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The Adani Group's involvement in the Dharavi Redevelopment project has sparked heated debates and protests, leading to accusations of irregularities and controversies. The Maharashtra government awarded the 259-hectare project to an Adani Group entity in July, leading to widespread discourse and demonstrations.

Amidst the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Masjid dispute in Mathura, the Supreme Court declined to halt the Allahabad High Court's authorization for a scientific survey of the Shahi Idgah complex on the disputed land. The contentious matter, centered around claims by Hindu groups asserting the mosque was erected on Lord Krishna's birthplace, has sparked fervent demands for an extensive survey, acknowledged by a local court last year.

The Supreme Court has deferred the plea filed by Trinamool Congress leader Mahua Moitra against her expulsion as a Lok Sabha member in connection with alleged misconduct in a cash-for-query case. The adjournment until January 3 follows Moitra's expulsion on December 8 over charges related to unethical conduct and her purported direct involvement in the cash-for-query affair. Moitra, representing the Krishnanagar Lok Sabha seat in West Bengal, faced allegations stemming from her "direct involvement" in what was deemed as "unethical" behavior.

The Supreme Court of India, in response to a petition filed by the family of Nikhil Gupta, the individual accused by the United States of plotting to kill Sikh separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, advised them to seek relief from a Czech court regarding alleged violations of Gupta's religious and human rights during his detention in Prague. The court declined immediate intervention, setting a next hearing date for January 4, and directed the petitioner to furnish a copy to the government.

Following the unfortunate incident involving the tragic demise of Vakeri resident Prajeesh, whose half-eaten body was discovered in a forested area in Kalpetta, Wayanad on December 9, the Kerala Forest Minister AK Saseendran announced steps against the tiger believed to be responsible for the attack.

Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud addressed recent controversies regarding case listings and judge allocations, expressing dismay at the escalating tensions amidst allegations flung by senior members of the Bar. The episode stemmed from the listing of AAP leader Satyendar Kumar Jain's bail plea before Justice Bela M Trivedi's bench, attributed to Justice A S Bopanna's unavailability due to health issues. Justice Chandrachud clarified that Justice Bopanna's medical absence post-Diwali led to the reassignment of pending matters, including Jain's plea, to Justice Trivedi, who last presided over the case.

Odisha grappled with a biting cold wave on Wednesday as temperatures plummeted below 10 degrees Celsius across several districts, marking a significant dip in the mercury levels. G Udayagiri in Kandhamal district emerged as the coldest place in the state, recording a chilling 8.4 degrees Celsius, followed closely by Kirei in Sundargarh at 9.2 degrees Celsius and Keonjhar at 9.6 degrees Celsius, according to officials.

Delhiites experienced a slightly warmer morning as the national capital recorded a minimum temperature of 7.4 degrees Celsius, just below the normal mark, on Wednesday. This rise in temperature contrasted with the recent trend of below-normal temperatures observed in the city.

In a contentious case centered on public safety and wildlife preservation, the Kerala High Court dismissed a plea challenging the government's order to eliminate a tiger responsible for the recent death of a man in Wayanad district. The court's decision reaffirmed the authority granted by the Wildlife Act to address situations where wild animals pose a threat to human life.

Amidst speculations, it's reported that US President Joe Biden is unlikely to attend India's Republic Day celebrations as the Chief Guest, with sources familiar with the matter indicating a postponement of the anticipated Quad summit involving India, the US, Japan, and Australia.

Former Chief Minister of Telangana, Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), has made a fervent appeal to the public, urging them not to visit him in the hospital, emphasizing concerns over infection risks and the well-being of other patients. In a video message shared by PTI, Rao urged people to prioritize their safety and refrain from visiting him for the next ten days, acknowledging the numerous patients undergoing treatment at the facility.

In a significant move aimed at supporting medical students affected by the disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has introduced a one-time relief measure for MBBS students of the 2020-21 academic year. This provision offers an additional attempt to those who were unable to qualify their first professional examination.

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reinstated Telangana Director General of Police (DGP) Anjani Kumar, overturning his earlier suspension for an alleged breach of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). The suspension stemmed from Kumar's visit to Congress leader Revanth Reddy, now the Chief Minister, during the state assembly election counting this month.

The Bombay High Court, in a recent ruling, rejected artist Chintan Upadhyay's plea to suspend his life sentence and grant bail in the case related to the double murder of his estranged wife Hema Upadhyay and her lawyer Haresh Bhambani in December 2015. Chintan Upadhyay had moved the high court in October, contesting a sessions court's conviction and life imprisonment sentence.