Times of India

Veer Soren, grandson of former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren, died in Manali under mysterious circumstances. He was found unconscious with foam around his mouth by friends at their homestay. Doctors declared him dead after attempts to revive him failed. High altitude sickness is a suspected cause pending the postmortem report.

Jammu and Kashmir captain Paras Dogra headbutted a Karnataka substitute fielder during the Ranji Trophy final, sparking heated exchanges. Despite the incident and subsequent confrontations, Jammu and Kashmir continued to dominate, building on a strong first innings performance.

A leopard's intrusion into Greenfield School in Ghaziabad on Wednesday caused exam postponements and widespread alarm, captured on CCTV. The Forest Department has deployed a trap at the school boundary, with ongoing efforts to safely capture the animal without tranquilization.

Saudi Arabia has implemented extensive import bans on poultry and table eggs from 40 countries due to ongoing disease concerns, primarily avian influenza. An additional 16 nations face regional import restrictions. Exemptions are available for heat-treated products meeting strict health and certification requirements.

Odisha Vigilance officials seized over Rs 4 crore in unaccounted cash from the residence of arrested mines official Debabrata Mohanty. The deputy director of mines in Cuttack was apprehended accepting a Rs 30,000 bribe. This marks the highest-ever cash seizure in a trap case in the state, with further assets under investigation.

A 65-year-old tourist from Bhopal died after his car was hit by a speeding SUV at the Happy Bar junction in Assagao. Eyewitnesses allege occupants of the rented SUV attempted to switch seats after the collision. Police are investigating the incident, verifying claims of a driver cover-up.

A 30-year-old man, Nitin Nagar, the main accused in a 2024 murder case and out on bail, was brutally attacked and killed by four men in Greater Noida. Dragged, stabbed, and shot multiple times in front of his wife, Nagar's death is suspected to be a gang war retaliation.

The Supreme Court has allowed the Calcutta High Court Chief Justice to enlist judicial officers from Jharkhand and Odisha to expedite the verification of 50 lakh voters in West Bengal facing 'logical discrepancy' or 'unmapped' status. The apex court clarified Aadhaar is solely for identification, not citizenship claims, and supplementary voter lists will be published post-February 28.

'Not necessarily punitive step; measure to make nota option void'

Rahul Gandhi praised Indian Youth Congress members arrested for protesting the AI Summit, calling them "babbar shers" who exposed a "compromised PM." The BJP criticized Gandhi, labeling him a "running joke" and accusing him of anarchic conduct and ignorance regarding the US trade agreement.

The Union Cabinet has approved renaming Kerala as Keralam, fulfilling a long-standing popular demand. This decision aligns with the state assembly's resolutions and reflects the will of the people. The process will involve the President referring the matter to the state assembly for its views before parliamentary action.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Israel, commencing Wednesday, aims to strengthen the strategic partnership and address shared challenges. The agenda includes meetings with Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, an address to the Knesset, and discussions on technology, defense, and trade. An upgraded security pact and a potential free trade agreement are key outcomes anticipated from this significant diplomatic engagement.

Class 8 students will now learn about judicial challenges like corruption, massive case backlogs, and judge shortages. The new NCERT textbook highlights how these issues hinder justice, especially for the poor. It details pending cases across courts and mentions efforts to boost transparency and accountability, including a code of conduct for judges and a grievance system.

The US is moving closer to revising wage rules for foreign workers, with a proposed regulation affecting H-1B visas and employment-based green cards clearing federal review. This development could lead to increased minimum wage requirements for sponsored employees, impacting hiring costs and eligibility for foreign professionals, particularly those from India.

Giannis Antetokounmpo remains sidelined with a right calf strain, missing another crucial game for the Milwaukee Bucks. The team, already struggling without their star, faces the Miami Heat with key players needing to step up. Miami, with fewer injury concerns, holds an advantage, particularly inside, as Milwaukee seeks perimeter scoring to compete.

Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld are prepping for the next chapters of their lives after being married for close to a year. While the high profile couple maintain privacy about their pregnancy, Hailee Steinfeld's heartbreaking confession about being bullied has resurfaced. The BAFTA nominated actress faced heavy bullying in her younger years and was terrified of it as her life went on.

Bhojpuri superstar Dinesh Lal Yadav, popularly known as Nirahua, has once again grabbed headlines — this time for his candid remarks about his personal life. The actor, who has been married to Mansha Devi since 2000 and is a father to two sons, opened up about his marriage and his views on love during a recent interaction, sparking conversations across social media and entertainment circles.