Author: Supriya Jena

  • Debate Ignites: Do Migrant Kids Choose to Cross the Border

    Debate Ignites: Do Migrant Kids Choose to Cross the Border

    Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was interviewed by Margaret Brennan on “Face the Nation.” When they discussed how migrant families were treated at the border, Noem said that children of migrants have a “choice” about crossing the border illegally.

    She claimed that everyone can choose to be in the country legally or illegally and can even leave the country voluntarily (“self-deport”). Brennan tried to correct her, saying that kids don’t really have a choice in this matter. Still, Noem insisted that children and their parents can decide to stay together or if the parents want to leave the kids behind, that’s a family choice.

    When asked about separating families at the border, Noem said she wasn’t sure if that policy would come back. She blamed President Joe Biden, saying he ignored federal immigration laws, leading to consequences for people who break the law.

    Rep. Jasmine Crockett from Texas disagreed with Noem. She said that entering the country without permission is not a crime; it’s a “civil matter.” Crockett pointed out that local police don’t ignore real crimes because of someone’s immigration status. Instead, they focus on serious crimes and shouldn’t waste time rounding up individuals just because they entered the country illegally.

    Crockett also criticized Republicans for their stance on immigration and called former President Trump the “biggest criminal” to have been in office. She mentioned that people shouldn’t be concerned about immigrants when there are more serious criminals to catch.

  • Nitanshi Goel Wins IIFA Best Actress at Just 17

    Nitanshi Goel Wins IIFA Best Actress at Just 17

    At the IIFA Awards 2025, the excitement was high for the Best Actress in a Leading Role (Female) category. Big stars like Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif were in the running, but 17-year-old Nitanshi Goel surprised everyone by winning the award. She made her acting debut in the film “Laapataa Ladies,” directed by Kiran Rao, and her performance as Phool Kumari wowed the audience.

    When Nitanshi accepted the award from presenters Boman Irani and Bobby Deol, she looked stunning in a beautiful ruby-red gown. But it was her emotional speech that really touched everyone. Overcome with happiness, she thanked her family and the film team, almost crying with joy.

    In her speech, Nitanshi said, “I wasn’t expecting this,” and expressed her admiration for the other nominees, saying, “I’m a huge fan of all of them.” She shared that winning the award felt like a dream come true: “It’s a big moment for every actor, and now it’s my turn. I’m so thankful.”

    Nitanshi also described how she felt during her big moment: “I cried and hugged my mom really tight. I couldn’t believe it was happening!”

    Looking ahead, she is excited to work with more stars. “I would love to work with Shah Rukh Khan and Kartik Aaryan,” she said.

    “Laapataa Ladies,” released as “Lost Ladies” in other countries, is a comedy-drama about two newlywed brides who end up being switched during a train ride to their homes. The film also features Pratibha Ranta, Sparsh Shrivastava, and Ravi Kishan and received praise for its fun story and performances.

  • Inzamam Defends Pakistan Cricket Against Gavaskar’s Comments

    Inzamam Defends Pakistan Cricket Against Gavaskar’s Comments

    Former cricket star Inzamam-ul-Haq from Pakistan has strongly disagreed with Indian cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar. Gavaskar recently said that India could beat Pakistan with their second-best team, calling attention to the big gap between how the two teams are performing lately.

    Pakistan used to have a strong record against India, but they have now lost their last six matches. Inzamam has spoken out against players like Mohammad Rizwan and how the Pakistan team has played but believes Gavaskar went too far with his comments.

    Inzamam reminded Gavaskar of the history between India and Pakistan, saying that Gavaskar once did not play in a match against Pakistan in Sharjah. He expressed respect for Gavaskar but insisted that it is not right for him to speak about other countries that way. Inzamam said, “Gavaskar should check the statistics – they show where Pakistan stands. I was hurt by his statement. He is a great player, but his comments are hurting his own legacy. He should think before he speaks.”

    Gavaskar had noted that “a B team from India can definitely challenge Pakistan in their current form,” which sparked a debate. Former Pakistan coach Jason Gillespie also called Gavaskar’s remarks “nonsense.”

    The Champions Trophy was a significant cricket event for Pakistan, marking the return of an ICC tournament after 29 years. Unfortunately, Pakistan could not advance to the semi-finals, losing matches to both New Zealand and India.

  • Why Do Some Hiring Managers Reject Job Hoppers? A Job Seekers’ Story

    Why Do Some Hiring Managers Reject Job Hoppers? A Job Seekers’ Story

    A job seeker recently shared a frustrating experience about being turned down for a job because the interviewer didn’t like his history of changing jobs. The hiring manager had been with the same company for 20 years and expected others to stay at a job for a long time too.

    The candidate, a developer, explained why he left his last few jobs every three years. He said that at his first job, the work became boring, and he didn’t see a way to grow in his career, so he decided to leave. At his second job, he lasted almost three years until mass layoffs happened after a big company bought them out. Now, at his current job, he wanted to switch to a different project that matched his career goals, but he was told he needed to stay in the same project for 2.5 years before he could move, which led him to look for other opportunities instead.

    Despite explaining his reasons, the interviewer was not convinced. The hiring manager got upset because he thought everyone should stick to a job as long as he did.

    The interviewer also didn’t like the candidate’s answer when asked where he saw himself in a few years. The candidate said he wanted to become an architect to really understand projects from start to finish, but the hiring manager thought this was too focused on tech and not enough on customers. The candidate argued that doing great work would make customers happy, but the interviewer didn’t agree.

    Many people who read about this shared their thoughts. One person commented that the hiring manager might not understand that many people switch jobs these days because of the current job market and inflation. Another pointed out that changing jobs every three years is actually pretty common now. A third commented that hiring managers often use excuses to reject candidates.

  • 7 Dead, 14 Injured in Tragic Madhya Pradesh SUV-Truck Collision

    7 Dead, 14 Injured in Tragic Madhya Pradesh SUV-Truck Collision

    In a sad accident, at least seven people lost their lives, and 14 others were injured when an SUV crashed into a truck in Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. The accident happened around 2:30 AM on Monday near a petrol station on the Sidhi-Bahri Road.

    The SUV was a taxi carrying a family who was on their way to Maihar. It collided head-on with a truck that was coming from Sidhi and going towards Bahri. According to police officer Gayatri Tiwari, all seven people who died were in the SUV.

    Among the injured, nine people have been taken to a hospital in nearby Rewa for treatment, while the other injured are being treated at the district hospital in Sidhi. The truck driver has been taken into custody, and a detailed investigation is underway to find out more about the accident.

  • Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj Takes Charge as Jathedar of Takht Kesgarh Sahib

    Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj Takes Charge as Jathedar of Takht Kesgarh Sahib

    Chandigarh: Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj took charge as the jathedar (leader) of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib at Anandpur Sahib in Punjab’s Rupnagar district on Monday. This important ceremony was attended by the ‘Panj Piaras’, a group of five beloved Sikhs. The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) had previously announced Kuldeep Singh Gargaj’s appointment on March 7, and he will also act as the jathedar of the Akal Takht in Amritsar, the top authority for Sikhs.

    The SGPC decided to remove Giani Raghbir Singh from Akal Takht and Giani Sultan Singh from Kesgarh Sahib. This decision was met with anger from many Sikh leaders, including senior Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia.

    Both Akal Takht and Takht Kesgarh Sahib are two of the five key religious seats in Sikhism. Before taking on his new role, Kuldeep Singh Gargaj prayed at Takht Kesgarh Sahib. During the ceremony, the head Granthi (priest) Giani Joginder Singh led an ‘ardas’ (prayer), and the ‘Panj Piaras’ honored Gargaj by giving him a special turban. Other SGPC members also presented ceremonial turbans to him.

    In his speech, Kuldeep Singh Gargaj urged the Sikh community to come together under one ‘Nishan Sahib’ (Sikh flag) during these challenging times. He thanked the 10 Sikh Gurus and Guru Granth Sahib for this honor. He shared that he is proud to serve the Takht, despite growing up in a humble Sikh family. After starting his journey as a ‘Pathi’ (reader of prayers), he pledged to continue spreading the teachings of Sikhism.

  • India Clinches ICC Champions Trophy: Rohit and KL Rahul Lead the Victory

    India Clinches ICC Champions Trophy: Rohit and KL Rahul Lead the Victory

    After India’s exciting victory against New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy final, team captain Rohit Sharma praised KL Rahul for staying calm under pressure. Rohit mentioned how much he appreciates Rahul’s contributions, especially batting at number six. This win marked India’s third Champions Trophy title and their seventh overall in white-ball cricket.

    KL Rahul, who has batted in different positions before, played an important role in the final by scoring 34 not out off 33 balls when the team really needed runs. Across five matches, he scored 140 runs, averaging an impressive 140.00.

    During the press conference, Rohit shared how thoughtful they were about Rahul’s batting position because of his ability to keep a cool head. He explained that when KL is at the crease, he helps keep the team relaxed too. Rahul may not always score huge runs, but his 30 to 40 runs can be vital, especially in tough situations.

    Rohit also talked about his own innings of 76 runs, which was a big improvement after scoring only 104 runs in the past four matches. He knew it was important to score early when the pitch conditions were good. He aimed to build a strong foundation for the team and felt pleased with his performance despite getting out.

    He remarked how satisfying it was to contribute to a victory, especially after the last World Cup where he scored a lot but didn’t win. He emphasized that small but crucial contributions help the team win.

    Rohit acknowledged the brilliance of his opening partner, Shubman Gill, noting that they complement each other’s playing styles well. He also praised the entire team’s consistency in finals across different ICC events, showing that they can bounce back even after losses.

    He concluded the press conference by dedicating the win to the whole country, expressing gratitude for the support they receive from fans. Winning such significant tournaments brings joy not just to the players, but to everyone in India.

    In the match, New Zealand won the toss and chose to bat first. They started well, but Kuldeep Yadav bowled effectively, taking key wickets. New Zealand finished with 251 runs. In response, India had a strong start, and even after losing some wickets, KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya helped secure the victory with six wickets and one over to spare.

  • IREDA Stock Update: RBI Rejects Nepal Investment; What Lies Ahead

    IREDA Stock Update: RBI Rejects Nepal Investment; What Lies Ahead

    On Monday, IREDA (Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency) will be in the spotlight. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has not approved IREDA’s request to invest in a big hydroelectric power project in Nepal. This project is called the 900 MW Upper Karnali Hydro Electric Power Project. IREDA says they will try again to get approval.

    Earlier, on July 16, 2024, IREDA’s board said it could invest up to 10% of the total cost in a company called GMR Upper Karnali Hydro Power Limited and another company, Karnali Transmission Company Pvt. Ltd. This investment was estimated to be about Rs 290 crore and needed approval from the Indian government and other regulators.

    Currently, GMR Upper Karnali Hydro Power Limited has investors including GMR and the Nepal Electricity Authority. On January 17, 2025, IREDA signed a non-binding partnership agreement with GMR Energy Ltd. and other partners for the project.

    On January 15, 2025, India’s Department of Investment and Public Asset Management approved a 5% equity investment from IREDA in both companies in Nepal after the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy recommended it.

    Stock Price Info: According to Trendlyne, the average target price for IREDA shares is Rs 215, showing a potential increase of 44% from current prices. However, 2 analysts suggest holding onto the stock.

    Stock Performance: On Friday, IREDA shares were priced at Rs 149.7, a slight drop of 0.13%. The benchmark Sensex went down by 0.01%. The stock has dropped 34% in the last six months and has only gone up by 1% over the past year. IREDA’s market cap is about Rs 40,235 crore.

    (Disclaimer: The opinions and recommendations presented are those of the experts and do not represent the views of The llv News)

  • Kareena Kapoor’s Heartfelt Tribute to Raj Kapoor at IIFA 2025

    Kareena Kapoor’s Heartfelt Tribute to Raj Kapoor at IIFA 2025

    Kareena Kapoor put on an unforgettable show at the IIFA Awards in Jaipur this weekend by celebrating her grandfather, the famous actor and filmmaker Raj Kapoor. During her performance, she danced to some of his classic songs like “Mera Joota Hai Japani” and “Pyar Hua Ikraar Hua.” Fans loved her tribute, and many praised her for honoring her grandfather’s legacy.

    The International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards celebrated their 25th anniversary this year, making it an extra special event. Kareena expressed her joy about performing after many years, saying that it felt great to be part of such a meaningful celebration.

    “Performing for my grandfather, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, is an emotional moment for me. I’m thrilled to celebrate our family’s connection to the cinema and the power of storytelling,” she said.

    Raj Kapoor is known as one of the greatest figures in Bollywood history. His films often showed the real-life struggles of people and touched on important social issues. Raj Kapoor’s unique storytelling captured the hearts of audiences, making his legacy live on both in India and around the world.

  • Israel and Hamas: Ceasefire Talks and Humanitarian Crisis

    Israel and Hamas: Ceasefire Talks and Humanitarian Crisis

    Israel is sending a team to Doha on Monday to talk about extending a fragile ceasefire in Gaza. This comes after Israel cut off electricity to put pressure on Hamas. The first part of the ceasefire ended on March 1, and while both sides have not resumed fighting, they still disagree on how to move forward.

    Hamas wants to start discussions for a new phase of the truce, but Israel prefers to extend the current situation. Israel has also stopped aid deliveries to Gaza and has cut off electricity to make Hamas release hostages. Energy Minister Eli Cohen announced this power cut, emphasizing that Israel will do everything it can to bring back the hostages.

    Currently, many people in Gaza are living in tents because supplies are low, especially with nighttime temperatures dropping to about 12 degrees Celsius (54 degrees Fahrenheit). A top Hamas official criticized Israel for cutting off electricity, saying it’s a desperate attempt to weaken their resistance.

    Hamas is asking for a second phase of the ceasefire that includes an exchange of hostages, a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, a permanent ceasefire, and reopening the borders. Former US President Joe Biden also supported a plan to get hostages back and remove Israeli forces from Gaza.

    The US envoy, Adam Boehler, stated that a deal could happen soon. Out of 251 hostages taken during the October 7 attack, 58 are still held in Gaza. Boehler mentioned that they were close to reaching an agreement that could release all hostages.

    Israel’s earlier proposal to remove Palestinians from Gaza faced backlash, leading to other plans that do not require displacing anyone. The previous phase of the ceasefire, which started on January 19, had reduced fighting and brought relief to the civilians in Gaza. However, after Israel cut off aid on March 2, the UN accused them of using hunger as a weapon. Many in Gaza now struggle without food and medicine, and the situation is challenging.