NEW DELHI: Haryana Police have constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the deadly joyride collapse at the Surajkund International Crafts Mela in Faridabad that claimed the life of on-duty police inspector Jagdish Prasad and injured several others.According to police officials, the SIT will be headed by ACP (Crime) Varun Dahiya, with Sub-Inspector Sheeshpal from the Crime Branch, NIT, and Sub-Inspector Sanjay as members. The investigation will be supervised by DCP (Crime) Mukesh Malhotra, following directions from Haryana Director General of Police Ajay Singhal.The SIT has been tasked with conducting a detailed investigation into the circumstances that led to the collapse of the giant ‘Tsunami’ swing on Saturday evening during the 39th edition of the Surajkund Mela. Around 19 people were on the ride when it tilted mid-air and crashed to the ground.Inspector Jagdish Prasad (58), who was deployed on duty at the fair, lost his life while attempting to rescue those trapped in the ride. Twelve others, including police personnel and civilians, were injured in the incident.Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini, who announced compensation and a government job for a family member of the deceased officer, said that the incident was deeply painful and assured full support to the affected families. Speaking to reporters, he said that the government had taken immediate cognisance of the accident and ordered a thorough probe to identify lapses.“The government stands firmly with the family of Inspector Jagdish Prasad. He lost his life while saving others. All possible assistance will be provided, including financial support and a government job for one of his children,” the chief minister said. He added that those seriously injured would receive Rs 1 lakh each, while treatment costs for all injured would be borne by the state.Police have already registered an FIR in the case and arrested Mohammad Shakir, proprietor of Himachal Fun Care Company that operated the ride, along with his staff member Nitesh. They have been booked under charges including culpable homicide not amounting to murder. Investigators are examining whether safety norms were violated and if there was criminal negligence.Meanwhile, the amusement park at the Surajkund Mela venue has been closed with immediate effect, though the fair itself continues as scheduled. The district administration has also formed a separate ADC-level inquiry committee to examine the technical and mechanical aspects of the accident.Officials said that a detailed report will be prepared to determine the exact cause of the collapse and fix responsibility. Strict action will be taken against those found guilty, authorities added.The Surajkund International Crafts Mela, held annually in Faridabad, is one of India’s largest cultural festivals and runs from January 31 to February 15 this year.

KOLHAPUR: Sunil Motilal Sadarangani, the 59-year-old former owner of Solapur’s famous Multani Bakery, died by suicide on Thursday afternoon after jumping from the 17th floor of an apartment building in the Vijapur Road area of the city.Solapur police commissioner M Rajkumar said, “Sadarangani had sold his bakery and shifted to Pune. His family told us that he was undergoing some psychological issues and was in debt, which made him take the step. We are, however, yet to get formal statements from the family members as they are in grief. We have not detected any foul play so far, though he did not leave behind a note.”

The police said that at 2.30pm on Thursday, Sadarangani drove to the apartment building, parked his car and took the stairs to the top to avoid the biometric check-in. He was initially seen walking on the side ledge of the terrace. He was spotted by a security guard, who took Sadarangani down to the 10th floor and tried to talk to him. However, Sadarangani allegedly shooed the guard away and went up again, saying he had left his car keys behind. By the time the security guard reached the terrace again, Sadarangani had jumped. He died on the spot.The police confirmed his identity with the help of the car registration number.Sadarangani’s last rites were performed on Friday evening in Solapur. Since he was the third generation from his family to grow up in Solapur, a large number of people gathered at the crematorium.One of the close relatives, speaking to TOI, said, “Sadarangani belonged to the Sindhi community. His father, Motilal, started the bakery, which became famous. They also ran a flour mill. Sunil Sadarangani took over the business after his father passed away. However, he sold it due to debt. He has two sons; One is abroad, and the other is in Pune, where he shifted 4 years ago.”

The relationship between India‘s head coach Gautam Gambhir and batting legend Virat Kohli has remained one of the most debated topics in world cricket, especially following recent shifts in the national team’s structure. As India navigates a transitional phase after the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25, the spotlight has intensified on how these two titans of the ODI World Cup 2011 win coexist within the current setup.

While social media narratives often paint a picture of lingering tension, the internal reality of the dressing room continues to be a subject of intense public curiosity. On February 8, 2026, a BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia finally addressed whether the perceived friction is a genuine concern or merely a byproduct of their high-profile history.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia sets the record straight on Virat Kohli-Gautam Gambhir equation

During a recent appearance on the India Today podcast, BCCI Secretary Saikia provided a definitive update on the rapport between Kohli and Gambhir. Saikia dismissed the long-standing rumors of a rift, stating emphatically, “I have never seen them fighting. They are in a very good cordial relationship.”

When questioned about the infamous IPL 2023 clash that many believe laid the groundwork for a ‘cold war,’ Saikia downplayed the incident, noting that he focuses on their interactions while representing the country rather than franchise rivalries. He characterized the idea of a ‘bickering’ duo as more of a public ‘perception’ than a dressing room reality, reinforcing that both professionals are aligned toward a singular goal for Indian cricket.

“I haven’t seen it. IPL? Maybe I didn’t see that match because I was with them when they were representing the country. So, IPL: watching every match is not possible. That perception might be there, but Virat Kohli is always in the team. Gautam Gambhir is also there. We see the results. Have you seen Virat Kohli not being a part of the team?” Saikia added.

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The discussion also touched upon the sudden transition that saw both Kohli and Rohit retire from Test cricket in May 2025 to focus exclusively on the 50-over format. Saikia debunked the theory that Gambhir’s preference for ‘young blood’ forced these legends out of the red-ball setup. He added  that the board does not interfere in such career-defining choices.

Despite being moved to Grade B contracts due to their single-format status, both senior pros remain vital to India’s ODI World Cup 2027 roadmap. Saikia labeled reports of Gambhir wanting them out of the ODI squad as rubbish, pointing to their continued presence and performance in the team as the ultimate proof of their standing.

“Nobody can force a player of the stature of Virat Kohli to change and make a decision. He is at that level. He is not an ordinary player; he is a legend in Indian cricket. Nobody can force him to decide unless he chooses to. The board will not interfere in any player’s career. A lot of people write rubbish also. We cannot comment on rubbish. We don’t see any such things. These things were never brought up in any meetings,” Saikia concluded.

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India has allowed a duty concession on imports of only 5 lakh tonnes of dried distillers’ grains (DDGS) from the US under the first phase of the bilateral trade pact, an official told PTI stressing that the volume is equivalent to about 1 per cent of the country’s total consumption.The official said the limited quota is designed to supplement domestic animal feed availability while ensuring that food grains meant for human consumption are not diverted.

“Animal feed domestic consumption is 500 lakh tonnes, whereas the quota given to the US is only 5 lakh tonnes, which is equivalent to only 1 per cent of total consumption,” the official said, as quoted PTI. The imports, the official added, can help reduce dependence on corn and soyabean imports for feed use.Officials said access to DDGS is expected to help reduce feed cost volatility, offering protection to poultry, dairy, aquaculture and livestock producers, while also helping contain food inflation pressures.The imports are also expected to ease pressure on domestic corn and soybean markets, helping support the availability and affordability of staple food grains.“India’s feed demand growth is large, structural and long-term. Only 1 per cent quota of DDGS imports is a pragmatic, low-risk measure. It diversifies small quantities of imports to the US, reduces corn and soyabean imports for feed, supports livestock growth, stabilises prices, and aligns with national food security and export objectives,” the official added.Demand for animal-based products in India is rising steadily, driven by population growth, rising income levels and rapid urbanisation, leading to a parallel rise in demand for animal feed.Currently, corn consumption for feed is estimated at about 200 lakh tonnes, wheat at about 65 lakh tonnes and soybean meal at about 62 lakh tonnes. Together, these account for nearly two-thirds of India’s total animal feed consumption of about 500 lakh tonnes.Domestic feed supply is facing structural constraints due to limited arable land and productivity challenges. Officials said feed demand is expected to grow faster than domestic supply, making imports increasingly necessary by the early 2030s under most realistic growth scenarios.India had earlier imported about 15 lakh tonnes of soybean meal in 2021 due to domestic price pressures.At present, India imports more than 6 lakh tonnes of animal feed from suppliers such as Sri Lanka, China, US, Thailand and Nepal. The country also imports about 6 lakh tonnes of soyabean from Niger, Togo, Benin and Mozambique, and about 9 lakh tonnes of corn from Myanmar, Ukraine, Singapore and UAE.

Nepal’s captain Rohit Paudel (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)

Nepal earned massive praise from former cricket stars after their thrilling four-run loss to England in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. Even though they didn’t win, many felt Nepal showed incredible fight and proved they are a rising team in world cricket.Yuvraj Singh praised their spirit, writing, “Huge respect to Nepal. Took on one of the best teams in the world, stayed in the fight till the very last ball and showed what belief and heart can do. This is how teams grow, and champions rise. The cricketing world is watching!”

Ravichandran Ashwin also applauded them, saying, “Incredible from Nepal. They are surely among the best of the emerging cricketing nations. Huge potential and upside.” Irfan Pathan added, “So the finishing touches were missing, but Nepal are clearly on the right path. Great to see them put England under the pump,” while Dale Steyn joked, “Nepal, I offer my services to you if you ever need ’em! Up, up and UP!”England won the match by just four runs after scoring 184 runs. Jacob Bethell and captain Harry Brook played key roles with half-centuries, while Jos Buttler reached a major T20 World Cup milestone. For Nepal, bowlers like Dipendra Singh Airee and Nandan Yadav picked important wickets to keep England in check.Chasing 185, Nepal started strongly but lost early wickets. Rohit Paudel and Dipendra Singh Airee built a big partnership and kept Nepal in the game. However, both got out in quick succession, which hurt their chase. Lokesh Bam played a brilliant unbeaten knock at the end, but Nepal finished on 180/6, falling just four runs short.Despite the loss, Nepal’s performance impressed the cricket world and showed they are a team to watch in the future.