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The Atlantic magazine's Jeffrey Goldberg reported that he had been added to a Signal message group which apparently included Vice-President JD Vance and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. He said he had seen classified military plans for US strikes on Houthi rebels, including weapons packages, targets and timing, two hours before the bombs struck. The report sparked a firestorm of criticism from opposition Democrats and concerns among several Republicans. Several Democrats are calling for resignations of some Trump officials involved. Amid this, it has now emerged that Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz and JD Vance celebrated the elimination of Houthi commander in the leaked group chat. ALSO READ: 'Elon, I want to thank you': Trump makes it official, makes big statement amid Tesla Takedown protests

Ajay Devgn. The Bollywood superstar, known for his intense roles, set a new benchmark by becoming India's highest-paid OTT actor.

There were 2.83 lakh Indians who can be tagged as UHNIs in 2023, with each having a net worth of over Rs 25 crore and their aggregate wealth was pegged at Rs 2.83 lakh crore. The same is expected to grow to 4.3 lakh individuals possessing a wealth of Rs 359 lakh crore by 2028, as per the survey. Kotak Mahindra Bank's president Gautami Gavankar, however, said the decision to migrate should not be seen as a flight of capital out of the country, pointing out that the caps on such activities ensure that the money does not flow out even if a person changes residency.

Kunal Kamra has lashed out at T-Series after the music label reportedly blocked visibility and monetisation of his stand-up special, Naya Bharat: A Comedy Special, on YouTube. Kamra took to X (formerly Twitter) to criticise the company, accusing it of misusing copyright laws. «Hello @TSeries, stop being a stooge. Parody and satire come under fair use legally. I haven’t used the lyrics or the original instrumental of the song. If you take this video down, every cover song and dance video can be taken down. Creators, please take a note of it,» he wrote. He further added, «Having said that, every monopoly in India is nothing short of the Mafia, so please watch/download this special before it’s taken down.»

TGI Fridays has shut down nearly 130 stores in the United States in the last several months. This development comes as TGI Fridays faces ongoing bankruptcy proceedings as slumping sales and shifting trends have hit many casual dining-style chain restaurants hard. TGI Fridays shut down 130 stores in tragic decline: 10 points -TGI Fridays is slated for mass shutdowns for the year 2025. TGI Fridays, once known for its flair-laden servers, endless appetizers and festive atmosphere has closed a total of over 130 stores this year, since filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in November 2024. ALSO READ: US recession storm may be brewing. Deutsche markets survey pushes the possibility towards 50% -According to The Mirror, the most recent spate of closures took place in New York, New Hampshire, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Ohio with signs on locked doors citing the “difficult decision” to close.

Joe Biden and his wife, Jill Biden, are adjusting to life after the White House. The couple recently made their first major public appearance since leaving office, at a star-studded Broadway show.

Tesla share price rose 3.4 per cent on Tuesday even as Billionaire Elon Musk reportedly held a crucial meeting with employees, as per a report. Parleys between Musk, who is a key advisor to US President Donald Trump's administration, and Tesla employees and investors have been an assuring one, Fortune reported quoting Wedbush analyst Dan Ives. The meeting, which streamed online, had Musk speaking positive things to employees even as he claimed the future for Tesla looks bright. However, even after Tuesday's gain, Tesla's stock nevertheless remains down nearly 29 per cent for 2025 so far.

youth unemployment and disengagement, as per a report. This grim figure is a warning of an enormous issue that can have long-term implications for the United States' labour force and economic prospects.

Grimes is openly discussing her health. The singer recently shared that she has been diagnosed with autism and ADHD, thinking about how the conditions have impacted her life. Her confession comes as she continues to face co-parenting challenges with Elon Musk The singer talked about how the conditions affected her childhood and condemned social media's involvement in mental health issues. Grimes recently made a vulnerable admission on social media after criticizing her ex-boyfriend Elon Musk's decision to take their 4-year-old son, X Æ A-Xii, to the White House last month.

Apple will host its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) from June 9 to June 13. The keynote will be at Apple Park, followed by developer sessions throughout the remainder of the week. WWDC 2025 expectations At last year's conference, Apple introduced several AI-powered features, including new abilities such as rewriting emails and summarising a cluttered inbox.

Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). Effective investment advice and handholding can play a significant role in shaping investment behavior, and it is likely that the growing pool of knowledgeable and experienced distributors has contributed to the increasing trend of long-term investing among women, the study highlighted. Also Read | NFO Insight: This EV ETF from ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund is now open for subscription. Will it electrify your portfolio?

While hiring policies and diversity initiatives have led to higher female participation, career progression for women remains sluggish, particularly at senior levels, found the report, Gender Parity—Shaping Workforce Equity, that analyses workforce trends across global capability centres (GCCs), IT services, and tech roles in non-tech industries. “While we celebrate the growing presence of women in tech contractual roles, we must recognise that achieving true gender parity requires sustained efforts and a multifaceted approach that transcends hiring more women,” said Neeti Sharma, chief executive of TeamLease Digital.

Nifty, traded lower on Wednesday, halting a seven-day rally, as investors took a breather and awaited clarity on impending U.S. tariffs. Barring auto stocks, all sectoral indices were in the red. The BSE Sensex was down 551 points, or 0.71%, at 77,465.56, while the Nifty50 declined 131 points, or 0.55%, to 23,537 around 1:42 pm. In the last seven sessions, Sensex gained 4,189 points, while the Nifty added 1,271 points.

Express Entry candidates will no longer receive extra Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) points for having a valid job offer, including offers supported by a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). The change took place in the Ministerial Instructions effective March 25, 2025, as per a CIC News report. Before this change, Express Entry candidates with arranged employment could earn an extra 50 or 200 CRS points, significantly increasing their chances of receiving an invitation to apply (ITA) for permanent residence (PR). This change now impacts the CRS scores of all candidates in the Express Entry pool who had previously benefited from additional points for arranged employment. ALSO READ: Canada to send invitations to apply for Parents and Grandparents PR pathway in 2025 Candidates who have already received ITAs or who have PR applications in progress are not affected. In a press release on December 23, 2024, Canada stated that the removal of additional points is a temporary measure, but did not say when the measure would conclude.

Ashok Leyland Limited on Wednesday refuted recent media reports claiming that the company was in advanced negotiations to acquire the promoter's stake in SML Isuzu from Japan's Sumitomo Corporation. In an exchange filing, the company denied the news as «factually incorrect». The reports, which had circulated within media outlets, suggested that Ashok Leyland was nearing a deal to take over the stake of the promoter, Sumitomo Corporation, in SML Isuzu. However, Ashok Leyland clarified that there was no truth to these claims. «The Company would like to outrightly deny this news as factually incorrect. Kindly take the above on record and disregard any misleading information that may have been circulated in the media,» the auto maker said in its statement.

That's enough plastic to fill the stomachs of 18 million whales. The report arrives amid mounting concerns over the human health risks posed by the spread of microplastics, which scientists increasingly link to cancer, infertility, heart disease, and more. «Coca-Cola is by far the largest manufacturer and seller of beverages in the world,» said Matt Littlejohn, who leads Oceana's campaigns targeting corporate polluters. «Because of that, they really matter when it comes to the impact of all this on the ocean.»

Taking to his Instagram account, he shared that a source has revealed that a key point of contention arose when Dhanashree insisted that Chahal relocate from his hometown in Haryana to Mumbai, the financial capital of India. According to him, the couple, known for their presence in both cricket and entertainment circles, struggled to find common ground due to their starkly different personalities. While they had initially settled in Haryana with Chahal’s parents, they would visit Mumbai only when necessary. However, tensions escalated when Dhanashree firmly demanded a permanent move to Mumbai, a request that reportedly took Chahal by surprise. He added that the leg-spinner, deeply rooted in his family home and environment, found the demand unreasonable. Despite discussions and attempts to reach a middle ground, the disagreement led to heated arguments and an eventual rift. He stated that Chahal remained firm in his decision, unwilling to uproot himself from his parents’ home and the life he had built in Haryana. As per him, ultimately, this ongoing dispute over relocating is said to have played a significant role in the couple’s separation, marking the end of a relationship that had long been in the public eye.

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Noida and are planning a liquor run, now might be the perfect time. Liquor shops across the NCR are offering discounts and deals to clear out their stock before the new excise policy in Uttar Pradesh comes into effect on April 1. This year, UP introduced an e-lottery system for liquor shop licenses instead of renewing licenses as done in the past six years. This change allows new players to enter the market. Additionally, the government has introduced “composite shops” that will sell both beer and Indian Made Foreign Liquor (IMFL) together. Because of this, many separate beer and IMFL shops will be merged. Shop owners are now rushing to sell off their stocks by March 31 since any unsold liquor will be seized by excise officials. To avoid losses, vendors are offering various discounts and deals like buy-one-get-one-free offers and price reductions. Offers on beers and whiskeys in Noida For example, a liquor store in Noida's Sector 18 is offering a buy-one-get-one deal on whiskey, while a Sector 93 shop is focusing on beer promotions. Some shopkeepers prefer reducing prices instead.

green card applications filed by certain individuals, including approved refugees, as part of a broader effort to more aggressively vet immigrants, multiple sources familiar with the move told CBS News. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, or USCIS, recently directed officials to suspend processing of requests for legal permanent residency submitted by immigrants granted refugee or asylum status, according to the CBS News sources, who requested anonymity to discuss an action that has not been publicly reported. ALSO READ: What is visa retrogression and how it affects Green Card applicants