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  • Trump Clashes with Zelensky: A Risky Game Over Ukraine’s Future

    Trump Clashes with Zelensky: A Risky Game Over Ukraine’s Future

    After a tense meeting at the White House, Russian media celebrated while U.S. President Donald Trump scolded Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Trump told Zelensky he was being “disrespectful” and warned against making the situation worse. “You can’t tell us how to feel. You are risking a World War III,” Trump said. He added, “I have made you strong. Now you need to make a deal, or we are done. You don’t have the power.”

    Former Russian leader Dmitry Medvedev, now a top official in Russia, mocked Zelensky online, saying, “Trump finally told the truth to the Ukrainian president. The Kiev government is playing with fire. It’s time to stop supporting their military.” A Kremlin-backed news site claimed Zelensky looked nervous during the meeting.

    Interestingly, the White House kicked out a reporter from the Russian news agency TASS during the meeting. They were not on an approved list and were taken out by a staff member.

    TASS reported on the meeting, making Zelensky look bad compared to Russia. This meeting came after Trump tried to talk to Putin about ending the war without including Zelensky. Trump also incorrectly claimed that Ukraine started the conflict and criticized Zelensky’s leadership. Zelensky responded by calling Trump’s statements false and said he was spreading Russian lies. Later, when asked about calling Zelensky a “dictator,” Trump seemed surprised and said, “Did I say that? I don’t believe I said that. Next question.”

  • Trump and Zelensky Clash: A Tense Meeting at the White House

    Trump and Zelensky Clash: A Tense Meeting at the White House

    During a tense meeting at the White House, Ukrainian Ambassador Oksana Markarova looked very worried as she watched President Donald Trump argue with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The meeting, meant to show unity between the two countries, quickly turned heated when Trump pressed Zelensky about why he wouldn’t agree to a ceasefire with Russia.

    As their disagreement became visible on cameras worldwide, Markarova closed her eyes and rested her head in her hand, trying to ignore the uncomfortable situation. Zelensky had hoped this meeting would get more support from Trump, especially since Ukraine needs help to defend against Russia.

    Zelensky frustrated Trump and U.S. Vice President JD Vance when he mentioned that a proposed deal wouldn’t be strong enough to stop Russia from attacking further. He highlighted that Russian President Putin hates Ukrainians and aims to destroy Ukraine. In response, Trump and Vance criticized Zelensky’s attitude, calling it “disrespectful” and saying it makes it harder to reach an agreement to end the war.

    Trump warned Zelensky that he needed to be more grateful for U.S. support. He said, “You have to be careful or it could lead to World War III.” Trump emphasized that without U.S. backing, Ukraine would be in a difficult position. The meeting was initially set to celebrate a natural resources agreement, but the escalating tension overshadowed that purpose.

  • WWE SmackDown in Toronto: Cena Trolled Before Elimination Chamber Battle

    WWE SmackDown in Toronto: Cena Trolled Before Elimination Chamber Battle

    On February 28, the WWE SmackDown event in Toronto had a playful vibe, especially for John Cena. Logan Paul humorously pretended to be Cena during his entrance, getting the crowd excited. Not to be outdone, Drew McIntyre mentioned that he plans to “bury John at Elimination Chamber.”

    The Rogers Centre is ready to host the WWE Elimination Chamber event on Saturday, March 1. Superstars like The Rock and John Cena, who plans to retire from wrestling in 2025, will be facing off in front of about 30,000 fans. Even with his impressive two-decade career in the ring, Cena is getting playful jabs from other wrestlers before what could be one of his last matches.

    Stay tuned for updates as this story continues to develop!

  • Zelensky Refuses to Resign After Heated Meeting with Trump

    Zelensky Refuses to Resign After Heated Meeting with Trump

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he will not resign after a tense meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. During the meeting, which got heated, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham suggested that Zelensky should step down. However, Zelensky made it clear that he won’t leave his position. In a recent interview, when asked if he would resign, he replied, “No. Only the people of Ukraine can decide that.” He also mentioned he would consider stepping aside if Ukraine gets accepted into NATO, the military alliance. This situation is still developing, so keep following for more updates!

  • PM Modi Celebrates Sufi Heritage at Jahan-e-Khusrau

    PM Modi Celebrates Sufi Heritage at Jahan-e-Khusrau

    On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the Sufi tradition, calling it an important part of India’s culture. He spoke at the 25th Jahan-e-Khusrau event, which honors the famous Sufi poet Amir Khusrau. Modi highlighted that Sufi saints share a message of love and harmony. He noted that they appreciated both the Quran and the Vedas, showing their belief in unity among different religions.

    Modi named several well-known Sufi saints and poets like Nizamuddin Auliya, Rumi, and Raskhan, who wrote beautiful poems about God and Krishna, to emphasize their teachings on kindness and understanding. He explained how Khusrau, who lived in the 13th century, believed India was greater than any other country and valued its rich traditions and knowledge.

    The Prime Minister remembered his visit to Afghanistan, where he shared Rumi’s thoughts, emphasizing that Rumi felt he belonged to everywhere, not just one place. This idea ties closely to the saying “the world is a family.” Modi said such thoughts inspire him when he represents India around the globe.

    He also spoke about how art and music reflect a country’s culture. He enjoyed the performance at Jahan-e-Khusrau, which showcased their shared heritage. He expressed hope that Sufi traditions can help bring people together during difficult times.

    Modi ended by wishing everyone a blessed Ramzan, stating that Sufi teachings can fill both spiritual and worldly gaps among people.

  • U.S. Consumer Spending Drops: Impact on Interest Rates and Economy

    U.S. Consumer Spending Drops: Impact on Interest Rates and Economy

    In January, U.S. consumer spending took an unexpected dip, which might make it harder for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates just yet. Consumer spending, a big part of the U.S. economy, fell by 0.2% last month after a big rise of 0.8% in December, according to the U.S. government’s report. Economists had thought spending would increase by 0.1%, but the actual results were different.

    The drop in spending could be due to a few reasons. People may have already bought what they needed in December, when many were worried about higher prices from tariffs. Additionally, cold weather and snowstorms across the country, as well as wildfires in places like Los Angeles, probably hurt shopping. The unusual weather also slowed down construction jobs.

    Experts think that this news suggests the economy may grow slower at the beginning of the year, with predictions mostly below a 2% growth rate. Last quarter, the economy grew by 2.3%.

    Problems have also arisen from policies from President Trump, like tariffs and big budget cuts, leading to job losses for many federal workers. In his first month, Trump put tariffs on goods from China and said new tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada would begin soon. Other tariffs on steel, aluminum, and cars are also coming soon.

    Confidence among businesses and consumers is falling due to worries about these tariffs, which could increase costs for everyone. People believe prices will rise over the next year, and recent data shows that the costs of living (the PCE price index) increased by 0.3% in January. Over the past year, prices rose by 2.5%. If you take out food and energy prices, the core inflation rate was 2.6%.

    The Federal Reserve is keeping an eye on these price measures for their target of 2% inflation. Financial markets think the Fed might start to cut interest rates in June. Right now, their interest rate is between 4.25% and 4.50%, having decreased by a total of 1% since last September. Recent discussions have shown concerns about rising inflation due to Trump’s policies. Earlier, the Fed raised rates sharply in 2022 and 2023 to keep inflation in check.

  • Isha Foundation’s Legal Victory: Supreme Court Affirms High Court Ruling

    Isha Foundation’s Legal Victory: Supreme Court Affirms High Court Ruling

    On Friday, the Supreme Court decided not to interfere with a 2022 order from the Madras High Court that canceled a show cause notice against Isha Foundation. This foundation, started by spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, was accused of building without permission at Velliangiri Hills in Coimbatore between 2006 and 2014.

    The notice was issued on November 19, 2021, because Isha Foundation allegedly did not get the required environmental clearance (EC). The Madras High Court ruled in December 2022 that Isha Foundation is an “educational institution,” which means it does not need to follow some environmental rules.

    In the recent ruling, Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh said the yoga and meditation center of the foundation won’t face any harsh actions for now. However, they reminded Isha Foundation to follow all environmental rules given by the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB).

    The judges made it clear that their decision should not be seen as permission for illegal building practices, as it was based on the special circumstances of this case.

    During the hearing, Tamil Nadu’s advocate general, PS Raman, explained that the government just wanted to ensure their ruling doesn’t act as a “forever pass” and should not prevent future inspections of the property. The Supreme Court agreed, emphasizing there is no free pass when it comes to following environmental laws.

    Earlier this year, the Supreme Court criticized TNPCB for taking too long to challenge the High Court’s 2022 decision. The court wanted to know why the state didn’t act sooner, saying, “When the state comes late, we become suspicious.”

  • Rescue Missions Ongoing After Avalanche Traps Workers in Uttarakhand

    Rescue Missions Ongoing After Avalanche Traps Workers in Uttarakhand

    On Friday, rescuers worked hard to save many Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers stuck after an avalanche hit in Chamoli, Uttarakhand. The avalanche was caused by a glacier burst and happened near Mana village, close to the India-Tibet border and about five kilometers from the famous Badrinath temple.

    Mana village is at a high altitude of 3,200 meters. The avalanche buried eight containers and one shed with 57 workers inside. Some of the containers have been found, but rescuers are still looking for the others.

    By Friday evening, at least 16 workers were rescued, according to Uttarakhand’s Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. Thankfully, there have been no reports of anyone being injured.

    However, the rescue efforts are challenging because of rain and snowfall, which are making it hard for helicopters to help. Images shared on social media showed army personnel carrying a person on a stretcher through deep snow, with more snow still falling. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy snowfall, expecting more than 12 centimeters (5 inches) in the area.

    Teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are also facing delays in reaching the workers due to the harsh weather.

    This situation reminds us of a tragic event in February 2021 when a glacier collapse in Uttarakhand claimed the lives of at least 80 people, and another avalanche in 2022 caused 16 deaths.

  • Supreme Court Reviews Vadhavan Port’s Environmental Impact in Maharashtra

    Supreme Court Reviews Vadhavan Port’s Environmental Impact in Maharashtra

    New Delhi – The Supreme Court of India recently told the government to think about getting experts to help protect the environment from possible damage caused by the Vadhavan port in Maharashtra. A group of judges, including Justices Abhay S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan, looked at a report about the port from the attorney general, R. Venkataramani. The report stated that no major construction work is happening right now.

    The judges said, “The attorney general has shared a detailed report about the Vadhavan Port project. Currently, only land acquisition work is moving forward, and they expect to have the physical possession of the land by October 2025. Road construction is also set to begin in October 2025.”

    They further explained that a survey for land reclamation (where land is added or reclaimed from the sea) is planned for July 2025, starting after the land for the shore area is acquired. The court emphasized that land acquisition would still need to follow any further decisions made in this case.

    The issue will be discussed again on May 6. The court suggested that the government looks into having experts involved and allowed them to come to the court if they need guidance.

    This discussion arose because the National Fishworkers Forum and Conservation Action Trust appealed against a previous decision by the Bombay High Court. They challenged a certificate that allowed construction for the new port at Vadhavan, which the Dahanu Taluka Environment Protection Authority had issued. This authority had given a “no objection certificate” to the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority for developing this new greenfield port.

    In June last year, the government approved the building of a ₹76,200 crore all-weather deep draft major port at Vadhavan. This project will be built by the Vadhavan Port Project Limited company, a partnership between the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority and the Maharashtra Maritime Board, with shares of 74% and 26%, respectively.

  • Zimbabwe Court Denies Bail to Journalist; Concerns Over Press Freedom Grow

    Zimbabwe Court Denies Bail to Journalist; Concerns Over Press Freedom Grow

    A court in Zimbabwe refused to give bail to Blessed Mhlanga, a journalist working for Heart and Soul Television. He was arrested after interviewing a member of the ruling party who asked President Emmerson Mnangagwa to resign. The court believes that the comments made in the interview could cause violence and unrest in the country.

    Blessed Geza, the party official who made the remarks, said Mnangagwa should “leave in peace” or face actions from the people based on the law. Police are also trying to arrest Geza, who has gone into hiding, and they have detained his wife.

    Trevor Ncube, the chairman of Alpha Media Holdings, which owns Heart and Soul Television, said it is unfair and heartbreaking that Mhlanga is still in jail. He believes that Mhlanga was just doing his job as a journalist, which is protected by the law. Ncube expressed concern that the court does not respect freedom of expression and press freedom. He said, “Sadly, President Mnangagwa controls the courts, military, and police, so they can do whatever they want.”

    Mhlanga will return to court on March 14.