Breaking News Live Updates: Maharashtra politics set for major shift as Uddhav and Raj Thackeray reunite ahead of BMC polls

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Bengaluru techie shoots bank manager wife on busy road, cites 'suspected affair and marital discord'

In a gruesome incident that can send a chill down your spine, a 40-year-old software professional in Bengaluru allegedly shot his estranged wife on the road. Yes, you read that right.

The alleged murder took place on Tuesday evening in West Bengaluru, during rush hour. The victim was 39-year-old Bhuvaneshwari, Union Bank of India's assistant manager at the Basaveshwaranagar branch. The accused, Balamurugan, was an employee at a private IT firm, both hailing from Tamil Nadu's Salem.

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Uddhav, Raj offer tributes to Balasaheb Thackeray

Congress made it clear it doesn't want alliance: Uddhav Thackeray

Uddhav Thackeray said, "The Congress has already made it clear that it does not want to come with us. It no longer matters to us who says what. We have to think about the Marathi people. Even if all the parties go their ways, the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) remains united—that is what people are saying. Details of seat-sharing will be announced later."

Has Raj Thackeray kept the door open for deserters?

Raj Thackeray, during the announcement of the alliance, said, "Those who left the party may return, but we will decide whether to accept them. This alliance reflects the thinking of the Marathi people and works in the interest of the Marathi community. Talks with Sharad Pawar have begun. Whoever loves Maharashtra including the real Marathi leaders within the BJP—can also come with us."

'Mumbai’s mayor will be a Marath': Raj Thackeray slams BJP

Raj Thackeray: There is nothing worth saying about the BJP. Mumbai’s mayor will be a Marathi, and he will be among us. A video of the Chief Minister is doing the rounds in which he is saying "Allah Hafiz”. I have many such videos. Whatever the CM says, I have videos of it.

Thackeray brothers fire shots at BJP

Uddhav Thackeray, while announcing the alliance, said, "Thackeray family has always fought for Mumbai," while Raj said it is important for us to be together."

The two brothers also fired shots at the BJP, with Uddhav saying, "Marathis never bow down to anyone," and Raj said, "BJP can decide what it wants, we will decide as per what Marathi people want."

Thackeray brothers reunite ahead of BMC polls, shakes up Maharashtra politics

Ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, former Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray and his cousin Raj Thackeray have joined hands in what could be a massive shift in Maharashtra politics. The two cousin brothers have shared the stage for the first time in 20 years after their split. Uddhav said, "Our alliance has now become official."

30-year-old Indian woman found dead at residence in Canada

A 30-year-old Indian woman was found dead at a residence in Toronto, Canada, with police suspecting her intimate partner's role behind the alleged murder. The 32-year-old suspect, Abdul Ghafoori, is on the run and a countrywide warrant for his arrest has been issued, according to Canadian law enforcement. Ghafoori is wanted on the charge of first-degree murder of the woman, identified as Himanshi Khurana.

Avalanche warning issued for five districts in Jammu and Kashmir

An avalanche warning was issued in five districts of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday in view of the recent heavy snowfall in the higher reaches of the Union territory, officials said according to a report by news agency PTI.

BMC elections: Thackeray brothers will come together today

A major political development has taken place regarding the BMC elections in Mumbai. Today, both Thackeray brothers – Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray – will be seen together and will formally announce their alliance.

The two leaders will announce the alliance at a joint press conference at Hotel Blue Sea in Worli, Mumbai. According to sources, the alliance will include Shiv Sena (Uddhav Thackeray faction), Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), and Sharad Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party (NCP-SP) may also join the alliance.

Supriya Sule has said many times that she would like to be a part of the alliance of Thackeray brothers. Sule is very close to the families of Raj Thackeray and Uddhav Thackeray. Possible seat sharing (according to sources) of the Shiv Sena-MNS-NCP (SP) alliance for the BMC elections could be like Shiv Sena (UBT): 145 to 150 seats, MNS: 65 to 70 seats, NCP (SP): (if it joins alliance), 10 to 15 seats. Sources say the Shiv Sena (UBT) has left 12 to 15 sitting seats for the MNS. Most of the former councillors from these seats have now joined the Shinde faction's Shiv Sena. The official announcement regarding the alliance and seat sharing will be made today at 12 noon.

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Jeffrey Epstein files: New documents trigger renewed row about Trump's links with late sex offender

Some new documents in the probe of Jeffrey Epstein, the late American financier and convicted child sex offender, have surfaced which have brought more trouble for US President Donald Trump. The documents allegedly reveal more about his association with Epstein, triggering a fresh political storm in the country. The US Department of Justice released files containing tens of thousands of pages, warning that they may include "untrue and sensationalist” claims. Read more here

Delhi grapples with intense cold and fog as AQI remains worrisome

Delhi continues to reel under intense cold and foggy conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted dense to very dense fog conditions across the northern states until December 27.

UP Police conduct 'Operation Torch' against 'illegal immigrants' in Varanasi

In Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi, police conduct 'Operation Torch' against alleged illegal immigrants. According to ACP Vidush Saxena quoted by ANI, "Operation Torch is being executed by UP police to identify illegal migrants, under which verification process has been started in Sarnath police station limits. The teams will check the address they are claiming to be from by visiting the locations. If an illegal migrant is found, he/she will be subjected to legal action."