INS Surat successfully tested a surface-to-air missile. The Indian Air Force executed 'Exercise Aakraman' with Rafale jets. These drills occurred after a terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Tensions between India and Pakistan have increased. India suspended the Indus treaty. Pakistan responded by suspending the Simla Agreement. Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to punish terrorists and their supporters.
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India and Australia will face off in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final in Dubai. Despite Australia’s previous win, Ricky Ponting sees India as favourites due to their familiarity with the conditions. Ponting acknowledges India’s batting depth and potential tactical advantages but warns against underestimating the Australian side in high-stakes matches.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has formed a high-level committee, led by retired Justice Kurian Joseph, to address concerns about state autonomy and federalism. The committee will recommend measures to protect states' rights and improve Centre-state relations, with reports expected in the coming years.
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar highlighted the urgent need to combat misinformation and fake narratives on social media, comparing it to environmental pollution. He urged for stronger measures and introspection by social media companies to preserve democracy and ensure fair elections.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress in Rajya Sabha, highlighting instances such as Majrooh Sultanpuri and Balraj Sahni being jailed during Nehru's tenure, and bans on Hridaynath Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar under Indira Gandhi. PM Modi accused Congress of suppressing freedom of speech and acting dictatorially.
An Indian Foreign Services officer, Jitendra Rawat, aged between 35 and 40 years, died after jumping from a building in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. The police confirmed that it was not a case of foul play and have initiated an investigation into the matter.
Marnus Labuschagne stabilized Australia’s innings with scores of 72 and 70 after Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling spell triggered a dramatic collapse on day four of the Boxing Day Test. Australia fell from 80-2 to 91-6 but later rallied to 228-9 at stumps. Bumrah's relentless bowling has been praised by Labuschagne as a key challenge for batsmen.
Indian Railways successfully completed the first trial run of a 22-bogey train from Katra to Srinagar, marking a significant achievement in connecting the Kashmir valley with Jammu and the rest of India. The train, consisting of 18 AC coaches and two engines, made the journey within four hours.
A 6-year-old KG student at DPS Agra accused his 8-year-old senior of severe bullying, including physical abuse and threats, leading to the involvement of school authorities and police. The KG student's parents filed a complaint after their child refused to go to school due to anxiety and illness.
An extravagant wedding sendoff in Jhansi featured nearly a dozen earth movers escorting the bride’s car, creating a spectacle. The celebration caught the attention of authorities, resulting in the seizure of three of the earth movers for violating traffic regulations. The unique procession sparked widespread conversation and garnered mixed reactions.