Day 2 of the IPL 2025 auction in Jeddah witnessed surprises as big names like Prithvi Shaw and Kane Williamson went unsold. Marco Jansen, however, sparked a bidding war, eventually being bought by Punjab Kings for ₹7 crore. Other notable deals included Sam Curran’s steep price drop, going to Chennai Super Kings for ₹2.4 crore, and Washington Sundar being acquired by Gujarat Titans for ₹3.2 crore. Faf du Plessis joined Delhi Capitals for ₹2 crore. Meanwhile, New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell and India's Ajinkya Rahane failed to attract bids. The auction continues to reshape team dynamics for IPL 2025.

A big cat is believed to be roaming Painswick, Cotswolds, UK, after a roe deer was found with only its head and rear legs intact. The rest of the body, including organs, had been devoured. Wildlife expert Frank Tunbridge, 78, highlighted evidence like bite marks on the throat, eaten internal organs, and a licked-clean ribcage, consistent with large feline behavior. A photo revealed patches of fur ripped out, matching big cat hunting techniques. Frank remarked, "Where there's something to eat, there's something to eat it." Authorities have urged residents to stay vigilant while investigations continue.

Storm Bert continues to wreak havoc across the UK, with over 200 flood alerts in England and Wales. Torrential rains and winds of up to 82mph left homes flooded, roads submerged, and caused widespread disruption. South Wales saw major flooding, with up to 300 properties affected. Two fatalities were reported, including a missing man in North Wales. Travel disruptions persist, with rail services cancelled and major roads closed. Authorities warn of further delays as clean-up efforts are hindered by continuing rainfall. Around 350,000 homes lost power, but most have now been reconnected.

Violence erupted in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, during a court-ordered survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid, resulting in four deaths. Police clashed with protestors, leading to stone-pelting, arson, and the use of tear gas. Akhilesh Yadav, Samajwadi Party chief, has called for the suspension of involved police officers, alleging murder charges. Autopsy reports confirm the deaths were caused by illegal firearms, not police weapons. Congress leaders Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi criticized the Yogi Adityanath government, urging the Supreme Court’s intervention. Authorities have imposed strict measures, including a ban on outsiders and a temporary suspension of internet services.

Rohit Sharma rejoined the Indian team in Perth on Day 4 of the first Test against Australia, after missing the match due to the birth of his second child. His arrival has sparked a selection dilemma for the upcoming Adelaide Test, which will be a day-night contest. KL Rahul, who had a solid performance in Perth with scores of 26 and 77, spoke about the captain's return, saying Rohit would "obviously walk in" to the playing XI. India, in a commanding position with a 534-run target set for Australia, leads the series 1-0. The Adelaide Test begins on December 6.

Harshita Brella, a 24-year-old Indian woman, was found dead in a car boot in east London on Nov 14. Her family accused her husband, Pankaj Lamba, of dowry harassment. Married since March, Harshita had faced physical abuse, filing a case in August. Despite providing substantial dowry, her family alleges Lamba demanded more, forcing them to sell property. Harshita’s body was discovered 145 km from her residence in Corby. Lamba is the prime suspect and allegedly fled to India. UK police are investigating while the family awaits the body’s repatriation. Sonia Brella, Harshita’s sister, urges authorities to track Lamba.

India triumphed over Australia by 295 runs in the 1st Test in Perth, taking a 1-0 lead in the five-match series. Yashasvi Jaiswal's brilliant 161 and Virat Kohli's 30th Test century powered India to a massive total. Chasing 534, Australia collapsed for 238, with Travis Head scoring 89. Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj took three wickets each, while Washington Sundar and Harshit Rana claimed two apiece. India showcased dominance with exceptional performances in both batting and bowling, setting a solid tone for the series. Australia struggled to counter India's relentless attack despite spirited contributions.

A Boeing 737 cargo plane operated by Swiftair for DHL crashed near Vilnius airport, Lithuania, on Monday, killing one crew member and injuring three others. The crash occurred during its final approach after departing from Leipzig, Germany. Emergency services evacuated 12 residents from a nearby house that sustained minor damage, while a fire broke out in the surrounding area. Authorities confirmed no explosion preceded the crash and have launched an investigation into the incident. Flight operations at Vilnius airport remain unaffected. The 31-year-old aircraft’s cause of failure remains unknown, with weather conditions reported as cold and cloudy.

Indian stock markets soared on Monday, with the Sensex surging 1,289 points to surpass the 80,000-mark and the Nifty climbing 405 points to 24,312. Analysts attributed the rally to the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) significant electoral victories in Maharashtra and Jharkhand, boosting investor confidence. Reliance Industries rose 2.5% following an upgrade by Citi, while most Adani group stocks recovered after recent losses. All 13 major sectors posted gains, with small- and mid-caps rising by 2%. Online food delivery giant Zomato jumped 6% after being chosen to replace JSW Steel in the BSE Sensex from December 23.

Three men, including Vivek Sharma and Amit Singh, died in Uttar Pradesh’s Bareilly after their car, guided by Google Maps, drove onto an under-construction bridge and plunged 50 feet into the Ramganga River. The victims were en route from Gurugram to a wedding. Locals discovered the damaged vehicle the next morning and alerted the police. Families accused construction officials of negligence, questioning the absence of barricades. Police have recovered the bodies and initiated investigations. "There should have been proper warnings at the site," a grieving family member said. An FIR against the construction department has been demanded.