Times of India

The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will be closed on March 31, 2025, due to Eid al-Fitr celebrations. Trading will resume on April 1, with subsequent closures in April for Shri Mahavir Jayanti, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti, and Good Friday.

Rajasthan Royals secured their first IPL 2025 win against Chennai Super Kings after two losses. Stand-in skipper Riyan Parag was fined Rs 12 lakhs for a slow over-rate. Wanindu Hasaranga's bowling and Sandeep Sharma's final-over defence were pivotal. Mumbai Indians' Hardik Pandya faced a similar penalty a day prior.

MNS chief Raj Thackeray condemned efforts to create communal tensions over Aurangzeb's tomb and urged people to study history from books rather than WhatsApp. He emphasized that the country should not rely solely on religion for progress and cited Turkey as an example of successful reform.

Former NFL player LeShon Johnson has been indicted for allegedly running a large-scale dogfighting operation, resulting in the seizure of 190 dogs. He faces federal charges for possession, transportation, and sale of dogs for fighting. If convicted, he could face up to five years in prison and a significant fine.

Iran has readied its missile arsenal in response to Donald Trump’s threats of bombing if no nuclear deal is reached. Iranian leaders have ruled out direct negotiations, stressing decisive retaliation to any attack. Trump has set a two-month deadline for diplomacy, increasing tensions.

Donald Trump reiterated his potential pursuit of a third term as president, challenging the constitutional two-term limit. He claimed public support for his extended service and hinted at unconventional methods to achieve it, eliciting polarized reactions from political leaders and citizens.

Nepal's lower house erupted in heated clashes over calls to restore the monarchy and the demand to remove the chief of the Nepal Electricity Authority. The session, delayed by two hours and disrupted by opposition lawmakers, was adjourned without conclusion. An all-party meeting was set by PM KP Sharma Oli.

Pro-monarchy protests in Kathmandu are growing, with thousands calling for the return of King Gyanendra amidst dissatisfaction with the political instability since the monarchy ended in 2008. People are expressing disillusionment with current leaders, leading to clashes with police and widespread unrest.

Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated by Muslims through prayer, charity, and feasting. Celebrations include wearing new clothes, family gatherings, special foods, and giving gifts to children. The festival symbolizes faith, purity, and togetherness and will be observed from March 31 to April 1, 2025, based on moon sighting.

A sessions court in Ahmedabad has acquitted four men accused of rioting and arson during communal violence in the Naroda area post-Babri Masjid demolition in 1992-93. The court cited a lack of evidence, including no CCTV footage or eyewitnesses, to link the accused to the crime.

International schooling in India has seen significant growth from 2019 to 2025, with a notable rise in Cambridge and International Baccalaureate programs. More families are opting for these due to personalized learning and global exposure. The sector is expanding beyond major cities into smaller towns, driven by higher incomes and aspirations for global career opportunities.

Mohanlal expressed regret over distress caused by political themes in Empuraan, leading to 17 changes by CBFC. Despite backlash over its portrayal of '02 Gujarat riots, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and VD Satheesan condemned the Sangh Parivar’s pressure on the film.

The National Medical Commission has imposed a Rs 50,000 penalty on medical colleges for failing to submit stipend details of MBBS interns, following multiple reminders. Despite having the authority to levy higher fines, the NMC's penalties remain minimal, raising concerns about their seriousness in enforcing compliance.

Drivers who fail to pay their traffic e-challan fines within three months may face suspension of their driving licenses. Additionally, accumulating three challans for serious offenses in a financial year could result in a three-month license confiscation. This measure is aimed at improving the current low recovery rate of fines and ensuring better compliance with traffic laws.

A 20-year-old first-year BTech student, identified as Rahul Chaitanya from Telangana, committed suicide by jumping off the hostel building at IIIT-A, Prayagraj. The incident occurred early Saturday after he sent a message to his family. Police are investigating the case, and no suicide note was found.

The Centre has declared the entire state of Manipur as disturbed under Afspa for another six months, excluding areas within 13 police stations. This extension comes despite a relative calm in the state, and includes continuations in parts of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh until September 30, 2025.

A derailment of the Bengaluru-Kamakhya AC Express near Cuttack resulted in one death and over 30 injuries. The incident occurred on Sunday due to suspected track defects during maintenance work. Compensation has been announced for victims, and rescue efforts are underway. The derailment follows Odisha's major railway disaster in June 2023, which had higher casualties.