US President Donald Trump is expected to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week to finalise a Ukraine peace deal. “There is a very good chance that this horrible, bloody war can finally come to an end,” Trump said after talks with Putin. His envoy, Steve Witkoff, said Putin accepted the ceasefire proposal. A 30-day truce has been agreed upon, but some details remain unsettled. Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy accused Russia of delaying peace. “Russia seeks to prolong the war,” he said. Talks include Ukraine, Russia, and European nations like the UK, France, and Norway.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) lost ₹55 lakh ($63,000) after falling for a cyber scam. The company was in talks with US-based PS Engineering Incorporated to buy fighter jet parts. “Somewhere in the middle, the proper email was replaced with a fake one,” said DCP Crime Anjali Vishwakarma. The fake email looked almost identical, missing just one letter. HAL unknowingly sent the payment to the wrong account. The fraud came to light when the real vendor said they had not received any money. The police are investigating whether the scam was run by a foreign or Indian entity.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared memories of his childhood struggles in a conversation with US podcaster Lex Fridman. “I collected used chalk in school to polish my white canvas shoes,” he said. The shoes were a gift from his uncle, and he wanted to keep them clean despite not having proper polish. Modi reflected on his poverty but said he never felt burdened. He also spoke about Vadnagar’s rich history, saying, “Every stone spoke. Every wall had a story to tell.” His later efforts as Chief Minister led to major excavations uncovering the town’s Buddhist heritage.

NASA’s Crew-10 astronauts have arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) to replace Crew-9 members, including Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore. The new team reached the ISS aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft. Williams and Wilmore have been in space for over nine months due to technical issues with their Starliner capsule. They will return to Earth on Wednesday along with two other astronauts. The Crew-10 team, from the US, Russia, and Japan, will stay at the ISS for six months. Williams expressed excitement about returning home to her family and pets after the extended mission.

Aamir Khan introduced his girlfriend, Gauri Spratt, to the media on his birthday eve. Gauri, from Bengaluru, has a six-year-old son and now works with Aamir’s production house. During the event, Aamir joked about Salman Khan also finding a Gauri, saying, "Salman kya dhoondhega ab?" He shared that he and Gauri have known each other for 25 years but reconnected recently. Aamir, previously married to Reena Dutta and Kiran Rao, said he no longer wants to hide his relationship. Meanwhile, Salman, who turns 60 this year, remains Bollywood’s most eligible bachelor.

The US carried out air strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, killing at least 31 people. The Houthis called it “aggression” and promised to respond with more attacks in the Red Sea. They say they will keep targeting ships until Israel lifts its Gaza blockade. President Trump warned of more strikes if the attacks continue. Iran condemned the US action, while Russia urged peace talks. Global trade remains disrupted as shipping companies avoid the Red Sea. The conflict is escalating, with fears of more violence in the region.

NASA astronaut Nick Hague welcomed the newly arrived SpaceX Crew-10 to the International Space Station in a playful manner—by donning a grey alien mask. As the capsule docked, Hague floated around in a black hoodie, gesturing dramatically, creating a humorous moment captured on NASA’s live stream. The prank quickly gained traction online, with users joking about “real aliens” on the ISS. Meanwhile, stranded astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, stuck since June 2024 due to Boeing Starliner issues, are finally set to return to Earth this week. SpaceX Crew-10’s arrival marks a long-awaited shift for the station’s crew.

At least 34 people have died as powerful storms swept through Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Mississippi. The storms left buildings in ruins and knocked out power for hundreds of thousands. In Arkansas, 29 people were injured. Oklahoma reported deaths linked to wildfires. Nearly 9 million people are under tornado watches, and over 82 million face strong wind warnings. The storms are now moving east, with Georgia bracing for flash floods and tornadoes. In Texas, wildfires have burned thousands of acres. Emergency teams are working to clear debris and restore power in the affected areas.

In February 2025, President Donald Trump implemented 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, along with a 10% tariff on Chinese goods, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing. These tariffs have driven up consumer prices, with estimates showing an annual increase of $2,400 per person. The agricultural sector faces higher costs, leading to rising grocery bills. Economists warn of potential inflation and reduced U.S. business competitiveness. While Trump's supporters praise his trade policies, economic uncertainties could influence voter sentiment in upcoming elections. The tariffs have sparked debates on their long-term economic impact and geopolitical consequences.

A company is facing backlash for strict Holi rules. A Reddit post showed a manager’s message banning colours at work and denying leave. Employees arriving with Holi colours would be marked absent. The company called Holi a "Business Critical Day" and warned against falling sick or having emergencies. A "sandwich salary deduction" policy would cut extra pay for leave around holidays. The post went viral, with people calling it toxic work culture. Many criticised the rules, saying emergencies cannot be controlled. Some even suggested mass resignations as a protest against the company’s strict policies.