Times of India

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is hosting global leaders to mediate conflicts, including Ukraine's President Zelenskyy discussing Russia's war with him. Riyadh is positioning itself as a neutral mediator, balancing relationships with the US, Russia, and other nations, while aiming to leverage influence in Middle Eastern conflicts and boost foreign investments.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon defends the company's strict return-to-office mandate, despite employee concerns and potential talent retention challenges. Employees are required to go back to in-person work five days a week, ending remote work flexibility, with some technology workers contemplating leaving due to the policy.

A ruckus erupted in Rajya Sabha after BJP objected to Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks. Union minister JP Nadda condemned the language used. Kharge apologised and clarified his remarks were against government policy, not the Chair. This followed a heated exchange over remarks made by Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan about the Tamil Nadu government and DMK.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Mauritius highlights the strong historical and cultural ties between the two nations, reinforced by a large Indian-origin population. His engagements included a warm reception by the local diaspora, homage to Mahatma Gandhi, and revisiting significant spiritual sites.

Lalit Modi has dismissed reports of an extradition notice against him as fake news, mentioning his extensive international travels without issue. He also shared an Interpol report denying a Red Corner Notice against him, while Vanuatu's PM stated a zero-tolerance stance towards criminals.

Apple, Microsoft, Tesla, Nvidia, Google parent Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta suffered significant losses in market value, totaling over $750 billion on Monday, driven by concerns around new tariffs impacting tech companies. Apple alone shed $174 billion, and Tesla saw a 15% drop in stock value, its worst since 2020. The technology sector faces escalating trade tensions and economic uncertainty.

Elon Musk faced significant setbacks on March 10, with Tesla's stock plummeting by over 15% and his social media platform X experiencing major outages. The twin crises coincided with market panic and increasing criticism of Musk's political ties to Trump's administration. Additionally, Tesla's declining sales and growing competition, particularly from China's BYD, compound the challenges.

The Karnataka government has initiated an investigation into alleged protocol violations in the gold smuggling case involving Kannada actress Ranya Rao, daughter of senior IPS officer K Ramachandra Rao. The probe, led by additional chief secretary Gaurav Gupta, also examines potential misuse of official privileges to assist in her smuggling activities.

Indian student Sudiksha Konanki, 20, went missing during a holiday in the Dominican Republic and is believed to have drowned. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation, including search efforts and reviewing evidence. Her companions were questioned, though no charges have been filed, and the search for her continues.

Russia's defence ministry reported the downing of 337 Ukrainian drones overnight, marking the largest drone assault on its territory in three years. The strikes impacted ten regions, including significant disruptions in the Moscow area and border regions like Kursk. Kyiv has yet to comment.

IndusInd Bank's shares plummeted 20% to a 52-week low of Rs 720.50 due to discovered accounting irregularities in its forex derivatives portfolio. Several brokerages downgraded their ratings, highlighting concerns over corporate governance and future earnings.

Thirteen of the world's twenty most polluted cities are in India, with Byrnihat being the most polluted globally. Delhi remains the most polluted capital city, and India's PM2.5 levels exceed the WHO's recommended limit. Air pollution in India poses significant health risks, reducing life expectancy by 5.2 years.

Jim Walker forecasts a 10% decline in the U.S. dollar by 2025 and expects an economic slowdown, though manageable. He is optimistic about copper's long-term prospects due to green energy demand and strongly recommends increased investment in Indian equities.

The Delhi government has proposed EV Policy 2.0 with a goal of 95% electric vehicle registrations by 2027. The policy focuses on phasing out CNG vehicles, transitioning to electric buses, offering purchase incentives, expanding charging infrastructure, and providing job training. A dedicated State EV Fund will finance these initiatives.

An 18-year-old Kerala girl died after surviving on water for six months, leading to severe malnutrition and anorexia. Weighing just 24 kg, she was admitted to the ICU but did not recover. Anorexia nervosa, a serious eating disorder, causes extreme weight loss and serious health complications. The condition requires urgent medical and psychological intervention.

Shreyas Iyer celebrated India's Champions Trophy win with an impromptu dance, highlighting his journey through a year of highs and lows. Despite past setbacks, including losing a central contract, he emerged as India's top run-scorer in the tournament, emphasizing his resilience and importance to the team.

Fashion models strutted on snow in Gulmarg, and the videos were removed after backlash during Ramadan fasting. J&K chief cleric and others opposed the ‘obscene’ display. Designers apologized and expressed regret for any hurt caused. The controversy reached the J&K assembly, with various leaders voicing their discontent.