Aaj Ka Panchang, 22 December, 2024: Bhanu Saptami, Kalashtami and Masik Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated today on Sunday.

The Election Commission of India modified electoral rules, restricting public access to poll booth CCTV footage, citing voter privacy and safety. This change followed a court order to provide such footage. Congress criticized the move as damaging electoral transparency and vowed legal action.

A California judge ruled against Israeli spyware firm NSO Group in a lawsuit filed by WhatsApp, accusing NSO of exploiting a bug to install Pegasus spyware. The judge held NSO liable for hacking and breach of contract, with the case now proceeding to trial solely to determine damages.