President-elect Donald Trump has emphasized the strategic importance of Greenland for US security, hinting at potential military action to acquire the island. His rhetoric has increased geopolitical tensions and sparked reactions from Denmark and Greenland, both of which have rejected the idea of selling the territory.
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Mohammed Siraj continued his on-field theatrics during the Brisbane Test, playfully flipping the bails at Marnus Labuschagne's end on day two of the match at the Gabba. This followed a previous incident in Adelaide where Siraj and Labuschagne clashed during the beer-snake incident, followed by the Indian pacer's face-off with Travis Head.
Burglars broke into a Tasmac shop in Tiruttani, Tamil Nadu by drilling through a wall, consumed beer and ignored cash in the till. With no CCTV cameras, police suspect a gang, and are investigating the incident, where a carton of beer bottles was found emptied and scattered in the shop.
Police arrested thirteen individuals after violent clashes in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, where a rally celebrating India's ICC Champions Trophy victory faced stone pelting. The unrest caused injuries and vehicular damage. Law enforcement is investigating and monitoring the situation, ensuring stringent actions against those involved.
The Hyderabad Cricket Association is still awaiting an update on Mohammed Siraj's availability for their next Ranji Trophy game against Himachal Pradesh. Though not selected for upcoming ODIs against England, Siraj's recent performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy highlighted his skills with the new ball. The team management remains uncertain about his participation.
Prayagraj hosted Maha Kumbh for 45 days, attracting over 64 crore pilgrims. The confluence ends with Maha Shivratri snan and a farewell at Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi. Naga sadhus will offer prayers, and soon the temporary settlements will be dismantled.
RBI MPC meet: The Reserve Bank of India announced a 25 basis point cut in the repo rate, now at 6.25%, the first reduction in five years. The decision follows declining inflation rates and the need to support economic growth.
Self-styled preacher Bajinder Singh, originally convicted for murder and later converted to Christianity, has been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Punjab court for a 2018 rape case. Known for his claims of miraculous healing, Singh's ministry faced scrutiny after a 22-year-old woman accused him of sexual harassment, stalking, and criminal intimidation, leading to widespread controversy.
The Army confirmed the ceasefire on the India-Pakistan border remains intact despite minor incidents. Tensions are being managed through established mechanisms after some cross LoC firing and a suspected IED blast. The Army maintains a high state of alertness and is closely monitoring the situation to ensure stability along the Line of Control (LoC).