German Chancellor Olaf Scholz lost a confidence vote, triggering early elections on February 23rd. His coalition collapsed two months prior, leaving him leading a minority government. Scholz failed to secure enough votes, prompting President Steinmeier to likely dissolve parliament. The election will decide Germany's economic future and leadership amidst criticism of Scholz's economic policies.
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India struggled significantly against Australia's pace attack at the Gabba, reeling at 22/3 after Australia posted nearly 450 runs. Starc and Hazlewood ripped through the top order, dismissing Jaiswal, Gill, and Kohli cheaply. Starc's two early wickets and Hazlewood's dismissal of Kohli left India in dire straits. Cummins later added Pant's wicket, deepening India's woes.
Russia's defence ministry reported the downing of 337 Ukrainian drones overnight, marking the largest drone assault on its territory in three years. The strikes impacted ten regions, including significant disruptions in the Moscow area and border regions like Kursk. Kyiv has yet to comment.
Toronto police are investigating a shooting at a Scarborough pub on Friday night, which injured at least 11 people. The suspect remains at large as the victims, sustaining injuries ranging from minor to critical, were taken to trauma centers. An ongoing investigation is underway.
Shreyas Iyer's selfless act of sacrificing his century for the team's success in Punjab Kings’ IPL opener against Gujarat Titans earned widespread praise. Co-owner Preity Zinta applauded Iyer's leadership and team-first mentality, stating, 'Some 97s are better than a hundred.' Iyer's 97-run knock and strategic decision helped PBKS achieve an imposing total and secured the Player of the Match award.
During the IPL 2025 match between RCB and GT, Liam Livingstone's bat unexpectedly flew out of his hands, amusing fans. RCB struggled initially, with top-order collapses. However, Livingstone's 54-run knock helped RCB reach 169/8. The flying bat moment became a viral sensation, adding a humorous twist to the tense game.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis emphasized the need for a 'Love Jihad' law in Maharashtra, referencing over a lakh complaints. He also spoke about the importance of daughters, women's independence, and the evolving role of women in politics during an International Women's Day event.
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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari expressed concerns about live-in relationships, stating they clash with Indian societal values and could disrupt traditional structures. Citing European examples, he questioned the impact on children and societal norms. He also touched upon the sex ratio imbalance and its potential implications, while firmly condemning marital rape and advocating for consensual rights within marriage.