Hundreds of Indian students at a university in Berlin are facing visa problems just months before graduation. The issue began after local authorities questioned whether the school’s hybrid courses meet study visa rules. Many students say the university had earlier assured them that the course format was valid. They are now stuck between the institution and immigration offices, with some told they could be asked to leave Germany. Students fear losing years of study and large fees already paid. Education groups say the case shows gaps in how Germany handles foreign students and course approvals. Officials have not given a clear timeline for resolving the matter, leaving students uncertain about their future.

Elon Musk criticised Canada’s public health system after a 44-year-old Indian-origin man died while waiting for treatment at a hospital in Edmonton. Prashant Sreekumar was taken to Grey Nuns Community Hospital on December 22 with chest pain, his family said. He remained in the waiting area for over eight hours and was given pain medicine despite rising blood pressure. When he was finally moved for treatment, he collapsed and could not be revived. His wife later shared a video describing the delay. Responding on X, Musk compared government run healthcare to the US motor vehicle department. India’s Ministry of External Affairs has urged Canada to take responsibility in the case. (PC: NDTV)

Indian technology professionals in the United States say they are facing growing hostility linked to tighter rules on the H-1B visa programme. Many report higher fees, closer vetting and public claims that foreign workers are taking jobs. Activists say the tone has hardened since Donald Trump returned to office, with online attacks now targeting Indian Americans beyond the tech sector. A report by a US research group said most high impact posts frame Indians as job thieves. Tech workers told India Today Digital that their future now feels tied to policy changes rather than work results. They added that uncertainty is creating stress and forcing families to rethink long term plans in the US. (PC: India Today)

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma answered doubts over their form with strong performances through 2025. Both struggled in Tests early in the year and later retired from the format. Their ODI future then came under review. They returned with key roles in India’s Champions Trophy win and later delivered match winning runs in Australia and at home. The duo also played the Vijay Hazare Trophy and scored centuries to show commitment. However, head coach Gautam Gambhir and chief selector Ajit Agarkar have not given a clear view on whether the two seniors are part of plans for the 2027 ODI World Cup. The board is yet to confirm its roadmap. (PC: HT)

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet US President Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday to discuss a revised peace plan for the war with Russia. The talks come after heavy Russian strikes on Kyiv over the weekend. Zelensky said the attacks show that Moscow “doesn’t want peace”. Ukrainian officials said a ten hour barrage of missiles and drones on Friday night killed two people and injured 32. Russia said it targeted energy facilities. Zelensky is expected to seek US security guarantees and discuss possible terms for eastern Ukraine. The new plan has 20 points and follows earlier drafts prepared by US envoys. The Kremlin has not responded to the latest proposal. (PC: BBC)

Bangladesh police said two key suspects in the murder of political activist Osman Hadi have fled to India through the Meghalaya border. Dhaka Metropolitan Police Additional Commissioner SN Nazrul Islam said Faisal Karim Masud and Alamgir Sheikh crossed the Haluaghat border in Mymensingh with help from local contacts. He said the men were first received by a person named Purti and later taken by taxi to Tura city in Meghalaya. Bangladesh authorities are in contact with Indian officials through formal and informal channels to secure their arrest and extradition. Police said they have unconfirmed inputs that two people who helped the suspects may be in Indian custody. (PC: India Today)

New York woke up to its heaviest snowfall in nearly four years after a winter storm hit the north-east United States. Central Park recorded 4.3 inches of snow, the most since January 2022, the National Weather Service said. Some parts of the state saw up to 7.5 inches. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in more than half the counties before the storm. On Saturday, over 900 flights were cancelled in the New York area and more than 8,000 were delayed across the country. New Jersey and Connecticut also reported heavy snow. Authorities warned of black ice on roads and bridges. (PC: BBC)

US Congressman Ro Khanna has condemned the killing of Dipu Chandra Das, a 27-year-old Hindu garment worker who was lynched by a mob in Mymensingh, Bangladesh, earlier this month. In a post on X, Khanna described the death as “horrific” and said people must speak out against “vile acts of hatred and bigotry”. Das was killed during protests that followed the murder of student leader Osman Hadi. The incident triggered demonstrations in several Indian cities, including New Delhi, Kolkata and Agartala. Hindu groups also protested near Bangladeshi missions and sought protection for minorities. The case has strained India-Bangladesh ties, with both sides summoning envoys and raising concerns at diplomatic levels. (PC: HT)

Israeli military action has continued in Gaza despite a ceasefire, with health officials saying more than 400 people were killed and about 1,000 injured since October 10. Aid agencies say many areas remain in ruins, while Israel does not allow reconstruction material or heavy machines to enter. The UN says about 85% of buildings are damaged and nearly two million people are displaced. Satellite images reviewed by Sky News show the Israeli control line moving hundreds of metres deeper into Gaza. The IDF said its forces remain inside the strip to stop threats. It confirmed shooting a 16-year-old it called a suspect but gave no proof of militant links. (PC: Sky News)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a major overnight Russian attack on Kyiv showed Moscow does not want peace. The strike lasted about 10 hours and used missiles and drones. Local officials said two people were killed and 32 were injured. Energy damage left about 40% of homes in Kyiv and nearby areas without heating. Zelensky said Russia launched almost 500 drones and 40 missiles at energy and civilian sites. Russia said it used long-range weapons to hit military-linked facilities. Zelensky made the remarks while travelling to Florida for talks with US President Donald Trump on a new 20-point peace plan. (PC: BBC)