The United States has approved the sale of advanced technology and support for F-16 fighter jets valued at USD 686 million to Pakistan.
Airstrike in Myanmar hospital kills 34 patients
A military airstrike in Myanmar destroyed a hospital in Mrauk-U township, Rakhine state, killing 34 patients and staff and injuring around 80 others, local rescue workers and media report.
B’desh President says he wants to quit after election
Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin has said he feels sidelined and humiliated by the country’s interim government led by Muhammad Yunus, and wants to step down after the upcoming February parliamentary election.
Mexico imposes 50% tariffs on Indian goods
Mexico has decided to charge high taxes of up to 50% on many products imported from India and some other Asian countries from January 1, 2026.
Real Madrid loses 1-2 to Man City
The pressure was already on Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso and a 2-1 defeat to Manchester City in the Champions League raised further questions about his future.
Squash WC: India blanks Brazil 4-0
Already through to the quarterfinals, hosts India blanked debutants Brazil 4-0 in their final pool B match of the Squash World Cup here on Thursday.
ABD urges balance in ODI roles
Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers said he agrees “to a certain extent” with India head coach Gautam Gambhir’s belief that ODI batting orders are “overrated”, but stressed the need for teams to balance flexibility with clearly defined roles.
Vijay Hazare: Kohli, Pant to join Delhi team
Virat Kohli and Rishabh Pant will be joining the Delhi team for the upcoming Vijay Hazare Trophy, as the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) announced the list of probable players for the domestic one-day competition.
T20: SA draw level
The lean run of Shubman Gill and Suryakumar Yadav was extended as Indian batters stumbled on a good batting surface to lose the second T20 against South Africa by 51 runs here on Thursday.
Avatar: Fire and Ash unveils Devanagari logo in Banaras
Avatar: Fire and Ash, releasing worldwide on 19 December, is already shaping up to be the year’s biggest cinematic event, with India showing remarkable excitement across advance interest and social media buzz.

