Times of India

Project Cheetah celebrates a significant milestone as Kuno National Park welcomes five new cheetah cubs, born to Namibian cheetah Jwala. This brings India's cheetah population to 53, with 33 cubs now born on Indian soil. The births signify successful adaptation and a major boost to re-establishing the species, declared extinct in 1952.

West Bengal’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has evolved from a technical checkinto a major political and constitutional confrontation ahead of the 2026 polls. With 63.7 lakh deletions and the electorate shrinking to 6.44 crore, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee challenged the process in the Supreme Court, turning voter verification into a wider political battle with the Election Commission.

The White House expressed surprise and disapproval after Israel struck Iranian oil facilities, a move not anticipated by the Trump administration. Officials feared the attacks could rally Iranians, boost oil prices, and negatively impact global energy markets. While Israel stated the depots supplied the regime, Washington conveyed strong disagreement, with concerns about rising gas prices.

The Narcotics Control Bureau has busted a pan-India darknet drug network, "Team Kalki," seizing significant quantities of LSD, MDMA, and liquid MDMA. The operation, led by repeat offenders Anurag Thakur and Vikas Rathi, involved over 1,000 consignments dispatched since January 2025. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of this online trafficking ring.

The US Air Force will increase production of its new B-21 Raider stealth bomber. This move aims to speed up deliveries and bolster the nation's long-range strike capabilities. The decision comes amid rising global tensions. The advanced bomber is designed for contested environments and will form the core of the future Air Force bomber fleet.

Ranveer Singh’s 'Dhurandhar 2', directed by Aditya Dhar, releases on March 19. The spy thriller will stream later on OTT, with the date yet to be revealed. Advance bookings cross ₹18 crore. The release follows Yash’s Toxic delay, boosting box-office prospects for this highly awaited sequel.

Jefferies initiated coverage on Shriram Finance with a buy rating and a Rs 1,220 target, citing healthy commercial vehicle demand and strong AUM growth prospects. Macquarie downgraded Nykaa to underperform, questioning its ability to replicate Dot & Key's success with other owned brands.

India achieved a historic feat, retaining the ICC Men's T20 World Cup by defeating New Zealand by 96 runs. This marks their third title and first on home soil. Stellar batting performances, including Sanju Samson's 89, propelled India to a massive 255/5. A disciplined bowling attack then restricted New Zealand, securing a memorable victory.

In a shocking turn of events, Anurag Dobhal, the charismatic star of Bigg Boss 17 known as 'UK07 Rider', found himself in a life-threatening situation. While streaming live on Instagram, his SUV veered off the Delhi-Meerut Expressway. Viewers were horrified as they watched him express feelings of isolation just moments before the crash.

Abhishek made an impact in the final against New Zealand, scoring 52 from 21 balls and giving India a quick start along with Sanju Samson after the side was asked to bat first. India posted 255 for five and went on to win the match by 96 runs, becoming the first team to defend a T20 World Cup title.

Abu Dhabi residents were placed on high alert as the UAE's defence forces responded to incoming aerial threats amid escalating regional tensions. Emergency notifications urged citizens to seek shelter as air defence systems engaged potential missile and drone threats, with loud explosions reported. The incident underscores the spillover effects of the wider Middle East conflict impacting Gulf states.

Indian investors are significantly fuelling Dubai's booming real estate market in 2026, injecting billions annually. Attracted by tax-free returns, strong rental yields and investor-friendly policies, they are now the largest foreign buyer group. This trend highlights Dubai's appeal as a secure global wealth hub, with even middle-class Indians diversifying portfolios overseas.