Taiwan detects 15 Chinese military aircraft, 6 naval ships around nation

In northern Gaza, hundreds protested against Hamas in the largest anti-Hamas demonstration since the conflict with Israel began, demanding an end to the war and Hamas' rule. Armed Hamas militants dispersed the protestors, leading to clashes. Criticism of Hamas has grown in Gaza amid the ongoing conflict, with calls for the group to step aside to safeguard Palestinians' existence in the territory. Full Article

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy announced a truce with Russia concerning the Black Sea and energy strikes, effective immediately, but expressed concerns about Moscow's manipulation and distortion of the agreements. Zelenskiy stated he would seek U.S. President Donald Trump's assistance with weapons and sanctions if Russia violated the deals, emphasizing a lack of trust in Russia's commitment. The United States confirmed separate agreements with Ukraine and Russia to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea and...

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and CIA Director John Ratcliffe were questioned by Democrats at a Senate Intelligence Committee oversight hearing regarding The Atlantic's report that their editor-in-chief was mistakenly included in a group chat discussing U.S. military strikes against the Houthis in Yemen. Gabbard and Ratcliffe were both part of the chat, as confirmed by Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor. The grilling focused on the implications of the leaked conversation and the oversight of...

India has achieved a significant milestone in defence manufacturing, with 65% of equipment now made domestically, reducing import dependency. The country's defence production has surged to Rs 1.27 lakh crore in 2023-24, driven by the 'Make in India' initiative, showcasing self-reliance and high manufacturing standards. India aims to hit Rs 3 lakh crore in defence production by 2029, bolstered by the development of advanced military platforms and a diverse export portfolio. Full Article

The Chhattisgarh Police, along with central forces, eliminated a Maoist committee member with a ₹25 lakh reward and two others, bringing the total number of Left-wing extremists killed in 2025 to 100. The encounter occurred during an anti-Maoist operation in a forest on the Dantewada-Bijapur border, resulting in the death of Sudhir alias Murli, a key Maoist figure. This development precedes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Chhattisgarh on March 30. Full Article

Punjab Police booked Pastor Bajinder Singh for assault, wrongful restraint, and sexual harassment after complaints from two women, one of whom was seen in a viral video being slapped by him. The pastor was also accused of trying to strangle one woman and sexually harassing another, leading to multiple charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. The women alleged mistreatment and deception by Bajinder, who runs two churches and faces legal action for his alleged misconduct....