Times of India

BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla stated that resuming India-Pakistan cricket ties depends on the Indian government’s approval. He emphasized the teams should play on each other's soil, not neutral venues. Shukla mentioned the ICC's provision about government consent and rebutted claims of India’s advantage in the Champions Trophy due to venue allocation.

President Trump has proposed a 'golden dome' missile defense shield, inspired by Israel's Iron Dome, to protect the US from advanced aerial threats. He emphasized the use of state-of-the-art technology and urged Congress for funding, aiming to ensure national security against ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missile attacks.

Tesla has signed a five-year lease to open its first showroom in Mumbai, located in the Maker Maxity building near Bandra Kurla Complex. The company will pay approximately $446,000 in rent for 4,003 square feet. Initially delayed by regulatory hurdles, Tesla resumed its efforts last year to establish a retail presence in India's fast-growing car market.

International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8, honors women's significant contributions in various roles. The day acknowledges gender equality progress and aims to empower women worldwide. The article also lists inspiring wishes, messages, and quotes to celebrate and encourage the amazing women in our lives.

The RBI will inject ₹1.9 lakh crore liquidity into the banking system through open market operations (OMOs) and USD/INR swaps in March. It plans ₹1 lakh crore OMO purchases in two tranches on March 12 and 18, alongside a $10 billion forex swap on March 24. The central bank assures continued monitoring of liquidity conditions and readiness for further measures to ensure financial stability.

President Trump’s tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico—25% on imports from Canada and Mexico, 20% on Chinese goods—have triggered a full-scale trade war. Retaliatory tariffs from these nations threaten higher consumer prices, economic losses, and supply chain disruptions. Key industries like retail, agriculture, and automotive face significant risks. Experts warn of GDP decline and inflation, while uncertainty looms over whether tariffs will persist or force policy reversals.

Pakistani security forces captured Mohammad Sharifullah, a top IS-K commander linked to the deadly Kabul airport bombing in 2021. This operation, announced by President Trump, could improve US-Pakistan ties as IS-K intensifies its attacks. The arrest highlights Pakistan’s commitment to counterterrorism and may aid in restoring US security assistance programs.

Virat Kohli's outstanding 84-run performance against Australia in the Champions Trophy semifinal has elevated him to fourth in the ICC ODI rankings for batters. Shubman Gill retains the top spot while Rohit Sharma drops to fifth. Notable performances by Axar Patel and Mohamed Shami also reflect in their improved rankings.

The United States has paused military and intelligence aid to Ukraine after a disagreement between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy. Despite this, Zelenskyy emphasized his commitment to peace and expressed gratitude for past American support, highlighting the importance of US-provided Javelins for Ukraine's defense.

US President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of reciprocal tariffs starting April 2025 on countries with higher duties on American exports. This move will significantly impact Asian economies - but how vulnerable is India? What will be the impact of Trump's tariff move? We take a look:

Pakistan's cricket team has seen a significant decline in performance over the past decade, struggling in major tournaments and undergoing frequent changes in leadership. The instability within the Pakistan Cricket Board and inconsistent domestic structures have contributed to this downfall, highlighting the need for a stable administration and proper player development.

The entertainment world is abuzz with Virat Kohli's Player of the Match honor causing regret among Anushka Sharma's past critics, Shilpa Shetty and Akshay Kumar's nostalgic dance, and Kangana Ranaut defending Rashmika Mandanna against political remarks. Controversies include Javed Akhtar's response to body-shaming claims and BLACKPINK's Jennie facing plagiarism accusations.

Unsurprisingly, “America” makes its way onto the list, appearing 36 times in the speech. It’s no revelation that Trump is a maestro of American exceptionalism, but what’s interesting is how he pairs “America” with words like “back,” “winning,” and “unstoppable.” This isn’t just a country in his narrative—it’s a force of nature, a juggernaut reclaiming its glory.

USCIS has proposed a rule to collect social media identifiers from applicants seeking immigration benefits, such as citizenship, green cards, and asylum. This aims to enhance national security and vetting procedures. Forms like the I-485 for green card adjustments are affected, while H-1B entry forms are not. Public comments are invited within 60 days.

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy is restructuring the company by reducing middle management and empowering individual employees to take on more responsibilities. This initiative aims to improve efficiency by cutting down excessive meetings and enhancing decision-making ownership. Jassy plans to increase the ratio of individual contributors to managers by 15% by 2025 amid ongoing return-to-office mandates.