Tue Dec 23 13:03:35 UTC 2025: Summary:

The December 23, 2025, edition of The Hindu e-paper covers a range of domestic and international news. Key stories include protests in Delhi against attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, the Delhi High Court’s suspension of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar’s jail term, a dispute between the Delhi Lieutenant Governor and the AAP government regarding air pollution, and analysis of electoral roll revisions. Other significant news includes seat-sharing talks between BJP and AIADMK in Tamil Nadu, potential alliance between Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS in Maharashtra, Pakistan’s Prime Minister offering talks to the opposition, and the release of thousands of documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Domestically, there’s news on the Viksit Bharat scheme, Delhi’s “No PUC, No fuel” policy, allegations against Murugappa Group, and the UK cricket team’s drinking behavior investigation.

News Article:

Tensions Flare in Delhi Over Bangladesh Attacks; Sengar Granted Bail

New Delhi, December 23, 2025 – Protests erupted outside the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi today, as Hindu activists clashed with police over alleged attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh. Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma was summoned by Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs amid concerns about the safety of Bangladeshi missions in India.

In other news, the Delhi High Court suspended the jail term of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar, convicted in the Unnao rape case. The court released Sengar on bail, requiring a personal bond of ₹15 lakh.

Delhi’s air quality remained a point of contention, with Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena criticizing the AAP government for inaction. Meanwhile, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced the continuation of the “No PUC, No fuel” policy and a ₹100 crore allocation for water body rejuvenation.

On the political front, BJP and AIADMK commenced seat-sharing talks for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election, while Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS are expected to announce a formal alliance tomorrow. In Pakistan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif offered talks to the opposition amid ongoing political tensions.

Internationally, the U.S. Department of Justice released thousands of documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, facing scrutiny for redactions and the pace of release. Finally, the England cricket team is under investigation for alleged excessive drinking during their Ashes tour.

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