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Travis Head's dominant century in the World Test Championship final against India has left the Indian team searching for answers. His aggressive batting style, coupled with India's inability to execute their plans, allowed Head to control the game. India's bowling coach admitted to planning failures, particularly with the softer ball.

Google's 'Year in Search 2024' revealed Pakistan's top searches included Indian cricket matches, Mukesh Ambani, Bollywood films like 'Animal' and 'Dunki,' and shows like 'Bigg Boss 17' and 'Mirzapur.' Conversely, India's 'Year in Search' featured no Pakistan-related trends, focusing on domestic sports, entertainment, and personalities.

A University of Nottingham study revealed that prolonged paracetamol use in individuals 65 and older increases the risk of gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and renal complications. Researchers analyzed data from UK GP records, finding that repeated paracetamol prescriptions were linked to higher instances of peptic ulcers, heart failure, hypertension, and chronic kidney disease.

The Maharashtra Cabinet was sworn in on Sunday in Nagpur, a rare event since 1991. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, along with deputies Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar, saw ministers take oath. Portfolio allocation is expected soon, with the winter legislative session starting Monday. This follows the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance's victory, securing 235 seats in the state polls.

Mohamed Noor Iidow has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape and manslaughter of Natalie Shotter, an NHS worker. Iidow assaulted Shotter while she was unconscious on a park bench in west London. Shotter's death resulted from a heart attack caused by the repeated assaults. The judge called Iidow's actions "wicked and utterly reckless" and highlighted his predatory behavior.

India endured a tough Day 2 at the Gabba Test, with Australia reaching a commanding 405/7. Centuries from Travis Head (152) and Steve Smith (101) propelled the hosts. A heated moment saw Mohammed Siraj's errant throw nearly injure Ravindra Jadeja, drawing a sharp rebuke. Jasprit Bumrah secured a five-wicket haul for India on the second day.

Parliamentary affairs minister Kiren Rijiju responded to Priyanka Gandhi's criticism of PM Modi's speech, saying her newness to Parliament might hinder her understanding. Rijiju defended Modi's remarks as factual and criticised the Gandhi family for allegedly manipulating the Constitution. Priyanka Gandhi had called PM Modi's speech "boring" and lacking substance, demanding a debate on Adani.

Even though the sibling roles of Darby Camp and Judah Lewis, playing Kate and Teddy Pierce, seemed to wrap up at a natural ending in The Christmas Chronicles 2, that doesn't mean they cannot make another appearance, especially if the storyline requires them to come back to reunite with Santa and Mrs. Claus

In an interview, Omar Abdullah criticized Congress's stance on EVMs and lauded the new Parliament building. He highlighted the friction between NC and Congress within the INDIA bloc, questioned Congress's leadership role, and slammed BJP's selective criticism of dynastic politics while defending his own family's legacy.

Maharashtra's opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) will boycott the government's tea party before the winter legislative session. MVA leader Ambadas Danve stressed they would still challenge the government on key issues, especially those concerning farmers, despite their reduced numbers. Meanwhile, twelve Shiv Sena MLAs are set to be sworn in as ministers today, with seven new faces joining the cabinet.

During commentary on the India-Australia Test match, Isa Guha sparked controversy by referring to Jasprit Bumrah as a "most valuable primate." This racially insensitive remark drew comparisons to the 2008 'MonkeyGate' scandal. Despite Bumrah's impressive 5-wicket haul, centuries from Head and Smith propelled Australia to a commanding total.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces impeachment and a treason investigation following his declaration of martial law. The Constitutional Court will decide his fate, while investigators explore the possibility of his arrest, a first for a sitting president. Yoon denies the allegations and vows to fight, citing national security concerns.

Australia dominated Day 2 of the third Test against India at The Gabba, reaching 405/7 at stumps. Travis Head's blistering 152 and Steve Smith's composed century powered Australia's innings after India opted to bowl first. Jasprit Bumrah took a five-wicket haul but lacked support from other bowlers. India face a daunting task to save the match.

16-year-old G Kamalini became the highlight of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2025 auction, fetching a whopping Rs 1.6 crore from Mumbai Indians (MI) after a bidding war with Delhi Capitals (DC). Gujarat Giants (GG) secured Deandra Dottin and Simran Shaikh for a whooping sum of Rs 1.7 crore and Rs 1.9 crore respectively.

A 35-year-old man, Somnath Suryavanshi, arrested for rioting and arson in Parbhani on December 11th, died in judicial custody on Sunday. Suryavanshi, accused in a case related to the desecration of a replica of the Constitution, complained of chest pain and was taken to the district hospital where he was declared dead.

An Ocean County sheriff's attempt to track a swarm of roughly 50 mysterious drones proved futile. Deployed drones, even industrial grade, were easily evaded by the unidentified UAVs, some observed with eight-foot wingspans trailing a Coast Guard vessel. The drones, lacking heat signatures, prompted notifications to state police, the FBI, and the Coast Guard.

On December 15, this full moon will beautifully brighten up the night sky, offering an incredibly stunning sight with deeper significance. Here, we have mentioned in-depth about all you need to know about this important celestial event, including what makes this particular full moon so unique and why it’s worth taking a moment to admire.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) unveiled its final list of 38 candidates for the Delhi Assembly elections. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will seek re-election from New Delhi, while Atishi will contest from Kalkaji. Satyendar Jain and Gopal Rai will compete from Shakur Basti and Babarpur, respectively.

In a parliamentary address, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi condemned the misuse of religious history and criticized laws targeting minorities. He highlighted the erosion of constitutional rights, citing cow vigilantism, lynchings, and hijab bans. Owaisi questioned the government's role in rising communal tensions and its impact on the nation's progress.

The father and brother of a Bengaluru techie who died by suicide are pleading for the return of his missing son. They expressed gratitude to the police for arresting the techie's estranged wife and her family members, who are accused of abetment to suicide, but voiced concern over their grandson's whereabouts.