An Indian professional working in Paris criticized toxic workplace behavior among Indian colleagues abroad in a viral video. He claims Indians focus on minor mistakes like five-minute delays escalating them to managers while ignoring their own work. He described "gossip, backbiting and complaints" as daily occurrences, stating he feels fortunate being the only Indian on his project to avoid drama. He noted local workers don't engage in office politics, but Indians "pull each other down," creating uncomfortable workspaces. The video sparked debate, with commenters sharing similar experiences in the US and other countries, including allegations of wage theft by Indian managers and deliberate workplace sabotage.

An NRI professional who returned to India with a Rs 100 crore ($12 million) net worth shared his post-retirement reflections on Reddit, describing early financial freedom as "bliss and a curse." Starting from a middle-class background, he worked in tech services before moving to the US, where strategic investments grew his portfolio significantly. Now living in a gated community, his daily routine includes three hours of sports and gym, reading, family time, and occasional boredom. Despite comfortable access to cooks, maids, and coaches, he admits feeling empty at times but refuses to return to corporate grinding. His post sparked debate about early retirement's psychological impact.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar extended India's deepest condolences to Australia following the Bondi Beach terror attack, speaking with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong to offer full support and assistance. One gunman, identified as 50-year-old Naveed Akram, called his mother hours before the attack, saying he'd been swimming at Jervis Bay with his 24-year-old son Sajid. The father was killed at the scene; his son remains hospitalized in critical condition. Jewish community members gathered at Bondi Beach, lighting candles at a large menorah among floral tributes, singing traditional songs and the Australian national anthem. Forty people remain hospitalized, with victims aged 10 to 87.

India and the European Union are finalizing their Free Trade Agreement, scheduled for signing on January 27 during an India-EU summit coinciding with Republic Day celebrations. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa will attend as chief guests on January 26. Of 23 negotiating chapters, 11 are closed, with ongoing discussions on car and steel market access, services, investment, and technical trade barriers. India's bilateral goods trade with the EU stands at $136 billion, making it Delhi's third-largest trading partner. Originally launched in 2007 and stalled in 2013, negotiations resumed in June 2022 with strong political commitment from both sides.(PC: Epthinktank)

Two Punjabi youths were shot dead in a targeted attack in southeast Edmonton, Canada, early Friday morning, according to police who confirmed the killings were not random. The victims were identified as Gurdeep Singh, 27, from Bareh village, and Ranveer Singh, 18, from Uddat Saidewala village near Budhlada in Punjab's Mansa district. Both were reportedly traveling to attend a friend's birthday party when they were fired upon. The incident has triggered grief in their home villages in Punjab and raised concerns among the Punjabi diaspora community in Canada. Families in Mansa district are mourning the loss as investigations continue.(PC: The Indian Express)

The US has prudentially revoked several H-1B and H-4 visas amid delays in visa interviews in India. Visa holders have received emails notifying them of the temporary revocation, even if past issues with law enforcement had been cleared. A prudential revocation is a precautionary action and does not affect lawful stay in the US. However, the visa cannot be used for travel until the issue is resolved. Experts say the matter will be reviewed during the next visa appointment. The move follows the US State Department’s plan to expand social media checks for work visa applicants.

Two young men from Punjab were shot dead in a targeted attack in southeast Edmonton, Canada. The victims were identified as Gurdeep Singh, 27, and Ranveer Singh, 18, both from Mansa district in Punjab. Police said the shooting happened early on December 12 when the two were travelling in a vehicle to attend a friend’s birthday party. Officers found them with gunshot wounds and both died at the spot. Police said the attack was not random and handed the case to the homicide unit. No arrests have been made yet and the probe is ongoing. (PC: X)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday condemned the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach in Sydney that killed at least 12 people. The attack happened during Hanukkah celebrations. Modi called the incident “ghastly” and expressed condolences to the victims’ families. He said India has zero tolerance towards terrorism and supports the fight against it in all forms. Modi also said India stands with the people of Australia in this time of grief. Australian authorities have declared the incident a terrorist attack. Two shooters were involved. Explosives were also recovered. Australian leaders strongly condemned the violence. (PC: PTI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned the terrorist attack at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, which targeted a Jewish Hanukkah event. At least 12 people were killed, and 29 others injured, including two police officers. One gunman was shot dead by police, and the other is in critical condition. Modi expressed shock over the incident and extended condolences to the families of the victims. He said India stands with Australia in this time of grief and reaffirmed that the country has zero tolerance for terrorism. Authorities called it a targeted attack on Sydney’s Jewish community. (PC: India Today)

Three Indian-origin truck drivers — Manjot Bhatti (26), Navjot Bhatti (26) and Amanjot Bhatti (22) — were arrested by Peel Regional Police in Brampton, Canada, for their alleged roles in a tow-truck rivalry shootout that erupted on October 7 in a parking lot near McVean Drive and Castlemore Road. Police say an altercation between rival tow-truck groups escalated into gunfire, injuring one person slightly. After weeks of investigation, warrants were executed on November 20 leading to the arrests; all three now face firearm-related charges, while a fourth suspect remains at large and police have released footage seeking public help. (PC: NDTV)