Bank strike postponed: 2-day nationwide strike deferred after assurance from Finance Ministry

Russia and Ukraine traded accusations of massive overnight attacks, just days before scheduled talks with US officials to halt their three-year war. Both sides have tentatively agreed to a 30-day pause in strikes on energy targets, but have continued airstrikes and accused each other of breaking the truce. Ukrainian President Zelensky called for joint pressure from allies on Moscow after a barrage of drones and bombs, emphasizing the need for real pressure from the US,...

Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu agrees that AI will write 90% of the code because most of it is just "boiler plate" material, with essential complexity still requiring human intervention. He questions whether AI can go beyond cleaning up existing patterns to discovering entirely new ones, emphasizing the importance of human intuition in this process. Vembu also praises India's manufacturing progress in mid-sized machinery, highlighting the need for affordable, high-precision machines in the country's industrial sector...

This week, Israel conducted airstrikes that resulted in the deaths of top Hamas officials, including its Gaza government chief, showing its ability to inflict serious damage on the group. Despite sustaining major losses, Hamas has adapted by shifting to guerrilla warfare and utilizing human messengers to evade surveillance. The violence has disrupted a ceasefire, signifying a new phase of conflict after months of intense clashes aimed at weakening Hamas' control in Gaza. Full Article

In the aftermath of two encounters in Chhattisgarh resulting in the deaths of 30 Maoists, police have identified 19 of the slain Maoists, including 15 women, with a total reward of ₹1.03 crore. In Bijapur, 14 of the 26 cadres killed were women, with efforts ongoing to establish the identities of others. Notable figures among the deceased include PLGA commander Lokesh and West Bastar Divisional Committee members Sitto and Jithru. Full Article

North Korea test-fired a new weapons system to enhance combat readiness while Russia's security chief, Sergei Shoigu, held talks with leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang. The two countries have strengthened ties since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with accusations of North Korea supporting Moscow. Shoigu conveyed greetings from Russian President Putin to Kim during their meeting, continuing a series of high-level exchanges between the two nations. Full Article

In preparation for their IPL 2025 season, Punjab Kings conducted a practice session and match on March 21, with foreign stars Azmatullah Omarzai, Glenn Maxwell, and Josh Inglis joining the camp. A viral video of former teammates Glenn Maxwell and Yuzvendra Chahal reuniting during the session has been circulating on social media. Head coach Ricky Ponting introduced the players ahead of their opening game against Gujarat Titans on March 25, as Maxwell showcased his form...