The assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson sparked a divided national debate. Some view Luigi Mangione, the alleged shooter, as a villain, while others hail him as a folk hero protesting corporate greed in the US healthcare system. Mangione's symbolic gestures, including inscribed bullet casings and a manifesto, amplified public frustration with rising healthcare costs and claim denials.
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PM Narendra Modi is set to visit Mauritius next month as the chief guest for their national day celebrations, marking the 57th anniversary of their independence. This visit on March 12 highlights the close ties between India and Mauritius, which has a significant population with Indian roots.
The government has transferred Justice Yashwant Varma from Delhi High Court to Allahabad High Court amid allegations of cash discovery at his residence following a fire. Justice Varma denied the claims, and a Supreme Court in-house committee is investigating the matter. A PIL for an FIR was dismissed, as the inquiry is still ongoing.
Two railway staff members aboard the Amritsar-Katihar Express assaulted a passenger, Sheikh Majibul Uddin, after consuming alcohol together. The altercation was recorded on video, leading to intervention by the Government Railway Police. A case was registered, and one staff member was suspended while the remaining culprits are at large.
Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lunar lander has successfully landed in the Moon's Mare Crisium region, marking a significant milestone in space exploration. This mission, part of NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services program, aims to enhance our understanding of the lunar environment through various scientific experiments and demonstrations, supporting future lunar missions under NASA's Artemis program.
Witnesses cited by various media outlets reported several injuries following a supposed rerun of Wednesday's Akhara Marg stampede at 6am, as pilgrims moved en masse towards the ghats. Some accounts suggested 'six to seven casualties.' DIG (Maha Kumbh) Vaishnav Krishna stated Mela police will investigate, reviewing CCTV footage despite no initial information about the incident.
Tulsi Gabbard, born on April 12, 1981, is the first Hindu-American woman to serve in Congress and is a yoga enthusiast. Raised in a diverse, spiritually rich household, Gabbard clarifies she has no Indian roots despite her Hindu name. She shares a heartfelt bond with her sister Vrindavan, a deputy U.S. Marshal.
US President Trump expressed a preference against imposing tariffs on China, despite previous campaign promises. He indicated potential agreements on Taiwan and trade with Chinese President Xi Jinping, emphasizing the leverage tariffs provide. Trump announced that 10% tariffs on Chinese imports might commence from February 1, potentially escalating to 60%.
Enhancing economic freedom for individuals and small businesses is crucial for India's medium-term growth, stated a finance ministry document. The Economic Survey emphasizes continuing deregulation, reducing regulatory burdens, and implementing reforms for MSMEs. States should learn best practices, further deregulate, and focus on cost-effective governance reforms to boost economic growth and improve the business environment.
In a tragic incident in South East Delhi's Pul Prahladpur, a 21-year-old man named Sohaib was fatally stabbed following a dispute over a bidi. The altercation escalated when Sohaib, his brother Mohsin, and their mother confronted the attackers, resulting in serious injuries to Mohsin and a friend. Police have arrested three individuals and recovered blood-stained knives from the crime scene.