US has condemned the lynching of Hindu man Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh. "US unequivocally condemns religious violence in all its forms," a US State Department spokesperson said while responding to a question on Das' killing and attacks on minorities in Bangladesh. "US supports religious freedom and freedoms of expression, peaceful assembly, and association," the spokesperson added. 

US releases statement on killing of Hindu man in Bangladesh

The BCCI on Saturday announced India squad for Under-19 World Cup 2026. Ayush Mhatre has been named captain of the squad, which also features 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Vihaan Malhotra has been named the vice-captain. The tournament, which will take place in Zimbabwe and Namibia from January 15 to February 6.

India announce squad for Under-19 World Cup 2026, 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi included

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been named India Under-19 captain for the tour of South Africa. India will play three Youth ODIs against South Africa from January 3 to 7. India Under-19 regular captain Ayush Mhatre and vice-captain Vihaan Malhotra have sustained wrist injuries and will miss tour of South Africa.

14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named India Under-19 captain for South Africa tour

A Mumbai court has closed a woman's 17-year-old domestic violence case after her current husband testified on behalf of her first husband. She accused her first husband of physical abuse, dowry harassment and abandonment, but the court ruled she's not entitled to maintenance from her ex-husband since she has remarried. The court relied on her husband's testimony and marriage certificate.

Man takes wife's 1st husband's side in Mumbai court, she loses 17-yr-old domestic violence case

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said he was trolled for wishing Christmas as people said it was 'Tulsi Pujan Diwas'. "But Tulsi Pujan Diwas, fixed stubbornly to...December 25...is not an ancient ritual. It is a 2014 startup. It has the same historical depth as a seasonal discount sale," Tharoor said in an opinion piece. The BJP came to power in 2014.

Tulsi Pujan Diwas never observed on Dec 25 before 2014: Tharoor

Former England and Glamorgan batter Hugh Morris passed away aged 62, years after being diagnosed with bowel cancer. Morris also served as chief executive of Glamorgan and England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Condoling Morris' demise, ex-India head coach Ravi Shastri tweeted, "Baanas, God bless your soul. You were honest in whatever you did, and did a bloody good job."

Ex-England cricketer Hugh Morris passes away, Ravi Shastri mourns demise

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Moscow would achieve all its goals in Ukraine by military force, claiming "Ukraine regime is in no hurry to resolve this conflict peacefully". His remark came before a meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump. Zelenskyy accused Russia of prolonging war and said ending conflict remains Ukraine's top priority.

Will achieve goals in Ukraine by military means: Putin

The Quantum Valley initiative launched by Andhra Pradesh government will offer grants of up to ₹30 lakh, seed funding of ₹1 crore, and 75% reimbursement on the patent filing costs. The programme will also provide operational support and market-readiness assistance to start-ups in the sector, including go-to-market support of up to ₹5 crore, rental subsidies for up to 20 employees.

What is Andhra Pradesh's Quantum Valley initiative?

Brazil's former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is in prison, underwent a phrenic nerve block procedure to treat persistent hiccups. "It's been nine months of struggle and anguish with daily hiccups," his wife, Michelle Bolsonaro, said on Saturday. The phrenic nerve controls the diaphragm. Bolsonaro will undergo surgery again on Monday to treat the left side of the nerve.

Suffering from hiccups for months, Bolsonaro undergoes surgery

After White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced pregnancy, people speculated who would assume the role during her maternity leave. US President Donald Trump's daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, clarified that Leavitt is not planning to leave her job. "She is a machine...She's going nowhere...Nobody is next in line...She can do everything," Lara Trump said. Leavitt will deliver in May 2026.