Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said that Ukraine tried to attack President Vladimir Putin's state residence in the Novgorod region, so Moscow's peace deal negotiating position would change. Lavrov said Ukraine attacked the residence with 91 long-range drones. "Such reckless actions won't go unanswered," Lavrov added, while it's not clear if Putin was at the residence during the attack.

Ukraine sends 91 drones to attack Putin's home

India released a statement, rejecting remarks made by the spokesperson of Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on incidents related to minorities in India. "We reject the reported remarks from a country whose abysmal record on this front speaks for itself. Pakistan's horrific and systemic victimisation of minorities of various faiths is a well-established fact," External Affairs Ministry said.

India insults Pakistan after its remarks on minorities in India

The Supreme Court on Monday "put in abeyance" its November 20 decision to accept the Central Environment Ministry's definition of Aravalli hills. The ministry proposed that only landforms at an elevation of 100 metres or more above local relief, including their slopes and adjacent land, would be classified as part of Aravalli hills. This sparked mining concerns in the region.

Supreme Court stays its own order on Aravalli hills definition

Bhutan left-arm spinner Sonam Yeshey has become the first bowler to pick up eight wickets in a T20 match, international or otherwise. The 22-year-old achieved the feat during the third T20I against Myanmar in Bhutan's Gelephu. He recorded figures of 4-1-7-8 as Bhutan dismissed Myanmar for 45 runs in 9.2 overs.

Bowler takes 8 wickets in a T20I for 1st time in history

Supreme Court has stayed Delhi High Court order suspending life sentence of ex-BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar who was convicted for rape of a 17-year-old girl in Unnao in 2017. Earlier, the rape survivor expressed fear for safety of her children after the suspension of Sengar's life term. "My father was killed," she had said.

SC stays HC order suspending life sentence of ex-BJP MLA Sengar in Unnao rape case

Silver prices crossed ₹2.5 lakh per kg for the first time ever in the Indian futures market on Monday. As per MCX website, silver futures with March 2026 expiry jumped over 5% to peak at ₹2,54,174 per kg. The rally was also seen in the international market as spot silver crossed $80 per ounce for the first time.

Silver crosses ₹2.5 lakh per kg for 1st time on MCX

Aishwarya Sengar, daughter of expelled BJP MLA and 2017 Unnao rape convict Kuldeep Singh Sengar, on Monday said that if there is any proof that her father had even looked at the rape survivor with ill intent, he should be hanged. Her remarks came after the Supreme Court stayed the bail granted to Sengar by the Delhi High Court.

Hang my father if there is any proof: Unnao rape convict Sengar's daughter

Taiwan has been put on high alert as China launched military drills around the island, forcing flight diversions and raising port security concerns. The exercises include live-fire drills and blockade simulations near Taiwan’s coast. China called them a warning against 'Taiwan independence' forces, while Taiwan condemned the moves as dangerous military intimidation that threatens peace in region.

Taiwan on high alert as China launches war games

After Russia claimed that Ukraine tried to attack President Vladimir Putin's state residence in the Novgorod region using 91 long-range drones, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed allegations as "Typical Russian lies". He said alleged "residence strike" was complete fabrication aimed at justifying further attacks on Ukraine and Russia's refusal to take steps toward ending the war.

Ukraine sent 91 drones to attack Putin's home is a lie: Zelenskyy

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said 100% of Australian tariff lines will be zero-duty for Indian exports, starting January 1, 2026, under the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA). He made the remark on the third anniversary of the deal. "The agreement has delivered sustained export growth, deeper market access and stronger supply-chain resilience," he stated.