A mother in Bengaluru found her six-year-old daughter being sexually assaulted by her colleague after leaving her briefly to fetch firewood. The girl died from suffocation. The assault led to mob violence, and the police had to intervene. The accused, showing no remorse, is being charged under the Pocso Act and other legal sections.
Related news
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, both aiming to regain form, will be key players as India face England in the upcoming limited-overs series. Tymal Mills shares insights on India's performance pressure, the series predictions, and acknowledges the importance of players like Jasprit Bumrah and emerging talents like Mayank Yadav and Arshdeep Singh.
WWE Monday Night RAW on March 17, 2025, will feature John Cena’s return and face-off with Cody Rhodes in Brussels. Key events include Bron Breakker vs. Finn Bálor for the Intercontinental Championship and a contract signing for the Women's World Championship match at WrestleMania 41.
The 2025 MLB Spring Training will showcase a thrilling game between the Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Dodgers on March 6 at Camelback Ranch. Fans are excited about the pitching duel between Shohei Ohtani and Jack Leiter. Viewers can watch the game on the Rangers Sports Network, Victory+ Streaming Service, and MLB.TV.
Sena (UBT) MPs in Delhi face a dilemma about attending events hosted by Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena's ministers amid defection rumors. Aaditya Thackeray advised MPs to seek prior permission from the party, stressing that attending such events could fuel speculation of possible defections, despite the norm of cross-party interactions in Parliament.
China's Q1 2025 GDP growth exceeded expectations at 5.4%, fueled by strong industrial output and retail sales. However, this boost is likely temporary as newly imposed US tariffs threaten to stall exports and overall economic momentum. Analysts anticipate a slowdown and have downgraded growth forecasts, urging policymakers to implement further stimulus measures to mitigate the impact.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, in a TOI interview, emphasized the need for year-round efforts to combat pollution with a 365-day plan. The BJP government intends to address water, dust, vehicular, and stubble pollution continuously and ensure the availability of resources for social welfare schemes amid concerns about Delhi's treasury.
D Gukesh, 18, won the World Chess Championship. He defeated Ding Liren. Gukesh's family made a bold move. They took him out of school early. This allowed him to focus on chess. His mother, Padma Kumari, shared their journey. They faced doubts. Gukesh's dedication reassured them. His victory validated their decision. He is now a champion.
The Tamil Nadu government has gained control of assets seized from former chief minister J Jayalalithaa as per court orders. Valuables included significant quantities of gold and silver jewellery, along with land documents. The Supreme Court dismissed a plea by Jayalalithaa’s heirs to reclaim the assets, affirming the confiscation by the state.
SBI Chairman C S Setty aims to leverage technology for quality service, emphasizing digital growth despite the bank’s historic roots. The focus is on strengthening recruitment and adapting to market dynamics, with a significant emphasis on home and auto loans, as well as MSME sector performance and credit card regulations.
Veteran off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin retired from international cricket but will play in the IPL with Chennai Super Kings, reuniting with MS Dhoni. Ashwin praised Dhoni's captaincy, highlighting his ability to simplify the game for bowlers. Dhoni's approach of focusing on fundamentals and small goals led India to landmark and historic moments.