1) Kohli Eyes Tendulkar Record
India face New Zealand in the first ODI on January 11 2026. Focus is on Virat Kohli nearing Sachin Tendulkar run record in the rivalry. Kohli enters in strong form. The Vadodara match could witness another major milestone in his celebrated career.
2) Jaideep Remembers Dharmendra
Actor Jaideep Ahlawat recalled working with Dharmendra in Ikkis which became the legend final screen appearance. He spoke of the emotional void after Dharmendra passing and praised his warmth and humility on set. Ikkis directed by Sriram Raghavan honours war hero Arun Khetarpal and remains deeply special for Jaideep.
3) Bengal Files Caveat In Top Court
In a legal move the West Bengal government filed a caveat in the Supreme Court over ED raids on IIPack offices in Kolkata. The state wants to block any ex parte order. The step follows political tension and signals readiness to argue its case if the agency moves court.
4) Three Detained At Ram Temple
Three people were detained after entering the Ram Janmabhoomi complex and attempting to pray. Security personnel stopped them near the temple kitchen. One detainee is from Jammu and Kashmir. Agencies are verifying identities. Security remains tight at the shrine with heavy deployment and future plans for stronger surveillance.
5) Killing Sparks Minority Fear
Violence against Hindus in Bangladesh continued as Joy Mahapatro was beaten and poisoned in Sunamganj and later died in hospital. The killing follows another mob death days earlier. Police arrested a suspect in the lynching of garment worker Dipu Das as rights groups warn of rising insecurity before elections.