utmost humility.”<br><strong>-President Droupadi Murmu</strong></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Humble Beginnings to Become an Economist</h2>



<p>The nation mourns the passing of one of its most distinguished leaders, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. Rising from humble origins, he became a respected economist. He served in various government positions, including as Finance Minister, leaving a strong imprint on our economic policy for years. His interventions in Parliament were always insightful. As our Prime Minister, he made extensive efforts to improve people&#8217;s lives. Dr. Singh and I used to interact regularly when he was the Prime Minister and I was the Chief Minister of Gujarat. We would have in-depth discussions on various governance-related subjects. His intellect and humility were always evident. My condolences to his family, friends, and countless admirers in this hour of grief. Om Shanti.<br><strong>-Narendra Modi, Prime Minister</strong></p>



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<p>“The passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji is deeply saddening. A renowned economist and enlightened politician, he will always be remembered for his gentle and simple nature. As a skilled administrator, Finance Minister, and Prime Minister, he served the nation for decades.”<br><strong>-Om Birla, Lok Sabha Speaker</strong></p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Changed the Lives of Millions of Indians</h2>



<p>“With the passing of the former Prime Minister, India has lost a visionary statesman, an impeccably honest leader, and an economist of unparalleled stature. His policies profoundly changed the lives of millions of Indians. He virtually created a middle class in India and lifted millions out of poverty. His incomparable contribution will forever be etched in history.”<br><strong>-Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition, Rajya Sabha</strong></p>


<p>Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, the architect of India&#8217;s economic liberalisation, passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday at AIIMS, Delhi.</p>


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Manmohan Singh: From Government Job to Prime Minister – His Inspiring Journey


<p><strong>Manmohan Singh Passes Away:</strong> Dr Manmohan Singh, who served as India&#8217;s 14th Prime Minister, is remembered as the architect of India&#8217;s economic reforms. He was sworn in as Prime Minister on 22 May 2004 and completed two terms, concluding on 26 May 2014. Leading the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government under the Congress party, he served a total of 3,656 days as Prime Minister, making him the third-longest-serving Prime Minister in India&#8217;s history, after Jawaharlal Nehru (6,130 days) and Indira Gandhi (5,829 days).</p>



<p>Born on 26 September 1932, in the village of Gah, in the Punjab region of Pakistan, Singh completed his postgraduate studies in Economics at Panjab University, Chandigarh, and subsequently obtained a doctorate from Oxford University.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">From Civil Service to Politics</h2>



<p>Singh had a long and distinguished career in government service. He began his journey in 1971 during Indira Gandhi&#8217;s tenure as an economic advisor to the Ministry of Foreign Trade. In 1972, he became the Chief Economic Advisor to the Ministry of Finance, a position he held until 1976.</p>



<p>In 1991, amidst India&#8217;s economic crisis, he was appointed as the Finance Minister. Singh devalued the rupee, reduced taxes, privatised state-owned industries, and encouraged foreign investment, leading to positive changes in the country&#8217;s economy. A member of the Indian National Congress, he joined the Rajya Sabha in 1991. He served as Finance Minister until 1996 but lost the 1999 Lok Sabha elections.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2004 Victory, Manmohan Singh Becomes Prime Minister</h2>



<p>The Congress party defeated the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the 2004 parliamentary elections. Congress President Sonia Gandhi declined the Prime Ministership, and Singh was chosen for the post. He formed the government and assumed office. His key objectives included improving the condition of India&#8217;s poor, establishing peace with Pakistan, and improving relations between various religious communities.</p>



<p>Singh worked towards a rapidly growing economy, but rising fuel prices led to increased inflation, creating difficulties in providing subsidies to the poor. To meet India&#8217;s growing energy needs, he signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with US President George W. Bush in 2005. This agreement allowed India to obtain fuel and technology for nuclear power plants but faced international opposition. Following further progress on the agreement in 2008, Singh&#8217;s government faced a confidence vote in Parliament, a process affected by allegations of corruption and vote-buying.</p>



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<p>In the May 2009 elections, Congress increased its number of seats, and Singh assumed office as Prime Minister for a second term. However, a slowdown in India&#8217;s economic growth and corruption allegations against Congress leaders affected the government&#8217;s popularity during his second term. In 2014, Singh announced he would not seek a third term as Prime Minister, and he left office on 26 May, the same day Narendra Modi was sworn in as Prime Minister.</p>


<p>Dr Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India, has passed away. He was admitted to the emergency department of AIIMS, Delhi, on Thursday following a deterioration in his health.</p>


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<p><strong>Weather Alert:</strong> Cold weather has begun to affect northern India, including the national capital, Delhi. Meanwhile, a new western disturbance has changed the weather pattern. Rain is falling in several states, including Delhi, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh. Snowfall continues in the hilly areas. According to the Meteorological Department, this weather pattern is expected to continue in the coming days. The rain and snowfall will intensify the cold. The western disturbance, active for the next three days, is going to bring a significant change in the weather. During this period, there is a possibility of light to moderate rain and hail in several states. Light to moderate rain and dense fog are predicted in some areas.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Heavy Rainfall and Snowfall Predicted</h2>



<p>The cold is expected to intensify further in many parts of the country. According to the Meteorological Department, due to a new western disturbance, heavy rain and snowfall are predicted in the Western Himalayan regions on 27 and 28 December. Rain and hail are expected in Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, West Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, East Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha, Chhattisgarh, Central Maharashtra, Marathwada, and Gujarat on 27 December, and in some parts of West Madhya Pradesh on 28 December.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Temperature Drops by One to Three Degrees</h2>



<p>During the past 24 hours, a one to three-degree increase in minimum temperature has been recorded in parts of Uttar Pradesh and east and central India, and a one to three-degree Celsius decrease in some parts of north-west India. According to the Meteorological Department, the continuous snowfall in the mountains and the western disturbance will cause people in the plains to experience a chilling cold.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Rain in Several Areas of Delhi, Cold Intensifies</h2>



<p>Light rain has been falling in Delhi-NCR since Friday morning. This has increased the cold. Heavy rain is falling in some areas, while light rain is falling in others. The temperature has dropped due to the overnight rain. According to the Meteorological Department, dense clouds will prevail throughout Friday. Light to moderate rain is possible. There is a possibility of rain with thunder and lightning. The maximum temperature in the capital may remain around 20 degrees and the minimum around 11 degrees. The IMD has issued an alert for rain and fog for the next two to three days.</p>


<p>Weather Alert: A cold wave has begun to impact northern India, including the national capital, Delhi. Meanwhile, a fresh western disturbance has led to a change in weather conditions.</p>


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Maha Kumbh 2025: Intelligence Agencies on High Alert Following Terrorist Threat


<p>Following an encounter with Khalistani terrorists in Pilibhit, Khalistani terrorist Pannu has issued a threat to the Maha Kumbh Mela. This threat has put intelligence agencies on high alert. Over 700 plainclothes police officers will be deployed as part of the intelligence network for the Maha Kumbh Mela. This network will closely monitor all attendees and gather intelligence on suspicious individuals.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Maha Kumbh Police Prepare Security Plan</h2>



<p>ATS, LIU, Intelligence Bureau, and local police, among other wings, will be deployed for the Maha Kumbh Mela. Following the recent threat from terrorist Pannu, ADG Law and Order Amitabh Yash reviewed the security arrangements in the Mela area. Sources indicate that the police department has devised a plan to strengthen the intelligence network throughout the Mela area.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Intelligence Network to Monitor Every Individual</h2>



<p>The number of LIU, ATS, and other wing personnel has been increased for the Maha Kumbh. The intelligence team includes female officers. This network will monitor every individual attending the Mela. While the police department had already released the roster of officers deployed for the Maha Kumbh before the threat from Khalistani terrorist Pannu, it has now been revised to include additional personnel.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Intelligence Network Includes Over 50 Female Officers</h2>



<p>Among the hundreds of intelligence officers deployed, over 50 are women. These officers will identify suspicious individuals and report them to senior officers for immediate action. They will be deployed in such a way that their identity as police officers will not be easily discernible.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Checking with Drones, Anti-Drones, and Tethered Drones</h2>



<p>According to media reports, SSP Mela Rajesh Dwivedi stated that personnel have been put on high alert. Police will be deployed throughout the Mela area. Three-tiered checking will be implemented to prevent entry by those with malicious intent. Drones, anti-drones, and tethered drones will be deployed on different fronts.</p>


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<p>Following threats from Khalistani terrorist Pannu, Uttar Pradesh Police is on high alert for the 2025 Maha Kumbh Mela. The police department has devised a plan to strengthen its intelligence network for the event.</p>


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<p>The prices of gold and silver continue to fluctuate. Today, Friday, gold has increased to ₹76,336 per 10 grams from the previous closing price of ₹75,874, while silver has jumped to ₹88,040 per kg from ₹87,511 per kg. Let&#8217;s find out the prices of gold and silver in major cities across the country.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Gold and Silver Prices in Major Indian Cities</h2>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Delhi (Gold Silver Price in Delhi)</h3>



<p>24 Carat Gold: ₹78,150 per 10 grams<br>22 Carat Gold: ₹71,650 per 10 grams<br>Silver: ₹92,500 per kg</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Mumbai (Gold Silver Price in Mumbai)</h3>



<p>24 Carat Gold: ₹78,000 per 10 grams<br>22 Carat Gold: ₹71,500 per 10 grams<br>Silver: ₹92,500 per kg</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Jaipur (Gold Silver Price in Jaipur)</h3>



<p>24 Carat Gold: ₹78,150 per 10 grams<br>22 Carat Gold: ₹71,650 per 10 grams<br>Silver: ₹92,500 per kg</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Patna (Gold Silver Price in Patna)</h3>



<p>24 Carat Gold: ₹78,050 per 10 grams<br>22 Carat Gold: ₹71,550 per 10 grams<br>Silver: ₹92,500 per kg</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kolkata (Gold Silver Price in Kolkata)</h3>



<p>24 Carat Gold: ₹78,000 per 10 grams<br>22 Carat Gold: ₹71,500 per 10 grams<br>Silver: ₹92,500 per kg</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chennai (Gold Silver Price in Chennai)</h3>



<p>24 Carat Gold: ₹78,000 per 10 grams<br>22 Carat Gold: ₹71,500 per 10 grams<br>Silver: ₹100,000 per kg</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Noida (Gold Silver Price in Noida)</h3>



<p>24 Carat Gold: ₹78,150 per 10 grams<br>22 Carat Gold: ₹71,650 per 10 grams<br>Silver: ₹92,500 per kg</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Importance of Gold Purity and Hallmarking</h2>



<p>When buying gold, always check its purity and hallmarking. Hallmarking guarantees the quality of gold and helps avoid fraud. In India, 22-carat gold jewellery is most prevalent, with a purity of 91.6%.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Hallmark Number Meaning</h2>



<p>999: 99.9% pure (24 Carat)<br>916: 91.6% pure (22 Carat)<br>875: 87.5% pure (21 Carat)<br>750: 75% pure (18 Carat)<br>585: 58.5% pure (14 Carat)<br>375: 37.5% pure (9 Carat)</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How are Prices Determined?</h2>



<p>In India, gold and silver prices are released by the Indian Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA). These rates are determined based on international gold prices and the rupee&#8217;s value. Additionally, local taxes and other charges may cause variations in gold and silver prices across different cities.</p>


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<p>Gold and Silver Prices Today: Fluctuations continue in gold and silver prices. Today, Friday, gold has increased to ₹76,336 per 10 grams, compared to yesterday&#8217;s closing price of ₹75,874. Let&#8217;s find out the full story.</p>


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Indian Player Test Match Fee: Kohli gets ₹15 lakh per Test, while Jaiswal earns ₹45 lakh—find out why the difference is so big.


<p>Indian star batsman Virat Kohli has been fined 20% of his match fee and one demerit point for a shoulder-to-shoulder collision with Australian debutant Sam Konstas on day one of the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The ICC deemed the contact intentional, leading to the penalty. Kohli was charged under Article 2.12 of the Code of Conduct, which states: “Any form of inappropriate physical contact in cricket is prohibited. Players will be sanctioned if they deliberately or recklessly collide with, run into or bump another player or umpire.”</p>



<p>The incident occurred after the 10th over. Kohli, holding the ball, altered his course and collided with Konstas. </p>



<p>Konstas reacted negatively, exchanging words with Kohli. His opening partner Usman Khawaja and on-field umpire Michael Gough quickly intervened to defuse the situation. Australia&#8217;s former captain Ricky Ponting expressed his displeasure at the Kohli-Constas collision. The ICC&#8217;s action resulted in a Rs 300,000 loss for Kohli. This raises the question of how much Indian players earn for a Test match.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Match Fees for Indian Players</h2>



<p>The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) pays a Test player Rs 15,00,000 per match. However, Yashasvi Jaiswal will receive Rs 45,00,000 per match this year, while Virat Kohli will receive only Rs15,00,000. This is because the BCCI stipulates that a player who plays more than 75% of matches in a year receives Rs 45,00,000. The Melbourne Test was Jaiswal&#8217;s 15th Test, and India played 15 Test matches this year, giving him a 100% record. Kohli, on the other hand, played 10 out of 15 matches (less than 75%), hence the difference in match fees.</p>


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<p><strong>Sikandar Teaser Release Postponed:</strong> Salman Khan&#8217;s new film &#8216;Sikandar&#8217;, slated for an Eid 2025 release, has been eagerly awaited by fans. While the exact release date is yet to be announced, a significant development regarding the film&#8217;s teaser has emerged. It was widely speculated that the teaser would be released on Salman Khan&#8217;s birthday. A day before his birthday, on 26th December, Salman Khan himself released a poster announcing the teaser&#8217;s release on 27th December. This generated considerable excitement among fans and created a buzz on social media. However, the teaser will not be released as planned.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Sikandar Teaser Release Postponed</h2>



<p>Sajid Nadiadwala, the producer of &#8216;Sikandar&#8217;, made a significant announcement that disappointed Salman Khan&#8217;s fans. Through an Instagram post, he revealed the postponement of the teaser release. He cited the passing of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh as the reason. His statement read: &#8220;In light of the passing of our esteemed former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji, we regret to announce that the release of Sikandar&#8217;s teaser has been postponed until 28th December, 11:07 AM. Our condolences are with the nation during this time of mourning. Thank you for your understanding.&#8221;</p>



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<p>The film&#8217;s producer made this decision following the death of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Fans have expressed respect for this decision. The &#8216;Sikandar&#8217; teaser is now scheduled for release on Friday, 28th December. Fans have stated their willingness to wait an additional 24 hours, expressing anticipation for the film&#8217;s release date announcement as well.</p>

<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Salman-khan-bad-news-on-birthday-movie-sikandar-teaser-postponed-for-28-december-.jpg'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Salman-khan-bad-news-on-birthday-movie-sikandar-teaser-postponed-for-28-december-.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Sikandar Teaser" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Salman-khan-bad-news-on-birthday-movie-sikandar-teaser-postponed-for-28-december-.jpg 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Salman-khan-bad-news-on-birthday-movie-sikandar-teaser-postponed-for-28-december-.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Salman-khan-bad-news-on-birthday-movie-sikandar-teaser-postponed-for-28-december-.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Salman-khan-bad-news-on-birthday-movie-sikandar-teaser-postponed-for-28-december-.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Salman-khan-bad-news-on-birthday-movie-sikandar-teaser-postponed-for-28-december-.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Salman-khan-bad-news-on-birthday-movie-sikandar-teaser-postponed-for-28-december-.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
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Malaika Arora Responds to Arjun Kapoor&#39;s &#39;I&#39;m Single&#39; Comment


<p><strong>Malaika Arora Instagram:</strong> Bollywood&#8217;s power couple, Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora, have been separated for quite some time. Their love affair ended a while ago, and since then, both have often shared posts on Instagram expressing their feelings and hinting at their future. These posts clearly reveal their displeasure and pain. Recently, Arjun Kapoor publicly confirmed that he is single, leaving fans of the couple shocked. Now, Malaika has responded to her ex-boyfriend&#8217;s statement, creating a stir on social media.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Malaika Arora Comments on Arjun Kapoor&#8217;s Statement </h2>



<p>Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor were together for five years. They were reportedly planning to marry, but their relationship suddenly soured, leading to their separation. During the promotion of *Singham Again*, when fans started chanting &#8220;Malaika! Malaika!&#8221; upon Arjun&#8217;s arrival, he promptly declared, &#8220;I am single.&#8221; Now, in an interview with ETimes, Malaika Arora has expressed her displeasure. She stated, &#8220;I have always preferred not to discuss my personal life on public platforms. Whatever Arjun said is his prerogative.&#8221; Even after all this time, Malaika hasn&#8217;t revealed the reason behind their split. Fans are reacting differently to this.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1200" height="667" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image_7834c0.png?w=640" alt="Malaika Arora React Arjun Kapoor Breakup" class="wp-image-19263555" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image_7834c0.png 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image_7834c0.png?resize=300,167 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image_7834c0.png?resize=768,427 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image_7834c0.png?resize=1024,569 1024w" sizes="(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px" /></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora&#8217;s Love Story Began in 2018</h2>



<p>One social media user wrote, &#8220;Malaika ji, Arjun ji has spoken his mind to his fans; what&#8217;s the problem for you?&#8221; Another wrote, &#8220;Arjun ji, you are a true person, and it is always the good and true people who suffer.&#8221; It&#8217;s worth noting that Malaika Arora divorced actor Arbaaz Khan in 2017 and began dating Arjun Kapoor in 2018. The couple publicly confirmed their relationship in 2019.</p>


<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Malaika-Arora-angry-with-arjun-kapoor-on-breakup-said-my-personal-life-he-is.jpg'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Malaika-Arora-angry-with-arjun-kapoor-on-breakup-said-my-personal-life-he-is.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Malaika Arora React Arjun Kapoor Breakup" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Malaika-Arora-angry-with-arjun-kapoor-on-breakup-said-my-personal-life-he-is.jpg 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Malaika-Arora-angry-with-arjun-kapoor-on-breakup-said-my-personal-life-he-is.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Malaika-Arora-angry-with-arjun-kapoor-on-breakup-said-my-personal-life-he-is.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Malaika-Arora-angry-with-arjun-kapoor-on-breakup-said-my-personal-life-he-is.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Malaika-Arora-angry-with-arjun-kapoor-on-breakup-said-my-personal-life-he-is.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Malaika-Arora-angry-with-arjun-kapoor-on-breakup-said-my-personal-life-he-is.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
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<p>Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor were together for five years. </p>


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Rajasthan Braces for Heavy Rainfall:14 Districts on Alert


<p><strong>Jaipur.</strong> Due to the activity of the Western Disturbance, the weather took a turn late at night in the state, and light to moderate rain occurred in several districts. The rain has made the weather colder, although the mercury rose in most districts at night. The sun also remained hidden behind the clouds during the day. In Ajmer city, heavy rain in the morning affected daily life. The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for rain with thunderstorms in many districts today and the possibility of hail in some areas.</p>



<p><strong>Torrential rain in Ajmer, mercury rises</strong><br>The weather remained cold due to drizzle in the Shekhawati region and several districts late at night. Despite the rain, the night temperature rose by 4-8 degrees and was recorded above normal. In Fatehpur, Sikar, the temperature was 12.3 degrees Celsius last night. Light snowfall occurred in Jaipur, Nagaur, Bhilwara, and Sri Ganganagar districts. Heavy rain in Ajmer city in the morning caused waterlogging on the roads.</p>



<p><strong>Alert for rain and hailstorms</strong><br>The Meteorological Department has issued an alert for rain and hailstorms in some parts of Jaipur, Ajmer, Nagaur, Jhunjhunu, Churu, Sikar, Bhilwara, Alwar, Pali, Rajsamand, Sri Ganganagar, Udaipur, Dungarpur and Bikaner in the next 24 hours. According to meteorologists, light snowfall is likely in many areas of the state for the next two days. After two or three days, the clouds are expected to clear, and the temperature will drop, leading to severe cold.</p>



<p><strong>Night temperature in different areas</strong><br>Despite light rain in Jaipur city last night, the temperature rose by 3 degrees to 16 degrees Celsius. Dungarpur recorded the highest temperature at 17.8 degrees Celsius. Churu (5.4°C) and Sriganganagar (9.8°C) were the coldest in the plains. Ajmer recorded 14.3°C, Bhilwara 15.2°C, Alwar 10.2°C, Pilani 12.2°C, Sikar 14°C, Kota 14.8°C, Chittorgarh 12.5°C, Dabok 15.6°C, Sirohi 10.7°C, Karauli 13.1°C, Barmer 13.8°C, Jaisalmer 12.5°C, Jodhpur 12.5°C, Phalodi 10.2°C, Bikaner 13.4°C, Sri Ganganagar 10.4°C and Jalore 15.9°C minimum temperature.</p>


<p>Heavy rainfall brought life in Ajmer to a standstill this morning. Roads were transformed into raging rivers. The intense cold forced people to remain indoors.</p>


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Kartik Aaryan ends feud with Karan Johar, announces new film


<p><strong>Kartik Aaryan&#8217;s Upcoming Movie:</strong> Kartik Aaryan created a box office storm this year with &#8216;Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3&#8217;. Now, details of his new film have also emerged. Interestingly, this film is with Karan Johar, with whom he was reportedly having a feud.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan</h2>



<p>Several media reports claimed that a rift had developed between Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan over &#8216;Dostana 2&#8217;. Therefore, the two were not seen together, and the movie was shelved. However, they have now patched up and are making a movie together.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Title of Kartik Aaryan&#8217;s New Film</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="900" height="600" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/kartik-karan.jpg" alt="Kartik Aaryan Upcoming Movie" class="wp-image-19264039" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/kartik-karan.jpg 900w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/kartik-karan.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/kartik-karan.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/kartik-karan.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/kartik-karan.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px" /></figure>



<p>Bollywood star Kartik Aaryan&#8217;s new film is titled &#8216;Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri&#8217;. It&#8217;s a romantic comedy. The film&#8217;s teaser has been released and is being well-received by the audience. Karan Johar&#8217;s team is backing the project.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Release Date of &#8216;Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri&#8217;</h2>



<p>Kartik Aaryan&#8217;s new movie will be released in 2026. It will be directed by Samir Vidwans and produced under the Dharma Productions banner. The teaser of &#8216;Tu Meri Main Tera, Main Tera Tu Meri&#8217; was shared on Christmas.</p>



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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="550" data-dnt="true"><p dir="ltr" lang="en">Mummy ki khaayi hui kasam, yeh Mumma’s boy poori karke he rehta hai! <br>Tumhara Ray aa raha hai Rumi✈️♥️<br>Super excited to return to my fav genre Rom-com <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TuMeriMainTeraMainTeraTuMeri?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrctfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#TuMeriMainTeraMainTeraTuMeri</a>… The biggest love story coming to cinemas in 2026 ❤️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KaranJohar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrctfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">#KaranJohar</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/adarpoonawalla?ref_src=twsrctfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@adarpoonawalla</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/apoorvamehta18?ref_src=twsrctfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@apoorvamehta18</a>… <a href="https://t.co/zLhIcn1RVS" target="_blank">pic.twitter.com/zLhIcn1RVS</a></p><p>— Kartik Aaryan (@TheAaryanKartik) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheAaryanKartik/status/1871913898447921636?ref_src=twsrctfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">December 25, 2024</a></p></blockquote>
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<p>Kartik Aaryan shared a teaser and expressed his excitement about returning to his beloved genre, romantic comedy, in a social media post. However, the identity of the leading lady remains a mystery.</p>


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CA Final Result: The CA exam results will be released today. Check on icai.org


<p><strong>CA Final Result Latest Update:</strong> The ICAI will release the CA Final examination results on the evening of 26 December 2024. After the results are released, you can download them from the official website: <strong><a href="https://icai.nic.in/caresult/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">icai.nic.in</a></strong></p>



<p>The ICAI CA Final examination was held in November 2024. The Group I CA Final examination was held on 3, 5, and 7 November. The Group II examination was held on 9, 11, and 13 November. The ICAI released the results of the May examination in July. The CA Final Group I and CA Final Group II examinations were held in May. The CA Final Group I examination was held on 2, 4, and 8 May, while the Group II examination was held on 10, 14, and 16 May.</p>



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'Baby John' Flops at the Box Office on Opening Day


<p><strong>Baby John Box Office Collection Day 1:</strong> Varun Dhawan&#8217;s film, <i>Baby John</i>, which was released on 25th December (Wednesday), had been eagerly awaited by his fans. The first-day collection is now out, and it has shocked everyone. It&#8217;s hard to believe how the film could prove to be such a flop on its opening day. The film also features a cameo by Salman Khan, which was well-received by fans, but <i>Baby John</i> failed to live up to expectations. The collection of Varun Dhawan&#8217;s film is even lower than his previous film, <i>Kalank</i>. According to <strong>Sacnilk</strong> data, the film <i>Baby John</i> was significantly outperformed by <i>Pushpa 2</i> on its opening day.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Baby John&#8217;s First-Day Box Office Collection</h2>



<p>Fans had high hopes for <i>Baby John</i>. Everyone expected this film from Varun Dhawan, after becoming a father, to be spectacular, but both the makers and fans are disappointed with the first-day earnings. According to <strong>Sacnilk</strong> data, the film <i>Baby John</i> managed to gross only ₹12.50 crore on its first day, 25th December (Wednesday). Meanwhile, <i>Pushpa 2</i> collected ₹19.75 crore on Christmas Day – its 21st day of release – significantly exceeding <i>Baby John&#8217;s</i> opening day collection.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Baby John Fails to Meet Expectations</h2>



<p><i>Baby John</i> is directed by director Kalij, who has only directed one film before. The success of <i>Baby John</i> was crucial for Kalij. However, the makers and fans hope the film will perform better over the weekend. The budget of <i>Baby John</i> is reportedly ₹180 crore.</p>


<p class="attachment"><a href='https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baby-John-Box-office-Collection-Day-1-varun-dhawan-salman-khan-movie-flop-opening-day.jpg'><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baby-John-Box-office-Collection-Day-1-varun-dhawan-salman-khan-movie-flop-opening-day.jpg?w=300" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Baby John Box office Collection Day 1" srcset="https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baby-John-Box-office-Collection-Day-1-varun-dhawan-salman-khan-movie-flop-opening-day.jpg 1200w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baby-John-Box-office-Collection-Day-1-varun-dhawan-salman-khan-movie-flop-opening-day.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baby-John-Box-office-Collection-Day-1-varun-dhawan-salman-khan-movie-flop-opening-day.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baby-John-Box-office-Collection-Day-1-varun-dhawan-salman-khan-movie-flop-opening-day.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baby-John-Box-office-Collection-Day-1-varun-dhawan-salman-khan-movie-flop-opening-day.jpg?resize=135,90 135w, https://cms.patrika.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Baby-John-Box-office-Collection-Day-1-varun-dhawan-salman-khan-movie-flop-opening-day.jpg?resize=90,60 90w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></a></p>
<p>Baby John Box office Collection Day 1</p>


<p>Baby John Box Office Collection Day 1: The first-day box office collection for the film &#8216;Baby John&#8217; is in, and it&#8217;s disappointing. The film failed to make a significant impact.</p>


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Award the Khel Ratna if you wish, but we won&#39;t apply,&quot; says Manu Bhaker&#39;s father Ram Kishan Bhaker.


<p>The exclusion of young shooter Manu Bhaker, a double bronze medallist at the Paris 2024 Olympics, from the list of potential recipients of the upcoming Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award has ignited controversy. Reports suggest that Bhaker&#8217;s name is absent from the tentative list of awardees for this year&#8217;s sports awards. Although the list is yet to be officially released, sources within the Ministry of Sports claim that Bhaker&#8217;s name was not included because she did not submit a nomination.</p>



<p>Commenting on this controversy, Manu Bhaker&#8217;s father, Ram Kishan Bhaker, told &#8216;Patrika&#8217; that if the Ministry of Sports is proud of his daughter&#8217;s achievements, they should award her the Khel Ratna. He stated that he would not be applying for the award.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Father Alleges Bureaucratic Discretion in Selection Committee</h2>



<p>While media reports claimed that Manu Bhaker had submitted her name for the Khel Ratna, her father categorically denied this. He asserted, &#8220;I can confidently say that none of the previous Khel Ratna recipients applied for the award. What is the need? Whether you apply or not, the award is given at the discretion of the committee, which is dominated by bureaucrats.&#8221;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Selection Process</h2>



<p>1. Until a few years ago, a player&#8217;s nomination was submitted by their federation. If the federation failed to submit a nomination, the player could submit their own. However, federations have now been removed from this process.</p>



<p>2. Now, players must submit their nominations to the award committee. This committee then decides which players will receive the awards.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Composition of the Selection Committee</h2>



<p>The 12-member committee&#8217;s chairperson is appointed by the Ministry of Sports. The committee comprises four former Olympians, three sports journalists, one sports administrator, one official from SAI (Sports Authority of India), one para-sports athlete, and one sports expert.</p>


<p>The exclusion of Manu Bhaker from the list of nominees for the upcoming Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award has sparked controversy. Speaking to ‘Patrika’, Manu Bhaker&#8217;s father, Ram Kishan Bhaker, stated that they will not apply for the award, adding that they would accept it if offered, but would not actively pursue it.</p>


Special Train: A Boom for Passengers! Railway Announces 195 Special Trains from Delhi for Chhath Puja

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