New Delhi: West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose He resigned on Thursday ahead of the state assembly elections, PTI quoted Lok Bhavan officials as saying.According to the official, Bose submitted his resignation in Delhi. “I have spent enough time in the governor’s office,” Bose told PTI in an interview.Bose has been serving as the Governor of West Bengal since November 2022 after being appointed by the Centre.Meanwhile, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she was informed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah that RN Ravi will succeed Bose as West Bengal governor.Banerjee posted on The Union Home Minister has just informed me that RN Ravi will be appointed as the Governor of West Bengal. He never consulted with me in this regard, as was established practice. These actions undermine the spirit of the Indian Constitution and undermine the very foundation of our federal structure. The Center must respect the principles of cooperative federalism and avoid taking unilateral decisions that undermine democratic conventions and the dignity of the country…”
‘Because he’s Indian…’: Laura Loomer calls Kash Patel ‘Muslim’ over Austin bar shooting
A shooting outside a student bar in Austin, Texas, sparked a political debate after right-wing commentator Laura Loomer accused FBI Director Kash Patel of downplaying what she considered an act of “Islamic terrorism.”A gunman opened fire outside a Buford bar in Austin on Sunday, killing three people and injuring more than a dozen others. Police later identified the victims as Ryder Harrington (19), Savitha Shan (21) and Jorge Pederson (30).
The suspect was identified as Ndiaga Diagne. He was a naturalized U.S. citizen born in Senegal who was shot and killed by police who confronted him shortly after the attack.Federal officials said they were investigating whether the shooting had “potential terrorism ties,” including possible ties to the U.S.-Iran conflict.According to CBS News, the shooter was wearing a sweatshirt with the words “Property of Allah” printed on it. Authorities also reportedly found an Iranian flag and photos of the Iranian leader when they searched the suspect’s home.The attack came days after the United States and Israel launched an attack on Iran that reportedly killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.In a post on X, Loomer criticized Patel for not describing the attack as Islamic terrorism. “I personally believe Kash Patel is Muslim-owned. He was a lobbyist for Qatar before becoming FBI director,” she wrote.The MAGA commentator also took aim at Patel’s Indian heritage: “I think since he’s Indian he would understand how barbaric these Muslims are, but he actually refuses to speak of Islamic terrorism.”She added, “He loves Qatari money. It’s sad.”Discussing the details of the investigative report, Loomer listed several items allegedly linked to the suspect: “property of God,” “an Iranian flag shirt,” “a Quran in the car,” and “photos of the Ayatollah in the terrorist’s home.”Loomer scoffed at the FBI’s choice of words, asking: “Kash, what else do you need to see to say the motive was Islamic terrorism?” “Potential terrorism connection? Are you serious?” Loomer saidAuthorities have so far avoided drawing conclusions about the motives behind the attack.
How the attack unfolded
Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis said the gunman drove a large SUV through the bar around 2:00 a.m. local time, turned on the vehicle’s hazard lights, rolled down the windows, and shot at people standing outside.After he parked his car nearby, he reportedly got out of the car with the rifle and began walking back to the bar. Three police officers confronted him at the intersection and shot him dead, preventing further casualties in the very busy area.Texas Governor Greg Abbott said state and federal officials would continue to investigate whether the attack had any links to terrorists.
Laksha Sen reaches All England Badminton quarter-finals
New Delhi: Laksha Sen The Chinese team performed resolutely and defeated Wu Jialang to advance to the quarterfinals at the All England Badminton Open on Thursday.The Indian badminton player ranked 12th in the world won a tough round of 16 clash 21-19, 21-23, 21-10 after a fierce three-game match with long confrontation and physical confrontation. Raksha, who finished second in the 2022 tournament, showed great mental toughness to defeat an opponent who had lost all three of his previous matches.
“It was a very solid match and I think credit goes to him for the set and for coming back strong in the second set. I think I didn’t play freely towards the end of the second set and gave him too many easy shots,” Laksha said.Lakshya fell behind at the start of the match but gradually found his rhythm. With his sharp spikes and precise placement, he recovered from a 4-6 deficit and established a solid lead, locking the first game at the end of a tense game.Lakshya looked in control in the second game and even built a comfortable lead midway through. However, Wu Jialang reversed at the last minute and saved multiple match points, dragging the game into the deciding game.“But yeah, I thought I was ready again in the third set, gave it my all and was happy with my performance in the third set,” he added.“Tactically, I played the right game in both sets, and yeah, it was just the last few points where I didn’t follow the plan and just made too many simple mistakes. But again, it’s important to switch off, forget about the second set, forget about the first set, and just play the third set with the same effective game plan.”In the decider, Lakshya quickly regained control and took an early lead, dominating with strong defense and quick offense. While his rivals struggled to keep up, Lakshay was well ahead and ended the race with ease.“I feel really good on the pitch, especially the last two games, and yes, now it’s time to recover again, there’s a tough game tomorrow so only 24 hours and then give it your all,” he added.
Embassy closed, travel restricted: What to do if your U.S. visa is expiring soon
U.S. immigration experts advise the country’s non-immigrant visa holders not to travel abroad because the crisis in the Middle East and ongoing travel restrictions could cause delays that could lead to people losing their visa status or jobs. But those already stuck outside the U.S. with the deadline approaching should not sit idly by. In their weekly chat on visa issues, immigration attorneys Rahul Reddy and Emily Neumann advised such visa holders to take immediate action and apply for an extension online to stay legal. If there are no other options, H-1Bs can apply to change status to B2. Even if the application is not approved, the visa holder must present documentation proving that he or she is not in the United States illegally and apply for an extension of change of status. Reddy said people who would lose their jobs if they don’t return to the U.S. immediately and have to travel through the Middle East should talk to their human resources department. Reddy suggested that, given the war situation, USCIS should also take this into consideration. But Neumann explains that doing nothing is not the answer. Visa holders from Middle Eastern countries who must return to their home countries to renew their visa stamps but are unable to do so due to travel bans and the closure of US embassies should apply for an online B2 extension. Neumann said that given the current situation, visas are not a priority for the U.S. government and they are unlikely to make any temporary provisions for these people to travel to a third country to renew their stamps.
What is Form I-539?
Form I-539 is a request to change status in the United States. People can submit this form to change their status to a tourist or visitor (B2) in order to remain legally in the United States. But it must be done while the person has legal status in the United States, not after the current visa expires. Furthermore, only those who have not violated any existing visa terms can apply for a change of status if they can provide valid reasons.
List of countries currently suspending U.S. visa services
Pakistan: All visa appointments and consular services at the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad and consulates in Lahore and Karachi have been suspended.United Arab Emirates: Due to regional security threats, the U.S. Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the U.S. Consulate in Dubai are closed until further notice.Saudi Arabia: The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh is reportedly closed.Kuwait: The U.S. Embassy in Kuwait City has suspended all consular services, including visa interviews, until normal conditions are restored.
Sushasan, switches and survival: End of an era in Bihar as Nitish Kumar moves to Rajya Sabha
In a surprising turn of events, Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar filed his nomination for the Rajya Sabha on Thursday in Patna. The sudden move has pushed Bihar into a major political shift while ending the tenure of the state’s longest chief minister.Nitish Kumar, who has served as Bihar’s longest-tenured chief minister for more than two decades, informed of his decision to contest Rajya Sabha elections via social media post.
“I seek to become a member of the Rajya Sabha in the elections being held this time. I want to assure you with complete honesty that my relationship with you will continue in the future as well, and my resolve to work together with you to build a developed Bihar will remain steadfast. The new government that will be formed will have my full cooperation and guidance,” the 75-year-old politician wrote on X.
For nearly two decades, Nitish has been in power in Bihar through coalitions. And one of the most intriguing paradoxes of Nitish’s long political career is that he governed Bihar for longer than any of his predecessors despite never leading a party that secured an outright majority in the state assembly.
His party, the Janata Dal (United), consistently relied on alliances with larger or equally powerful partners to remain in government.This unusual political equation made Nitish Kumar a master negotiator.Power in Bihar during his tenure depended not merely on electoral strength but on the ability to stitch together coalitions across caste blocs and ideological divides. Nitish Kumar excelled at precisely that. His ability to maintain political relevance even as the relative strength of his party fluctuated turned him into one of the most skilled negotiator of Indian politics.Supporters often describe this as evidence of his political acumen. Critics, however, argue that his survival depended more on opportunistic alliances than on a stable electoral mandate.Within the JD(U), the reaction to his decision has been one of disbelief.
Senior party leader and Bihar’s social welfare minister Madan Sahni publicly questioned whether the move truly reflected Nitish Kumar’s personal choice. “We are stunned to see whatever is happening. It is hard to believe that this could have been Nitish Kumar’s own decision,” news agency PTI quoted Sahni as saying.According to Sahni, Nitish Kumar had long expressed a desire to serve in all three legislative arenas of the democracy: the state assembly, the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. His move to the Upper House, therefore, was being presented as the fulfilment of that ambition.But for many within the JD(U), the transition felt less like a voluntary decision and more like the end of an era forced by changing political realities.Outside the party office in Patna, JD(U) workers gathered in anger and disbelief. Police were deployed to prevent supporters from marching toward the chief minister’s residence.Some refused to believe that the leader they had followed for decades would step down so abruptly.For years, even political rivals acknowledged Nitish Kumar’s stature. The late Sushil Kumar Modi, one of the BJP’s most prominent leaders in Bihar, had once described him as “prime minister material.”To many supporters, therefore, his exit from the chief minister’s office feels like a fall from a position once seen as nationally significant.Opposition leaders, however, see the moment differently.Tejashwi Yadav, leader of the opposition and son of Lalu Prasad Yadav, argued that Nitish Kumar’s predicament was the result of his own political decisions.“The BJP has done a Maharashtra in Bihar,” Tejashwi said, referring to controversial power shifts seen in other states. “But Nitish Kumar has only himself to blame. While in alliance, we supported him as chief minister despite having more MLAs, but he chose to walk away on two occasions.”
Entry into politics
Nitish Kumar was born on March 1, 1951, in Bakhtiarpur in Bihar’s Patna district. His father, Ram Lakhan Singh, was an Ayurvedic practitioner and a freedom fighter who had been associated with the Congress during the independence movement.He studied electrical engineering at the Bihar College of Engineering in Patna, now known as the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Patna. He briefly worked at the Bihar State Electricity Board before turning to politics.Nitish Kumar’s political identity was forged in the turbulence of the 1970s and 1980s.Like many leaders of his generation, he emerged from the socialist movement led by Jayaprakash Narayan during the anti-Emergency agitation. The movement produced a generation of politicians who would dominate north Indian politics for decades.Among them were Nitish Kumar and Lalu Prasad Yadav. Both leaders rose within the same political tradition. Both belonged to backward caste communities empowered by the Mandal revolution of the 1990s.Yet their political styles could not have been more different.
Lalu thrived on mass mobilisation, humour and confrontational politics. Nitish preferred administrative detail, negotiation and strategic positioning.The divergence became clearer as Lalu Prasad Yadav consolidated power in Bihar after becoming chief minister in 1990, following the implementation of the Mandal Commission recommendations by Prime Minister VP Singh.Lalu’s arrest of Lal Krishna Advani during the 1990 Ram Rath Yatra cemented his reputation as a defender of secular politics and a champion of backward caste empowerment.But as Lalu’s popularity grew, Nitish Kumar grew increasingly uneasy with what he saw as the concentration of power within one leader’s personality.In 1995, he finally broke away from the Janata Dal.The split marked the beginning of a long political rivalry that would define Bihar politics for decades.
Experimentation before BJP alliance
After leaving the Janata Dal, Nitish Kumar experimented with several political strategies in his quest to build an alternative to Lalu Prasad Yadav.Along with socialist leader George Fernandes, he founded the Samata Party.In his search for allies, Nitish Kumar briefly explored cooperation with the radical left-wing party CPI(ML) Liberation, which was then an emerging political force in parts of Bihar.The experiment reflected Kumar’s ideological roots in socialist politics. But the attempt soon revealed the limits of ideological alliances in a state where electoral arithmetic was dominated by caste coalitions.
Nitish Kumar eventually concluded that defeating Lalu Prasad Yadav required a broader political alliance.That calculation led him toward the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). In 1996, he contested the Lok Sabha elections as part of an alliance with the BJP.
The creation of JD(U)
One of Nitish Kumar’s most consequential political moves came when he persuaded veteran socialist leader Sharad Yadav to unite their factions.The merger created the Janata Dal (United).The new party became the central pillar of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance in Bihar. At the time, the BJP recognised that its own social base in Bihar remained limited. It was widely perceived as a party dominated by upper castes.Nitish Kumar, by contrast, came from the Kurmi community and had credibility among backward caste voters. As a result, the BJP agreed to allow the JD(U) to contest more seats than the BJP itself in the assembly elections of 2005.The strategy proved decisive.After a fractured verdict earlier that year, a fresh election in November 2005 delivered a comfortable victory for the NDA. Nitish Kumar finally became the chief minister.
The longest-serving CM
Over the course of his political career, Nitish Kumar became the longest-serving chief minister in Bihar’s history, holding the office for more than two decades across multiple terms.Kumar first assumed office as chief minister briefly in March 2000, though that government lasted only a week after he failed to prove a majority in the assembly. His enduring tenure began in November 2005, when the alliance between the Janata Dal (United) and the Bharatiya Janata Party secured a clear mandate in the assembly elections.From then on, Kumar remained the central figure in Bihar politics, returning to the chief minister’s office multiple times through changing alliances and political realignments. His long tenure spanned dramatically different political phases — from the early push to restore law and order after the 1990s to the later years of coalition bargaining and shifting alliances.Last year in November, Nitish finally took oath as chief minister of Bihar for a record-extending tenth time.
‘Paltu Ram’: Flip-flops that defined Nitish’s career
If governance made Nitish Kumar a respected administrator, his shifting alliances made him one of the most controversial political figures.His first major break with the BJP came in 2013, when Narendra Modi was elevated within the party and widely expected to become its prime ministerial candidate. Nitish Kumar ended his party’s 17-year alliance with the BJP, arguing that the country required inclusive leadership.But the decision proved politically costly.In the 2014 Lok Sabha elections, the JD(U) suffered a humiliating defeat, winning only two seats in Bihar.Accepting responsibility, Nitish Kumar resigned as chief minister, taking “moral responsibility” for the party’s performance.Yet his political instincts soon resurfaced.Within months, he regained power after installing Jitan Ram Manjhi as chief minister and later replacing him with the support of his former rival Lalu Prasad Yadav.The alliance between the two leaders culminated in the 2015 Mahagathbandhan victory, one of the BJP’s most significant electoral defeats in the Modi era.
But the partnership collapsed in 2017, when Nitish Kumar once again switched sides and returned to the BJP-led NDA.Another shift followed in 2022, when he broke away from the BJP again, only to return to the alliance once more in 2024.The repeated realignments earned him a nickname that became inseparable from his public image: “Paltu Ram.”These flip-flops became one of the defining features of Nitish Kumar’s career.
The ‘Sushasan Babu’ of Bihar
Despite political controversies and shifting alliances, Nitish Kumar built a reputation for governance that earned him the popular nickname ‘Sushasan Babu’, or the man of good governance.When he first assumed office as chief minister in 2005, Bihar faced widespread criticism for poor infrastructure, weak law and order and sluggish economic growth.Nitish’s government focused on improving policing, speeding up criminal trials and expanding road and bridge construction across the state.His administration also launched several social welfare initiatives, including the Mukhyamantri Balika Cycle Yojana, which provided bicycles to schoolgirls to encourage education. The scheme significantly increased enrolment of girls in secondary schools and became one of the most widely cited symbols of his governance model.Other measures included reservations for women in local bodies and government jobs, as well as welfare programmes targeting extremely backward classes and Mahadalits.The masterstroke came after his government banned liquor in the state. The women voters, since then, have rallied behind Nitish making his party a winner every election.These initiatives also helped change Bihar’s governance narrative and restore a sense of administrative stability after years of turmoil and violence.
A CM who rarely fought assembly elections
Another distinctive aspect of Nitish Kumar’s political career has been his repeated use of the Legislative Council route to remain chief minister.After becoming CM in November 2005, Kumar did not contest an assembly election immediately. Instead, he entered the Bihar Legislative Council as a Member of the Legislative Council (MLC), the upper house of the state legislature, allowing him to continue in office without being elected to the assembly.He followed a similar route during subsequent terms, often choosing to remain an MLC rather than contest assembly polls directly. Under the Constitution, a person who is not a member of the legislature can serve as chief minister for six months, within which they must secure membership in either the assembly or the council.Kumar repeatedly used this provision by getting elected or nominated to the Legislative Council, ensuring continuity in office while avoiding the need to contest constituency-level elections.Although he did contest the 2015 Bihar assembly election from the Harnaut seat, winning comfortably, much of his time as chief minister was spent as a member of the legislative council.Supporters say this reflected his role as a statewide leader focused on governance rather than constituency politics. Critics, however, argued that the MLC route allowed him to remain in power while largely avoiding direct electoral contests in the assembly.
The dynasty question
For years, Nitish Kumar distinguished himself from many politicians by criticising “parivaarvaad”, or dynasty politics.He often argued that political leadership should emerge from public service rather than family inheritance.But as his son Nishant Kumar, now in his late forties, prepares to enter public life, that position may face its toughest test. If Nishant formally enters politics, Nitish Kumar could confront the same criticism he once directed at rival leaders.What remains undisputed, however, is his extraordinary ability to remain at the centre of Bihar’s politics for more than three decades.
Who is Tim Shea? Republican senators help officials remove former Navy SEAL Brian McInnis from Senate hearing after disruption
Republican Senator Tim Shea was embroiled in a confrontation during a U.S. Senate hearing on the war with Iran. Video of the incident showed the senator helping police forcefully remove an anti-war protester who disrupted proceedings with his apparent anti-Israel and anti-war stance.The incident occurred during a hearing in Washington on Wednesday. One protester stood up and began chanting against U.S. military action related to the conflict with Iran. He repeatedly shouted not to drag Americans into the war, shouting: “No one wants to fight for Israel!”Capitol Police took away the man, later identified as Brian McGinnis. McGinnis is a Marine Corps veteran and the Green Party candidate running for a North Carolina Senate seat.As police struggled to escort him from the room, Sheehy stepped in to assist. Viral video shows the senator grabbing the protester’s legs while police tried to pull him away from the doorway he was holding on to.During the struggle, McGinnis’ hand got caught in the door frame and multiple men pulled him out of the room. Witnesses in the room reportedly shouted in panic. McGinnis later said his arm was broken during the altercation.Capitol Police said protesters resisted officers and created a dangerous situation. Three police officers and McInnes were treated for injuries following the scuffle. Authorities later arrested him and charged him with multiple crimes, including assaulting a police officer, resisting arrest and unlawful demonstration.After the incident, Sheehy defended his actions, saying he intervened to help police deal with the disruption. He said in a statement on social media that police were trying to disperse “an unhinged protester” who was fighting back, adding that he decided to help “de-escalate the situation.”The confrontation went viral on social media, prompting strong reactions from supporters and critics alike.Shea, a former Navy SEAL who served in Afghanistan, is one of the new members of the Senate. He was elected as a Montana representative after winning the 2024 election and currently serves as a member of the Armed Services Committee that oversees U.S. military policy.
Hijab Lady Mystery: Unidentified Woman Linked to John F. Kennedy Assassination World News
On November 22, 1963, the world was shocked to see President John F. Kennedy shot and killed while riding in a motorcade in Dallas, Texas. The tragic events at Dealey Plaza became one of the most investigated moments in modern history. Many photographs and amateur films document the seconds before and after the shooting. Among the crowd that day was an unidentified woman who came to be known as the “Hijab Lady.”She stood near the presidential motorcade, holding a camera and appearing to record the event. What was unusual about her was that she remained calm despite the chaos around her. For decades, historians, investigators and researchers have tried to identify her and find footage she may have taken. However her identity and possible footage remain unknown. This makes the “hooded lady” one of the most enduring mysteries related to the JFK assassination.
Who is the hijab lady?
The term “hooded lady” refers to an unknown woman who was in Dallas in 1963 when President John F. Kennedy was murdered. She got this name because she wore a scarf on her head, which was the hairstyle of ancient Russian women in the past. The word “babushka” means grandmother or older woman in Russian.Witnesses and video showed the woman standing in Dealey Plaza as the motorcade moved. Several photos appear to show her holding a camera and pointing it at the presidential limousine. This detail led investigators to believe she may have recorded the assassination or the moments leading up to it. Despite the moment, the woman never came forward to identify herself.
Where she appeared during the assassination of John F. Kennedy
Researchers studying the assassination discovered the identity of the hijab woman in several famous movies and photos taken that day. According to historical records, she appeared in several scenes recorded at Dealey Plaza. These include films by Zapruder, as well as films by Orville Nix, Mary Marchmore and Mark Bell.She was reportedly standing on the grass between Elm Street and Main Street near the Dallas County Government Building. From this spot, she had a clear view of the presidential motorcade moving through the square. One strange thing investigators discovered was that the woman still had the camera even after the shooting. Although many people around her ducked or ran away, she remained standing and seemed to continue filming.After the shooting, she was seen walking across Elm Street toward a crowd near a grassy knoll. She then left the area and was never seen again.
Why investigators are interested in her video
There has been interest for decades in possible footage of women in headscarves. If she was actually photographing the convoy, her camera would probably capture the photos from different angles that other cameras wouldn’t be able to capture.Investigators believe her film may show more of what happened during the assassination. Because she was standing relatively close to the road, the camera may have recorded the convoy and the surrounding situation at a critical moment.However, investigators never found any films related to Ms. Babushka, according to records from the House Select Committee on Assassinations. The committee reported that it was unable to find any video she may have recorded during its investigation. Without footage or the woman’s identity, potential evidence remains unavailable.
this Beverly Oliver claim
In 1970, a woman named Beverly Oliver claimed to be the Babushka Lady. She told researchers she filmed the assassination with a movie camera and later gave the undeveloped film to a man claiming to be an FBI agent. According to media reports, the film was taken away for investigation but never returned.Years later, Oliver repeated this claim in interviews and documentaries about the assassination. She said she was standing about 20 to 30 feet away from the presidential limousine when the shooting occurred.But many researchers and investigators are unsure about her story. One big problem was that the Yashica Super 8 camera she was talking about didn’t come out until 1969, a few years after the assassination. This cast doubt on whether her story was true.Because of these differences, historians believe this statement is incorrect.
Why the mystery remains unsolved
Even after years of research, the identity of the hijab woman has never been confirmed. There are many reasons why this mystery has persisted for so long.First, the murder occurred in a busy public place and was witnessed by hundreds of people. After the shooting, many people quickly left the area, making it difficult for police to locate everyone present.Secondly, even if the hijab woman did record any video, it was never released. Without this evidence, investigators can’t learn more about who she was or what she might have filmed.In the end, no identified witnesses came forward to say they knew who she was. Over the years, researchers have examined photos and videos from Dealey Plaza in an attempt to identify her, but those efforts have yielded no confirmed answers.
A mystery that continues to fascinate historians
The assassination of President John F. Kennedy remains one of the most studied events in modern history. There are still many questions that need to be answered about this day, but the story of the hijab woman is one of the most compelling.Photos and video show a woman calmly recording the convoy during one of the most dramatic moments in American history. But no one knew who she was or what movies she might have been in.Historians and researchers can learn from hijab women that even with cameras and witnesses present, some details can still be missed. Even decades after the Dealey Plaza tragedy, people are still curious about who she was and what she might have photographed.
TechGig Announces She Builds the Future 2026: A high-impact leadership program redefining the technology landscape
New Delhi: March 5, 2026 – TechGig, India’s largest community of over 5.6 million developers and technology enthusiasts, today announced its flagship International Women’s Day initiative: “She Builds the Future: Power, Presence and Progress.”The two-day virtual leadership summit, scheduled for March 7-8, 2026, goes beyond a symbolic celebration to address the urgent need for a strong pipeline of leadership talent in a rapidly evolving global economy.As artificial intelligence, automation, and hybrid work models redefine the corporate world, TechGig’s programs focus on the practical mechanics of leadership. The event brought together a line-up of female leaders from global giants such as Fiserv, Wipro, Siemens, Wells Fargo and OpenText to discuss scaling high-performing teams and driving measurable business results.“Leadership today is no longer defined solely by hierarchy; it is characterized by influence, visibility and measurable progress,”Shalini Tewari, Head of TechGig and COO of CoolBoots Media. “The ‘She Builds the Future’ concept is designed to focus on the next generation of leaders who are shortening product cycles and having distributed teams that are visionary and resilient.”Two-day roadmap (March 7-8)Hosted through the Airmeet platform, the program includes three core sessions designed for engineering leaders, HR professionals and aspiring executives:
- Opening Panel (March 7, 12:00 PM IST): Join leaders from Fiserv, Nucleus Software, Wipro, Siemens and GlobalLogic to explore progress and gaps in engineering, data and business excellence.
- Cross Talk (March 8, 11:30 AM IST): An intimate conversation with senior leaders from OpenText and C5i about executive presence and cross-functional influence.
- Closing Panel (March 8, 4:00 PM IST): Join experts from Wells Fargo, Société Générale GSC, Epsilon India and CoolBoots Media for a forward-thinking session on building a future-ready organization.
To continue the momentum throughout Women’s Day, TechGig is hosting an exclusive podcast session on March 16, 2026 hosted by Harnidh Kaur. The session, titled “Building AI-ready, future-ready careers: Why women must lead the AI revolution,” will provide an in-depth look at how women can place themselves at the forefront of the transformation of AI technology.Why it matters in 2026With the tech ecosystem evolving faster than ever, She Builds the Future focuses on three key pillars:
- Power: strategic influence and decision-making authority.
- Presence: Trustworthiness and visibility in high-stakes environments.
- Progress: Building a culture that promotes sustainable, long-term growth.
Registration and participationRegistration for the summit and subsequent sessions is now open to engineering leaders, HR professionals and stakeholders across the enterprise ecosystem.To register, please visit: https://www.techgig.com/she-builds-the-future-2026
Ex-Marine’s anti-Iran war protest sparks conflict: Did Sen. Tim Shea break Brian McInnis’ arm?
A former Marine was forcibly removed from a Senate hearing and three police officers were injured as scuffles broke out at the U.S. Capitol as he protested the war with Iran.As protester Brian McInnis was dragged from the Senate floor, a loud “pop” was heard after Tim Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL and Republican member of the Armed Services Committee, joined others in ejecting him. Multiple videos show McGinnis standing up and starting yelling during a Senate military hearing before police immediately grabbed him and tried to remove him from the room. McGinnis protested U.S. military action in Iran, shouting: “The United States does not want its sons and daughters to fight for Israel!”Officers pulled McGinnis toward the exit, but McGinnis violently resisted and grabbed hold of the door in an attempt to pull him out. Montana Sen. Sheehy ran to help, pulling the protester’s arm away from the door while other protesters yelled that McInnis’ hand was stuck.
Did the protester have a broken arm?
Capitol Police said in a statement that McInnis was arrested and faces three counts of assaulting a police officer, three counts of resisting arrest and unlawful demonstration.“This afternoon, an unruly man began an unlawful protest at a hearing and violently resisted and resisted attempts by our officers to remove him from the room, putting everyone at risk,” Capitol Police said in a statement.Capitol Police said McInnis “resisted our officers by trapping his arm in the door and forced his way back into the hearing room,” adding that he was being treated for his injuries.
What did Tim Sheehy say?
Shea issued a statement on social media saying he was working to de-escalate the situation.“This gentleman came to the Capitol looking for confrontation, and he got it,” Shea said. “I hope he gets the help he needs without causing further violence.”A video posted to an X account named Brian McGinnis appeared to show the same man standing outside the Capitol ahead of Wednesday morning’s hearing. The account’s description calls him a “Green Party candidate for U.S. Senate.”He said in the video that he was “in Washington trying to speak out against the Senate” and asking them to take the country into war.“Anyone who feels let down and betrayed by our government, you are not alone,” he said in the video.
Nothing Phone 4a and 4a Pro launched: Glyph Bar, new design, and better cameras
After a rather complicated outing No phone 3new phone form without any recovery No phone 4a Nothing Phone 4a Pro is the successor to last year’s critically acclaimed Nothing Phone 3a and Nothing Phone 3a Pro. Both phones come with polished internals, and the Pro model’s camera setup is a notch above similar phones.
Here are the key details including India price, availability and more information about Nothing Phone 4a and Nothing Phone 4a Pro.
Nothing Phone 4a and Nothing Phone 4a Pro price and availability in India
The price of Nothing Phone 4a has increased compared to Phone 3a and will be released in $31,999 for 8+128GB model. you will pay $34,999 for the 8+256GB model, $37,999 for 12+256GB model.
As for the Nothing Phone 4a Pro, its price has also gone up, and it’s going to go up $39,999 for 8+128GB model, $42,999 for the 8+256GB model, $45,999 for 12+256GB model.
The 4a will be available in black, white, blue, and pink, while the 4a Pro will be available in black, silver, and pink. Nothing also comes with bank offers where you can take advantage of bank discounts $4a and below 3,000 $Some partner banks have 4,000 on the 4a Pro. There are also Gundam redemption rewards $Phone 4a and below 4,000 $1,000 for Phone 4a Pro.
Both Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro come with free EMI for up to 9 months and 12 months. There are also credit card EMI discounts $4,000 on Nothing Phone 4a $5,000 for Nothing Phone 4a Pro.
As for the availability, the phone will go on sale in India from March 13 and will be available through Flipkart, Reliance Digital, Vijay Sales, Croma, and other retail stores. You can also buy the Nothing Phone 4a on March 7 at 6 pm IST at the Nothing store in Bengaluru, which opened last month in February. If you’re one of the first 100 customers, you’ll get a Nothing Phone 4a replica, plus free Nothing Ear A earbuds or CMF Buds 2 Plus $999.
Nothing Phone 4a, 4a Pro: Specs
Let’s start with the display. Nothing Phone 4a Pro features a 6.83-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1.5K and a refresh rate of 144Hz. There’s no doubt that this display has the narrowest bezels on a Nothing phone, measuring 1.85mm on all sides. Peak brightness is 5000 nits. The display also comes with Gorilla Glass 7i protection.
The Phone 4a, on the other hand, features a 6.78-inch panel with a 1.5K resolution, a peak brightness of 4,500 nits, and a 120Hz refresh rate. It’s also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
In terms of chipset, Phone 4a Pro is powered by Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset paired with up to 12GB LPDDR5X RAM and up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. There is nothing to indicate that BGMI will run at 120Hz and PUBG will run at 90Hz. Phone 4a is powered by Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 with LPDDR4X RAM and up to 12GB and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. It can also run BGMI at 120Hz and PUBG at 90Hz.
In terms of battery, both Phone 4a models are equipped with a 5400mAh battery, which is said to provide 17 hours of mixed use. It supports 50W fast charging, which is said to charge the battery to 60% in 30 minutes. There is nothing to suggest that a battery will retain 90% of its capacity after 1200 charge cycles.
As for optics, the Phone 4a Pro comes with a Sony LYT700C main camera, which is a 50MP shooting camera. For telephoto, you have a 50MP 3.5x OIS camera that offers 140x ultra-zoom, which Nothing says is the longest zoom on a Nothing phone. The ultra-wide angle is an 8MP shooter. For selfies, you can use the 32MP front camera. 4a is equipped with a 50MP OIS main camera, a 50MP 3.5x telephoto lens, an 8MP Sony ultra-wide-angle camera, and a 32MP wide-angle selfie camera.
Design-wise, the Phone 4a is similar to last year’s Phone 3a, but with some meaningful changes, especially in the new Glyph bar. It replaces the Glyph light and features 63 mini LEDs and 7 square light zones. This is significantly different from the Phone 4a Pro’s glyph matrix, which is similar to the Nothing Phone 3.
Coming to the software, both phones run Nothing OS 4.1 based on Android 16, and both phones are guaranteed three years of Android updates and six years of security patches.