Times of India

Mahendra Singh Dhoni emphasizes the importance of self-discipline, a principle central to his cricketing success. Retired since 2020, Dhoni encourages young cricketers to prioritise their sport, just as he did. Post-retirement, Dhoni continues to enjoy cricket, reminiscing his innocent childhood passion for the game. Despite having retired from international cricket, Dhoni still continues to wins the hearts of all cricket lovers in the Indian Premier League where he plays for the Chennai Super Kings.

In less than two months, the snow line around Mt Everest has risen by 490 feet, primarily due to sublimation influenced by strong winds, low humidity, and warm temperatures. Scientists warn that this elevation in the winter snow line could threaten water security and increase wildfire risks in the region.

Within two months, the snowline around Mt Everest rose by 490 feet due to sublimation. Warmer and drier conditions are elevating the winter snow line, making lower-elevation snow sparse. This trend affects water security and increases wildfire risks. January snow lines now frequently exceed traditional levels, pointing to a significant long-term shift in Himalayan snowfall patterns.

New Zealand triumphed over Pakistan by 60 runs in their Champions Trophy opener, thanks to remarkable centuries from Will Young (107) and Tom Latham (118*). Despite Babar Azam's efforts, Pakistan's top order faltered, with Khushdil Shah and Salman Agha's lower-order resilience falling short against precise New Zealand bowling. This victory marked New Zealand's third consecutive win against Pakistan in under two weeks, following their two triumphs in the previous tri-series.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) temporarily attached commercial properties worth Rs 10.6 crore in Dubai belonging to the late Amit Bhardwaj in a money laundering investigation. Previously, they seized assets linked to actress Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra. Bhardwaj's company allegedly scammed investors out of Rs 6,600 crore in bitcoins, promising high returns.

A 21-year-old man, previously involved in trespassing Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan's bungalow, was arrested for a Rs 3.90 lakh theft in Bharuch. Ram Swaroop Kushwaha, with an accomplice, conducted a burglary at a retired army jawan's home. The police recovered most stolen items, and both suspects have multiple prior cases against them.

As India prepare for their Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh, crucial discussions took place involving coach Gambhir with Jadeja and captain Rohit with Axar, utilizing video analysis. Rohit emphasized the inclusion of three all-rounders, Jadeja, Axar, and Sundar, for their dual skills, adding depth and control to the team, despite having a spin-heavy squad.

Graham Nation, a prominent celebrity hairstylist, passed away at 39 after collapsing at a Los Angeles gym. Known for his modern hairstyling, he worked with stars like Demi Moore and George Clooney. His sudden death has deeply impacted the entertainment industry, with many expressing their condolences on social media.

Donald Trump has criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, calling him a dictator without elections. Trump warned that Zelenskyy must act quickly to preserve his country. He accused Zelenskyy of mismanaging the war and blamed European nations for the ongoing conflict. Trump claimed that negotiations with Russia are progressing and criticized previous attempts at securing peace.

US President Donald Trump questions the $21 million USAID funding to India for increasing voter turnout, suggesting that it is unnecessary given India's economic standing. Trump also criticizes India's high tariffs, particularly on car imports, despite the country's relatively minor trade surplus with the US compared to China.

A 24-year-old lawyer from Gurgaon was arrested for firing shots at a wedding procession in Noida, leading to the death of a two-year-old boy. The police continue to search for a second suspect involved in the reckless gunfire. The arrested suspect admitted to being drunk during the incident and claims to have fired multiple rounds.

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The Uttarakhand high court asked the state government to address a petition challenging the live-in relationship registration format under the UCC, which demands details about past relationships. This requirement has raised privacy concerns and debates over the necessity of such information. The next hearing will be on Friday.

Rekha Gupta has been announced as the next chief minister of Delhi, marking BJP's return to power after 27 years. She won the 2025 Delhi assembly elections with 68,200 votes, defeating AAP's Bandana Kumari. The BJP secured 48 seats, significantly reducing AAP's representation in the legislative assembly.

The Los Angeles Lakers and Charlotte Hornets are playing today, February 19, in a game rescheduled due to January wildfires in LA. Initially set for January 9, the match was moved as part of several rescheduled Lakers games. The Hornets are also starting a West Coast road trip, and the game follows a recent trade attempt that fell through.

The BJP accused Rahul Gandhi of disrespecting Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj by using 'shraddhanjali' instead of 'adaranjali' in his tribute. BJP MLA Atul Bhatkhalkar demanded a retraction. Congress retaliated, citing similar language used by PM Modi. Both parties exchanged accusations regarding the legacy of Shivaji Maharaj, with Congress pointing out BJP's past controversies and failures in honoring the Maratha ruler's legacy.

The Reliance-Disney joint venture has launched JioHotstar, merging JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar to challenge Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. Reliance Jio is offering free JioHotstar subscription with its JioFiber plans, ranging from Rs 999 to Rs 11,988. These plans include additional OTT subscriptions like Netflix and Amazon Prime Lite, with internet speeds up to 1 Gbps and unlimited data.

A 17-year-old power-lifter, Yashtika Acharya, passed away during training in Bikaner, Rajasthan, as a 270kg rod fell on her neck. The incident, which occurred under her trainer's supervision, resulted in fatal injuries and her subsequent death, deeply impacting the sporting community. Following the incident, Acharya was rushed to hospital where medical staff pronounced her dead. The SHO reported that the accident occurred whilst her trainer was supervising her weight-lifting session. The trainer sustained minor injuries in the incident.