A brutal cold wave has swept across North India, prompting widespread school closures in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Himachal Pradesh. With temperatures plunging and heavy snowfall in the hills, authorities have extended winter breaks to protect student health—while southern states continue normal operations.
Tamil superstar and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay took a tumble at Chennai airport on Monday after being overwhelmed by an ecstatic mob of fans. The incident, captured on video, has ignited debates about celebrity security, fan behavior, and the unique challenges faced by actor-politicians in India.
South Korean prosecutors have accused former First Lady Kim Keon-hee of accepting over $263,000 in bribes—from Cartier jewellery to a luxury handbag—and allegedly meddling in state affairs, triggering a major political firestorm.
Following a shocking two-day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, batting legend Sunil Gavaskar delivered razor-sharp sarcasm on the pitch’s “very good” rating—exposing double standards in how pitches are judged and the growing crisis in Test cricket.
On Monday, December 29, 2025, Indian equity markets kicked off the week on a strong note as Nifty50 surged past 26,050 and BSE Sensex edged close to 85,100—igniting hopes of sustained bullish momentum ahead of the new year.
Former England spinner Monty Panesar has issued a stark warning about Shubman Gill’s leadership potential, stating he “can’t be captain of all formats” due to inconsistent shot selection and lack of tactical maturity—especially in Test cricket.