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The 2025 MLB Spring Training will showcase a thrilling game between the Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Dodgers on March 6 at Camelback Ranch. Fans are excited about the pitching duel between Shohei Ohtani and Jack Leiter. Viewers can watch the game on the Rangers Sports Network, Victory+ Streaming Service, and MLB.TV.

Mohammed Shami's cousin, Mumtaz, defended the cricketer for not observing 'Roza' during Ramadan while playing for India, calling criticism 'shameful.' Shami faced backlash from All India Muslim Jamaat President, Maulana Bareilvi, but was supported by other clerics, who stated that players are exempt from fasting during travel or illness as per the Quran.

Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann confronts farmers, accusing them of turning Punjab into a protest-ridden state. This standoff with farmers, crucial for AAP's previous electoral success, comes amid heightened political tensions and opposition criticism following AAP's Delhi election loss and Kejriwal's controversial Punjab visit.

The revelation contradicts longstanding US policy, as the State Department has classified Hamas as a terrorist organization since 1997. Until now, Washington had relied on intermediaries—such as Qatar and Egypt—to communicate with the group. The White House confirmed Boehler's direct engagement, stating that he had the authority to conduct such talks, but it did not specify when Israel was informed.

Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, caused a stir among fans after being spotted at a Columbus Fury volleyball game. His casual look and backward pink cap especially delighted fans who took to social media to express their excitement. Burrow, who holds a stake in the Fury, has a history of creating such fan frenzies.

A senior railways official was caught on video throwing garbage from a moving train, leading to his immediate removal on the same day. The incident, which drew widespread criticism, highlights ongoing issues with cleanliness and improper waste disposal practices within the Indian Railways. Social media users have expressed their discontent, emphasizing the prevalence of such behavior.

India head coach Gautam Gambhir maintains his fierce winning mentality, demanding constant improvement from his team. Despite India's unbeaten run in the Champions Trophy, Gambhir sees room for progress. He emphasised playing out of comfort zones and supports players publicly, linking team's happiness with their on-field success. Gambhir aims for a perfect game in pursuit of an ICC title.

Chaos ensued at Aligarh Muslim University as Akhil Bharatiya Karni Sena protested against the university's denial of a 'special' Holi event. The group alleges discrimination against Hindu students. AMU clarified that the decision aims to maintain consistency in their policies, as such events were never allowed before and Holi is typically celebrated within departments and hostels.

Lajar Masih, connected with the banned Babbar Khalsa International, was arrested for planning an attack during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. His plot was foiled due to heightened security. Masih was caught with explosives and illegal firearms in a joint operation by Uttar Pradesh and Punjab police.

Tejasvi Surya, Bengaluru South MP, married Carnatic singer and Bharatanatyam artist Sivasri Skandaprasad in a ceremony blending Kannada and Tamil traditions. Their connection deepened from shared interests in music. Sivasri, a bio-engineering graduate and founder of Ahuti, has gained national recognition for her work in arts and music. PM Modi praised her Kannada rendition dedicated to Ram Temple.

Infosys mandates its workforce to work from the office for 10 days a month starting March 10, 2025, aiming to boost campus presence. System interventions will limit work-from-home days to ensure compliance with the hybrid model. Non-compliance could affect leave balances, impacting job levels 5 and below.

Raid is part of nation-wide search on the premises of SDPI offices

Nayab Singh Saini was speaking while officiating as the chief guest at the passing out parade of the 55th batch of trainee CRPF officers at their training academy in Kadarpur in Gurugram

Accused had shared the video on his WhatsApp status, claiming to have spotted a tiger near a tea estate at Karuvarakundu, an area known for frequent wildlife-related incidents, say police

The BJP MLA pointed out that a sum of ₹165 crore had been spent on the report

Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy passes the interim order on a writ petition filed by Anand Vikatan management against the blocking of public access to the entire website

Tamil Nadu Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin, speaking at a conference in September 2023, said ‘Sanatana Dharma’ is against social justice and equality and should be “eradicated”

A nostalgic 1994 video of playback singer Kalpana Raghavendar performing with her late father, T.S. Raghavendar, in Paris has resurfaced, delighting music lovers. The father-daughter duo's performance at Kalaiyamutham captivated the audience, who applauded enthusiastically. Fans praised their musical legacy, with comments celebrating their talent. Recently, Kalpana clarified an accidental overdose of sleeping pills due to stress from a disagreement with her daughter, denying any suicide attempt. She is currently under medical care and recovering.

‘A 360-degree approach to tourism is needed to boost Uttarakhand’s economy,’ says PM Modi