Deepak Hooda, who was bought by CSK for INR 1.7 crore at the IPL 2024 mega auction, drew criticism from fans for his sluggish knock of 22 runs off 21 balls in their IPL 2025 match against SRH. This was following his poor performance in the previous three games for the team. Despite his overall record of 1494 runs in the IPL, Hooda's strike rate and consistency have been questioned by fans. Meanwhile, Harshal Patel's 4/28 helped SRH restrict CSK to 154, with debutants Dewald Brevis and Ayush Mhatre contributing 42 and 30 runs, respectively.
Tejashwi Yadav, leader of the opposition in Bihar, has strongly criticised the Central government over the recent terror attack in Pahalgam. He questioned the failure of intelligence agencies despite intense security presence in the area. Yadav also alleged that the government is misusing investigative agencies for political gains, instead of focusing on national security. He drew parallels with the Pulwama attack in 2019 and demanded transparency in the investigation process. Yadav's statements echo the sentiments of other opposition leaders who are calling for accountability and clarity in the aftermath of the Pahalgam tragedy.
The second day of WrestleMania 41 will see WWE Champion Cody Rhodes take on legendary wrestler John Cena. The Women's Championship title will also be on the line as Iyo Sky defends her title against Bianca Belair. In addition, there will be a Sin City Street Fight between Damien Priest and Drew McIntyre, as well as a Women's Tag Team Championship matchup between Liv Morgan & Raquel Rodrigues and Bayley & Lya Valkyria. The first day of WrestleMania saw Jey Uso become the World Heavyweight Champion and Seth Rollins come out on top in a triple-threat match.
Actress Urvashi Rautela recently made headlines when she claimed there was a temple dedicated to her in Uttarakhand. This drew backlash and anger from locals and priests. In response, her team issued a statement clarifying that Rautela never claimed ownership of the temple and that the media misunderstood her words. They also warned of potential legal action against those misrepresenting her statements. This controversy sheds light on the need for respectful discourse and fact-checking in society.
On the eve of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar's birth anniversary, UP Higher Education Minister Yogendra Upadhyay led a 'Jai Bhim Padyatra' in Lucknow to commemorate the social reformer's legacy. Upadhyay highlighted Ambedkar's belief in education as a tool for social change and urged the youth to embrace constitutional values for an inclusive society. The event drew hundreds of youths and emphasized the dissemination of social justice and equality, reflecting Ambedkar's vision under PM Modi's leadership.
Comedian Kunal Kamra's stand-up act at a show in Mumbai's Khar area has caused a stir as he took a dig at the state's political scenario, specifically targeting Shiv Sena leader Eknath Shinde. Kamra's parody song and use of the term 'gaddar' (traitor) in his act sparked controversy and drew criticism from members of Shiv Sena. However, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray has defended Kamra's right to express his opinion and pointed out that the attack on him was not carried out by Shiv Sena workers.
The death of Mimi, an Asian short-clawed otter, at Washington Wetland Centre has shocked her keepers and the public who were enamored by her love story with fellow otter Musa. The conservation otter also drew attention for her successful birth control implant, but it was her bond with Musa that captured hearts. Thanks to the efforts of volunteers, the cafe where Mimi lived her final years will continue to operate.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking at a Purim celebration at the National Police Academy, drew a comparison between the story of Purim and the current conflict between Israel and Iran. He warned that the Jewish state must be prepared to defend itself against the modern-day Persian threat, just as the Jewish people were saved from annihilation in Persia. This came in the wake of the passing of Maxine Jacobs Bally, a long-time resident of Columbus and a beacon of love and warmth for her family and friends, who passed away on Feb. 7, 2025.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has cautioned party workers in Gujarat to distance themselves from those who are aligned with the BJP. During his visit to Ahmedabad, Gandhi emphasized the need to identify and remove those who are disconnected from the public and the Congress ideology. He also hinted at a major overhaul of the state unit for the upcoming 2027 assembly elections and pledged a strong strategy to defeat the BJP. In his address, Gandhi drew a clear delineation between honest, public-serving leaders and those who are aligned with the BJP and lack respect for the people they represent.
In what is being hailed as a blueprint for the state's future, Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai introduced the budget, highlighting the themes of Good Governance, Accelerated Infrastructure, Technology, and Industrial Growth (GATI). However, it drew criticism from opposition parties who termed it as 'disappointing', with accusations of neglect towards farmers and the unemployed. This comes in the year of 'Atal Nirman Varsh', honoring former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's birth centenary.