Times of India

As Bangladesh's new government, led by the BNP, takes charge of country's affair, it has called on India for the extradition of ousted former prime minister Sheikh Hasina, who is in New Delhi. This demand presents a significant diplomatic challenge for India. Dhaka says, it seeks a relationship based on equality and mutual respect, with border security and water sharing also key issues.

Travis Kelce’s mother, Donna Kelce, has a never heard before way of celebrating her sons’ wins, once she posted a photo of an opponent’s disappointment. Jason Kelce said it was a picture of Tom Brady who was upset after his Super Bowl LII loss. This celebration style might be coming from her longstanding banking experience, where losses seem to have a longer impact than gains.

Mahashivratri, celebrated on February 15th, 2025, is a significant Hindu festival honoring Lord Shiva. Devotees express gratitude and seek blessings by offering sacred items like Bel Patra, water, Gangajal, sandalwood paste, honey, Dhatura, and white flowers. These offerings are believed to cleanse sins, purify the soul, and bring peace, love, and happiness into one's life.

What do the draft income tax rules mean for the common man? How does the calculation math for the old vs new income tax regime change? How much more tax can you now save under the old regime with revised exemption and deduction limits? Here are the top changes taxpayers should know:

A viral post has intensified debate over Candace Owens’ use of the term grooming in reference to a 15 year old. Critic Natly Denise accused Owens of exaggerating the situation, while Owens cited details from her own interview describing limited in person contact and online messages. The clash highlights ongoing tensions over how serious terms are defined and used in public commentary.

Thousands of Palestinians have reportedly gone missing in Gaza since October 2023, with Civil Defense teams documenting at least 2,842 disappearances. Military experts suggest the use of high-temperature weapons, like thermobaric munitions, may be responsible for the extreme incineration of human tissue, leaving only biological traces.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Tarique Rahman on the Bangladesh Nationalist Party's decisive election victory, reaffirming India's commitment to close bilateral ties. Rahman, son of BNP founder Ziaur Rahman, is expected to become prime minister following the party's significant win, ushering in potential political stability.

Cisco's president Jeetu Patel mandates AI for all developers, aiming for half a dozen AI-coded products by 2026. This shift to spec-driven development sees human teams shrink, with AI agents tripling output. While embracing AI's potential, Cisco is investing heavily in security to prevent rogue agents, urging developers to master AI to stay relevant.

Bangladesh's Nationalist Party has secured a decisive victory, paving the way for Tarique Rahman as prime minister. Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus, who led the interim government after a 2024 uprising, is expected to step down. His tenure focused on restoring order and implementing reforms, but the incoming government will face challenges of political polarization and foreign policy recalibration.

The CIA's new Chinese-language recruitment video, targeting China's military, has sparked outrage in Beijing. The clip depicts a PLA officer disillusioned by corruption, a theme echoed by recent purges of top generals. China vows "all necessary measures" against foreign espionage, escalating intelligence rivalry amid US efforts to rebuild its China network.

Former captain Sunil Gavaskar suggests a tactical shift for India's T20 World Cup clash against Pakistan, hinting at Kuldeep Yadav replacing Arshdeep Singh. Gavaskar noted Arshdeep's incomplete overs and Sri Lankan pitches favoring spinners as reasons for this potential change. He also commented on Sanju Samson's batting, identifying a technical flaw.

Despite being banned in Pakistan and some Gulf nations, Ranveer Singh's 'Dhurandhar' has found an audience through streaming and pirated DVDs in Pakistan. A YouTuber documented the film being openly sold for a mere PKR 50 in Karachi's grey markets, highlighting the demand for Indian cinema.