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multi-polar world will become a reality faster than anyone had ever expected in the wake of the new tariffs announced by the US, Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra said on Thursday. In a post on social media platform X, Mahindra reposted a report of South Korea, China, and Japan, agreeing to cooperate for talks to improve free trade in the region amid concerns over US President Donald Trump's import tariffs, and wrote «the new tariffs announced by the U.S are a signpost of one major geopolitical development». He further said, «The MultiPolar World will now become a reality faster than anyone had ever expected.» The US on Wednesday announced 27 per cent reciprocal tariffs on India — saying New Delhi imposes high import duties on American goods — as the Trump administration aims to reduce the country's trade deficit and boost manufacturing.

The rationale, as given by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, was that US sanctions already prohibit «meaningful trade» with these nations, so further tariffs were not needed, according to Axios. But although this argument may make sense, the US continues to trade more with Russia than with nations such as Mauritius or Brunei, which did find themselves on Trump's tariff list, reported Axios.

Vedanta Ltd on Thursday reported record production figures across key business verticals for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, the company said in a regulatory filing. Vedanta achieved historic highs in aluminium and zinc production while also recording strong growth in iron ore, steel, oil and gas, and power sales. Annual aluminium production saw a 2% increase year-on-year, reaching 2,421 kt, while fourth-quarter output grew 1%.

Blake Lively seems to be making headlines every now and then due to one reason or the other amid the Justin Baldoni lawsuit controversy. Blake Lively's recent visit to a Connecticut donut shop was intended to be a casual gesture of support for a friend. Instead, it sparked an online controversy. Given her ongoing lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, some believe the move was an untimely PR distraction. Although her supporters are rallying behind her intentions, the timing has caused further controversy.

Bandhan Bank's loans & advances surged nearly 11% year-on-year Rs 1,37,902 crore in the March 31, 2025 ended quarter versus Rs 1,24,721 crore reported by the lender in the year ago period. The total deposits grew by 12% YoY to Rs 1,51,209 crore in Q4FY25 as against Rs 1,35,202 crore reported in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year. On a sequential basis, the advances were up 4.5% while the total deposits saw a 7.2% uptick.

The CEO of Tesla and close counselor to President Donald Trump had strongly supported right-wing candidate Brad Schimel, cautioning that the contest held great importance for «Western Civilization.» Schimel's possible loss by a double-digit margin has sparked scrutiny of Musk's clout within Republican ranks as he looks toward upcoming elections, including the near-term midterms. Musk, who has had an active role in developing Republican tactics, dismissed the loss in Wisconsin as the inevitable result, as mentioned in a report by Forbes. In a post on social media after the vote, he explained that he had expected the defeat, indicating that his long-term effort to shape elections is not interrupted.

National Security Council (NSC) following a high-profile leak of classified discussions on Signal, a secure messaging app. The move, first reported by Axios and confirmed by DailyMail.com, follows an embarrassing incident involving National Security Advisor Michael Waltz.

Kanye West is making headlines once again, but this time over a surprise business move. Struggling financially and rumored to have marriage issues with Bianca Censori, the rapper is allegedly turning to an adult toy line to revive his wealth. The gesture has got people talking, and the issue of its viability along with that of Censori's motivation has raised concerns, as per a report.

Donald Trump's close ally Elon Musk stint with the government may probably end soon. The world’s richest person’s government service hitting its legal limit in the coming weeks, meaning Musk will reportedly step down as Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) chief by the end of May. “He’s got a big company to run … at some point he’s going to be going back,” Donald Trump told reporters on Monday. “I’d keep him as long as I could keep him,” the president added. Amid this, US Vice President JD Vance said Musk will continue to be a «friend and adviser» to the Trump administration- even after his stint at DOGE is up. ALSO READ: Real reason why Trump's 'first buddy' Elon Musk is quitting DOGE in four months

Grand National Festival, one of Britain’s biggest horse racing events, is scheduled to begin on Thursday, April 3 and will run until Saturday, April 5. The event will feature high-stake races and top-tier competitors. The festival promises a thrilling spectacle for racing enthusiasts. Apart from the action on the track, ITV7 is offering a massive jackpot prize pool of £200,000 across the three days. As per reports, racing fans can enter the Jackpot contest for free via the ITV7 app or website. All the people must do is pick seven horses each day for a chance to win the prize.

Donald Trump's social media company, Trump Media & Technology Group, filed to re-register for sale billions of dollars' worth of shares that he has in the company and that are held in a trust overseen by his eldest son, as per a report. The registration statement, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday, permits the trust to sell shares, but that doesn't mean any sale is imminent. The nearly 115 million shares held in the trust were previously registered last summer by Trump Media, which is the parent company of Truth Social, the social media platform that Trump has used as his primary online megaphone, NYT News Service reported. A few weeks after winning the presidential election, Trump transferred his shares in Trump Media to the Donald J. Trump Revocable Trust, which is controlled by his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr. The president has said on several occasions that he had no plans to sell shares. Donald Trump is the largest single shareholder in Trump Media, controlling roughly 53 per cent of its shares. The stock, which surged after the election, has plunged more than 40 per cent this year. With the stock trading around $19, Trump's stake is worth nearly $2.2 billion. Trump Media's share price has swung wildly since it went public a year ago. Its trading patterns often seem divorced from the financials of the company, which has so far generated scant revenues and continues to post quarterly losses.

The three-day Randox Grand National festival got underway on Thursday and will go on till Saturday, with more than 150,000 racegoers expected to take part in it. This mega event is estimated to boost the economy by nearly £60 million (nearly $79 million) and is expected to attract a TV audience of around 600 million worldwide, BBC reported.

global trade war. The 10-year Treasury yield fell by 11 points to 4.085 per cent. This is the lowest level in six months while the two-year yield dropped by 9.5 basis points to 3.809 per cent. The broader bond market, as per reports, echoed this trend, with the 30-year Treasury yield slipped to 4.44 per cent. The 1-year Treasury yield declined to 3.957 per cent. The fall in yields is an indicator of the shift in investor sentiment towards safer assets amid looming economic uncertainty.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Thursday said the US was the sole bidder for the 2031 Women's World Cup, while the 2035 tournament will be hosted by the UK. The announcement by Infantino was made during the 49th UEFA Congress in Belgrade, Serbia, The Athletic reported.

Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs, the White House said on Wednesday. The exemption will come as a relief to the U.S. oil industry, which had expressed concerns that new levies could disrupt flows and raise costs on everything from Canadian crude oil serving Midwest refineries to European cargoes of gasoline and diesel to the eastern seaboard, as per a report. Trump on Wednesday announced he would impose a 10 per cent baseline tariff on all imports to the United States and higher duties on dozens of the country's biggest trading partners, deepening a trade war that he kicked off on his return to the White House, Reuters reported. The trade protections, however, do not apply to energy imports from Canada or Mexico – which are already exempted under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement free trade deal – nor do they apply to energy imports from any other country, a White House official said, as per the report. Canada and Mexico are the two largest sources of imported crude oil to the United States, while Europe is a significant source of imported fuel to the U.S. East Coast, which has a dearth of oil refineries, Reuters reported.

Donald Trump's most recent wave of tariffs is all set to rattle the economy. His trade war has just gotten personal for one of his closest allies. With new tariffs going into effect on "Liberation Day," Amazon founder Jeff Bezos might be among the most affected, and his retail empire could face a heavy financial blow. As economists warn about rising costs and economic downturns, the Amazon founder faces significant challenges.

Rahul Gandhi due to the complainant's failure to present a witness. Advocate Kashi Prasad Shukla, representing the Rae Bareli MP, confirmed that the hearing could not take place due to absence of witness. The hearing was supposed to take place on Thursday, but since the complainant failed to present any witness, no proceedings could be conducted, Shukla said. The court has now scheduled the next hearing for April 15, he added. The defamation case dates back to 2018, when local BJP leader Vijay Mishra filed a defamation suit against Gandhi over his alleged derogatory remarks against BJP leader Amit Shah made during the Karnataka assembly elections. During the five years between 2018 and 2023, the case underwent multiple proceedings, but Gandhi reportedly failed to appear in court. In December 2023, following a warrant, the Congress leader appeared in court. In February 2024, he complied with the summons and the special magistrate granted him bail on two sureties of Rs 25,000 each. The court later instructed him to record his statement, which was finally completed on July 26, 2024, though after multiple postponements.

Ola Electric on April 3 announced the launch of #HyperDelivery, offering same-day registration and delivery of its electric two-wheelers. The company has rolled out the pilot programmein Bengaluru and plans to expand it across India in phases this quarter, Ola Electric said in a stock exchange filing on Thursday. “Customers can now complete the process online or at an Ola Electric Store and ride home on their fully registered vehicles in just hours,” the company stated.

Nasdaq and S&P 500 futures were down 3.3% and 3%, respectively, at the time of reporting today (3 April), hours after Trump's 'Liberation Day' sent shockwaves across the ocean, according to data from MarketWatch. Markets plunge as Trump pushes ahead with global 'reciprocal' tariffs Meanwhile in Europe, Germany's DAX was down 2.1%, while the Stoxx Europe 600 index opened with an immediate 2% drop. It was a similar reaction in Japan, as the Nikkei 225 lost 2.8%, while Tokyo's Topix dropped 3.1%. «The effects of ‘Liberation Day' are being felt far and wide, with Asian markets down ...

Both teams are struggling to find consistency this season, with just one win in three matches. While SRH holds the 8th spot in the points table, KKR finds itself at the bottom (10th place) due to an inferior net run rate. With the pitch conditions and weather playing a crucial role, both teams will look to make the most of the Eden Gardens surface to secure a much-needed victory.

According to a report by TOI, LEGO’s story is one of resilience and smart decision-making.