Times of India

India has strongly condemned Pakistan's overnight airstrikes on Afghanistan. The strikes reportedly targeted alleged terror hideouts. India's Ministry of External Affairs highlighted civilian casualties, including women and children, during the holy month of Ramadan. Afghanistan's Ministry of Defence stated that dozens of innocent civilians were martyred and wounded after airstrikes hit a school and residential homes.

Moscow's four international airports faced temporary closures on Sunday as air defence systems downed 11 Ukrainian drones approaching the capital. Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed the interceptions, while Russia's civil aviation authority cited safety concerns for the flight suspensions. This comes amid ongoing cross-border drone and missile attacks between Russia and Ukraine, now in its fourth year.

After the nationwide debate sparked by The Kerala Story, the makers are returning with a sequel titled The Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond. Even before its release, the film has landed in controversy, followed by sharp remarks by Anurag Kashyap. In response, Kamakhya Narayan Singh issued a strong rebuttal in a video statement, also addressing criticism from actor Prakash Raj and others.

India faced an early setback as Ishan Kishan departed for a duck against South Africa. Earlier, David Miller's aggressive 63 and Dewald Brevis's 45 powered South Africa to 187/7, despite Jasprit Bumrah's stellar bowling. Tristan Stubbs' late fireworks ensured a challenging total for India in the Super Eights clash.

An armed man in his early 20s was fatally shot by Secret Service agents after breaching the inner security perimeter of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort early Sunday. The unidentified suspect, reportedly carrying a shotgun and fuel can, was ordered to drop his items before being shot. Trump was not present at the time.

India captain Suryakumar Yadav said the unchanged XI meant Axar Patel was left out again, calling it a harsh but tactical call. The decision triggered fan backlash online. South Africa recovered from 20/3 through David Miller and Dewald Brevis, posting 187/7. Miller and Brevis led the fightback, while Tristan Stubbs finished strongly. Jasprit Bumrah starred with 3/15, but India face a tough chase.

India's naval strength is significantly enhanced with the upcoming commissioning of INS Aridhaman, a larger and more capable Arihant-class nuclear submarine. This vessel boasts an increased missile payload and advanced stealth features, bolstering India's continuous at-sea deterrence and second-strike capabilities. Its operational deployment marks a crucial milestone for the nation's strategic forces.

England launched their Super Eight campaign with a commanding 51-run victory over Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup. Despite a strong bowling effort, Sri Lanka faltered in their chase, succumbing to 95 all out. Captain Shanaka acknowledged poor batting despite a competitive bowling performance, highlighting missed opportunities in a crucial World Cup encounter.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed India as a "global power" ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit. Netanyahu emphasized the "special relationship" forged between the two nations and their leaders, highlighting plans to strengthen economic, diplomatic, and security ties. The visit, Modi's second to Israel, will include a speech at the Knesset and a visit to Yad Vashem.

Three women from Arunachal Pradesh alleged racial slurs and humiliation by neighbours in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, after a dispute over repair work. A viral video captured the incident, leading to an FIR against the couple for offensive remarks and intimidation. The women seek an apology and fear for their safety.

Anthropic engineer Borsi Cherny warns that advanced AI agents, like Claude Code, will soon transform nearly all computer-based jobs, potentially eliminating roles like software engineer by 2026. He urges workers to adapt and embrace these tools, as similar concerns about AI's impact on entry-level positions are echoed by Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr and Oxford Economics.

Delhi Police busted a Pakistan-linked LeT terror module, arresting eight suspects across Delhi, West Bengal, and Tamil Nadu. The group, directed by a Bangladesh-based handler, allegedly pasted anti-national posters and planned terror activities. This operation thwarted a major untoward incident, with intelligence suggesting potential IED attacks.

Steve Jobs, upon his return to Apple in 1997, found inspiration in Nike's marketing to revitalize the brand. He emphasized that marketing should focus on values and what a company is about, not just product specifications.

On February 21, Graham Allen interviewed Tracy Martin to challenge Candace Owens’ claims about Erika Kirk’s whereabouts and role on the day Charlie Kirk was shot. Allen publicly dared Owens to defend her statements. Tracy denied key allegations about her daughter’s job, Erika’s location, and an alleged argument, calling the claims inaccurate.

US envoy Steve Witkoff warns Iran could be a week from producing bomb-grade uranium, despite past strikes. Washington remains concerned about Tehran's nuclear ambitions, with US President Donald Trump demanding "zero enrichment" but reportedly considering limited, verifiable civilian enrichment. Domestic protests in Iran are also a factor in US policy.

Drones have become the defining weapon of the conflict, fundamentally reshaping how battles are fought. Defence analysts note that relatively cheap unmanned systems can now destroy extremely expensive targets such as tanks, ships and strategic bombers at a fraction of the cost. A recent Sunday Times defence analysis highlighted how Ukrainian drone strikes have destroyed high-value Russian military assets deep inside its territory, exposing vulnerabilities once thought impossible to exploit.

Brazilian firm Embraer is vying for a major Indian Air Force contract, proposing its KC-390 Millennium as the superior choice for around 80 medium transport aircraft. The company plans to establish India as its Asia-Pacific production hub if selected, highlighting the jet-powered aircraft's speed, payload, and operational cost advantages over competitors like the C-130J.

Babar Azam has struggled in the T20 World Cup, scoring 66 runs in four matches and being moved to the middle order. Faf du Plessis supported coach Mike Hesson’s decision, saying modern T20 cricket demands much higher strike rates in the powerplay. He added Babar still has value on slower pitches in the middle overs. Pakistan next face England in a crucial Super 8 match.

Russia unleashed a massive overnight missile and drone assault across Ukraine, claiming one life in the Kyiv region and damaging southern energy infrastructure. Ukrainian forces reported intercepting a significant portion of the incoming projectiles. Meanwhile, a separate explosion in Lviv resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries, with authorities stating it was unrelated to the Russian attacks.