Top 5 news of the day: 23rd March



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

1. Jet Airways suspends services to 13 international routes: The cash strapped airlines has grounded 7 more planes and has suspended operations to 13 destinations until April end. They have also reduced the frequencies to other routes. 

2. Karnataka government bans Ola cabs for 6 months: In an unfortunate development for Ola, the government has banned their license for 6 months. This has come in the aftermath of Ola running unlicensed bike taxis without government permission. 

3. Pak PM tweets that he received a message from PM Modi: Pak PM's tweet comes on the day government of India boycotted Pak's national day event to be held in New Delhi. Indian High Commissioner in Islamabad also boycotted the event. Imran Khan said that Modi sent him a message, giving his best wishes to the people of Pakistan.

4. President Donald Trump ready to meet new Pak PM: This comes as much surprise after US's tough stance of Pak against terror. During a press interaction Trump said "Pakistan - we'll be meeting with Pakistan. I think our relationship right now is very good with Pakistan,"

5. Desi Bofors now to be a part of Indian army: Dhanush or calibre artillery gun, also known as desi bofors will be added to Indian army's arsenal by 26th March. More will be added by year end. These guns will be deployed on China and Pakistan frontiers. These guns have a better range and are easy to be taken to higher altitudes. 

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