Sun Feb 02 13:20:43 UTC 2025: ## India Wins Second Straight U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup Title

**Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia –** India secured a resounding victory in the ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup, defeating South Africa by nine wickets on Sunday. This marks India’s second consecutive championship win, showcasing the strength of their youth development program.

**Other News Highlights:**

* **Maha Kumbh Medical Alert:** Medical infrastructure in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, is on high alert ahead of the Basant Panchami Amrit Snan at the Maha Kumbh, with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath ensuring the well-being of devotees.
* **Delhi Elections:** Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed his final rally before the Delhi Assembly elections, emphasizing the BJP’s commitment to the middle class.
* **Assam Poppy Destruction:** Assam police destroyed over ₹27.20 crore worth of poppy plants grown on a Brahmaputra River sandbar, marking a rare instance of poppy cultivation in the region.
* **Madrasa Recognition Review:** Authorities in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, recommended the cancellation of recognition for 90 madrasas due to their alleged failure to comply with the national student identification system (APAAR).
* **ED’s Overseas Crackdown:** The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached or frozen nearly ₹16,000 crore in overseas assets belonging to several prominent individuals and businesses.
* **Delhi Elections Tensions:** AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of resorting to “hooliganism” ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, predicting a decisive AAP victory.
* **Arrest in Mosque Violence Case:** A man has been arrested in connection with violence during a mosque survey last year.

These are just some of the top news stories reported by The Hindu on February 2nd, 2025. Further details and analysis are available in the full report.

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