16th December, Current Affairs:
- Vijay Diwas Commemorated: Vijay Diwas is being commemorated across India to mark the victory over Pakistan in the 1971 war.
- Antim Panghal Named Rising Star: Indian wrestler Antim Panghal was named the Rising Star of the Year by United World Wrestling (UWW).
- BCCI Retires MS Dhoni’s Jersey: The BCCI decided to retire the iconic No.7 jersey worn by former captain MS Dhoni.