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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude towards US President Donald Trump and Americans for their support during the three years of full-scale invasion. This followed a tense meeting where Trump and VP Vance accused Zelenskyy of not being sufficiently thankful for the aid provided by the US.

The whereabouts of four trapped workers in the Telangana tunnel have been located as rescue operations entered the 8th day, state minister Krishna Rao stated. Over 500 rescuers and various teams are engaged in the effort to rescue eight individuals following a tunnel section collapse.

The Delhi government will not provide fuel to vehicles older than 15 years starting April 1, to reduce vehicle emissions and pollution. Measures include installing equipment at petrol stations to identify such vehicles, and transitioning 90% of public CNG buses to electric by December 2025.

BigBasket, backed by Tata, plans to go public within 12 to 24 months, targeting $3 billion in annual revenue and a positive Ebitda margin. The company is expanding its operations and improving its supply chain to boost profitability in preparation for the IPO.

The Supreme Court ruled that borrowers are not 'consumers' under the Consumer Protection Act if the loan is for profit-making purposes. This decision overturned an NCDRC order which had directed the Central Bank of India to compensate Ad Bureau Advertising Pvt Ltd for alleged incorrect reporting to CIBIL.

Home minister Amit Shah has directed authorities in Manipur to ensure free movement on all roads from March 8 and take strict action against road obstructions. He also ordered the fencing of key entry points along the Indo-Myanmar border and efforts to dismantle the state's drug trafficking network.

Shreya Goshal's Twitter account was hacked on February 13th, and her efforts to recover it have been unsuccessful. She has warned her fans against clicking any links from the hacked account. Additionally, Shreya is currently judging 'Indian Idol' and has spoken about being careful with her song choices.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut has announced his party's plan to claim the leader of the opposition post in the Maharashtra legislative assembly, regardless of not meeting the 10% threshold. With a combined opposition strength of nearly 50 MLAs, Raut remains optimistic about the Speaker's approval.

India’s first clinics for the transgender community, aiding over 5,000 beneficiaries, closed due to the US stopping funding through USAID. The clinics in Hyderabad, Kalyan, and Pune provided hormone therapy, mental health services, and HIV support, and now seek alternate funding to continue essential services.

GM Gukesh Dommaraju has climbed to world number three in the latest FIDE rankings after an impressive performance at the Tata Steel Chess Masters 2025. GM Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu reentered the top-10 by winning the Tata Steel title. GM Magnus Carlsen remains number-one, while GM Hikaru Nakamura is now second. Significant shifts occurred in the women's rankings as well.

Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury accused the West Bengal government of creating fake voters to rig elections. In response, Mamata Banerjee alleged that BJP manipulated voter lists, but the chief electoral officer denied any irregularities. BJP claimed these statements were made to boost TMC morale.

The BJP is set to elect a new national president in March after state-level elections, with the process delayed by the Delhi assembly polls. Currently, 12 out of 36 states have completed their elections, with key states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh nearing completion within ten days.

A Delhi journalist recounts her journey of fulfilling her concert dreams. Initially failing to secure Coldplay tickets, she attends Maroon 5 and Ed Sheeran concerts. Unexpectedly, she gets Coldplay tickets, despite financial strain. Each concert brought unique experiences and memorable moments, reaffirming her love for live music performances.

US President Donald Trump and Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's discussions turned contentious, resulting in a public clash. A video of Ukraine's ambassador expressing embarrassment went viral. Trump and US Vice President JD Vance criticised Zelenskyy for lacking gratitude for US support. The tense meeting ended abruptly, with Trump urging Zelenskyy to return when ready for peace.

Tensions between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy ended their White House meeting abruptly, preventing the signing of a critical minerals deal. Trump sought access to Ukraine’s mineral wealth in exchange for military support, but Zelenskyy stressed the need for continued US assistance without conditional terms.

During an intense Oval Office meeting, President Trump and vice president Vance criticised Ukrainian President Zelensky for his perceived lack of gratitude toward the US. Despite Trump and Vance's accusations, Zelenskyy has frequently expressed his appreciation for US support throughout the ongoing conflict with Russia. The exchange drew significant global attention.

Elon Musk criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his interactions with US leaders during a contentious visit. The fallout led to the cancellation of a joint press conference and an unsigned agreement, with Trump accusing Zelenskyy of not being ready for peace.

During a Champions Trophy training session, Shreyas Iyer presented net bowler Jaskiran Singh with a pair of cricket spikes, making Jaskiran's day special. Although Jaskiran did not get the chance to bowl to the Indian team, Iyer's thoughtful gesture brought him immense joy.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed Manipur's security situation and directed the free movement of people from March 8, 2025. President's rule was imposed following CM N Biren Singh's resignation. The MHA calls for strict action against individuals hindering peace efforts amid ongoing ethnic violence.