Overview
- The India Meteorological Department flagged dense to very dense fog over Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh, with Delhi airport reporting 128 cancellations and eight diversions.
- Ceasefire efforts for Gaza again showed no progress as Israel pursued ground operations and UN reports pointed to worsening humanitarian conditions with fresh displacement.
- China conducted large-scale drills around Taiwan, with Taipei tracking dozens of aircraft and naval vessels and rerouting flights affecting more than 100,000 passengers.
- The Supreme Court stayed the suspension of a life sentence in the Unnao case, ensuring Kuldeep Sengar remains in custody during continuing legal proceedings.
- India’s women’s cricket team sealed a 5–0 T20I series sweep over Sri Lanka, with Harmanpreet Kaur leading the side to a 15‑run win in the final match.