Times of India

Pakistan’s five-prong spin attack will be a challenge for India on a double-paced pitch at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Pakistan are likely to go with an all-spin attack against India. In that case, Sunday’s fixture will be crucial for Shivam Dube, who has been included in the side to take down spinners.

Team India received a colourful welcome in Colombo ahead of the T20 World Cup clash with Pakistan, with Arshdeep Singh’s dance going viral and Hardik Pandya arriving with girlfriend Mahieka Sharma. India will rely on key players like Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma and Hardik, while Varun Chakravarthy could be crucial on spin-friendly Sri Lankan pitches.

Newly released Justice Department files reignite questions surrounding Jeffrey Epstein's death in a New York jail cell. Despite being on suicide watch and under heightened surveillance, significant lapses in protocol occurred, including missed inmate counts and unreplaced cellmates. The circumstances of his death remain a subject of scrutiny.

Berkeley police are urgently seeking help to find Saketh Sreenivasaiah, a 22-year-old Indian Master's student from UC Berkeley, last seen Tuesday. Authorities consider him an at-risk missing person. Sreenivasaiah, who studied at IIT Madras, is described as 6'1" with short black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information is urged to contact law enforcement immediately.

An electrician, Barkat, was fatally shot at a wedding in Gurgaon after an LED light malfunctioned, leading to an argument with the groom, Amandeep. While Amandeep allegedly fired the first missed shot, an associate, Harsh, is accused of firing the fatal bullet from behind. The victim, a father of three, was a resident of Mathura.

Valentine's Day 2026 is here, a perfect occasion to celebrate love in all its forms. Whether you're expressing affection to a girlfriend, boyfriend, husband, or wife, the article offers a collection of heartfelt wishes. It also acknowledges singles embracing self-love and those celebrating with friends and family, encouraging everyone to pause and connect.

A tragic accident occurred near Kambalipura Gate. A speeding SUV collided with a bike and then a truck. Seven lives were lost, including six students and a bike rider. The SUV was severely damaged. Another car later hit debris from the crash. The incident happened early Friday morning.

A family in Mymensingh cast their votes hoping for justice after their son, Dipu Chandra Das, was burnt alive last December. Dipu, a garment worker, was attacked by a mob over alleged blasphemy. His father expressed hope that the newly elected government will expedite the justice process for his son.

Anthropic's AI model Claude was reportedly used in the US military operation that captured former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. The mission involved bombing sites in Caracas, with Maduro apprehended in an early January raid. This deployment highlights growing questions about AI's role in military contexts, despite Anthropic's usage policies prohibiting violence facilitation.

Super Bowl LX became a cultural flashpoint as Bad Bunny’s historic halftime show unfolded alongside a TPUSA alternative event honoring the late Charlie Kirk. Supporters paid tribute to Kirk with dedicated performances, while Bad Bunny delivered a cinematic, message driven production featuring over 300 dancers and a real wedding. Praise and criticism followed, including a sharp reaction from President Trump. The night highlighted a divided audience and two competing visions sharing the same stage.

Bathinda Police have arrested Prince Kumar for the murder of his friend, Sapna, also known as Malika. Kumar confessed to killing Malika over a dispute on February 9th and subsequently attempting to dispose of her half-burnt body. The victim's remains were discovered stuffed in a suitcase in fields near Behman Diwana village.

Team Canada faces Switzerland at the 2026 Winter Olympics without key players Josh Morrissey and Brad Marchand. Morrissey is sidelined with an undisclosed injury sustained against Czechia, while Marchand's absence remains unexplained. Seth Jarvis is set to make his Olympic debut, replacing Morrissey on the third line, with Travis Sanheim also stepping into the lineup.

Bengaluru's GalaxEye has partnered with Nsil, a state-owned space company. Nsil will resell high-resolution OptoSAR data from GalaxEye's upcoming satellites. This collaboration marks the first time Nsil partners with a domestic private firm for satellite data distribution. GalaxEye's first satellite, Drishti, launches soon. The agreement covers the entire planned constellation, enabling Nsil to offer enhanced data services.

BJP MLAs lauded Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's Rs 180 crore budget for the Amarnath Yatra, seeing it as a positive sign of Kashmir joining the national mainstream. Despite party criticism on other issues, legislators acknowledged this constructive decision, highlighting a perceived shift in the CM's stance on the pilgrimage, a move they felt deserved appreciation.