Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:50am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday Entertainment
Amazon Prime Video teases fans with a sneak peek of its upcoming lineup, including 'Mirzapur' Season 3. The teaser clip brings back Pankaj Tripathi's beloved character, Kaleen Bhaiya, hinting at the awaited return. Ali Fazal and Shweta Tripathi, along with the cast, playfully tease the release date during a recent event. Fazal promises new characters and twists in the highly anticipated season, ensuring fans of the same gripping drama. With intense action and storyline, 'Mirzapur 3' keeps fans eagerly waiting for its arrival on the screen.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:26am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday Politics
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal faces allegations of spying on Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials, supported by recovered documents during raids on his residence. The ED asserts evidence of Kejriwal snooping and has filed a caveat in the Supreme Court ahead of his petition against potential arrest in the Delhi liquor policy case. A special bench will urgently hear his plea. The ED plans to present evidence linking AAP's funds to the liquor policy scandal and has recorded statements from Goa AAP candidates alleging cash payments. Kejriwal was arrested after ED's arrival at his residence for interrogation.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:00am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday India
Renowned spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, founder of Isha Foundation, is recovering well after undergoing emergency brain surgery in Delhi. The surgery aimed to address life-threatening bleeding in his skull, successfully performed on March 17 at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. His daughter, Radhe Jaggi, reassured followers of his swift recovery via Instagram. The foundation expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support. Sadhguru, 66, known for environmental campaigns like ''Save Soil'' and ''Rally for Rivers,'' humorously shared updates, stating surgeons found nothing in his skull during the procedure. He's now in stable condition, with vital parameters improving post-surgery.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:32am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday India Global
The Ram Mandir Rath Yatra, organized by the Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America, will commence from Chicago, USA, covering 851 temples across 48 states and spanning over 8,000 miles in 60 days. The chariot, fashioned from a Toyota Sienna van, will carry statues of Lord Ram, Goddess Sita, Lakshman, and Hanuman, along with sacred prasadam from Ayodhya. With a separate yatra in Canada, totaling over 150 temples, the initiative aims to raise awareness and unite Hindus globally. Tejal Shah from the Hindu Mandir Empowerment Council underscores the significance of this journey in revitalizing Hindu ethos and empowering future generations through collective participation.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:02am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday Politics
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate triggers widespread protests by his Aam Aadmi Party. State ministers Atishi and Saurabh Bhardwaj detained. Police close roads leading to AAP headquarters, deploy water cannons, and paramilitary forces. Supreme Court to hear Kejriwal's petition. Opposition, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, condemns the arrest. Tensions escalate with Lok Sabha elections approaching.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:42am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday Sports
In a gesture of goodwill, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) has announced a refund for fans who faced technical glitches during their 2024 Unbox event's live stream, priced at Rs. 99. The event, held at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, featured the unveiling of the men's team jersey for IPL 2024 and honored the victorious RCB Women's team led by Smriti Mandhana. Former RCB fast bowler Vinay Kumar was also inducted into the franchise's 'Hall of Fame'. RCB is gearing up to kick off IPL 2024 against Chennai Super Kings on March 22.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:16am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday Politics
In Karnataka, a recent survey suggests that the Congress party might win big in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. They could get 17 out of 28 seats with about 44% of the votes. This would be a big jump from last time. On the other hand, the BJP-JDS team might see a drop in votes, losing nearly 19%. If this prediction is going be right, it would be the first time BJP will lost ground in Karnataka since 1996.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:54am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday International
Canada is tightening its doors for temporary residents, impacting Indians eyeing settlement or work. Immigration Minister Marc Miller aims to reduce temporary residents from 6.2% to 5%, citing housing and service challenges. Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault states hiring foreign workers will be limited to 20%, except for sectors like agriculture. In 2023, India sent 26,495 temporary foreign workers to Canada, showcasing its significant role. Currently, Canada hosts over 2.5 million temporary residents, raising concerns about accommodation and services. The Indian community in Canada has steadily grown, reached over one million by 2020, signaling a vibrant presence.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:38am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday India
India's wealth inequality has surpassed even the colonial era, with the top 1% now controlling 40.1% of national wealth, compared to less than 15% at independence. Income share for this group rose to 22.6% in 2022-23. The report by World Inequality Lab indicates a post-independence decline in inequality until the 1980s, followed by a sharp rise since the early 2000s. Dubbed the 'Billionaire Raj', India's inequality now exceeds that of the British Raj. Policy intervention is crucial to curb this trend.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:20am on 22 Mar 2024,Friday Politics
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was arrested at his home by the Enforcement Directorate for the Delhi liquor policy case, a first for a sitting chief minister in India. Earlier, AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh were arrested. Kejriwal declined nine summons, claiming them unlawful. AAP pledges he'll govern from jail, prompting nationwide protests. AAP's Atishi assures Kejriwal remains Delhi's Chief Minister without question.