Times of India

An outbreak of African Swine Fever in Mizoram has resulted in the deaths of 503 pigs since March 20. The disease, highly contagious and deadly for pigs, was first detected in Lawngtlai district. Authorities are working to contain the spread and mitigate further losses.

Multiple fights broke out at the Fashion Centre in Pentagon City mall, Arlington, on Saturday, resulting in minor injuries to a police officer, a mall security guard, and one of the three arrested juveniles. The mall was closed early, and police continue to investigate the disturbances.

A Texas junior high student was violently beaten by another pupil while adults failed to intervene quickly. The assault at Harwood Junior High in Bedford was cheered by peers and left the victim unconscious. A full investigation by the school and local authorities is ongoing.

US President Donald Trump is contemplating firing national security advisor Mike Waltz after a Yemen war plan leak through a Signal group chat involving a journalist. Trump remains supportive of Waltz publicly, but concerns about his connections and media coverage heighten internal discussions.

Syria's new government was sworn in, marking a major step since Bashar al-Assad's removal. The 23-member cabinet, without a prime minister, includes diverse religious and ethnic backgrounds. Economic troubles and security concerns remain significant challenges. An agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces was also signed to merge them into the Syrian army.

In a heated IPL clash, Hardik Pandya and R Sai Kishore had a brief confrontation during Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians' match. Pandya, who performed well with the ball, failed with the bat, contributing to Mumbai's second loss. Post-match, tempers cooled as the players hugged, putting an end to their on-field spat.

Hamas' armed wing released a video of Israeli hostage Elkana Bohbot, pleading with Prime Minister Netanyahu for his release after being held in Gaza for 540 days. Bohbot, captured during the October 2023 attack, questioned why the government hadn't secured the release of all hostages despite the ongoing conflict and bombing.

The US Africa Command carried out an airstrike in Puntland, Somalia, targeting IS-Somalia positions and killing several operatives. Coordinated with the Somali government, the strike occurred southeast of Bosasso port city. This attack is part of an ongoing counter-terrorism operation, with previous strikes eliminating key IS figures. No civilians were reported harmed.

Hamas agrees to a 50-day ceasefire proposed by Egypt, releasing five hostages including American-Israeli Edan Alexander. This follows the October 7, 2023 attacks. Israel has submitted a counter-proposal, seeking the release of 10 to 12 hostages. The conflict has resulted in significant Palestinian casualties.

A small aircraft crashed into a residential home in Minnesota, resulting in the deaths of all passengers on board. The accident caused significant fire and smoke damage to the house. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and the NTSB are coordinating to investigate the incident.

CBFC has ordered 17 changes to the Malayalam film 'Empuraan' starring Mohanlal due to backlash over its portrayal of the 2002 Gujarat riots. The changes were requested after criticism from BJP and RSS members, with the film's producers agreeing to make necessary edits to address concerns.

Congress criticizes the Modi government for allowing banks to increase ATM withdrawal charges, along with a series of other levies on account holders. They argue that these measures have effectively turned banks into collection agents, extracting significant amounts from citizens through various banking fees and charges.

A limousine from Vladimir Putin's official fleet exploded and caught fire near the FSB headquarters in Moscow. The driver, passengers, or cause of the fire remain unknown, but no injuries were reported. Onlookers attempted to help before emergency services arrived. The incident has led to tightened security measures in the area.

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has become a significant revenue generator for the Ministry of Earth Sciences, earning over Rs 226 crore since 2022-23. This income largely comes from aviation meteorological services provided to the Airports Authority of India. Additionally, revenue is also generated through the sale of meteorological data, weather reports, and testing/calibration of equipment.

International students in the US are being asked to self-deport following an email from the state department, allegedly due to campus activism. Immigration lawyers confirm that social media activities are being scrutinized, leading to revoked visas and terminated SEVIS records, with potential future visa difficulties.