Congress spokesperson Dr Shama Mohamed deleted her post criticizing Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma’s fitness after backlash from BJP. She had called Sharma “overweight” and the “most unimpressive captain India has ever had.” Defending herself, she claimed it was a “generic” remark on fitness, not body-shaming. “It was not body-shaming… I just tweeted about that,” she told ANI. Congress distanced itself from her comments, with leader Pawan Khera stating it was not the party’s stance. BJP leaders, including Shehzad Poonawalla, hit back, calling Congress’ criticism ironic given its election record. Shama was advised to be more cautious.

The Oscars 2025 red carpet was a mix of glamour, drama, and bold style choices. Bows made a strong comeback, with Elle Fanning in Givenchy and Cynthia Erivo in Louis Vuitton leading the trend. Doja Cat turned heads in a leopard-print Balmain, while Ariana Grande wowed in a sculptural Schiaparelli gown. Metallics were everywhere, with Mindy Kaling and Halle Berry embracing the shimmer. Red remained a classic favorite, seen on Gal Gadot and Zoe Saldana. But the biggest surprise? Adam Sandler ditched the usual tux and arrived in shorts and a sweatshirt, making the ultimate fashion statement.

Ola Electric has laid off over 1,000 employees and contract workers in its second round of job cuts in four months. The move affects charging infrastructure, customer relations, and sales as the company automates operations. Ola posted a 50% rise in losses for Q4 2024, while its stock has fallen 60% since its August IPO. CEO Bhavish Aggarwal had set a 50,000-unit sales target for breakeven, but February sales hit just 25,000 units. Ola says restructuring aims to cut costs and improve margins, though consumer complaints and competition continue to challenge its market position.

Congress distanced itself from spokesperson Shama Mohamed’s remark calling Rohit Sharma "fat for a sportsman" and the "most unimpressive" Indian captain. Following backlash from BJP leaders and cricket fans, Congress asked her to delete the post. BJP accused Congress of "body-shaming" a World Cup winner, with Radhika Khera slamming the party for "humiliating athletes for decades." Mohamed defended her comment, stating it was about fitness, not body-shaming. Meanwhile, India secured a 44-run victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy, entering the semi-finals against Australia on March 4. Congress reiterated respect for sporting icons and urged caution.

UK PM Keir Starmer unveiled a four-point plan to secure Ukraine’s sovereignty, forming a “coalition of the willing” with European nations. At a summit with 18 leaders, including Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky, Starmer stressed military aid, economic pressure on Russia, and post-war security guarantees. France and the UK proposed a one-month truce, while the EU called for rearming Europe. Starmer announced £1.6B for Ukraine’s air defense. Zelensky, after a tense meeting with Trump, met King Charles III and reiterated Ukraine’s readiness to sign a U.S. minerals deal. NATO Secretary General Rutte emphasized Europe's commitment to sustaining Ukraine’s fight.

At the 97th Academy Awards, host Conan O'Brien surprised viewers by greeting Indian audiences in Hindi during his opening monologue. He said, "Namaskar. Nashte ke saath Oscar dekhna," translating to, "Greetings to the people of India. It's morning there, so I hope you're having breakfast with the Oscars." This marked the first time an Oscars host addressed Indian viewers in their native language. The gesture received mixed reactions on social media; some praised O'Brien's effort to connect with the Indian audience, while others critiqued his pronunciation. One user commented, "Conan O'Brien deserves an Oscar for best attempt at a foreign language! Good job, though the Hindi was definitely Hinding!" Another remarked, "Good attempt, but frankly, Conan totally butchered the Hindi greeting!" Nonetheless, O'Brien's attempt highlighted the Oscars' recognition of India's growing global cinematic influence.

Latvian film Flow made history by winning Best Animated Feature at the Oscars 2025, beating Inside Out 2, The Wild Robot, Memoir of a Snail, and Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl. Directed by Gints Zilbalodis, the film follows a group of animals navigating a world without humans as rising waters threaten their survival. The filmmakers expressed pride in Latvia’s first Oscar nomination and win, saying, “We must all overcome our differences and work together.”   Meanwhile, Iranian filmmakers Hossein Molayemi and Shirin Sohani won Best Animated Short Film for In the Shadow of the Cypress. The duo arrived in the U.S. just hours before the ceremony, quickly changing into formal attire in a public restroom. Their win marks a significant achievement for Iranian cinema.

India secured a 44-run victory over New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, but Ravindra Jadeja faced criticism for running on the pitch while appealing for Tom Latham’s wicket. Commentator Simon Doull slammed Jadeja, saying, “You can’t do that.” Despite the controversy, Varun Chakravarthy’s five-wicket haul led India to defend 249. Kuldeep Yadav took two wickets, while Axar Patel, Hardik Pandya, and Jadeja claimed one each. Kane Williamson’s 81 kept New Zealand in the chase, but India’s spinners dominated. With this win, India topped the group and will face Australia in the semi-finals.

Haryana Congress worker Himani Narwal, 22, was found dead inside a suitcase near a Rohtak bus stand. The suspect, Sachin from Bahadurgarh, was arrested in Delhi two days later. During interrogation, he confessed to the crime, revealing they had been in a relationship. Sachin alleged that Himani had extorted large sums from him and was demanding more, leading to frustration and the subsequent murder at her Rohtak residence. He then disposed of her body in the suitcase. Himani gained prominence after being photographed with Congress MP Rahul Gandhi during the Bharat Jodo Yatra. Her family, initially refusing cremation until the arrest, now demands the death penalty for the perpetrator.

Sean Baker became the first filmmaker to win four Oscars for a single film, securing awards for Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing, and Best Picture for Anora. The film’s lead, Mikey Madison, won Best Actress for her role as a sex worker who marries a Russian playboy. While Parasite won four Oscars in 2020, only three were credited to Bong Joon Ho personally. Walt Disney previously won four Oscars in one night in 1954, but for different films. Baker’s historic achievement cements Anora as a defining film of the 97th Academy Awards.