President Droupadi Murmu on Friday paid tribute to the Bravehearts who sacrificed their lives in the Parliament attack in 2001.

“I pay my humble tribute to the bravehearts who sacrificed their lives defending our Parliament on this day in 2001. Their courage and selfless service continue to inspire us. The nation remains deeply grateful to them and their families. On this day, I reiterate India’s unwavering resolve to combat terrorism. Our nation stands united against the forces of terror,” the President posted on X.

All the schools and colleges across Puducherry and Karaikal will remain closed on Friday (December 13) amid heavy rain, the Puducherry Education Minister Namachivayam said in a statement. 

As many as 16 private schools in the national capital have received a fresh bomb threat today. A long email threatening to blow up the schools has been sent to the authorities, warning them to remain vigilant today and tomorrow.

The schools have declared a holiday and have notified the parents of the students.

List of 16 Schools:

Bhatnagar Public School Paschim Vihar, Cambridge School Shri Niwas Puri, DPS East Of Kailash, Venkatesh Public School Rohini, DPS Vasant Kunj, British School, Modern School, DPS RK Puram, NDPS School, SDP School Defence Colony, Salwan Public School, Richmond Global School, DAV School Daryaganj, Mount Carmel School, Don Bosco School, STS School. 

A fire at a prominent orthopaedic hospital in Dindigul, Tamil Nadu, claimed the lives of at least seven patients and injured 20 others.

The victims include one child and two women, local officials reported.

Firefighters fought the blaze for over an hour, and rescue operations to assist those trapped inside are still underway.

The Lok Sabha is all set to begin the two-day debate on the Constitution on Friday (December 13) to commemorate its 75th anniversary at noon. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj on Friday to assess the development works for the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela 2025. He will also inaugurate and launch multiple projects worth nearly Rs 5,500 crore.