Australia pulled off a historic victory over England in their Champions Trophy 2025 opener, achieving the highest successful run chase in ICC ODI history by surpassing a target of 351. Jos Inglis led with an unbeaten 120, aided by Alex Carey's 69. Despite Ben Duckett's 165 for England, Australia's strategic batting and late heroics sealed their triumph.
Kash Patel takes charge as the new FBI director, following a narrow Senate confirmation and a ceremony at the White House. While President Trump lauds Patel, concerns arise about his allegiance and past comments regarding political targeting. Patel plans significant structural changes within the FBI, focusing on crime-fighting efforts.
February 21 is International Mother Language Day, promoting linguistic diversity amidst globalization. With over 8,000 languages worldwide, many are endangered. UNESCO stresses the need for multilingual education to enhance learning and cultural ties. Rooted in Bangladesh's 1952 linguistic movement, this day now encourages safeguarding linguistic diversity by 2030 to achieve sustainable development goals.
Australia conquered a record target of 352 against England in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, propelled by Josh Inglis' maiden century. Ben Duckett's historic 165 set England’s massive total, but Inglis, with Alex Carey and Glenn Maxwell, orchestrated Australia's triumphant chase, securing victory with 15 balls to spare. This win marks the highest successful chase in an ICC event.
In 'Dragon,' Pradeep Ranganathan's portrayal of Ragavan weaves humor and emotional depth. Director Ashwath Marimuthu crafts a tale of academic ruin and moral redemption, supported by stellar performances from Anupama Parameswaran and Mysskin. This engaging narrative brings together comedy and drama effectively, even while tackling pacing quirks. Rated 3.5/5.
In a thrilling match at the Women's Premier League 2025, Mumbai Indians edged out Royal Challengers Bengaluru with a four-wicket win. Amanjot Kaur was the star, showcasing her skills with 3-22 in bowling and a crucial unbeaten 34 in batting. Despite Ellyse Perry's impressive 81 which led RCB to 167/7, MIs successfully chased down the target, placing them second on the points table while RCB still held onto their top position.
Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' continues its strong performance at the box office, eyeing a total of ₹235 crore by the end of its second week. Despite a slight decline after the Shivaji Jayanti surge, the film remains 2025's leading Hindi release. Directed by Laxman Utekar, it has been praised for its portrayal of Maratha history.
Aadar Jain's wedding in Mumbai was a dazzling affair with Bollywood celebrities like Kareena Kapoor and Alia Bhatt donning exquisite sarees. Kareena Kapoor wore a splendid red Ritu Kumar saree, Alia Bhatt chose a pink Sabyasachi, and Karisma Kapoor stunned in an ivory Kanjeevaram by Tarun Tahiliani. The event was a celebration of traditional Indian fashion, blending designer couture with heritage jewelry.
Everton and Manchester United battled to a 2-2 draw where a late penalty decision turned heads. Everton led through Beto and Doucouré, but United's Fernandes and Ugarte pulled them back. VAR overturned a late, controversial penalty for Everton, sparking debate about its fairness amidst league position tensions.
The UP Board has rescheduled exams in Prayagraj due to Mahakumbh crowds, shifting them from February 24 to March 9. High school and intermediate students taking Hindi, Healthcare, and Military Science will follow their original exam timings. With over 8,140 centers, including sensitive areas, state-level supervision ensures smooth conduct, while toll-free support remains available. Other districts' exams remain unaffected.