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  • Rishabh Pant Nominated for Laureus Award: Inspiring Comeback Story

    Rishabh Pant Nominated for Laureus Award: Inspiring Comeback Story

    Rishabh Pant, India’s wicketkeeper-batter, has been nominated for the famous Laureus World Sports Awards! The 27-year-old will captain the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 18th Indian Premier League (IPL) season. He is nominated for the World Comeback of the Year award. This makes him the second cricketer ever to be nominated for these awards, joining the legendary Sachin Tendulkar.

    Pant has shown incredible strength over the past year. He was in a serious car accident in December 2022, which kept him out of cricket for over a year. But he came back strong, returning to play in the 2024 IPL for Delhi Capitals after 629 days! He had to undergo major surgery for his knee but bounced back and performed well, scoring important runs in games.

    In his first match back, he played a key role in India’s victory against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2024. He scored 42 runs, and his performance helped lead India to a thrilling win in New York. After that, he returned to Test cricket against Bangladesh, matching MS Dhoni’s record for the most centuries by an Indian wicketkeeper.

    In November 2024, he became the most expensive player in IPL history when Lucknow Super Giants bought him for INR 27 crore.

    “Staying Positive”

    After hearing about his nomination, Rishabh Pant expressed his belief in staying positive no matter what challenges come his way. He said, “I am thankful for everything God has given me. I focus on being happy and believing in my strength to overcome tough situations. Surviving my car crash made me realize how lucky I am, which pushed me to work hard and come back even stronger.”

    Yuvraj Singh, a cricket legend, was inspired by Rishabh’s attitude. He said, “I met Rishabh in March 2023. He was healing but still had a tough road ahead. His positive spirit really stood out to me. It helped him make an amazing comeback when he returned to Test cricket in 2024. He inspires all athletes to keep a positive outlook, especially after injuries

  • 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.

  • Weekend K-Drama Ratings: The Potato Lab and More

    Weekend K-Drama Ratings: The Potato Lab and More

    A new romantic comedy called The Potato Lab, starring Lee Sun Bin and Kang Tae Oh, started airing on tvN in South Korea and is also available on Netflix since March 1. The show began with an average rating of 1.7% across the country, which is how many people were watching it. The second episode saw a slight increase to 1.8%.

    Buried Hearts and Undercover High School Shine Bright

    In other news, two other K-dramas starring Park Hyung Sik and Seo Kang Joon have also done great! They broke their own viewership records with exciting new episodes. Buried Hearts got 10.2% ratings, up from 8.8%, and Undercover High School reached 8.3%, growing from 6.6%.

    The Witch: A Mystery Romance Update

    Meanwhile, The Witch, starring Park Jinyoung from GOT7 and Roh Jeong Eui, is doing better too. Its sixth episode aired on March 2, achieving an average rating of 2.8%, which is an increase from a previous low of 1.5%.

    For Eagle Brothers: Strong Ratings Continue

    For Eagle Brothers, a popular drama on KBS2, has been a big hit since it started on February 1. The second episode also saw great success, hitting 19.2% in ratings, up from 16.9%.

    Where to Watch These Weekend K-Dramas:
    – The Potato Lab: tvN (South Korea) and Netflix (limited areas)
    – Buried Hearts: SBS (South Korea) and Disney+ (limited areas)
    – Undercover High School: MBC, TVING, Wavve (South Korea) and Viu, Kocowa (limited areas)
    – The Witch: Channel A, TVING, Netflix (South Korea), U-Next (Japan) and Viu, Viki (limited areas)
    – For Eagle Brothers: KBS2 (South Korea), Viki (limited areas)

  • India and Belgium Unite for Trade and Clean Energy Growth

    India and Belgium Unite for Trade and Clean Energy Growth

    India and Belgium are working together to strengthen their friendship in areas like defence, infrastructure, and clean energy. Piyush Goyal, the Indian Minister of Commerce, shared this news after a recent meeting with the European Union (EU) trade chief, Maros Sefcovic. This meeting happened just before important trade talks in Brussels from March 10-14.

    Goyal mentioned that he had a productive meeting with Princess Astrid of Belgium and other important leaders. Princess Astrid is visiting India from March 1 to 8, 2025, to promote Belgium as a great partner for business in Europe. Belgium, one of the original countries of the EU, is important because it’s home to both the EU and NATO.

    During her visit, Princess Astrid plans to meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other ministers. The focus is on building strong partnerships in trade, clean energy, and defence, which will help both countries grow together. The delegation’s first stop includes visiting the Agristo factory in Bijnor, which makes food products from potatoes and supports local farmers with new ways of farming. Their mission will also highlight Uttar Pradesh as a place for investment.

    Belgium has invested around $2.89 billion in India over the years. An Indian government official noted that Belgium is an important supporter of India, especially regarding its aim to become a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. Many Belgian companies are doing business in India, and Indian companies like TCS and Infosys are also active in Belgium.

  • Congress Leaders Spark Controversy Over Rohit Sharma and Rashmika Mandanna

    Congress Leaders Spark Controversy Over Rohit Sharma and Rashmika Mandanna

    A few days ago, Congress leader Shama Mohamed made comments about Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, stirring up some noise. Now, another Congress leader, MLA Ravikumar Gowda, is causing a stir with his comments on actress Rashmika Mandanna.

    MLA Criticizes Rashmika for Missing Film Festival:

    At a public event, MLA Ravikumar Gowda questioned why Rashmika Mandanna didn’t show up at an International Film Festival last year. He said, “Rashmika, who started her career in the Kannada film ‘Kirik Party’, ignored our invitation. She reportedly said, ‘I have a house in Hyderabad and don’t know where Karnataka is, plus I’m too busy.’ A friend of ours even went to her house 10 to 12 times to invite her, but she still didn’t come. Is it right to teach her a lesson for this?” His remarks have sparked discussion about how actors connect with their local film industries.

    Congress Moves Away from Rohit Sharma Controversy:

    This comes right after Congress distanced itself from comments made by Shama Mohamed, who criticized Rohit Sharma’s fitness and captaincy style on social media. Mohamed called Sharma “fat” for an athlete and said he is the “most unimpressive Captain India has ever had!” After getting backlash, especially from BJP leaders, Congress asked her to delete those posts and issued a clarification. Pawan Khera, head of Congress’ media team, said that Shama’s comments don’t represent the party’s views, and she must be more careful in the future.

    Political Reactions to Shama’s Words:

    BJP leaders reacted strongly to Shama’s comments, calling them disrespectful. One leader, Shehzad Poonawalla, said, “The Congress party has lost many elections under Rahul Gandhi’s leadership, yet they call Rohit Sharma unimpressive! Winning the T20 World Cup is impressive!”

    Support for Rohit Sharma came from Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi, who said, “I’m not a huge cricket fan, but I know Rohit Sharma has done great things for the Indian team, whether he is heavier or not. What counts is his hard work and commitment. He is a champion!”

  • Imran Khan’s Game-Changing Role in I Hate Luv Storys

    Imran Khan’s Game-Changing Role in I Hate Luv Storys

    In 2010, actor Imran Khan played a womaniser in the movie “I Hate Luv Storys.” This role was very different from what he had done before, and he revealed that Karan Johar helped him improve his image. In a recent chat on the “Moments of Silence” podcast, Imran talked about how Karan wanted him to look more attractive for the film. He said, “Karan decided to give me a sexier image. I usually keep fit, but for this movie, I was extra careful with my diet and exercise. We even did some topless photoshoots.”

    Imran also shared a funny story about when he hosted the Filmfare Awards with Ranbir Kapoor in 2009. He felt very nervous because it was his first big event, and famous stars like Amitabh Bachchan would be there. To help calm his nerves, Ranbir brought some fancy vodka. They took a few sips to relax before going back on stage. “It helped keep our nerves in check,” he said.

    In “I Hate Luv Storys,” Imran’s character, Jay, doesn’t believe in love, while Sonam Kapoor’s character, Simran, is all about it. They both work for a movie director known for making big romantic films.

    Imran, known for other hit films like “Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na” and “Delhi Belly,” is now thinking about returning to acting after a break since his last film, “Katti Batti,” in 2015.

  • 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.