March 17, 2025 1:55 pm

Day: March 17, 2025

Modi Praises Trump’s Preparedness for Second Term, Discusses India’s Diplomatic Relations

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has commended U.S. President Donald Trump for being “far more prepared” in his second term, highlighting a clear road map for his administration. Speaking on a podcast with Lex Fridman, released on March 16, Modi emphasized Trump’s well-defined goals and praised his “America First” spirit, drawing parallels to his own […]

Trump and Putin to Discuss Ukraine Ceasefire on March 18 Amid Rising Tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on March 18 to explore a potential ceasefire in Ukraine. This follows positive discussions between U.S. and Russian officials in Moscow, raising hopes for progress in the three-year conflict. Trump aims to secure Putin’s support for a 30-day ceasefire proposal, already […]

Houthi Strikes on US Aircraft Carrier Escalate Tensions in the Red Sea

Yemen’s Houthi authorities have claimed responsibility for a series of drone and missile strikes targeting the US aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman on March 16. The attacks, described as retaliation for recent US airstrikes in Yemen, mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between the Houthis and the United States. Houthi military spokesperson […]

Trump Challenges Biden’s Pardons, Citing Autopen Use

In a bold move, former U.S. President Donald Trump has declared the 11th-hour pardons issued by his predecessor, Joe Biden, as “void, vacant, and of no further force or effect.” Trump’s statement, shared on his Truth Social platform on March 17, alleges that the pardons were invalid because they were signed using an autopen—a robotic […]

Ant-Man Set to Return in Avengers: Doomsday and Secret Wars

Paul Rudd, who portrays Ant-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), is keeping his cards close to his chest regarding his future in the franchise. As the Russo Brothers gear up to film Avengers: Doomsday, Rudd spoke to Collider while promoting his new film Death of a Unicorn, teasing his potential return. “They have my […]

‘Ne Zha 2’ Overtakes Star Wars to Become 5th Highest-Grossing Movie

In a stunning achievement, Ne Zha 2, the animated Chinese blockbuster, has overtaken Star Wars: The Force Awakens to become the 5th highest-grossing film of all time worldwide. As of Sunday, the film has grossed over RMB 14.86 billion ($2.054 billion) in China alone, according to Maoyan. When adding an additional $31 million from international […]

France Determined to Send Peacekeepers to Ukraine

Europe has always stood by Ukraine, and this time is no exception. France is now determined to send peacekeepers to Ukraine. French President Emmanuel Macron stated, “We will send peacekeepers to Ukraine even without Russia’s approval. If Ukraine invites allied forces to stay on its territory, it is not Russia’s decision to accept or reject […]

U.S. Intelligence Chief Tulsi in Delhi, Discussion to Include Bangladesh

U.S. National Intelligence (DNI) Chief Tulsi Gabbard has arrived in India as part of her Indo-Pacific tour. She landed in Delhi on Sunday and is set to attend a high-level meeting today. Intelligence chiefs from Australia, Germany, New Zealand, and other nations will also participate in the discussions. According to the Times of India, Tulsi […]

Modi Says: ‘My Childhood Was Spent in Poverty, I Had No Shoes for School’

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave an interview to American computer scientist and podcast host Lex Fridman on Sunday (March 16). During the discussion, Modi spoke on various topics, including his childhood. He revealed that he grew up in extreme poverty and did not even have shoes to wear to school. “One day, my uncle […]