Six of top-10 firms lose over Rs 3 lakh crore in market cap; TCS, Infosys hit hard

Top Indian firms saw over Rs 3 lakh crore wiped off their market value last week, with IT giants TCS and Infosys leading the decline. A broad market selloff, fueled by global cues and AI disruption fears impacting tech stocks, dragged down valuations. However, select banking and financial stocks like SBI managed to gain.

Lucknow: Woman dies during childbirth; Class 12 student, BA graduate held for illegal C-section

Charlie Kirk Honored by TPUSA Amid Backlash Over Bad Bunny Super Bowl Show

Super Bowl LX became a cultural flashpoint as Bad Bunny’s historic halftime show unfolded alongside a TPUSA alternative event honoring the late Charlie Kirk. Supporters paid tribute to Kirk with dedicated performances, while Bad Bunny delivered a cinematic, message driven production featuring over 300 dancers and a real wedding. Praise and criticism followed, including a sharp reaction from President Trump. The night highlighted a divided audience and two competing visions sharing the same stage.

act check: Viral crash video falsely linked to Jutta Leerdam wardrobe malfunction

The viral video claiming to show Jutta Leerdam crashing and tearing her suit at the Winter Olympics is false. The clip actually shows Suzanne Schulting at a December 2025 World Cup race in Norway, as reported by NU.nl. Meanwhile, Leerdam won gold at Milano Cortina 2026, with Jake Paul celebrating emotionally.

2026–27 Rural Development Budget: VB-G RAM G gets 40% of funds; MGNREGS sees 66% cut

A new rural employment scheme, VB-G RAM G, has secured the largest budget share, overshadowing MGNREGA with a significant allocation. While MGNREGA faces a sharp funding cut, other key rural development projects like PMAY-G and PMGSY have seen substantial increases. The shift in fund-sharing for VB-G RAM G could impact state government spending.

T20 World Cup: Ishan Kishan comes out of syllabus for Pakistan as India win by 61 runs

India turned the much-hyped India-Pakistan clash into a one-sided affair as Ishan Kishan’s belligerent 77 blew Pakistan out of the contest. After setting 175, India’s bowlers ran through a hapless Pakistani batting line-up to seal a thumping win and confirm their Super Eight qualification dominantly.

Fact check: Was Erika Kirk arrested after Candace Owens’ allegations?

Viral social media posts and a YouTube video claimed Erika Kirk was arrested while fleeing to Israel over grooming allegations amplified by Candace Owens. Public court records and US law enforcement databases show no arrest, no investigation, and no charges against her. The screenshots behind the claim remain unverified, and no official source confirms wrongdoing.

11 coastal cities could be submerged by 2100 and millions may be at risk

Louis Sinclair Hospitalised After New Zealand Black Foils Crash in SailGP Auckland

A dramatic crash during Race 3 of SailGP Auckland saw New Zealand’s Black Foils collide with France’s boat, leaving Louis Sinclair and a French crew member hospitalized. Racing was abandoned as safety teams responded quickly. Drivers Quentin Delapierre and Taylor Canfield called it a frightening moment, stressing sailor safety as the priority while officials review what happened.

Gold, Silver likely to consolidate amid Fed rate-cut uncertainty: Analysts

Precious metal prices are set for continued volatility and consolidation as investors await crucial US economic data, including inflation and GDP figures. Market watchers are closely observing Federal Reserve signals for potential rate cut timelines. Gold experienced a sharp correction in February, influenced by stronger US employment data, while silver futures saw a decline.

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‘Touched me repeatedly’: Bihar man held for molesting co-passenger on Hanoi flight

A male passenger, Abdur Rahim, was arrested at Kolkata airport after a co-passenger accused him of repeated inappropriate touching and verbal abuse during a flight from Hanoi. Airline staff intervened, moving the complainant, and handed Rahim over to authorities upon landing. He now faces molestation and verbal abuse charges.

Mrunal Thakur reacts to marriage rumours with Dhanush

Mrunal Thakur recently reacted to rumours of her marriage with Dhanush, calling them amusing. She said love will happen when the time is right and joked, “Woh to shaadi ho rahi hai.” Mrunal added she had to hire a PR team after her address leaked and thanked those “spreading fake rumours” for free publicity.

Shivaji–Tipu row: 9 injured in BJP–Congress clash after Sapkal remark

Rijiju sets March 9 debate on no-confidence against Birla; Nehru’s 1954 message resurfaces

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju announced that the Lok Sabha will debate and vote on a no-confidence motion against the Speaker on March 9. This follows a submission by 118 Congress MPs alleging partisan conduct. Historically, such motions against Speakers are rare, with past instances including those against GV Mavalankar, Sardar Hukum Singh, and Balram Jakhar.