Historical Events of 8 December: Births, Deaths & Key Moments
Explore the significant events of 8 December in history. From the birth of Peshwa Balaji Bajirao and dancer Uday Shankar to a deadly theatre fire and a unique US patent.
Explore the significant events of 8 December in history. From the birth of Peshwa Balaji Bajirao and dancer Uday Shankar to a deadly theatre fire and a unique US patent.
Sitarist Anoushka Shankar's instrument, damaged on an Air India flight, is now restored by luthier Ajay Rikhiram. Her post reignites a decades-old fight for better airline handling of musicians' gear.
Delhi Police confirm bomb threats to Indian Women's Press Corps and Shankar Market were a hoax. Swift response and thorough searches ensure public safety. Read details.
Kanpur's air connectivity hit as all Indigo flights cancelled for second day. Passengers face chaos, high fares from other airlines. Read the full story on the travel disruption.
A warder at Bengaluru Central Prison was arrested for attempting to smuggle cigarettes and drug-suspect paper. This is the second such incident in three months, raising security concerns.
Delhi Police conducted searches at the DUJ and IWPC offices after bomb threat emails. No explosives were discovered. The incident caused alarm in Connaught Place. Read the full details.
Director Shankar pushes forward with his dream project 'Velpari' starring Suriya or Vikram, while 'Indian 3' is shelved after budget constraints. Will this be his comeback?
Read our review of 'Stephen' on Netflix. Gomathi Shankar delivers a chilling performance in this uneven thriller about a serial killer's confession. Rating: 2.5/5.
Grammy-nominated sitarist Anoushka Shankar shares hopeful update on her damaged instrument. Air India offers compensation and promises policy change. Read more.
Musician Anoushka Shankar's sitar was found cracked on an Air India flight. The airline has launched an investigation into the incident. Read more details.
Madras High Court rejects bail plea of police officer accused in honour killing, highlighting the persistent societal menace of lethal violence in the name of 'honour'. Read the full details.
Kerala High Court rejects bail for police officer accused of honour killing, highlighting the persistent societal menace of lethal violence in the name of family honour. Read the full details.
Jharkhand police arrest two area commanders of Jharkhand Jan Mukti Parishad (JJMP) in Latehar. Sunil Oraon, a wanted Maoist with ₹2 lakh reward, among those captured. Read the full story.
Grammy-nominated sitarist Anoushka Shankar is devastated after Air India damaged her instrument. She questions the airline's handling despite paying a special fee. Read the full story.
BLACKPINK's Jennie shatters her own RIAA record, earning a 4th gold plaque for 'ExtraL'. Three songs from her debut album 'Ruby' are now certified, a historic K-pop first. Read more.
Filming for 'Maxton Hall - The World Between Us' Season 3 is complete. Get an exclusive first look at Ruby and James' epic love story finale, based on Mona Kasten's novel. Details inside!
Ravi Teja's upcoming film faces casting rumours involving six heroines & Samantha. Makers dismiss speculation, confirm updates later. Actor currently shoots for 'Bhartha Mahasayulaki Wignyapthi'.
Actress Dimple Hayathi opens up about her unique character Balamani in the upcoming Sankranthi release 'Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi', co-starring Ravi Teja and Ashika Ranganath.
Saptaswa Basu's 'Deri Hoye Geche', starring Anjan Dutt & Mamata Shankar, releases Nov 28, 2025. A gripping Bengali drama-romance-thriller. Watch the trailer now!
The official teaser for the Bengali film 'Deri Hoye Geche' starring Anjan Dutt and Mamata Shankar is out. Directed by Saptaswa Basu, watch it now on ETimes.
Ravi Shastri criticizes Gautam Gambhir and Indian batters for the team's batting collapses in the Test series loss to South Africa. He emphasizes shared responsibility for falling standards.
Ex-coach Ravi Shastri delivers a sharp critique of India's Test cricket decline, blaming both players and management. He recalls the successful 2017-2021 era and expresses hurt over recent failures. Read his full analysis.
A record 1,355 players, including top Indian and overseas stars, have registered for the IPL 2025 mini-auction in Abu Dhabi on December 16. Teams have Rs 237.55 crore to fill 77 slots.
Bihar STF arrests Durgesh Mishra alias Golu Pandit, a key member of the Shankar Rai gang, from Lohanipur in Patna. Wanted in multiple cases including murder and extortion since 2014. Read the full story.
Bharathidasan University's 40th convocation, postponed to December, will see Governor R N Ravi presiding. Over 700 students, including a state minister, will receive degrees. Details inside.
Former Canadian MP Ruby Dhalla was honoured with the prestigious Dhee Punjab Di award in Phagwara for her global achievements and community service. Read about the ceremony and her inspiring message.
A couple in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, has been arrested for allegedly murdering the woman's 62-year-old grandmother to delay her arranged marriage and elope. The wedding, however, proceeded as planned.
Raashii Khanna celebrated her 35th birthday. Makers of 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh' released a new poster, hinting her role as a photographer. The Pawan Kalyan film is set for a 2026 release.
Two Ruby Hall Clinic lab technicians found dead at separate Pune locations. Police investigation ongoing to determine cause of deaths. Read latest updates.
Aarti's cryptic Instagram quote about 'fighting with a pig' goes viral, reigniting discussions about her divorce from actor Ravi Mohan and his alleged closeness to singer Kenisha.