Dr. Ahmed Mohiyuddin Saiyed, a 35-year-old terror suspect linked to a ricin poison plot, was assaulted by three other inmates at Sabarmati Central Jail in Ahmedabad. The Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and local police are investigating the motive, with initial reports suggesting the attackers may have been “flaunting their patriotism.” Saiyed sustained injuries but is reportedly out of danger. The incident has raised concerns over security lapses within the high-security facility. (PC: PTI)

Sajeeb Wazed, son of ousted Bangladeshi leader Sheikh Hasina, condemned the tribunal’s verdict sentencing her to death, calling it a “complete mockery of justice.” He claimed the trial was rushed, predetermined, and conducted by an “unelected, unconstitutional” interim government that even amended laws to fast-track it. Wazed said his mother was denied her own defence attorneys, and argued that there is “no rule of law” in Bangladesh now. (PC: India Today)

Investigators have recovered a self-recorded, undated video of Dr Umar un-Nabi, the suspected driver in the November 10 Red Fort car blast, in which he reframes suicide bombing as a “martyrdom operation,” not an act of self-harm. In the footage, he argues that the commonly understood concept of suicide bombing is “misunderstood” and describes martyrdom as dying at a specific time and place by choice. The video was retrieved from a damaged phone, reportedly discarded in a pond near his brother’s home in Pulwama. (PC: HT)

Scotland qualified for their first World Cup since 1998 after a dramatic 4-2 victory over Denmark at Hampden Park, sealed by stoppage-time goals from substitutes Kieran Tierney and Kenny McLean. Scott McTominay's spectacular third-minute overhead kick opened scoring before intense back-and-forth action. Rasmus Hojlund equalized from the penalty spot in the 57th minute, but Rasmus Kristensen's second yellow card reduced Denmark to 10 men. Lawrence Shankland restored Scotland's lead before Patrick Dorgu leveled again. In six added minutes, Tierney fired from 25 yards with McLean scoring from halfway line, topping Group C. Denmark's shocking 2-2 Belarus draw had given Scotland the automatic qualification lifeline. (PC: X) 

An Indian traveler's friendly greeting on X announcing his Argentina arrival for EFDevcon conference sparked unexpected racist comments from American online trolls. However, genuine Argentinians quickly stepped forward, confronting the racism and supporting the visitor. The Indian man simply wrote "Argentina I'm in you. Friends let's connect before EFDevcon." Social media user Meru praised locals for defending him, noting how real Argentinians "called out the racism and didn't let the hate ruin this person's mood." Supportive comments flooded in, with locals offering office space, welcoming him warmly, and thanking him for visiting. The incident demonstrates how social media can unite people against negativity, with community solidarity overcoming hate.

Anmol Bishnoi, India's most-wanted fugitive and Lawrence Bishnoi's younger brother, was deported from the US and arrived in Delhi today. Facing 18 criminal cases including conspiracy to murder NCP leader Baba Siddique, Anmol coordinated the October 2024 killing via Snapchat with shooters. The NIA describes him as Lawrence's principal overseas handler, directing extortion rackets through encrypted channels while building criminal networks across West Asia, East Africa, and North America. Carrying a Rs 10 lakh reward, Anmol fled India on forged passport through Nepal, Dubai, Kenya before US detention in November 2024. He also claimed responsibility for firing outside Salman Khan's home and ordering singer Sidhu Moose Wala's murder. (PC: India Today)

Awami League leaders in exile condemned Sheikh Hasina's death sentence as a "pre-determined verdict" by an "illegal, unconstitutional" Yunus government. Organizing Secretary Shafiul Alam Chowdhury Nadel slammed the tribunal, defending Hasina's 15-year work for Bangladesh's 170 million people. The party called for a national shutdown protesting the "politically motivated" verdict. Leaders warned they "will not allow elections without the Awami League" and threatened escalating protests unless international intervention occurs. Rights groups called the trial a "political farce" violating fair trial standards, noting 17 judges were dismissed before proceedings. Bangladesh banned Awami League activities ahead of February elections, with supporters vowing "stronger protests" and warning of potential violence. (PC: Britannica)

Soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo attended President Donald Trump's White House dinner honoring Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, seated near officials and business leaders including Tim Cook and Elon Musk. Trump introduced the 40-year-old Portuguese star to his teenage son Barron, joking the meeting made his son "respect his father a little bit more." Ronaldo has been the Saudi league's face since joining Al-Nassr in 2022 on a reported $200 million-yearly contract, extending through 2026. The club is majority-owned by Saudi's sovereign wealth fund chaired by MBS. Ronaldo promoted Saudi Arabia's successful 2034 World Cup bid and qualified for his record sixth World Cup despite facing a potential ban.

President Donald Trump defended Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during an Oval Office meeting, dismissing US intelligence findings that MBS approved journalist Jamal Khashoggi's 2018 murder. Trump called the ABC reporter "fake news" and insisted the Crown Prince "knew nothing about it," adding "things happen" and some didn't like Khashoggi. MBS acknowledged the incident was "painful" and called it a "huge mistake," claiming Saudi Arabia improved systems to prevent recurrence. The exchange overshadowed MBS's first White House visit since the killing. The Crown Prince announced increasing US investments from $600 billion to $1 trillion, while Trump praised Saudi Arabia's "incredible" human rights progress without specifics.

The United States is secretly collaborating with Russia on a 28-point plan to end the Ukraine war, inspired by Trump's 20-point Gaza peace plan, reports Axios citing US and Russian officials. Special envoy Steve Witkoff leads the drafting process, having extensively discussed it with Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev during an October Miami visit. The plan addresses four categories: Ukraine peace, security guarantees, European security, and future US-Russia-Ukraine relations. However, Russia's territorial control in eastern Ukraine remains unresolved. Dmitriev suggests the framework extends beyond Ukraine to address Russian security concerns and restore US-Russia ties. Ukrainian officials confirmed awareness after Witkoff briefed national security adviser Rustem Umerov. European officials are receiving briefings. (PC: ABC News)