BJP Picks Nabin
The Bharatiya Janata Party on Sunday appointed Bihar minister Nitin Nabin as its National Working President with immediate effect. The decision was cleared by the BJP Parliamentary Board, an official order issued by National General Secretary Arun Singh confirmed. Nabin currently serves as a minister in the Bihar government.

Sydney Beach Shooting
At least 10 people were killed after two gunmen opened fire at Sydney’s Bondi Beach on Sunday. Police said around 50 shots were fired. The attackers were taken into custody. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the incident “shocking,” urging people to follow police advisories as operations continue.

Odisha Link in Delhi Blast
Investigators probing the Delhi car-bomb blast uncovered an Odisha connection after SIM cards used by suspects were traced to shops in Jajpur and Bhadrak. Delhi Police teams conducted raids and detained two mobile shop owners with local police assistance for questioning in the ongoing terror investigation.

Internet Ban Extended
Police arrested six more people in the Malkangiri violence case, taking total arrests to 15. While the situation is improving, internet services remain suspended till Monday noon as a precaution. Prohibitory orders under BNSS Section 163 were withdrawn following a review of ground conditions.

Cold Wave Deepens
G Udayagiri in Kandhamal recorded the season’s lowest temperature for the second straight day at 3.1°C, along with frostfall. Minimum temperatures dipped below 10°C in 15 towns. The IMD issued a yellow warning for severe cold in Jharsuguda and Angul districts.

Messi Lands in Mumbai
Argentine football icon Lionel Messi arrived in Mumbai for the second leg of his GOAT Tour of India. Meanwhile, tour organiser Satadru Dutta was denied bail in connection with the Kolkata stadium chaos and has been remanded to 14-day police custody as the investigation continues.

No Handshake Again
India continued its ‘no handshake’ policy against Pakistan during the U19 Men’s Asia Cup group match. Captains Ayush Mhatre and Farhan Yousaf avoided customary greetings at the toss. The match, reduced to 49 overs due to rain, saw India post 240 runs.

Covid Vaccines Cleared
A year-long AIIMS Delhi autopsy-based study found no scientific link between Covid-19 vaccination and sudden deaths among people aged 18–45. Published in the Indian Journal of Medical Research, the study reaffirmed vaccine safety after detailed medical and histopathological examinations.

Unstoppable 'Dhurandhar'
Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar crossed ₹300 crore at the domestic box office within 10 days. The film saw over 60% growth in its second weekend, earning ₹53 crore on Day 9. It has surpassed 'Simmba' and 'Uri' in lifetime domestic collections.