Times of India

A deputy GM at NTPC's Keredari coal mines was shot dead in Jharkhand’s Hazaribag district, likely due to coal mining mafia involvement. Kumar Gaurav was ambushed while on his way to work. He is the fourth official killed in Jharkhand's coal sector in five years. Police detained six people and launched a special investigation.

Gaurav Ahuja was arrested after being caught urinating in public and flashing morning walkers in Pune. Social activist Vijay Kumbhar shared the video, which led to public outrage. Ahuja later surrendered to the Karad city police. An FIR has been registered against him and his friend Bhagyash Prakash Oswal under various sections of the law.

Villagers in Burhanpur, MP, driven by rumours and recent movie influence, commenced digging near Asirgarh Fort in hopes of finding Mughal-era gold. The authorities intervened amidst growing chaos and have cordoned off the area, suspecting illegal excavation activities. Archaeological experts are set to evaluate the site.

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announced plans to amend the law to introduce death penalty for forced religious conversion of girls, during an International Women's Day event. The government aims to incorporate the death penalty clause in the Madhya Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act, continuing strict measures against rape and conversion.

Lajar Masih, a BKI terrorist arrested for planning blasts at Mahakumbh, revealed his involvement with Pakistan's ISI and drug trade operations. Radicalized via social media, Masih smuggled arms into India using drones and attacked police outposts in Punjab. His connections include terrorists in Germany, the US, and Qatar, as well as a local drug mafia.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw urges major Indian tech firms TCS, Infosys, and Wipro to develop a mobile operating system for India. Emphasizing India's goal to be a tech leader, he highlights the launch of the AI Compute Portal and the nation's commitment to building foundational AI models.

In Sidhi district, MP, a man killed his wife in a fit of anger and later died by suicide. The shock led his grieving grandfather to immolate himself on the pyre of his grandson and daughter-in-law. Police have registered cases of unnatural death and murder.

Six MBBS doctors at Government Medical College, Bhavnagar kidnapped and assaulted three interns over an offending Instagram post. Police registered two FIRs, charging them with various offences. The college's anti-ragging committee held an urgent meeting and suspended four of the accused.

J&K's government disclosed a significant debt of Rs 1.25 lakh crore, equating to 52% of the state's GSDP. This debt exceeds the state's budget and includes various loans and liabilities. The economic survey for 2024-25 reveals the extent of outstanding liabilities and fiscal challenges faced by the territory.

The US State Department issued a travel advisory warning against travel to areas near the India-Pakistan border, the Line of Control, and the provinces of Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to terrorism and potential for armed conflict. Americans are specifically advised to avoid these regions because of frequent terrorist attacks.

Rohini Khadse, NCP state women's wing president, has appealed to President Droupadi Murmu, asking for permission for women to commit one murder. She expressed concerns about women's safety and criticized the government's inaction. Khadse's request aims to highlight the need for stringent laws and societal change to protect women from harassment and violence.

Sandalwood actor Ranya Rao was caught at Kempegowda International Airport smuggling 14.2kg of gold from Dubai, evading duties worth Rs 4.8 crore. Legal experts emphasize that paying a penalty would not suffice, as smuggling is a non-compoundable offence under the Customs Act.

The IMD has issued a heatwave warning for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad from March 9 to March 12. Temperatures have been rising significantly, with day temperatures recorded above normal. A high-pressure system is delaying the sea breeze, causing prolonged dry land breezes and further temperature spikes expected.

A family of three, denied boarding a British Airways flight to the US due to a payment issue, won compensation of Rs 1.2 lakh in a consumer court. Despite paying over Rs 3 lakh for tickets via the travel agency CheapOair, their booking was suspended without notification. The court held both the airline and agency accountable for negligence and harassment.

Bombay High Court has granted bail to a woman who had allegedly singed her niece for spending money on chocolate instead of food. The court noted that the woman had been in jail for more than four years with no progress in her trial and ordered her release on a Rs 30,000 personal bond.

Former Pakistan pacer Junaid Khan claims India has an unfair advantage in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to less travel. India head coach Gautam Gambhir calls these claims baseless. India remains unbeaten in the tournament and will face New Zealand in the final match. New Zealand has a favorable record against India in knockout matches.

Elon Musk acknowledged International Women's Day with a tribute to mothers, emphasizing the importance of their role. Musk shared a heartfelt post featuring his mother, Maye Musk, highlighting their close relationship and her influence on his life and career.

Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav announced provisions for capital punishment for those involved in religious conversions. Congress leader Arif Masood demanded clarity on what constitutes forced conversion and criticized the CM for inadequate action on missing girls' cases. The Madhya Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act, 2021, criminalizes unlawful religious conversions with strict penalties.

In Dubai, Indian cricketers underwent a light practice session at the Dubai International Stadium, while captain Rohit Sharma and vice-captain Shubman Gill trained separately at the ICC Academy. As India prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy final, the focus remains on winning the title, with potential retirements of senior players like Rohit, Kohli, Jadeja and Shami looming.