Canada's security intelligence official has flagged India, along with China, Russia, and Pakistan, as potential interferers in the upcoming Canadian elections on April 28. This comes amidst efforts to rebuild India-Canada relations after tensions rose due to allegations involving a Khalistani separatist's murder.
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Five people lost their lives in a major accident involving an MSRTC bus, a Bolero SUV, and a private bus on the Khamgaon-Shegaon highway in Buldhana, Maharashtra. Rescue operations continue to free the trapped private bus driver, while police investigate the cause and assess further casualties.
Over 260 passengers of a Virgin Atlantic flight from London to Mumbai are stranded at Turkey's Diyarbakır Airport for over 18 hours. The flight had been diverted due to a medical emergency and later faced technical issues. Passengers are complaining about the lack of arrangements and inedible food while they await further information.
The US intensifies its efforts to take over Greenland, sending Vice President JD Vance and his wife on a visit despite Denmark's disapproval. While locals and Europeans oppose the move, Washington highlights the strategic importance for international security and dismisses European concerns.
India's tiger territory increased by 30% between 2006 and 2018, as per a study. This growth occurred in regions populated by around 60 million people, challenging assumptions of incompatibility between tigers and humans. The research highlights the importance of protected core areas and identifies expansion potential in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Jharkhand.
During a St. Patrick's Day meeting at the White House, US President Donald Trump was distracted by Vice President JD Vance's holiday-themed socks. Trump complimented Vance's festive socks, which were a diplomatic nod to the Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin's visit.
Nagpur remains under heightened security with curfew imposed on 30% of the city following violent clashes. Police have fortified sensitive areas and arrested over 50 suspects while 1,200 individuals are accused of involvement. Schools and colleges are shut, and extensive property damage has been reported.
UBS has upgraded India's equity rating to 'Neutral' amidst a defensive shift in emerging market strategy, favoring domestic-focused economies. While acknowledging India's strengths like earnings resilience and lower oil price benefits, UBS cites concerns over lackluster corporate earnings.
Two men faced penalties for casual disregard of courtroom decorum during virtual Gujarat high court hearings. Dhaval Patel was fined Rs 2 lakh and sentenced to two weeks of community service for joining from a lavatory, while Vamdev Gadhvi was fined Rs 25,000 for appearing while lying on his bed. Both actions compromised the court's dignity.
Ex-Bengal cricketer Shreevats Goswami claimed Eden Gardens curator consistently ignores home team requests. The current curator refuted accusations, emphasising adherence to BCCI guidelines and maintaining good relations with KKR. Simon Doull called for prioritising home team needs. KKR captain Rahane desired spin-friendly pitches, but Mukherjee defended his pitch preparations and questioned KKR’s spinners’ performance.