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Trump administration, accusing them of violating federal record-keeping laws by discussing military operations on the encrypted messaging app Signal. The case, filed by American Oversight, names Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, CIA Director John Ratcliffe, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as defendants. “The Federal Records Act requires federal officials to preserve communications related to official government business,” American Oversight stated in its lawsuit, which seeks to prevent the destruction of federal records and compel compliance with the law. At the heart of the case is an extraordinary blunder: journalist Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was mistakenly added to the group chat in which senior Trump officials were reportedly discussing a planned strike in Yemen. The lawsuit, however, does not focus on the security breach itself but rather on the officials’ alleged failure to preserve these critical communications.

the Atlantic on Wednesday released the entire Signal chat among senior national security officials. The 'leaked' group chat shows Trump's Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth provided the exact timings of warplane launches and when bombs would drop against Yemen’s Houthis this month on behalf of the United States.

NPCI) has addressed the UPI outage issue, calling it a “partial decline” caused by technical issues. Further, it confirmed that the issue has been resolved.

Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said deceiving farmers cannot do good to anybody as she attacked the Congress on their farm loan waiver scheme, alleging that their promises left the farmers in lurch. During her reply in Rajya Sabha on The Banking Laws (Amendment), 2024 Bill, the finance minister took a cue from BRS member Ravi Chandra Vaddiraju's statement in Telugu during the discussion where he referred to Congress loan waiver scheme for farmers. Sitharaman said Congress announced «Rina maafi» (loan waiver), but in reality… half the farmers were left without loan waiver, the banks had put their name on record thereby making them also ineligible for new loans. «I would want to highlight the fact that deceiving the farmers is for nobody's good. If you really want to help the farmers, here is Prime Minister Modi putting Rs 2,000 every time, annually, 6,000 rupees into their account through the transparent DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer). It helps the small farmers. Show it in action,» she asserted. Sitharaman said Congress policies have been limited to paper without any action on ground and if there was any action then it was riddled with corruption. «I want to highlight like the way they speak about food security, MGNREGA and the rural areas, all schemes brought by them (but) none of which were effectively implemented. When Prime Minister Modi implements them, without corruption, without malpractice and without any kind of wrongdoing. They will say, oh that was our scheme. Yes, it was your scheme, but you kept it in the paper, or you mismanaged,» the minister said.

With Trump now serving his second term as President, this resurfaced record is reigniting discussions about his tumultuous past and the implications of having a convicted felon in the White House.

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.

Motilal Oswal said in its latest sector update, naming JSW Energy as its top pick to ride the upcycle. The brokerage reiterated its ‘buy’ rating on JSW Energy with a target price of Rs 705, implying a potential 25.4% upside from the stock's current level. Motilal Oswal also maintained a ‘buy’ rating on ACME Solar with a target of Rs 330, signaling a 73.4% upside from its current price.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has hit the brakes on green card processing for certain refugees and asylees, citing the need for “additional screening and vetting”. This unexpected move leaves thousands of applicants in legal limbo, adding uncertainty to the lives of those who sought safety in the U.S. after fleeing persecution. The directive, issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), impacts individuals who were already approved for entry as refugees and those granted asylum by U.S. immigration courts.

EET Fuels — the trading name of Essar Oil (UK) Ltd — has signed agreements to supply jet fuel to two additional major UK airports, the firm said Wednesday. Essar Energy Transition (EET) is the entity leading Essar group's USD 3.6 billion low carbon projects in the UK and India. The group operates Stanlow oil refinery in the UK. «This expansion elevates EET Fuels' total network to nine airports across the UK, marking a significant milestone in its mission to bolster energy security and support the aviation industry's growth,» the company said in a statement. Deepak Maheshwari, Chief Executive Officer at EET Fuels, said the pact underscores EET Fuels' commitment to strengthening the UK's aviation fuel network while advancing its energy transition strategy. «By expanding our supply footprint to nine key airports, we are not only enhancing fuel security and reliability for our airline partners but also reinforcing our role as a leader in the UK's journey towards a low-carbon future.»

Reliance Industries Ltd. has paused further purchases of Venezuelan crude after US President Donald Trump authorized a 25% tariff on countries buying the South American country’s oil. India’s largest privately owned refiner is expected to take delivery of a cargo of Merey crude that’s currently en route from Venezuela, but additional buying has been put on hold, according to people familiar with the situation, who asked not to be identified because the matter is sensitive. Reliance secured waivers from the US last year to resume importing crude from Venezuela, and Kpler estimates the refiner has taken 6.5 million barrels since the start of the year. Trump’s executive order on Monday, however, will target any nation taking Venezuelan oil with “secondary” tariffs, with effect from April 2.

Jeffrey Goldberg said on March that he was accidentally added to a group chat with top members of the Trump Administration, as they discussed plans to attack the Houthis of Yemen earlier this month. Goldberg, the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic magazine, detailed the events in an article for the publication (“The Trump Administration Accidentally Texted Me Its War Plans”). The group chat on the encrypted messaging platform Signal included US Vice President JD Vance, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, National Security Adviser Michael Waltz and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Over the last six months, the stock of Narayana Hrudayalaya has risen by over 30% against an 8.3% decline in the Sensex, outperforming the benchmark index by a wide margin. The stock has also been an outlier amid the recent correction, bucking the trend.

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

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema presented the state’s FY26 budget on Wednesday, pegged at Rs 2.36 lakh crore with measures to address critical issues like drug abuse, defence, and agriculture. One of the standout proposals is the first-ever «drug census» in Punjab in an effort to gauge the scale of drug usage across the state and evaluating the effectiveness of de-addiction centres. The budget also focuses on providing universal healthcare coverage, improving border security, and addressing environmental concerns such as stubble burning.

Reserve Bank of India governor Sanjay Malhotra while addressing Private Sector Collaborator Forum 2025 in Mumbai asserted that the measures taken to combat money laundering should not overzealous which can stifle legitimate activities and investments. «While we continue to keep our financial systems safe from money laundering and terrorist financing, policymakers must ensure that our measures are not overzealous and do not stifle legitimate activities and investments,» Malhotra said on Wednesday.

security for celebrities, and handling disruptions at pubs and parties. While the profession has traditionally been dominated by men, a growing number of women, confident in their physical fitness and mental strength, are now stepping into this unconventional role. One such person is Anu Kunjumon. Clad in a black T-shirt and jeans, she moved with confidence, effortlessly clearing the way for superstar Mohanlal amid a bustling crowd. Her firm stance and commanding gestures stood out as she managed security at a recent event in Kochi. Unlike the usual male-dominated watch-and-ward staff, Anu Kunjumon was breaking stereotypes—one of the growing number of women making her mark as professional bouncers in Kerala.

Zomato shares faced pressure in today’s trade, dropping 5% to an intraday low of Rs 199.90 on the BSE after global brokerage BofA Securities downgraded the stock and cut its price target, citing profitability concerns in the quick commerce and food delivery segments. According to a report by CNBC-TV18, which cited BofA’s latest note, the brokerage downgraded Zomato to «neutral» from its previous «buy» rating and reduced the price target to Rs 250 from Rs 300.

The Asian financial center’s roadmap — an updated version was published last month — could serve as a blueprint for the US Securities and Exchange Commission, currently consulting the public to develop a “workable regulatory framework” for digital coins.

JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance will be visiting the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland on Friday to receive a briefing on Arctic security issues and engage with US service members, as per a release from the Office of the US Vice President on Tuesday (local time). According to the release, the space base, which is operated by the US Space Force's 821st Space Base Group, is the northernmost installation of the US Department of Defence. The base plays a critical role in missile warning, missile defence, and space surveillance missions. Vance also took to X, stating that he is «looking forward to visiting Greenland on Friday.» In a video message in the same post, Vance said, «I'm going to visit some of our guardians in the Space Force on the northwest coast of Greenland and also check out what is going on with the security there in Greenland.»