India and England cricket teams wore green armbands in the third and final ODI to support BCCI's 'Donate Organs, Save Lives' initiative, led by ICC Chairman Jay Shah. Prominent players like Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill urged the public to become organ donors, emphasising the life-saving potential of such a pledge.
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Chikodi police arrested Savitri Itnale for allegedly killing her husband, Shrimant Ramappa Itnale, due to his torture for money. She killed him with a stone, dismembered the body, and disposed of the parts in separate locations. The police were led to the suspect through village inquiries and have recovered crime-related materials.
Lalit Modi challenges Vanuatu government's decision to revoke his passport in court. Modi, currently in Vanuatu, has appealed the cancellation of his citizenship. India's high commission in London had refused his request to surrender his Indian passport. Vanuatu's Citizenship Commission will await the court's outcome before proceeding with citizenship revocation.
NHL insider Chris Johnston provided an important update on Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand's recovery after his trade from the Boston Bruins. Marchand's return is anticipated closely by fans as his presence could be pivotal for the Panthers' playoff hopes. Marchand's transition to the Panthers remains a point of intrigue given his long tenure with the Bruins.
Indian stock markets experienced a significant decline in February, with Sensex dropping over 4,000 points, leading to a Rs 40 lakh crore erosion in market capitalization. The Nifty 50 encountered its longest losing streak since 1996. Experts see this as a mostly technical correction, potentially leading to a future rebound.
Reports emerged from Bhind and Morena about animal cruelty. In Bhind, a dog was tortured and killed. The attackers even pulled out its teeth. In Morena, a woman and her son killed a dog and her puppies. Videos of both incidents circulated online. Police have registered cases against the accused under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act.
South Korea's impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol defends his December 3 martial law decree, stating it was a legitimate exercise of presidential authority. Following his impeachment, Yoon remains under investigation for insurrection, abuse of power, and other offences, with questioning currently underway.
Actor Allu Arjun was granted regular bail after the incident at Sandhya Theatre in Hyderabad during the premiere of 'Pushpa 2: The Rule', where a stampede caused one death and left a child injured. Allu Arjun's father announced financial assistance for the deceased woman's family.
Maharashtra's new government has allocated ministerial portfolios. The Shiv Sena retained most of its previous portfolios. The BJP secured key departments like revenue and water resources. The NCP gained control of food and civil supplies, medical education, and other areas. Several ministers of state were also appointed with multiple responsibilities.