People in India's Maharashtra and Goa will be celebrating the Marathi new year festival known as 'Gudi Padwa' on March 22 and the auspicious time will begin from March 21 at 10:52 pm to March 22 at 08:00 pm. This&nbsp;festival marks the beginning of the spring season in South India. According to the Hindu Calendar, the festival is observed every year on the first day of the Chaitra month. On the same days, South Indian states Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh celebrate Ugadi or Yogadi.&nbsp;

On March 22, there will be a bank holiday in Maharashtra.&nbsp;

Significance:

The Gudi Padwa festival marks the start of the Marathi new year, as per the Luni-solar calendar. Puthandu in Tamil Nadu, Bihu in Assam and Baisakhi in Pujba, are various names of the Hindu New Year based on the Solar calendar.&nbsp;

On this day, people in Maharashtra will hoist flags to Honour Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's victories and devotees will also hoist Gudi as a symbol of Lord Ram's 14-year exile and return.&nbsp;

<h3>Check the details:</h3>

When is Gudi Padwa: March 22, 2023

Auspicious time: March 21 10:52 pm to March 22 08:50 pm.&nbsp;

<h2>Here are some Gudi Padwa messages and wishes to share with your loved ones:</h2>

Gudi Padwa is a day of a new beginning of dreams, hopes and happiness. May this wonderful year bring success, surprises and happiness to you and your family. Have a great Gudi Padwa.

Live love and spread happiness, joy and blessings with all. These are my prayers for you. Happy Guddi Padwa

On this auspicious day of Gudi Padwa may you be endowered with happiness, great health and wealth.&nbsp;

Gudi Padwa is finally here! An important day for you and me. I pray for your goodwill and health. May you be blessed till eternity.&nbsp;

I pray to the almighty that this Gudi Padwa, you and your family are blessed with good health, peace and harmony.&nbsp;

I am missing you this Gudi Padwa. This wish comes from my heart. May you be blessed all through the year.&nbsp;

On this occasion of Gudi Padwa, I wish you and your family a life filled with success, health, prosperity and lots of happiness.

People in India's Maharashtra and Goa will be celebrating the Marathi new year festival known as 'Gudi Padwa' on March 22 and the auspicious time will begin from March 21 at 10:52 pm to March 22 at 08:00 pm.

People in India's Maharashtra and Goa will be celebrating the Marathi new year festival known as 'Gudi Padwa' on March 22 and the auspicious time will begin from March 21 at 10:52 pm to March 22 at 08:00 pm. This festival marks the beginning of the spring season in South India. According to the Hindu Calendar, the festival is observed every year on the first day of the Chaitra month. On the same days, South Indian states Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh celebrate Ugadi or Yogadi. On March 22, there will be a bank holiday in Maharashtra. Significance: The Gudi Padwa festival marks the start of the Marathi new year, as per the Luni-solar calendar. Puthandu in Tamil Nadu, Bihu in Assam and Baisakhi in Pujba, are various names of the Hindu New Year based on the Solar calendar. On this day, people in Maharashtra will hoist flags to Honour Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's victories and devotees will also hoist Gudi as a symbol of Lord Ram's 14-year exile and return. Check the details: When is Gudi Padwa: March 22, 2023 Auspicious time: March 21 10:52 pm to March 22 08:50 pm. Here are some Gudi Padwa messages and wishes to share with your loved ones: Gudi Padwa is a day of a new beginning of dreams, hopes and happiness. May this wonderful year bring success, surprises and happiness to you and your family. Have a great Gudi Padwa. Live love and spread happiness, joy and blessings with all. These are my prayers for you. Happy Guddi Padwa On this auspicious day of Gudi Padwa may you be endowered with happiness, great health and wealth. Gudi Padwa is finally here! An important day for you and me. I pray for your goodwill and health. May you be blessed till eternity. I pray to the almighty that this Gudi Padwa, you and your family are blessed with good health, peace and harmony. I am missing you this Gudi Padwa. This wish comes from my heart. May you be blessed all through the year. On this occasion of Gudi Padwa, I wish you and your family a life filled with success, health, prosperity and lots of happiness.

Gudi Padwa 2023: Date, significance, auspicious time, wishes and all you need to know about the festival

New research&nbsp;has revealed that the tick-borne disease 'babesiosis' is becoming much more common in the United States.&nbsp;&nbsp;As per the recent CDC report, the research conducted from 2011 to 2019 shows that the cases of babesiosis have significantly increased in the northeastern states. In particular, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont are being considered endemic.

But what exactly is babesiosis, what has research found, and what are some preventive measures to avoid its spread? Take a look at it.&nbsp;

What is Babesiosis?

Babesiosis is a life-threatening and severe disease caused by microscopic parasites that infect red blood cells. It is commonly caused to humans through deer ticks, which are also known as black-legged ticks.&nbsp;

While for many infected it might feel fine or do not have any dangerous symptoms, some can be vulnerable to the disease.&nbsp;

According to CDC for many, this disease might just cause symptoms like fever, chills, sweats, headache, body aches, loss of appetite, nausea or even fatigue. However, if it gets worse, it might get life-threatening for them where some could have a weakened immune system or have another serious health condition like liver or kidney disease.&nbsp;

The disease was not considered an endemic in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont until now.&nbsp;

What does CDC have to say?&nbsp;

The CDC considered babesiosis to be endemic only in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Wisconsin until now.

As per the report, the incidents of the disease have increased in New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Maine, Connecticut, and Vermont. The largest number of cases have been reported in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire and Connecticut.&nbsp;

The CDC claimed that till now, 16,456 cases of babesiosis have been reported by 37 states from 2011 to 2019. The largest number of cases were reported in New York with 4,738 cases. While Massachusetts reported 4,136 cases, the second highest during the time period.&nbsp;

Babesiosis prevention and treatment:

The most common way to treat babesiosis is through a course of antibiotics. However, not all antibiotics will work for everyone.&nbsp;

A medical expert, Dr Adalja cited by Prevention says that a combination of atovaquone and azithromycin is the mainstay of the treatment, although clindamycin plus quinine can also be used.&nbsp;

The best way to prevent the disease is to avoid tick tick bites. Experts have advised using tick repellent and doing a regular tick check&nbsp;after spending time outdoors.&nbsp;

New research has revealed that the tick-borne disease 'babesiosis' is becoming much more common in the United States. As per the recent CDC report, the research conducted from 2011 to 2019 shows that the cases of babesiosis have significantly increased in the northeastern states.

New research has revealed that the tick-borne disease 'babesiosis' is becoming much more common in the United States. As per the recent CDC report, the research conducted from 2011 to 2019 shows that the cases of babesiosis have significantly increased in the northeastern states. In particular, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont are being considered endemic. But what exactly is babesiosis, what has research found, and what are some preventive measures to avoid its spread? Take a look at it. What is Babesiosis? Babesiosis is a life-threatening and severe disease caused by microscopic parasites that infect red blood cells. It is commonly caused to humans through deer ticks, which are also known as black-legged ticks. While for many infected it might feel fine or do not have any dangerous symptoms, some can be vulnerable to the disease. According to CDC for many, this disease might just cause symptoms like fever, chills, sweats, headache, body aches, loss of appetite, nausea or even fatigue. However, if it gets worse, it might get life-threatening for them where some could have a weakened immune system or have another serious health condition like liver or kidney disease. The disease was not considered an endemic in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont until now. What does CDC have to say? The CDC considered babesiosis to be endemic only in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Wisconsin until now. As per the report, the incidents of the disease have increased in New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Maine, Connecticut, and Vermont. The largest number of cases have been reported in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire and Connecticut. The CDC claimed that till now, 16,456 cases of babesiosis have been reported by 37 states from 2011 to 2019. The largest number of cases were reported in New York with 4,738 cases. While Massachusetts reported 4,136 cases, the second highest during the time period. Babesiosis prevention and treatment: The most common way to treat babesiosis is through a course of antibiotics. However, not all antibiotics will work for everyone. A medical expert, Dr Adalja cited by Prevention says that a combination of atovaquone and azithromycin is the mainstay of the treatment, although clindamycin plus quinine can also be used. The best way to prevent the disease is to avoid tick tick bites. Experts have advised using tick repellent and doing a regular tick check after spending time outdoors.

What is Babesiosis? Rare tick-borne disease on rise in the United States. Here's all you need to know

It's a relief for India's Mumbai as it finally records "satisfactory" air quality on Tuesday (March 21) after experiencing unseasonal rains. According to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), Mumbai's AQI at 11:55 am was 86. The city earlier had been recording "poor" and "very poor" air-quality index (AQI) for the last few days.&nbsp;

The SAFAR dashboard showed Worli's AQI at 66, Andheri's at 61, and Mazgaon's and Malad's AQI at 80&nbsp;and 75 respectively. However, no change was reflected in Colaba's AQI, which remained at 139.

As per weather experts, an AQI between zero and 50&nbsp;is considered to be 'GOOD,' 51-100 is 'SATISFACTORY' and 'MODERATE' is if it's between 101-200.

On the other hand, AQI between 201 and 300 is considered to be 'POOR,' 301-400 'VERY POOR' and 'SEVERE' if it's between 401 and 500.

It's very unusual for Mumbai to witness rains in the month of March. The Indian Meteorological Department, the westerly wind and moisture incursion from the Arabian Sea might be the reason behind this weather change.&nbsp;

Unseasonal heavy rains slashed the city on Tuesday morning, bringing the temperature down. According to a report in Mid-day, satellite cities like Thane, Mira-Bhayander and Vasai Virar too experienced heavy rains on Monday (March 20).

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said some parts of Mumbai received 20-25 mm of rain early morning between 7 and 8 am on Tuesday. It added that Mondavi fire station and Byculla fire stations reported 28 mm and 23 mm rainfall respectively.&nbsp;

Eastern suburbs like Mulund, Gavanpada, and Bhandup Complex reported 20 mm and 19 mm rainfall respectively. While, in the Western suburbs, Dahisar fire station and Chincholi fire station reported 18 mm and 14 mm rainfall, respectively.&nbsp;

It's a relief for India's Mumbai as it finally records "satisfactory" air quality on Tuesday (March 21) after experiencing unseasonal rains. According to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), Mumbai's AQI at 11:55 am was 86.

It's a relief for India's Mumbai as it finally records "satisfactory" air quality on Tuesday (March 21) after experiencing unseasonal rains. According to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), Mumbai's AQI at 11:55 am was 86. The city earlier had been recording "poor" and "very poor" air-quality index (AQI) for the last few days. The SAFAR dashboard showed Worli's AQI at 66, Andheri's at 61, and Mazgaon's and Malad's AQI at 80 and 75 respectively. However, no change was reflected in Colaba's AQI, which remained at 139. As per weather experts, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered to be 'GOOD,' 51-100 is 'SATISFACTORY' and 'MODERATE' is if it's between 101-200. On the other hand, AQI between 201 and 300 is considered to be 'POOR,' 301-400 'VERY POOR' and 'SEVERE' if it's between 401 and 500. It's very unusual for Mumbai to witness rains in the month of March. The Indian Meteorological Department, the westerly wind and moisture incursion from the Arabian Sea might be the reason behind this weather change. Unseasonal heavy rains slashed the city on Tuesday morning, bringing the temperature down. According to a report in Mid-day, satellite cities like Thane, Mira-Bhayander and Vasai Virar too experienced heavy rains on Monday (March 20). The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) said some parts of Mumbai received 20-25 mm of rain early morning between 7 and 8 am on Tuesday. It added that Mondavi fire station and Byculla fire stations reported 28 mm and 23 mm rainfall respectively. Eastern suburbs like Mulund, Gavanpada, and Bhandup Complex reported 20 mm and 19 mm rainfall respectively. While, in the Western suburbs, Dahisar fire station and Chincholi fire station reported 18 mm and 14 mm rainfall, respectively.

Mumbai weather update: AQI records ‘satisfactory’ after unseasonal rains lash city

KCON 2023 Thailand successfully ended on March 20, after a long four-year COVID-19 hiatus. The annual and cultural convention was held in Bangkok, Thailand at the 'Impact Arena,' for the first time since the spread of the deadly virus for a two-day schedule. Bangkok was KCON's first destination or venue for the event in Southeast Asia. The dates, venue and schedule for the upcoming event in Los Angeles, United States and Tokyo, Japan have also been announced, which are expected to be held in August this year. Here's everything you need to know about the two amazing glittery nights of KCON Thailand 2023:

KCON 2023 Performances:

The two-day festival 'KCON 2023 Thailand,'&nbsp;had audiences from Bangkok, Japan, China and Singapore with participatory content that linked the signature "POPPIA" and artists.&nbsp;

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🧡 3/18 - 3/19 💚 
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The event was warmed up with a Bangkok-specialised stage configuration and a stage upgrade. Performers, collaborations and sets by ATEEZ, BamBam, (G)I-DLE, iKON, ITZY, Kep1er, and Youngjae (GOT7) were prepared (G)I-DLE, iKON, ITZY, Kep1er, and Youngjae (GOT7) were presented.&nbsp;

On the first day of the cultural event KCON, (G)I-DLE performed the girl version of the signature song "POPPIA."

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Following this performance, MCs BamBam and Minnie well-linked to the country also appeared and announced the beginning of the event.&nbsp;

BamBam and Youngjau performed GOT7's "Harry Carry" with junior artist TNX.

"Meet &amp; Greet"

P1 Harmony, JO1, (G)I-DLE, ATEEZ, iKON, Kepler, Youngjae, BamBam, and ITZY performers interacted with their fans through games and talks, giving them an opportunity to know their favourites more.

Knowing the aggressive tendencies of 'Thai K-pop fans,' &nbsp;KCON 2023 had its content optimised. The 'Impact International Exhibition Hall,' where the event was held, was divided into four sections, "KCON Stage," "KCON Square," "We Are K-Pop," and "K Collection," each with its own set of experiential and interacting contents.

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Due to such a long break, local reactions heightened. This year, almost 5.13 million people online and offline attended the KCPON and enjoyed trademark conventions.&nbsp;

Upcoming KCON 2023 in Japan &amp; United States:

Dates for the upcoming "KCON 2023" in Tokyo, Japan, in May and Los Angeles, California, USA, in August have been announced. '

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In Japan, as per Billboard, the event is supposed to be held between May 18-20 at the Makuhari Messe convention centre in Chiba, where some J-pop stars are expected to perform.&nbsp;

Last year, after holding some 90,000 audiences at the KCON Los Angeles 2022, this year it expects to host more fans.&nbsp;

KCON 2023 Thailand successfully ended on March 20, after a long four-year COVID-19 hiatus. The annual and cultural convention was held in Bangkok, Thailand at the 'Impact Arena,' for the first time since the spread of the deadly virus for a two-day schedule.

KCON 2023 Thailand successfully ended on March 20, after a long four-year COVID-19 hiatus. The annual and cultural convention was held in Bangkok, Thailand at the 'Impact Arena,' for the first time since the spread of the deadly virus for a two-day schedule. Bangkok was KCON's first destination or venue for the event in Southeast Asia. The dates, venue and schedule for the upcoming event in Los Angeles, United States and Tokyo, Japan have also been announced, which are expected to be held in August this year. Here's everything you need to know about the two amazing glittery nights of KCON Thailand 2023: KCON 2023 Performances: The two-day festival 'KCON 2023 Thailand,' had audiences from Bangkok, Japan, China and Singapore with participatory content that linked the signature "POPPIA" and artists. 🌴 Coming Soon! LiveStreaming📹 ⭐️KCON POP UP TALK | TNX #KCON2023THAILAND ⏰2023.03.19 14:45 (ICT) 2023.03.19 16:45(KST) 📍KCON official https://t.co/6PQVzJxQSf 🧡 3/18 - 3/19 💚 Let's #KCON! pic.twitter.com/8FowkQtoUO — KCON official (@KCON_official) March 19, 2023 × The event was warmed up with a Bangkok-specialised stage configuration and a stage upgrade. Performers, collaborations and sets by ATEEZ, BamBam, (G)I-DLE, iKON, ITZY, Kep1er, and Youngjae (GOT7) were prepared (G)I-DLE, iKON, ITZY, Kep1er, and Youngjae (GOT7) were presented. On the first day of the cultural event KCON, (G)I-DLE performed the girl version of the signature song "POPPIA." [#TT] TNX Today | 230319 🎞 KCON 2023 THAILAND@YOUNGJAExArs @BAMBAMxABYSS #KCON #KCON2023THAILAND#TNX #LoveOrDie #I_Need_U #GOT7 #갓세븐 #하드캐리 #HardCarry#영재 #YOUNGJAE #뱀뱀 #BamBam#피네이션 #PNATION pic.twitter.com/nsjoEQ1CGj — TNX Official (@TNX_Official) March 19, 2023 × Following this performance, MCs BamBam and Minnie well-linked to the country also appeared and announced the beginning of the event. BamBam and Youngjau performed GOT7's "Harry Carry" with junior artist TNX. "Meet & Greet" P1 Harmony, JO1, (G)I-DLE, ATEEZ, iKON, Kepler, Youngjae, BamBam, and ITZY performers interacted with their fans through games and talks, giving them an opportunity to know their favourites more. Knowing the aggressive tendencies of 'Thai K-pop fans,' KCON 2023 had its content optimised. The 'Impact International Exhibition Hall,' where the event was held, was divided into four sections, "KCON Stage," "KCON Square," "We Are K-Pop," and "K Collection," each with its own set of experiential and interacting contents. 230319 KCON Thailand この尾崎さん良すぎて声出なかった🫠 たくみさんの投げ𝒄𝒉𝒖…💋（世界崩壊）#KCON2023THAILAND #INI_LogintoThailand #尾崎匠海 #池崎理人 pic.twitter.com/NIQVVKtkdZ — 𝗞 (@tag_you5) March 20, 2023 × Due to such a long break, local reactions heightened. This year, almost 5.13 million people online and offline attended the KCPON and enjoyed trademark conventions. Upcoming KCON 2023 in Japan & United States: Dates for the upcoming "KCON 2023" in Tokyo, Japan, in May and Los Angeles, California, USA, in August have been announced. ' 💘KCON 2023 JAPAN SHOW 2nd LINEUP💘#ITZY@ITZYofficial#KCON2023JAPAN ✨05/12~05/14✨ Let's #KCON ! pic.twitter.com/fGHa5fEGXM — KCON Japan (@kconjapan) March 20, 2023 × In Japan, as per Billboard, the event is supposed to be held between May 18-20 at the Makuhari Messe convention centre in Chiba, where some J-pop stars are expected to perform. Last year, after holding some 90,000 audiences at the KCON Los Angeles 2022, this year it expects to host more fans.

KCON 2023 Thailand successfully wraps up! Take a look at some star performances; dates for LA announced

Bengaluru, known for its traffic, can make you wait for hours even when travelling short distances. Many of us opt for auto&nbsp;and bike rides to avoid such situations, as they are more flexible and cheap compared to other forms of transport. However, increasing demand for bike rides has prompted over two lakh auto (two hundred thousand) auto drivers to begin a day's strike in support of their long-pending demands, which includes a ban on bike taxi services. The drivers will be on strike from Sunday (March 19) midnight to Monday (March 20) midnight. Auto drivers have argued that bike taxi services exploit youngsters by luring them with incentives while risking their lives. Here's everything you need to know why auto drivers are on strike and&nbsp;what are their&nbsp;demands, what bike taxi operators claim&nbsp;and what happens next.

What do auto drivers demand?

The Bengaluru Auto Drivers Unions' Federation called for a one-day strike on Sunday, where Adarsh Auto and Taxi Drivers' Union president M Manjunath told news agency PTI, “We have been demanding the government to ban Rapido bike taxis and other whiteboard bike services which are affecting our livelihood. We&nbsp;have submitted a memorandum to the authorities appealing to them to meet our genuine demands, but it has been in vain."&nbsp;

He added that 21 autorickshaw drivers' associations have come together against the bike taxis. Manjunath also mentioned&nbsp;that even some students are using their bikes under the 'Rapido bike services,' to earn more money too.&nbsp;

He&nbsp;claimed they had warned the government not to provide permission, but the latter "turned of a blind eye" to their demands, and the bike drivers continue to operate in the city.

Auto drivers argue that for them it's a must to follow many rules and regulations such as getting permits, paying taxes, ensuring safety standards and charging fares fixed by the government. However, the bike taxis on the other hand do not have any such obligations to follow and charge lower rates.&nbsp;

What do the bike taxi operators say?

Following the accusations by the auto drivers, bike taxi operators have claimed that they have been&nbsp;providing all legal and essential services to the public, especially during the pandemic. They added that they are not competing with auto drivers but complementing them with another form of&nbsp;transport service.&nbsp;

They added that with this service, they are also providing employment to thousands of youngsters who otherwise would have been unemployed.&nbsp;

Bike taxi operators claimed that in states like Telangana, Haryana and Rajasthan they have been allowed to operate "legally," and have urged the Karnataka government to do the same.

Where does the government stand on this?

The Karnataka government has not yet taken any clear stand on the issues, however, the transport department has granted permission to 'Bounce' to run 100 e-bikes in the capital under their Bike Taxi Scheme.&nbsp;

Transport minister Angad Singh while appealing to the auto unions to call off their strikes, said that he will soon hold a talk with auto unions and bike taxi aggregators to resolve the differences.&nbsp;

Bengaluru, known for its traffic, can make you wait for hours even when travelling short distances. Many of us opt for auto and bike rides to avoid such situations, as they are more flexible and cheap compared to other forms of transport.

Bengaluru, known for its traffic, can make you wait for hours even when travelling short distances. Many of us opt for auto and bike rides to avoid such situations, as they are more flexible and cheap compared to other forms of transport. However, increasing demand for bike rides has prompted over two lakh auto (two hundred thousand) auto drivers to begin a day's strike in support of their long-pending demands, which includes a ban on bike taxi services. The drivers will be on strike from Sunday (March 19) midnight to Monday (March 20) midnight. Auto drivers have argued that bike taxi services exploit youngsters by luring them with incentives while risking their lives. Here's everything you need to know why auto drivers are on strike and what are their demands, what bike taxi operators claim and what happens next. What do auto drivers demand? The Bengaluru Auto Drivers Unions' Federation called for a one-day strike on Sunday, where Adarsh Auto and Taxi Drivers' Union president M Manjunath told news agency PTI, “We have been demanding the government to ban Rapido bike taxis and other whiteboard bike services which are affecting our livelihood. We have submitted a memorandum to the authorities appealing to them to meet our genuine demands, but it has been in vain." He added that 21 autorickshaw drivers' associations have come together against the bike taxis. Manjunath also mentioned that even some students are using their bikes under the 'Rapido bike services,' to earn more money too. He claimed they had warned the government not to provide permission, but the latter "turned of a blind eye" to their demands, and the bike drivers continue to operate in the city. Auto drivers argue that for them it's a must to follow many rules and regulations such as getting permits, paying taxes, ensuring safety standards and charging fares fixed by the government. However, the bike taxis on the other hand do not have any such obligations to follow and charge lower rates. What do the bike taxi operators say? Following the accusations by the auto drivers, bike taxi operators have claimed that they have been providing all legal and essential services to the public, especially during the pandemic. They added that they are not competing with auto drivers but complementing them with another form of transport service. They added that with this service, they are also providing employment to thousands of youngsters who otherwise would have been unemployed. Bike taxi operators claimed that in states like Telangana, Haryana and Rajasthan they have been allowed to operate "legally," and have urged the Karnataka government to do the same. Where does the government stand on this? The Karnataka government has not yet taken any clear stand on the issues, however, the transport department has granted permission to 'Bounce' to run 100 e-bikes in the capital under their Bike Taxi Scheme. Transport minister Angad Singh while appealing to the auto unions to call off their strikes, said that he will soon hold a talk with auto unions and bike taxi aggregators to resolve the differences.

Bengaluru auto strike: Why are thousands of drivers protesting against bike taxis? What are their demands?

After a gap of nearly four months, India has been witnessing a rise in Covid cases. On Friday (March 17), the country recorded new 426 COVID-19 cases bringing the total active toll to 4,623, while one death was reported in the southern&nbsp;state Karnataka, according to the updated website data of the Union Health Ministry.&nbsp; The total reported cases to stand at 40.46 million&nbsp;with the death toll at 530,790.

The ministry further added that the national coronavirus recovery has been recorded at 98.80 per cent, Times Now reported.&nbsp;

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On Thursday (March 16), India reported over 700 COVID-19 cases.&nbsp;

The country last recorded this many cases back in November 2022. On Nov 12, India reported some 734 cases.&nbsp;

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Following the spike in Covid cases, the health ministry has urged the six most affected states to follow a "risk assessment-based approach to prevent" and "control the spread of the virus."

Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan in a letter to Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala urged the states to examine the situation of the virus at the micro-level and maintain their focus on the implementation of necessary preventive measures.&nbsp;

Top health officials stressed the need to monitor emerging new cases, influenza-like illnesses and severe acute respiratory infection (SARI) cases in all health institutions across the country.&nbsp;

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After a gap of nearly four months, India has been witnessing a rise in Covid cases. On Friday (March 17), the country recorded new 426 COVID-19 cases bringing the total active toll to 4,623, while one death was reported in the southern state Karnataka, according to the updated website data of the Union Health Ministry.

After a gap of nearly four months, India has been witnessing a rise in Covid cases. On Friday (March 17), the country recorded new 426 COVID-19 cases bringing the total active toll to 4,623, while one death was reported in the southern state Karnataka, according to the updated website data of the Union Health Ministry. The total reported cases to stand at 40.46 million with the death toll at 530,790. The ministry further added that the national coronavirus recovery has been recorded at 98.80 per cent, Times Now reported. Also read | Adenovirus outbreak hits India's West Bengal, 19 children die and thousands hospitalised On Thursday (March 16), India reported over 700 COVID-19 cases. The country last recorded this many cases back in November 2022. On Nov 12, India reported some 734 cases. Also read | US: FDA approves Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine booster dose for children under five Following the spike in Covid cases, the health ministry has urged the six most affected states to follow a "risk assessment-based approach to prevent" and "control the spread of the virus." Union Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan in a letter to Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala urged the states to examine the situation of the virus at the micro-level and maintain their focus on the implementation of necessary preventive measures. Top health officials stressed the need to monitor emerging new cases, influenza-like illnesses and severe acute respiratory infection (SARI) cases in all health institutions across the country. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

COVID-19: As India reports over 400 new cases, govt urges these six states to monitor situation

On Tuesday (March 14), a Russian Su-27 fighter jet forced down a United States MQ-9 (Reaper) drone over the Black Sea. Following the collision, US officials called the crash "reckless." The US State Department summoned the Russian Ambassador Anatoly Antonov over the incident. Responding to Washington's claims, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov warned that the relations between the two countries are at their lowest. But lowest since when? The Black Sea collision is not the first confrontation between the two, and there have been multiple, and much worse, incidents. Below are some of the worst US-Russia confrontations in the recent past:

During the times of erstwhile Soviet Union, there have been several nuclear close calls during the Cold War, the Cuban missile crisis and many more. The downing of the U-2 spy plane piloted by Francis Gary Powers in 1960 is the most famous incident&nbsp;that&nbsp;created major embarrassment for the US.&nbsp;

Why was the US drone flying over the Black Sea?

The United States reconnaissance missions have been a regular practice over the Black Sea and the area has been heavily militarised since Russia annexed Crimea in the year 2014.&nbsp;

Why the fury over the downing of Reaper? The ongoing war in Ukraine is one reason, where the Russians for instance have capitalised on Kyiv and has caused damage worth billions of dollars.&nbsp;

US-Russia conflicts:

In February 2018, a US contingent in eastern Syria clashed with a force advancing their military base including members of Russia's private military group "Wagner."&nbsp;However, Moscow back then denied the existence of its mercenary group but also highlighted the presence of a long stand "deconfliction line" between the US and Russia.

The United States also called for air strikes and artillery on the other group, killing dozens of Wagner mercenaries and the Syrian allies. As per CNN, the battle between the two was the deadliest&nbsp;encounter between US forces and Russian fighters since the end of the Cold War in the 1990s.

Another instance was the Korean war when the US fighter pilots engaged in several aerial combats against Soviet MiGs. Washington even carried out several surveillance flights.&nbsp;

One of the declassified instances was the one that occurred in Soviet Armenia, where the downing of Flight 60528, a US C-130 on a spy mission killed 17 people.&nbsp;

The US also acknowledged that over 40 reconnaissance aircraft were shot down between 1945 and 1977 on such spy missions.&nbsp;

On Tuesday (March 14), a Russian Su-27 fighter jet forced down a United States MQ-9 (Reaper) drone over the Black Sea. Following the collision, US officials called the crash "reckless.

On Tuesday (March 14), a Russian Su-27 fighter jet forced down a United States MQ-9 (Reaper) drone over the Black Sea. Following the collision, US officials called the crash "reckless." The US State Department summoned the Russian Ambassador Anatoly Antonov over the incident. Responding to Washington's claims, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov warned that the relations between the two countries are at their lowest. But lowest since when? The Black Sea collision is not the first confrontation between the two, and there have been multiple, and much worse, incidents. Below are some of the worst US-Russia confrontations in the recent past: During the times of erstwhile Soviet Union, there have been several nuclear close calls during the Cold War, the Cuban missile crisis and many more. The downing of the U-2 spy plane piloted by Francis Gary Powers in 1960 is the most famous incident that created major embarrassment for the US. Why was the US drone flying over the Black Sea? The United States reconnaissance missions have been a regular practice over the Black Sea and the area has been heavily militarised since Russia annexed Crimea in the year 2014. Why the fury over the downing of Reaper? The ongoing war in Ukraine is one reason, where the Russians for instance have capitalised on Kyiv and has caused damage worth billions of dollars. US-Russia conflicts: In February 2018, a US contingent in eastern Syria clashed with a force advancing their military base including members of Russia's private military group "Wagner." However, Moscow back then denied the existence of its mercenary group but also highlighted the presence of a long stand "deconfliction line" between the US and Russia. The United States also called for air strikes and artillery on the other group, killing dozens of Wagner mercenaries and the Syrian allies. As per CNN, the battle between the two was the deadliest encounter between US forces and Russian fighters since the end of the Cold War in the 1990s. Another instance was the Korean war when the US fighter pilots engaged in several aerial combats against Soviet MiGs. Washington even carried out several surveillance flights. One of the declassified instances was the one that occurred in Soviet Armenia, where the downing of Flight 60528, a US C-130 on a spy mission killed 17 people. The US also acknowledged that over 40 reconnaissance aircraft were shot down between 1945 and 1977 on such spy missions.

Drone downing is latest in US-Russia confrontations. Here's a list of past faceoffs

Police clashed with protesters in Paris after the French government took the decision to force pension reforms without voting in parliament. In other news,&nbsp;As the world focuses its attention on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Moscow, as per reports, has nefarious plans to destabilise another neighbour: Moldova. Finally,&nbsp;New Zealand bans TikTok on devices with access to the country's parliamentary network&nbsp;over cybersecurity concerns.&nbsp;

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People gathered at the&nbsp;Place de la Concorde to protest against the increase in the retirement age from 62 to 64. As protests escalated, tear gas was fired by the police as they tried to disperse the crowd. Protesters were seen throwing cobblestones.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/leaked-document-reveals-russias-secret-plans-to-destabilise-neighbour-moldova-over-10-years-572807">Clandestine document reveals Russia's secret plans to destabilise neighbour Moldova over a 10 year period</a>

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This revelation has been made by the uncovering of secret plans that goes into detail about how Moldova could be destabilised. The clandestine document as per CNN was "obtained and first disclosed by a consortium of media, including VSquare and Frontstory, RISE Moldova, Expressen in Sweden, the Dossier Centre for Investigative Journalism and other outlets."&nbsp;

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In an email to Reuters, Parliamentary Service Chief Rafael Gonzalez-Montero said that the decision was taken after advice from cybersecurity experts and discussion within the government and other countries.&nbsp;

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The largest banks in the United States on Thursday moved to rescue the First Republic, easing growing fears that the regional lender may be next to fall after some recent collapses which include Silicon Valley Bank.

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Police clashed with protesters in Paris after the French government took the decision to force pension reforms without voting in parliament. In other news, As the world focuses its attention on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Moscow, as per reports, has nefarious plans to destabilise another neighbour: Moldova.

Police clashed with protesters in Paris after the French government took the decision to force pension reforms without voting in parliament. In other news, As the world focuses its attention on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Moscow, as per reports, has nefarious plans to destabilise another neighbour: Moldova. Finally, New Zealand bans TikTok on devices with access to the country's parliamentary network over cybersecurity concerns. Click on the headlines to read more: Protests escalate as Macron overrides parliament to pass pension reform in France People gathered at the Place de la Concorde to protest against the increase in the retirement age from 62 to 64. As protests escalated, tear gas was fired by the police as they tried to disperse the crowd. Protesters were seen throwing cobblestones. Clandestine document reveals Russia's secret plans to destabilise neighbour Moldova over a 10 year period This revelation has been made by the uncovering of secret plans that goes into detail about how Moldova could be destabilised. The clandestine document as per CNN was "obtained and first disclosed by a consortium of media, including VSquare and Frontstory, RISE Moldova, Expressen in Sweden, the Dossier Centre for Investigative Journalism and other outlets." After UK, New Zealand bans TikTok on govt devices linked to parliament over 'security concerns' In an email to Reuters, Parliamentary Service Chief Rafael Gonzalez-Montero said that the decision was taken after advice from cybersecurity experts and discussion within the government and other countries. Banks in turmoil LIVE | Multi-billion dollar lifelines for troubled banks ease global financial crisis fears The largest banks in the United States on Thursday moved to rescue the First Republic, easing growing fears that the regional lender may be next to fall after some recent collapses which include Silicon Valley Bank. Watch | India takes step towards Global Rupee Trade, signs Digital Currency deal with UAE

Morning news brief: N. Zealand bans Tiktok, France pension protests escalate, and more

New Zealand becomes the latest nation to ban the video-sharing Chinese app TikTok on devices with access to the country's parliamentary network&nbsp;over cybersecurity concerns. The app&nbsp;will be banned on all devices with access to the&nbsp;network by the end of March.

In an email to Reuters, Parliamentary Service Chief Rafael Gonzalez-Montero said that the decision was taken after advice from cybersecurity experts and discussions within the government and other countries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tiktok-banned-on-government-devices-in-uk-effective-immediately-572661">Also read |&nbsp;TikTok banned on government devices in UK effective immediately</a>

He said, "based on this information the Service has determined that the risks are not acceptable in the current New Zealand Parliamentary environment."

Montero added that 'special arrangements' will be made for those who require the app to do their jobs.&nbsp;

On Wednesday, Britain banned the Chinese social media app on government devices with "immediate effect." A government official said, "We're moving to a system where government devices will only be able to access third-party apps that are on a pre-approved list. We are also going to ban the use of TikTok on government devices. We will do so with immediate effect."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-administration-pressures-tiktoks-chinese-owners-to-sell-stakes-threatens-complete-ban-572563">Also read |&nbsp;Biden administration pressures TikTok's Chinese owners to sell stakes, threatens complete ban</a>

This comes as concerns have mounted globally about the potential that the Chinese government could access the user's personal data including tracking their location.

The security concerns were underscored this week after US President Joe Biden's administration demanded that TikTok's owner divest their stakes or the app could face a ban in the country.&nbsp;

Responding to such claims the app denied all spying allegations and said it believes the bans are based on "fundamental misconceptions driven wider by geopolitics" It added that it spent around $2.5 billion on data security efforts.&nbsp;

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New Zealand becomes the latest nation to ban the video-sharing Chinese app TikTok on devices with access to the country's parliamentary network over cybersecurity concerns.

New Zealand becomes the latest nation to ban the video-sharing Chinese app TikTok on devices with access to the country's parliamentary network over cybersecurity concerns. The app will be banned on all devices with access to the network by the end of March. In an email to Reuters, Parliamentary Service Chief Rafael Gonzalez-Montero said that the decision was taken after advice from cybersecurity experts and discussions within the government and other countries. Also read | TikTok banned on government devices in UK effective immediately He said, "based on this information the Service has determined that the risks are not acceptable in the current New Zealand Parliamentary environment." Montero added that 'special arrangements' will be made for those who require the app to do their jobs. On Wednesday, Britain banned the Chinese social media app on government devices with "immediate effect." A government official said, "We're moving to a system where government devices will only be able to access third-party apps that are on a pre-approved list. We are also going to ban the use of TikTok on government devices. We will do so with immediate effect." Also read | Biden administration pressures TikTok's Chinese owners to sell stakes, threatens complete ban This comes as concerns have mounted globally about the potential that the Chinese government could access the user's personal data including tracking their location. The security concerns were underscored this week after US President Joe Biden's administration demanded that TikTok's owner divest their stakes or the app could face a ban in the country. Responding to such claims the app denied all spying allegations and said it believes the bans are based on "fundamental misconceptions driven wider by geopolitics" It added that it spent around $2.5 billion on data security efforts. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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The wedding season is about to end in India&nbsp;where it is very uncommon to call off weddings.&nbsp;However, a groom in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh called off his wedding and the reason behind it will amaze you. Well if you’re wondering what was it, then let me tell you;&nbsp;the groom called off his wedding due to the bride’s poor marks in 12th standard.&nbsp;

Education indeed plays an important role&nbsp;and is one of the parameters to mark one’s success or talent.&nbsp;

The incident happened in the Kannauj district of Uttar Pradesh in the Triva Kotwali neighbourhood, where stressing the “importance of education” and “good marks,” the groom, Sonu, told the bride’s father that her poor performance is the reason why he is calling off the wedding.&nbsp;

However, contrary to this reason, the bride’s father said that the groom called off the wedding because the dowry wasn’t enough for them.&nbsp;

All of this happened while a ritual&nbsp;in which women from the groom's family were participating with the bride. After the ceremony, the groom decided to call off the marriage.&nbsp;

Following this heartbreaking decision, Soni’s father went to the local police station to file a complaint and reported his daughter’s situation. In his complaint, the father said that he had&nbsp;fixed the marriage of his daughter with one Sonu, son of Ram Shankar.&nbsp;

He added that till now, he had spent some Rs 60,000 ($763) on the wedding including a demand for a gold ring for the groom worth Rs 15,000 ($181.7). Later, the groom’s family began demanding dowry. After hearing that the bride’s father cannot afford to provide any dowry, the groom called off the wedding, stating he was dissatisfied with her results in academics.&nbsp;

The Indian police are currently assisting to help both families reach a negotiation.&nbsp;

The wedding season is about to end in India where it is very uncommon to call off weddings. However, a groom in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh called off his wedding and the reason behind it will amaze you.

The wedding season is about to end in India where it is very uncommon to call off weddings. However, a groom in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh called off his wedding and the reason behind it will amaze you. Well if you’re wondering what was it, then let me tell you; the groom called off his wedding due to the bride’s poor marks in 12th standard. Education indeed plays an important role and is one of the parameters to mark one’s success or talent. The incident happened in the Kannauj district of Uttar Pradesh in the Triva Kotwali neighbourhood, where stressing the “importance of education” and “good marks,” the groom, Sonu, told the bride’s father that her poor performance is the reason why he is calling off the wedding. However, contrary to this reason, the bride’s father said that the groom called off the wedding because the dowry wasn’t enough for them. All of this happened while a ritual in which women from the groom's family were participating with the bride. After the ceremony, the groom decided to call off the marriage. Following this heartbreaking decision, Soni’s father went to the local police station to file a complaint and reported his daughter’s situation. In his complaint, the father said that he had fixed the marriage of his daughter with one Sonu, son of Ram Shankar. He added that till now, he had spent some Rs 60,000 ($763) on the wedding including a demand for a gold ring for the groom worth Rs 15,000 ($181.7). Later, the groom’s family began demanding dowry. After hearing that the bride’s father cannot afford to provide any dowry, the groom called off the wedding, stating he was dissatisfied with her results in academics. The Indian police are currently assisting to help both families reach a negotiation.

Indian groom calls off wedding over bride’s poor 12th standard grades, here’s what happened next

Chinese tycoon Guo Wengui was arrested on Wednesday by New York Police over a billion-dollar fraud. He is also wanted in Beijing. Wengui, along with one of his business partners Je Kin Ming, is accused of money laundering, bank fraud and security fraud. As per media reports, he was handcuffed and interrogated for over an hour. Both Wengui and his partner have been accused of raising $1 billion from thousands of online followers who thought they were funding media businesses and an exclusive membership club. Now the real question is what happens next? Here's everything you need to know about the tycoon. Scroll below.&nbsp;

Who is Guo Wengui?

Guo fled China in 2014 and settled in the United States following allegations of corruption. Since then, he has been in New York where he became a vocal critic of the Chinese regime, especially on social media, where he claimed that many Chinese living in the US are actually secret agents of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).&nbsp;

He also had an alliance with Steve Bannon who was one of Trump’s aides and vocal advocates for his 2016 false claims of elections.&nbsp;

Guo, along with Bannon and others, developed ‘Gettr,’ a right-wing alternative to Twitter. The app was developed out of a Chinese-language social media network tied to Guo called ‘Getome.’

Family and net worth:

Guo was born in Shanghai, China. He is the seventh child of eight children.

He married Yue Qingzhi in 1985.&nbsp;

According to Freshers live, Guo has a net worth of $1.1 billion.&nbsp;

Accusations Guo faces:

The Chinese businessman is accused to have participated in an elaborate effort to defraud his online supporters against the Chinese government for over $1 billion.&nbsp;

Among his alleged fraudulent schemes was soliciting $262 million in investments in a cryptocurrency ecosystem called the “Himalaya Exchange.”

He was also accused of soliciting money in a private club membership programme called G|CLUBS, where he attracted some $250 million in investments.&nbsp;

What happens next?

Guo currently is in federal custody and faces up to 20 years in jail if found guilty. He pleaded not guilty on Wednesday and was ordered to be detained without bail.&nbsp;

His arrest represents a major setback for the Bannon-linked MAGA [Make America Great Again] right, with one of his funders facing a criminal indictment and having over half of a billion in assets freezed.&nbsp;

Steve Bannon recently has become one of the major right-wing players through his live stream “War Room Programme,” where he holds guests to promote his Trumpist vision of the world. It also has a song named “Take Down The CCP.”

Chinese tycoon Guo Wengui was arrested on Wednesday by New York Police over a billion-dollar fraud. He is also wanted in Beijing. Wengui, along with one of his business partners Je Kin Ming, is accused of money laundering, bank fraud and security fraud.

Chinese tycoon Guo Wengui was arrested on Wednesday by New York Police over a billion-dollar fraud. He is also wanted in Beijing. Wengui, along with one of his business partners Je Kin Ming, is accused of money laundering, bank fraud and security fraud. As per media reports, he was handcuffed and interrogated for over an hour. Both Wengui and his partner have been accused of raising $1 billion from thousands of online followers who thought they were funding media businesses and an exclusive membership club. Now the real question is what happens next? Here's everything you need to know about the tycoon. Scroll below. Who is Guo Wengui? Guo fled China in 2014 and settled in the United States following allegations of corruption. Since then, he has been in New York where he became a vocal critic of the Chinese regime, especially on social media, where he claimed that many Chinese living in the US are actually secret agents of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). He also had an alliance with Steve Bannon who was one of Trump’s aides and vocal advocates for his 2016 false claims of elections. Guo, along with Bannon and others, developed ‘Gettr,’ a right-wing alternative to Twitter. The app was developed out of a Chinese-language social media network tied to Guo called ‘Getome.’ Family and net worth: Guo was born in Shanghai, China. He is the seventh child of eight children. He married Yue Qingzhi in 1985. According to Freshers live, Guo has a net worth of $1.1 billion. Accusations Guo faces: The Chinese businessman is accused to have participated in an elaborate effort to defraud his online supporters against the Chinese government for over $1 billion. Among his alleged fraudulent schemes was soliciting $262 million in investments in a cryptocurrency ecosystem called the “Himalaya Exchange.” He was also accused of soliciting money in a private club membership programme called G|CLUBS, where he attracted some $250 million in investments. What happens next? Guo currently is in federal custody and faces up to 20 years in jail if found guilty. He pleaded not guilty on Wednesday and was ordered to be detained without bail. His arrest represents a major setback for the Bannon-linked MAGA [Make America Great Again] right, with one of his funders facing a criminal indictment and having over half of a billion in assets freezed. Steve Bannon recently has become one of the major right-wing players through his live stream “War Room Programme,” where he holds guests to promote his Trumpist vision of the world. It also has a song named “Take Down The CCP.”

Who is Guo Wengui, Steve Bannon pal arrested in US for fraud? Know about his wife, net worth, other details

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