Haryana's Home Minister, Anil Vij, assures a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the murder of Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) chief Nafe Singh Rathee. The decision follows the killing of Rathee and an acquaintance by unidentified assailants in Bahadurgarh. The Haryana government's commitment to a CBI investigation came during a state assembly session. Meanwhile, Rathee's nephew, present during the attack, recounts shooters sparing his life, relaying a message to the family. Police register a murder case against seven individuals, including BJP leader Naresh Kaushik. Authorities are searching for the Hyundai i10 car used by the assailants.

Renowned ghazal and playback singer Pankaj Udhas, best known for hits like 'Chitthi Aayi Hai,' breathed his last at 72. Udhas succumbed to a prolonged illness at Breach Candy hospital in Mumbai, as confirmed by his family. Daughter Nayaab shared the sad news on Instagram, triggering an outpouring of condolences from fans. The singer, survived by wife Farida and daughters Nayaab, Reva, and brothers Nirmal and Manhar, will have his last rites on Tuesday. Udhas' illustrious career spanned memorable songs and revered ghazal albums, leaving an indelible mark on Indian music.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma declared the repeal of the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935, aiming to eradicate child marriages in the state. Sarma, adamant on preventing child marriages, pledged to shut down the practice before 2026. The Assam Cabinet's approval to repeal the act faced criticism in the state Assembly, with Sarma defending the decision as a move against child marriage. The Chief Minister emphasized relief for Muslim women and the end of exploitation. The opposition, Congress, briefly walked out in disagreement, suggesting amendments rather than a complete repeal.

A 70-year-old woman, Susheelamma, was found murdered and dismembered in a plastic drum near her flat in Nisarga Layout, KR Puram. Suspects are being questioned. She was a BJP worker. Her limbs were found severed. Police suspect she was killed Friday night. Her daughter and granddaughter reside in the same complex. Jewelry was found on her body, raising questions about robbery. She was expecting money soon, according to a neighbor. Police are investigating the source of this money. The victim's son occasionally provided financial support. Her husband was deceased. Investigation ongoing

Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed an underwater puja at the ancient site of Dwarka, submerged in the Arabian Sea off Gujarat's coast. Donning scuba gear, he made a symbolic offering of peacock feathers to Lord Krishna. The visuals of his dive into the historic city, now underwater, circulated widely on social media. Earlier, PM Modi inaugurated 'Sudarshan Setu', India's longest cable-stayed bridge, connecting Beyt Dwarka island to mainland Okha. The bridge, adorned with verses from the Bhagavad Gita, aims to enhance connectivity and promote tourism in the region.

In a brazen daylight attack, Haryana's Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) president Nafe Singh Rathee was fatally shot in Jhajjar district, Haryana. Rathee, a prominent Jat leader and former MLA, was traveling in his car when unidentified gunmen, suspected to be linked to the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, opened fire. Despite having three private gunmen for security, Rathee succumbed to multiple bullet injuries. Rathee had faced legal trouble last year as the main accused in a suicide case. Police are investigating possible motives, including property disputes. The incident highlights the escalating violence in Haryana's political landscape.

Three Naxalites were killed in an encounter with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Kanker district. The face-off occurred during an anti-Naxalite operation based on intelligence inputs about the presence of Maoist cadres. Security forces, including the District Reserve Guard and Border Security Force, engaged in a gunfight with the Naxalites in Bhomra-Hurtarai villages. The Naxalites fled after a brief exchange of fire, leaving behind three bodies and seized weapons. The identity of the deceased Naxalites is yet to be determined.          

In a bizarre incident from 2018, technicians investigating a malfunctioning ATM in Tinsukia, India, discovered nearly $18,000 worth of shredded Indian rupee notes and a deceased rat inside the machine. The State Bank of India (SBI) branch manager, Chandan Sharma, expressed shock at the discovery, stating that while most ATMs have security cameras, footage showed no sign of the rat entering. Of the 2.9 million rupees initially in the ATM, 1.7 million were recovered intact, while 1.2 million were destroyed. Investigations are underway to prevent such occurrences in the future.

Delhi Police has initiated the process of partially reopening the Singhu and Tikri borders, the gateways to Haryana and Punjab. One lane has been opened at the Tikri border, with plans to open more lanes gradually. The decision aims to provide relief to residents who faced inconveniences due to blockades for nearly ten days. The borders were sealed on February 13 as protesting farmers from Punjab began their Delhi Chalo march. The reopening will facilitate traffic movement and ease access to healthcare for residents, while businesses anticipate a reduction in disruptions and losses.          

The Maharashtra FDA revoked McDonald's Ahmednagar outlet license for misleadingly using cheese substitutes in dishes labeled as containing real cheese. FDA found McDonald's used cheese-like products without indicating so, prompting a license suspension. The outlet resumed after McDonald's complied with FDA's order to relabel products and clarify ingredients. McDonald's renamed items like "Cheese Nuggets" to "Veg Nuggets" and "Cheese Burger" to "Cheddar Delight Burger." McDonald's India assured customers of using genuine cheese and collaborating with high-quality suppliers. The FDA issue prompted engagement with authorities to ensure compliance with food standards.