Mrinank Singh, a 25-year-old from Faridabad, once aspired to be a cricket star but ended up on a drastically different path. His promising cricket career and academic achievements took a dark turn as he delved into a life of deceit and fraud.

Gravitas: The curious case of Mrinank Singh: From cricket U-19 player to con artist

As soldiers fight a war on the Russian front lines, in the capital Moscow, a raunchy celebrity-studded party took place. It was a dress-up ball with the theme "almost naked". What went on at this party? Why is it facing public backlash?

Gravitas: Inside Russia's 'almost naked party'

Forest fires destroyed nearly 400 million hectares worldwide, making 2023 the deadliest year for wildfires. Canada suffered the largest fires in its history in 2023.

Over 259 killed in forest fires worldwide | Devastating forest fires of year 2023

Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley was asked Wednesday by a New Hampshire voter about the reason for the Civil War, and she didn’t mention slavery in her response — leading the voter to say he was “astonished” by her omission.

Asked about US civil war, Haley leaves out mention of slavery

Get ready for a new year bonanza. With the general elections due in the first half of 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government is working on huge cuts – upwards of Rs 8 per litre -- in the retail prices of petrol and diesel that would be announced before the calendar year ends.

Sources say 8-10 rupees cuts on fuel prices can be expected in the new year

In the democratic Republic of Congo, the recently-held presidential election continues to be mired in controversy. In the latest, an opposition leader has accused the congolese police of using live bullets to break up a protest in capital Kinshasa.

Dr Congo: Opposition supporters clash with police at banned protest

Top Biden administration officials huddled with Mexico’s president in urgent talks Wednesday to slow the record pace of illegal crossings at the U.S. southern border, just as congressional negotiators raced to reach a deal to tighten America’s immigration laws.

US-Mexico migration talks: Mexican President says need to find root cause of migration

Donald Trump has scored a victory in his fight against challenges to his eligibility to run for the White House again when Michigan's top court declined to hear a case seeking to disqualify him from the state's presidential primary ballot.

Donald Trump wins Michigan state court battle to qualify for 2024 election ballot

US-Mexico migration talks: Mexican President agrees to help control migrant surge

Ex US President Donald Trump wins Michigan state court battle to qualify for 2024 election ballot

India's Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Wednesday (Dec 27) hailed the "very strong" and "very steady" relationship between New Delhi and Moscow as he met his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov to discuss bilateral cooperation in different spheres, international strategic situation, conflicts and tensions. Watch the video to know more!

Jaishankar hails very strong & very steady Indo-Russia ties as he meets Russian counterpart Lavrov

A woman in Jaipur was killed and her friend was injured after a man ran over the two with his SUV, following an argument. The murder has been caught on camera.

Gravitas: On Camera: Jaipur man runs over woman, friend after a spat

In a cryptic post on Truth Social, Trump shared a word cloud with the results of a Daily Mail survey released Tuesday that prominently displayed the words “corruption,” “revenge,” “dictatorship” and “power,” indicating that those answers were provided by a large number of participants asked about Trump’s plans for a second term in office.

Donald Trump shares cryptic dictatorship word cloud

In South Africa, severe rains and flash floods have resulted in at least six fatalities and more unaccounted for deaths. Over the past few days, there have been numerous periods of intense rain in the western regions of the nation, causing considerable weather instability.

South Africa rains: Several dead after rain triggers flash floods

Zambia’s Foreign Minister Stanley Kakubo stepped down following massive public outcry over his alleged dealings with a Chinese businessman.

Zambia’s Foreign Minister steps down after public outcry over Chinese business dealings

China has stepped up efforts to gain greater strategic influence over nations in South Asia, particularly over the last year or so. Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Nepal and Bhutan have all been targets of what has been termed China's debt diplomacy accounting for its rising influence. We decode China's 'String of Pearls' offensive that has raised alarm bells in New Delhi.

2023: SOUTH ASIA & THE CHINA INFLUENCE

The year gone by saw massive uptick in terrorist attacks in Pakistan. Apart from targeting civilians, many security personnel came under heavy attack. Attacks by militant groups in Pakistan have been on the rise, after the hardline Islamist militant group Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) withdrew from a ceasefire last year. But why have attacks on security forces increased and why the Pakistani government and the military failed to handle these attacks? According to the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies , an Islamabad-based research organisation. The first 11 months of the year witnessed 664 attacks an increase of 67 percent from 2022. Here's more

2023: A year of Pakistan's security lapses  7 pm schedule

From hosting leaders of 20 of the world's leading economies at the G20 summit in New Delhi... to becoming the first nation ever to land a craft on the moon's south pole, from a landmark rescue operation cutting through thick rock... to a new parliament building reflecting core democratic foundations, India scaled new highs in 2023. Here's taking you through some of India's biggest news moments of the year gone by.

2023: India emerges as a powerhouse |  Inside South Asia

The Indian navy has highlighted the increasing peril of drone attacks in the Red Sea and northern Arabian Sea. Its November 2023 security report on the Indian Ocean on the threat comes amid this month's attack on two India-bound vessels M-V Chem Pluto and M-V Sai Baba. The report calls the trend a growing cause of concern for commercial shipping, and global trade transiting through the Indian Ocean region.

India warns seafarers of drone attacks urges to stay vigilant; Report comes amid 2 attacks on ships

Kanye West took to social media to make an apology for his statement that was made in Hebrew, it read, 'Your forgiveness is important to me and I am committed to making amends and promoting unity'.

Kanye West apologise for anti-Semitic comments

A ban restricting imports of Apple Watches in the United States has gone into effect. Here is a look at what the ban means for consumers & what is next for Apple.

What's next after the US Apple Watch import ban?

The Turkish parliament's foreign affairs commission approved Sweden's NATO membership bid on Tuesday in a key step towards enlarging the Western bloc after 19 months of delays in which Ankara demanded security-related concessions from Stockholm.

Sweden edges closer to NATO after vote in Turkish parliamentary commission

The iconic Mickey & Minnie Mouse is all set to enter public domain on the 1st of January. The silent version of the film Steamboat Willie, which released in 1928 and directed by Disney will enter into public domain on January 1.

Mickey & Minnie Mouse enters public domain, will no longer be owned by Disney

2023 saw the rise of Xi Jinping, Xi solidifies his position. Watch the video to know more.

2023 saw the rise of Xi Jinping, Xi solidifies his position

The armed groups have reportedly killed at least about 160 people in central Nigeria in a series of attacks on villages. This is said to be 10 times who were the first 16 who were first reported being killed by the Army in a region that's long been riddled by religious and ethnic tensions.

Nigeria: Armed groups attacks, kill at least 160 in Central Nigeria

Seven penguin babies, including a rare Gentoo penguin, were born at an ocean park in the Chinese city of Shanghai. The Gentoo penguin baby is the first to be born in the city. The newborns are expected to moult in order to gain waterproof feathers. They will be able to independently dive into the water before the 2024 Chinese new year.

Rare Gentoo penguin among baby penguins born at Shanghai's ocean park

A tiger, reported to be injured, climbed onto a wall in Athkona village, which is located nearly 20km from Pilibhit tiger reserve. The sight of a tiger in the middle of a village caused quite a spectacle. While many have climbed the roofs of houses to catch a glimpse of the big cat, others can be seen making videos. Forest officials later rescued the tiger. It is under observation by veterinary doctors in the reserve.

Tiger strays into residential area in Uttar Pradesh's Pilibhit

A good number of central leaders of the Awami League, members of the cabinet, lawmakers of the 11th parliament, and even candidates from other parties are facing challenges from independent candidates in almost 90 constituencies across the country, according to insiders of the ruling party.

18 Awami League MPs to contest Bangladesh Parliamentary polls as independents

The US targeted three sides used by Iran-backed forces in Iraq on Monday after an attack wounded three American personal earlier in the day. Washington has repeatedly hit sites that were used by Iran and its proxy forces in Iraq as well as Syria in response to the attacks on US and Allied Forces.

Will not hesitate to take necessary action to defend US, says Austin on  drone attack on US troops

In a post on X, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated, "We will find the mastermind of the attack from the bottom of the sea." Singh continued, "With friendly nations we keep sea lanes safe and secure for maritime commerce." India has increased its attempts to combat drone attacks and has deployed four warships.

We will find the culprit from the bottom of the sea: India's Defence Minister on vessel attack

The Philippines is not provoking conflict in the South China Sea, its military spokesperson said on Tuesday. The military responded to China's accusation that Manila was encroaching on Beijing's territory. Watch this video for all details.

Philippines is not provoking conflict in South China Sea, its military says

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