Soldier killed in encounter with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir

During the European leaders summit in Brussels, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to European leaders for their unwavering support in the fight against Russia's invasion, emphasizing that Ukraine is not alone. EU chiefs Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa also highlighted the importance of protecting Europe and Ukraine, noting that the continent faces a clear and present danger and must work towards lasting peace. Zelenskyy further thanked Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever...

British officials have engaged in talks with around 20 countries to form a "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine during a ceasefire, with a focus on European and Commonwealth partners. Efforts are in early stages, and discussions are ongoing about how countries might contribute. UK and France are leading the initiative to deploy troops to preserve a potential ceasefire, with Turkey and Ireland also indicating potential involvement in peacekeeping efforts. Full Article

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov criticized President Emmanuel Macron's comments about extending France's nuclear deterrent to other European countries, calling it a "threat". Lavrov also reiterated Russia's opposition to European forces being deployed in Ukraine if a peace agreement is reached. In response, Macron labeled Russia a threat and expressed concern about US involvement in the Ukraine conflict, prompting Russian President Vladimir Putin to warn against returning to past conflicts like Napoleon's invasion of the...

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake hit northern Chile near Antofagasta on Thursday, per the US Geological Survey (USGS). No immediate damage or tsunami warning was reported, and authorities are monitoring for aftershocks in the seismically active region. Chile, situated along the Pacific Ring of Fire, frequently experiences earthquakes, but so far, there have been no reports of casualties or significant impact from this recent quake. Full Article

Larsen & Toubro, a leading engineering firm, has announced a one-day paid menstrual leave for its female employees at its headquarters, benefiting around 5,000 women. The decision aligns L&T with companies like Swiggy and Zomato and was made by Chairman S N Subrahmanyan during an International Women’s Day event. Despite recent controversial remarks by Subrahmanyan, including advocating for a 90-hour workweek, the move reflects the growing trend of menstrual leave policies in India, with states...

President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia should choose a peace option in Ukraine that ensures long-term security and sustainable development. He emphasized the importance of selecting a solution that benefits Russia and guarantees peace for the country in the future. Putin reassured a mother of a fallen soldier that Russia has no intention of retreating from the conflict. Full Article