14th December 2025: Trending Top 10 Headlines (Sunday Briefing)

Category: National & Global News | Read Time: 6 Minutes | Author: NewsLounge Desk

1. 🚨 Air Quality Crisis: Delhi AQI Hits ‘Severe’ (459), GRAP-IV Invoked

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has pulled the emergency brake today as Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) spiked to a hazardous 459.

• The Action: GRAP Stage-IV is now in effect. This imposes an immediate ban on all BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel vehicles entering Delhi.

• School Update: The Directorate of Education has ordered all schools to shift classes for Grade 9 and 11 to hybrid/online mode, adding to the existing closure for primary sections.

Related: Delhi AQI Severe GRAP 4 at 459: GRAP Stage-IV Invoked, 50% Work From Home & School Closure Updates

2. ⚽ Messi Mayhem: Chaos at Kolkata Stadium, Event Organizer Detained

Argentine legend Lionel Messi’s “GOAT India Tour” turned chaotic at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium today.

• The Incident: Thousands of fans breached security barriers and threw seats onto the track after Messi left the venue just 20 minutes into his appearance.

• The Fallout: Police have reportedly detained the event organizer for gross mismanagement, while Messi has flown out for the Hyderabad leg of the tour.

3. 🏏 Cricket: India U19 Stumbles vs Pakistan in Asia Cup

In the high-stakes ACC Under-19 Asia Cup clash in Dubai, India is facing a tough challenge against arch-rivals Pakistan.

• The Score: India posted a competitive but shaky 210/7, with Aaron George scoring a fighting 85 runs.

• The Shock: Young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who scored a century in the last game, failed today, departing for just 5 runs.

4. 🎬 Box Office: ‘Dhurandhar’ Smashes ₹300 Crore Worldwide

Ranveer Singh’s spy-thriller Dhurandhar has officially become a “Blockbuster.”

• The Numbers: On Day 9 (Saturday), the film saw a massive 60% jump, collecting ₹53 Crore. The total India Net collection now stands at approx ₹292.75 Crore, with the Worldwide Gross crossing ₹438 Crore.

• The Record: It is now set to beat the lifetime collection of Padmaavat by tomorrow.

Related: Dhurandhar Box Office Day 4: Crosses ₹100 Cr, Beats Tiger 3, Pathaan

5. 🚘 Auto News: MG Hector 2025 Facelift Launches Tomorrow

The automotive sector is buzzing ahead of the official launch of the 2025 MG Hector Facelift tomorrow (Dec 15).

• The Leak: Spied images confirm a massive new “Diamond Mesh” grille and a larger 14-inch infotainment system.

• Market Impact: Analysts expect aggressive pricing to undercut rivals like the Tata Harrier and Mahindra XUV700.

6. 🌍 Diplomacy: PM Modi Departs for Jordan Visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a historic bilateral visit to Jordan tomorrow.

• The Agenda: The trip marks 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Jordan. Key talks will focus on trade, counter-terrorism, and regional stability in the Middle East.

7. 🗳️ Punjab Politics: Voting Underway for Civic Polls

Voting is currently underway across Punjab for the Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections.

• Turnout: Early reports show a moderate turnout of 8% in the first two hours, amid tight security following sporadic clashes in rural belts.

8. 🏆 Squash: India Stuns Egypt to Reach World Cup Final

In a historic upset, the Indian Squash team has knocked out defending champions Egypt in the semi-finals of the Squash World Cup in Chennai.

• The Heroes: Velavan Senthilkumar and Anahat Singh won their respective singles matches to seal a 3-0 victory.

9. 🛡️ National Security: “Naxal-Free India by 2026”

The Home Ministry released data today confirming a massive reduction in Left Wing Extremism (LWE).

• The Data: The number of Naxal-affected districts has dropped from 126 in 2014 to just 11 in 2025. The government has set a target to make India completely Naxal-free by March 2026.

10. 🚄 Railways: Ashwini Vaishnaw Orders “Local Food” on Vande Bharat

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has directed the IRCTC to overhaul the Vande Bharat menu.

• The Change: Starting next month, trains will serve “Regional Cuisine” specific to the route (e.g., Dhokla on Gujarat routes, Idli on Chennai routes) to improve passenger satisfaction.

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