China and India should put border issue at 'appropriate place,' Chinese foreign minister says

The Pakistan Navy commissioned its Offshore Patrol Vessel PNS Yamama in collaboration with Romania at Constanta Port, with Vice Admiral Muhammad Faisal Abbasi as the Chief Guest. The ship is equipped with advanced warfare capabilities and can operate independently or as part of a task force for extended durations to safeguard Pakistan's maritime interests. Vice Admiral Abbasi highlighted the enhanced capabilities PNS Yamama brings to the Navy's operations during the ceremony. Full Article

The central government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is launching a week-long Good Governance Week starting from December 19, focusing on effective governance and rural community engagement. The nationwide campaign "Prashasan Gaon Ki Ore" aims to address public grievances and improve service delivery, with activities planned across all districts and states. Workshops will be held in over 700 districts, culminating in a national-level event in Delhi on December 23, featuring Union Minister Jitendra Singh....

The new government of Madhya Pradesh has spent over Rs 32.85 crore on air travel, averaging Rs 9.25 lakh a day, sparking debates on fiscal prudence. Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav, ministers, and officials made 666 air trips using rented and government-owned aircraft, with private planes accounting for Rs 36.39 crore. The reliance on rented aircraft began after a government plane crash, leading to plans to continue renting until a new jet is delivered in...

The Indian Air Force has experienced a reduction in fighter squadrons due to the phasing out of older aircraft models, leading to a shortage that is being addressed through various approaches. A parliamentary panel report also highlighted incidents of spying within the IAF, with actions taken against those involved. The report emphasizes the need to address the depletion in squadron strength and discusses the combat capabilities of the Tejas aircraft. Full Article

In Noida, a hidden spy camera was found inside a bulb holder in the washroom of the 'Learn with Fun' play school, leading to the arrest of the school director Navneet Sahay. The teacher reported the camera, which was not the first instance, and police are investigating the matter further. Sahay admitted to ordering and installing the camera, but no recordings have been recovered yet. Full Article

In Moscow, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Protection Troops, was assassinated with his assistant by a bomb hidden in an electric scooter, allegedly orchestrated by Ukraine's SBU intelligence service. Unverified footage showed the explosion outside an apartment building, marking a high-profile killing linked to the use of chemical weapons against Ukrainian troops. Russia's Investigative Committee confirmed the incident, attributing the attack to the SBU. Full Article