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  • Indian Stocks Rise: RBI Boosts Banks and Investors Cheer Lower Oil Prices!

    Indian Stocks Rise: RBI Boosts Banks and Investors Cheer Lower Oil Prices!

    Indian stock markets experienced a positive day on Thursday for the second time in a row. Investors bought stocks that were undervalued, and financial stocks went up after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to add $21 billion in cash to banks. Energy stocks also did well due to lower oil prices. The markets were helped by U.S. President Donald Trump’s temporary decision to hold off on tariffs for car imports from Mexico and Canada.

    The main index, BSE Sensex, increased by 609.86 points, finishing at 74,340.09. The broader Nifty 50 index rose by 207.40 points to reach 22,544.70.

    Key Highlights:

    – Reliance Industries, which is one of the biggest companies on the stock market, saw its shares rise by 3%. Several financial analysts said it’s a good time to invest in this stock.
    – Energy stocks gained 2% as crude oil prices dropped. Asian Paints, a popular paint brand, saw its shares jump by 4.8%.
    – Financial stocks increased by 0.5%, helped by the RBI’s decision to provide more funds to banks. So far this year, the RBI has injected a total of Rs 4.5 lakh crore since mid-January.
    – Zydus Lifesciences shares rose by 2.1% after getting approval for a leukemia drug from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

    The trend in the broader market was also positive, with the Nifty Midcap 100 rising by 0.4% and the Nifty Smallcap 100 jumping by 1.3%.

    Experts are optimistic about the market, especially after Trump’s decision eased worries about trade. They also noted that falling oil prices, due to reduced demand, are giving a boost to energy and metal sectors.

    One analyst, Vinod Nair, mentioned that the market shows strength from key financial stocks. The Nifty index is recovering, and there is optimism for further gains unless it falls below 22,300.

  • India Advances to Champions Trophy Final with Epic Win Over Australia!

    India Advances to Champions Trophy Final with Epic Win Over Australia!

    Team India is going to the final of the Champions Trophy 2025 after an exciting four-wicket victory over Australia on Tuesday. Virat Kohli was the star of the match, making a fantastic 84 runs in the chase for 265 runs. He received great support from Shreyas Iyer, Axar Patel, and KL Rahul.

    The real hero of the day was Hardik Pandya. He scored a quick 28 runs when India needed them the most, hitting three huge sixes and one four. His powerful batting changed the game and helped India secure the win. The match became very tense towards the end, and the Indian players were really nervous.

    In a fun video shared on Instagram, Hardik was seen chatting with Axar Patel, trying to ease the tension. Hardik said, “I was smiling. I knew I would hit those sixes. I could tell everyone in the dressing room was a bit tense, but I was calm inside.”

    Axar joked about the nervousness in the dressing room, saying, “We were thinking about running twos and singles, hoping Hardik and Rahul would keep the game going.” KL Rahul, who scored an important 42 runs without getting out, added that Hardik’s runs helped reduce the pressure on him. He said, “Hardik hit those crucial sixes, and it made my job easier. I’m really happy we won!”

    With this victory, India is set to play New Zealand in a thrilling final for the Champions Trophy title!

  • Bangladesh’s Election Hopes: Nahid Islam’s Vision for Change

    Bangladesh’s Election Hopes: Nahid Islam’s Vision for Change

    Bangladesh’s temporary government is struggling to keep people safe, making it hard to hold elections this year, said Nahid Islam, the leader of a new political party. Last August, former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was removed from power after big protests led by students, some of which turned violent. The interim government, led by Nobel Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, recently announced that elections might not happen until the end of 2025, even though protests are still going on.

    Islam, a 26-year-old former student leader who recently became the head of the National Citizens’ Party (NCP), feels the situation is not safe enough for a national election. He shared his views during his first interview as party leader at a government-provided house in Dhaka. His comments are significant because he was an adviser in the interim government and is the first important politician to question Yunus’s election timetable.

    Experts think that this young party could change the long-standing politics in Bangladesh, which has been controlled by Hasina’s Awami League and Khaleda Zia’s Bangladesh Nationalist Party for many years. Both of these traditional parties want elections to happen soon, believing a democratically elected government should take charge again.

    There have been incidents of violence, such as attacks on government symbols and clashes among different student groups. Reports also suggest there are attacks on homes and businesses, especially targeting Hindus and other minority groups, although the interim government claims these reports are exaggerated.

    Islam stated that the NCP, formed just last week, will be ready for the elections whenever they occur. However, he stressed that before the elections can be held, everyone needs to agree on a document called the ‘Proclamation of the July Revolution.’ This document is being created with input from political parties and student activists and should reflect what the Bangladeshi people want.

    If they can agree on this document within a month, elections could happen quickly. However, if it takes longer, they should wait to hold elections. Islam also mentioned that many wealthy people in Bangladesh are helping to fund the NCP, and they plan to raise money through crowdfunding for a new office and for the election.

  • U.S. Halts Military Planes for Deporting Illegal Immigrants

    U.S. Halts Military Planes for Deporting Illegal Immigrants

    The U.S. government is stopping the use of military planes to deport illegal immigrants. According to the Wall Street Journal, this decision is based on high costs. The military flights to send back illegal immigrants were found to be much more expensive than regular civilian flights. For example, deporting people to India cost about $3 million per flight, and even flights to Guantanamo Bay cost over $20,000 per person.

    Using military planes made these flights take longer and carry fewer people, which added to the costs. A recent flight to deport immigrants was canceled, and officials said this pause might continue for a long time. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that breaking the law could lead to serious consequences, hinting that some might end up in Guantanamo Bay.

    So far, military planes have taken several migrants back to different countries, including India and Guatemala. Many deportees reported being handcuffed and chained during their flights, which does not sound comfortable at all.

    Overall, the Trump administration is focused on cracking down on illegal immigration, but now they have to find a more affordable way to handle deportations.

  • Humayun Saeed: Pakistan’s Wealthiest Actor and His Journey to Stardom

    Humayun Saeed: Pakistan’s Wealthiest Actor and His Journey to Stardom

    Before the Partition of India in 1947, Lahore and Calcutta were the hotspots for movies in India, followed by Bombay. After 1947, Bombay became Bollywood’s main city and saw a huge boom in films. Calcutta kept making Bengali movies, but Lahore’s film industry slowed down. Recently, there have been efforts to bring back Lahore’s film scene, and the Pakistani film industry has been growing. With bigger markets and a larger audience around the world, films are making more money, making stars richer too. Some Pakistani film stars are now wealthier than their Bollywood counterparts!

    Pakistan’s Richest Actor

    According to various reports, Humayun Saeed is the richest actor in Pakistan today, with a net worth of about $50 million (PKR 1380 crore or INR 435 crore). This makes him richer than famous Pakistani stars like Fawad Khan ($5 million), Mahira Khan ($7 million), Maya Ali ($15 million), and Shaan Shahid ($20 million).

    Saeed vs. Bollywood Stars

    Humayun Saeed is often called the ‘Shah Rukh Khan of Pakistan’ because like Shah Rukh, he is the wealthiest actor in his country. Even though his $50 million is much less than Shah Rukh Khan’s $770 million, he surpasses many Bollywood stars. For example, actors like Ranbir Kapoor ($40 million), Prabhas ($35 million), and even Rajinikanth ($48 million) are not as rich as Humayun Saeed!

    How Humayun Saeed Earned His Wealth

    So, how did Humayun Saeed become so successful? He earns a lot from his acting roles, but that’s not his only source of income. He is also a film producer and started his own company called Six Sigma Plus Productions. Plus, he’s one of the few Pakistani actors to make it in the West. His role as Hasnat Khan in Netflix’s The Crown has helped him gain more recognition and earn even more money than his peers!

  • Trump Thanks Pakistan for Capturing ISIS-K Terrorist Linked to Abbey Gate

    Trump Thanks Pakistan for Capturing ISIS-K Terrorist Linked to Abbey Gate

    In a recent speech to Congress, former US President Donald Trump thanked Pakistan for helping catch a man named Mohammad Shareefullah, also known as “Jafar.” Jafar is connected to ISIS-K and was reportedly part of several dangerous attacks, including the bombing near Abbey Gate during the US exit from Afghanistan in August 2021. This bombing tragically killed 13 American soldiers and injured many others.

    Trump said that the US is “standing strong against the forces of radical Islamic terrorism” and criticized how the Biden administration managed the withdrawal from Afghanistan. He called it “disastrous” and “perhaps the most embarrassing moment in our country’s history.”

    He mentioned that the arrest of Jafar was a major success that would bring some peace to the families of those lost in the Abbey Gate attack. “Tonight, I am pleased to announce that we have just apprehended the top terrorist responsible for that atrocity,” Trump stated.

    After Trump’s speech, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked him for recognizing Pakistan’s efforts in fighting terrorism. He said that Shareefullah, an Afghan national, was caught during an operation near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border.

    Sharif emphasized Pakistan’s ongoing fight against terrorism, stating, “Pakistan has always played a key role in stopping terrorists.” He also expressed his country’s commitment to work closely with the US to maintain regional peace and stability, emphasizing their resolve in defeating terrorism.

  • Kate Cassidy Opens Up About Liam Payne’s Legacy and Mental Health Journey

    Kate Cassidy Opens Up About Liam Payne’s Legacy and Mental Health Journey

    Liam Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, opened up about how hard it can be to get out of bed after losing her partner. Liam, who was a member of One Direction, sadly passed away in October last year at just 31 years old when he fell from a hotel balcony in Argentina.

    In a recent interview on the ITV talk show, Lorraine, Kate spoke about Liam’s openness regarding mental health. She is now involved in the March4March mental health campaign to help those who need support, especially since Liam can no longer do it himself.

    Kate shared, “Liam guided me to this campaign. I’m on my own healing journey, and some days getting out of bed feels really tough. But I have my dog, Nala, who needs me, so I try to take her for a walk, even if it’s just for five or twenty minutes. It helps clear my mind instead of staying in bed scrolling through social media.”

    Kate became emotional as she talked about how she’s still learning to accept that Liam is gone. “It’s hard for me to talk about him in the past tense. It hurts. I have tough days, but I am lucky to have a great support system around me,” she said.

    She described Liam as “one of a kind,” saying he could make anyone smile. “He had a special sense of humor that made everything better. His warm presence is something I’ll always hold onto.”

    Kate also hopes to help others feel less alone in their grief and healing process. She was drawn to the number four in the campaign, which means a lot to her and Liam. “It’s our angel number that symbolizes support and guidance,” she explained.

    Just before Liam’s tragic death, Kate had been in Argentina with him but returned to America beforehand. At the Brit Awards, Liam was remembered fondly, with his family wanting privacy during this tough time.

    Recently, a court in Argentina dismissed charges against some people related to Liam’s death. Kate had been with Liam since 2022 and mentioned that he once wrote her a note about wanting to propose. She joined his family and friends for his private funeral.

    Liam often spoke about his mental health struggles and his fight with alcoholism during his time with One Direction. He had previously discussed hitting “rock bottom” and shared his journey towards sobriety. In 2023, he revealed he was almost six months sober after staying in a rehab facility for nearly 100 days.

  • Railway Board Cancels Group C Selections Amid Corruption Concerns

    Railway Board Cancels Group C Selections Amid Corruption Concerns

    The Railway Board has decided to cancel all pending job selections for Group C positions that were not approved by March 4, 2025. Officials say this is due to “irregularities” found in the selection process.

    In a message sent to railway leaders on Wednesday, the board explained that, because of problems noticed in recent selections, they will review the selection process for Group C jobs. They have stated that any pending selections or promotions (which are called LDCEs and GDCEs) not completed by the deadline will be considered canceled.

    No new selection processes will start until further notice. More information about how selections will be managed will be shared later.

    Earlier, the Railway Ministry took an important step by getting the Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) to conduct all promotion exams with a centralized computer-based test. This change comes after the CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation) arrested 26 railway officials in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly leaking exam papers and seized ₹1.17 crore in cash during their investigation.

    Before these changes, railway divisions and zones managed promotion exams on their own, leading to many reports of unfair practices and corruption.

  • Jatin Hukkeri Faces Investigation Amidst Wife’s Gold Smuggling Arrest

    Jatin Hukkeri Faces Investigation Amidst Wife’s Gold Smuggling Arrest

    Jatin Hukkeri, husband of Kannada actress Ranya Rao, is in the spotlight after her recent arrest in Bengaluru for alleged gold smuggling. The police claim Jatin frequently traveled with Ranya to Dubai. Ranya, married to Jatin in a grand wedding at Taj West End, raised eyebrows for taking four trips to Dubai in just 15 days.

    The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized gold bars worth ₹12.56 crore (about $1.5 million) from Ranya at Kempegowda International Airport. After that, officials searched her home, finding gold jewelry worth ₹2.06 crore and ₹2.67 crore in cash. In total, almost ₹17.29 crore (around $2 million) was seized, marking a significant fight against organized gold smuggling.

    Ranya is the stepdaughter of senior police officer Ramachandra Rao, who is currently the Chairman of the Karnataka State Police Housing and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd.

    Who is Jatin Hukkeri?

    Jatin Hukkeri has a degree in Architecture & Interior Design from RV College of Engineering in Bengaluru. He also studied at the Royal College of Art in London, focusing on innovative market ideas.

    According to the Della Leaders Club, Jatin started off in Bengaluru’s restaurant business with cool designs and has since made a name for himself in India and London. He is the Founder and Creative Director of WDA & DECODE LLC and established Craft CoDe.

    His LinkedIn profile describes him as an experienced designer in Hospitality Architecture and planning, skilled in custom interiors and recreation design. One of his famous projects is Hangover, a cocktail bar and diner in Bengaluru. He shared that its design is unique because it allows airflow throughout the place.

    His clients include popular spots in Bengaluru like Hangover, Bangalore XOOX, and Olive Beach. He has also worked on projects in Delhi and Mumbai, including Monkey Bar in Delhi and Gateway Taproom in Mumbai.

  • Rising Support for Nitrogen Gas Executions: What You Need to Know

    Rising Support for Nitrogen Gas Executions: What You Need to Know

    LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – After Alabama’s first execution using nitrogen gas last January, the attorney general encouraged other states to try this method, and now some are starting to act. For instance, Louisiana plans to execute a man using nitrogen gas on March 18, and Arkansas lawmakers are considering it too after a long break from executions.

    Nitrogen gas is seen as a way for states to continue carrying out death sentences because they are running low on the drugs used for lethal injections. However, there are many arguments about whether this method is right, especially because of what some inmates experienced during their executions.

    Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall believes nitrogen hypoxia is a humane way to execute someone. But critics, like Rev. Jeff Hood, who saw the first nitrogen execution in Alabama, think it’s cruel.

    How does nitrogen execution work?
    In this method, an inmate breathes pure nitrogen gas, which takes away the oxygen they need. In Alabama, the person is strapped to a gurney and wears a gas mask, with nitrogen being pumped in for several minutes after their heart stops.

    What happened in Alabama’s executions?
    Alabama has carried out four nitrogen executions. People in the room reported that the inmates seemed to shake and gasp during the process. A doctor observing inmate Alan Miller said it looked painful, comparing it to waterboarding. State officials, however, say these movements are normal reactions to lack of oxygen.

    Louisiana’s plans to use nitrogen
    Louisiana plans to use a gas mask for the execution of Jessie Hoffman on March 18. If this goes through, it will be the second state to use nitrogen gas for executions after Alabama. Hoffman’s lawyers argue that he is being used as a test case for this new method.

    Louisiana’s Attorney General Liz Murrill mentioned that they expect to carry out multiple executions this year in order to provide justice for the victims’ families.

    Arkansas lawmakers consider nitrogen execution
    In Arkansas, lawmakers recently approved a bill to allow nitrogen gas for executions. Supporters believe this will help the state resume executions, as they haven’t killed anyone since 2017. The bill passed with many votes and needs Senate approval, with some lawmakers pushing for it after hearing from victims’ families.

    Many drug companies do not want their products used in lethal injections, which is why there’s a push for alternatives like nitrogen. Arkansas has 25 inmates on death row, but Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders hasn’t stated her plans regarding the new legislation yet.

    Experts are concerned about the secrecy surrounding these executions, questioning why states are moving to this “experimental” method. Legal challenges are expected in Arkansas, especially after the issues faced in Alabama executions.