US President Donald Trump announces substantial tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, citing threats from illegal immigration and drug trafficking. These tariffs include a 25% levy on imports from Canada and Mexico. Economists warn of significant economic disruptions and potential price increases for American consumers.
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An SUV plowed into a Bourbon Street crowd in New Orleans, causing at least 10 deaths and injuring 30 others. The driver later exited the vehicle and opened fire, leading to a shootout with police, who killed the suspect. The incident is under FBI investigation, with authorities terming it a deliberate attack but not a terrorist event.
Forest minister Ganesh Naik plans a second 'janta darbar' in Thane next month due to an overwhelming response to the first event. Naik emphasized the purpose of these darbars is to address citizen issues locally, dismissing claims of BJP attempting to strengthen its presence in the Shiv Sena stronghold.
Nasa announced that NISAR, the advanced earth observation satellite developed by India and the US, is set to launch in March 2025. With dual-frequency radar, NISAR will monitor planetary changes with precision, aiding in climate change understanding and disaster response. It will provide high-resolution images and track surface changes, benefiting global natural resource management.
Five CISF personnel, pretending to be income tax officers, were arrested along with three accomplices for a heist in Bengal. The gang, orchestrated by a CISF inspector in collusion with the victim's stepmother, raided a home, seizing cash and jewelry. All accused have been suspended and are under investigation.
The 18th season of the Indian Premier League is set to commence on March 21 at Kolkata's Eden Gardens, with the final on May 25. The schedule adjustment was reportedly done to avoid overlap with the Champions Trophy final. Kolkata Knight Riders will host the opener and final, while Sunrisers Hyderabad will host two playoff games.
Mitchell Starc's 5-35 paved the way for Delhi Capitals' seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad, who struggled despite Aniket Verma's 74. Faf du Plessis smashed a rapid fifty to lead the chase, ensuring DC remained unbeaten in IPL 2025. For SRH, uncapped batter Aniket Verma was the lone bright spot, producing a stunning 74 off 41 balls. He forged a crucial 77-run partnership off just 40 balls with Heinrich Klaasen (32), but the rest of the batting order failed to capitalize, once again... Expand
Elon Musk defended his cost-cutting measures as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) during a meeting with President Trump, despite receiving death threats. Musk highlighted the necessity of budget cuts to prevent national bankruptcy, while Trump and his Cabinet largely supported Musk's aggressive federal spending reductions.
Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge inaugurate the Congress party's new headquarters, Indira Bhavan, signifying its historic legacy. The building symbolizes the party's 140-year-old history and struggle. The Congress library there will be dedicated to former PM Manmohan Singh, highlighting the party's continued dedication to its past leaders.
D Gukesh clinched the World Chess Championship title on Thursday, defeating Ding Liren. Russian Chess Federation President Andrei Filatov has controversially accused Ding of intentionally losing and demanded an investigation by FIDE. Gukesh is the first Indian champion since his mentor Viswanathan Anand.