Airbus issued a global alert after discovering a software flaw in the A320 family, affecting 6000 aircraft worldwide. In India, airlines avoided cancellations by running nonstop safety checks, quickly updating systems and coordinating closely with DGCA. IndiGo and Air India cleared most jets within hours, keeping flights operating smoothly while passengers remained unaware of the global caution.

On her visit to San Francisco, ALTRD founder Gayatri Agrawal saw a thriving AI hub backed by massive funding and billion-dollar ambitions. She realised India lacked infrastructure, not talent. With Google’s AI Futures Fund offering $350,000 to $500,000 cloud credits and up to $2 million in funding, Indian founders can now build global-scale AI from home.

Indian teenagers are increasingly glued to fast digital content, leading to what experts describe as 'Popcorn Brain', a condition where constant online stimulation disrupts focus and calm thinking. Doctors reported rising cases of restlessness, reduced attention span, sleep issues and difficulty enjoying offline activities.

A video showing a UP Police Sub-Inspector, Uma Agrawal, allegedly misbehaving with an elderly woman in Unnao has gone viral. The SI was seen threatening the woman, vowing to "beat her with shoes." The viral clip led to swift disciplinary action. The SI was sent to police lines and a probe has been ordered in connection with the matter.

Dr Ashok Sharma, in-charge of Badgaon Satellite Hospital, Udaipur, has been issued an APO (Awaiting Posting Order) by the Rajasthan government. The action follows allegations of making social media reels during duty hours and negligence. His removal has caused significant distress among local villagers, they were seen in tears.

Polyworking is a growing trend of managing multiple jobs/side hustles rather than relying on single source of income. The trend has gained popularity amidst rising inflation and the fear of layoffs. "I don’t want to just do the same thing every day," said a 29-year-old who is a visual merchandiser for Patagonia and also works for a German shoe brand.

A man allegedly murdered his wife in a women's hostel in Coimbatore, where she was staying, and later took a selfie with her corpse. "The payment for betrayal is death," he reportedly captioned the picture as he uploaded it on social media. The man, who shared three children with the deceased, suspected that she had an extramarital affair.

'Love-loreing' is a new dating trend that refers to dating for the plot or the story, as per multiple reports. It reportedly involves dating without the pressure of meeting expectations or a long-term commitment. "It's helping people form connections in a more organic way...this trend is all about living in the moment," a relationship expert told Moneycontrol.

An altercation broke out between bouncers and a family at a restaurant in Mathura. A video shows bouncers beating up the family members. Reportedly, the family hosted an event at the venue, and there was an argument over a ₹30,000 charge, following which violence broke out. Police took cognisance of the video and ordered an investigation.

A Chinese man, who married a woman he met just four hours ago on blind date, said she spent his life savings of over ₹30 lakh within a month. They met through a matchmaking network. He claimed they spent only two days together before she urged him to go to Guangdong to earn money and repeatedly requested financial assistance.

A woman alleged that the driver of the Ola cab she took was presumably drunk and dozed off during their ride in Mumbai. The woman, who was travelling with her toddler and elderly mother-in-law, asked him to stop the car, and when he didn't, she paid him ₹200. Mumbai Police took cognisance of her X post and sought more details.

Kasley Killam, a Harvard-trained social scientist, developed the 5-3-1 method to help people enhance their social lives. The technique suggests connecting with five different people every week to bring variety into the social world and having three deep interactions with close ones every month. According to Killam, it is important to devote one hour daily to social interactions.

Sleepy Owl’s $6.5 million Series A in 2021 accelerated its shift from a niche D2C brand to a national coffee player. With Rukam Capital's backing, it built stronger supply chains, expanded into 7,500 stores from 500, grew ARR from ₹20 crore to ₹100 crore+, added new brews and formats, and strengthened its digital-led consumer community.

A woman was found murdered inside a public toilet at the Rose Garden today. According to information, police teams cordoned off the area soon after receiving the alert around 3.45 pm and began examining the scene for forensic clues. The victim was discovered with a severe wound around her neck, possibly caused by stabbing, indicating a brutal assault.

An Indian traveller's video showing street filled with garbage in Netherlands' Amsterdam has sparked a discussion on social media. "Foreigners often say that Indians lack civic sense, but look at their own civic sense," he wrote with the video. "Some people will never praise India," a person reacted. "It is cleaner than most of the roads in India," said another.

A Bengaluru techie went viral after rejecting a $75,000 US remote job to remain in his ₹48 LPA office role at an AI startup. He preferred routine, team interaction, food and travel perks, and a stable work environment over higher pay. The post sparked debate on X about shifting priorities and how young professionals value comfort as much as salary.

In Haryana, a major accident was averted on Sunday afternoon at Panipat railway station. A woman passenger, who slipped while trying to board a moving train, was saved just in time by a Government Railway Police (GRP) constable. The CCTV footage of the incident also went viral across social media. The incident occurred at around 3.30 pm.

Elections for electing members of Zila Parishad Mohali and Panchayat Samiti Mohali have been adjourned by the State Election Commission. These elections were due on December 14. The decision to adjourn the elections was taken by the Commission on the recommendation of the Department of Rural Development and Panchayats, said State Election Commissioner Raj Kamal Chaudhari.

Keeping the air recirculation mode on for too long while driving can raise CO2 levels inside the car, as closed windows cause the same air to recirculate, according to Dr Anika Parrikar. Brain interprets the rise of CO2 as an oxygen shortage, leading to dizziness, headaches, confusion, and reduced alertness. This impaired alertness can significantly increase the risk of accidents.

To bolster peak power availability in northern India, the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) has proposed a 1,500 MW pumped storage power project near the Bhakra Dam head in Himachal Pradesh's Una district. The planned project would exceed the generation capacity of the Bhakra Dam itself, which currently produces about 1,379 MW.

A video from Maharashtra's Tadoba showing a tiger blocking the Chandrapur-Moharli road has gone viral. The video was recorded by a local resident, Akash Alam, who witnessed the scene while travelling along the route. The tiger sat in the middle of the road and brought traffic to halt for hours, as per a report.

A focused interaction at J&K Bank’s Jehangir Chowk branch brought Kashmiri founders face-to-face with bankers and mentors, offering rare clarity on loans, schemes, and financial readiness. Organised by Startup Kashmir, the session helped entrepreneurs understand documentation, eligibility, and funding pathways, marking a meaningful step in bridging Kashmir’s startups with formal finance.

Following court proceedings concerning Kanchanpreet Kaur, wife of Canada-based gangster Amritpal Singh Bath, the Punjab Police on Sunday firmly reiterated that her arrest was based on concrete evidence. The police have mentioned about her active involvement in the criminal syndicate run by her husband, and said there is sufficient evidence in the investigation for appeal as per law.

A man in UP’s Bahraich got trapped inside a cage set up by the forest department to catch a leopard after he entered the cage to steal the goat used as bait. When he couldn't open the door after trying for several minutes, he called acquaintances for help. Villagers rushed to spot and alerted forest department, who unlocked the cage.

After a 20-year-old man was beaten, shot, and his head was crushed with a stone by his lover's family over a difference in their castes, his girlfriend "married" his body in Maharashtra's Nanded. At Saksham's funeral, Aanchal applied vermillion on her forehead and vowed to live in his house as daughter-in-law. "Our love won, even in Saksham's death," she said.