Judge James Boasberg, the chief judge of the United States District Court for the District of Columbia, criticized the Trump administration's inadequate response regarding the deportation of Venezuelan migrants, labeling it "woefully insufficient" and suggesting possible evasion of his orders. Boasberg had previously issued a temporary block on these deportations, questioning the application of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to the alleged Venezuelan gang members. Despite this, deportation flights proceeded, leading Boasberg to demand a detailed explanation from the Justice Department by the following Tuesday. The administration cited national security concerns and considered invoking the state secrets privilege, a claim met with skepticism by the judge. President Trump responded by calling for Boasberg's impeachment, a move rebuked by Chief Justice John Roberts, who emphasized that disagreements with judicial decisions should be addressed through appeals, not impeachment.

A US judge has blocked the deportation of Badar Khan Suri, an Indian researcher at Georgetown University, following his arrest for alleged ties to Hamas. The US government had accused Suri of promoting anti-Semitic views and spreading Hamas propaganda. His lawyer denounced the detention as politically motivated, aiming to suppress free speech. Georgetown University, where Suri conducts research on peacebuilding, expressed support for his rights. The case has raised concerns over academic freedom and the targeting of individuals based on political beliefs, particularly regarding US policy on Israel.  

An earthquake of magnitude 4.9 struck Afghanistan on March 21, 2025, at a depth of 160 km, with tremors felt across the region. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported the quake's epicenter located at latitude 36.48 N and longitude 71.45 E. This follows a previous earthquake on March 13, 2025, measuring 4.0 magnitude. Afghanistan is prone to frequent seismic activity, especially in the tectonically active Hindu Kush region. The country, already dealing with conflict and underdevelopment, remains vulnerable to such natural disasters, with ongoing challenges in disaster resilience.  

The Ministry of Defence has given initial approval to military modernisation proposals worth Rs 54,000 crore. Key upgrades include the Army’s BrahMos missile regiments, enhancing strike range to 450 km, and the acquisition of six Netra AEW&C aircraft for the Air Force. Additionally, T-90 tank engines will be upgraded, and the Navy will receive advanced torpedoes and anti-aircraft missiles. These initiatives aim to strengthen India’s defense capabilities and address procurement delays. The final contracts will be negotiated in the coming years as part of ongoing modernization efforts.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Russia to abandon "unnecessary" demands ahead of US-mediated peace talks in Saudi Arabia on Monday. Russian President Vladimir Putin insists on halting Western military aid to Ukraine, while Zelensky warned that dropping NATO membership for Ukraine would be a "big gift to Russia." He also dismissed claims that Ukraine discussed ceding nuclear plants to the US. Meanwhile, UK PM Keir Starmer proposed a "coalition of the willing" to enforce peace. Despite ongoing negotiations, Russian and Ukrainian strikes continue, with casualties reported on both sides. Zelensky called for urgent EU military aid.

India has formally submitted a bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad, marking a significant step towards its ambition of hosting the 2036 Olympics. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) submitted a letter of interest, with the Sports Ministry finalizing Ahmedabad as the proposed venue. India last hosted the Commonwealth Games in 2010 in Delhi. The Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) will now evaluate bids before finalizing a host nation. Ahmedabad, emerging as a sporting hub, previously hosted the 2023 ODI World Cup final. The bid aligns with India’s long-term vision of securing major global sporting events.

US President Donald Trump "fully supports" Israel's latest military operations in Gaza, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said. She blamed Hamas for the conflict, stating that Trump warned of consequences if hostages were not released. Gaza’s civil defence agency reported 504 deaths, including over 190 children, following renewed Israeli air and ground strikes. Hamas launched rockets at Tel Aviv in retaliation. Israel expanded ground operations and closed Gaza’s main north-south route. The ceasefire that began on January 19 has collapsed, escalating tensions further. Trump maintains that Hamas bears full responsibility for the ongoing hostilities.

Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter) has filed a petition in the Karnataka High Court, challenging the Indian government’s use of Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act. The provision denies safe harbor protections to intermediaries that fail to remove content flagged by authorities. X argues this creates an “illegal parallel content-blocking process” and violates the Supreme Court’s 2015 Shreya Singhal ruling. It also seeks protection from joining the Sahyog portal, calling it a “censorship portal.” The court allowed X to challenge any government action, while the Centre denies taking punitive measures. The case raises concerns over digital rights in India.

US President Donald Trump reiterated his criticism of India’s trade policies, calling it "one of the highest tariffing nations in the world." In an interview with Breitbart News, he said he has a "very good relationship" with India but warned that the US would impose reciprocal tariffs from April 2. Trump previously labeled India the "tariff king" and accused it of unfair trade practices. Talks between both nations on reducing tariffs remain inconclusive. India has expressed interest in strengthening trade ties, with discussions on a Bilateral Trade Agreement ongoing. Trump also praised the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).

Israeli airstrikes on Gaza killed at least 85 Palestinians overnight, the Hamas-run health ministry said. Over 500 have died in two days as Israel resumed attacks following failed ceasefire talks. Hamas fired three rockets at Tel Aviv, with one intercepted. The Israeli military launched a ground operation in northern Gaza, aiming to establish a buffer zone. Gaza's health ministry reports 591 deaths since Tuesday. Meanwhile, thousands protested in Israel demanding hostage releases. UN officials condemned the rising toll, with five Unrwa staff killed. The US reaffirmed support for Israel, as Yemen's Houthis launched a missile toward Ben Gurion Airport.