Haiti's international airport shut down after gangs fired on a Spirit Airlines flight landing in Port-au-Prince, injuring a flight attendant. The plane, traveling from Fort Lauderdale, was diverted to the Dominican Republic. Bullet holes were found inside the aircraft. The incident prompted some airlines to suspend operations. The shutdown occurred as Haiti sworn in a new interim prime minister, who vowed to restore peace. The country faces escalating violence and gang activity. The US Embassy confirmed the incident. The airport closure highlights Haiti's deteriorating security situation, posing concerns for travel and humanitarian aid. An investigation is underway.

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Mike Waltz, a Florida Congressman and co-chair of the India Caucus, as his National Security Adviser. Waltz, a 50-year-old retired Army colonel and Green Beret veteran, serves on key committees, including Armed Services, Foreign Affairs, and Intelligence. As a combat-decorated veteran with over 26 years of service, Waltz brings extensive experience to the role. He has been critical of President Joe Biden's foreign policy and advocates for increased European support for Ukraine and a more stringent US approach. 

US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris made their first public appearance together since Harris lost the election to Donald Trump. The pair attended a Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, where they honored fallen soldiers with a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Biden praised Harris in a recent speech, while Democrats face internal discussions on the reasons for their loss. Trump, who will soon take office, plans to bring in officials with strong views on immigration and national security, including Tom Homan as "border czar" and Elise Stefanik as ambassador to the UN.

India's cricket coach Gautam Gambhir faces a major test after India’s 0-3 Test series loss to New Zealand. Questions about his and captain Rohit Sharma’s strategies persist. Gambhir acknowledged the team's shortcomings, saying they were "outplayed in all departments" by New Zealand. As India prepares to face Australia, Gambhir’s role will be critical, especially with vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah likely leading the first Test in Rohit’s absence. The upcoming series will test both the players and Gambhir's support team, including bowling coach Morne Morkel, in what could be a decisive moment for the India-Australia rivalry.

Two branches of Qatar's royal family are fighting in a UK court over the Idol's Eye diamond. Sheikh Hamad bin Abdullah Al Thani, cousin of Qatar's Emir, claims he has the right to buy the 70-carat gem, valued at $27 million. The diamond was lent to QIPCO, a company he runs, by former culture minister Sheikh Saud bin Mohammed Al Thani before his death in 2014. The dispute centers around an agreement to sell the diamond for $10 million. Elanus Holdings, representing Sheikh Saud's relatives, disagrees and insists the sale price should be higher.

Some Democrats are urging President Joe Biden to step down, allowing Kamala Harris to become the first female U.S. president before Donald Trump’s inauguration. Harris, who lost to Trump in both the popular and electoral votes, is considered by supporters to be acting as president in many roles. However, critics argue that making her president without an election win would be unfair. Harris’s supporters believe this move would fulfill a historic milestone, while others feel the position should be earned through a direct win. Biden has not indicated any intention to resign before Trump’s inauguration.

John Podesta, US President Biden’s climate envoy, reassured the COP29 summit that the U.S. will continue climate efforts, despite Donald Trump’s recent election win. Trump has pledged to weaken environmental policies and withdraw from the Paris Agreement. However, Podesta emphasized that climate action extends beyond one election or country, referencing strong state and city initiatives. Meanwhile, COP29 saw delegates agree to a controversial global carbon market, allowing richer nations to fund emissions cuts in developing countries. With urgent issues, like record-high global temperatures, the summit faces challenges, especially as rising costs strain delegates from poorer nations.

In Manipur’s Jiribam district, at least 10 Kuki militants were killed on Monday following an attack on a CRPF camp. The assault, which took place around 3:30 p.m., led to an intense exchange of gunfire. During the confrontation, CRPF personnel retaliated, neutralizing the militants and seizing several weapons. One CRPF jawan sustained critical injuries and is undergoing treatment. Earlier in the day, the militants also attacked Borobekra Police Station and set fire to multiple Meitei community houses in Jakuradhor. This escalation marks the latest in ongoing violence across Manipur, which has led to over 200 fatalities.

After Sanju Samson's record-breaking back-to-back T20I centuries, Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir praised Samson's talent but declined any credit for his success. Samson scored 111 against Bangladesh and 107 against South Africa, becoming the first Indian to achieve consecutive T20I hundreds. Despite Samson’s appreciation for Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav’s guidance, Gambhir attributed Samson’s performance to his own hard work and skill, noting that backing him with the right batting position was key. Gambhir added that the emergence of young talents like Nitish Reddy and Mayank Yadav marks a promising era for Indian cricket.

Following Donald Trump’s win, Elon Musk supported biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy’s push for a strict immigration reform to “save America.” Ramaswamy, a key Indian-American advisor to Trump, criticized the U.S. immigration system as “broken” and called for the deportation of illegal immigrants, emphasizing restoring rule of law. Musk, responding on social platform X, agreed with Ramaswamy's vision and expressed interest in Trump’s potential administrative picks. Trump praised Musk as a “genius” in his victory speech, hinting at a significant role for him in the new administration, though details remain unclear.