Here's the top developments of the day:

Syria War Updates: Russia Gives Political Asylum To Assad After Rebels Takeover Syria

Russia said Monday that it has granted political asylum to former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad soon after the rebels entered Damascus as the last blow to his government. As the 54-year-long iron rule of the Assads came to an end, Syrians poured into the streets in celebration. READ FULL STORY

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Banned From Leaving The Country Amid Martial Law Probe

South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol has been placed under a travel ban. As per the country's Justice Ministry, President Yoon will not be allowed any foreign travel or leave the country due to the investigation that has been opened against him for declaring martial law.

Last week, President Yoon declared emergency martial law to fight against "anti-state" and "communist" forces of North Korea. His decision, however, was met with widespread backlash as National Assembly members called on Yoon to lift martial law. READ FULL STORY

Delhi Schools Recieve Bomb Threat Mails Again, Students Sent Home | Details

Around 40 schools in Delhi received a bomb threat mail on Monday morning. As per police officials, the sender of the mail threat demanded USD 30,000 from school authorities.

Following the scare, Delhi schools suspended their classes and urgently sent students back home.

As per a report by news agency PTI, the threat was sent in a single e-mail marked to prominent schools across the national capital such as - DPS RK Puram; GD Goenka, Paschim Vihar; The British School, Chanakyapuri; The Mother's International, Aurobindo Marg; Modern School, Mandi House; DPS Vasant Kunj; Delhi Police Public School, Safdarjung; DPS East of Kailash and Salwan Public Schools. READ FULL STORY

Mumbai Experiences Coldest December In 9 Years; Shimla Receives First Snowfall This Season| Weather Wrap

As December progresses, weather conditions across India are turning colder with many cities witnessing a dip in temperatures along with intermittent rain showers. Delhi woke up to a chilly morning along with deteriorated air quality, a persistent issue. While Mumbai experienced record-breaking cold in nine years, Himachal Pradesh has received its first snow of the season. 

Take a look at the weather updates from key cities and states across the country today. READ FULL STORY

D Gukesh Vs Ding Liren Updates, World Chess Championship Game 12: Defen-DING Champion Defeats Indian Challenger To Tie Scores At 6-6

After a string of draws that had held both the players on the same number of points, Gukesh broke the deadlock in the 11th game and won it after a massive blunder by Liren. Gukesh now leads Liren 6-5. The first person to get to 7.5 points will be declared the world champion. READ FULL STORY