Times of India

The recent diplomatic clash between Trump and Zelenskyy has sparked intense debates online. Zelenskyy criticized Russia's actions and demanded security assurances, angering Trump and his team. The confrontation escalated with Trump accusing Zelenskyy of disrespect and bad position amidst the conflict. Tensions heightened as Trump emphasized U.S. support while urging for a ceasefire.

President Donald Trump's meeting with Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House erupted into a political confrontation, abruptly ending with Trump issuing an ultimatum. Trump demanded gratitude and compromise, while Zelenskyy highlighted Russia's unreliability. The fallout hinted at a shift in US foreign policy, causing unease among American allies.

South Africa secured a spot in the Champions Trophy semifinals with a decisive seven-wicket victory over England, topping Group B. After containing England to a modest 179 runs, the Proteas chased down the target in 29.1 overs, led by Rassie van der Dussen's 72 not out and Heinrich Klaasen's 64. They will now face the Group A runners-up in the semifinals, while India and New Zealand are set to battle for Group A positions in Dubai on Sunday.

A father from UP has sought help from the Delhi High Court for his daughter, Shahzadi Khan, facing a death sentence in the UAE for allegedly murdering an infant. He requests the court to direct the MEA for information on her current legal status and well-being.

BJP state president Virendraa Sachdeva hinted at the possible rollout of the Mahila Samriddhi Yojna on Women's Day, providing Rs 2,500 monthly to eligible women in Delhi. Despite financial challenges left by the previous AAP government, BJP promises to fulfill its commitments. Final updates are expected on March 8.

Ukrainian President Voldymyr Zelenskyy and his delegation faced an abrupt dismissal from the White House after contentious talks with US President Donald Trump and Vice-President JD Vance. The meeting turned into a public spectacle, with heated exchanges and a critical remark about Zelenskyy's attire, ultimately leading to the cancellation of scheduled discussions and lunch.

The Union ministry of law clarified that the decision to use EVMs or ballot papers does not fall within its jurisdiction after some parliamentary members suggested reverting to ballot papers. The government and the Supreme Court have previously supported the use of EVMs over ballot papers.

On February 28, 2025, Musk's partner, Neuralink executive Shivon Zilis, announced that they had welcomed their fourth child together, Seldon Lycurgus Musk. This marks Musk’s 14th known child, reinforcing his publicly stated belief in combating the "underpopulation crisis" by having as many children as possible.

One US official told Reuters that the face-off was the flexing of JD Vance. "Vance is different than Elon. For him to sit and take on Zelenskyy in front of Trump was a very big moment. He moved to support the president, and Trump loves it when people step out to do the confrontation that he usually does," the official said.

Union minister Chirag Paswan criticised Tejashwi Yadav for suggesting Nishant Kumar's entry into politics, noting the decision is personal for Nishant. Tejashwi expressed concerns about the BJP's influence on JD(U) and encouraged Nishant to join politics to preserve the party's future.

India's cricketers, including Virat Kohli and KL Rahul, practiced sweep and reverse-sweep shots ahead of their match against New Zealand. Striking in the middle overs has been challenging on Dubai's pitches, so rotating the strike and minimizing dot balls is crucial. India aims to balance quick powerplay runs and a strong middle-order strategy.

Uzbek GM Nodirbek Yakubboev greeted India's Divya Deshmukh with a 'Namaste' before their match in Prague, showing respect and addressing past controversies. Yakubboev previously avoided a handshake with Indian GM R Vaishali for religious reasons, later apologizing. His gesture towards Deshmukh highlights efforts to bridge cultural differences, demonstrating mutual respect in the chess community.

India and New Zealand, both set for the semifinals, will face off in a high-stakes preparatory match. Former New Zealand cricketer David White anticipates an intense game given New Zealand's strong track record against India. White reflects on New Zealand's notable cricket achievements during his tenure. As India prepare to take on New Zealand, former New Zealand cricketer and ex-CEO of the country's cricket board David White believes it will be one of the tournament's most exciting contests.

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.