Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has called a snap general election for April 28, months before the scheduled date. He said he needs a “strong mandate” to handle U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs and threats to Canada’s sovereignty. Trump has dismissed Canada’s borders as “artificial” and suggested it should become the 51st U.S. state. Carney, who became prime minister on March 15 after Justin Trudeau stepped down, hopes to gain public support as his party’s popularity rises. The opposition Conservatives accuse him of excessive spending and financial secrecy. This election will test Carney’s leadership for the first time.

A seven-year-old girl, Anchal Kumar, was injured during an encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district. She was taken to a hospital and is in stable condition. Security forces launched a search operation after spotting terrorists hiding in a nursery near the border in Hiranagar sector. The terrorists opened fire, leading to a gunfight. No casualties were reported initially. Reinforcements were sent to the area, and the cordon was tightened. Officials believe the terrorists crossed the border the previous night. The anti-terror operation is ongoing under police supervision. (PC: News18)

Chennai Super Kings started their IPL 2025 campaign with a comfortable four-wicket win over Mumbai Indians at Chepauk. MI’s losing streak in opening matches continued for the 13th year. Batting first, MI struggled as Noor Ahmad (4/18) and Khaleel Ahmed (3/29) restricted them to 155/9. In response, CSK chased the target with ease. Rachin Ravindra anchored the innings with an unbeaten 65 off 45 balls, while captain Ruturaj Gaikwad smashed 53 off 26. MI’s debutant Vignesh Puthur impressed with 3/32, but CSK remained in control throughout the chase. (PC: BCCI)

The UK has dropped to its lowest position in the World Happiness Report, ranking 23rd despite being one of the richest countries. Finland was named the happiest country for the eighth year in a row, followed by Denmark, Iceland, Sweden, and the Netherlands. The US also fell to 24th place. Researchers found that kindness from strangers and sharing meals improve happiness. Afghanistan was the unhappiest country. The report, released on March 20 for the UN's International Day of Happiness, highlights that factors beyond wealth, like trust and social connections, play a big role in people’s well-being. (PC: Unsplash)

MS Dhoni showed his sharp reflexes once again as he stumped Suryakumar Yadav in just 0.12 seconds during Chennai Super Kings’ opening match against Mumbai Indians. The 43-year-old wicketkeeper stunned everyone with his speed behind the stumps at the M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. CSK, led by Ruturaj Gaikwad, chose to bowl first and took early wickets. Noor Ahmad impressed with multiple dismissals, including Suryakumar. Dhoni’s stumping became the highlight of the match, proving his skills remain unmatched. Fans now wonder if this will be his final season or if the legend will continue playing. (PC: Sportzpics)

The trailer of Sikandar, starring Salman Khan, is finally out. Directed by AR Murugadoss, the film is set to release on March 30. Salman plays a fearless man from Rajkot who takes on criminals in Mumbai. The trailer shows intense action scenes, from street fights to battles inside a plane. Fans are excited and expect a big hit this Eid. Murugadoss said working with a superstar means balancing the script with audience expectations. Known for films like Ghajini and Holiday, he promises Sikandar will be a thrilling experience for Salman’s fans.

On March 23, 2025, a fierce encounter broke out in the Sanyal area of Hiranagar sector, Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir, after security forces spotted 4-5 heavily armed terrorists near the International Border. Acting on intelligence inputs, a joint operation involving the Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and CRPF was launched. A gunfight ensued as terrorists opened fire. The dense forest terrain has made the operation challenging, and additional reinforcements have been deployed. The situation remains tense as forces attempt to neutralize the threat. Search operations are ongoing to prevent any infiltration attempts. (PC: India Today)  

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) secured a dominant 44-run victory over Rajasthan Royals (RR) in their IPL 2025 opener at Hyderabad. Ishan Kishan led the charge with a blistering 106* off 45 balls, while Travis Head (67) and Heinrich Klaasen powered SRH to a massive 286/6. Despite a valiant chase, RR fell short, struggling against SRH’s disciplined bowling. "The team showed great intent, and I'm happy to start with a hundred," Kishan said post-match. SRH’s aggressive batting set a high benchmark for the season. Rajasthan’s bowlers failed to contain the relentless attack, making their chase an uphill battle. (PC: X/@IPL)

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is nearing a controversial agreement to share taxpayer data with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to assist in identifying undocumented immigrants. This move has raised significant privacy concerns, with critics warning that it may discourage undocumented workers from filing taxes, potentially impacting IRS revenue collection. Supporters argue the deal could strengthen immigration enforcement and national security. The agreement, expected to be finalized soon, is drawing scrutiny from lawmakers and advocacy groups, who question the ethical and legal implications of using tax records for immigration enforcement. (PC: Abc News)

Ishan Kishan announced his arrival for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in style, smashing an unbeaten 106 to power his team to 286/6 against Rajasthan Royals (RR) in IPL 2025. Kishan, who missed out on a century last season, said, "It was coming for a while. Happy to get my first hundred." He credited SRH’s management for giving players freedom and praised Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma for their explosive start. "The team has put faith in me, and I want to deliver," he added. Kishan believes SRH’s bowlers must stay composed to defend their mammoth total. (PC: X/@Sunrisers)