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President Murmu’s Manipur Visit Sparks Mixed Reactions Amid Security Tightening

December 12, 2025

President Murmu’s Visit to Manipur Triggers Mixed Responses and Heightened Security Measures

President Droupadi Murmu’s two-day visit to Manipur, beginning 12 December, has drawn sharply contrasting reactions from different communities in the state, prompting authorities to significantly strengthen security in Imphal and surrounding regions. Her visit comes at a critical time, as Manipur continues to grapple with prolonged ethnic tensions, displacement and humanitarian distress.

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Bihar Launches ‘Bhumi Sudhar Samvad’ to Speed Up Land Dispute Resolution

December 12, 2025

Bihar Rolls Out ‘Bhumi Sudhar Samvad’ to Strengthen Land Governance and Speed Up Dispute Resolution

The Bihar government has introduced ‘Bhumi Sudhar Samvad’, a new initiative aimed at streamlining land administration and ensuring quicker resolution of long-pending disputes. Beginning 12 December, the programme offers citizens a direct platform to present land-related documents and receive timely solutions from officials.

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China–Brazil Launch Joint Space Tech Lab Amid US Concerns

December 12, 2025

China–Brazil Boost Space Cooperation with New Joint Astronomy Laboratory

China and Brazil have taken a major leap in their long-standing space collaboration by establishing a Joint Laboratory for Radio Astronomy Technology, reinforcing bilateral scientific ties at a time of rising global competition in high-tech sectors. The lab is being set up through cooperation between CETC’s Network Communications Research Institute and two leading Brazilian federal universities, signalling both nations’ intention to expand frontier research in astronomy and deep-space exploration.

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Celebrated Author Sophie Kinsella Passes Away at 55 After Battle with Glioblastoma

December 12, 2025

Sophie Kinsella, Icon of Contemporary Romantic Comedy, Passes Away at 55

Internationally loved British novelist Sophie Kinsella, born Madeleine Sophie Wickham, has died at the age of 55 after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. Her family announced that she passed away peacefully at home, sparking heartfelt tributes from millions of readers and authors whose lives were touched by her trademark blend of humour and warmth.

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India–Brazil Sign Defence MoU for Scorpène Submarine Maintenance Support

December 12, 2025

India and Brazil Seal Tripartite Pact to Enhance Scorpène Submarine Support

India and Brazil have strengthened their growing defence partnership with the signing of a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding between the Indian Navy, the Brazilian Navy, and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL). The agreement marks a major milestone in bilateral naval cooperation, particularly in the shared domain of Scorpène-class submarine operations.

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