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The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Friday, February 28, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 74201.77, down at 410.66 points or 0.55%, and the Nifty was at 22433.40, down at 111.65 points or 0.50%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.35 against the dollar.
Rose Girone, the oldest known Holocaust survivor, passed away at 113 in Bellmore, New York. Pregnant when her husband was sent to Buchenwald, she later fled Germany for Shanghai. Her daughter remembered her as resilient and wise. The Claims Conference reports 245,000 Holocaust survivors remain, including 14,000 in New York.
Gujarat Giants restricted RCB to 125/7 in their WPL 2025 clash. Asked to bat first, Smriti Mandhana (10), Danni Wyatt (4), Ellyse Perry (0), Richa Ghosh (9) failed. Raghvi Bist (22), Kanika Ahuja (33), George Wareham (20*), Kim Garth (14*) played crucial innings. They pushed RCB’s score to 125/7 in 20 overs. GG’s Deandra Dottin, […]
Hania Aamir recreated a memorable Om Shanti Om scene in a breathtaking golden gown by Rahul Mishra. With a plunging neckline, asymmetric hemline, and sequins, the gown exuded glamour. Paired with a sheer dupatta and minimal accessories, Hania’s soft waves and bold makeup added to her stunning Bollywood-inspired look, blending nostalgia with modern elegance.
Filmmaker SS Rajamouli faces controversy as Srinivasa Rao, claiming a 34-year friendship with him, accused the director of ruining his life. In a video, Rao alleged Rajamouli sabotaged his career and personal life over a woman. “I gave up my love for our friendship, yet he turned against me,” he said, adding that their fallout […]
BJP Tamil Nadu chief K Annamalai slammed the DMK after reports that “Tamil Thaai Vazhthu” was not sung at a Thiruvallur government event. On X, he criticized ministers and officials for allowing the lapse, calling it “highly condemnable.” He accused DMK of using Tamil for political gain while enabling private schools to sideline the language […]
Ex-opener Shikhar Dhawan on Thursday believes that Rohit Sharma has matured as a leader, balancing leniency and discipline while fostering strong team bonds. With 12 years of experience, Rohit understands handling pressure and guiding teammates, he added. Dhawan praised his leadership, calling it beneficial for Team India.
Pooja Hegde’s special dance number in “Coolie” is now official, with her stunning look in a red dress creating buzz. This marks her third special song after “Rangasthalam” and “F3,” and Lokesh Kanagaraj’s first item song. Fans eagerly await *Coolie*’s teaser, expected in two weeks, as anticipation for the Rajinikanth starrer soars.
A petition to revoke Elon Musk’s Canadian citizenship has over 315,000 signatures. Sponsored by MP Charlie Angus, it accuses Musk of undermining Canada’s sovereignty. Musk, a dual US-Canadian citizen, dismissed the petition but deleted a tweet mocking Canada. Legal experts note revocation is only possible in cases of fraud or misrepresentation.
Afghanistan stunned England with an 8-run victory in the Champions Trophy, knocking them out in a shocking group-stage exit. England captain Jos Buttler, after his team’s shocking exit, addressed his future, stating that all possibilities would be considered. He emphasized that he would not make any emotional statements at the moment.
The Union Cabinet has approved 14 amendments to the Waqf Bill, based on recommendations from a joint parliamentary committee. The bill, proposing 44 changes in Waqf board governance, includes appointing non-Muslim and women members. The opposition has strongly opposed these changes, leading to heated debates over the proposed reforms.
India called Pakistan a “failed state” reliant on international aid, accusing its leadership of spreading military-driven falsehoods at the UNHRC. Indian envoy Kshitij Tyagi condemned Pakistan’s misuse of global platforms, reaffirming that Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh are integral to India and highlighting their progress compared to Pakistan’s instability.
More than 100 police officers from Pakistan’s Punjab Police were dismissed after refusing to perform their duties during the Champions Trophy 2025. The officers were assigned to ensure security for teams but either failed to show up or declined the task. The dismissal follows heightened security concerns amidst the ongoing tournament. The Pakistan team was […]
After watching Chhaava, author Amish Tripathi urged renaming places named after Aurangzeb to honor Chhatrapati Shivaji or Sambhaji Maharaj. Deeply moved by the film, he highlighted their historical significance, emphasizing their role in reviving India’s ancient Dharmic traditions, which he believes were nearly lost by the 17th century.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah rejected Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin’s claim that the state would lose eight Lok Sabha seats due to delimitation. He assured that Tamil Nadu wouldn’t lose a single seat, citing PM Modi’s statement in Parliament that southern states’ representation would remain unchanged even after the delimitation process.