NCP chief Ajit Pawar announced that the next Maharashtra CM will be from BJP, with two Deputy CMs from Shiv Sena and NCP. Amit Shah met alliance leaders Eknath Shinde, Devendra Fadnavis, and Ajit Pawar to finalize government formation by December 5. Shinde’s visit to his native village delayed the process, but a decision is expected soon.

US President-elect Donald Trump has threatened 100 per cent tariffs on Brics nations and allies if they support a new currency to replace the dollar in international trade. Trump demanded a commitment from Brics countries, including new members such as Iran and the UAE, not to challenge the dollar’s dominance or face losing access to the US economy.

The family of a couple missing after a tourist boat sank are anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones. 

​The family of a couple missing after a tourist boat sank are anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones.