Times of India

India will face New Zealand in the 2025 Champions Trophy final at the Dubai International Stadium on March 9. Both teams took different routes to the final, with India's strong spin attack and reliable top order being key. The Dubai pitch favours spinners, promising a low-scoring match, with 270-280 being a competitive total.

The Gauhati High Court has granted anticipatory bail to YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani in connection with a case involving his show, India's Got Latent. Chanchlani's legal team argued his cooperation with the investigation, leading to the decision. The FIR included serious allegations under various laws.

The Delhi government approved the Mahila Samridhi Yojana on Women's Day, providing Rs 2,500 to women from economically weaker sections. With a budget allocation of Rs 5100 crores, women earning up to Rs 2.5 lakh annually and aged 18-60 years are eligible.

The CBI, in collaboration with the DRI, has initiated an investigation into gold smuggling operations at various Indian airports. This follows the arrest of Kannada actress Ranya Rao with 14.2 kg of gold at Bengaluru Airport. The Karnataka government plans to revise airport protocol services to prevent misuse.

Elon Musk has called for 'fair competition' in the Indian telecom market, reacting to the telecom majors' request to equalise spectrum pricing for satellite services.

Ravi Shastri predicts a close match between India and New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final, giving India a slight edge. He highlights the crucial roles of players like Kohli, Williamson, Santner, and Ravindra. Shastri believes all-rounders like Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, and Glenn Phillips could be game-changers in the final matchup.

Two women, an Israeli tourist and a homestay operator, were raped near Sanapur Lake close to Hampi, while a male tourist from Odisha was found dead after being pushed into a canal by the attackers. They were approached by three bike-borne men who first asked for petrol and later turned violent when refused money.

President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rahul Gandhi, and Amit Shah extend their greetings on International Women's Day, highlighting the significant contributions and achievements of women. They stress the importance of gender equality, women's empowerment, and recognize women's roles in shaping the nation's progress.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut criticized the Maharashtra government on Women's Day for not addressing crimes against women. He highlighted recent incidents such as the rape cases in Pune and Buldhana, questioning the celebration of such international days without substantive action to protect women.

Poet Javed Akhtar supports cricketer Mohammed Shami after criticism for not observing 'Roza' during Ramzan, urging him to ignore detractors. Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi had called Shami a criminal for drinking water during a match. Shami's performance, however, helped India secure a win during the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal match against Australia.

Toronto police are investigating a shooting at a Scarborough pub on Friday night, which injured at least 11 people. The suspect remains at large as the victims, sustaining injuries ranging from minor to critical, were taken to trauma centers. An ongoing investigation is underway.

Delhi law minister Kapil Mishra's plea challenging a trial court's order on his alleged model code of conduct violation was dismissed by Rouse Avenue court. Mishra is accused of promoting enmity through statements deemed inflammatory, linking the elections to an India versus Pakistan contest.

In celebration of International Women's Day, the Central Railways operates the Vande Bharat Express between CSMT and Shirdi with an all-women crew. This initiative includes loco pilots, train managers, and other staff, showcasing the efforts to empower women in the Indian Railways.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to women's strength and contributions on International Women's Day. He handed over his social media platforms to women achievers from various fields, including Chess Grandmaster Vaishali Rameshbabu, nuclear scientist Elina Mishra, and space scientist Shilpi Soni, to showcase their accomplishments.

Waqar Younis responded to Mohammad Hafeez's claims that 1990s stars failed to inspire future generations by highlighting the accomplishments of himself and Wasim Akram. Hafeez had criticized their inability to win ICC events, stating that later victories, such as the 2009 T20 World Cup and 2017 Champions Trophy, provided real inspiration.

Twenty US states, led by Maryland's Attorney General, are suing federal agencies over the Trump administration's dismissal of federal probationary workers. The states claim the mass firings are unlawful and will negatively impact state economies by increasing unemployment and reducing tax revenue.

Sebi has issued a cautionary letter to Nestle India over alleged insider trading violated by a high-ranking official. Nestle reassures that this incident will not hinder its financial and operational activities. Sebi's regulations aim to ensure fair market practices and protect common investors' interests.

Actor Gene Hackman, 95, died of heart disease last month, while his wife, Betsy Arakawa, 65, passed away a week earlier due to hantavirus. The virus, commonly linked to rodent droppings, led to her fatal lung infection. Their bodies were discovered in their home in Santa Fe.