Real parted ways with Alonso a little more than seven months after appointing him, following a poor run of results in all competitions.
Among major engagements in 2026 is the visit of the European Union leadership, chief guests at the Republic Day parade.
On Wednesday, Rahul toured BMW World in Munich, checked out a BMW motorcycle and interacted with the company's cars, technology and manufacturing processes, using the visit to reiterate his argument that India must strengthen its manufacturing base and create more production-linked jobs.
Despite a 2.8 per cent fall in 2025 volumes, Mercedes-Benz India reported its best-ever revenue and profitability, led by top-end models, AMG growth and higher BEV mix.
The report evaluates the likely military, strategic and international fallout for China under scenarios ranging from a "major war" to a "minor conflict" with Taiwan, Focus Taiwan said.
IMAGES from all the action on Day 8 of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday.
Al-Nassr top the standings and are two points clear of second-placed Al-Hilal. Al-Ahli are fourth on 25 points.
Qualifier Arthur Fery delivered a stunning Australian Open win by beating 20th seed Flavio Cobolli on Sunday.
Marc Marquez proved once again why he is known as the 'King of Sachsenring' when the Ducati rider marked his 200th MotoGP start by winning the German Grand Prix on Sunday.
Arsenal took a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a scoreless draw with Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday
Germany dominated the first leg of their Nations League final against Spain on Friday but could not find the back of the net as they were held to a scoreless draw ahead of Tuesday's second leg in Madrid.
'Kashmir needs to be divided and we need the land of Panun Kashmir in Kashmir.'
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that Russia does not intend to attack Europe, but any attack on Russia would face a devastating response. He also accused the EU's 'war party' of hindering Ukraine peace efforts and pledged support for China on Taiwan.
Maria crowned first Queen's Club women's champion in 52 years
The BJP has accused Rahul Gandhi of meeting with 'enemies of India' during a visit to Germany, alleging a conspiracy against the country.
'I just want my players to play our game, we can't copy-paste. We Indians have our own flavour, and we just need to play our game.'
Lose to title holders Germany 1-5 in semifinals
Germany beat Spain in shoot-out to win eighth FIH Junior WC title
Hans Niemann quite literally made a splash on Wednesday, winning an underwater chess exhibition as festivities opened for the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Finals in Cape Town, where the world's elite players gathered ahead of the main competition.
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Seeking to qualify for the Candidates' event, India's top-rated Arjun Erigaisi walked off with an easy draw with his Chinese counterpart Wei Yi in the first game of the quarterfinals, in Panaji on Monday.
From Royal Challengers Bengaluru's historic first IPL title to star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finally breaking the iconic 90-meter mark to India women winning their first cricket World Cup, this was the year of long-awaited victories and record-breaking feats.
IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday
How the world dines on Christmas.
A quick look at the 14 names the Neeraj Ghaywan movie is competing with for a spot in the top five nominations.
TasteAtlas, the online international food guide, has announced its cuisine awards for 25/26.
'The worst part is that after the attack on December 9, the Dehradun police refused to register an FIR for the murder.'
Defending champion Jannik Sinner reached the semi-finals of the ATP Finals with a 6-4, 6-3 win over two-times winner Alexander Zverev on Wednesday, with Ben Shelton eliminated after losing earlier to Felix Auger-Aliassime in the same group.
Seven-times World champion Lewis Hamilton failed to stand on the podium all year for the first time in his career.
McLaren, who secured the constructors' championship in October for the second year in a row, won both titles in the same season for the first time since 1998.
Ritika Gupta, a study abroad expert and founder of Aaera Consultants, explains how Germany's new visa rules will affect international students and working professionals.
The country also mounted bids on some high-profile continental and global events, including the 2031 World Athletics Championships with Ahmedabad as the proposed venue.
India lose 1-3 to Germany at Junior Women's World Cup
US lawmakers have expressed concerns that policies enacted by the Trump administration, such as the H1B visa fee and tariffs on India, are detrimental to American businesses and threaten the relationship between the United States and India.
Four times World champion Max Verstappen said he had nothing to lose and would go all out to win.
Where are the best places to get vegan food in the world?
Nico O'Reilly's opportunistic strike and Erling Haaland's penalty helped Manchester City to fight back to beat Real Madrid 2-1 in a tense Champions League contest at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday.
India's mixed doubles pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto fell short in the semi-finals of the German Open Super 300.
'Because of the size and complexity of the economy, we can address almost every job that is there, from agriculture farming to healthcare.'
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