Times of India

The stampede at New Delhi Railway Station's Platform 13-14 has tragically claimed multiple lives, including young children, as families rushed to attend Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. Victims' relatives express anger over poor crowd management and the devastating loss of loved ones.

A 24-year-old Bengaluru woman lost nearly Rs 5.9 lakh to a fraudster posing as an astrologer on Instagram. The scammer convinced her to pay for multiple 'special pujas' to fix supposed issues in her horoscope. The woman eventually realized the deceit, demanded her money back, and approached the police. An investigation is underway.

After securing 48 out of 70 seats in a historic victory, the BJP is focused on selecting the next chief minister of Delhi. Parvesh Verma and Vijender Gupta are among the leading candidates. The BJP legislative party will meet tomorrow to finalize the decision.

The Indian Army responded to Pakistani troops' small arms fire across the LoC in Poonch. This follows recent terrorist activities, including an attack in Rajouri and a landmine explosion in Poonch. J&K witnessed several terror attacks, leading to increased counteroffensives. On Saturday, three J&K employees were dismissed for alleged terror links.

YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, faces severe backlash and death threats after making controversial remarks on comedian Samay Raina's show. Former WWE wrestler Saurav Gurjar demands strict action against Allahbadia, seeking legal consequences for his comments. Multiple FIRs have been filed, escalating the issue to the Supreme Court.

Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis defends the formation of a committee to examine legal options against 'love jihad,' citing the Supreme Court's acknowledgement and an increase in deceitful conversions. The seven-member panel aims to explore laws and recommend measures to prevent forced conversions in the state.

The IPL 2025 season will kick off with a high-octane clash between defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Eden Gardens on March 22. Eden Gardens, the home ground of IPL 2024 winners Kolkata Knight Riders, will also be the venue for the grand finale on May 25. Additionally, it will host Qualifier 2 on May 23.

Mangione, a 26-year-old Maryland resident, was taken into custody on December 9th in connection with the case. According to the fundraiser’s organizers, they have established contact with both Mangione and his lawyer. Any funds raised will go directly to Mangione or, if declined, will be redirected to legal funds supporting other defendants facing what the group describes as "politicized charges."

Pakistan's pace bowler Haris Rauf has fully recovered from a muscular strain in his lower chest and will be ready to play against New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy opener. Haris' recovery strengthens Pakistan's bowling attack as they aim to defend their title. Despite the selectors bringing in uncapped Akif Javed as cover, Haris, who is crucial to Pakistan's bowling attack with his rapid pace and wicket-taking ability during middle overs, has stayed with the squad.

Elvish Yadav faces backlash for allegedly making racist and derogatory remarks about Chum Darang during a podcast. Following criticism, he clarified that his words were misinterpreted and removed the contentious statements. Chum Darang responded, stressing the importance of respecting identities and achievements.

A Mumbai court has remanded Hitesh Mehta, a former general manager of New India Cooperative Bank, and Dharmesh Paun in police custody until February 21 for allegedly misappropriating Rs 122 crore. The Reserve Bank of India has taken control of the bank's board and imposed withdrawal restrictions amid ongoing investigations.

A US military plane landed in Amritsar, returning 116 Indian migrants deported from the US, including Daljit Singh, who described being cuffed and chained throughout the journey. Migrants, mostly from Punjab, shared distressing stories of being deceived by agents, enduring grueling travel, and high costs, only to face deportation and shattered dreams. Punjab CM promises proper treatment.

Wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant took a hit to his left knee during drills at the ICC Academy in Dubai, after being struck by a shot from Hardik Pandya. Despite initial pain and limping, Pant received medical attention, strapped his knee, and continued to the nets for practice, sharing a light moment with teammate Axar Patel. Pant was down on the ground straight away and received attention from the medical team. The youngster looked in pain when the ice pack was applied to the knee which had received a lot of damage during his horrific car crash few years back.

Team India, led by Rohit Sharma, commenced their training at the ICC Academy ahead of their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener against Bangladesh. Key players, including Virat Kohli, fine-tuned their preparations for the upcoming matches against Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand. All eyes were on star batter Virat Kohli, who spent nearly 30 minutes meticulously arranging his kitbag. He carefully inspected multiple bats before finally making his way in, dragging his signature red kit bag behind him.

India's cultural diversity is evident in the unique greetings used across various states. While 'Namaste' is widely recognized, local variations like 'Namaskaram' in Andhra Pradesh and 'Nomoskar' in Assam highlight regional traditions. States like Gujarat and Punjab invoke divine blessings through phrases like 'Jai Shri Krishna' and 'Sat Sri Akal.' These greetings underline respect, spirituality, and cultural richness.

Confusion over similar train names and multiple delays led to a deadly stampede at New Delhi Railway Station, claiming 18 lives. Miscommunication about train platforms and unexpected overcrowding were key factors, with the Ministry of Railways launching an investigation.

Nita Ambani, head of Reliance Foundation, received the Governor's Citation from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, lauding her leadership and philanthropic contributions. She attended the ceremony in a traditional Shikargah Banarasi saree, emphasizing her commitment to India's cultural heritage on an international stage.

Authorities have released the names of 18 victims, including 14 women and five children, who died in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. The chaos occurred due to overcrowding and sudden platform changes. Families gathered to claim bodies, many without postmortems. Investigations are ongoing, and compensation for victims' families has been announced.

The ninth edition of the Champions Trophy will feature the top eight ODI teams. Hosted by Pakistan and the UAE, the tournament begins on February 19, 2025. Teams are split into two groups, with the top two from each advancing to the semi-finals. The final is set for March 9, contingent on India's participation.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasized the unity of Hindu society and its role in shaping the nation, mentioning those who couldn't live with this nature formed their own country. He claimed internal betrayal, not the British, led to historical invasions and ruled over India.