Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of rejecting a US-backed ceasefire after a 90-minute call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump. While Putin agreed to a 30-day pause on strikes targeting Ukraine’s energy sites, he insisted that lasting peace depended on halting all Western military aid. Shortly after the call, air raid sirens sounded, and explosions were reported across Ukraine, including a strike on a Sumy hospital. Washington continues pushing for a full ceasefire, with Trump claiming to have an "understanding" with Putin. Moscow, however, maintains its demand for a complete halt to Western support.

On March 19, 2025, astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore safely returned to Earth following a nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The duo departed the ISS aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, which executed a flawless splashdown off the coast of Florida at 3:30 am IST. The White House highlighted this event as the fulfillment of President Donald Trump's commitment to bring back the astronauts, stating, "Promise made, promise kept." SpaceX CEO Elon Musk expressed gratitude towards President Trump for prioritizing the mission, underscoring the collaboration between private aerospace companies and government agencies in ensuring the astronauts' safe return. 

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore have safely returned to Earth following an unplanned nine-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Originally slated for just over a week, their stay was extended due to technical issues with their return spacecraft. Prolonged exposure to microgravity poses several health challenges, including bone density loss, muscle atrophy, cardiovascular deconditioning, vision impairment, and increased radiation exposure. To mitigate these effects, astronauts adhere to rigorous exercise regimens and undergo comprehensive medical evaluations upon return. Williams and Wilmore will now participate in a 45-day rehabilitation program to readjust to Earth's gravity and monitor potential long-term health impacts.   

  In a recent call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, both leaders discussed a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. Trump described the talks as "very good and productive." Putin has agreed to a 30-day suspension of attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure but demanded the cessation of Western military aid to Ukraine as a condition for further peace. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejected these demands, prioritizing Ukraine's sovereignty. European leaders remain cautious about Russia's commitment to peace, advocating for a comprehensive negotiation involving Ukraine’s involvement.      

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore safely returned to Earth after a prolonged 286-day stay at the ISS. Their SpaceX Dragon Freedom capsule splashed down near Florida at 5:57 PM ET Tuesday (3:27 AM IST Wednesday), marking the end of a mission initially planned for just eight days. Delays arose due to propulsion issues with Boeing’s Starliner, leaving the astronauts stranded. Williams, now with 608 cumulative days in space, becomes the second most-experienced US astronaut. NASA and SpaceX coordinated their rescue, and the crew will undergo a 45-day rehabilitation program after completing 4,576 orbits and traveling 121 million miles.

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore launched aboard Boeing’s Starliner in June 2024 for its first crewed mission, initially planned to last just over a week. However, a critical propulsion system malfunction prevented the spacecraft from making a safe return trip. NASA deemed the Starliner unsafe for re-entry, leaving Williams and Wilmore stationed at the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months while awaiting a replacement spacecraft. After months of troubleshooting, the astronauts finally returned to Earth aboard SpaceX’s Dragon capsule, marking the end of an unexpectedly extended mission in space.  

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore safely returned to Earth after 286 days aboard the ISS. Their SpaceX Dragon Freedom capsule splashed down off Florida’s coast at 5:57 PM ET Tuesday (3:27 AM IST Wednesday). Initially set for an 8-day mission in June 2024, they remained stranded due to Boeing’s Starliner propulsion issues. SpaceX and NASA coordinated their rescue, with political claims emerging over the mission’s success. Williams, on her third spaceflight, now has 608 cumulative days in space. The astronauts will undergo a 45-day rehabilitation program after orbiting Earth 4,576 times and traveling 121 million miles.

On March 17, 2025, India and New Zealand officially restarted negotiations on a long-stalled free trade agreement (FTA). Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, expressed optimism about strengthening bilateral trade, which currently stands at over $1 billion. The agreement is expected to benefit key sectors such as agriculture, pharmaceuticals, technology, and tourism. India's Trade Minister, Piyush Goyal, stated that the pact could increase trade tenfold in the next decade. The renewed discussions signal a commitment to economic cooperation and a stronger strategic partnership between the two nations.

Newly revealed files related to the JFK assassination include a chilling admission by CIA insider Gary Underhill. According to reports, Underhill confessed shortly before his death that the CIA was involved in orchestrating the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Underhill, a CIA officer, allegedly revealed that Lee Harvey Oswald was a patsy and part of a covert operation to eliminate Kennedy. His statements, made shortly before his mysterious death in 1964, have raised new questions about the CIA's role in the tragic event that shook the world.

On March 18, 2025, Israel launched extensive airstrikes across the Gaza Strip following the breakdown of ceasefire negotiations, resulting in over 400 Palestinian deaths, including many women and children. The attack marks one of the deadliest days since the conflict began in 2023. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the strikes are "just the beginning," aiming to dismantle Hamas and secure the release of Israeli hostages. The renewed violence has drawn international condemnation and worsened the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with hospitals overwhelmed and essential supplies running low.