Times of India

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath praised the successful organization of the recent Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, highlighting zero incidents of harassment, looting, or abduction against women attendees among the 66 crore visitors. Adityanath criticized the opposition for deviating from Lohia's ideals, emphasizing the event's display of India's heritage and development without discrimination based on caste, religion, or region.

During the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal between India and Australia, Steve Smith narrowly avoided being dismissed when an Axar Patel delivery hit his bat, pad, and grazed the stumps without dislodging the bails. The rare event left the stadium in awe and commentators noted the unusual occurrence, highlighting cricket's unpredictable nature.

The Kremlin has welcomed the US decision to pause military aid to Ukraine, considering it a move towards peace. The Russia-Ukraine situation now faces a unique conundrum with the European leaders rallying behind Zelenskyy after his 'public humiliation' in the White House while Donald Trump administration made it clear that they won't put up with Ukraine for long.

Zepto CEO Aadit Palicha disagreed with Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal's claim that quick commerce companies, particularly Zepto, are burning massive funds. Palicha contested the figures stated by Goyal and indicated that the truth will emerge when Zepto files its financial documents.

An AI-generated video on X outlines Donald Trump’s life from childhood to a predicted return to the White House in 2025. The video highlights significant milestones, including his education, business achievements, media presence, and political career, sparking varied online reactions about its accuracy and implications.

Virat Kohli has evolved significantly in his spiritual journey and critics also give some credit to his marriage with Anushka Sharma. Initially not-so-religious, Kohli's visits to ashrams and spiritual leaders like Premanand Maharaj and Neem Karoli baba have led to noticeable changes in his demeanor and performance on the field claim people.

In response to US President Donald Trump's recent tariff increases on Chinese imports, Beijing announced it will impose additional tariffs on a range of US agricultural products starting next week. The new measures, affecting items like chicken, wheat, soybeans, and pork, aim to protect China's economic interests amid escalating trade tensions.

The ICAI CA Intermediate and Foundation results for January 2025 have been released on March 4, 2025. Candidates can check their results on icai.org using their Registration and Roll Number. The CA Intermediate exams were held in January 2024, while the CA Foundation exams took place in January 2025. A minimum of 50% aggregate is required to qualify.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin criticized the BJP-led central government for the alleged Hindi imposition through NEP's three-language formula. He emphasized the South's lack of Tamil promotion in the North. Tamil Nadu opposes the policy, fearing Hindi dominance over regional languages, while BJP refutes claims, maintaining NEP's focus on promoting all Indian languages.

Maharashtra minister Dhananjay Munde resigned after CID filed charges linking his associate, Walmik Karad, to the murder of sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh. The case involves abduction, torture, and murder. The CID has filed a 1,200-page chargesheet, implicating Karad and others under the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act.

Aakash Chopra highlights the importance of the toss in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy semi-final between India and Australia. Despite India’s success in the group stage without winning any tosses, he believes the toss will be crucial in the knockout game. He advises India's captain Rohit Sharma to win a toss for better chances of success.

The European Space Agency's satellite images reveal the astounding transformation of Prayagraj, India, for the 2025 Mahakumbh, attended by millions of pilgrims. Large-scale infrastructure, including temporary shelters, bridges, and hospitals, was set up over 40 square kilometers. This festival, recognized by UNESCO, highlights India's rich cultural heritage and the spiritual significance of the sacred ritual of bathing.

A video showing Prajoyeeta Kashyap, daughter of former Assam CM Prafulla Kumar Mahanta, hitting a driver with a slipper has gone viral. Prajoyeeta claimed that the driver, who has worked for their family, regularly abused her while intoxicated and crossed the line by pounding on her door.

A Philippine air force FA-50 fighter jet with two pilots went missing during a night combat mission against communist rebels. Despite ongoing large-scale search efforts, the jet has remained untraceable so far. The incident raises security concerns and may impact the operation of the remaining fleet of FA-50 jets.

US President Trump suspends military aid to Ukraine, demanding commitment to peace negotiations with Russia. The Trump administration also considers lifting some sanctions on Moscow, signaling a significant shift in global power dynamics. Washington's actions leave Ukraine facing substantial challenges in sustaining its war efforts against Russia.

As India prepare for the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia, Aakash Chopra highlights the pivotal role of spin and the performances of stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Chopra also points to Australia's key player, Travis Head, as a crucial factor. Both teams aim for a spot in the final.

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened in red on Tuesday. While BSE Sensex went below 72,800, Nifty50 was below 22,000.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan made a stylish and charming appearance at the wedding reception of Konark Gowariker, son of renowned filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker. The event was attended by numerous prominent figures from the film industry and politics. Shah Rukh was seen greeting guests, giving warm wishes to the newlywed couple, and posing for photos.

Elon Musk has criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for promoting a 'forever war' with Russia. Musk suggests offering Zelensky amnesty for peace. Following a tense meeting, Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine, increasing pressure on Zelensky to negotiate with Russia.