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employment report that could reveal a slowing economy. The S&P 500 posted a weekly loss, selling off on Friday after data pointed to underlying price pressures. Earlier this month, the benchmark index marked a correction, dropping more than 10% from its record high.

India will send the relief materials to Myanmar aboard an Indian Air Force (IAF) C-130J aircraft from Air Force Station Hindon, sources stated. According to sources, the relief package includes tents, sleeping bags, blankets, ready-to-eat meals, water purifiers, hygiene kits, solar lamps, generator sets, and essential medicines such as paracetamol, antibiotics, syringes, gloves, and bandages. The tremors, including a 7.2-magnitude quake, caused structural damage and panic in Myanmar and neighboring Thailand. An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 on the Richter Scale jolted Myanmar on Friday at 11:56 pm (local time), according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS).

Myanmar on Friday, causing extensive damage across a wide swath of one of the world's poorest countries and prompting officials to warn that the initial death toll — above 140 — was likely to grow in the days ahead. In neighboring Thailand, at least six died in Bangkok, where a high-rise under construction collapsed. The full extent of death, injury and destruction was not immediately clear — particularly in Myanmar, which is embroiled in a civil war, and where information is tightly controlled. «The death toll and injuries are expected to rise,» the head of Myanmar's military government, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing said as he announced on television that at least 144 people were killed and 730 others were injured in his country. In Thailand, authorities in Bangkok said six people were killed, 22 were injured and 101 were missing from three construction sites, including the high-rise. They revised the death toll Saturday morning from 10 reported the previous day, saying several critically injured people were mistakenly reported dead. The 7.7 magnitude quake struck at midday, with an epicenter near Mandalay, Myanmar 's second-largest city. Aftershocks followed, one of them measuring a strong 6.4 magnitude.

Anahat Singh brushed aside Helen Tang of Hong Kong in the final to clinch the JSW Indian Open title here on Friday. This is the 17-year-old Anahat's sixth title on the bounce, and 11th in total, and she won it quite easily 3-0 (11-9, 11-5, 11-8). The win gave Anahat 300 ranking points. Anahat had Helen fighting hard in the other corner during the first set, but the Indian did enough to take a 1-0 lead. After that, the third seed Anahat began to dominate the Hong Kong woman, and rattled off the next couple of sets in 13 minutes. Anahat, who did not let her opponent settle down during the course of the summit clash, eventually won the final in 24 minutes. In the men's singles final, India's Abhay Singh fought well against Egyptian Kareem El Torkey but went down 1-3 (10-12, 4-11, 11-7, 10-12).

Rajya Sabha, Union Minister of State for Agriculture Ramnath Thakur said, «The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) through its All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on wheat has developed 114 varieties during the last 15 years which are suited to varying weather conditions. »...Out of total wheat area planted in the country during 2024-25, more than 60 per cent of wheat area is under climate resilient varieties. These climate-resilient varieties show less reduction in yield under stress environments," he added. The minister was replying to a question regarding the measures being taken to ensure that the wheat crop is not affected by rising temperatures in March. «The wheat varieties such as DBW187, DBW303, DBW327, WH1270, PBW872 have been developed and notified for the October planting and modifying planting schedules has allowed the grain filling to occur at comparatively lower temperatures and reduces the wheat exposure to heat stress, thereby resulting in higher yield,» Thakur said. In addition, ICAR- Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research (IIWBR) Karnal is monitoring the weather situation and issuing advisories to farmers, allowing them to implement protective measures in case of rising temperature.

The show, which explores the tragic consequences of a 13-year-old boy being accused of murdering a classmate, has garnered significant viewership and critical acclaim.

American Idol winner Scotty McCreery’s latest album, Rise & Fall, took on an unexpected new meaning when the country singer took a tumble mid-performance. Social media audiences witnessed the 31-year-old country singer during his Kane Brown High Road Tour appearance as he posted the incident, demonstrating his ability to convert a stumble into jovial humor.

The downturn follows Trump’s announcement of a 25 per cent tariff on foreign vehicles, set to take effect April 2. Critics argue these policies risk inflating consumer prices and destabilizing global markets. Multiple polls, including CNN and Economist/YouGov, echo Gallup’s findings, with disapproval rates outpacing approval by double digits.

Barry Ritholtz had a hard time writing his first book, «Bailout Nation.»

The crash happened before a crowd of spectators who were attending the first public day of the event. The pilot was the sole occupant of the small aircraft.

Imran Pratapgarhi, a bench of Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan said literature including poetry, dramas, films, stage shows including stand-up comedy, satire and art, made lives of human beings more meaningful. «Seventy-five years into our republic, we cannot be seen to be so shaky on our fundamentals that mere recital of a poem or for that matter, any form of art or entertainment, such as, stand-up comedy, can be alleged to lead to animosity or hatred amongst different communities,» the bench said. The court went on, «Subscribing to such a view would stifle all legitimate expressions of view in the public domain which is so fundamental to a free society.» The top court said this case showed even after 75 years of the existence of our Constitution, the law enforcement machinery of the state was either ignorant about this important fundamental right or did not care for it. Advocating free expression of thoughts by individuals, the top court said the effect of spoken or written words couldn't be judged on the basis of standards of the people who always had a sense of insecurity or those who always perceived criticism as a threat to their power or position.

foreign exchange reserves rose by $4.529 billion in the week to March 21, with the Reserve Bank of India being buying dollars at regular intervals to rebuild the forex stockpile. The reserves stood at $658.8 billion at the end of March 21, the central bank data showed. Traders in the forex exchange market said that large state-owned banks were seen buying dollars on the behest of RBI last week with the rupee appreciating from its lows. The forex reserves rose to an all-time high of $705 billion at the end of September last year. RBI had sold dollars from the cofer to support the rupee while it was under severe pressure. Meanwhile, the central bank said that valuation gains amounted to $3.1 billion in April to December 2024, down from $11.1 billion in the same period in preceding year.

Netflix's "Adolescence," a four-part series, explores the factors leading to a 13-year-old boy stabbing to death a female classmate, examining the influence of online platforms like the «manosphere» and the importance of open communication between teenagers and adults. The series, starring Owen Cooper as Jamie and produced by Brad Pitt's Plan B Entertainment, sparked global discussion about young men, online radicalization, and the complexities of raising teenagers in the digital age. Experts advise open communication and critical thinking development as key tools for navigating the challenges presented. The show's director, Philip Barantini, praised Pitt's hands-on involvement as a producer. The show's creators describe «Adolescence» as a «whydunit» rather than a «whodunit,» focusing on the how and why of Jamie's actions. Key themes include online bullying, the influence of anti-feminist online communities, and the struggles of adolescence, such as low self-esteem and loneliness. The series also highlights the challenges faced by parents trying to understand and support their children in the digital world. “I had this almost panic about the world and young men and then I realised I was overreacting," ab Auckland mother, who watched the series with her 13-year-old son, reacted. She stated that while her son was aware of figures like Andrew Tate and the “manosphere” from a young age, he appreciated only his fitness advice while rejecting other views, particularly those regarding women. Some of his peers, however, entertain Tate's views, including that women are lazy and never truly independent.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. The manicured lawns of US President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort were crammed earlier this month with beautiful vehicles from European luxury brands like Lamborghini, Ferrari and Bugatti. The annual Palm Event was an opportunity for the super-rich to schmooze and show off, but it was also a celebration of automotive excellence, international specialization and consumer choice.

Bangkok, Myanmar Earthquake Today LIVE: A strong 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit central Myanmar on March 28 (Friday), according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The tremor hit 16 km northwest of Sagaing city at a depth of 10 km, at around 12:50 pm local time, USGS added.Minutes later at 1.03 pm, the National Center for Seismology in India reported a 4.0 Ritcher scale quake in Meghalaya's East Garo Hills.Also Read | Earthquake today: Quake of magnitude 7.2 hits Myanmar; tremors felt in China, ThailandFurther, the USGS and Germany's GFZ Center for Geosciences also reported that a midday earthquake struck Thailand's capital city of Bangkok at a shallow depth of 10 km.

Elon Musk's X for wrongly labelling as a «censorship portal» an official website that allows tech companies to be notified about harmful online content, court papers reviewed by Reuters showed on Friday. The lawsuit marks an escalation in a legal dispute between X and the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi over how it orders content to be taken down, at a time when Musk nears the launch in India of his other key ventures, Starlink and Tesla. The comments came in a rejoinder to X's new lawsuit filed on March 5 in the southern state of Karnataka seeking to quash the government's website initiative.

Ekrem Imamoglu on charges of alleged links to terrorist organizations. Imamoglu, a key opposition leader and President Tayyip Erdogan’s main political rival, was detained earlier this week. His arrest has led to public outcry, with nearly 1,900 demonstrators reportedly detained during the protests. Viral video of Pikachu costume protester sparks online reactions Amid the ongoing unrest, a viral video has surfaced showing a protester dressed in an inflatable Pikachu costume fleeing from the police. Writer and political commentator Adam Schwarz shared the video on Bluesky, stating, “Pikachu was spotted amongst anti-Erdoğan protesters fleeing from police in Antalya, Turkey last night.” The clip was later reposted on X, where a user joked, “The Pokémon have risen against Erdogan.” According to 404 Media, the video was first captured by Ismail Koçeroğlu, a photojournalist at Akdeniz University in Antalya. Alongside the original footage, an AI-generated image of Pikachu among the protesters has also gained traction on social media. Imamoglu’s response and opposition’s stanceImamoglu, a leading figure in the opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), addressed the public following his arrest. In a statement on X, he declared, “I will not give up.” His detention has intensified political tensions in Turkey, with opposition supporters rallying against the government’s actions.

Sensex and Nifty50 traded lower on Friday led by losses in M&M and Infosys. However, markets may see intraday fluctuations amid foreign inflows and optimism over a domestic growth rebound. The BSE Sensex was trading 117 points, or 0.15%, lower at 77,489. The Nifty50 was up 25 points, or 0.11%, trading at 23,566 around 9:29 am.

Elizabeth Uihlein has raised concerns over the growing trend of job-hopping among young professionals, stating that the traditional value of workplace stability has significantly declined. According to Uihlein, previous generations prioritized long-term career growth and financial security, but today’s workforce appears more willing to switch jobs frequently. She highlights how young employees at Uline, the packaging and shipping supply giant she leads, often resign before completing two years, posing challenges for companies investing in recruitment and training. She highlights three points- Free Health Insurance One of the key reasons behind this shift, she points out, is the accessibility of free health insurance. Under the Affordable Care Act, young adults can remain on their parents’ health plans until age 26, eliminating a major incentive to stay in one job. Additionally, financial support from parents for expenses like phone bills, car insurance, and streaming services allows many young workers to change jobs without worrying about immediate financial stability.

L2: Empuraan, starring Mohanlal and Prithviraj Sukumaran, has set a new benchmark at the box office with a record-breaking Rs 22 crore collection on its opening day. The film has reportedly shattered previous records, surpassing even the highest day-one earnings in Malayalam film history by more than double. According to trade tracker Sacnilk, L2: Empuraan raked in Rs 22 crore in India on its release day, a figure that dwarfs the previous record of Rs 8.95 crore set by Prithviraj’s The Goat Life earlier this year. The previous top opening was set by Lucifer in 2019, which earned Rs 6.10 crore. Notably, the film enjoyed a strong 60% occupancy across all Malayalam shows, with certain regions like Kochi and Kozhikode—where Mohanlal enjoys immense popularity—seeing occupancy rates soar past 90%, with almost all shows selling out. The impressive Rs 22 crore total includes Rs 19.45 crore from Malayalam audiences, while the Telugu version earned Rs 1.2 crore. However, the film's dubbed versions in Hindi, Tamil, and Kannada saw more modest returns, contributing just Rs 1.35 crore combined on opening day.