On February 3, 2025, Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched a simplified registration form to help farmers enroll in natural farming. The form, available both online and offline, aims to encourage the adoption of sustainable farming practices. This initiative seeks to boost natural farming across the state in the upcoming farming season.

AR Rahman has been admitted to a private hospital in Chennai, according to reports. While some reports claimed he experienced sudden chest pain, others claimed he had neck pain. A team of doctors is also closely monitoring his condition, the reports added. Several fans wished for his speedy recovery on social media.

Abu Qatal, a key Lashkar-e-Taiba operative and one of its most wanted terrorists, was shot dead in Pakistan on Saturday night, according to reports. He was a close associate of 26/11 Mumbai attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed and executed several attacks in J&K. India's NIA also named Abu Qatal in its chargesheet for his involvement in the 2023 Rajouri attack.

At least 24 were killed after the US launched large-scale military strikes on Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen. Houthis have attacked Israel and Red Sea shipping several times. On the attack, US President Donald Trump said, "To all Houthi terrorists, your time is up and your attacks must stop starting today. If they don't, hell will rain down upon you."

Mumbai Indians (MI) defeated Delhi Capitals (DC) by eight runs in WPL 2025 final at Brabourne Stadium in Mumbai. They clinched their second WPL title, becoming the first team to win more than one WPL title. MI scored 149/7 in the final and restricted DC to 141/9 in 20 overs. DC have lost three WPL finals in a row.

After stating he might not have another Australia tour in him, ex-India captain Virat Kohli said, "Don't get nervous...I'm not making any announcements." He added, "Everything is fine. I still love playing the game." Kohli stated, "It pretty much comes down to just...pure joy, enjoyment, competitive streak...and love for cricket...As long as that is there I will continue to play."

Falkland Islands' Andrew Brownlee has become the oldest man to debut in international cricket at 62 years and 145 days, representing Falkland Islands in a T20I against Costa Rica. Brownlee broke the record of Turkey's Osman Goker who was 59 years and 181 days old when he played a T20I match against Romania in 2019.

As per WHO, a healthy diet helps to protect against malnutrition and noncommunicable diseases. It must include fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and whole grains. An adult should eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables (400g) a day. One should limit free sugars to 50g, fats to under 30% of energy intake, and iodised salt to under 5g daily.

During their T20I tri-series match against Hong Kong, Bahrain were dismissed for 0 in the Super Over. With this, Bahrain became the first team to fail to score a run in a Super Over in the history of T20I cricket. Hong Kong scored one run on the third delivery of their Super Over to win the match.

The first-ever Test match began on March 15, 1877 between England and Australia at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Australia won the toss and elected to bat first. Spinner Alfred Shaw bowled the first-ever delivery, which was faced by Australia's Charles Bannerman. Bannerman went on to score the first-ever Test ton. England's Allen Hill took the first wicket and the first catch.

Over 1,300 Voice of America journalists, producers, and support staff were put on administrative leave a day after US President Donald Trump ordered cuts in government-funded media outlets. Director Mike Abramowitz said this action won't let VOA carry out its mission, especially when Iran, China, and Russia are spending "billions of dollars into creating false narratives to discredit the US."