Times of India

Bangladesh Nationalist Party leader ANM Ehsanul Hoque Milan suggested inviting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the swearing-in ceremony of BNP chief Tarique Rahman, who is set to become the next Prime Minister. The BNP secured a landslide victory in the general elections, marking their return to power after nearly two decades.

Bangladesh's elections bring the BNP to power with a decisive mandate, but the return of controversial leaders with past convictions and alleged anti-India links complicates regional ties. The new government's push for former PM Sheikh Hasina's extradition from India presents an immediate diplomatic challenge, signaling a potential shift in bilateral relations.

England's Jos Buttler has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first wicketkeeper-batter to score 4,000 T20 International runs, doing so in a record 2,670 balls. This remarkable feat occurred during England's T20 World Cup match against Scotland. Buttler also marked his 150th T20I appearance, solidifying his status as a leading figure in the format.

Captains Suryakumar Yadav and Salman Ali Agha remained non-committal on whether India and Pakistan players would shake hands before or after their T20 World Cup clash. Both leaders suggested waiting until match day for a decision, emphasizing their focus on playing good cricket. This follows a history where India did not shake hands with Pakistan in previous encounters.

Jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's alleged network continues to target high-profile figures, with recent threats and incidents involving Salman Khan, Ranveer Singh, and Rohit Shetty. Investigations reveal a pattern of intimidation, including ransom demands and firing incidents, extending to Canada. The Bishnoi gang's alleged involvement in the Sidhu Moosewala murder and the Baba Siddique shooting highlights their extensive reach.

Five European nations confirmed Alexei Navalny was poisoned with a lethal toxin, accusing the Russian state. Laboratory analysis detected epibatidine, a powerful poison not naturally found in Russia. The countries will report Moscow to the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons for an alleged breach of the Chemical Weapons Convention.

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan emphasized that "actual vijay lies in demonstrated evidence," referencing India's counterterror actions. He stressed that victory isn't built on rhetoric but on tangible outcomes like damaged terror infrastructure and dysfunctional air defence systems, urging a sober assessment of India's defense preparedness for future challenges.

Jack Bech’s girlfriend Kylie Young used the WM Phoenix Open to quietly own the offseason, sharing sundress and golf-day looks that stood out while the Las Vegas Raiders regroup from a 3-14 year. From Phoenix to Aspen and Raiders game days, her Instagram keeps building a separate highlight reel around the rookie wide receiver.

Nepal had earlier pushed two-time champions England in a high-scoring match but failed to carry that performance forward. Against tournament debutants Italy, they were beaten without taking a wicket.

The BCCI selection committee initiated the captaincy change from MS Dhoni to Virat Kohli in 2017. Former selector Jatin Paranjpe revealed Dhoni accepted the decision respectfully. Dhoni assured full support to Kohli, offering his experience. This transition occurred after Dhoni had already achieved significant white-ball success for India.

Ahead of the India-Pakistan blockbuster, the spotlight has shifted from rivalry to scrutiny, with Usman Tariq’s bowling action dominating discourse and unsettling both batters and press rooms in Colombo.

Gamophobia, the fear of commitment or marriage, is a growing concern, extending beyond simple jitters to a deep-seated emotional resistance. This phenomenon, fueled by increased choice, individualism, and witnessing relationship breakdowns, is prompting individuals to question traditional marital structures and redefine what love and commitment entail in the modern world.

Anthropic's Super Bowl ads, mocking OpenAI's ChatGPT ads, significantly boosted Claude's website visits and app store ranking. Despite OpenAI CEO Sam Altman calling the ads 'dishonest,' Anthropic saw an 11% jump in daily active users, outperforming rivals. The ad war highlights the intense competition and differing strategies in the AI chatbot market.

Congress seeks more seats from DMK for the Tamil Nadu assembly elections. MP Manickam Tagore stated power sharing is essential for governance. DMK leader RS Raja Kannappan earlier claimed DMK would contest 170 seats. Formal alliance talks are set to begin on February 22. The INDIA bloc remains united despite BJP's efforts.

US secretary of state Marco Rubio expressed doubts about Russia's commitment to ending the Ukraine war, even as new peace talks loom. Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Rubio emphasized the need for "seriousness and reciprocity" from allies, while also reassuring Europe of strong transatlantic ties and a desire for a "reinvigorated alliance."