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  • Arunachal Pradesh Celebrates International Women’s Day with Inspiring Messages

    Arunachal Pradesh Celebrates International Women’s Day with Inspiring Messages

    On International Women’s Day, the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh, Lt Gen K T Parnaik, and Chief Minister Pema Khandu sent special greetings to the women of the state. Governor Parnaik emphasized the importance of creating a fair world where every woman can succeed. This year’s theme, “Embracing Equity, Inspiring Change,” reminds us to take active steps towards empowering women.

    He said, “International Women’s Day is not just a celebration but also a call to action. It reminds us how important women are in families, communities, and the country.” The Governor praised the strength and achievements of women in Arunachal Pradesh, who have played a big role in the state’s development. He highlighted that empowering women is key to a strong and inclusive society.

    Parnaik encouraged women to recognize their value, stand up for their rights, and seek better opportunities. He said, “Let’s make this day inspire action and create a world where every woman can lead and succeed.”

    Chief Minister Pema Khandu shared similar thoughts on social media, wishing everyone a Happy International Women’s Day. He celebrated the strength and achievements of women everywhere and urged everyone to support and empower one another for a brighter future. Khandu also met mixed martial arts fighter Sonam Zomba from Arunachal Pradesh and expressed joy at meeting her on this special day.

    He highlighted how women contribute greatly to sports, leadership, and community building, playing a crucial role in shaping a better future for everyone.

  • India Reduces Tariffs: Congress Leader Slams U.S. Pressure

    India Reduces Tariffs: Congress Leader Slams U.S. Pressure

    Congress leader Manish Tewari criticized the BJP-led government for its trade policy. He said it is “unfortunate” that India is cutting tariffs under pressure from the United States. Tewari, who is an MP from Chandigarh, believes this is not a good way to handle trade or foreign relations.

    He pointed out that President Donald Trump has often accused India of having high tariffs, which make it hard for American businesses to sell products here. Trump mentioned this in a recent speech, saying India has agreed to lower its tariffs because someone is finally calling them out on it.

    Tewari thinks it would be better for India to implement fair trade agreements rather than give in to America’s demands. He confirmed that the Congress party will bring this issue up in Parliament soon.

    As the US gets ready to introduce new tariffs on countries with high tariffs on American goods, Trump insists that the US won’t allow itself to be taken advantage of anymore, especially by nations like India.

  • PM Modi Celebrates Inspiring Women for International Women’s Day 2023

    PM Modi Celebrates Inspiring Women for International Women’s Day 2023

    In celebration of International Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi showed his support for women, also known as “Nari Shakti,” by sharing his social media accounts with six incredible women. These women come from different parts of India and have inspiring stories.

    Meet the Amazing Women:

    – Vaishali Rameshbabu: A young chess star from Chennai, Vaishali started playing chess at just six years old. In 2023, she became a Chess Grandmaster, making India proud with her talent.

    – Dr. Anjlee Agarwal: A strong advocate for accessibility, Dr. Agarwal runs the Samarthyam Centre for Universal Accessibility. For over 30 years, she has worked to make public spaces, like schools, easier to access for people with disabilities.

    – Anita Devi: Known as the “Mushroom Lady of Bihar,” Anita started the Madhopur Farmers Producers Company in 2016. Her work in mushroom farming has helped many rural women find jobs and gain financial independence.

    – Ajaita Shah: As the founder and CEO of Frontier Markets, Ajaita empowers over 35,000 women in rural areas, helping them become successful business owners and connect their communities to needed goods and services.

    – Elina Mishra and Shilpi Soni: These two scientists, Elina from Mumbai and Shilpi from ISRO, are doing important research. They took over PM Modi’s social media accounts together to share their stories.

    Prime Minister Modi praised these women for their hard work and success, calling them examples of the brighter future that women can help create in India. He wrote on social media, “They remind us of the endless possibilities women have. We celebrate their achievements today and every day!”

  • Trump Targets Crypto Laws, Announces U.S. Bitcoin Reserve Plans at Summit

    Trump Targets Crypto Laws, Announces U.S. Bitcoin Reserve Plans at Summit

    Former US President Donald Trump recently spoke at a Crypto Summit in the White House, where he shared plans to stop what he calls the “war on cryptocurrency.” He criticized the current President Joe Biden for changing his views on crypto close to election time. Trump stated, “My government is working hard to end the federal push against crypto, which got really intense under Biden until election time.”

    Trump also mentioned that Biden was not a fan of crypto until he noticed how popular it was. “It seems that didn’t help him win,” Trump added. He called Biden’s choice to sell bitcoins “foolish.”

    The former president talked about an executive order he signed to create something called a ‘Strategic Bitcoin Reserve,’ claiming that the government now owns the most bitcoin in the US. He said, “Last year, I promised to make America the top bitcoin country and the center of crypto, and we are taking important steps to keep that promise.”

    He also mentioned that the Treasury and Commerce Departments will look for new ways to increase bitcoin holdings at no cost to taxpayers. The new Strategic Bitcoin Reserve means that the US will keep the bitcoin as a valuable asset and not sell it.

    Trump’s executive order also involves creating a US Digital Asset Stockpile, which will include other digital assets owned by the Treasury Department. The government can sell these assets if needed.

  • Women Scientists Inspire on PM Modi’s Social Media for Women’s Day

    Women Scientists Inspire on PM Modi’s Social Media for Women’s Day

    On Saturday, two amazing women scientists took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s social media accounts to talk about their work for International Women’s Day. Before this, on February 23, Modi announced that he would let some inspiring women share their stories on March 8, Women’s Day.

    The two scientists, Elina from Odisha and Shilpi from Madhya Pradesh, shared their exciting projects on PM Modi’s official X account. They introduced themselves as a nuclear scientist and a space scientist, respectively, saying, “We’re thrilled to show how vibrant science is in India. We invite more women to join!”

    Elina Mishra explained how her father inspired her love for science. She got her dream job at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in Mumbai, where she worked on advanced projects. “When we successfully accelerated a proton beam, it was a proud moment for me,” she shared.

    Meanwhile, Shilpi Soni, who has worked at ISRO for over 24 years, described her journey from the DRDO to ISRO, where she focuses on communication and navigation technologies. “ISRO offers great chances for everyone, with no limits to what you can achieve,” she said, expressing pride in India’s advancements in space technology.

    Shilpi also serves as the Associate Project Director for GSAT-22/23, which helps connect people in India. She shared that being part of an ISRO launch in French Guiana was a deeply fulfilling experience. Both women are proud to create opportunities for future generations in science.

  • Gensol Engineering Set for Stock Split & Fundraising Plans – March Update

    Gensol Engineering Set for Stock Split & Fundraising Plans – March Update

    On Friday, Gensol Engineering announced that its board will hold a meeting on March 13, 2025, to talk about splitting the company’s shares. Currently, each share is worth Rs 10, and if the board agrees, this will be the first time the company splits its shares. A stock split means that the company divides its existing shares into smaller parts, which can make shares more affordable for investors.

    The company will also discuss how to raise money by selling more shares, foreign currency convertible bonds, or other financial instruments. These ideas will need approval from shareholders and regulators before they can go ahead.

    In another update, Gensol Engineering’s promoters (the main people behind the company) sold 2.37% of their shares, which is about 9 lakh shares. They plan to use the money from this sale to help the company grow even more. After selling these shares, the promoters still hold a 59.70% ownership of Gensol Engineering.

    Recently, the company’s stock has dropped significantly, losing 70% of its value over the last eight trading sessions. This decline started in late February and got worse after credit rating agencies, CARE and ICRA, lowered their ratings on the company. On Friday, Gensol Engineering’s shares closed down 4.2% at Rs 321.20.

  • Women Borrowers in India: Growth Trends & Key Insights for 2025

    Women Borrowers in India: Growth Trends & Key Insights for 2025

    A new report from BharatLoan shows that many women in India are starting to borrow money for various needs. In fact, about half of all women who take loans are aged between 25 and 35 years old. Women from Maharashtra and Karnataka are leading the way, making up the largest portions of loans given out.

    According to the ‘BharatLoan Lending Report 2025,’ which was released just before International Women’s Day, women now receive nearly 11% of all loans in India. Although it’s still a small percentage, it’s a sign that more women are learning about financial options and finding it easier to access loans.

    The report reveals that women from Maharashtra receive 28% of total loans, while Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Delhi follow with 23%, 13%, and 11% of loans, respectively. This shows that most loans are being given in the western and southern parts of the country.

    In the last few years, loans given to women have been increasing by 6-8% each year. There was a 5% increase in 2023 and a notable 13% jump in 2024. The report expects this growth to continue in 2025, with projections of an 18-19% increase in loans to women.

    The age group that borrows the most is 30 to 35 years old at 27.81%. Following closely are those aged 25 to 30 years (22.68%) and those aged 35 to 40 years (22.57%). This pattern shows that younger working women are using loans for things like advancing their careers, getting a better education, and managing their finances.

    More than a third of women who borrow money have jobs and earn between ₹30,000 and ₹50,000 a month. Another 24% earn between ₹50,000 and ₹70,000, while over 16% make between ₹70,000 and ₹1 lakh.

    Amit Bansal, the Founder of BharatLoan, emphasized that while it’s great to see more women participating in borrowing, there is still a lot of work to do. He believes we need to make it even easier for more women to get loans.

  • China Places $2.6B Tariffs on Canadian Food: A Trade War Update

    China Places $2.6B Tariffs on Canadian Food: A Trade War Update

    China has decided to place tariffs on over $2.6 billion worth of food and agricultural items coming from Canada. This move is a response to taxes Canada imposed on some Chinese products back in October. The new tariffs will begin on March 20.

    China’s new taxes include a 100% tariff on about $1 billion of Canadian rapeseed oil and another 25% on $1.6 billion of Canadian fish and pork. This is similar to the taxes Canada put on electric vehicles and steel from China.

    Interestingly, China did not include canola, a major Canadian crop, in these new tariffs. This might suggest that China is open to discussing trade with Canada. Some experts believe China is sending a message about the risks of Canada getting too close to U.S. trade policies.

    Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said that the country is trying to push back against what he describes as China’s unfair practices in trade. Earlier, China also started an investigation into Canadian canola products due to concerns of dumping.

    About half of Canada’s canola exports go to China, which in 2023 amounted to $3.7 billion. The investigation is still ongoing, so not adding canola to the tariff list this time could be a sign that China wants to negotiate.

    Beijing might be hoping that after the upcoming Canadian election on October 20, a new government could lead to improved relations. Currently, Canada is China’s second-largest trading partner, following the United States, and they exported about $47 billion worth of goods to China in 2024.

  • Two Men Sentenced for the Murder of Ripudaman Singh Malik

    Two Men Sentenced for the Murder of Ripudaman Singh Malik

    Two men have been sentenced for the killing of Ripudaman Singh Malik. José Lopez, 26, was given a life sentence without the possibility of parole for 20 years by the British Columbia Supreme Court. His lawyer said he felt sorry for what happened.

    The judge, Terence Schultes, agreed that the sentence was fair, noting it was an appropriate outcome for the crime. Lopez and another man, Tanner Fox, 24, both faced second-degree murder charges. Fox was sentenced similarly earlier this year.

    Despite requests from Malik’s family, both men have not revealed who paid them to commit the crime. Prosecutors said that Lopez and Fox shot Malik multiple times in a planned killing and that they were paid for it.

    Malik was a well-known figure because he was accused in the Kanishka bombing in 1985, which killed 329 people, the worst act of terrorism in Canada. He was acquitted due to a lack of evidence.

    In 2022, Malik publicly distanced himself from the Khalistan movement and even praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He had a known dispute with Hardeep Singh Nijjar, another pro-Khalistani figure who was killed just a few weeks before Malik.

    Malik was killed on July 14, 2022, while sitting in his car at his business in Surrey. Police are still investigating to find out who hired Lopez and Fox. Both were arrested just days after the murder, with police confirming Malik was a targeted victim.

    Some groups, like Sikhs for Justice, believe that the Indian government was involved in Malik’s killing, similar to what happened in Nijjar’s case. This claim has also been echoed by Canadian leaders, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

  • Madhuri Dixit: Pay Parity for Women in Bollywood Still a Dream

    Madhuri Dixit: Pay Parity for Women in Bollywood Still a Dream

    In Jaipur, Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit said that women in Hindi movies still face big pay gaps. They have to keep proving they can bring in fans. This news came during a talk called “The Journey of Women in Cinema” at the 2025 IIFA Weekend, where Madhuri was joined by Guneet Monga, a producer who just attended the Oscars.

    Madhuri expressed that women actors need to show they are just as good, but still, things are unfair in terms of pay. She said, “Every time, we must prove ourselves to say we can attract an audience. There’s still a long way to go.” Guneet added that people should take more chances on female artists because it often feels like women have to work much harder to be noticed.

    She pointed out that “Stree 2” did really well at the box office, which shows that movies with women can succeed. Guneet urged for more opportunities for women in film.

    Madhuri shared that she has always played strong female characters, and she particularly loved her role in “Mrityudand,” which focused on women’s empowerment. She explained that in the past, very few women worked behind the scenes in filmmaking. Now, she sees women in various roles, like directors and writers, which is a big change for the better.

    Guneet also shared some concerning facts, saying that only a small percentage of women are directors or work in film crews. She urged everyone in the industry to create more chances for women to shine.

    The silver jubilee of the IIFA Awards will be held soon, hosted by Karan Johar and Kartik Aaryan, featuring special performances by stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan.