Times of India

Virat Kohli has revealed a new hairstyle ahead of IPL 2025, showcasing a side fade and signature quiff. His sharply groomed beard enhances his sophisticated and commanding presence. Known for his style both on and off the field, Kohli continues to set grooming trends, inspiring fans ahead of the cricket season.

Mumbai Indians advanced to their second Women's Premier League final after beating Gujarat Giants by 47 runs in the Eliminator. Nat Sciver-Brunt and Hayley Matthews scored 77 runs each, powering Mumbai to a total of 213 for four. Despite some resistance from Gujarat, Mumbai maintained their dominance, setting up a final against Delhi Capitals.

Yamuna's water quality has significantly deteriorated, with a marked increase in faecal coliform levels. The decline is attributed to substantial sewage discharge and inadequate functioning of sewage treatment plants (STPs). Key locations show dangerously high levels of pollution, exceeding safety limits.

Distilleries in Tamil Nadu allegedly siphoned off Rs 1,000 crore in collaboration with bottle-making companies through inflated expenses and bogus purchases, as revealed by ED. The funds were paid to Tasmac officials as kickbacks to secure more supply orders and manipulate tenders, leading to high profits.

Devotees at Sri Kshetra Gejjegiri in Puttur protested after a textile showroom in Mangaluru supplied used and damaged saris for their annual festival. The temple distributed these saris to women devotees as part of a ritual. The shop owner promised to replace the defective saris, attributing the issue to a factory in Surat.

The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) claims it still holds hostages from the Jaffar Express, contrary to Pakistan military's statement of resolving the crisis. BLA alleges the military deceived the public and asserts ongoing conflict after Pakistan reported freeing 340 passengers, amid conflicting death toll reports.

Deputy CM DK Shivakumar has outlined an ambitious strategy to tackle Bengaluru's severe traffic congestion, including double-decker flyovers, tunnel roads, and elevated corridors. Key projects like the Peripheral Ring Road remain pending, while a substantial budget has been allocated for road improvements. Past infrastructural decisions are blamed for current woes, with new funding being secured to accelerate developments.

Dinesh Karthik praised Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for their match-winning performances in the ICC Champions Trophy and T20 World Cup finals, despite their prior form. He dismissed rumours of Rohit's retirement, lauding his legacy as a captain. Karthik expressed confidence in Yashasvi Jaiswal and Varun Chakaravarthy, and highlighted Shreyas Iyer's consistency under pressure.

Solo Polyamory is a growing dating trend where individuals have multiple romantic partners without committing to any one of them. This lifestyle focuses on personal freedom and self-reliance, appealing to those who avoid conventional relationships. Despite the attraction to independence, participants might eventually face loneliness and a lack of deep connections impacting their mental well-being.

In Babupur village, UP's Shahjahanpur, a class 5 student was fatally shot by a villager, Veerpal, and his son, Akash, after they mistook him for a thief while he was guarding his family's crop field. The incident occurred as the boy delivered dinner to his father. Both accused have been arrested and charged with murder.

Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticized Tamil Nadu's CM MK Stalin for removing the rupee symbol from the state budget's logo, labeling it as an act of regional chauvinism. The Tamil Nadu government replaced the symbol to oppose the Centre's three-language policy under NEP, intensifying the ongoing language dispute.

Security measures in Sambhal, UP were heightened ahead of Holi. Shahi Jama Masjid and nine other mosques along the procession route were covered with tarpaulins to prevent colors from reaching religious sites. Over 1,000 people were bound down as a precautionary measure to maintain peace. Officials and community representatives ensured communal harmony.

Harry Brook has been banned from the IPL for two seasons after pulling out of the 2025 edition. The BCCI enforces a two-year ban for overseas players who withdraw after being picked at the auction. Brook opted out to focus on his England career and recharge after a busy period, apologizing to Delhi Capitals and their fans.

A 10-year study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that individuals in Japan who quit alcohol experienced higher levels of LDL or 'bad' cholesterol and lower levels of HDL or 'good' cholesterol, compared to those who continued drinking. Researchers suggest monitoring lipid profile changes for effective cardiovascular disease risk management, while experts caution about the study's methodology.

Celebrate this year’s Holi with all your friends and family, and forward them a lovely special from our curated Holi wishes and messages list. Make their day more blissful, filled with colours of joy and happiness.

A 32-year-old man in Connecticut was rescued after setting his house on fire to escape 20 years of captivity and abuse by his stepmother, Kimberly Sullivan. Having been held in an unheated, airless room, he endured severe malnutrition and unsanitary conditions. Sullivan faces charges including cruelty and kidnapping. The victim was found weighing less than 70 pounds.