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Rishabh Pant has struggled in the current Australia tour, with just 154 runs in seven innings, and has faced criticism for poor shot selection. Sydney offers a final chance for redemption. Pant has a strong track record at Sydney Cricket Ground, where he previously scored 292 runs in three innings. India needs a win to level the series and retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy.

Congress leader V D Satheesan criticizes Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's statement on Sanatana Dharma, arguing it’s part of cultural heritage and not exclusive to the Sangh Parivar. Vijayan had linked Sanatana Dharma to casteism, which Satheesan and KPCC chief K Sudhakaran counter by defending its broader, non-communal essence.

Justice P. Velmurugan, however, suspends his verdict for 90 days to enable the actor to go on appeal before Supreme Court

A Bench of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan said it needs to clarify that court has never directed to break Mr. Dallewal's protest but is only concerned with his health

Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar’s stint as Governor is watched with immense interest given the tumultuous relationship his predecessor had with Pinarayi Vijayan-led Left government in Kerala

The Union Minister said the absence of the Integrated Horticulture Development Mission has prevented farmers from accessing benefits for nursery establishment, tissue culture facilities, planting material procurement, and post-harvest infrastructure

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck Vanuatu on 17 December 2024, causing significant damage and loss of life. India expressed condolences and extended a relief assistance of USD 500,000 to support recovery efforts, emphasizing the strong relationship under the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC). India's commitment to humanitarian aid and disaster response is reaffirmed in this gesture.

Pasumai Thaayagam president Sowmiya Anbumani and members of the PMK women’s wing attempted to stage a demonstration near Valluvar Kottam, for which the police had denied permission

The party has paid ₹42 crore towards premium for the first phase of insurance coverage for 2025 calendar year

Ajit Pawar parted ways with Sharad Pawar after more than three decades by splitting the party and joining the Shiv Sena-BJP government in the State in July 2023

India aims to end a 46-year wait for a Test match victory at the Sydney Cricket Ground, needing a win in the final match of the series to retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Ravindra Jadeja will spearhead the spin attack, in place of retired Ravichandran Ashwin, with off-spinner Washington Sundar to most probably also be part of the playing eleven.

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu has emphasized the need for substantial evidence before taking action on the US bribery allegations involving the Adani Group and the previous Y S Jaganmohan Reddy government.

Responding to a question pertaining to protests over the issue, VCK president Thol. Thirumavalavan said permission should be granted to the Opposition parties to stage demonstrations

Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Centre, apprised a bench comprising justices P.S. Narasimha and Manoj Misra that the Centre-appointed committee has filed its report

John Capodice, known for his roles in 'General Hospital' and 'Ace Ventura: Pet Detective', has died at 83. He portrayed Carmine Cerullo in 'General Hospital' and appeared in films like 'Wall Street' and 'Independence Day'. He also featured in commercials, including one for Polly-O String Cheese.

A Division-Bench of judges, Justice Ajay S. Gadkari and Justice Kamal Khata disposed of a petition filed by the accused and noted that the court will no longer monitor the progress in the case

The Supreme Court criticizes officials and farmer leaders for making statements complicating the farmers' protest situation. The court demands compliance from Punjab in providing medical aid to Jagjit Singh Dallewal, without breaking his fast. The court denies involving the Centre in MSP negotiations, focusing on Dallewal's health and the state's responsibilities.

The rank of the richest Chief Ministers was given in a report released by the Association for Democratic Reforms on December 30, 2024

According to officials, raids are underway simultaneously at five places in Park Street, Salt Lake, and Baguihati areas in Kolkata and in three other locations

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi criticized Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for being among the richest chief ministers in India while Assam ranks low on the Human Development Index. Gogoi highlighted the wealth disparity as Sarma's assets are valued at Rs 17 crore. The report by the Association for Democratic Reforms shows significant contrasts between leaders' wealth and state development.