Aakash Chopra questions the exclusion of Yuzvendra Chahal from India's ODI squad despite his impressive performance. Chahal, who last played in January 2023, has 121 wickets in 72 ODIs. Chopra finds it puzzling that Chahal's name is not considered, especially when other spinners have been included for the Champions Trophy 2025.
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India has announced its 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy and ODIs against England, led by Rohit Sharma with Shubman Gill as vice-captain. Despite Jasprit Bumrah being named, his participation depends on his recovery. The squad features spinner-heavy choices and will begin their campaign on February 20. India, who have won the Champions Trophy twice, were runners-up in the last edition of the tournament in 2017.
India clinched their third ICC Champions Trophy title by defeating New Zealand in the final at Dubai, marking their dominance in white-ball cricket. The victory follows their previous wins in 2002 and 2013, adding another prestigious ICC trophy to their collection. This triumph also highlights their perfect campaign and redemption after being runners-up in 2017.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah accused the West Bengal government of obstructing border security measures by not providing land for fencing and aiding illegal immigrants. He emphasized the need for stricter immigration laws for national security and highlighted India's role in providing refuge historically. The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, was passed in the Lok Sabha.
Avesh Khan's match-winning performance for Lucknow Super Giants was followed by a heartwarming video call with his mother, showcasing the emotional side of cricket. Nicholas Pooran's playful interaction with Avesh's mother, comforting her tears with lighthearted words, highlighted the team's unity and the deep connection between players and their families.
CBSE has introduced major changes in the syllabus for the 2025-26 academic session, focusing on dynamic, student-centered learning. The updated curriculum emphasizes innovative teaching methods, including project-based and inquiry-driven learning, along with technology integration. It also revamps assessments to prioritize competency over rote memorization, aiming to equip students with critical thinking skills for real-world challenges and future careers.
Five family members, including a mother and her four daughters, were found murdered in a Lucknow hotel. The son, Arshad, has been arrested for the crime. He confessed, citing harassment by neighbors and community pressure as his motivation. Arshad and his father carried out the murders. The police are searching for the father, who is on the run.
Upendra Yadav's gritty 95 helped Railways reach 241 against Delhi on Day 1 of their Ranji Trophy match, which featured Virat Kohli's return to domestic cricket. Delhi's bowlers initially dominated, but a crucial 104-run partnership between Yadav and Karn Sharma steadied Railways. The day ended with Delhi at 41 for one, with Kohli's batting anticipated on Day 2.
The SCG Test had a dramatic moment when India’s Virat Kohli was ruled not out after a controversial umpiring decision on his very first delivery. The decision saw Kohli survive a potential dismissal, easing tensions in the Indian dressing room, with Rohit Sharma visibly relieved. Rohit scored 31 runs in five innings across three Tests.
Prime Minister Modi invoked Goddess Lakshmi on Budget-eve, later Indian taxpayers received significant tax relief. Finance Minister announced revised tax slabs where the biggest benefit is for those earning up to Rs 12.75 lakh, making their tax liability nil. Changes include rebates up to Rs 60,000 and altered tax rates for various income brackets.
Salwan Momika, an Iraqi refugee involved in Quran-burning protests in Sweden, was shot dead on Wednesday night. Momika faced hate crime charges and had his Swedish residency permit revoked after controversial demonstrations. Five individuals have been detained by the police. The court postponed its ruling due to the defendant’s death. The incident is under investigation by Swedish authorities.