US border authorities have deported 104 Indian nationals on a military aircraft, highlighting the strict enforcement of immigration laws. The deportees, handcuffed and in leg restraints, arrived in Amritsar, Punjab, as part of efforts to deter illegal migration.
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Delhi-NCR has implemented GRAP-IV restrictions due to severe air quality, crossing into the 'severe' zone. Schools will adopt hybrid learning, construction and demolition activities are banned, and vehicle restrictions are in place. This is the second time GRAP-IV has been enforced this winter, following revised guidelines.
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Bollywood's cinema trends have evolved over time, with action-packed massy films currently dominating box offices. Films like 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' and pan-India movies are highly popular. While OTT platforms and the COVID-19 pandemic have influenced audience preferences, genres like romance and comedy still have potential for success through innovative storytelling.
Infosys has terminated 240 trainees. These trainees did not pass internal assessment tests. This follows similar layoffs in February. The company offers upskilling programs and outplacement services. Affected trainees will receive severance benefits. Many trainees waited over two years to be onboarded. The macroeconomic slowdown caused project spending reduction. Results for the next batch are expected next week.
A stone-throwing incident occurred near Jalgaon station damaging a window of the Tapti Ganga Express, traveling from Surat to Chhapra. Passengers reported the act via a tweet. Police registered an FIR against an unknown individual and launched an investigation. The passengers, en route to Prayagraj for the Kumbh Mela, were unharmed.
MI Cape Town clinched their maiden SA20 title with a convincing win over Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the final, thanks to explosive batting by Rassie van der Dussen, Ryan Rickelton, and Dewald Brevis. Brevis highlighted the match with his powerful 38 off 18 balls, including four sixes.
Amidst the rain-interrupted Day 1 of the third Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test at The Gabba, a lighthearted moment emerged. Former Indian captain Virat Kohli engaged in an impromptu dance with Harbhajan Singh, bringing laughter to both. Play was eventually called off due to persistent rain, leaving Australia at 28/0 after just 13.2 overs.
Sachin Tendulkar made an appearance with his family at Coldplay's concert in Navi Mumbai. The crowd's chants of 'Sachin, Sachin' briefly overshadowed the music. Coldplay's Chris Martin further excited the audience by mentioning cricketer Jasprit Bumrah, connecting deeply with the cricket-loving Indian fans. The concert is part of Coldplay's India tour.
Suspected US airstrikes targeted multiple Houthi-held locations in Yemen, including urban and residential areas in Sanaa, leading to undetermined casualties and destruction. The strikes appear to have intensified since March 15, hitting strategic sites like Sanaa International Airport and key regions in Hodeida, Saada, and al-Jawf.