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Arnold Schwarzenegger's journey from Austrian immigrant to global icon exemplifies his mantra: "You can't climb the ladder of success with your hands in your pockets." His relentless drive, evident from bodybuilding championships to Hollywood stardom and governorship, underscores a life built on active participation and unwavering ambition.

Hanuman Jayanti, celebrating Lord Hanuman's birth, is observed on April 2, 2026. This auspicious festival honors the deity's devotion, strength, and courage. Devotees engage in prayers, offer special items like sindoor and jasmine oil, and recite Hanuman Chalisa and Sundarkand to seek blessings. Temples are adorned for the grand celebration.

Google employees are buzzing about Agent Smith, an internal AI tool automating tasks and accessible via mobile. Its popularity led to restricted access, highlighting Google's focus on AI agents for productivity in 2026, as emphasized by cofounder Sergey Brin. AI adoption is becoming mandatory across the company, with usage even impacting performance reviews.

The move is intended to ensure that households facing LPG constraints continue to have access to essential fuel for basic domestic requirements

The US is expanding its military presence in the Middle East with hundreds of additional troops, including special forces, to bolster options amid escalating tensions with Iran. These forces are being positioned to potentially secure the Strait of Hormuz, seize Kharg Island, or target nuclear sites, reflecting a broader posture shift as the conflict evolves.

If your name is on the electoral roll and your mobile number is registered with the Election Commission of India and linked to your EPIC, you can download your e-EPIC online.

He said that the years 2006-2009 were the most difficult, and the gradual gains made over the years found a resolute push in the past two-years when Home Minister Amit Shah set a deadline of March 31, 2026, to eradicate Left Wing Extremism from the country

President Trump declared Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain are fully aligned with the US against Iran, stating they are "100% on our side." He noted these Gulf nations were surprised by Iran's missile and drone attacks but are now fighting back effectively. The ongoing conflict, now in its fourth week, has seen escalating exchanges and regional instability.

Stock market crash today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex plunged in opening trade on Monday. Nifty50 opened the trading day below 22,500 and BSE Sensex dropped over 1,100 points.

The two unidentified assailants came on a motorcycle and attacked Tiwari while he was sitting on a chair on Sunday (March 29, 2026) evening

Suchitwa Mission’s green election campaign, in association with the Election Commission of India, aims at reducing waste generated during elections

The govt. introduced schemes that did not figure in its manifesto, even while delivering key assurances such as Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam and free bus travel; but it has not formulated the Higher Education policy, set up Kalaignar Canteens or created special courts for corruption cases

Iran claims to have destroyed a US E-3 Sentry aircraft during a missile and drone strike on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. Images show a burned-out E-3 Sentry, a critical airborne surveillance and battle management platform. This incident occurs amidst escalating tensions and retaliatory attacks between Iran, the US, and Israel.

The protests come amid reports of panic refuelling across the city, which has led to long queues of up to 1 to 2 km at several fuel stations, particularly in residential areas

According to preliminary information from police, the horrific crime took place in a rented house in L.V. Nagar while the suspect’s wife was away visiting her parents

Stock market recommendations: Ipca Laboratories, and AU Small Finance Bank are the stocks that Motilal Oswal Wealth Management Research Desk recommends buying for the week starting March 30, 2026. Target prices and potential upsides are listed below:

Rohit Sharma's explosive 78 off 38 balls, coupled with Ryan Rickelton's 81, powered Mumbai Indians to a six-wicket victory over KKR in their IPL 2026 opener. The duo's record 148-run stand secured MI's highest successful home chase. Rohit also set a new IPL record for most runs against a single opponent.

Of the remaining 19 Assembly segments, the BJP and the Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) have been allotted eight each with one each to the Indhiya Jananayaga Katchi (IJK), Puratchi Bharatham and the Tamizhaga Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam (TMMK).

Microsoft is reportedly taking over a data center construction project in Abilene, Texas, previously declined by OpenAI. This move positions both tech giants as neighbors within a significant AI hub. Crusoe, the data center developer, confirmed its partnership with Microsoft for two "AI factory" facilities, which will be larger than OpenAI's adjacent campus.