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India and New Zealand will clash in the ICC Champions Trophy final in Dubai on Sunday. India, unbeaten in four matches, seek one last push for the title with batters like Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli leading the charge. New Zealand, having lost only once, face uncertainty over key bowler Matt Henry's fitness but remain upbeat about their chances.

“It’s been seven months since she left us, but where is justice? We do not even have the death certificate,” the mother of the doctor claimed

Congress leader Pawan Khera criticised PM Modi and the central government, after the US claiming that India reduced tariffs, claiming pressure from Donald Trump. Khera raised concerns about transparency and questions the government's negotiations. Meanwhile, reports indicated that PM Modi and Trump have agreed to advance a Bilateral Trade Agreement to improve market access and reduce trade barriers.

The travel advisory asks Americans to not travel to Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, which include the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), due to terrorism

The six workers trapped under the debris were brought out by the NDRF teams. While one of them was found dead, the condition of three others is critical, officials said

At Mumbai's Borivali railway station, a vigilant railway security personnel rescued a woman who lost her balance and fell while attempting to alight from a moving train. The Ministry of Railways urged commuters not to board or alight from moving trains by sharing a video of the incident on social media. Further details are awaited.

Vice President JD Vance was confronted by pro-Ukraine protesters while walking with his three-year-old daughter in Cincinnati, leading to his daughter becoming anxious and scared. Vance engaged in a conversation with the protesters, who mostly agreed to leave them alone. The incident follows Vance's controversial involvement in a heated Oval Office meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President Zelensky.

The US Justice Department continues to push for Google to sell its Chrome browser, reinforcing its stance against the tech giant's monopoly in online search. The government argues for divesting Chrome and stopping paid agreements with Apple and other entities. Google plans to appeal, labeling the proposal as harmful and interventionist. Court arguments are set for April.

More than 80 Afghan women studying in Oman face imminent deportation after the Trump administration cut funding for their USAID scholarships. These women, barred from higher education by the Taliban, had fled Afghanistan seeking safety. They fear severe repercussions upon return, including forced marriage and targeted violence. They urgently seek international intervention for protection and financial assistance.

The aircraft, a Hawker 800A, a mid-sized business jet with seating for eight passengers was operated as commercial air ambulance, says ED

18-year-old Pranav Venkatesh clinched the World Junior Chess Championship with unique preparation methods, including playing cricket in hotel rooms with his coach, GM Shyam Sundar. Pranav balanced his rapid blitz skills with the patience needed for classical chess, leading to his triumph in Montenegro, a title once held by Viswanathan Anand.

A man climbed Big Ben’s Elizabeth Tower waving a Palestinian flag and shouting "Free Palestine." He spent 16 hours on the structure before being arrested by police. Authorities worked with emergency crews to safely negotiate the situation, leading to road closures and canceled parliamentary tours.

A visually impaired man was arrested at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport for smuggling 3.4 crore worth of gold from Dubai. Customs officials intercepted the passenger, discovering 3,995.22 grams of gold hidden under his shirt. His arrest followed the detention of Kannada actress Ranya Rao, who was found with 14.2 kg of gold valued at Rs 12.56 crore.

British actor Paapa Essiedu's casting as Severus Snape in the new Harry Potter TV series has sparked debate among fans. Some applaud his talent while others criticize the deviation from the book's description. Adam Driver is suggested as a closer match to Alan Rickman's portrayal. The series is expected to premiere in 2027 after being delayed.

Team India is set to compete for their third ICC Champions Trophy title against New Zealand in Dubai on Sunday. Both teams, having faced recent disappointments in finals, are eager for glory. Key players like Rohit Sharma and Kane Williamson could potentially conclude their ODI careers. India's dominant journey and strong spin attack fuel high expectations in this finale.

More than 1,000 people have died in Syria following intense clashes between security forces and Assad loyalists. The violence, which erupted after an insurgent-led government took power, has targeted Alawites and caused devastating retribution killings.

President Trump questioned the legitimacy of the US-Canada border treaty and suggested revising it in a call with PM Trudeau. He expressed frustration over trade issues such as Canada's protected dairy sector. Trudeau dismissed Trump's justification and accused him of economic weakening attempts.

The college treated the incidents as ragging and suspended four students with immediate effect

Nasa has postponed the launch of its SPHEREx and PUNCH missions scheduled on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from California. The delay allows for further rocket checkouts. SPHEREx will scan the sky in infrared light to study galaxies and cosmic history, while PUNCH will investigate the sun's outer atmosphere and solar wind to improve space weather predictions.

Veteran actor Shabana Azmi, who recently completed 50 years in the film industry, was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award