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An advisory committee advised strict penalties for men who proxy for elected women in gram panchayats. Recommendations include capacity-building for women leaders, reporting mechanisms for proxy cases, and leveraging technology for real-time support and monitoring of women's participation.

In Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, a 14-year-old boy attempted to rape and subsequently murdered a 4-year-old girl after luring her with chocolates. The accused, influenced by watching porn, was arrested following the discovery of the victim's body and CCTV evidence linking him to the crime.

In a controversial move, the Trump administration has approved a $397 million package for Pakistan's F-16 fighter jet fleet, while offering India the advanced F-35 Lightning II jet. This dual approach aims to recalibrate South Asia's power dynamics, but raises concerns about Pakistan's potential misuse of the F-16s.

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor backed Kerala unit chief K Sudhakaran amid reports of rift, highlighting significant victories under his leadership. Tharoor encouraged unity within the party. Sudhakaran deferred to the party's high command on his position, while denying any controversy regarding his commitment. Speculations intensified with Sudhakaran's recent interactions and requests for role clarification.

The entertainment world is abuzz with major updates! From Govinda and his wife Sunita Ahuja filing for divorce six months ago to Shah Rukh Khan’s family temporarily moving out of Mannat and Aruna Irani’s injury in Bangkok—here are the top five entertainment stories of the day that have everyone talking!

Amit Shah’s assertion comes a day after Stalin called for an all-party meeting on March 5 to discuss the consequences of the exercise.

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has rejoined the team in Dubai after attending to a personal emergency. Morkel's return comes as the team prepares for their final group-stage match against New Zealand. India has already secured a spot in the tournament's semifinals with dominant wins over Bangladesh and Pakistan.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath lauded PM Narendra Modi and all contributors for the successful conclusion of Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, where over 662.1 million devotees participated. The event showcased unity and faith through its well-organized holy dips over 45 days.

Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) is a rare disease that affects red blood cells, causing symptoms like dark urine, fatigue, and unexplained bruising. Early diagnosis is challenging due to non-specific symptoms, but awareness is crucial. Advances in treatments have significantly improved survival rates, highlighting the importance of recognizing symptoms and seeking medical advice promptly.

The Philadelphia 76ers will face the New York Knicks on February 26, 2025. Key players including Joel Embiid, Kyle Lowry, and others are injured, affecting their performance and playoff chances. The game is crucial as the Sixers aim to break their eight-game losing streak and keep their slim postseason hopes alive.

During an appearance on Fox News’ Jesse Watters Primetime, Gabbard explained: “They were brazen in using an NSA platform intended for professional use to conduct this kind of really, really horrific behaviour.”

Former India cricketer Wasim Jaffer believes Virat Kohli has the potential to surpass Sachin Tendulkar's record of 100 international centuries, crediting his current form and fitness. Jaffer and former South Africa opener Herschelle Gibbs both emphasize Kohli's remaining years in cricket and laud Shubman Gill as a rising star in Indian cricket.

Celebrity MasterChef featured a pasta challenge set by Ranveer Brar, testing the contestants' culinary skills. Notable moments included Gaurav Khanna winning the first task and Archana's dish causing a mishap, highlighting the competition's unpredictable nature. The judges emphasized the importance of serious cooking and learning from experienced chefs.

Congress leader Supriya Shrinate said there had always been a battle of supremacy between the BJP and the JDU and every time Nitish Kumar picks up his phone, the BJP gets apprehensive about whom he's probably calling. The Congress leader was reacting to the induction of seven BJP MLAs to Nitish Kumar's cabinet.

Seven BJP MLAs joined the Bihar cabinet led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. The induction brings the cabinet to its maximum legal strength of 36 members. The new ministers were administered oaths by Governor Arif Mohammad Khan.

A 26-year-old woman was allegedly raped inside a parked state transport bus at Swargate bus stand, close to a police station. Suspect Dattatraya Ramdas Gade, with previous theft and chain snatching cases, was identified and multiple police teams pursued him. The incident caused political backlash over ineffective crime management.

Afghanistan's star batter Ibrahim Zadran made history in the ICC Champions Trophy by scoring 177 runs off 146 balls, the highest individual score, against England in Lahore. This surpasses Ben Duckett's 165 earlier in the tournament. Zadran's remarkable innings included 12 boundaries and six sixes, making it a standout performance in the competition.