Times of India

Police in Buxar arrested a woman for murdering her eight-year-old stepdaughter by strangulation, attempting to burn the body, and concealing it in a gunny bag inside a wooden box. The child's uncle had reported her missing, leading to the woman's arrest and the discovery of the body.

Groundhog Punxsutawney Phil predicts six more weeks of winter after seeing his shadow today when he emerged from his den in western Pennsylvania. Ahead of the prediction today, Peta opposed the exploitation of Phil and proposed that Phil should retire and a vegan weather reveal cake should replace Phil. The proposed cake when cut would show one of two colors: blue, signifying six more weeks of winter, or pink, indicating an early spring.

Abhishek Sharma impressed at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium by scoring the second-fastest century by an Indian in T20Is, reaching 100 off just 37 balls with five fours and ten sixes. Abhishek's hundred came in just 10.1 overs, surpassing Quinton de Kock's previous record. The feat also made Abhishek the third-fastest ever to the hundred-run mark in T20 internationals.

Palmer Luckey, founder of Oculus and Anduril, criticizes US media for overhyping Chinese AI startup DeepSeek's claims about their low-cost AI training models. Luckey challenges the $5 million training cost figure and emphasizes the need for scrutinizing such claims to avoid damaging US companies.

Rebecca Lobach, the third pilot involved in the Blackhawk helicopter crash with an American Airlines plane, had her identity withheld due to her family's request. The crash, which resulted in no survivors, is under investigation. Conservative commentators claimed that her identity was withheld initially because her family was erasing her social media history.

Himanshu Sangwan dismisses Virat Kohli for six runs in an eventful over during a Ranji Trophy match at Arun Jaitley Stadium. Despite his brief homecoming, Kohli’s dismissal became a highlight, with Sangwan’s performance earning applause and recognition. Sangwan expresses his gratitude for the support and mentorship he's received, aspiring to play Test cricket for India.

Delhi Police assured strict legal action against men who attacked AAP's campaign van and tore down posters. Arvind Kejriwal accused Union Home Minister Amit Shah of orchestrating the incident. AAP MLA Mohinder Goyal was assaulted during a rally and hospitalized. AAP MP Sanjay Singh blamed BJP for the violence, citing frustration over impending election loss.

CPI(M) leaders M V Govindan and E P Jayarajan condemned the Union Budget 2025-26 for ignoring Kerala's key demands and accused the Centre of discriminating against the state. They criticized Union Minister of State George Kurian’s remarks suggesting Kerala declare itself backward to receive more funds.

Union minister Suresh Gopi sparked controversy by suggesting that the tribal affairs ministry should be managed by individuals from upper castes. He argued for the appointment of non-tribal leaders to improve tribal welfare, prompting backlash from opposition and tribal leaders for his remarks.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized India's consistent fiscal discipline despite not securing a rating upgrade from Moody's, which maintained India at “Baa3” with a stable outlook. She highlighted the government's commitment to debt reduction, balancing fiscal prudence, and continued public spending on key sectors.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Union Budget as the most middle-class-friendly in India's history, highlighting significant tax relief for those earning up to Rs 12 lakh. He criticized the Aam Aadmi Party for corruption and false promises, while emphasizing the BJP’s commitment to welfare measures and development.

Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad condemned the brutal murder of a Dalit girl in Uttar Pradesh, accusing the state government of failing to deliver justice. The girl's mutilated body was discovered in a field, prompting an emotional response from Prasad, who vowed to resign if justice was not served. Police have detained a suspect and formed special investigation teams.

Shein has returned to the Indian market through a new app launched by Reliance Retail, focusing on local manufacturing and strict data sovereignty. The move comes as Shein plans a potential London stock market listing and faces increased regulatory scrutiny in Europe.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) ahead of Delhi’s elections, accusing it of falling apart due to internal defections. He expressed confidence in BJP forming the next government, following several AAP leaders joining the BJP. Modi also praised the recently announced Union Budget, highlighting tax relief for the middle class.

India clinched a commanding nine-wicket victory over South Africa, defending their Women’s U19 T20 World Cup title. Restricting South Africa to 82 all out, India chased down the target in 11.2 overs. Key performances included Gongadi Trisha's 44 not out and a standout spell of 3/15, securing back-to-back titles for India’s U19 team.

Actor Ram Kapoor lost 55 kilos through a sustainable approach. He emphasizes the importance of changing one's mindset for lifelong health instead of relying on temporary diets. Kapoor advises eating only two meals a day and avoiding food after sunset. His weight loss journey highlights the significance of gradual, consistent progress and overall well-being.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced significant tax relief in the Union Budget, raising the nil-tax threshold to Rs 12 lakh, relieving nearly 1 crore taxpayers. She also extended the time frame for filing updated returns to 48 months. The changes signify the government's response to middle-class concerns and aim to ease bureaucratic hurdles in taxing regimes.

OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman admitted that the company has been too secretive about its AI technology. While he supports greater transparency, it's not OpenAI's top priority. Competitors like DeepSeek are thriving with open-source strategies, challenging established firms to balance intellectual property protection with collaborative innovation. This shift could reshape the competitive landscape in AI development.

India clinched their second T20 World Cup title in 2024, defeating South Africa by seven runs in a thrilling final. Rohit Sharma's team remained undefeated throughout the tournament, with impressive performances in batting, bowling, and fielding. The victory marked India's first ICC trophy since 2013.