News18 Evening Digest: Govt Releases Census 2027 Details, India Concerned Over Damage To Preah Vihear Temple & Other Stories

In today’s evening digest, News18 brings latest updates on Census 2027 details, Goa Nightclub Fire, and other top stories.

Govt Releases Census 2027 Details: Apps For Data Collection, Rs 11,718 Crore, Two

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The Union Cabinet on Friday approved a budget of Rs 11,718 crore for conducting the Census in 2027. Announcing the decision during a press conference, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw underscored the significance of the decennial exercise, calling the Census “an important exercise for India.” Read More

Thai Officials Spotted Luthra Brothers When They Stepped Out For A Meal

The manhunt for Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, co-owners of Goa’s Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub, ended in Phuket on December 9, when Thai authorities spotted them as they stepped out for a meal from the Patong hotel where they had been hiding. Read More

India Concerned Over Damage To 1,100-Year-Old Hindu Temple In Thailand-Cambodia Clashes, Urges Calm

India on Friday appealed to Thailand and Cambodia to exercise restraint and prevent escalation of hostilities as the two countries resumed border clashes, which reportedly damaged the 11th-century Preah Vihear Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, located at the Thai-Cambodian border.Read More

US, China, India, Russia, Japan In New Core 5 Group? Report Calls Idea ‘Far-Out But Not Shocking’

An idea floating around in the power corridors of Washington is that of a ‘Core 5’ or ‘C5’ forum with China, Russia, India, and Japan, according to Defense One. The report claims that the concept was outlined in an unpublished version of the National Security Strategy, which lays out a vision for US engagement with major powers beyond the traditional G7 framework. The idea has also been reported by Politico, which described it as “far-out but not shocking”. Read More

Akshaye Khanna Was All Set To Marry Karisma Kapoor, Randhir Kapoor Took Proposal To Vinod Khanna?

Akshaye Khanna’s personal life has caught fans’ interest as he is currently enjoying the success of his latest release, Dhurandhar. His intense and layered performance as Rehman Dakait has mesmerised audiences, while his unexpected viral dance entry to the Arabic track FA9LA has turned him into an internet favourite. Amidst this, fans have become curious about the unmarried actor’s personal life.Read More

Vinesh Phogat Unretires! Announces Comeback, Eyes Redemption At 2028 LA Olympics

Vinesh Phogat isn’t done yet — not by a long shot. Months after a heartbreaking and controversial end to her Paris 2024 campaign, the Indian wrestling star has scrapped her retirement plans and set her sights firmly on the LA 2028 Olympics. Read More