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Donald Trump deports suspected Venezuelan gang members despite US court order blocking flights

Over 200 Venezuelans were deported to El Salvador despite a court order. The Trump administration justifies the move under the Alien Enemies Act.

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The Donald Trump administration has deported over 200 Venezuelan nationals to a high-security prison in El Salvador, despite a US federal judge’s order blocking the move. Another aircraft carrying deportees was reportedly en route to Honduras when the ruling was issued.

The deportations are part of the administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration, invoking the 1798 Alien Enemies Act—a wartime measure allowing the removal of individuals suspected of posing a threat to the US without a court hearing.

Flights continue despite court intervention

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and Democracy Forward had sued the administration to halt deportations under the act, particularly regarding five Venezuelan men detained in Texas. US District Judge James E. Boasberg issued an order against the removals, but since it was not a formal written order, flights carrying deportees were not recalled.

The White House, which has designated the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua as a terrorist organization, has arranged to detain around 300 suspected gang members in El Salvador under a $6 millon deal.

White House denies defying court order

Responding to allegations of defying judicial authority, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the deportations, stating:

“The administration did not ‘refuse to comply’ with a court order. The order, which had no lawful basis, was issued after terrorist TdA aliens had already been removed from US territory.”

She further argued that a single judge cannot dictate the movement of deported individuals after their physical expulsion from US soil.

International reactions and political response

Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele reacted to the ruling with a mocking post on social media platform X, stating, “Oopsie…Too late.”

Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who negotiated the deal with El Salvador, wrote:

“We sent over 250 alien enemy members of Tren de Aragua, which El Salvador has agreed to hold in their very good jails at a fair price that will also save our taxpayer dollars.”

The Venezuelan government condemned the deportation policy, comparing it to historical human rights abuses, including slavery and Nazi concentration camps.

Legal implications and future deportations

The Department of Justice has appealed Judge Boasberg’s order blocking further deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. However, the administration stated it would pause additional deportations under the measure unless the ruling is overturned.

This rare invocation of the Alien Enemies Act—previously used only three times in US history—has sparked intense debate over its constitutionality and potential implications for immigration policy in the US.

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IIT JAM 2025 results declared, admissions to begin from March 26

IIT Delhi has declared the IIT JAM 2025 results. Qualified candidates can download their scorecards from March 24 to July 31. Admissions begin on March 26.

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The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has announced the results of the Joint Admissions Test for M.Sc. (JAM) 2025 on March 18. Candidates who appeared for the exam can check their scorecards by visiting the official website jam2025.iitd.ac.in.

To access their results, students must use their enrollment ID, email ID, and password, followed by solving a Captcha code. According to the official notice, qualified candidates can download their scorecards between March 24 and July 31. The scorecard will also display the All India Rank (AIR) of each candidate.

Steps to check IIT JAM 2025 results

Visit the IIT JAM 2025 official website

Click on the ‘JAM 2025 result declared’ link

Open the JOAPS portal

Enter Enrollment ID / Email ID and password

Solve the arithmetic expression and enter the result

Click on ‘Submit’

View and download the scorecard

Admission process and important dates

The admission process for IIT JAM 2025 will begin on March 26, 2025, through the JOAPS portal. Candidates can submit their applications until April 9, 2025.

The list of candidates in the invalid category will be published on May 8, 2025.

The first admission list will be released on May 26, 2025, and selected candidates must pay the seat booking fee by May 30.

The withdrawal option will be available from June 7 to July 7, 2025.

A maximum of four admission rounds will be conducted to fill the available seats.

IIT JAM 2025: Exam overview and seat availability

IIT JAM scores are used for admission to various postgraduate programs, including: M.Sc, M.Sc. (Tech), M.S. (Research), M.Sc.-M.Tech. Dual Degree, Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D, M.Sc.-Ph.D. Dual Degree

Over 2,000 seats will be allotted based on JAM 2025 scores. The examination was conducted across 100 cities in India and covered seven specializations including Biotechnology, Chemistry, Economics, Geology, Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics and Physics.

A merit list will be prepared for each test paper, depending on the available seats in each category.

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PM Modi invites Sunita Williams to visit India as astronaut departs ISS after 9 months

Their Dragon capsule is expected to travel through space, re-enter Earth’s atmosphere, and splash down off the Florida coast around 6 p.m. local time.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has penned a heartfelt letter to NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, extending an invitation for her to visit India as she and fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore finally departed the International Space Station (ISS) aboard a SpaceX capsule on Tuesday after being in orbit for nine months.

In the letter, shared by Union Minister Jitendra Singh on X, Modi expressed the nation’s pride and prayers for Williams’ safe return. “Even though you are thousands of miles away, you remain close to our hearts. The people of India are praying for your good health and the success of your mission,” the Prime Minister wrote.

Modi also fondly recalled his meeting with Williams and her late father, Deepak Pandya, during his 2016 visit to the United States. “Ms. Bonnie Pandya must be eagerly awaiting your return, and I am sure Late Deepakbhai’s blessings are with you. After your return, we look forward to welcoming you to India. It will be an honour for the nation to host one of its most illustrious daughters,” he added.

Williams and Wilmore, along with two other crew members, undocked from the ISS at 1:05 a.m. New York time on Tuesday. Their Dragon capsule is expected to travel through space, re-enter Earth’s atmosphere, and splash down off the Florida coast around 6 p.m. local time.

In his letter, Modi highlighted how 1.4 billion Indians celebrate Williams’ perseverance and contributions to space exploration. He mentioned that during his meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump and former President Joe Biden, he had inquired about her well-being, reflecting India’s deep admiration for her achievements.

Sunita Williams, whose father Deepak Pandya was born in Jhulasan, a small village in Gujarat, before moving to the United States, has always maintained a strong connection to her Indian roots. Though she grew up in America, her Indian heritage has been a significant part of her identity, influencing her values and experiences.

Williams has often spoken warmly about her cultural ties to India. During one of her space missions, she carried a copy of the Bhagavad Gita, an idol of Lord Ganesha, and sacred Ganga Jal—a touching tribute to her heritage.

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Pakistani woman Seema Haider, who entered India illegally, welcomes baby girl, couple invites name suggestions

Seema Haider, who entered India from Pakistan illegally in 2023, has given birth to a baby girl in Greater Noida. The couple invites public suggestions for their daughter’s name.

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Seema Haider, the Pakistani woman who crossed borders to be with her Indian lover Sachin Meena, has given birth to a baby girl. The child was born at 4 am on Tuesday at Krishna Hospital in Greater Noida. According to her lawyer AP Singh, both mother and newborn are in good health.

“For those who love Seema and Sachin, this is a moment of celebration,” Mr. Singh stated. “Today is a joyful occasion for the entire country and the world. A daughter has been born, and both mother and child are in perfect health. All medical reports are normal, and everything is fine,” he added.

Public invited to name the newborn

The couple has taken an unusual step by inviting the public to suggest a name for their daughter. “We request people from across the country and the world to suggest a name for Seema and Sachin’s daughter. We encourage social media users to send in their name suggestions based on Indian traditions. The name with the most votes will be chosen,” the lawyer said.

Seema Haider’s controversial entry into India

Seema Haider, originally from Sindh, Pakistan, made headlines in 2023 when she illegally entered India via Nepal to be with Sachin Meena, whom she met online while playing PUBG. She left behind her first husband, Ghulam Haider, and brought along her four children to settle in Greater Noida with Sachin.

However, her entry into India led to legal troubles. Both Seema and Sachin were arrested in July 2023 but were later released on bail. Seema converted to Hinduism and married Sachin, after which they began their legal battle for her right to stay in India.

Ghulam Haider’s repeated pleas for her return

Meanwhile, back in Pakistan, Seema’s first husband, Ghulam Haider, has repeatedly appealed for her return, claiming she was misled and taken away from him. He had urged the Indian government to deport her, insisting she remained his legal wife and that their children should be raised in Pakistan.

However, Seema Haider remains firm on her decision. “I would rather die than return or leave Sachin. I request the Indian government to grant me citizenship,” she had previously stated.

For now, Seema Haider remains in the hospital after the birth of her baby, and further updates regarding her discharge will be shared soon.

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