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India abstained from voting on a UN resolution combating Islamophobia, stressing the need to address religiophobia against various religions. Ambassador Kamboj highlighted the importance of UN unity and inclusivity in tackling discrimination and violence.

The court allowed bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on furnishing a bond of ₹15,000 and a surety of ₹1 lakh

Bill Gates delves into AI's potential and limitations, emphasizing data quality and cautious implementation in mental health support. Despite flaws like handling complex math, Gates remains optimistic about AI's significant benefits.

Upon his return to the KKR camp as a mentor following a two-year stint in the same capacity with Lucknow Super Giants, Gautam Gambhir, two-time IPL-winning former KKR skipper, wasted no time in setting the tone during his initial address to players. However, in his enthusiasm, T20 and ODI World Cup champion may have inadvertently disclosed date of IPL 2024 final.

The Prime Minister also asked those who have not yet registered to do so at the earliest, noting that the initiative promises substantial reductions in electricity expenses for households

Arvind Kejriwal granted bail by Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court for skipping ED summonses related to the Delhi excise policy case, despite denied requests for stay and personal appearance exemption.

Religiophobia against Hinduism, Sikhism must also be acknowledged, Ruchira Kamboj said, in an explanation of India’s position on the resolution.

Indian Navy successfully prevented Somali pirates from utilising ex-MV Ruen vessel for acts of piracy on high seas, Indian Navy officials said. The Ruen, which had been hijacked by Somali pirates on December 14, 2023, was intercepted by a Navy warship on March 15. During interception, Ruen reportedly opened fire on Indian Navy warship, prompting a response from naval officials.

Key news developments in Kerala on March 16, Saturday

The Indian team for the T20 World Cup will be led by Rohit Sharma, as confirmed by the BCCI secretary Jay Shah earlier this month. However, the inclusion of Kohli for the tournament is not certain, according to a media report published earlier this week. The T20 World Cup is scheduled to be held in June this year, co-hosted by the USA and the West Indies.

India's antitrust body on Friday ordered a probe into Alphabet Inc.'s Google in an ongoing dispute with local startups over its in-app billing system

Former BJP member AP Jithender Reddy and his son switch to Congress in Telangana citing concerns over party's recent performance and leadership changes. Reddy highlights BJP's decreased seats in assembly elections and issues with candidate preferences for upcoming polls. Telangana Govt appoints Reddy as Special Representative and Advisor for Sports Affairs in New Delhi.

Key news developments in Telangana on March 16, Saturday

Assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Sikkim, and Odisha will be held from April 19, while results will be announced on June 4.

Here is a select list of stories to start the day

A stray dog carrying a severed human hand caused commotion at KGMU's hospital premises. Speculation arose about the origin of the hand, leading to an investigation and proper legal disposal procedures by the administration.

Various factors, including the annual growth rate over the past three years, were taken into account to choose the best PSUs

CAA, a hot-button topic in India, is meant to grant citizenship to minority Hindus, Parsis, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains and Christians who fled persecution in Pakistan, Afghanistan and Bangladesh before Dec 31, 2014. Over the last two decades, dozens of Pakistani Hindu refugees have trooped to India in the face of socio-political and religious tensions that left them feeling vulnerable in the Muslim-majority country.

BRS MLC K Kavitha's arrest led to a dispute with KT Rama Rao and ED official Bhanupriya Meena. Allegations, protests, and political suspicions arose, implicating Kavitha in a scam, triggering legal battles and public criticism.

A 24-year-old hostel warden, trapped in online gambling debt, orchestrates a fake kidnapping to extort money from his aunt, leading to his arrest along with three associates from Hassan living in Bommanahalli.