Category: News

  • Elon Musk Demands Weekly Accomplishments from Federal Employees

    Elon Musk Demands Weekly Accomplishments from Federal Employees

    Federal workers have until midnight to listen to Elon Musk’s second request for reports about what they’ve done recently. Musk, along with former President Trump, warned that those who don’t follow these instructions might get fired. They believe asking for a list of five accomplishments from last week will help make the government more accountable.

    Many employees feel stressed and confused about this new rule as the government changes. Some agencies are telling their staff not to respond or to keep their answers limited, like they did last month when Musk made his first request.

    This time, employees should expect to send their lists every Monday. There are about 2.4 million federal workers, with most not based in Washington, D.C. For example, workers at the Food and Drug Administration received several emails about the request on Monday, telling them about the new requirement and how to respond properly.

    They must avoid sharing sensitive information and should answer with general statements only. Similar rules came from the Department of Energy. Employees were told not to include anything sensitive or classified and to keep things vague. The State Department said they would answer on behalf of their workers, while the Federal Bureau of Prisons allowed workers to say that their duties are security-sensitive. The Justice Department initially said not to respond due to confidentiality, but later changed its mind.

    The FBI was also told to wait and not respond until told otherwise. Last month, the request for five accomplishments was optional, even with Musk hinting at layoffs. Now, individual agencies are asking, as they have the authority to hire or fire employees.

    Musk described this new requirement as a “pulse check” to see if employees could report back effectively.

  • Abu Azmi Sparks Outrage for Praising Aurangzeb as ‘Good Administrator

    Abu Azmi Sparks Outrage for Praising Aurangzeb as ‘Good Administrator

    Samajwadi Party (SP) leader Abu Azmi caused a big stir when he called Mughal emperor Aurangzeb a “good administrator.” This upset many, including Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who called Azmi’s comments “treason” and insisted that legal action should be taken against him.

    Azmi, known for making controversial remarks, said that Aurangzeb was not a cruel ruler. He stated that during Aurangzeb’s 52-year reign, if he had been forcing Hindus to convert to Islam, there would have been many more converts. Azmi claimed that while Aurangzeb did destroy temples, he also destroyed mosques, implying he wasn’t strictly anti-Hindu. “The country should not be divided by religion; we must all follow the Constitution,” he added.

    In response, Eknath Shinde criticized Azmi, reminding him that Aurangzeb tortured the Maratha king Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj for 40 days. Shinde called Azmi’s remarks wrong and said he should apologize. He suggested that such statements disrespected India’s history.

    Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC also condemned Azmi’s comments, saying he needs to study history. She emphasized that Aurangzeb only destroyed temples and never built any. BJP leader Ram Kadam joined in the criticism, pointing out that Aurangzeb brutally killed Sambhaji Raja.

    The anger over Aurangzeb has grown recently, especially after the release of the movie “Chhava,” making Azmi’s comments even more controversial.

  • Car Crashes Into Crowd During Carnival in Mannheim: Multiple Injuries

    Car Crashes Into Crowd During Carnival in Mannheim: Multiple Injuries

    A car crashed into a crowd in Mannheim, Germany, on Monday, injuring several people. News source Mannheimer Morgen reported that police responded quickly to the scene, but they did not have information about any suspects or confirmed injuries yet.

    The crash happened during the carnival season when many people were out celebrating. A lot of parades were taking place in cities, including Mannheim, where the incident occurred. Eyewitnesses said a black SUV sped through the streets, driving into people as it moved from Paradeplatz square toward the famous water tower in the city.

    Local news says some people were hurt seriously in the crash. Police are investigating the situation and have a large operation underway in Mannheim.

  • IIT Baba’ Arrested for Ganja Amid Safety Concerns

    IIT Baba’ Arrested for Ganja Amid Safety Concerns

    On Monday, the Jaipur police arrested a well-known figure, Abhay Singh, known as ‘IIT Baba,’ at his hotel for having a small amount of ganja (marijuana). Police said they received a tip that he might be trying to harm himself after he shared concerning messages on social media.

    When the police found him, he admitted to using ganja and that he might have said troubling things when he was not fully conscious. Because he only had a little ganja, the police interrogated him and then released him on bail.

    Abhay Singh, who became famous during the Maha Kumbh festival, spoke to reporters during his arrest, saying, “It’s my birthday, and I want to be happy today.”

    Recently, he also claimed that he was attacked by a group of people dressed in saffron robes during a live TV debate. They entered the studio, created chaos, and reportedly hit him with sticks. Abhay then protested outside a police station but decided not to file a formal complaint after talking with the police.

  • Bangladesh’s Yunus Stresses Importance of Strong India Relations Ahead of Summit

    Bangladesh’s Yunus Stresses Importance of Strong India Relations Ahead of Summit

    Bangladesh and India need to be good friends because they depend on each other, said interim leader Muhammad Yunus in an interview with BBC Bangla. He mentioned that some misunderstandings have occurred because of rumors but is confident that their relationship is strong. Yunus hopes to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi soon at the Bimstec Summit in Thailand on April 3-4. He described the relationship as “very good” and stated, “There’s no other way but to have good relations between Bangladesh and India.”

    Yunus noted that both countries have a rich history and work closely in politics and trade. Even though there have been conflicts, he believes they stem from misinformation. He stated, “We are trying to fix that misunderstanding.”

    Relations have been rocky lately, especially after the protests last August that led to the fall of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s government. India has criticized the interim government for its treatment of minorities in Bangladesh. Trade and travel between the two countries have been affected as well. Hasina is currently living in India, and the interim government wants her to return.

    When asked about the possibility of unrest in Bangladesh, Yunus said that it’s always a threat. He believes the Awami League party, which Hasina leads, is trying to create problems. Yunus assured that he plans to hold elections within the year and mentioned that political parties, including the Awami League, need to decide if they will participate.

    He also denied any support from the government for a new political group formed by student leaders, stating that those representatives have resigned.

  • Eight Lives Lost as Avalanche Hits Uttarakhand; 46 Workers Rescued

    Eight Lives Lost as Avalanche Hits Uttarakhand; 46 Workers Rescued

    The District Magistrate of Chamoli, Sandeep Tiwari, announced that the last body from the avalanche site was brought to Joshimath today. The Indian Army finished its search and rescue work in the Mana area of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, on Sunday. This was done to help the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers who were trapped after the avalanche on February 28.

    Sandeep Tiwari told ANI, “The last body that we found yesterday has been brought to Joshimath today. We are finishing the legal formalities. I want to thank all the teams for completing this operation on time.” He thanked the Army, ITBP (Indo-Tibetan Border Police), Air Force, NDRF (National Disaster Response Force), and SDRF (State Disaster Response Force) for their swift efforts in the rescue.

    According to the Indian Army, 46 out of the 54 BRO workers were rescued and are getting medical help. Sadly, eight lives were lost in this tragic event. The Army shared on social media, “Despite our relentless efforts day and night, 8 lives could not be saved. We express our heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost loved ones.”

    Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami also expressed his sorrow for the families of the deceased BRO workers and hoped for a speedy recovery for the injured workers.

  • PM Modi Boosts Wildlife Conservation on World Wildlife Day

    PM Modi Boosts Wildlife Conservation on World Wildlife Day

    On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a meeting for the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) to celebrate World Wildlife Day. He announced that the count of Asiatic lions will take place in May this year. After enjoying a lion safari at Gir National Park in Gujarat, Modi went to the meeting in Sasan, which was also attended by Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and other important members.

    During the meeting, Modi laid the foundation stone for a new National Referral Centre for Wildlife in Junagadh. He also declared that a Centre of Excellence for managing conflicts between humans and wildlife will be set up in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. Additionally, he revealed a book about river dolphins.

    The NBWL, which helps the government protect wildlife, has 47 members, including military leaders and state representatives. Modi is the chairperson, while the Environment Minister is the vice-chairperson.

    After his safari, Modi shared on X that the Asiatic lion population has been increasing thanks to everyone’s hard work. He praised the tribal communities and women around Gir for their efforts in protecting the lions’ habitat. Modi noted that over the last decade, populations of tigers, leopards, and rhinos have also grown, showing how much people value wildlife.

    The government has approved over ₹2,900 crore for Project Lion, aimed at protecting Asiatic lions, which only exist in Gujarat. Currently, these lions live in nearly 30,000 square kilometers across 53 areas in 9 districts of Gujarat.

    A National Referral Centre for Wildlife is being built on over 20 hectares in Junagadh. This center will include a high-tech monitoring station for tracking wildlife and a modern hospital to support conservation work. The state government has worked with the Railways to create safety plans to prevent lion accidents on train tracks in their area, and this effort has greatly reduced such accidents.

    As part of his three-day visit to Gujarat, Modi also visited the Somnath temple and an animal rescue center called Vantara, where elephants and other animals get care and rehabilitation.

  • Angel One’s Shares Fall Sharply Amid Data Breach Announcement

    Angel One’s Shares Fall Sharply Amid Data Breach Announcement

    Shares of Angel One dropped 10% to a 52-week low of Rs 1,952.2 during trading on Monday, with a lot of activity as 24.4 lakh shares were traded worth Rs 493.3 crore. At around 12:36 p.m., the stock was down 7.7% to Rs 2,002. This decline follows a 12% drop over the last two days after the company revealed unauthorized access to client data.

    Angel One reported receiving alerts about the data leak on Thursday, February 27, from a partner monitoring the dark web. The alerts pointed out that some of its customers’ data had been accessed without permission. The company later confirmed that some of its AWS resources were compromised.

    In an official statement, Angel One said it had quickly changed passwords for its AWS services and other applications to limit the damage. They also hired an outside forensic expert to investigate the breach and understand how it happened. The company reassured customers that the incident does not affect their securities, funds, or account details, and all client accounts are safe. They are continuing to look into the issue to check for any further impacts while keeping everyone informed.

    In terms of business, Angel One had more trading activity and market share in January 2025, but total new clients added dropped to 6.6 lakh from 7.8 lakh in December 2024. Nevertheless, the total number of clients grew by 2.1% from the previous month, rising to 3.01 crore from 2.95 crore in December.

    Despite being down 35% in the last three months, Angel One’s stock has increased by 79% over the past two years. The company’s total market value is now Rs 18,144 crore.

  • Goyal’s Urgent US Trip: Tackling Trump’s Tariff Threat

    Goyal’s Urgent US Trip: Tackling Trump’s Tariff Threat

    Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal unexpectedly traveled to the United States on Monday for urgent discussions about trade. This trip comes just weeks before President Donald Trump plans to impose new tariffs that could affect Indian exports.

    Goyal’s visit follows canceled meetings and comes after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent trip to Washington, D.C. During that visit, India and the US agreed on a trade deal, aiming to boost bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.

    Concerns About Trump’s Tariffs

    Trump’s new tariffs, set to begin in early April, worry many Indian exporters, particularly those in industries like automobiles and agriculture. A report by Citi Research predicts India could lose up to $7 billion annually because of these tariffs.

    During his trip, Goyal is looking for more information about these tariffs and their impact on India. He may also discuss possible concessions and ways to lower tariffs to improve trade between the two countries.

    India is open to lowering tariffs on some industrial goods like cars and chemicals but is hesitant to reduce tariffs on agricultural products, which could hurt many farmers.

    To ease trade tensions, India has already cut tariffs on certain items. For instance, taxes on high-end motorcycles have decreased from 50% to 30%, and tariffs on bourbon whiskey were reduced from 150% to 100%. India is also planning to boost its energy imports and buy more defense equipment from the US.

    India’s trade with the US, its largest trading partner, has increased by 8% each year, reaching over $106 billion in the last ten months, resulting in a trade surplus for India. However, certain sectors like chemicals, metals, and food products could be hit hard by the possible new tariffs. If these tariffs are extended to more agricultural products, India could struggle with exports in areas like shrimp and dairy.

  • Renowned Urologist Dr. George P. Abraham Found Dead: Investigation Underway

    Renowned Urologist Dr. George P. Abraham Found Dead: Investigation Underway

    Dr. George P. Abraham, a well-known urologist, was discovered dead at his farmhouse in Nedumbassery, Kochi. Police reported that the 75-year-old surgeon’s body was found hanging. Dr. Abraham was a highly respected doctor who specialized in complicated urinary disorders. He worked at a leading private hospital in Kochi and had performed over 2,500 kidney transplants in his career.

    Dr. Abraham was the third person in the world to conduct a living donor Laparoscopic Kidney Transplant and was the first to perform several advanced surgeries in Kerala, including the first cadaver transplant and 3D laparoscopic surgery. In total, he had completed around 15,000 endourological procedures, which are surgeries done inside the urinary tract.

    He also treated more than 8,500 patients with a specific kidney stone surgery called PCNL and over 12,000 patients with Ureteroscopy and Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP). His body has been taken to a private hospital in Angamaly for further investigation, and police are looking into the situation.

    In a separate case, a 26-year-old trainee doctor was found dead in his hostel room at MJN Medical College and Hospital in Cooch Behar, West Bengal. The police have started an investigation under section 103 (murder) and are awaiting an autopsy result.

    Additionally, on January 28, another doctor, Dr. Dinesh Gaur, was found murdered in Greater Noida. His body was discovered covered in blood in a room he was renting out. The police believe that a couple, who became his tenants just three days before the murder, might be involved. They are currently on the run.