Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin, in Mumbai for the band's world tour, had a sweet moment with a young fan outside a Lord Shiva temple. On January 18, as Martin was exiting the temple with girlfriend Dakota Johnson, two young boys greeted him. One of the boys asked for tickets to Coldplay's concert, but Chris, without tickets, offered them a badge instead. A heartwarming video of the exchange has gone viral. The band is set to perform in Mumbai on January 18, 19, and 21, and later in Ahmedabad on January 25-26.

In a heart-wrenching moment at Sealdah court on Saturday, the father of a 31-year-old RG Kar Hospital trainee doctor broke down after Sanjay Roy was found guilty of rape and murder. Roy, a former Kolkata Police civic volunteer, was convicted under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for the brutal crime, which shocked the nation in August 2024. As the judge delivered the verdict, the victim’s father thanked the court for justice. He stated, "We will keep knocking on the doors of the court until we receive justice." Sentencing will occur on Monday.

Kareena Kapoor Khan detailed the attack on her husband, actor Saif Ali Khan, during the early hours of Thursday at their Bandra residence. She told the police, "The attacker was aggressive. I saw him attack Saif repeatedly... Our priority was to take Saif to the hospital." Khan was trying to protect their children, Taimur and Jehangir (Jeh). The assailant fled without taking any valuables. Khan suffered serious injuries, including damage to his spine, and underwent surgery. "After the attack, I was terrified, so Karisma took me to her house," Kareena added. Police are investigating the case, but no arrests have been made yet.

India announced their squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with Rohit Sharma as captain and Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami leading the pace attack. Shubman Gill will be vice-captain. Bumrah, previously doubtful due to injury, is fit for the tournament, while Shami returns after a break. New faces include Arshdeep Singh, Washington Sundar, and Yashasvi Jaiswal, making his debut in the ODI squad. Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul are expected to be the wicketkeepers, and spinners include Kuldeep Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja, and Axar Patel.   India's squad for Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit Sharma (C), Shubman Gill (VC), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Kuldeep Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Yashasvi Jaiswal, Rishabh Pant, and Ravindra Jadeja.                          

A Kolkata court has pronounced Sanjay Roy, a civic volunteer, guilty in the RG Kar rape-murder case involving a 31-year-old trainee doctor. The victim was found dead in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College on August 9, 2024. Roy, identified through CCTV footage and a Bluetooth device left at the scene, was arrested on August 10. Nationwide protests erupted, demanding justice and better security for hospital staff. The in-camera trial, involving 50 witnesses, concluded on January 9, 2025. The judgment by Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das marks a significant milestone in the pursuit of justice.

A historic ceasefire and hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas was finalized just 10 minutes before the official announcement. Negotiations mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S. culminated after months of complex discussions in Doha. The agreement includes a phased ceasefire, hostage releases, and Israeli military withdrawal from Gaza. Key shifts occurred following Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar’s death and changes in regional dynamics. Pressure from both the outgoing Biden and incoming Trump administrations was pivotal. The final hurdles, including returnee inspections, were resolved with mediator intervention, ensuring the deal’s success.

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan was stabbed six times by an aggressive intruder at his Bandra duplex on Thursday morning. According to Kareena Kapoor's statement to the police, the attacker was first spotted in their son Jeh's bedroom. Saif intervened heroically, saving the family. While Saif was rushed to Lilavati Hospital by his 7-year-old son, Taimur, and a domestic help in an auto-rickshaw, Kareena and Jeh were taken to safety by Karisma Kapoor. Saif, now out of danger, earned praise from doctors for his bravery. Kareena called the day “incredibly challenging” and requested privacy during this time.

The Mahakumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj witnessed 1.98M pilgrims by 10 AM on its sixth day, with over 73M attending so far. Devotees flocked to the Triveni Sangam for Kalpavas and sacred dips. Mahamandaleshwar Narayanand Giri Maharaj, adorned with 6.8 kg of jewelry, said his gems, including ruby and sapphire, enhance spiritual energy. Laurene Powell, Steve Jobs’ widow, embraced Sanatan Dharma under Swami Kailashanand Giri. The event united people of diverse backgrounds, blending spirituality with devotion. Foreign devotees joined bhajan sessions, amplifying the sacred ambiance of this historic gathering.

Coldplay is setting a benchmark in sustainability with eco-friendly practices on their global tours. The band minimizes air travel, opting for commercial flights and using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to cut carbon emissions by up to 80%. On the ground, they rely on electric vehicles and biofuels. They’ve planted 7M trees across 24 countries in partnership with One Tree Planted. To combat plastic pollution, they’ve deployed solar-powered river interceptors by The Ocean Cleanup. Their concerts feature free water refill stations and have achieved an 86% reuse rate for LED wristbands. Additionally, 72% of tour waste is recycled or composted.

A Russian air strike on Kyiv killed 4 people overnight, local authorities reported. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed that air defenses were active in the Ukrainian capital. The Shevchenkivskyi district saw shattered windows, a fire in a non-residential building, and flooding caused by damaged infrastructure. Videos online showed a car engulfed in flames. Officials issued a ballistic missile alert, urging residents to take shelter. This marks the second fatal attack on Kyiv this month, intensifying the toll on the city's civilian population. The exact target remains unclear, as tensions between Russia and Ukraine continue.