West Indies won the toss and elected to bowl against Nepal in the 25th Group C match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai, starting 11 AM IST. After convincing wins over Scotland and England, the table-toppers look set to seal a Super 8 berth, while Nepal aim to challenge […]
Maha Shivaratri is being observed nationwide with deep devotion, fasting, and charity. The day commemorates Lord Shiva’s manifestation as the sacred Linga. Temples host special pujas and Rudrabhishekams, while devotees remain awake through the night chanting ‘Om Namah Shivaya.’ Observers believe sincere fasting on this auspicious occasion cleanse sins.
Pro-Palestine activists protested in Hyderabad against US President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” for Gaza and PM Modi’s reported Israel visit. Organised by IPSP and allied groups, demonstrations were held nationwide. Protesters accused the Centre of siding with Israel. In Pune, 23 activists were detained despite the peaceful protest.
Christopher Latham Sholes, born February 14, 1819, invented the QWERTY keyboard and developed the first practical typewriter. Facing slow, error-prone handwriting, he designed a wooden-metal typewriter and arranged keys to prevent jams. In 1873, Remington accepted his design, revolutionizing writing, and office work, creating a layout still used worldwide today.
Following the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s election victory, PM Modi may be invited to Tarique Rahman’s swearing-in. Modi recently congratulated Rahman and reaffirmed India’s commitment to regional peace and prosperity. The ceremony is expected to host major regional leaders, highlighting diplomatic outreach, though official confirmations.
JP Morgan says AI won’t replace IT services but will create more work. AI will help companies handle more projects and modernize legacy systems, build AI tools, and improve reliability. IT firms, called the “plumbers of the tech world,” will remain essential for integration, customization, and supporting enterprise technology needs.
A 51-year-old Filipino food vlogger died after eating a toxic “devil crab” she filmed for social media. Emma Amit harvested and cooked the crab in Palawan but fell gravely ill the next day. Despite medical efforts, she died on February 6. Authorities warn residents the crab’s lethal toxins remain deadly even after cooking.
Oman crashed out of the ICC T20 World Cup after a heavy 96-run defeat to Ireland in Colombo. Ireland kept their Super 8 hopes alive by posting a huge 235 and later dismissing Oman for 139 in 18 overs. With three straight losses, Oman’s campaign ended on a disappointing note, as the remaining contest turned […]
Oman’s Playing XI: Aamir Kaleem, Jatinder Singh (c), Hammad Mirza, Ashish Odedara, Nadeem, Jiten Ramanandi, Vinayak Shukla, Nadeem Khan, Sufyan, Shah Faisal, and Shakeel.Ireland’s Playing XI: Ross Adair, Tim Tector, Harry Tector, Lorcan Tucker (c), Curtis Campher, Dockrell, Gareth Delany, Mark Adair, Barry McCarthy, Humphreys, and Joshua Little.
Attorney Chuck N. Chionuma, representing 105+ Air India Flight AI-171 victims’ families, urged them not to sign the airline’s proposed settlement, calling it “problematic” for releasing Air India, manufacturers, operators, and government entities from all liabilities. Families are advised to wait for AIP data before assessing damages or signing any agreement.
The Telugu mythological film ‘Vanaveera,’ directed by Avinash Thiruveedhula and starring Simran Chaudhary, released unnoticed at the box office. Following Raghu, a carefree man, the story involves political chaos when Deva’s followers misuse his bike. Vanaveera is now streaming on Prime Video in Telugu, Hindi, and Tamil, with English subtitles.
“Funky” is a below-par comedy drama, feeling like a collection of random scenes stitched together. Anudeep KV leans heavily on one-liners, neglecting the story and screenplay. Vishwak Sen and Kayadu Lohar deliver good performances, but despite a few jokes landing, the film overall fails to engage, making it a disappointing outing. #Rating: 2.75/5.
Indian stock markets faced significant declines today as investors reacted to volatility. The BSE Sensex dropped 799.56 points to 82,875.36, while the NSE Nifty-50 slipped 259 points, settling at 25,549.20. The domestic currency also weakened, with rupee trading at 90.66 against the US dollar. Market analysts cite global cues as key factors driving losses.
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 action continues today with three exciting clashes. Group B opens with Australia facing Zimbabwe at 11 am, followed by Canada taking on UAE in Group D at 3 pm. The day concludes with a Group A showdown between USA and Netherlands at 7 pm. Fans can also catch all […]