Severe snow and ice caused major travel disruption across parts of Europe, killing six people and grounding hundreds of flights. Five people died in road accidents in France, mostly linked to black ice, while a woman in Sarajevo was killed when a snow-laden tree fell on her. Airports in Paris and Amsterdam cancelled large numbers of flights as crews cleared runways and de-iced planes. At Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport, more than 400 departures were cancelled, leaving thousands stranded. Dutch airline KLM said it faced shortages of de-icing fluid due to extreme conditions. Rail services in the Netherlands and France were also hit. (PC: BBC)

Indian sports presenter Ridhima Pathak has said she withdrew from the Bangladesh Premier League hosting panel by choice and was not removed. Her statement comes after media reports in Bangladesh claimed she had been dropped from the show. Pathak said the decision was personal and linked to the present political climate between the two countries. She added that her nation comes first and that she values the game more than any single job. The row follows growing tension after the BCCI asked Kolkata Knight Riders to release Mustafizur Rahman, leading Bangladesh to ban IPL telecasts and seek to shift its T20 World Cup matches from India. (PC: NDTV)

Delhi is set to face colder days with the weather office warning of dense to very dense fog over the next few days. The IMD has issued a yellow alert till Thursday. Parts of the city recorded “cold day” conditions on Tuesday. The Safdarjung station logged a maximum of 15.7°C, while Palam reported 13°C, both below normal. Experts say cold northwesterly winds and fog are keeping daytime temperatures low. Maximum values may fall to 12–15°C, while minimums may drop to 3–4°C in the coming week. Morning fog is also likely to reduce visibility across the region. (PC: HT)

The White House says President Donald Trump and his team are discussing several ways to acquire Greenland, including possible military options. It calls the Arctic island a national security priority. The comments come after European leaders issued a joint statement supporting Denmark and stressing respect for borders and international law. Greenland’s prime minister welcomed the statement and asked for respectful dialogue. US officials later said Washington is open to buying the territory or forming a free association pact. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told lawmakers there is no plan to invade. Denmark says it wants urgent talks with the US to clear misunderstandings over the issue. (PC: BBC)

The Supreme Court on Wednesday is hearing a case on stray dogs and cattle, raising concerns over safety on highways and public places. A three-judge bench says it will listen to both supporters and critics in the matter. The court is told that only 10 states have filed compliance affidavits so far. The amicus curiae says many filings do not give full data on shelters or on how stray cattle are being moved. It is reported that 2,691 cattle have been shifted to gaushalas, but risky highway stretches are not listed. The bench also refers to recent accidents involving judges due to stray cattle and asks authorities to explain gaps in enforcement. (PC: India Today)

Violent clashes erupted during an MCD anti-encroachment drive near Faiz-e-Elahi mosque at Turkman Gate, Delhi, injuring five police personnel. The demolition, court-ordered by Delhi High Court, targeted land adjoining the mosque and nearby graveyard, originally scheduled for 8 am but commenced at 1:30 am Wednesday. Deputy Commissioner Nidhin Valsan reported 100-150 people gathered as JCB machinery arrived. Police deployed teargas shells to disperse stone-throwing crowds. Joint CP Madhur Verma confirmed comprehensive security arrangements, dividing the area into nine zones, each supervised by Additional Deputy Commissioner-level officers. Videos showed apparent tear gas deployment and stone-pelting incidents. Heavy police presence characterized the operation aimed at removing encroachments under high court directions.

Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina blamed Muhammad Yunus's interim government for systematic collapse of law, order, and secular values, enabling religious extremism and mob violence against minorities. In an exclusive CNN-News18 interview, she cited thousands of attacks on Hindus, Christians, Buddhists, and Ahmadiyya Muslims since Yunus assumed power, including Dipu Das's killing. Hasina accused Yunus of orchestrating anti-India protests outside the Indian High Commission to deflect from internal failures and providing political patronage to extremist groups. She urged India to support democracy, minority rights, and free elections in Bangladesh. Hasina warned that excluding the Awami League from February 12 elections would delegitimize the process, arguing true democracy requires participation without fear or coercion. (PC: AFP)

Thalapathy Vijay's upcoming film Jana Nayagan has received certification from the UK's British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) with a '15' rating, while still awaiting clearance from India's Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The UK certificate restricts the film to viewers aged 15 and above due to strong language, frequent violence, sexual activity, and drug misuse. With the film scheduled for theatrical release on January 9, 2026, the makers have filed a petition at Madras High Court seeking CBFC certification. The UK clearance allows the film's release in British markets, but the ongoing battle with India's censor board continues just days before the planned premiere. (PC: Times Now)

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed India's concern over recent Venezuelan developments, urging all parties to engage in dialogue prioritizing citizens' well-being and safety. Speaking in Luxembourg, he emphasized India's longstanding positive relations with Venezuela and hopes for favorable outcomes for its people. This follows the dramatic US military operation on January 3 that captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores from Caracas, who now await narco-terrorism trial in Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Centre. India promptly issued travel advisories, warning citizens against non-essential travel and urging extreme caution. The MEA termed the situation a matter of "deep concern," with the Indian Embassy maintaining contact with the Indian community while monitoring the evolving crisis. (PC: AFP)

A 25-year-old Hindu man, Mithun Sarkar, died after jumping into a canal while fleeing a mob chasing him over theft suspicion in Bangladesh's Bhandarpur village. His body was recovered Tuesday afternoon. This incident adds to escalating violence against religious minorities as Bangladesh prepares for February 12 parliamentary elections the first since the 2024 uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina's government. Recent attacks include a Hindu businessman fatally shot in Jessore, a grocery shop owner killed in Narsingdi, and Khokon Chandra Das burned alive in Shariatpur. The Council for Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian Unity reported 51 targeted incidents in December alone, including 10 murders, raising concerns about coordinated intimidation ahead of elections. (PC: NDTV)