The Trump White House flagged India's 150% tariff on American bourbon, despite India lowering it to 100% ahead of Modi's Washington visit. This move, aimed at highlighting reciprocity in trade, comes as Trump simultaneously promotes Tesla's potential entry into India, while the WHO advises that no level of alcohol consumption is safe for health.
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A 30-year-old woman was brutally raped and had acid thrown on her in front of her two children in Cachar district, Assam. The accused, a 28-year-old neighbor, committed the heinous crime and fled the scene. The victim is currently in critical condition at Silchar Medical College and Hospital.
The Allahabad High Court allows whitewashing and decorative lighting of Sambhal Jama Masjid’s exterior, with no structural changes. ASI is tasked with inspecting the site and reporting the necessity of these changes. The court has scheduled the next hearing for April 8.
A portion of a mosque in UP's Kushinagar district, claimed to be built on encroached public land, was demolished by authorities after the Allahabad High Court's stay order expired. Despite the mosque committee's claims of legal ownership, the structure was found unauthorized.
A heated exchange erupted in Parliament between the BJP and Congress over Rahul Gandhi's criticism of VD Savarkar. BJP and Shiv Sena reminded Gandhi of his grandmother, Indira Gandhi's praise for Savarkar, citing her letter, donation to Savarkar Trust, and a documentary commissioned on him. They questioned if Indira Gandhi was also anti-Constitution, given her admiration for Savarkar.
A 21-year-old software engineer, Aiyaz Shemale, was crushed to death by a truck after his motorcycle hit a pothole in Bhiwandi, resulting in him losing balance. The police have booked the truck driver for negligence following their investigation, although the truck driver fled the scene.
Karnataka's revenue department repossessed 14 acres of contested land in Ramanagara district from Union minister HD Kumaraswamy and his relatives. The action followed a High Court order prompting officials to move swiftly. Kumaraswamy claims the action is politically motivated and insists he purchased the land legally 40 years ago.
Cricket legend Matthew Hayden offers advice to Indian captain Rohit Sharma. Hayden believes Rohit needs energy and intent to improve. Rohit's recent batting performance has been a concern. He has struggled to score runs consistently. Hayden suggests a proactive approach. He wants Rohit to play with his natural aggression. This will help him rediscover his form.
A poll reveals 41% of young Americans view the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as "acceptable." Luigi Mangione, the accused, has garnered support online, sparking controversy and discussions about the US healthcare system.
India will conduct its first major naval exercise named `Aikeyme` with 10 African nations and launch `Indian Ocean ship (IOS) Sagar` initiative next month. These efforts aim to enhance maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and solidify India’s role as a preferred security partner. Aikeyme exercise will involve various countries focusing on marine drills and rescue operations.