Times of India

US President Trump has exempted Indian pharmaceuticals from new reciprocal tariffs, benefiting India's pharmaceutical sector. This sector is vital for affordable medicines and economic stability, with the US market representing 30% of Indian exports.

Reportedly, Salman Khan’s lookalike, Aazam Ansari, has been arrested in Lucknow for blocking the road, arguing with people, and allegedly making a video with a gun. Ansari claimed he was unfairly detained while drinking tea. The police cited his expired gun license as a major concern and he alleges he was mistreated by police and faces difficulties obtaining bail.

President Trump’s new tariff plan includes a 10% universal tariff on imports, followed by country-specific tariffs. China faces the highest tariffs, up to 54%. India’s textile, electronics, and machinery sectors may benefit from competitive advantages. However, to capitalize on these opportunities, India must address structural issues and enhance manufacturing capabilities.

Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Thursday after US President Donald Trump announced 26% reciprocal tariffs on India. While BSE Sensex dipped over 500 points, Nifty50 was near 23,200.

Yashasvi Jaiswal has decided to transfer from Mumbai to Goa for the upcoming domestic season, highlighting his career aspirations and personal circumstances. His inclusion in the Goan squad is seen as a significant opportunity for local players to learn from a national team member.

China expressed strong opposition to the new US tariffs, which include a 10 percent base tariff on global imports and an additional 34 per cent targeting China. Beijing condemned the move as violating international trade norms, harming global economic development, and destabilising supply chains. The Chinese commerce ministry urged Washington to cancel the tariffs.

Franchises in the Indian Premier League have expressed dissatisfaction with pitch preparations not aligning with their strengths. The BCCI instructs curators to prepare balanced pitches, causing possible friction with teams desiring home advantages.

A 31-year-old Indian national in the US, Sai Kumar Kurremula, has been sentenced to 35 years for child exploitation and distributing child pornography. He manipulated children via social media and blackmailed them with inappropriate content when they did not comply with his demands. Kurremula admitted to exploiting three minors and was arrested following an FBI investigation.

US President Trump labeled Prime Minister Modi as his 'great friend' while announcing a 26% retaliatory tariff on India, addressing the trade imbalance and high Indian tariffs on US goods. Trump emphasized the need for negotiations to create a level playing field and highlighted the substantial US trade deficit with India.

Mohammed Siraj reflects on his emotional return to M Chinnaswamy Stadium, now playing for Gujarat Titans against his former team, RCB. Siraj's impressive performance, claiming three wickets, earned him Player of the Match. He credits his success to the guidance of Ashish Nehra and Ishant Sharma, and fans, with his Ronaldo-inspired celebration.

Defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders and Sunrisers Hyderabad are desperate to regain momentum with two losses each in their three respective matches so far in IPL 2025. Both teams need strong opening partnerships for success, considering their past performances as top Powerplay scorers in the last edition of the IPL.

Amit Mishra, a Bengaluru-based entrepreneur, shared a frightening health scare on LinkedIn, with his blood pressure soaring to 230 and landing him in the ICU. His experience highlights the hidden dangers of modern work culture and underscores the importance of balancing work and health, emphasizing regular checkups and emergency preparedness.

Zach Yadegari, an 18-year-old entrepreneur earning $30 million annually from his AI startup, Cal AI, was rejected by elite universities like Harvard and MIT despite a 4.0 GPA. His admissions essay questioning the necessity of college education might have played a role. However, he was accepted into top schools like Georgia Institute of Technology and University of Miami.

A Meerut court extended the judicial custody of Muskan Rastogi and Sahil Shukla for another 14 days in connection with the murder of Muskan's husband, Saurabh Rajput. They appeared via video conferencing and were kept in separate barracks. Muskan and Sahil have admitted to the gruesome crime.

President Donald Trump announced a 10% baseline tariff on all US imports, excluding Canada and Mexico, intensifying a trade war. World leaders, including those from Canada, Australia, Spain, Ireland, and Italy, expressed concerns and vowed countermeasures to protect their economies and workers while condemning the potential negative impacts of these tariffs.

The 2001 Nepalese royal massacre resulted in the monarchy's end and a republic with frequent leadership changes. Rising disillusionment among the youth has led to a resurgence of pro-monarchy sentiments, driven by political instability and a lack of direction. Many students are calling for reliable governance.

Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna's 'Sikandar' was released on March 30, 2025, and has accumulated ₹84.45 crore in four days. Despite its high initial expectations, the film received mixed reviews and witnessed a substantial post-Eid drop in earnings, recording a 50% decline on day 4.

The adoption process in India remains lengthy, with an average wait time of three and a half years for infants. Despite the number of adoptions reaching over 4,500 in 2024-25, thousands of prospective parents continue to wait anxiously, with the demand for younger children far exceeding available orphans for adoption.