Times of India

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's son, Nishant Kumar, has formally joined the JD(U). This development follows Nitish Kumar's decision to step down as CM, sparking speculation about his successor and potentially ushering in a new political era in Bihar. Nitish Kumar himself announced his intention to contest the Rajya Sabha elections.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced near-total dominance over Iranian airspace following coordinated strikes with the US, dubbed 'Operation Rising Lion.' He stated the campaign, supported by former President Trump, aimed to neutralize an immediate threat from Iran's nuclear ambitions and missile program, emphasizing a strategic shift in the region post-October 7th.

Players from South Africa national cricket team and West Indies national cricket team criticised travel arrangements after their exit from the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, questioning why England national cricket team flew home earlier. Quinton de Kock and David Miller voiced frustration, while Daren Sammy and Michael Vaughan also questioned the situation.

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi conducted a demolition drive, razing illegal portions of a house linked to an accused in the Uttam Nagar Holi clash. A 26-year-old man was killed in the dispute, which involved long-standing family feuds. Heavy police presence ensured order during the operation.

A footwear shop's promotional offer of premium shoes for just Rs 1 triggered chaos in Kozhikode on Sunday morning. Hundreds of people, some arriving as early as 2 am, gathered for the offer, leading to a stampede-like situation and traffic disruption. Police resorted to a lathicharge to disperse the unruly crowd, and shop owners were taken into custody.

Both are chasing history. No country has won the T20 World Cup consecutively, nor has a host ever won the tournament.

MS Dhoni arrived in Ahmedabad ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 final between India and New Zealand national cricket team at Narendra Modi Stadium. Dhoni had earlier watched India’s semi-final win over England in Mumbai. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, India aim to defend their title, while New Zealand chase their maiden T20 World Cup crown.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for infrastructure projects worth Rs 33,500 crore in Delhi. This includes two new Delhi Metro corridors, totaling over Rs 18,300 crore, aimed at enhancing public transport and connectivity. The event also features the foundation stone laying for three new metro routes under Phase V-A and GPRA redevelopment projects.

Six individuals were arrested following violent clashes between far-right protesters and counter-protesters outside Gracie Mansion. One protester is accused of throwing smoking projectiles filled with nuts and bolts, prompting an investigation by the FBI and NYPD. The incident began with a demonstration organized by Jake Lang against the city's Muslim mayor.

Ahutosh Brahmachari, who filed a sexual harassment case against Swami Avimukteshwaranand, was allegedly attacked with a sharp weapon on the Rewa Express near Sirathu railway station. He sustained injuries to his nose and forearm after locking himself in a train toilet. Senior GRP authorities have launched a detailed probe into the incident.

Motovlogger Anurag Dobhal, known as UK07 Rider, was injured in an SUV crash on the Delhi–Meerut Expressway while livestreaming at high speed. The incident occurred near Masuri, Ghaziabad, with over 80,000 viewers witnessing the accident. Dobhal, who had spoken of feeling lonely and emotionally overwhelmed moments before, suffered injuries and fractures but is in stable condition.

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff dismissed Block's massive layoffs as company-specific issues, not an AI-driven jobs apocalypse. He argued AI boosts productivity without wholesale cuts, citing Salesforce's growth. Skeptics, however, suggest Block's cuts are due to pandemic-era bloat rather than AI advancements.

India stands on the brink of a historic third T20 World Cup title, facing New Zealand in Sunday's final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Aiming to become the first team to defend their title, Suryakumar Yadav's men carry the weight of expectation, seeking redemption on a ground that has previously seen their World Cup final defeats.

Amritpal Singh, a key figure in the Jaggu Bhagwanpuria gang, has been detained on the Moldova border following an Interpol red corner notice. Punjab Police's newly formed Overseas Fugitive Tracking and Extradition Cell played a crucial role in his apprehension. Legal and diplomatic processes are now underway for his extradition to India to face serious charges.

Silence and crowd noise were back in discussion ahead of Sunday's final but India captain Suryakumar Yadav chose to downplay the chatter. He acknowledged the challenges, pressure and excitement a final brings, and his message to the team was simple: be courageous.

Delhi experienced an unusually early heatwave as temperatures soared to 35.7°C, seven degrees above normal, marking the earliest March heat of this magnitude in 15 years. Clear skies and dry weather are fueling the rise, with forecasts predicting a further climb to 37°C. Nights are also warmer than usual, contributing to the discomfort.

Chinese analysts believe the US would not target Xi Jinping like it did Khamenei due to China's nuclear status. However, Trump's embrace of war reinforces Beijing's view of the US as its primary threat, prompting calls for superior firepower and self-reliance. China also warns against internal threats and deceptive negotiations with Washington.

A 26-year-old man was allegedly lynched in Delhi's Uttam Nagar following a Holi celebration dispute. His father is demanding a CBI probe, citing a lack of transparency from the police. Six individuals, identified as wall painters and relatives, have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Quinton de Kock slammed the ICC over perceived preferential treatment for England's departure from the T20 World Cup. While England is set to fly home soon after their semi-final exit, South Africa and West Indies, eliminated earlier, remain stranded in India awaiting charter flights. This has sparked accusations of unequal influence among cricket nations.