An avalanche hit an Army construction site near Mana village, India-China border, trapping 55 workers under six feet of snow. Twenty-two workers remain missing while 33 were rescued amid heavy snowfall and extreme conditions. Rescue operations continue, and affected workers are being treated.
PM Narendra Modi and EU leader Ursula von der Leyen emphasized a just and lasting peace in Ukraine and reiterated their support for the two-State solution for Israel and Palestine. Their stance aligns with the recent UN amendments led by France, focusing on respect for sovereignty and international law.
Sanjay Bhandari’s appeal against extradition to India was successful due to potential risks of extortion, torture, and an unfair trial in Tihar jail. UK high court judges cited concerns over overcrowding, understaffing, and the frequent occurrence of extortion and mistreatment by prison officials.
February 2025 experienced the highest temperatures since 1901, with IMD predicting March to May will also be unusually warm, impacting crops in India. Most regions anticipate above-normal heatwave days, posing risks to vulnerable populations, especially the elderly and children.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the Jahan-e-Khusrau event in New Delhi, emphasized the deep connection between a nation’s culture and its music. He highlighted the unique identity of the Sufi tradition in India and praised the event’s 25-year legacy. Modi also acknowledged India’s shared heritage through performances like Nazr-e-Krishna and extended greetings for the upcoming month of Ramzan.
Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar is under opposition fire over the recent cabinet expansion. Critics argue that Nitish Kumar’s dominance in Bihar’s politics is waning as BJP takes a firmer grip, evident from the fact that all new ministers were from the BJP. Opposition leaders claim the BJP is using Nitish as a mask, while the JD(U) and BJP firmly rebut these allegations.