On March 29, 2025, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in parts of North America, Europe, Africa, northern Asia, Greenland, and Iceland. The northeastern United States will see it at sunrise. Western Europe and northwestern Africa will experience it in the mid- to late morning. However, it will not be visible in India.
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Justice Kurian Joseph will lead a Tamil Nadu committee to explore greater state autonomy within constitutional limits, addressing long-standing Centre-state issues. The committee will delve into financial autonomy, the role of governors, and other unresolved grievances, drawing from past commissions like Sarkaria and Punchhi. Justice Joseph accepted the role pro bono, upholding his commitment to avoid government jobs post-retirement.
Vijay's final film before entering politics, 'Jana Nayagan,' is progressing swiftly, with an expected release by end of this year or early next. It features stars like Pooja Hegde and Shruti Haasan. Veteran actor Nizhalgal Ravi reunites with Vijay after 25 years, adding nostalgia and excitement among fans.
During his Senate confirmation hearing, Patel acknowledged his parents and performed a traditional Hindu gesture of touching their feet, a sign of respect in Hindu culture. His closing statement included the chant "Jai Shree Krishna," further reaffirming his cultural and religious roots.
Quad foreign ministers celebrate 20 years of cooperation, reiterating their commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. They reaffirm support for Asean's centrality and Pacific-led regional architecture. The statement is significant as India prepares to host the next Quad summit in 2025 amid growing Chinese assertiveness in the region.
The Supreme Court has allowed Ranveer Allahabadia to resume his podcast 'The Ranveer Show' provided he maintains decency in his content. This decision follows a review by solicitor general Tushar Mehta, who deemed the show perverse but not vulgar. The SC suggested the need for regulatory measures to balance free speech while adhering to societal moral standards.
Australian captain Pat Cummins lauds Virat Kohli for his significant contributions and the "theatre" he brings to the game, despite Kohli's struggles in the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Kohli's presence adds excitement, and his wicket is crucial for victory.
In an encounter in the forests of Bijapur district in Chhattisgarh, at least eighteen Maoists and a security personnel were killed. The security forces recovered weapons and explosives from the site. The operation against the Maoists is still underway, and the casualty count may increase.
An unidentified man, approximately 25 years old, approached an 80-year-old beggar woman near Hosur bus stand, offered her a ride and took her to a forest where he raped her.
Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Modi's government, asserting that no Dalit, tribal, or backward class individuals will be seen with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman before the Union Budget. He highlighted a lack of representation among budget-preparing officers. Gandhi acknowledged Congress's past failures to protect marginalised communities' interests, suggesting this allowed RSS to gain power.
The Allahabad High Court granted bail to a rape accused, citing the complainant's decision to go to his house after drinking as "inviting trouble," a stance criticized given her status as an MA student supposedly aware of her actions.