Fans are speculating about rigging in the NFL as Super Bowl LIX approaches. Cheryl Bosa's Instagram post calling to boycott the event has gone viral. Accusations include refereeing biases favoring the Kansas City Chiefs and marketable storylines. The NFL denies these allegations. Fans are divided, debating whether the Super Bowl is unscripted greatness or staged entertainment.
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US National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard will visit the Indo-Pacific region, including India, to build strong relationships and open communication lines. This marks the first visit by a top White House official to India under the Trump administration, following PM Modi's US visit, where he met Gabbard and discussed enhancing bilateral intelligence cooperation.
Torrential rain washed out the first day of the third Test between Australia and India at the Gabba, leaving only 13.2 overs bowled. Australia reached 28/0 after India opted to bowl. The Border-Gavaskar Trophy stands at 1-1 after India had won the opener, in Perth, and Australia the second, at Adelaide Oval.
Virat Kohli was fined for inappropriate physical contact after shoulder-barging Australian teenager Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test at Melbourne. Kohli, known for his aggressive play, did not take kindly to the 19-year-old's attacking knock. Although some believe suspending him for a first offence would be harsh, it's urged that a repeated behavior should bring a suspension.
The Supreme Court ruled that a wife is entitled to maintenance from her husband even if she refuses to comply with a decree for restitution of conjugal rights. The court emphasized that each case depends on individual circumstances, including legitimate reasons for the wife's refusal to return to the matrimonial home.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge greeted the nation on Republic Day and acknowledged the contributions of the armed forces and citizens. However, he criticised the BJP for undermining institutions, interfering with autonomous bodies, and targeting minorities, urging protection of the Constitution's values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.
Victims' recovery and identification from the Jeju Air crash may extend to January 8, leaving families in anguish. Out of 179 fatalities, severe damage to bodies complicates identification, with preliminary DNA results awaited and interim handovers considered. The crash, with 179 fatalities, occurred due to landing gear failure.
Punjab Police constable Amandeep Kaur was arrested with 17.7 grams of heroin and subsequently dismissed from service for defying departmental orders. Kaur often flaunted her uniform and luxurious lifestyle on social media, violating policies intended to maintain professionalism within the force.
The budget session of Parliament resumes with several controversies simmering, including Trump's tariff comments, duplicate voter ID cards, and the three-language policy. Parliament will discuss the ongoing violence in Manipur and the Waqf amendment bill, with the government seeking approval for President’s rule in Manipur. The state’s budget is also up for discussion.
The Parliament of India approved the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025 after intense debates, highlighting its aim to reform Waqf property management and address corruption. The Bill passed with majority support, despite opposition accusations of it being unconstitutional and biased against the Muslim minority. The Bill now awaits the President's assent to become law.