February 2025 Archive – Top India News, Sports, Entertainment & Tech

Shaktikanta Das, former RBI governor, is appointed as the second Principal Secretary to PM Narendra Modi, a freshly minted role. His vast experience, including managing demonetization and pandemic-related economic challenges, will enhance policy-making in the Prime Minister's Office. This appointment aligns with PM Modi's term and is set to bolster the advisory framework alongside PK Mishra.

Chinelle Henry stunned the Women’s Premier League 2025 with an electrifying 18-ball fifty, leading UP Warriorz to a 33-run triumph over Delhi Capitals. Her blistering knock of 62 in just 23 balls, along with Kranti Goud and Grace Harris's bowling artistry, dismantled Delhi, boosting UP Warriorz's standings.

Pakistan's cricket team faces a critical match against India in Rawalpindi, which will determine their fate in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. With elimination at stake, Coach Aaqib Javed urges consistency in player performance while also addressing recent performance critiques. Weather conditions may influence the match schedule, adding to the challenges.

India and Pakistan gear up for a high-stakes ICC Champions Trophy match in Dubai. India, on a six-match winning streak against Pakistan, aims for a semifinal spot, while Pakistan fights to stay in the tournament. India relies on Shubman Gill and a formidable spin attack, while Pakistan hopes Babar Azam can overcome his recent struggles.

Vicky Kaushal's historical epic, Chhaava, continues to dominate the box office with stellar figures. On its ninth day, the film raked in ₹44 crore in India, boosting its domestic total to ₹286.75 crore. With global earnings reaching ₹393.35 crore, Chhaava is set to surpass Vicky's past hits like Uri and Raazi. High audience engagement in major metros and predictions of crossing ₹400 crore globally mark it as Bollywood's first 2025 blockbuster.

Arsenal suffered a blow in their Premier League title chase with a 1-0 loss to West Ham at home. Jarrod Bowen's critical goal and a red card for Myles Lewis-Skelly left the Gunners eight points behind Liverpool, snapping their unbeaten streak.

In a nail-biting cricket match at the DY Patil Stadium, the Pathan brothers led India Masters to a narrow victory over Sri Lanka Masters by 4 runs. Stuart Binny, along with Yusuf and Irfan Pathan, showcased stellar performances to overpower Sri Lanka's valiant chase led by Kumar Sangakkara and Jeevan Mendis.

India Masters, led by Sachin Tendulkar, narrowly defeated Sri Lanka Masters in the International Masters League 2025 opener, thanks to brilliant performances by Stuart Binny and Yusuf Pathan. Despite a strong chase led by Kumar Sangakkara, Sri Lanka fell short by four runs, with Abhimanyu Mithun's final over proving decisive.

Signs point to a potential shake-up in Pakistan's lineup as star batter Babar Azam missed a key training session before their crucial Champions Trophy match against India. Though interim coach Aaqib Javed says Azam opted to rest, rumors swirl about his exclusion after criticism of his recent performance. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi's push for a win intensifies the stakes of the upcoming game.

In a thrilling turn of events at the Women's Premier League 2025, UP Warriorz Women secured a remarkable 33-run win against Delhi Capitals. Chinelle Henry's blistering 62 and Grace Harris' hat-trick in the last over were key. Kranti Goud's four wickets shattered Delhi's lineup, ending UP Warriorz's losing streak and marking the first successful defense of a total in the tournament.