Top 5 news of the day: 21st March



Here's a daily round up of top 5 news from India and the world:

1. 200% jump in 3 years for Indian's buying green card: There is a four fold increase in issuing EB-5 visas in the US, also known as 'cash for green card'. EB-5 program requires an investment of $1 million and creation of at least 10 jobs. 

2. Nirav Modi arrested in London, denied bail: PNB fraud accused is in police custody on India's extradition request. His bail has been denied and he will be in custody till his hearing on 29th March.

3. Social media big wigs to act against content violating poll norms: After a meeting between Election commission and IAMAI (Internet and Mobile Association of India). The social media giants have agreed to voluntary act against content that defies model code of conduct

4. Further terror attack on India will be extremely problematic - US to Pakistan: US has issued a warning to Pakistan against further escalation of terror attacks on India and told them to act against prominent terror groups. 

5. Railways to withdraw pictures of Narendra Modi: The Railways has decided to withdraw the tickets carrying photographs of PM Narendra Modi ahead of polls. This decision was taken after TMC reached out to the Election Commission complaining about the ruling party violating the Model Code of Conduct.

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