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Sikandar Box Office Collection Day 1: Salman Khan's Film Opens at ₹26 Crore, Falls Short of Expectations
- Sikandar opened to mixed reviews and collected ₹26 crore on its first day at the box office.
- The film, starring Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna, faced online piracy issues affecting its performance.
- Despite high expectations, Sikandar failed to surpass Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava, which earned ₹31 crore on opening day.
- The movie had an occupancy rate of 20.95% on its first day, with hopes for increased sales in coming days.
- Critics noted that the film's screenplay and direction were lacking, impacting its overall reception and box office potential.
India and Thailand Elevate Ties to Strategic Partnership
- India and Thailand upgraded their relations to a strategic partnership during PM Modi's visit.
- Key agreements were signed in defense, digital technology, renewable energy, and cultural cooperation.
- Both nations emphasized ASEAN unity, Indo-Pacific stability, and countering terrorism and cybercrimes.
- Connectivity projects like the India-Thailand-Myanmar highway aim to boost regional trade and links.
- Cooperation will expand in tourism, education, MSMEs, fintech, and linking India's northeast with Thailand.
Delhi HC Upholds Charges Against Club Owners for Serving Liquor, Hookah to Minors
- The Delhi High Court upheld charges against two club owners for serving liquor and hookah to minors.
- The case involved a 13-year-old and a 10-year-old girl frequenting clubs and lounges.
- Owners allegedly destroyed CCTV footage and failed to report the presence of minors.
- The court emphasized proprietors' responsibility to prevent illegal activities on their premises.
- Charges were framed under IPC, POCSO Act, Juvenile Justice Act, and Delhi Excise Act.
JP Nadda Criticizes Congress Over Waqf Bill, Calls Out Discrimination Against Muslim Women
- JP Nadda accused Congress of treating Muslim women as second-class citizens during its rule.
- The Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025, passed in Lok Sabha with 288 votes in favor, 232 against.
- The Bill proposes reforms like audits for Waqf institutions and inclusion of non-Muslims in boards.
- Opposition criticized the Bill as unconstitutional and harmful to minority rights, sparking heated debates.
- BJP defended the Bill as a step toward transparency and justice in Waqf property management.
US Tourist Arrested for Trespassing on India's Forbidden North Sentinel Island
- Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov, 24, illegally landed on North Sentinel Island on March 29.
- He carried a coconut and Diet Coke as offerings for the isolated Sentinelese tribe.
- Polyakov briefly landed, left items, collected sand samples, and recorded a video.
- Fishermen reported him to authorities; CID arrested him and seized his equipment.
- The Sentinelese tribe is protected due to vulnerability to diseases and hostility to outsiders.
Trump's Tariffs Spark Wall Street Crash, Dow Jones Plummets Over 1,000 Points
- President Trump announced sweeping tariffs, including 34% on Chinese imports and 20% on EU goods.
- Dow Jones fell 1,204 points, Nasdaq dropped 4.3%, and S&P 500 declined 3.3%.
- Tech giants like Apple (-8.2%) and Amazon (-6.9%) led the market downturn.
- Global markets tumbled; investors shifted to safe havens like bonds and gold.
- Economists warn of recession risks as tariffs disrupt trade and inflate costs.