Dense fog caused major road accidents across Haryana on Sunday morning. Multiple buses, trucks and cars collided in Hisar, Rewari and Rohtak due to poor visibility. In Hisar, two roadways buses hit a dumper truck on National Highway 52, leading to a chain crash involving other vehicles. Most people escaped without injuries, except one bike rider. In Rewari, three to four buses crashed on National Highway 352, injuring several passengers. Another pile-up involving around 40 vehicles was reported in Rohtak. Police and rescue teams rushed to the spot and shifted the injured to hospitals. Authorities advised drivers to remain cautious during foggy conditions. (PC: HT)

Police have released a video showing the alleged gunman involved in the Brown University shooting in the US state of Rhode Island. The attack killed two people and injured nine others on Saturday. The footage shows a man dressed in dark clothes walking calmly away from the scene near Hope Street. His face appears covered, making identification difficult. Police searched nearby buildings but could not find the suspect. Brown University president Christina Paxson called the incident devastating and shared condolences with the victims’ families. She praised police for their quick response. Authorities said the injured are in critical but stable condition. The investigation is ongoing as security remains tight on campus.

Former India football captain Baichung Bhutia criticised the mismanagement during Lionel Messi’s visit to Kolkata. He said the chaos at Salt Lake Stadium damaged India’s image. Bhutia noted that nearly 80,000 fans attended, but many genuine supporters did not get to see Messi. He blamed poor planning and the presence of too many VIPs around the football star. Bhutia said the visit was a good idea but was badly handled. He urged organisers to focus on real fans in future events. He added that people travelled long distances and paid money, only to leave disappointed and upset.

Mumbai police data reveal that 145 children have gone missing in the city over the past seven months, including 93 girls and 52 boys. Most cases involve children aged between 12 and 17 years, with disappearances reported across various suburbs. Authorities say many children are found later, often having run away for personal reasons, but some remain untraced, prompting fears of trafficking and exploitation. Police have intensified search efforts, issued alerts and urged families to report promptly. Child welfare organisations stress the need for greater community vigilance and preventive measures to protect vulnerable youths. (PC: Instagram)

Police launched a large-scale manhunt after a gunman opened fire at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, killing two students and injuring nine others. The shooting occurred near an academic building during exam season, triggering panic across campus. Authorities immediately ordered students and staff to shelter in place as local police, state troopers and federal agencies searched for the suspect, described as a man dressed in dark clothing. Several victims remain hospitalised, some in critical condition. University officials cancelled classes and enhanced security, while investigators work to determine the motive behind the deadly attack. (PC: The Reuters)

Lionel Messi’s India visit moved into Day 2 as the Argentine superstar, along with teammates Rodrigo De Paul and Luis Suárez, headed to Mumbai following a memorable fan engagement in Hyderabad. The tour comes after a dramatic Day 1, marked by crowd mismanagement and chaos during Messi’s brief appearance at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium. In contrast, the Hyderabad event saw smooth organisation and warm fan interactions, earning praise from supporters. Mumbai is set to host the next major engagement, with authorities tightening security and crowd-control measures to avoid a repeat of earlier disruptions. (PC: HT)

Delhi and the National Capital Region woke up to hazardous air quality as the Air Quality Index (AQI) surged into the ‘severe’ category, with readings above 400 across multiple monitoring stations and some areas nearing 500. Thick toxic smog and dense fog reduced visibility and worsened health risks, especially for vulnerable groups. Authorities invoked Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) measures, including strict curbs under Stage IV, to curb pollution and recommended work-from-home and hybrid learning for students. The smog persists due to stagnant weather and trapped pollutants, prompting health advisories. 

Lionel Messi’s much-anticipated GOAT Tour stop at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata descended into chaos as thousands of fans who paid premium ticket prices were unable to see him properly amid overcrowding and poor crowd management. Fans vandalised seats, threw bottles and stormed the pitch in frustration, forcing security to cut short his stadium appearance. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee publicly apologised to Messi and supporters, called the mismanagement “shocking” and ordered a detailed inquiry. The event organiser was detained, and authorities promised refunds to disappointed ticket-holders amid political backlash and criticism. 

A mass shooting occurred on December 13, 2025, at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, during the second day of final exams, when a gunman opened fire near the Barus & Holley Engineering building. Authorities confirmed two people were killed and eight others critically injured and taken to hospital. Students and staff were ordered to shelter in place as police searched the campus. Initial reports of a suspect in custody were later retracted; the shooter, described as a male dressed in black, remains at large. The FBI and local law enforcement are investigating.   

Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma arrived in Mumbai on Saturday evening after Kohli returned from London. The couple was seen at the airport, where Kohli waved at cameras while Anushka walked straight to their car. Soon after, fans began to speculate about a possible meeting between Kohli and Lionel Messi. Messi is in India for his GOAT India Tour and is scheduled to reach Mumbai on Sunday. He will take part in a charity fashion event and other activities. With both stars in the city, fans are hoping for a rare crossover moment in Mumbai.