The Supreme Court said on Tuesday that the change in Delhi’s government might help solve issues related to the Yamuna. This includes cleaning the river and ensuring fair water supply from Haryana. The court has been monitoring the matter since 2021. Justice BR Gavai said, “With the change of government, all disputes might get resolved.” The BJP now controls Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. The party has promised to clean the river. Last week, it launched a three-year plan, deployed machines, and took action against industries polluting the Yamuna. The situation is being closely watched.

Iran has strengthened security around its nuclear sites, fearing a possible attack by the US and Israel, reports The Telegraph. The country has deployed more air defence systems to protect key nuclear and missile facilities. Concerns are rising over a joint military operation by Israel and the US. Earlier, US intelligence warned both the Biden and Trump administrations about Israel’s plans to target Iran’s nuclear sites. Tensions in the region remain high as Iran continues military drills. The situation is being closely watched by global powers.

Sana Mir criticized Pakistan's squad selection for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, following their early elimination after losses to New Zealand and India. Mir argued that the team's fate was sealed when the squad was announced, highlighting issues with their pace attack and overreliance on part-time spinners. She pointed out that even top captains like MS Dhoni wouldn't have been able to turn things around. Mir also expressed disappointment over Mohammad Haris's exclusion despite his potential, questioning the selection process. She called for a complete overhaul of Pakistan's cricket system to avoid further failures.

Pat Cummins, Australia's regular cricket captain, denied remarks attributed to him about India’s venue advantage in the 2025 Champions Trophy. A media outlet misquoted him, falsely claiming he called the tournament a "farce" due to India choosing its venue. Cummins clarified that while he discussed India's advantage of playing all matches at the same Dubai venue, he never criticized the tournament's structure. The error was based on comments made by English commentator Jonathan Agnew, who criticized the practice of selecting specific venues for international tournaments. Cummins is sidelined from the tournament due to an ankle injury but is focused on his recovery.

Rachin Ravindra made history by becoming the first player to score a century on debut in both the ICC World Cup and the ICC Champions Trophy. In New Zealand's recent match against Bangladesh, Ravindra's 112 runs were instrumental in securing a five-wicket victory, propelling New Zealand into the semi-finals. His performance was particularly impressive given his unfamiliar batting position at number four and his return from a concussion earlier in the month. Teammate Tom Latham praised Ravindra's composure under pressure, highlighting his ability to absorb pressure and turn it into a match-winning innings.

India has banned the production and export of opioids tapentadol and carisoprodol, following a report highlighting their role in West Africa's opioid crisis. Aveo Pharmaceuticals, based in Mumbai, was found illegally exporting these drugs to Nigeria, Ghana, and the Ivory Coast. A BBC investigation revealed that Aveo was aware of the drugs' harmful effects but continued their distribution due to high profits. Following a factory raid and stock seizure, the Indian government halted Aveo’s operations and revoked its manufacturing licenses. The move aims to curb the drug abuse crisis, particularly in Nigeria, where millions suffer from opioid addiction.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has declared the state's readiness for a "language war" against the Centre's National Education Policy (NEP), accusing it of imposing Hindi and threatening Tamil. He criticized the policy for undermining social justice and rejecting the NEP despite offers of financial aid. Stalin emphasized that the opposition is not to language itself but to the imposition of a language. Meanwhile, BJP leaders, including Tamilisai Soundarajan, accused DMK of hypocrisy, pointing to the use of CBSE schools and the removal of Hindi signage by DMK workers. Tensions remain high as Tamil Nadu asserts its position on protecting regional languages.

Australia and South Africa are gearing up for an explosive ODI in Rawalpindi, with both teams featuring powerful batting line-ups. Australia, having lost all four of their previous ODIs, seeks redemption, while South Africa, plagued by injuries, hopes to overcome their recent struggles. The teams have a history of achieving mammoth totals, including multiple 400+ scores. With both sides aiming for a spot in the semifinals, a high-scoring contest is expected, potentially challenging the record for the highest aggregate in an ODI match (872). Rain could disrupt the proceedings, but victory will be crucial for either team’s path to the final four.

India has unveiled its first 410-meter Hyperloop test track at IIT Madras' Discovery Campus in Thaiyur. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared a video on December 5, 2024, highlighting the completion of the track. This collaborative project involves Indian Railways, IIT Madras' Avishkar Hyperloop team, and the TuTr Hyperloop startup. The test track is designed for initial speeds of 100 km/h, with plans to increase to approximately 600 km/h in subsequent trials. If successful, Hyperloop technology could revolutionize India's transportation network, offering high-speed, affordable, and sustainable travel options.

Tanmay Bhat's viral video, "MEMES GOT LATENT," humorously addresses the controversy surrounding Ranveer Allahbadia's inappropriate joke on India's Got Latent. Released on February 24, the video has amassed nearly 2 million views. Tanmay, alongside comedians like Rohan Joshi and Kaustubh Agarwal, recalls amusing moments from the show, including Samay Raina's involvement. The video also features Tanmay joking about Ranveer's unresponsiveness to his invitation and riffing on past incidents from the show. Meanwhile, Ranveer and Ashish Chanchlani appeared before the Maharashtra Cyber Cell to record statements about the controversy.