At least 13 civilians were killed, and nine injured, in strikes on Yemen’s capital city of Sanaa. At least 11 others, including four children and one woman, were killed, and 14 injured, in a strike on the northern province of Saada. The Houthis’ political bureau described the attacks as a war crime and said in a statement, “Our Yemeni armed forces are fully prepared to respond to escalation with escalation.”
Shardul Thakur, unsold at the IPL auction last November, may join Lucknow Super Giants as an injury replacement for IPL 2025. He was seen training with the team and celebrating Holi, sparking speculation. Thakur has previously played for multiple IPL teams and performed well in recent domestic tournaments. Official confirmation from LSG is awaited.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared insights about his early life, highlighting the discipline of his father, his own resourcefulness, and the challenges of growing up in poverty. Despite financial hardships, his family maintained a positive outlook, focusing on hard work and perseverance without complaints.
A law student, Rakshit Chaurasia, involved in a fatal accident in Karelibaug, had a previous brush with the law in February. He and other youths created a commotion but were pardoned after apologizing to the lawyer they threatened. Both incidents underline a pattern of misconduct.
Three construction laborers died in Bengaluru during a drunken brawl while celebrating Holi. The altercation, involving a woman, occurred on the third floor of an under-construction building in Sarjapura. Two to three suspects escaped, and police have formed teams to apprehend them. Superintendent CK Baba assured imminent arrests as the investigation progresses.
Parts of Maharashtra, particularly Vidarbha, have been experiencing extreme heat with temperatures soaring above 40°C. Chandrapur hit 42°C, making it one of the hottest spots in India. High temperatures coupled with low humidity have been causing severe discomfort.
The Kerala High Court acknowledged the dilution of the belief that no girl would falsely accuse someone of sexual assault. This came after quashing a case against a man accused of exploiting a woman with a false marriage promise.
A 24-year-old Trinamool Congress Chatra Parishad functionary, Akash Choudhury, was fatally stabbed during Holi celebrations in Titagarh. Akash was attacked after protesting a group of intoxicated individuals causing a disturbance. Police arrested two suspects, including Pawan Rajbhar, identified as the main perpetrator. Two other suspects remain at large. Locals demand swift justice.
Samsonite has seen a decline in its Indian market due to intense competition and aggressive discounting by rival companies VIP and Safari. This drop in sales also impacted their performance in Asia. Additionally, newer brands like Mokobara, Assembly, and Uppercase offering discounts have further increased competition in India.
