Award-winning farmer Kailash Arjun Nagare, 43, was found dead in his field in Shivni Armal village on Holi, having consumed poison. Nagare, honored with Maharashtra's 2020 Young Farmer Award, had persistently advocated for irrigation water from the Khadakpurna reservoir for 14 villages. Despite a 10-day hunger strike last year, his demands remained unmet. In a three-page suicide note, he expressed frustration over governmental neglect and requested that his body not be moved until the demands were addressed. His death incited significant unrest among local farmers, leading to protests and calls for accountability from the administration. Nagare is survived by his father, wife, and three children.

India has firmly dismissed Pakistan's allegations of Indian involvement in the recent Jaffar Express hijacking in Balochistan. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, stated, "We strongly reject the baseless allegations made by Pakistan. The whole world knows where the epicenter of global terrorism lies." He urged Pakistan to introspect rather than deflect blame for its internal issues. This response follows Pakistan's Foreign Office claims linking India to the attack, despite evidence pointing to the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and connections to Afghanistan. The BLA had hijacked the Jaffar Express, resulting in casualties among passengers and security personnel, before Pakistani forces neutralized the insurgents.

Tesla has expressed concerns over potential retaliatory tariffs resulting from President Donald Trump's aggressive trade policies. In a letter to the U.S. Trade Representative's Office, Tesla highlighted that previous U.S. trade actions led to increased tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) exported to affected countries, thereby impacting U.S. exporters disproportionately. The company emphasized challenges in sourcing certain parts domestically, even with efforts to localize supply chains, and advocated for a phased implementation of new trade measures to allow businesses time to adapt. Additionally, the trade group Autos Drive America, representing major foreign automakers, echoed these concerns, warning that broad-based tariffs could disrupt U.S. production, elevate consumer prices, reduce vehicle model availability, and potentially lead to job losses across the supply chain.

Mangat Rai Manga, district president of the Shiv Sena (Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray) in Moga, Punjab, was shot dead on March 13, 2025. The incident occurred around 10 pm near Gill Palace when assailants in an SUV chased and fired at Manga's car. Despite attempts to escape, Manga was fatally wounded and pronounced dead at the hospital. A 12-year-old bystander, Thomas, was also injured and is receiving treatment. Manga had been associated with the Shiv Sena for an extended period. Local authorities are investigating the motive and searching for the suspects.

Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested on March 3 at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport for smuggling 14.8 kilograms of gold valued at approximately Rs 12.5 crore. Investigations revealed that she had made 30 trips to Dubai within a year, allegedly smuggling gold each time. Authorities discovered she used customized clothing to conceal the gold and claimed to be the daughter of an Additional Director General of Police to bypass security checks. Further examination of her mobile contacts uncovered frequent communication with influential figures, leading to the arrest of star hotel owner Tarun Raj for purchasing smuggled gold from her. Ranya has denied coercion during interrogation, and her bail plea verdict is pending.

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, initially slated for an eight-day mission in June 2024, have been on the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months due to technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. Their return has been further delayed, with NASA confirming they won't be back on Earth before March 19, 2025. The delay stems from a postponed launch of SpaceX's Crew-10 mission, which was rescheduled to March 14 due to high winds and a hydraulic system issue on the Falcon 9 rocket. Once Crew-10 arrives and takes over ISS operations, Williams and Wilmore are expected to return, highlighting challenges in current space missions.

The trustees of Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital have filed a complaint against seven former trustees and 10 others, alleging financial fraud totaling Rs 1,250 crore over two decades. The case, registered on March 6, includes charges of cheating, forgery, and criminal breach of trust. This is the third FIR since June 2024. The accusations also involve bizarre claims of black magic. The high-profile hospital, which recently treated actor Saif Ali Khan, is now entangled in a major legal battle over these serious allegations.  

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reiterated that he still shares a positive relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, despite ongoing global concerns over North Korea's nuclear advancements. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago residence, Trump acknowledged North Korea as a “nuclear power” and expressed his willingness to reengage with Kim. His remarks come amid increasing tensions, including North Korea’s recent missile tests and critical statements from Kim’s sister, Kim Yo Jong, against the U.S. administration. Trump’s comments highlight his belief in personal diplomacy, even as North Korea continues to defy international denuclearization efforts.  

On March 13, 2025, American Airlines Flight 1006, a Boeing 737-800 en route from Colorado Springs to Dallas-Fort Worth, was diverted to Denver International Airport after the crew reported engine vibrations. Upon landing at approximately 5:15 p.m., the aircraft's engine caught fire while taxiing to the gate, prompting an emergency evacuation. All 172 passengers and six crew members evacuated safely using emergency slides, with some passengers seen standing on the wing amidst visible smoke. Twelve individuals sustained minor injuries and were transported to hospitals for evaluation. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has initiated an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the engine fire.

Columbia University has expelled or suspended students involved in last spring's pro-Palestinian occupation of Hamilton Hall. The University Judicial Board issued sanctions, including multi-year suspensions, temporary degree revocations, and expulsions, based on the severity of actions and prior disciplinary records. The exact number of affected students remains undisclosed. The protests, sparked by the Israel-Hamas conflict, escalated when students barricaded themselves inside Hamilton Hall, leading to NYPD intervention and arrests. In response to perceived inadequate handling of antisemitism on campus, the Trump administration withdrew approximately $400 million in federal grants from Columbia. Additionally, Mahmoud Khalil, a prominent protest leader and Columbia graduate student, was detained by federal immigration authorities, intensifying debates on free speech and campus activism.