Official lion count in Gujarat likely to hit 900 mark in 2025 census

The lion population in Gujarat is expected to reach between 900 and 1,500 in the 2025 census due to conservation efforts. The 2020 census recorded 674 lions, but informal estimates suggest much higher numbers. The lion territory has expanded by 36% in five years. Officials choose conservative reporting to account for factors like high cub mortality.

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Amazon, Tesla & other US companies that bagged maximum H-1B visas in 2024

Amazon and Tesla are among the top beneficiaries of the H-1B visa program in 2025, securing thousands of approvals. These companies rely on skilled foreign workers for roles in engineering and research. Amazon leads with 9,265 approvals, followed by Cognizant and Google. Indian IT firms like Infosys and TCS also feature prominently among top H-1B visa recipients.

Sambhal violence: Jama Masjid Sadar chief Zafar Ali taken into custody

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has reportedly announced the Class 10 and 12 result dates. Class 10 results will be declared on April 5, 2025, and Class 12 results on March 27, 2025. Students can check results at secondary.biharboardonline.com. The exams were conducted from February 1-15 (Class 12) and February 17-25 (Class 10).

BSEB Bihar Board Result 2025 dates announced? Check details here

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has reportedly announced the Class 10 and 12 result dates. Class 10 results will be declared on April 5, 2025, and Class 12 results on March 27, 2025. Students can check results at secondary.biharboardonline.com. The exams were conducted from February 1-15 (Class 12) and February 17-25 (Class 10).

In response to attacks on Himachal Pradesh buses in Punjab, Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri announced that the buses will not be parked overnight in Punjab until the AAP government ensures their safety. The vandalism involved smashing windshields and scribbling pro-Khalistan slogans. Measures are being taken to safeguard buses and passengers, including potentially suspending some routes.

Himachal halts overnight bus parking in Punjab over pro-Khalistani slogans, attacks

In response to attacks on Himachal Pradesh buses in Punjab, Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri announced that the buses will not be parked overnight in Punjab until the AAP government ensures their safety. The vandalism involved smashing windshields and scribbling pro-Khalistan slogans. Measures are being taken to safeguard buses and passengers, including potentially suspending some routes.

A road accident on the Srinagar-Sonamarg road in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir resulted in the deaths of four people and injuries to 17 others. The collision between a bus and a taxi, which bore a Madhya Pradesh registration number, occurred at Gund. The injured are undergoing treatment, and officials are determining further details.

4 dead, 17 injured in bus-taxi collision on Srinagar-Sonamarg road

A road accident on the Srinagar-Sonamarg road in Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir resulted in the deaths of four people and injuries to 17 others. The collision between a bus and a taxi, which bore a Madhya Pradesh registration number, occurred at Gund. The injured are undergoing treatment, and officials are determining further details.

Jayant Patil met NCP chief Ajit Pawar for a closed-door discussion at the VSI, which was attended by Sharad Pawar. Ajit Pawar downplayed speculations about Patil quitting his party, stating that their meeting was focused on discussing the implementation of artificial intelligence in agriculture.

Ajit holds closed-door meet with NCP(SP) neta, Sharad Pawar peeps in

Jayant Patil met NCP chief Ajit Pawar for a closed-door discussion at the VSI, which was attended by Sharad Pawar. Ajit Pawar downplayed speculations about Patil quitting his party, stating that their meeting was focused on discussing the implementation of artificial intelligence in agriculture.

A fire broke out backstage at the France Pavilion in EPCOT at Walt Disney World, causing no injuries. The blaze began in a walk-in cooler and was quickly extinguished. Videos on social media showed smoke rising as authorities continued their investigation during the busy Spring Break season.

A fire broke out backstage at the France Pavilion in EPCOT at Walt Disney World, causing no injuries. The blaze began in a walk-in cooler and was quickly extinguished. Videos on social media showed smoke rising as authorities continued their investigation during the busy Spring Break season.

Despite more women entering the legal profession, the CLPR report reveals systemic gender discrimination in judicial appointments in India. Women judges serve shorter tenures and are appointed at older ages, hindering their rise to senior ranks, including the Supreme Court collegium.

Women Supreme Court judges serve 1 year less than men, finds report

Despite more women entering the legal profession, the CLPR report reveals systemic gender discrimination in judicial appointments in India. Women judges serve shorter tenures and are appointed at older ages, hindering their rise to senior ranks, including the Supreme Court collegium.

US tourism faces a decline, with international visitors projected to drop by 5.1% in 2025. Factors include policies by President Trump, a strong dollar, and rising global tensions. The tourism sector risks losing $64 billion as a consequence, impacting major upcoming events.

‘Effects of antipathy’: Is US seeing a drop in tourist arrivals?

US tourism faces a decline, with international visitors projected to drop by 5.1% in 2025. Factors include policies by President Trump, a strong dollar, and rising global tensions. The tourism sector risks losing $64 billion as a consequence, impacting major upcoming events.

A tragic shooting in Virginia claimed the lives of Pradeep Patel and his daughter Urmi, causing shockwaves in both the Gujarati community in the US and their native village in Mehsana. Pradeep, 56, died on the spot while Urmi succumbed to injuries two days later; the suspected shooter has been arrested.

Indian-origin man, 24-yr-old daughter shot dead in US store; suspect arrested

A tragic shooting in Virginia claimed the lives of Pradeep Patel and his daughter Urmi, causing shockwaves in both the Gujarati community in the US and their native village in Mehsana. Pradeep, 56, died on the spot while Urmi succumbed to injuries two days later; the suspected shooter has been arrested.

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) begin their IPL campaign against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. With explosive hitters like Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, SRH have the potential to set high scores. The match will be captained by Pat Cummins, with SRH’s experienced bowling led by Mohammed Shami, contrasting with an underwhelming RR missing their captain Sanju Samson.

IPL 2025 live stream: Where & how to watch SRH vs RR match online & on TV

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) begin their IPL campaign against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. With explosive hitters like Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, SRH have the potential to set high scores. The match will be captained by Pat Cummins, with SRH’s experienced bowling led by Mohammed Shami, contrasting with an underwhelming RR missing their captain Sanju Samson.

35-year-old private hospital director shot dead in Patna

Saritha Ramaraju, 48, has been charged with murder after allegedly killing her 11-year-old son during a custody visit in California. The incident occurred after a trip to Disneyland, with the child found deceased in their hotel room. Additional charges include using a knife. If convicted, she faces 26 years to life in prison.

Indian-origin woman charged with murdering son after Disneyland trip

Saritha Ramaraju, 48, has been charged with murder after allegedly killing her 11-year-old son during a custody visit in California. The incident occurred after a trip to Disneyland, with the child found deceased in their hotel room. Additional charges include using a knife. If convicted, she faces 26 years to life in prison.

Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi, accused of defrauding Punjab National Bank, is living in Belgium after securing residency. Indian authorities are seeking his extradition. Choksi left India in 2018 and his whereabouts have frequently changed, previously residing in Antigua and Dominica before moving to Belgium.

Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi living in Belgium: Report

Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi, accused of defrauding Punjab National Bank, is living in Belgium after securing residency. Indian authorities are seeking his extradition. Choksi left India in 2018 and his whereabouts have frequently changed, previously residing in Antigua and Dominica before moving to Belgium.

Delhi government plans to ban soaps and detergents in car washes to reduce the phosphates and surfactants entering the Yamuna. A campaign will raise public awareness, and car-wash centers near sewage treatment plants might be set up to use treated wastewater. This initiative aims to tackle the toxic froth and pollution choking the river.

Cleaning up Yamuna act: Delhi may ban use of soaps, detergents in car washes

Delhi government plans to ban soaps and detergents in car washes to reduce the phosphates and surfactants entering the Yamuna. A campaign will raise public awareness, and car-wash centers near sewage treatment plants might be set up to use treated wastewater. This initiative aims to tackle the toxic froth and pollution choking the river.