Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed willingness to resign as Ukraine’s president to secure NATO membership amidst ongoing conflict with Russia. Tensions with the US have escalated over a proposed mineral resources deal, with Trump’s demands for compensation causing further strain in relations. Kyiv seeks security assurances in any agreement.
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Lex Fridman announced the release of his podcast with PM Narendra Modi, discussing diverse topics including Modi's childhood, years in the Himalayas, and public life journey. Fridman praised the conversation as one of the most powerful in his life. The podcast is set to be published on March 16 at 8am EST / 5:30pm IST.
An FIR was filed for armed robbery, attempt to cause harm, and house-trespass after an intruder attacked Saif Ali Khan's home. The incident involved domestic help's intervention and the intruder narrowly escaping, prompting a police investigation and calls for Mumbai's safety assurances.
The World Bank has halted a $500 million loan to Pakistan due to unfulfilled conditions, including revisions to a China-Pakistan Economic Corridor agreement. This leaves a $2.5 billion financing gap, exacerbated by the cancellation of another loan related to clean energy.
An NRI, Manish Chhokar, left India for the US despite a Supreme Court order restricting his travel and having his passport deposited. He was charged with contempt for not complying with a custody order involving his 10-year-old son. The court issued a non-bailable warrant and directed the Centre to investigate his escape and arrest him.
A Bareilly Pocso court sentenced a man to life in prison for repeatedly raping his minor daughter and murdering his daughter and wife in 2018. His 16-year-old son's testimony was crucial in the conviction. The court described the crime as a severe breach of trust and relationships.
Police are investigating an attack on Saif Ali Khan at his Bandra residence which lacked surveillance cameras and security arrangements. The intruder's image was captured on the building's CCTV. The reported incident raises concerns about security measures for high-profile individuals, referencing past threats to Salman Khan as similar risks.
Two men from Chhatmara village gang-raped a 26-year-old woman in a moving auto after luring her with a job offer. The woman managed to escape and reported the crime at Maharajpur police station. The police arrested the accused and sent the victim for a medical examination.
Arvind Kejriwal has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to prioritize waiving loans for farmers and the middle class over wealthy individuals. Kejriwal suggested that not waiving loans for the rich could allow the government to reduce tax rates. Meanwhile, AAP is strategizing to secure their traditional slum vote bank amidst competition from BJP and Congress.
Militants attacked a Pakistani army post near the Afghan border, killing sixteen soldiers and critically injuring five. Over 30 militants assaulted the post for two hours, destroying equipment and documents before retreating. The Pakistani Taliban claimed responsibility, citing retaliation for the deaths of their commanders.
India bowling coach Morne Morkel has left the team's camp in Dubai due to a personal emergency, ahead of the Champions Trophy. Morkel attended India's practice sessions but missed the latest one. It's uncertain if he will return. The Indian team now has a break and plans to train on February 19 before their match against Bangladesh.