Times of India

Neal Katyal, son of Indian immigrants, led the legal team that successfully challenged President Trump's global tariffs. The Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling affirmed that only Congress, not the President, holds the power to tax Americans, marking a significant victory for constitutional limits on executive authority.

President Trump signed a proclamation imposing a 10% temporary import surcharge on most goods, effective February 24 for 150 days. This action, taken under emergency powers, aims to address significant balance-of-payments deficits and encourage domestic manufacturing. Broad exemptions are included for economic necessity and national interest.

The Supreme Court invalidated Trump's tariffs, leaving billions in collected duties in limbo. While the administration previously promised refunds, the process remains unclear, with individual importers potentially needing to file lawsuits. This ruling, which affirmed Congress's power to tax, has left companies and countries awaiting further guidance.

Microsoft denies its technology is used by ICE for mass civilian surveillance, despite reports of the agency increasing its reliance on Azure cloud services. The tech giant stated its policies prohibit such use and urged clear legal guidelines for emerging tech in law enforcement. This comes amid scrutiny over government use of Microsoft's tools.

Delhi faces a terror threat alert near the Red Fort. Intelligence suggests Lashkar-e-Taiba may target a temple in Chandni Chowk with an IED. This potential strike aims to avenge a recent mosque blast in Pakistan. Prominent religious sites across India are on the group's radar. Security has been heightened in the capital's sensitive areas.

IPL franchises’ pre-season camps are scattered across India, even overseas and it underscores a worrying drift from the idea of “home.” By training and sometimes playing matches far from their base cities, teams dilute fan connection, culture, and home advantage. If cities remain interchangeable pit stops, the Indian Premier League risks becoming a travelling show with no real roots.

The T20 World Cup's Super 8 stage marks the true beginning of the tournament, with India facing a tough path in Group 1. Despite an unbeaten group stage, concerns linger over opener Abhishek Sharma's form and the team's fielding ahead of crucial matches against South Africa, Zimbabwe, and the West Indies.

​The 2026 Winter Olympics are taking place in northern Italy right now. Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo are hosting athletes from around the world. As the Games get closer to the closing ceremony, people are already looking ahead. The next Olympic host cities have been decided, and preparations are moving forward.

Cricketer Hardik Pandya celebrated Mahieka Sharma's 25th birthday with a heartfelt Instagram post featuring a romantic video. Sharma reciprocated the affection, calling Pandya her "best gift." The couple, who confirmed their relationship in October 2025, has been seen together publicly since. Pandya was previously married to Natasa Stankovic.

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A 37-year-old man allegedly fatally assaulted his 65-year-old mother in Chandrapur after an argument over bitter gourd curry. The accused, reportedly under the influence of alcohol and with a history of dependence, was arrested. The mother succumbed to her injuries at the scene.

Aristotle, a pivotal figure in Western philosophy, moved from Plato's abstract Forms to empirical observation, influencing science, ethics, and politics. He established the Lyceum, developed logic and metaphysics, and emphasized virtue and practical wisdom for achieving eudaimonia, or human flourishing. His enduring legacy lies in making philosophy practical and accessible.

Microsoft has appointed Asha Sharma as the new CEO of its gaming division, succeeding Phil Spencer. Sharma, with a background in AI and platform leadership, aims to refocus on Xbox's core audience amidst industry challenges like slowing revenue and intense competition. This significant leadership shift signals a strategic reset for Xbox.

The Union home ministry has formed a second empowered committee in West Bengal to expedite citizenship applications under the CAA. This move comes as the volume of applications has surged, particularly from the Matua community. The new committee, headed by the deputy registrar general, aims to share the workload and reduce processing times for eligible immigrants.

National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is considering a complete discontinuation of cash payments at toll plazas nationwide from April 1. This move aims to further boost digital toll collection, with cash transactions already reduced to a mere 1%. The transition is expected to enhance commuting ease by improving lane throughput and reducing congestion.