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US president-elect Donald Trump expressed interest in purchasing Greenland, causing Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen to emphasize that only Greenland can decide its future. Their conversation highlighted the strong American interest in Greenland but left the issue unresolved. They also discussed security in the Arctic, trade ties, and international conflicts.

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is questionable for the game against Miami Heat due to a right elbow strain. His absence would greatly affect the Nuggets, who also have Aaron Gordon listed as questionable and Jamal Murray as probable. The game will be broadcast at 8 p.m. ET from the Kaseya Center.

Three high school basketball players helped capture a man accused of setting a woman on fire but were denied a $10,000 reward because they called 911 instead of a designated tip line. Their actions were praised by the NYPD, but bureaucratic rules have prevented them from receiving the reward.

​The original poster’s claim was met with backlash from several prominent voices on the platform. Elad Strohmayer, a diplomat and descendant of Holocaust survivors, responded by contrasting the harrowing experiences of Auschwitz victims with the circumstances in Gaza, stating, “When my great aunt survived the genocide in Auschwitz, she wasn’t drinking coffee, wearing jeans, shoes, or looking freshly groomed.” His post underscored what he views as a critical distinction between genocide and the consequences of a war instigated by Hamas.

The Indian team for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai and Pakistan will be selected in Mumbai on Saturday. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar will announce the squad, but ace fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is unlikely to be picked due to a back injury. Rohit Sharma is expected to be named captain, while Karun Nair's inclusion remains undecided.

India reiterates commitment to crime-free border with Bangladesh, stressing enhanced security measures, adherence to bilateral agreements, and implementing technical solutions. Both nations emphasize cooperation in addressing cross-border criminal activities, as highlighted during meetings with respective high commissioners this week.

Critics argue that overseeing Trump’s personal detail of 85 agents is vastly different from managing the Secret Service’s complex operations and vast budget. Curran’s promotion bypasses traditional pathways taken by past directors, raising questions about his readiness to tackle the agency’s systemic challenges.

BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla apologizes for offensive comments about AAP MLA Rituraj Jha's surname, made during a news debate. His apology aims to ease tensions with Purvanchali communities in Delhi ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections, where AAP and BJP are the major contenders.

Bharatiya Janata Party's manifesto for the Delhi assembly elections focuses on women, the poor, and the elderly. Key promises include free gas cylinders for Holi and Diwali, Rs 21,000 for pregnant women, increased pensions for seniors, and Rs 5 meals in slums. BJP vows to probe AAP’s schemes.

Bollywood star Saif Ali Khan underwent surgery to remove a knife fragment from his spine after being attacked at his Mumbai residence. The surgery, involving neurosurgery and plastic surgery, was successful. Khan, 54, is in stable condition and recovering in the ICU. Doctors anticipate moving him to a ward and possibly discharging him within a few days.

The BMW iX1 Long Wheelbase features a closed-off grille accented by silver inserts, dual LED headlamps, dual-tone alloy wheels, flush door handles, and a contrasting black roof. Inside, it offers a panoramic sunroof, a Harman Kardon audio system, a floating center console, a curved display, and an Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) suite.

Rohit Sharma is facing a tough phase with the bat, especially in Tests during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. He aims to regain form in his favoured ODI format against England. Despite recent struggles, Rohit boasts an impressive record in white-ball cricket, including three double hundreds in ODIs.

Indian chess gears up for a historic participation at the 87th Tata Steel Chess Tournament in Wijk aan Zee, Netherlands, from January 17 to February 2, 2025. Featuring five Indian Grandmasters for the first time, including the newly crowned World Chess champion D Gukesh, the tournament promises intense competition among top players.

Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal apologised for imposing a Rs 2 fee for enabling a vegetarian mode, calling it "stupid." He assured the charge would be removed and corrective measures would be taken to prevent such mistakes. This response followed criticism from Rohit Ranjan, who highlighted the issue on LinkedIn, calling the charge unfair.

The Supreme Court halted the Delhi high court's order for the Delhi government to sign an MoU with the Centre for the PM-ABHIM scheme. The Delhi government challenged the directive, arguing their healthcare schemes are more effective and that the Centre's scheme would impose a financial burden.

An eighteen-year-old NEET aspirant from Odisha was found hanging from the ceiling fan of his hostel room in Kota. No suicide note was discovered. The police are conducting further investigations. The ceiling fan was not equipped with an anti-suicide device, a measure mandated by district administration guidelines.