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BCCI is weighing Gautam Gambhir’s future as India’s Test coach after the South Africa series defeat. An informal approach was made to VVS Laxman, who declined. Gambhir’s contract runs till 2027, but split coaching could be considered after the T20 World Cup

Rayan Cherki scored an 83rd-minute winner as Manchester City defeated Nottingham Forest 2-1 in the Premier League. Tijjani Reijnders opened the scoring, Omari Hutchinson equalised, but Cherki’s decisive strike gave City their eighth straight win, taking them to 40 points

Hyderabad’s Aaron George has been selected in India’s U19 World Cup squad for Zimbabwe and Namibia. India, five-time champions, are in Group B with New Zealand, USA and Bangladesh

Surya Charishma Tamiri and Tanvi Patri reached the women’s singles final at the Senior National Badminton Championships in Vijayawada. In men’s singles, S Rithvik Sanjeevi stunned top seed Kiran George, while Bharat Raghav upset M Tharun to set up the final clash

A New York Times report highlights how American technology giants are investing heavily in India’s Artificial Intelligence and data centre infrastructure. Despite trade tensions between Washington and New Delhi, projects are advancing, with Hyderabad and coastal cities emerging as prime hubs.

Pakistani security forces killed 13 terrorists in intelligence-based operations in Balochistan’s Kohlu and Kalat districts. Weapons, ammunition, and explosives were seized. The operations are part of the ongoing “Azm-e-Istehkam” campaign to eliminate insurgent threats in the province

Kyiv’s proposed peace plan for the Ukraine crisis differs from the Moscow-Washington framework. Russian officials cite deadlines and interference as obstacles, while Zelensky seeks a referendum on a 20-point plan. Trump will meet Zelensky in Florida to discuss the proposal

Thailand and Cambodia signed a ceasefire to end weeks of border clashes over territorial disputes. The agreement halts military movements, airspace violations, and includes repatriation of 18 Cambodian soldiers, following earlier July and October ceasefire arrangements brokered with Malaysia and US support

US airstrikes targeting alleged Islamic State-linked militants in northwestern Nigeria lit up the skies near Jabo village, causing panic among residents but no civilian casualties. Nigerian officials confirmed cooperation with Washington, calling it a new phase in a long-running conflict

Cambodia accused Thailand of launching fresh airstrikes in its northwest amid renewed border clashes, even as both sides held talks to restore a ceasefire. Thailand said the strikes were defensive, while casualties, evacuations and diplomatic efforts continue

A concert by popular singer James was cancelled in Faridpur after a mob attack injured over 25 people, renewing concerns over rising attacks on artists and cultural institutions amid criticism of the interim government’s handling of law and order

Strong winds and a temporary security-related closure at Terminal 1 disrupted operations at San Francisco International Airport, delaying hundreds of flights and forcing evacuations, traffic congestion and travel advisories for passengers amid adverse weather conditions.

PSG won their first Champions League title in 2025 before losing to Chelsea in the Club World Cup final. Liverpool, Barcelona, Bayern and Napoli claimed domestic honours, while Messi led Inter Miami to MLS glory ahead of 2026 World Cup preparations

Shafali Verma smashed 79 not out off 42 balls as India Women beat Sri Lanka by eight wickets in the third T20I at Thiruvananthapuram. Renuka Singh Thakur (4-21) and Deepti Sharma (3-18) restricted Sri Lanka to 112/7

A record Boxing Day Ashes Test at the MCG saw 20 wickets fall on Day 1. Australia collapsed for 152 but still led England by 42 runs. Josh Tongue took 5/45, while Michael Neser claimed 4/45

Cambodian officials accused Thai F-16s of dropping 40 bombs on border villages in Banteay Meanchey, damaging homes and infrastructure. Clashes follow long-standing territorial disputes, while US Secretary Rubio urged full implementation of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords to restore stability

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy announced a near-future meeting with former US President Trump to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Talks continue amid Russian demands and Ukrainian counteroffers, while both sides conduct military strikes, including attacks on Russian refineries and drone assaults

Over two million Afghan refugees remain in Pakistan despite more than 1.8 million returning since 2023 under the Illegal Foreigners’ Repatriation Plan. Border tensions and deportations continue, while UNHCR ensures essential services and advocates exemptions for university students

An Indian-origin man died of suspected cardiac arrest after waiting over eight hours in a Canadian hospital emergency room despite severe chest pain. His family alleges lapses in care, raising concerns over emergency response and patient safety within the healthcare system

An Indian research scholar was shot dead on the campus of University of Toronto Scarborough campus, according to reports reaching here.

Declassified US diplomatic records reveal how India played a central role in shaping the Paris climate agreement, ensuring a non-binding framework that preserved development space while enabling its entry into a universal global climate regim

New Delhi’s ability to seize this geopolitical window will depend less on foreign goodwill and more on its own domestic capacity

Australia named a pace-heavy squad for the fourth Ashes Test at the MCG, leaving out spinner Todd Murphy after Nathan Lyon’s injury. England, already trailing 3-0, suffered a major blow with Jofra Archer ruled out for the series

India will look to seal the five-match women’s T20I series against Sri Lanka with another dominant performance in the third game at Thiruvananthapuram. Having won the first two matches convincingly, Harmanpreet Kaur’s side aims to continue its winning momentum