Five Arrested in Attack on International Students at Gujarat Hostel; Varsity Boosts Security Measures

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:32am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

Five arrests made after attack on international students offering Namaz at Gujarat University hostel. Police form teams to apprehend remaining assailants. University relocates foreign students, deploys ex-servicemen for security. Immediate measures include transfer to separate hostel and formation of foreign student advisory committee. Vice Chancellor announces staff replacements. High Court refrains from intervention, stresses law enforcement's role. Civil society condemns attack, demands strict action. Businessman Zafar Sareshwala engages with state officials, seeks assurance against future incidents. PUCL calls for stern action. Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist) demands accountability for police presence during attack.

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Narayana Murthy Gifts Grandson Shares Worth Rs 240 Crore in Infosys, Minting India's Youngest Millionaire

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:19am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy has gifted shares worth over Rs 240 crore to his four-month-old grandson, Ekagrah Rohan Murty, making him India's youngest millionaire in probability. Ekagrah acquired 0.04% stake in Infosys, reducing Murthy's share to 0.36%. The mode of transaction was "off-market." Murthy and Sudha Murty became grandparents in November, naming the baby Ekagrah, meaning unwavering focus. Infosys, founded in 1981 with $250, revolutionized corporate governance and wealth creation. Sudha Murty, after leading Infosys Foundation for 25 years, retired in December 2021 and now serves in India's Rajya Sabha.

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Fans are Captivated by Maiden Formula 4 Car Racing Held Along the Banks of Srinagar's Dal Lake

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:45am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

Srinagar debuted its inaugural Formula 4 car racing demo event, captivating locals and motorsport enthusiasts by showcasing professional drivers' stunts. The event unfolded along a 1.7 km track from Lalit Ghat to Nehru Park, drawing hundreds of eager youths along the scenic Boulevard road. Aimed at boosting tourism and inspiring youth to pursue motorsports, the event marked a milestone in the Kashmir Valley. Organized by the Federation of Motorsports Clubs of India, under the umbrella of FIA, it signals a promising step towards fostering the region's motorsport culture.

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Supreme Court Directs SBI to Disclose All Electoral Bonds Information by March 21

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:29am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

The Supreme Court has ordered the State Bank of India (SBI) to reveal all details regarding electoral bonds, including unique bond numbers, by March 21. The ruling emphasizes transparency in disclosing data related to electoral bonds, aiming to establish a clear link between buyers and recipient political parties. Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud affirmed the court's commitment to upholding the rule of law and constitutional principles, amidst concerns over how the judgment is perceived outside the courtroom. The decision follows SBI's failure to provide unique bond numbers to the Election Commission, sparking debates on transparency and accountability.

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Elvish Yadav, the Winner of Bigg Boss OTT 2, Admitted to Getting Snake Venom for Partying

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:33am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

Elvish Yadav, winner of Bigg Boss OTT 2 and a prominent YouTuber, was apprehended by Noida Police for allegedly using snake venom as a recreational drug at parties. He confessed to arranging snakes and venom for rave events and admitted knowing individuals arrested last year for supplying snake venom. Five others, including Rahul, Teetunath, Jaikaran, Narayan, and Ravinath, from Moharband village, were involved. Elvish, from Gurugram, gained fame after winning Bigg Boss OTT 2. He's been sent to 14-day judicial custody and faces allegations of using snakes in his video shoots. Noida Police have substantial evidence against him.

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Bengaluru Water Crisis Leads to Employee Absences, Posing Challenges for Employers

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:19am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

As Bengaluru grapples with a severe water crisis, exacerbated by rapid urbanization, employees are skipping work, impacting operations for tech giants and startups. Residents face stringent water restrictions, with videos on social media depicting struggles for basic necessities. Experts emphasize mandatory water harvesting and groundwater recharge to alleviate the crisis. Employers resort to remote work options as employees face water shortages. Water tanker prices surge, prompting calls for government intervention. Initiatives including injecting purified water into drying lakes aim to restore groundwater supplies. Bengaluru faces urgent need for sustainable water management solutions.

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Delhi's Aviation Hub Ambition Advances Through Air India's Expansion and Discussions on US Pre-Clearance

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:47am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

The Ministry of Civil Aviation and Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) are collaborating to streamline transfer experiences. One proposed solution is implementing US pre-clearance at Delhi Airport, allowing passengers to arrive in the US as domestic travelers. This move would greatly benefit Indian carriers, particularly Air India, by attracting more passengers and enhancing competitiveness for US-bound traffic from SAARC countries. Delhi Airport stands to gain as a transfer hub with Air India's expansion plans and talks of building a hub in India centered around the national capital.

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Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Stated That Her Donations were Small in Amount

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:09am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Executive Chairperson of Biocon Ltd, clarified that her company did not make political donations via electoral bonds but stated she personally purchased and donated them to parties, including Janata Dal (Secular). She emphasized her donations were nominal and transparent. This clarification followed a social media claim of her monthly donations of Rs 5 crore before the Karnataka Assembly elections, which she refuted, urging for accurate calculations. Upon reevaluation, her total electoral bond donations amounted to Rs 6 crore. Mazumdar-Shaw's assertion underscores her commitment to funding election campaigns with transparent means.

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Four Coaches of the Sabarmati-Agra Superfast Train Derailed in Ajmer, Rajasthan

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:49am on 18 Mar 2024,Monday India

In a mishap near Madar railway station in Rajasthan's Ajmer, four coaches of a high-speed train derailed overnight between Sunday and Monday. Numerous passengers were on board during the incident. Railway authorities swiftly established a support desk at Ajmer station and issued a helpline number, 0145-2429642, for assistance. The derailment underscores safety concerns within the rail network, prompting authorities to take prompt action in aiding affected passengers.

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Two Arrested for Assault on Foreign Students during Ramadan Prayers in Gujarat

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:16pm on 17 Mar 2024,Sunday India

Ahmedabad Police apprehended two individuals for attacking foreign students at Gujarat University during Ramadan prayers. Hitesh Mewada and Bharat Patel face charges including unlawful assembly, rioting, and causing injury. The assailants disrupted the students' prayers, vandalized hostel rooms, and injured two students. Police have registered FIRs against 25 individuals and formed nine probe teams. Minister of State for Home Harsh Sanghavi instructed strict action, with efforts ongoing to apprehend remaining suspects. The incident underscores the importance of safeguarding religious freedoms and ensuring the safety of all individuals.

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