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Ahead of India’s key semi-final in the ICC T20 World Cup, head coach Gautam Gambhir visited the revered Siddhivinayak Temple with his family to seek divine blessings. Earlier, cricketers Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, and Axar Patel also offered prayers there. Temple priests performed special rituals, wishing success for Team India in the big match.
Ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup semi-final clash with England, India’s fielding lapses have drawn attention after the side dropped 13 catches in the tournament. Bowling coach Morne Morkel defended the players, stating mistakes are unintentional. He emphasized the team’s consistent fielding practice and admitted that accidental drops can happen.
Flight services between Kolkata and Dubai partially resumed today after a 4-day suspension due to Middle East tensions. A flydubai aircraft carrying 130 passengers landed at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport and later departed with 55 passengers. Flights were earlier halted due to airspace restrictions linked to the US, Israel, and Iran conflict.
Flight operations at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad have been disrupted after rising tensions in West Asia forced airlines to cancel 31 services. The affected routes include 16 incoming and 15 outgoing flights linked to Gulf destinations. Thousands of passengers were left stranded at the airport, while airlines cited safety concerns.
Alphabet-owned Google announced a major policy overhaul for Android, allowing developers to use their own billing systems and direct users for purchases. The changes, aimed at boosting competition and consumer choice, resolve its long-running dispute with Epic Games, enabling Fortnite’s return to Google Play and easier third-party app store access.
Delhi Traffic Police booked over 1,200 motorists for drunk driving during a special Holi enforcement drive across the city. Data showed 1,204 challans for drunken driving and 3,725 for other violations. The western range reported the highest cases. Police set up checkpoints and breath analyser tests, urging citizens to celebrate responsibly and follow traffic rules.
➢World Information Architecture Day, ➢1901: Birth of film actor Eelapata Raghuramaiah, ➢1917: Birth of old film actress Kanchanamala, ➢1953: Death of former Russian President Stalin, ➢1958: Birth of top film actor Nasser, ➢1984: Birth of film actress Aarti Agarwal, ➢1985: Birth of actress Varalakshmi Sarathkumar, and ➢1997: Birth of heroine Meenakshi Chowdhury.
Star actor Sonu Sood has once again exemplified selfless generosity by helping passengers stranded in Dubai due to cancelled flights caused by the ongoing Gulf conflict. He offered free accommodation for anyone affected, regardless of nationality, and urged people to prioritize humanity during crises. Fans are also lauding his unwavering compassion.
Power star Pawan Kalyan’s “Ustaad Bhagat Singh” has been preponed from March 22 to March 19, 2026, following the postponement of Yash’s Toxic, creating a clash with “Dhurandhar: The Revenge.” Produced by Mythri Movie Makers, the film stars Sreeleela, Raashii Khanna, and others, with music by Devi Sri Prasad and a background score by Thaman.
Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Gopichand Malineni have reunited after the success of “Veera Simha Reddy,” raising high expectations. According to the latest buzz, the makers are planning to cast Manchu Manoj as the antagonist. Manoj, who impressed with a negative role in “Mirai,” is reportedly considering the offer for the well-written character.
Indian-origin Punjabi YouTuber and social media influencer Nancy Grewal was fatally stabbed to death in her home in LaSalle, Ontario, Canada. The 45‑year‑old, known for outspoken commentary on Indo‑Canadian issues and controversial Khalistan topics, was found injured and later died in hospital. Authorities are probing the isolated homicide with no suspect yet.
In Nagpur, Maharashtra, a four-year-old boy suffered severe burns after his grandmother, Sindhu Thackeray, poured boiling water on him during Holi celebrations. CCTV footage showed the child splashing colored water on her, prompting the attack. He sustained burns over 45% of his lower body while another woman tried to cool him with normal water.
India: Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan, Suryakumar Yadav (C), Hardik Pandya, Tilak Verma, Shivam Dubey, Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarthy, and Jasprit Bumrah.England: Phil Salt, Jos Buttler, Brook (C), Jacob Bethell, Tom Banton, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Liam Dawson, Jofra Archer, and Adil Rashid.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a DANICS officer’s plea challenging a disciplinary penalty over a 2016 land acquisition order allowing a ₹3.26 crore refund. Upholding the CAT decision, the court cited delay in filing and said the officer lacked authority to reverse acquisition proceedings. It found no procedural illegality and rejected claims of discrimination.
Zimbabwe’s cricketers finally began returning home following their T20 World Cup campaign, stranded in Delhi due to Gulf airspace closures after US and Israeli strikes on Iran. The team, which had notable wins over Australia and Sri Lanka but exited in the Super Eights, left on alternate flights after the ICC revised travel arrangements.