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After an IPL clash against Mumbai Indians, Rinku Singh humorously asked for a bat from Rohit Sharma. Tilak Varma teased him for this. Rinku has previously requested bats from Virat Kohli and Suryakumar Yadav. MI defeated KKR by eight wickets with a strong performance. Rinku’s interactions added a lighthearted moment to the game.

Rohit Sharma discusses his evolved role within Mumbai Indians from middle-order batter and captain to opening batsman. Despite changes, his focus remains on winning games and trophies for MI. He highlighted the inclusion of new players like Trent Boult and Mitchell Santner bringing experience, aiming to win the IPL trophy.

Samir Arora of Helios Capital suggests that the Indian stock market faces greater risk from a potential US economic downturn prompted by Trump's tariffs rather than direct tariffs on India. Arora underscores how US market instability could affect various sectors, including Indian IT, and investor trends.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to withdraw the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, stating that the amendments might harm the Muslim community's interests. Stalin argued the existing Waqf Act is sufficient and changes would weaken Waqf Boards and could affect religious autonomy and historical properties.

Rishabh Pant's lackluster performance both as a batsman and captain is putting Lucknow Super Giants under scrutiny in IPL 2025, following two losses in three matches. Former cricketer Harbhajan Singh suggests that LSG urgently find a solution to bolster their chances and address Pant's struggle. LSG were restricted to 171/7, thanks to Arshdeep Singh's three-wicket burst, and their bowlers failed to stop Punjab Kings batters during the chase. Punjab Kings reached the target with ease in just 16.2 overs.

Finnish energy company Helen said Tuesday it had closed the country's last active coal-fired power plant, ushering in "the end of the era of coal" for the Nordic country. Meanwhile some companies in the Nordic country still use small amounts of coal for energy production.

Police carried out a lathi charge on University of Hyderabad students and faculty protesting the government's decision to auction 400-acre land. Students and teachers demanded transparency in land-related documents and the removal of police and excavators, alleging betrayal by the varsity administration.

Starting April 1, 2025, changes in income tax slabs, UPI rules, and TDS thresholds will take effect. The highest tax rate of 30% applies to income above Rs 24 lakh. TDS thresholds for interest income have been increased. The Unified Pension Scheme begins and existing small savings scheme rates remain unchanged.

Researchers suggest that dividing the average daily heart rate by the number of daily steps from wearables can offer insights into heart health. This Daily Heart Rate Per Step metric correlates with conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and heart failure. This approach could turn smartwatches into valuable tools for early detection of cardiovascular diseases.

In March, Indian refiners increased US crude oil imports by 66% amidst US President Trump's push for American energy exports. Incidentally, Russian oil imports to India also rose due to suppliers circumventing US sanctions.

Val Kilmer, renowned actor known for his roles in 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever,' passed away at the age of 65 due to pneumonia. Kilmer had battled throat cancer for years, but his contributions to Hollywood, including a memorable return in 'Top Gun: Maverick,' remain impactful.

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan's film 'Sikandar,' starring Rashmika Mandanna, opened to mixed reviews and underperformed at the box office. Despite the Eid holiday, early online leaks affected its performance, resulting in a total collection of Rs. 74.5 crore in three days. 'Sikandar' failed to surpass Vicky Kaushal's 'Chhaava' at the box office.

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy emphasized that advancement at the company is based on achieving more with fewer resources, not building large teams. Jassy highlighted Amazon's commitment to agility and meritocracy, stressing customer impact and reducing bureaucracy as key factors in success. He urged employees to act quickly and innovate.

Val Kilmer, famous for his roles in 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever,' has died at 65. His daughter confirmed he died of pneumonia on April 1. Kilmer battled throat cancer for years. His major roles included Jim Morrison in 'The Doors' and Batman in 'Batman Forever.' He is survived by his two children, Mercedes and Jack.

RCB and GT will face off in an IPL 2025 match at M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on April 2, with live streaming starting at 7:30 PM IST. RCB is unbeaten so far, while GT comes on the back of a big win against Mumbai Indians. Both teams are in strong form.

A Reddit user shared his son's heartbreak after being rejected by prestigious colleges despite exceptional academic achievements. The boy, valedictorian with a 1580 SAT score, only got accepted to UMass Amherst. The incident sparked a discussion on college admission pressures, self-worth, and the importance of resilience and parental support in facing rejection.

Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened in green in trade on Wednesday. While BSE Sensex moved up over 200 points, Nifty50 went above 23,300.

Five people lost their lives in a major accident involving an MSRTC bus, a Bolero SUV, and a private bus on the Khamgaon-Shegaon highway in Buldhana, Maharashtra. Rescue operations continue to free the trapped private bus driver, while police investigate the cause and assess further casualties.