Times of India

India’s low volume of goods exports to the US offers a buffer against trade tensions due to Trump's tariff moves, with strong services exports and supportive domestic policies enhancing resilience. Economic recovery strategies include increased government spending, eased monetary policies, moderated food inflation, and robust services exports driving growth, says Morgan Stanley.

The Election Commission of India has assured the Trinamool Congress that concerns about duplicate EPIC numbers, dead voters, and illegal migrants will be resolved. TMC MP Sagarika Ghose highlighted the seriousness of duplicate EPIC cards and the need for transparency. The opposition demanded discussion on voter list irregularities, stressing their importance for democracy and the Constitution.

A passenger train in Balochistan, Pakistan, was attacked by separatist militants, injuring the driver and resulting in a hostage situation involving over 100 passengers. The Baloch Liberation Army claimed responsibility, demanding the withdrawal of security forces to release the hostages. The train was derailed after the militants blew up the railway track.

Sarah Wynn-Williams, a former Facebook director, has made serious allegations against Meta's top executives, including claims of sexual misconduct and unethical practices. Williams accuses Sheryl Sandberg of inappropriate behavior and Mark Zuckerberg of unethical dealings with Beijing. Meta refutes these claims, labeling them as outdated and previously addressed. Meta said since Williams was fired in 2017, she has been paid by anti-Facebook activists.

The Odisha assembly descended into chaos as BJP and Congress leaders engaged in a scuffle, with accusations of physical altercation. The unrest began during question hour when senior BJP lawmaker Jaynarayan Mishra allegedly pushed Congress MLA Taraprasad Bahinipati. Speaker Surama Padhy allowed proceedings to continue despite the turmoil.

Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is hosting global leaders to mediate conflicts, including Ukraine's President Zelenskyy discussing Russia's war with him. Riyadh is positioning itself as a neutral mediator, balancing relationships with the US, Russia, and other nations, while aiming to leverage influence in Middle Eastern conflicts and boost foreign investments.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon defends the company's strict return-to-office mandate, despite employee concerns and potential talent retention challenges. Employees are required to go back to in-person work five days a week, ending remote work flexibility, with some technology workers contemplating leaving due to the policy.

A ruckus erupted in Rajya Sabha after BJP objected to Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks. Union minister JP Nadda condemned the language used. Kharge apologised and clarified his remarks were against government policy, not the Chair. This followed a heated exchange over remarks made by Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan about the Tamil Nadu government and DMK.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Mauritius highlights the strong historical and cultural ties between the two nations, reinforced by a large Indian-origin population. His engagements included a warm reception by the local diaspora, homage to Mahatma Gandhi, and revisiting significant spiritual sites.

Lalit Modi has dismissed reports of an extradition notice against him as fake news, mentioning his extensive international travels without issue. He also shared an Interpol report denying a Red Corner Notice against him, while Vanuatu's PM stated a zero-tolerance stance towards criminals.

Apple, Microsoft, Tesla, Nvidia, Google parent Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta suffered significant losses in market value, totaling over $750 billion on Monday, driven by concerns around new tariffs impacting tech companies. Apple alone shed $174 billion, and Tesla saw a 15% drop in stock value, its worst since 2020. The technology sector faces escalating trade tensions and economic uncertainty.

Elon Musk faced significant setbacks on March 10, with Tesla's stock plummeting by over 15% and his social media platform X experiencing major outages. The twin crises coincided with market panic and increasing criticism of Musk's political ties to Trump's administration. Additionally, Tesla's declining sales and growing competition, particularly from China's BYD, compound the challenges.

The Karnataka government has initiated an investigation into alleged protocol violations in the gold smuggling case involving Kannada actress Ranya Rao, daughter of senior IPS officer K Ramachandra Rao. The probe, led by additional chief secretary Gaurav Gupta, also examines potential misuse of official privileges to assist in her smuggling activities.

Indian student Sudiksha Konanki, 20, went missing during a holiday in the Dominican Republic and is believed to have drowned. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation, including search efforts and reviewing evidence. Her companions were questioned, though no charges have been filed, and the search for her continues.

Russia's defence ministry reported the downing of 337 Ukrainian drones overnight, marking the largest drone assault on its territory in three years. The strikes impacted ten regions, including significant disruptions in the Moscow area and border regions like Kursk. Kyiv has yet to comment.