Mumbai Police apprehended a man accused of stabbing Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra home. The suspect, Aakash Kailash Kannojia, was captured on CCTV and was arrested in Thane. Khan underwent surgery after sustaining multiple stab wounds during an attempted robbery but is now out of danger and expected to be discharged soon.
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The Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court acquitted a man sentenced to 20 years for sexually assaulting a 10-year-old girl. The court stressed that medical evidence alone cannot secure a conviction without corroborating evidence. Key witnesses turned hostile, and the court deemed relying solely on medical findings as insufficient for upholding the conviction.
Krishnagiri police arrested five individuals involved in a child marriage between a 14-year-old girl and a 30-year-old man. The girl was rescued from Bengaluru when a video of her distress went viral. Those arrested include the groom, his brother, the girl's parents, and the brother's wife. They face charges under the POCSO Act and Child Marriages Act.
Sam Pitroda, chairman of Indian Overseas Congress, sparked controversy by suggesting tolerance towards illegal Bangladeshi migrants in India. BJP criticized his remarks, indicating they reflect Congress's stance on the issue, which they claim supports the permanent settlement of such migrants.
Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra comments on Shubman Gill's vice-captaincy selection for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and England ODIs. He expresses concern over Yashasvi Jaiswal's omission from the T20I series against England. Chopra praises the inclusion of Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, and highlights Hardik Pandya's importance in the squad.
February saw India's warmest temperatures since 1901, and March-May is predicted to be warmer than usual with increased heatwave days, particularly affecting winter crops like wheat and rapeseed. Key regions include Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Haryana. Vulnerable populations face significant health risks due to heatwaves. Central and South India recorded notably high temperatures.
Israel has initiated fresh ground operations in Gaza, calling for the return of hostages and the removal of Hamas from power. Despite international calls for a ceasefire, airstrikes continue, causing significant casualties and displacement. Hamas remains open to discussions but firmly stands by its existing ceasefire terms.
The US justice department has charged ten Chinese hackers and two law enforcement officers for orchestrating a cyberespionage campaign targeting dissidents, news organizations, and federal agencies, including the US treasury. Directed by China's Ministry of Public Security, the scheme involved stealing data through private hacking contractors selling information to the Chinese government.
President Trump questioned the legitimacy of the US-Canada border treaty and suggested revising it in a call with PM Trudeau. He expressed frustration over trade issues such as Canada's protected dairy sector. Trudeau dismissed Trump's justification and accused him of economic weakening attempts.
Kevin Pietersen criticised a UK journalist for defending England cricket team's lack of practice during their India tour, attributing it to injuries and a tight schedule. Pietersen highlighted the importance of practicing, especially against spin, and questioned the team's preparation efforts. England captain Jos Buttler and former India coach Ravi Shastri also weighed in on the issue.
The 18th season of the Indian Premier League is set to commence on March 21 at Kolkata's Eden Gardens, with the final on May 25. The schedule adjustment was reportedly done to avoid overlap with the Champions Trophy final. Kolkata Knight Riders will host the opener and final, while Sunrisers Hyderabad will host two playoff games.