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44% of current Lok Sabha MPs face criminal charges: Report

At least 44% of the current Lok Sabha MPs, which equals 225 out of 514 analyzed, have self-declared criminal cases against them, a study by the Association of Democratic Reforms said. It was found that 5% of these MPs are billionaires with assets exceeding Rs. 100 crore. The report—which comes weeks before the general election—is based on self-sworn affidavits. Just days ago, the ADR, in a separate report, revealed that 222 bills were passed by the incumbent Lok Sabha.

Sports

India-Pakistan bilateral series Down Under? Cricket Australia voices interest

Cricket Australia, on March 27, shared the idea of hosting a bilateral series between arch-rivals India and Pakistan. As per CA's recently-announced international schedule, both India and Pakistan will visit Down Under for their respective series against hosts Australia in November this year. Notably, the two Asian rivals haven't competed in bilateral assignments in over a decade due to political issues.

Politics

Kejriwal's ED custody extended till April 1

The Rouse Revenue Court in Delhi has extended the Enforcement Directorate (ED)'s custody of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by four more days, till April 1. Kejriwal was produced in court on Thursday as his six-day custodial remand with the ED came to an end. This comes just a day after the Delhi High Court denied the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo immediate relief, stating that it would not interfere with his arrest by the ED.

Technology

Apple users facing the brunt of sophisticated phishing attacks

In a recent wave of sophisticated phishing attacks, Apple users have found themselves in the crosshairs. These complex attacks trick users into resetting their Apple ID passwords, rendering their devices inoperable until they choose either "Allow" or "Don't Allow." Alarmingly, after users decline the password reset prompts, fraudsters masquerade as Apple Support via phone calls. They even go as far as spoofing the caller ID to show the legitimate Apple customer support number.

Entertainment

Shakira's impromptu concert in Times Square garners 40,000 audience

In a thrilling surprise, Colombian singer Shakira hosted a pop-up concert in the heart of New York's Times Square. The free event, revealed just hours prior on social media, was a celebration of her latest album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran. Organizers estimated that the unexpected announcement attracted a crowd of around 40,000 fans. The pop icon expressed her gratitude on social media too.

Business

Zomato's Deepinder Goyal is married to Mexican entrepreneur Grecia Munoz

Deepinder Goyal, the CEO of Zomato, recently exchanged vows with Grecia Munoz, a former model from Mexico. As per multiple media reports, the couple reportedly tied the knot over a month ago. Some reports also claimed their wedding was held two months ago. This marks Goyal's second marriage; he was previously married to Kanchan Joshi, a fellow alumnus from IIT Delhi. He shares a daughter with her.

Miscellaneous

Royal family faces 'soap opera' allegations over lawsuit, cancer diagnosis

The British Royal Family is once again in the media spotlight due to recent developments. Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge, has been diagnosed with cancer, a situation Republic CEO Graham Smith labeled a "soap opera." In addition, Rose Hanbury, the Marchioness of Cholmondeley, has reacted to a joke made by late-night host Stephen Colbert about her having an alleged affair with Prince William, by filing a lawsuit.