Times of India

During the second T20I in Chennai, Sunil Gavaskar and Ravi Shastri humorously criticized England's Harry Brook after he was clean bowled by Varun Chakravarthy. They made light of Brook's previous complaint about smog in Kolkata affecting visibility, noting the clear conditions in Chennai.

Republic Day on 26th January commemorates the adoption of India's Constitution in 1950, symbolizing its status as a sovereign and democratic republic. The day honors freedom fighters and their contributions, emphasizing unity, patriotism, and the diverse culture of India through messages and quotes.

Gujarat University is aiming for NAAC accreditation after six years. The university's decision to buy blazers for non-teaching staff without a formal tender has created controversy. Additionally, the university is dealing with a financial scandal and infrastructure issues. The NAAC inspection is scheduled for January 28-30, making this a crucial moment for the university.

The Union government has announced the first list of Padma Award winners ahead of the 76th Republic Day. Honorees include Harvinder Singh, the first Indian para-archer to win gold at the Paralympics, and Neerja Bhatla, a gynecologist renowned for her work in cervical cancer detection.

The Los Angeles Lakers will face the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center on January 25, 2025. The Lakers lead the head-to-head series 263-176 and recently defeated the Warriors on December 25, 2024. Key players for the matchup include Anthony Davis and LeBron James for the Lakers, and Stephen Curry and Andrew Wiggins for the Warriors.

A thrilling first day of the 2nd Test match between Pakistan and West Indies in Multan witnessed 20 wickets fall, as spinners took charge. Pakistan's Noman Ali achieved a notable 6 for 41, while West Indies' spinners Warrican and Motie collectively dismantled the hosts for 154.

Ricky Gill, Saurabh Sharma, and Kush Desai are appointed to significant roles in President Donald Trump's administration. Gill is the senior director for South and Central Asia in the NSC, Sharma is joining the Presidential personnel office, and Desai is the deputy press secretary in the White House communications team.

Stephen A. Smith, NBA Analyst for ESPN, has shifted his support to Donald Trump, despite being a long-time critic. Smith praised Trump for keeping his promises and criticized the Democratic Party for prioritizing issues that pertain to a small percentage of the population.

Google mistakenly omitted Joe Biden's presidency from search results listing US presidents, showing presidents from George Washington to Donald Trump. The error, attributed to a 'data error' in Google's knowledge graph, was quickly resolved. This incident follows Google's commitment to providing accurate information, emphasized by CEO Sundar Pichai amid criticisms over search result inaccuracies.

Stargazers can witness a rare 'planet parade' in January and February 2024, where six planets align prominently in the night sky. Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn can be seen with the naked eye, while Uranus and Neptune require telescopes. This celestial event peaks on January 29 and includes Mercury by late February, creating a seven-planet alignment.

Coldplay's concerts at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium on January 25 and 26 will feature robust security measures. Over 3,800 police officers, including specialised units and the NSG, will be deployed. More than 400 CCTV cameras and metal detectors are installed. Medical teams are also positioned for emergencies, ensuring safety for the expected large crowd.

Arshdeep Singh secured the ICC Men's T20I Cricketer of the Year 2024 award, which acknowledges his outstanding performance with 36 wickets in 18 matches in the year 2024. His exemplary bowling during the T20 World Cup tied him for the highest wickets with Fazalhaq Farouoqi from Afghanistan at 17 wickets each.

Shivam Dube has been called up to replace Nitish Kumar Reddy in the Indian squad due to Reddy's side strain injury. The Indian team is also coping with injuries to opener Abhishek Sharma and middle-order batter Rinku Singh. Along with Dube, Ramandeep Singh has also been added to the squad.

Madison Keys claimed her first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, defeating two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in a thrilling final. Keys' victory against the world No. 1 followed her stunning elimination of No. 2 Iga Swiatek in the semis, marking a historic achievement since Serena Williams' 2005 feat at Melbourne Park.

Union home minister Amit Shah unveiled the final part of Delhi BJP's manifesto, making significant promises on healthcare, employment, and unauthorized colonies. He criticized AAP's Arvind Kejriwal, labeling him a liar and addressing unfulfilled promises. Shah assured the continuation of welfare schemes and vowed to clean the Yamuna in three years if BJP is elected.