March 30 News Roundup | India's Kidambi Srikanth victorious, Pakistan's Twitter blocked & more
From Pakistan Government's Twitter account getting blocked for viewing in India to Indian Boxer Mandeep Jangra signed up by American Boxing legend, read on to know more about the latest trending news updates in our March 30 news roundup.
Spouses of H-1B visa holders can work in US, says judge
A United States judge has clarified that spouses of H-1B visa holders in the USA can work in the country. This announcement comes as a welcome relief for foreigners working in the US tech sector, a significant majority of whom are Indian nationals.
India's Kidambi Srikanth reaches quarter-finals of Madrid Masters
Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth defeated compatriot B Sai Praneeth to reach the quarter-finals of Madrid Masters Badminton. Srikanth will now play Japan's Kenta Nishimoto on Friday, March 31 for a spot in the semi-finals.
Mandeep Jangra becomes first Indian to be signed by legendary boxer Roy Jones Jr
India's Commonwealth Games silver medalist Mandeep Jangra has been signed by Roy Jones Jr, becoming the first Indian boxer to receive such recognition. The Legendary boxer has signed Jangra to fight in the professional circuit in the USA for a period of 3 years.
Twitter blocks Pakistan government's account for viewing in India
Pakistan government's Twitter account has been blocked for viewing in India, according to a new notice issued by the micro-blogging platform. The said step has been taken in response to a legal demand and no comments have yet been received by either the Indian or Pakistan governments on the issue.
140th International Olympic Committee session to be held in October in Mumbai
Mumbai will host the 140th annual session of the International Olympic Committee in the October of this year. The committee has also asked the Indian Olympic Association to choose a Chief Executive Officer as early as possible.
Taiwan prez begins US visit despite Chinese threats
Despite China's warnings against the meetings, Taiwan President Tsai Ing-Wen has arrived in New York for her visit to USA and Central America. Regarding the visit, The White House has called on China to 'not use this visit as a pretext' to mount aggression on Taiwan.
Khelo India's Women Hockey underway in Lucknow
Khelo India Women's Hockey Under-21 League is underway in Lucknow's Padma Shri Mohd. Shahid Hockey Stadium, that kicked off on Wednesday, March 29. Top women teams from across the country in the age group are participating in this prestigious league.
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