Times of India

Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated with gratitude, prayer, and generosity towards the needy. Muslims worldwide come together to offer special prayers, enjoy festive meals, and exchange gifts. This year, it will be observed from the evening of March 31, 2025, to April 1, 2025.

Yograj Singh, former cricketer, defended India’s senior players, including Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, urging patience amidst their rough patch. Meanwhile, Rohit was seen boating in Jamnagar, following Mumbai Indians' poor start in IPL 2025. MI's skipper Hardik Pandya and bowler Jasprit Bumrah's availability remains uncertain, with Bumrah making progress at the BCCI Centre of Excellence.

Force Motors has secured an order to supply 2,978 Force Gurkha units to the Indian Defence Forces, marking a significant milestone. The Gurkha, available in three-door and five-door versions and powered by a 2.6-litre diesel engine, offers updated features and a best-in-class ground clearance, making it suitable for military operations and rough terrains.

In a surprising move, LSG captain Rishabh Pant opted to bowl first against SRH in their IPL 2025 match, trusting his team’s chasing capabilities. Pant believes early wickets will be crucial against SRH’s formidable batting lineup. LSG's middle-order inconsistency remains a concern, but Pant remains confident in his tactics. Whether this decision succeeds remains to be seen.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the West Bengal government of obstructing border security measures by not providing land for fencing and aiding illegal immigrants. He emphasized the need for stricter immigration laws for national security and highlighted India's role in providing refuge historically. The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, was passed in the Lok Sabha.

The US has regained its position as the global leader in billionaires, surpassing China after a decade with 870 billionaires. India ranks third with 284 billionaires. New York remains the billionaire capital of the world, while Shanghai tops in Asia. Key sectors driving billionaire growth include Financial Services, Media & Entertainment, and Healthcare.

The Indian government has raised concerns with the US about the need to respect the religious sensitivities and food preferences of Indian nationals being deported. The government emphasized humane treatment, particularly condemning the use of shackles on women deportees. Recent deportations have led to a national outcry, highlighting broader US immigration enforcement practices.

The European Union has urged its 450 million citizens to maintain emergency supplies for at least 72 hours amidst rising risks from warfare, digital attacks, and health crises. Essential items include food, water, and medical supplies. The EU also calls for a strategic reserve, highlighting the need for improved emergency coordination among member states.

In Being and Nothingness, Jean-Paul Sartre argued that human existence is not defined by what we are, but by what we project ourselves toward. We are not fixed beings—we are always becoming, shaping our identities through imagined futures, chosen selves, and ideal versions of who we might be. In this sense, every Ghibli-style portrait is more than stylised nostalgia; it’s existential projection—a quiet act of longing. AI does not merely render an image; it renders a desire—like what we might see in the Mirror of Erised from the Harry Potter universe, which shows our deepest wants.

WWE SmackDown will take place at O2 Arena in London on March 28, 2025, featuring two major championship matches: LA Knight vs Braun Strowman for the United States Championship and The Street Profits vs Pretty Deadly for the Tag Team Championship. Additionally, there's a triple-threat contract signing with CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and Seth Rollins for WrestleMania 41.

At least eight people were killed in two separate attacks in southwestern Pakistan. Assailants targeted bus travellers and security personnel in Balochistan based on ethnic background and detonated a motorcycle bomb near a police vehicle. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attacks.

Luis Suarez, currently playing for Inter Miami, recently met NBA star Stephen Curry at a Miami Heat game. Suarez, a frequent attendee of NBA events, enjoyed VIP access and connected with Curry, highlighting the crossover appeal between football and basketball. The encounter occurred as Suarez takes a break before Inter Miami's upcoming MLS match against Philadelphia Union.

BIS conducted raids on Amazon and Flipkart warehouses in Delhi and Tamil Nadu, confiscating thousands of substandard products lacking mandatory ISI marks. Items worth approximately Rs 70 lakh and Rs 36 lakh were seized from Amazon and Flipkart, respectively. The raids are part of a nationwide initiative to ensure compliance with quality standards and protect consumers.

Shreyas Iyer is expected to regain his BCCI central contract for the 2024-25 season after an impressive performance. Ishan Kishan's contract status is still under discussion. Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Ravindra Jadeja will likely remain in the highest category. Axar Patel may be promoted. Varun Chakravarthy, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and Abhishek Sharma are set to receive their first contracts.

KL Rahul has joined his new franchise, Delhi Capitals, after missing the season opener against Lucknow Super Giants due to the birth of his first child. In a viral video, he humorously mimicked DC mentor Kevin Pietersen, delighting the team. Acquired for Rs 12 crore, Rahul is set to make his debut for DC.