Former batter Ahmed Shehzad warns Pakistan's bowlers about an impending top performance from Virat Kohli, which may come in Sunday's Champions Trophy match. Kohli recently showed signs of returning to form with a 52-run knock against England. However, Shehzad emphasizes the importance of India's top-order batting long to avoid exposing their all-rounders early.
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On February 15, a frenzy gripped Dubai International Airport as fans gathered to see the Indian cricket team arrive for the ICC Champions Trophy. Though mostly calm, the airport buzzed with excitement as players like Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and captain Rohit Sharma appeared. India faces Bangladesh in their opening match on February 20.
14-year-old Pratip Dey remains without a safe home a month after losing his mother, cousin, and aunt. Authorities are working to place him with relatives or potential adoptive families, but legal and procedural hurdles must first be cleared, including action against his father.
In north Kashmir's Kupwara district, unknown gunmen fatally shot a civilian, Ghulam Rasool Magray, during a power outage late Saturday. The incident occurred outside Magray's home in Kandi Khas, four days after a terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Authorities have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the killing, while political figures are demanding accountability.
In Bengaluru's Chandra Layout, police arrested four individuals for moral policing. A woman, wearing a Burqa, was confronted by community members for speaking with a man from a different community while on a scooter. The woman filed a complaint, leading to the arrests, including a juvenile. Authorities confirmed that no violence occurred during the incident. An investigation is currently underway.
Bombay High Court acquitted a 19-year-old accused and modified the punishment for another in a sexual harassment case involving a minor, ruling that a single instance of following does not constitute stalking under IPC or Pocso Act. The prosecution must demonstrate repeated or constant contact.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), facing criticism for low conviction rates, successfully convicted a retired senior transport official in an 11-year-old bribery case. Rajendra Aknath Nerkar, along with an accomplice, was sentenced for accepting a bribe to return bus documents. This conviction highlights ACB's commitment to prosecuting high-ranking officials despite past challenges with evidence and witness availability.
Technology stocks tumbled as President Trump's new tariff policies incited market panic, with Apple leading the sharp decline at nearly 9%. The Nasdaq Composite fell over 5%, its worst performance in five years. Trump imposed tariffs on imports, including a 34% tax on China, escalating fears of a global trade war.
Union Minister CR Patil, in a strong statement against terrorism, refused all welcoming gestures at a Gujarat event following the Pahalgam attack that killed 26. Patil declared he would not accept bouquets or mementos until the terrorists are brought to justice.
Proposed wage mandates for H-1B visa holders, including a requirement to pay at least the median local wage, may hinder US companies from hiring skilled foreign workers, warns an NFAP study. These mandates could force employers to move jobs offshore, particularly affecting recent graduates in science and engineering, and could weaken the US workforce in key technology sectors.
The Embassy of India in Bangkok has issued an emergency helpline for Indian nationals in Thailand following a powerful earthquake in Myanmar that impacted the region. The embassy is coordinating with Thai authorities and no incidents involving Indian citizens have been reported yet. Prime Minister Modi expressed readiness to assist affected nations.