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BJP leader V Muraleedharan on Saturday called on the Kerala government to strictly enforce the newly passed legislation aimed at curbing the influx of illegal migrants in the state. Addressing reporters here, he said a large number of illegal immigrants from Bangladesh are arriving in Kerala under the guise of guest workers, and stressed that the law should be implemented in the state without fail. The Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025 was passed by the Lok Sabha on Thursday, with Home Minister Amit Shah asserting that those who come to India for business, education and investment are welcome, but those who pose a threat to security will face stringent action. Muraleedharan also claimed that these illegal immigrants, posing as guest workers, are involved in the spread of narcotics in the state. «So, it is essential to implement the new law for the peaceful life and safety of ordinary people here,» he said. Criticising the Congress-led UDF over the matter, the former union minister alleged that the opposition front's approach in this regard is «disappointing».

Bank Nifty and Nifty Midcap Select, increasing them to 35 and 140, respectively. The changes will be effective for all new contracts introduced from April 25, 2025, onwards, NSE said in a circular. The lot size for Bank Nifty will increase from 30 to 35, while Nifty Midcap Select will go up from 120 to 140. Existing contracts with expiries on April 24, May 29, and June 26, 2025, will continue to trade with the previous lot sizes until expiry, NSE said.

education loan of Rs 40 lakhs to study in the US found himself debt-ridden, struggling to make ends meet, and support an ailing parent. Taking to Reddit, a user named The Tech Philosopher shared his struggles in a long, emotional post. He recounted how his father, who operated a small manufacturing business, and the rest of his family invested all their emotional and financial resources to support his aspiration for a better future. Despite completing his degree, he faced significant challenges in securing employment in the U.S. due to economic recession, visa restrictions, and limited internship opportunities for Indian students. After a year of relentless applications, he was unable to earn enough to cover his living expenses, relying on monthly financial support from his family, which depleted their remaining savings.

Hindu-Muslim riots, arson and bomb blasts" during Eid in «areas like Dongri» by «illegal Rohingya/Bangladeshi/Pakistani infiltrators», an official said on Friday. The warning was received on X on Thursday morning, with Navi Mumbai police being tagged, the official added.

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DP World is preparing to start ship-leasing operations in India by setting up a subsidiary in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) at Gujarat's GIFT City, people familiar with the matter said. The port and logistics giant may commence operations with four ships, the people said, adding that the company has secured approval from Indian authorities. «The ships could be Indian flag ships or international ships. They may buy vessels and then lease them further or rent an Indian flag ship and then sub-lease it,» one of the persons said. DP World follows others such as Japan's Mitsui OSK Lines and UAE-based Transworld Group who have started operations in IFSC. DP World's new venture in India will encompass vessel ownership, operation, chartering, and other permitted activities, the people said. To be sure, the company offers feeder services globally but does not offer a ship leasing service in India currently.

Trump administration moved to invalidate contracts between a swath of US government agencies and the largest federal union representing their employees, in a sweeping attack on collective bargaining rights as the president aims to lay off government workers. In a lawsuit by the justice department, the defense department and other US agencies, the administration said collective bargaining agreements reached with local chapters of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) before Donald Trump took office are impeding his efforts to reform the government and pose a threat to national security. The legal move late Thursday came shortly after the US President signed an executive order directing agencies across the executive branch to cease collective bargaining with federal unions. According to AFGE's website, the union represents represents over 820,000 workers in nearly every agency of the federal and DC governments, spread across over 900 local unions.

Reason: the seasoned civil servant apparently had no idea that there was such a facility as a 'reply' button which would result in paperless interlocution. Much water has flowed down the sluggish Yamuna since then, but many of those in government, both politicians and bureaucrats, remain unfamiliar with technology.

Donald Trump and Prime Minister Mark Carney on Friday had a phone conversation that both men described as productive, although the Canadian leader said Ottawa would be imposing retaliatory tariffs next week as promised The call was the first contact since Carney won the leadership of Canada's ruling Liberals. He has called Trump's tariff threats a betrayal of a once close economic and security relationship. «It was an extremely productive call, we agree on many things, and will be meeting immediately after Canada's upcoming Election to work on elements of Politics, Business, and all other factors,» Trump wrote on Truth Social. Trump's tariff announcement is expected on April 2. Ottawa has made clear for months that it will impose countermeasures. The US and its northern neighbour have long been close allies and trading partners. But relations deteriorated after Trump upended the relationship with tariff threats and repeated comments about annexing the country. US inflation, consumer spending up

active shooter near the Texas North region led Air Force personnel to lock down their installation at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls throughout Friday morning at 9:40 a.m. (EST). The search operation at Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls commenced after base personnel moved to secure both their establishment and an adjacent elementary school.

Donald Trump's administration to secure the partial removal of the US tariffs that have already started hitting the bloc's exports and that are set to increase after April 2. European Union officials were told at meetings this week in Washington that there was no way to avoid new auto and so-called reciprocal tariffs that Trump is launching next week, according to people familiar with the talks. Discussions also began on what the contours of a potential deal to reduce them should eventually look like. That has prompted the European Commission, which handles trade matters for the EU, to start working on a «term sheet» for a potential agreement, which would set out areas for negotiations on the punitive trade measures, including lowering its own duties, mutual investments with the US as well as easing certain regulations and standards, said the people. VAT considered fair The reciprocal tariffs are meant to strike out against what Trump considers to be unfair levies on US goods as well as non-tariff barriers, like domestic regulations and how countries collect taxes, including the bloc's value-added tax, digital taxes and regulations. The EU says its VAT is a fair, non-discriminatory tax that applies equally to domestic and imported goods. A spokesperson from the commission declined to comment.

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Warren Buffett’s conglomerate, drawn by its $320 billion cash reserves and reputation as a safe haven during market turbulence. Analysts attribute the rally to renewed confidence in Buffett’s ability to capitalize on economic downturns and his track record of turning crises into opportunities. Buffett’s net worth climbed $23 billion this year, propelling him to sixth place on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index with a $165 billion fortune. Shareholders also praised Geico’s rebound under CEO Todd Combs, who streamlined operations to boost profits. With Berkshire’s diversified holdings—from Apple to BNSF Railway—investors see the company as a resilient anchor in uncertain times.

Manipur, security forces nabbed four militants belonging to different proscribed outfits from three districts of Manipur. The arrest was made in Bishnupur, Imphal East and Thoubal districts on Thursday. A militant belonging to the Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) was nabbed from Maibam Chingmang in Bishnupur district. The insurgent, identified as Leishangthem Hiran Singh. A member of KCP-PSC (Politburo Standing Committee), identified as Likmabam Amujao Meitei was apprehended from Sawombung Pourabi area in Imphal East district. Two militants of the KCP (Taibanganba) group were nabbed from Langthabal Khunou area in Thoubal district. They were identified as Loitongbam Boyai Singh and Khumanthem Dhanabir Singh. Security forces also seized 12 firearms and cartridges during search operations in Jiribam, Imphal West and Bishnupur districts.

capital on Friday amid rise in precious metal rates in the overseas markets, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.9 per cent purity had finished at Rs 91,050 per 10 grams on Thursday. In FY25, gold prices have increased by Rs 23,730 or 35 per cent from Rs 68,420 per 10 grams on April 1 last year.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Market sentiment seems to have turned bearish, as the rollover for Nifty futures in March has fallen below its three-month average. The rollover for the Nifty 50 in March fell to 76.09%, a drop from last month's 83.57% and below the three-month average of 80.14%.

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«At some point, people stop asking „When can I retire?“ And start wondering „Can I ever retire?“ So, is early retirement in India realistic or just a dream?» said Joshi in a post on LinkedIn.

Putin's comments, during a visit to the northern port of Murmansk, come amid U.S. attempts to forge a settlement to the conflict by re-establishing links with Russia and engaging with both Moscow and Kyiv, in separate talks. The Kremlin leader has been accused by Ukraine and European leaders of trying to prolong ceasefire talks without any serious intent of stopping fighting. Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 has left hundreds of thousands of dead and injured, displaced millions of people, reduced towns to rubble and triggered the sharpest confrontation for decades between Moscow and the West. Putin's suggestion of a temporary administration appeared to address his long-held complaint that Ukraine's authorities are not a legitimate negotiating partner as President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has stayed in power beyond the May 2024 end of his mandate.

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