Times of India

Elon Musk, one of the world's wealthiest individuals, attributes his success to a rigorous daily routine. His habits include six hours of sleep, intense focus using the Pomodoro technique, regular exercise, nightly planning, and consistent reading. These practices collectively enhance his productivity and strategic thinking.

Anti-Israel protesters took over Barnard College, demanding the reinstatement of students expelled for disrupting a Columbia University lecture. They allegedly assaulted a staff member, leading to hospitalisation. Despite an attempt at negotiations, they vandalised the building and planned to resume protests.

An incident involving the alleged rape of a woman at Pune's Swargate bus terminus highlights severe security issues, despite its location near a police station. Open access, lack of monitoring, and unattended buses contribute to chaos and insecurity. Commuters demand increased vigilance, especially after the crime points out the failure of previous safety measures.

Maharashtra politics continue to intrigue as Uddhav Thackeray's Sena extends praises to CM Fadnavis, hinting at warming relations with BJP, amid alliance partner Shinde's growing dissatisfaction rumours. Fadnavis's CM position and BJP's dominance in recent elections further shifted power dynamics.

In 2023, Diya Chitale's dream of competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics was shattered by a foot injury. However, she made a triumphant comeback by winning the Senior National Table Tennis Championships in 2025. Diya now aims to break into the top 50 world rankings, with hopes of securing an Olympic medal for India.

Members of the Meitei organisation 'Arambai Tengol' surrendered their arms after meeting with Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, aiming to restore peace. The surrender followed discussions about specific terms and conditions. This development has sparked criticism from Kuki organisations, amid ongoing ethnic tensions in Manipur.

Scientists suggest that ancient volcanic eruptions might have played a crucial role in oxygenating Earth. By studying nitrogen isotopes in stromatolites, they found that volcanoes provided essential nutrients for early microbes. This volcanic activity could have driven microbial processes, eventually leading to oxygen production, shedding new light on the origins of life.

The Pakistan vs. Bangladesh Champions Trophy match on Thursday was abandoned due to relentless rain, concluding Pakistan's first ICC tournament on home soil in 29 years without a win. Both teams share a point from the fixture, ending their campaigns winless. This is the second washout in Rawalpindi during the tournament, following the abandoned match between South Africa and Australia earlier this week.

Pakistan's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 campaign ended in disappointment as they were eliminated in the group stage after losses to New Zealand and India. Their final group-stage match against Bangladesh was washed out by rain. Pakistan finished last in Group A, earning a total of $265,000. The early exit has left fans and authorities deeply disappointed.

The teaser for Salman Khan's film 'Sikandar,' directed by AR Murugadoss, has been released, showcasing an action-packed and intense cinematic experience. The film features Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna in their first collaboration and is set for a worldwide release on March 28, 2025.

Bank holidays in March 2025 will affect various cities and states due to regional festivals and observances. Customers should plan financial transactions in advance as banks will be closed on specific dates, but ATMs, mobile banking, and internet banking services will remain available.

A Delhi court requests 26/11 trial records from Mumbai following the US approval of Tahawwur Rana's extradition. Rana, convicted in the US for aiding Lashkar-e-Taiba, is wanted in India for facilitating the 2008 Mumbai attacks. His extradition follows the US Supreme Court's rejection of his appeal.

The Ministry of External Affairs is addressing the case of Indian student Neelam Shinde, hospitalized after an accident in the US. The US authorities are expediting visa formalities for her father, Tanaji Shinde, to visit her urgently. Nationalist Congress Party's Supriya Sule has requested the external affairs minister to assist in this matter.

South Korean shipbuilder HD Hyundai Heavy Industries is planning to establish a shipyard in India to meet local demand. A delegation visited Tamil Nadu and met with L&T, and similar discussions are ongoing with Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.

Technicolor, a notable VFX and animation company, is shutting down its U.S. operations, impacting thousands of employees, particularly in India. Employees have not received their February salaries, and the situation remains uncertain as the company struggles financially and operationally to sustain its workforce and projects.

Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead at their Santa Fe home, along with their dog. Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza stated that no foul play is suspected. Hackman, a two-time Oscar winner, was known for his remarkable contributions to cinema.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin criticizes the BJP-led central govt for its 'anti-Hindi' stance, claiming the push for Hindi dominance endangers regional languages. Stalin argues that native languages in North India are becoming relics and denounces the three-language policy as a threat to Tamil culture. BJP leader Soundarajan accuses the DMK of hypocrisy on the language issue.

A 26-year-old woman was allegedly raped inside a parked bus at Pune’s Swargate bus depot in the early hours of February 25. Maharashtra's transport minister has ordered a departmental inquiry and multiple law enforcement teams are actively searching for the accused, with a Rs 1 lakh reward announced.