At the Munich Security Conference in 2025, United States Vice President JD Vance attacked European politicians, branding censorship an even greater threat than China or Russia. Vance charged that the EU was suppressing free speech and ignoring voters' concerns regarding immigration. Downgrading alarm over Russian interference, Vance argued that the threat facing Europe "is from within." His remarks sparked heated denouncements, with German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius describing them as unacceptable. Vance’s speech underscored deep transatlantic disagreement over security, democracy, and governance, leaving many people shocked.

In a devastating accident, one Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) bus collided head-on with one truck near Balwantapur village, Mallial mandal, Jagtial district. The head-on collision killed the bus conductor and injured eight others, including the driver and travelers. The bus, going from Jagtial to Warangal, had the truck, carrying bamboo, collided head-on. Authorities have registered the case under sections 304-A and 337 of the Indian Penal Code and also investigating the cause of the accident.      

India is giving the United States' offer to sell F-35 fighter planes very serious consideration, ever since Prime Minister Narendra Modi met United States President Donald Trump. The Indian Air Force has plans to modernize, but there are concerns regarding logistic complexities, very high price, and delay due to F-35’s global supply chain and backlogs. The indigenous Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) project by India also indicates its quest for defence technological independence. An Indian defence procurement dilemma has always been finding an equilibrium between operational requirements over the near term versus strategic independence over the longer term.  

CNN’s Will Ripley praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s negotiations with Donald Trump as “a masterclass for other world leaders.” Trump announced reciprocal tariffs hours before meeting Modi, a move Ripley noted could have embarrassed India’s leader. However, both sides secured what Ripley called “the best possible outcome.” Trump, who previously criticized India’s tariffs, cited past issues like Harley-Davidson’s struggles in India. The Republican leader’s new tariff plans target multiple countries, but implementation remains uncertain. Experts are assessing the potential impact on India’s trade.

Mumbai and Guwahati police visited podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia’s residence on Friday after he failed to appear for questioning over an obscenity case linked to his appearance on India's Got Latent. The apartment was locked, prompting authorities to return. Allahbadia, facing multiple FIRs, has approached the Supreme Court for relief. His apology—“My comment wasn’t even funny”—failed to stop criticism. Parliament and the National Commission for Women have intervened, demanding reports on the matter. Meanwhile, co-accused comedian Samay Raina remains in the U.S., seeking more time for questioning.

India has rejected US President Donald Trump’s offer to mediate in its border dispute with China, reaffirming its stance on bilateral resolution. After meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Trump expressed willingness to help resolve tensions between New Delhi and Beijing. However, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri dismissed third-party intervention, stating, “We have always adopted a bilateral approach.” Trump acknowledged ongoing skirmishes and China’s global influence while calling for global cooperation. India and China remain engaged in negotiations following the 2020 Galwan Valley clashes, with troop withdrawals and diplomatic talks continuing to ease tensions.

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for eight months, will return to Earth on March 19, 2025. They were initially launched in June 2024 but faced delays due to spacecraft issues. The Crew-10 mission, launching on March 12, will replace them and facilitate their return after a week-long handover. Former US President Donald Trump had urged SpaceX to help, leading to a partnership with NASA. SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule will bring Williams and Wilmore home, showcasing their resilient collaboration in spaceflight.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met US Vice President JD Vance on Friday at the Munich Security Conference. He described the discussion as "good" and expressed confidence that more meetings would follow. The talks focused on the ongoing war with Russia and efforts to find a solution. The meeting comes as the US continues to support Ukraine while urging diplomatic efforts to end the conflict. Zelensky emphasized the importance of strong ties with Washington. "Our first meeting, not last, I'm sure," he said after the discussion.

US flight carrying 119 illegal Indian immigrants is set to land in Amritsar on February 15. This follows the deportation of 104 Indians last week, who were sent back in shackles, sparking controversy. The deportees are from Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, and other states. The Trump administration has intensified its crackdown on illegal immigration. Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann questioned why Amritsar was chosen for the landing, calling it an attempt to defame the state. Meanwhile, PM Modi stated that India will take back all illegal immigrants and tackle human trafficking networks.

Hamas will release three hostages on Saturday in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. The hostages are Alexander Troufanov, Yair Horn, and Sagui Dekel-Chen. Israel has warned it will resume bombing if the release is delayed. Since the ceasefire began, 21 hostages have been freed in exchange for 766 Palestinian prisoners. The ceasefire remains fragile, with both sides accusing each other of violations. Israel is angered by Hamas’s public hostage handovers, while Hamas claims Israel is blocking aid to Gaza. Mediators from the US, Egypt, and Qatar are working to prevent further conflict.