Times of India

India's Champions Trophy selection faces scrutiny with the injury of key pacer Jasprit Bumrah and opting for a spin-heavy attack. Coach Gautam Gambhir's risky strategy includes five spinners and a new pacer Harshit Rana, raising questions about the balance and experience of the squad in the upcoming tournament.

SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket with 23 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The launch, initially scheduled for February 10, was delayed by a day. The rocket’s first stage landed successfully on a drone ship, while the upper stage deployed the satellites. This mission is part of SpaceX's effort to provide global high-speed internet.

Five senior students at the Government Nursing College in Kottayam were arrested and suspended for ragging first-year students since November. The brutal acts included stripping, physical torture, and extortion. The juniors filed a complaint, detailing the abuses after being encouraged by their parents. The investigation is led by Gandhi Nagar SHO T Sreejith.

Actor-turned-politician K Chiranjeevi expressed his wish for his son, Ram Charan, to have a boy to continue the family's legacy, causing mixed reactions on social media. Many criticized his remarks as reinforcing outdated gender biases, while some fans defended them as lighthearted banter. Chiranjeevi currently has granddaughters from his daughters and a granddaughter from Ram Charan.

A drunk UK man racially abused Indian-origin passengers on a London to Manchester train, citing England's colonial past and making offensive remarks about immigrants. Gabrielle Forsyth, one of the abused passengers, shared her experience online and reported the incident to British Police.

Notorious gangster Bhagaapa Harijan was murdered near his home in Karnataka, with police suspecting a group attack. Harijan, involved in several criminal cases, had a violent history in the Bheema river basin region. Despite his 2007 arrest, his legacy persisted. Authorities are working to apprehend the culprits and hope to end the gang wars in the area.

Meta's CEO, Mark Zuckerberg, revealed he faced potential death while in Pakistan due to a lawsuit over alleged blasphemy linked to Facebook. Despite balancing free expression with local regulations, increasing pressure from global content regulation remains a significant challenge for tech companies.

Elon Musk criticized Judge John Bates' ruling to reinstate government web pages removed under Trump's order on gender ideology. This decision, which deemed the removal likely illegal, faced backlash from conservatives like Senator Mike Lee. The controversy centers on removed medical information essential for Doctors for America members.

Freestyle Chess, created by German entrepreneur Jan Henric Buettner and endorsed by Magnus Carlsen, introduces excitement into chess with randomised starting positions and faster gameplay. The tournament has quickly gained traction among top players worldwide, offering a Grand Slam-style point system and open qualifiers. Carlsen’s vision aims to revolutionize and popularize the game globally.

US President Trump's suspension of USAID funding has disrupted global humanitarian and development efforts, opening doors for China to increase its influence in aid-dependent regions. The freeze has stalled projects and worsened crises, with China stepping in to fill the gap left by the US.

Delhi Police have launched a search operation for AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan, accused of leading an attack on police and aiding an escape in Jamia Nagar. An FIR includes charges under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita. Both Khan and the escapee, Shavez Khan, remain untraceable as police continue their investigations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's aircraft received a terror threat ahead of his US visit, as reported by Mumbai Police. The call warning of a potential attack was made to the police control room on February 11, prompting an investigation. This is not the first such threat received, with a similar threat issued in December last year.

Veteran politician Sharad Pawar praised deputy CM Eknath Shinde for his efforts in bridging political divides and leading inclusive governance. Shinde was honored with the Mahadji Shinde Rashtriya Gaurav Award for his decisive leadership and commitment to Maharashtra's development.

Bahlul Lodhi's tomb in Chirag Dilli, protected by the Archaeological Survey of India, is suffering from urban encroachment and misuse. Despite repairs, parts of the structure have deteriorated. The site is filled with garbage and is used for smoking and drinking. The ASI board warning against misuse has ironically turned into a cycle stand.

Kailashi Bai Kachhawa, sarpanch of Daata panchayat in Neemuch district, has been removed from her post after allegedly transferring her responsibilities to Suresh Garasiya by signing a Rs 500 stamp paper agreement. Despite her denial, a probe confirmed the act. The agreement indicated Garasiya would handle all sarpanch duties, including key government schemes, till the end of her tenure.

The Chhattisgarh High Court acquitted a man convicted of rape and other charges, ruling that sexual acts by a husband with his adult wife, including without her consent, cannot be considered rape or an offence. The court cited amendments to Section 375 IPC and the Navtej Singh Johar case in its judgment, ordering the man's release.

Amid controversy over Ranveer Allahbadia's inappropriate comments on parents and sex, a parliamentary panel plans to address social media regulations. The National Commission for Women has summoned Allahbadia and other content creators for a hearing. Members demand stricter guidelines for content on social media platforms.

A 52-year-old teacher has been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping and impregnating a student after eloping with her. The repeat offender, Dhaval Trivedi, was already serving a life sentence for a similar past crime and committed the offense again while out on furlough.