Times of India

A six-year-old girl's murder case saw her stepfather acquitted by the Supreme Court. The court found the evidence weak, citing a botched investigation. The stepfather was the last person seen with the child. His statement leading to the discovery of her remains was deemed inadmissible. The court highlighted the lack of corpus delicti and specified time of death.

Saudi Arabia has temporarily become India's top crude oil supplier, with imports reaching their highest since November 2019. February saw nearly 1-1.1 million barrels per day arriving from the West Asian nation, surpassing Russia. This shift occurs amid US pressure on India to reduce Russian crude purchases, though analysts anticipate a short-term stabilization.

US Ambassador Sergio Gor stated India committed to not buying Russian oil as President Trump seeks to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Gor also revealed active negotiations for India to procure Venezuelan oil, with an interim trade deal imminent. India's foreign ministry emphasized its energy policy is driven by national interest.

Despite their historic rivalry, the Canadiens and Maple Leafs might consider a trade before the March 6 deadline. Montreal seeks calculated reinforcements for their playoff push, while Toronto, facing a potential pivot to selling, could offer veteran depth. This strategic alignment could see rivals conduct rare business, benefiting both teams' competitive windows and asset management.

Infosys CEO Salil Parekh reassures that AI will augment, not decimate, IT jobs, projecting a thriving Indian IT industry by 2030. He highlights the need for engineering expertise to integrate AI into enterprises and notes a positive US business environment. Infosys continues campus hiring, anticipating increased demand for skilled professionals.

An Iran-linked oil tanker, seized by the Indian Coast Guard, spent days in Pakistan's maritime boundary with its tracking systems off. The vessel, along with two others, was apprehended for alleged illegal oil smuggling and forgery. Investigations revealed ship-to-ship transfers of fuel and bitumen without informing authorities.

India is emerging as a significant global player, challenging the US-China bipolar narrative. With a younger population and faster growth than China, India is positioning itself as a "third pole" in a "multiplex" world. Its strategy of "multi-alignment" allows it to engage with multiple powers while maintaining strategic autonomy, leveraging its growing diaspora as a diplomatic asset.

The FBI has issued a warning about ATM jackpotting malware, like Ploutus, which allows threat actors to dispense cash by exploiting physical and software vulnerabilities. These attacks bypass bank authorization, leading to significant financial losses. The FBI urges organizations to implement mitigation steps and report suspicious activity.

President Trump expressed deep disappointment and shame over the Supreme Court's ruling deeming his reciprocal tariffs illegal. He accused the court of being swayed by foreign interests and a small political movement, calling some justices "fools and lapdogs" for their perceived disloyalty to the constitution. This decision significantly impacts the President's trade war strategy.

The net worth of Sidney Crosby and Kathy Leutner is estimated to be 76 million, with the ongoing NHL season. Penguins' captain has mostly acquired his fortune in salary and endorsements, whilst Leutner has established a separate model career. This is a breakdown of how the NHL star and his spouse are in their financial position in 2026.

A Pocso court in Banda, Uttar Pradesh, has sentenced a former government engineer and his wife to death for sexually abusing 33 boys over a decade. The couple also sold videos and pictures of their torture on the dark web. The court deemed the crimes "rarest of rare" due to the extreme trauma inflicted on the young victims.

A student at a Kalaburagi private homoeopathy college attacked a lecturer after being caught copying during an exam. The lecturer confiscated the student's answer sheet and asked him to leave, prompting the enraged student to assault him. The college has barred the student from further exams, but no complaint has been filed.

Tommaso Giacomel collapsed while leading the men’s 15km mass start at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Anterselva. The Italian star struggled with breathing and stopped the race. Coach Fabio Cianciana later confirmed he is fine and receiving treatment. Norway’s Johannes Dale-Skjevdal won gold. Giacomel still leaves the Games with a mixed relay silver medal.

A 14-year-old Dalit girl in Lakhimpur Kheri was found dead after allegedly being threatened by a man accused of molesting her, who was recently released on bail. Her family claims she was under immense stress following the threats. An FIR has been registered against the accused for abetment of suicide and under the SC/ST Act.