The news for today, February 24, 2025, covers important updates on national events, education, and sports. Here’s everything you need to know, from economic trends and sporting events to national and international developments. The top headlines for February 24, 2025 are listed below:
National News
🔹 Maha Kumbh: 13 FIRs filed against 140 social media handles for spreading ‘misleading content.’
🔹 Farmers’ Protest: Kisan Mazdoor Morcha to call off the ‘Delhi Chalo’ march on February 25 after talks with the Centre.
🔹 Telangana Tunnel Collapse: Minister says survival chances of trapped workers are low as water and silt hinder rescue operations.
🔹 Odisha: KIIT authorities instructed to take action against ‘unruly’ employees following state government orders.
🔹 Historic Election: A Chhattisgarh village votes for the first time since independence during panchayat polls.
🔹 PDP’s Alcohol Ban Drive: Mehbooba Mufti joins campaign, while NC reminds PDP of its past governance.
🔹 Cricket & Banter: Delhi Police take a cheeky dig at Pakistan while celebrating India’s Champions Trophy win.
International News
🌍 Pope Francis’ Health: Vatican confirms he is facing kidney issues amid double pneumonia treatment.
🌍 Germany Elections: Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s SPD concedes defeat.
🌍 Flight Diversion Drama: American Airlines’ New York-New Delhi flight unexpectedly rerouted to Rome—here’s why.
Top Headlines
Politics & World Affairs
🔹 Trump Administration Layoffs: 2,000 USAID workers fired, thousands placed on leave.
🔹 UK on Ukraine Talks: British PM Keir Starmer insists Ukraine must be involved in any negotiations.
🔹 Democratic Dilemma: Governors weigh response after Trump’s threats against one of their own.
🔹 US Federal Resistance: Agencies push back against Elon Musk’s demand for job justification.
🔹 Israel-Gaza Conflict: PM Netanyahu warns of war resumption after truce delay.
Business & Economy
💼 Microsoft’s Biggest Miss: CEO Satya Nadella admits failure to anticipate search engine dominance.
💼 India’s Future Roadmap: Budget 2025-26 lays foundation for ‘Vision 2047,’ says BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi.
💼 Himachal’s Tax Reform: Six entry tax barriers to get FASTag facility in the first phase.
💼 Cheaper Loans Ahead: Bank of Maharashtra reduces retail loan interest rates by 25 bps.
💼 Consistent Performers: Only 17 listed companies have shown continuous growth for a decade, says First Global’s Devina Mehra.
Sports
🏏 Champions Trophy 2025: Virat Kohli’s century leads India to a dominant win over Pakistan.
🏏 Rohit Sharma’s Dare: Challenges Kohli to hit a six with century and victory in sight.
🏏 Shaheen Afridi Criticized: Fans call him a ‘loser’ for allegedly bowling wides to deny Kohli a century.
⚽ Football Action:
- England coach Borthwick defends team after lackluster win over Scotland.
- Mohun Bagan SG clinch ISL title with a decisive Petratos goal.
- Shalulile scores in just 55 seconds, leading Sundowns to victory.
Entertainment
🎬 Box Office Triumph: Chhaava crosses ₹326 crore on day 10 after a stellar second weekend.
🎬 Aamir Khan’s Disappointment: Reflects on son Junaid Khan’s Loveyapa box office failure.
🎬 Kylie & Timothée’s Future: Jenner hopes to build a life and family with Chalamet, reports suggest.
🎬 Anushka Sharma Reacts: Cheers for Virat Kohli’s match-winning century against Pakistan.
