Varun Chakravarthy has been India's star performer, taking crucial wickets as New Zealand struggles at 161/6 in 38 overs. Defending 250 in Dubai, India struck early with Hardik Pandya dismissing Rachin Ravindra. Chakravarthy then removed Will Young with clean bowled, Then Glenn Phillips and Michael Bracewell in quick succession, trapping both LBW. Kane Williamson, with a gritty half-century in 77 balls, remains New Zealand’s key hope alongside Tom Latham. India’s spinners have choked the Kiwis, pushing them into deep trouble. With wickets tumbling, India inches closer to a vital win in their final group-stage clash of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Israel has approved a US-backed ceasefire proposal in Gaza during Ramadan and Passover, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office. The ceasefire follows a 42-day truce but faces opposition from Hamas, which demands a full withdrawal of Israeli forces. Meanwhile, Israel has suspended the entry of supplies into Gaza, citing Hamas’ refusal to extend the initial truce. Egypt is set to host Arab foreign ministers to discuss Gaza’s reconstruction and oppose US plans to resettle Palestinians elsewhere. The conflict’s future remains uncertain, with both sides holding firm on their positions.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has issued strict guidelines limiting IPL 2025 teams to seven practice sessions before their opening match, with only two warm-up games allowed. The directive aims to protect pitch conditions, preventing franchises from holding practice matches on the main square within four days of their first home game. The BCCI will mediate scheduling conflicts if home and away teams request the same practice slot. IPL 2025 starts on March 22 with KKR vs. RCB, featuring 74 matches across 13 venues, with playoffs in Hyderabad and Kolkata.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that the UK and France will collaborate with Ukraine on a peace plan before discussing it with the US. The move follows a tense meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump. Starmer emphasized the need for a "lasting peace" and Europe’s greater role in defense. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch stressed US engagement, while Italy’s Giorgia Meloni echoed calls for unity. Starmer also defended Trump's UK state visit, urging strategic dialogue. The UK aims to bolster defense spending, with European nations urged to increase commitments.

Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lunar lander successfully touched down on the Moon’s Mare Crisium region, becoming the first commercial spacecraft to achieve a fully successful lunar landing. Launched on January 15 aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9, it refined its trajectory for 16 days in lunar orbit before landing on March 2. The lander, carrying 10 NASA payloads, will study heat flow, magnetic fields, and lunar dust behavior for 14 Earth days. This marks a major milestone for private space exploration, paving the way for future missions under NASA’s Artemis program.

The Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj saw over 660 million devotees. Amid the massive gathering, more than 54,000 lost individuals were reunited with their families. The Uttar Pradesh government set up Digital Khoya Paya Kendras, using AI-based facial recognition to help over 35,000 people. NGOs like Bharat Seva Kendra reunited 19,274 individuals, including all 18 missing children. Uttar Pradesh police also played a key role in ensuring safety. These efforts showcased the administration’s commitment to managing the world’s largest religious gathering efficiently while prioritizing devotee welfare.

Anushka Sharma, wife of Virat Kohli, shared a heartwarming moment with Rohit Sharma’s three-month-old son, Ahaan, during India's ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against New Zealand in Dubai. A viral video shows Anushka interacting playfully with Rohit’s wife, Ritika Sajdeh, who held Ahaan in her lap. The adorable exchange captivated cricket fans online. Meanwhile, India struggled with the bat, posting 249/9, with Shreyas Iyer scoring 79. Virat Kohli, playing his 300th ODI, managed only 11 runs before Matt Henry dismissed him. New Zealand’s Henry starred with a five-wicket haul, restricting India’s total.

A Mumbai Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) court has ordered an FIR against former SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch, three SEBI officials, and two BSE executives over alleged stock market fraud linked to a 1994 IPO. SEBI called the complaint "frivolous" and announced plans to challenge the order, arguing it was not given a chance to present its case. The court has instructed the ACB to submit a report within 30 days, closely monitoring the investigation. This comes after Buch’s recent term completion, amid scrutiny over regulatory lapses. SEBI remains firm in contesting the ruling.    

Virat Kohli made history by becoming the first cricketer to play 300 ODIs alongside 100 Tests and 100 T20Is. As India faced New Zealand in their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group A match, Kohli became the 7th Indian and 18th overall to reach the 300-ODI milestone. Before this match, he had scored 14,085 runs in 299 ODIs, setting multiple records as the fastest batter to cross 8,000 to 14,000 runs. Kohli, coming off a century against Pakistan, managed only 11 runs against New Zealand. India and New Zealand remain unbeaten in the tournament.

Pro-Ukraine protests swept across the US after Donald Trump and JD Vance’s heated exchange with Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House. Demonstrations took place in New York, Los Angeles, and Boston, with protesters holding pro-Ukraine signs. In Vermont, activists disrupted Vice President Vance’s family ski trip, forcing them to move to an undisclosed location. Trump told Zelensky to “make a deal with Russia” or lose US support, sparking outrage. Meanwhile, Zelensky is set to meet European leaders in London for a Ukraine war summit. Counter-protesters supporting Trump and Vance were also present in Vermont.