‘Premature to draw conclusions’: Tata Steel on Dutch govt’s plan to clean up plant; says talks on

India is set to host a two-day conclave of the 10-nation ASEAN grouping and its dialogue partners, focusing on developing a comprehensive strategy to combat terrorism and extremism. The experts working group (EWG) on counter-terrorism under the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) mechanism will also discuss the evolving regional security scenario. Co-chaired by India and Malaysia, the meeting will include delegations from ASEAN members, dialogue partners, Timor Leste, and the ASEAN Secretariat, with India leading...

An advocate representing the mosque side in Sambhal stated that the whitewashing of the Shahi Jama Masjid's outer wall began on Sunday following a directive from the Allahabad High Court to the ASI to complete the task within one week. The ASI team conducted measurements and assessments on March 13, in response to the court order. The mosque has been at the center of tensions in Sambhal since riots broke out in November last year,...

European countries are considering reinstating compulsory military service in response to US security disengagement and Moscow's aggression in Ukraine. Vladimir Putin's invasion in 2022 heightened fears of Russian aggression, prompting the need for 300,000 more troops in Europe to deter further threats, according to a study by Bruegel and the Kiel Institute. The Russian military's increased strength and hostile intent against the Baltic states and EU's eastern flank have raised concerns about the need to...

Russia and Ukraine engaged in heavy aerial attacks overnight, with both sides reporting over 100 enemy drones. Less than 24 hours after meeting with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss a ceasefire proposal, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed support for the truce but raised conditions. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy endorsed the 30-day ceasefire proposal but voiced concerns about Russia's commitment to the peace talks during virtual meetings with Western allies. Full Article

A navy fighter jet crashed during training exercises near Jialai town on the southern island of Hainan in Beijing, with the pilot escaping unhurt after successfully ejecting from the plane. The incident caused no damage on the ground, and the People's Liberation Army (PLA) is organizing forces to investigate the cause and deal with the aftermath of the crash. Full Article

President Donald Trump ordered airstrikes on Yemen's capital, Sanaa, to combat Iranian-backed Houthi rebels attacking maritime corridors, vowing to use "overwhelming lethal force." Trump emphasized protecting American assets and warned Iran to cease supporting the rebels. The airstrikes followed Houthi threats against Israeli vessels, with explosions reported in Sanaa, though the extent of the damage is unclear. Full Article