1) Akshaye Khanna Rules 2025
2025 became a landmark year for Akshaye Khanna. He played villains in Chhaava and Dhurandhar. Both films topped the box office. Together they crossed two thousand crore worldwide. Akshaye earned massive praise and became the second Indian actor after Shah Rukh Khan to achieve this milestone in one calendar year.
2) Washington Sundar Sparks Debate
Indian cricketers enjoy massive fan following but privacy issues persist. A viral video showed Washington Sundar refusing selfies and appearing irritated. Online reactions were divided. Sundar remains in plans for New Zealand series and T20 World Cup 2026. Wasim Jaffer questioned his selection and felt other players deserved spots more.
3) KKR Release Mustafizur Rahman
Kolkata Knight Riders released Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman from IPL squad after BCCI instruction. Decision followed controversy and criticism after violence reports in Bangladesh. KKR will sign a replacement per rules. Rahman became highest paid Bangladeshi player and owns 65 wickets across IPL teams. He joined leagues since 2016 season.
4) Sunny Deol Recalls Border Journey
Sunny Deol attended Border 2 song launch in Jaisalmer. He recalled shooting Border and inspiration from father Dharmendra film Haqeeqat. He said the story lives in hearts. Sunny spoke briefly while grieving his father death. Dharmendra starred in Haqeeqat and was last seen in Ikkis. after Border success memories returned.
5) Indore Water Crisis Exposed
Indore’s water case reveals shocking lapses by the Municipal Corporation and Mayor Helpline 311. Hundreds of complaints were ignored or forcibly closed. Despite pipeline budget approval in January 2023, no work was done. Residents drank polluted water causing over fifteen deaths and multiple hospitalisations raising accountability concerns.
6) India’s First Vande Bharat Sleeper Train
India will get its first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train on the Guwahati-Kolkata route. Prime Minister Modi is expected to flag it off on January 17 or 18 2026. The 16-coach train features AC sleepers, bio-toilets, CCTV, Kavach safety system, UVC disinfection, and improved suspension for speeds up to 180 kmph.