Donald Trump slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, stating the U.S. "will not put up with" his stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. The comments followed a tense White House meeting where Trump and Vice President JD Vance accused Zelensky of being "ungrateful" for U.S. aid. Zelensky was reportedly asked to leave, with a crucial minerals deal left unsigned. Trump criticized European leaders for relying on U.S. support. U.S. officials are now reviewing their Ukraine policy, with reports suggesting Trump may cut military aid. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed the situation with the UK’s foreign secretary.

On World Wildlife Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Gujarat’s Gir National Park for a safari, capturing images of Asiatic lions. During his tour, he encountered a pride of lions, including cubs resting near their mother. Modi, an avid photographer, shared the photos on social media, urging people to visit Gir. His Gujarat trip included a visit to Somnath Temple and the Banatara Wildlife Conservation Center. The Prime Minister emphasized wildlife conservation efforts during his three-day tour. His lion photographs quickly gained traction online, sparking discussi

The BAM Awards 2025, held at The Dilly in London on February 27, celebrated excellence in British Asian media. HereandNow365 emerged as the biggest winner of the evening. The agency secured multiple accolades, including ‘Agency of the Year’ and ‘Creative Excellence in Media’, while its founder, Manish Tiwari, received the BAM Choice Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Asian Media.   Tiwari was honored by Fiji’s High Commissioner H.E. Jovilisi Suveinakama and BBC’s Jo Sherlock, who also served as a judge for the event. In his speech, Tiwari reflected on the historical journey of Indians in the diaspora, tracing their migration to Commonwealth nations in the 18th and 19th centuries and how their presence laid the foundation for today’s British Asian media landscape. He highlighted his personal experience of arriving in the UK 25 years ago, emphasizing that he never had to alter his name or accent to succeed. His agency, HereandNow365, founded two decades ago, was built on this inclusive foundation.   The agency’s impact was widely recognized, particularly for its Dabur Vatika Gender Pay Gap campaign supporting ethnic minority women. The ‘Creative Excellence in Media’ award honored its campaigns on Zee, Sony, Sunrise Radio, and Lyca, including TV and radio ads featuring Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui and singer Hans Raj Hans.

A chilling CCTV video shows accused Sachin carrying Congress worker Himani Narwal’s body in a black suitcase in Rohtak. Police said he allegedly strangled her with a mobile charger cord on February 27 after a financial dispute. The body was found near a bus station on Saturday. Sachin, who runs a mobile shop in Jhajjar, was arrested. "They were in contact for 1.5 years," said ADGP KK Rao. Police formed an SIT to investigate. Himani’s mother questioned the police's claim about the motive. Authorities are verifying details of the case.

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as wildfires spread across the Carolinas and Georgia, burning over 5,400 acres. More than 163 fires remained active by Monday, forcing evacuations in Horry County near Myrtle Beach. The South Carolina National Guard deployed helicopters for aerial firefighting. No injuries or destroyed structures were reported. Firefighters are battling blazes in North Carolina’s national forests, with Georgia also facing active fires. Authorities expect rain by Tuesday night, offering relief from dry, gusty conditions. Officials warned of an "elevated risk of adverse fire behavior" due to ongoing drought.

A black vehicle rammed into pedestrians in Mannheim, Germany, killing at least 2 and seriously injuring multiple people. The incident occurred at 12:15 PM in the Paradeplatz area. Police arrested the 40-year-old driver from Rhineland-Palatinate. Authorities described it as a “life-threatening deployment situation,” urging people to avoid the city center. Mannheim University Hospital activated its emergency plan, increasing intensive care capacity. The attack comes amid heightened security concerns in Germany’s Rhineland region, with police on alert following extremist threats. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser canceled her appearance at Cologne’s carnival parade due to the incident.

IIT Baba Abhay Singh, an IIT-Bombay graduate turned ascetic, was detained in Jaipur after police found ganja in his possession. Officers acted on reports of a disturbance at his hotel but released him as the quantity was within permissible limits. Singh, who gained fame at the Maha Kumbh, claimed the marijuana was “prasad” and questioned why other ascetics were not arrested. “Almost every baba at Kumbh consumes ganja as prasad,” he said. Singh, who transitioned from aerospace engineering to spirituality, avoided further comments, stating, “It is my birthday, and I want to be happy today.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that a minerals deal with the US is “ready” despite tensions with Donald Trump. Speaking after a London summit, he affirmed Kyiv’s commitment to the agreement and dismissed Republican calls for his resignation. However, he said he would step down if Ukraine secured NATO membership, calling it the completion of his mission. The minerals deal collapsed after a heated exchange between Zelenskyy and Trump, with Trump canceling the signing ceremony. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged European unity, pushing for a peace plan to present to Trump.

France has proposed a one-month truce between Russia and Ukraine, focusing on halting air, sea, and energy infrastructure attacks, while excluding ground combat. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated this approach aims to assess Russian President Vladimir Putin's commitment to peace negotiations. President Emmanuel Macron indicated that European ground troops would only be deployed in a subsequent phase. However, UK Armed Forces Minister Luke Pollard noted that no agreement has been finalized, with various options still under discussion among European allies.

Mikey Madison won Best Actress for Anora at the 97th Academy Awards, stunning audiences. Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s Wicked performance captivated the crowd. Halle Berry and Adrien Brody recreated their iconic 2003 kiss, calling it "payback." Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet shared a moment inside the ceremony. Host Conan O'Brien honored Los Angeles wildfire firefighters, calling them “heroes.” Iranian filmmakers overcame visa struggles to attend and win Best Animated Short Film. Political statements surfaced, with Palestinian filmmakers addressing U.S. policy and Daryl Hannah supporting Ukraine. The Oscars blended glamour, surprises, and powerful messages this year.