Qari Abdul Rehman, a member of the banned anti-Shia outfit ASWJ, was killed in a targeted attack by masked assailants in Karachi's Qaid Abad. The incident, believed to be sectarian in nature, has heightened concerns over Pakistan's sectarian violence. The ASWJ condemned the act as terrorism.
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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami has dismissed Congress's allegations that the approval of Uniform Civil Code rules violates the model code of conduct amid local body polls. Dhami emphasized their commitment to the UCC, which had been a manifesto promise. He asserted the code's importance in preserving the state's culture and demographics and criticized Congress for vote bank politics.
Bank unions have postponed their nationwide strike planned for March 24 and 25 after receiving constructive assurances from the Indian Banks' Association and the Finance Ministry. The key demands included a five-day workweek, with further discussions on other issues scheduled for April 22.
Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda downplayed BJP's victory in the municipal elections, noting that the party has won before. Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini commended local body's role in achieving PM Modi's vision. BJP secured nine mayoral posts, except in Manesar. In Faridabad, Mayor-elect Parveen Joshi pledged to address local issues.
The Gujarat High Court has extended Asaram Bapu's temporary bail by three months due to medical reasons. Serving a life sentence for rape, the 86-year-old godman previously received interim bail from the Supreme Court until March 31, 2025. Restrictions remain in place against meeting his followers post-release.
Vote counting for the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections shows the BJP leading with 42 seats, followed by AAP with 28. The Congress also remains a significant player. With high voter turnout and passionate campaigns, the election's outcome will shape Delhi’s governance for the next five years, impacting infrastructure, education, and public welfare.
The number of foreigners visiting India for medical purposes has risen steadily post-pandemic, reaching nearly 6.6 lakh in 2023. Also, foreign tourist arrivals in the first half of 2024 showed 90% recovery compared to the same period in 2019, indicating a strong rebound.
Amazon has reportedly asked Chinese sellers to avoid listing identical items at lower prices on Temu to maintain dominance in the US ecommerce market. Violators risk losing their placement in the Featured Offer program. This demand forces sellers to balance between both platforms, although Amazon denies the claims.
OpenAI's new GPT-4o update has sparked a trend of Studio Ghibli-style portraits, exclusive to select ChatGPT subscription tiers. Despite the delay in the free-tier rollout, users can create similar artworks using free alternatives like Gemini, GrokAI, Craiyon, Artbreeder, and various premium platforms offering free trials.
Ghibli style art has surged on social media, with users turning personal photos into the beloved aesthetic of Hayao Miyazaki's films using Google Gemini's AI. The process involves uploading a photo, crafting detailed prompts, and refining the generated image. This trend blends cutting-edge technology with the whimsical charm of Studio Ghibli's dreamy visuals.