Times of India

Vice President JD Vance has strongly condemned racist and sexist attacks targeting his wife, Usha Vance, and declared that ethnic hatred has no place in the conservative movement. He denounced antisemitism and other forms of racial hostility, calling such attacks "disgusting.

Humayun Kabir, a West Bengal MLA, has launched his new political party, the Janata Unnayan Party. This move follows his suspension from the Trinamool Congress. Kabir plans to contest the 2026 West Bengal assembly elections. He aims to challenge Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and has declared his intention to contest from two seats in Murshidabad

'Dhurandhar' continues its box office dominance, becoming the biggest second-weekend grosser of all time with Rs 253 crore collected in its second week. The film has now amassed Rs 558.01 crore in India, showing strong performance even into its third weekend.

Smriti Mandhana touched hearts by replying to a young Kashmiri fan after filmmaker Kabir Khan shared her story from Aru Valley. Soon after, Mandhana made history in the first T20I against Sri Lanka by becoming the first Indian woman to score 4,000 T20I runs, highlighting her class on and off the field.

Nato intelligence suggests Russia is developing a novel anti-satellite weapon designed to release thousands of tiny metal pellets, potentially disabling multiple satellites, including Ukraine's vital Starlink constellation. This "zone-effect" weapon could create widespread, uncontrollable space debris, posing a significant threat to all orbital assets. Experts debate its practicality and potential repercussions.

England all-rounder Sam Curran is in scintillating form for Desert Vipers in ILT20, leading the run charts and contributing with crucial wickets. He credits team continuity and enjoyable conditions for their success. With the T20 World Cup looming, Curran's stellar performances put him firmly in the spotlight, aiming for trophies and continued enjoyment of the sport.

Pakistan's Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, received Saudi Arabia's highest civilian honor, the King Abdulaziz Medal of Excellence, during his official visit. The award recognizes his professionalism and role in strengthening ties between the two nations. Munir reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to Saudi Arabia's security and stability.

The Delhi High Court has issued notices to Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, among others, in the National Herald money laundering case. The Enforcement Directorate is challenging a trial court's refusal to take cognisance of its complaint, alleging assets worth ₹2,000 crore were acquired for just ₹50 lakh. The matter is scheduled for further hearing in March 2026.

Pakistan's chief of defence forces, Asim Munir, claimed "divine help" during a military confrontation with India in May. He also urged Afghanistan's Taliban regime to choose between Pakistan and the Tehrik i Taliban Pakistan, stating that Afghans constitute the majority of militants infiltrating Pakistan.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath targeted Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi, calling them "two specimens" who flee the country during discussions. He denied deaths from codeine syrup, stating action will be taken under the NDPS Act and linking the biggest wholesaler to the SP's tenure. Akhilesh Yadav criticized the personal attacks and alleged the racket originated from the Prime Minister's constituency.

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Shubman Gill returns to domestic cricket for the Vijay Hazare Trophy with Punjab after being left out of India's T20 World Cup squad. He aims to regain form in the 50-over competition, supported by teammates Abhishek Sharma and Arshdeep Singh, as Punjab seek a strong title challenge in the domestic 50-over tournament.

Days after the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Bin Hadi, another prominent youth leader, Motaleb Sikdar, was shot in head on Monday. He was taken to hospital in critical condition. This incident escalates concerns over political violence amidst heightened tensions following Hadi's death, which sparked widespread protests demanding justice.

A chilling murder in Chandausi has shocked residents after a woman allegedly conspired with her lovers to kill her husband. Rahul, a shoe trader, was brutally dismembered, with body parts found scattered. His wife, Ruby, initially reported him missing, but inconsistencies led to her detention along with two others. Evidence suggests the murder occurred at their home.

Pakistan's Under 19 cricket team received a hero's welcome in Islamabad after their convincing Asia Cup final victory over India. The triumph, marked by a large public reception and a victory parade, has drawn praise from Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif and the PCB chairman, highlighting the significance of this rare junior-level success.

Veteran actress Mumtaz has spoken about her daughter Natasha Madhvani's separation from Fardeen Khan, emphasizing that their bond remains strong. She praised Fardeen as a "heera ladka" and a caring husband, highlighting his visits to Natasha when she was unwell. Mumtaz also described him as a devoted father and expressed her hope for their reunion.

A newly elected sarpanch in Telangana donned a bear costume to scare away monkeys plaguing his village. After traditional methods failed, Kummari Ranjith's unusual tactic aims to provide interim relief while urging the government for a permanent solution to the widespread menace causing crop damage and injuries.

India and New Zealand have finalized a Free Trade Agreement, set to significantly boost bilateral trade and investment. The pact promises enhanced market access for goods and services, with New Zealand committing substantial investment.