Donald Trump attended the opening night of Chicago at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts alongside Melania Trump. The appearance marked a rare joint visit by the couple to the iconic venue ahead of its upcoming renovation closure, drawing public attention and crowd reactions during the high-profile performance. 


Donald Trump Attends Chicago Opening At John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts 

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at restricting mail-in voting nationwide, sparking strong reactions from state officials and voting rights advocates. The move is part of a broader push to tighten election procedures ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, with critics arguing the order could face legal challenges over states’ authority to administer elections.


Donald Trump Signs Order To Restrict Mail-In Voting Nationwide

A Russian Antonov An-26 military transport aircraft has crashed in Crimea, killing all 29 people on board, including crew and passengers, according to the Russian Defence Ministry. Contact with the aircraft was lost during a routine flight before it reportedly struck a cliff. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, with early indications pointing to a possible technical failure.


Russian Antonov An-26 Military Transport Aircraft Crash Kills 29 In Crimea

US President Donald Trump has said that securing the Strait of Hormuz is “not our job,” signaling a potential shift in Washington’s approach to protecting one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes. His remarks come amid ongoing tensions in the Gulf region linked to the US-Iran conflict, raising fresh questions about regional security responsibilities and the impact on global energy supply lines.


US President Says Securing the Strait of Hormuz is Not Our Job

Pete Hegseth had no knowledge of actions taken by his financial broker related to a reported attempt to invest in a defense-focused fund before the Iran conflict, the Pentagon has said. Officials rejected the claims as “false and fabricated,” stressing that neither Hegseth nor his representatives approached the investment firm and calling for a retraction of the report.

Pentagon Says Hegseth Had No Knowledge of Broker's Action

US President Donald Trump has said American forces could leave Iran “very soon,” suggesting the conflict may end within two to three weeks even without a formal agreement with Tehran. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated the war is expected to conclude in “weeks, not months,” signaling Washington believes its military objectives are close to being achieved as regional tensions continue.


US-Iran War: Markets Pricing In A War Resolution? 

The global artificial intelligence boom, which has powered record highs in equity markets, is now facing a fresh challenge.


 AI Boom Faces Heat From Gulf Crisis 

A major overhaul of pan-related rules comes into effect from April 1, with the Indian Government tightening norms to track high-value transactions and curb tax evasion.
The new framework expands the role of pan across financial activities, while also revising thresholds for cash, property, and luxury spending.
From applying for a pan card to making big-ticket purchases, the changes will impact millions of taxpayers and businesses across India.
The motive behind these changes is to bring more transactions into the formal economy and improve transparency.
Let’s look what these changes are.

New Pan Rules to Tighten Financial Tracking

Airlines Globally Are Grappling With a Sharp Surge in Jet Fuel Costs Triggered by the Iran War.
Fuel Prices Have Nearly Doubled in Just Three Weeks and Now Account for Over 40 Percent of Airline Operating Expenses.
Analysts Estimate a 400 Million Dollar Hit Per US Carrier This Quarter Alone.

Airlines Hit Turbulence From Fuel Spike

Donald Trump has rejected the need for congressional approval for a privately funded ballroom project, arguing that the initiative does not require legislative oversight because it would rely on non-government financing. The proposal has sparked debate over executive authority, transparency, and the role of Congress in approving major developments linked to federal properties and presidential initiatives.


Donald Trump Rejects Need for Congress on Privately Funded Ballroom

A missile launched from Yemen toward Israel has heightened tensions in the Middle East as the regional conflict widens. The attack was reportedly carried out by Iran-aligned Houthi movement, marking a new front in the ongoing war.


Israel-Yemen War: Missile Fired From Yemen Toward Israel As Middle East Tensions Rise 

Pakistan and China have called for the restoration of safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Both countries stressed the importance of keeping critical global energy routes open and urged restraint to prevent further escalation that could disrupt international shipping and oil supplies. 


Pakistan, China Call for Restoring Navigation in Strait of Hormuz

"Fakhar Zaman has been suspended for two HBL PSL matches after he was found guilty of a Level 3 offence for breaching Article 2.14 of the applicable Code of Conduct for Players and Player Support Personnel during the Lahore Qalandars v Karachi Kings match on Sunday," PSL said in a media release.


Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman Found Guilty For Ball Tempering; Banned From Two PSL Match

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has launched fresh airstrikes in Beirut, with explosions reported across parts of the city amid escalating regional tensions. The strikes are believed to target infrastructure linked to Iran-aligned groups, highlighting the widening footprint of the conflict beyond Gaza and southern Lebanon.


Israel-Lebanon War: IDF Launches Fresh Air Strikes in Beirut As Blasts Echo in City 

Microsoft is facing a second major investigation in the United Kingdom over its cloud software licensing practices. The probe by the Competition and Markets Authority will examine whether Microsoft’s licensing terms make it harder or more expensive for businesses to run its software on rival cloud platforms.


Microsoft Aces Second Major UK Investigation Over Cloud Licensing 

NASA has begun the official countdown for the next launch under its Artemis program aimed at returning humans to the Moon. The mission marks a key step in testing systems that will carry astronauts on future lunar expeditions. The Artemis launch is expected to pave the way for long-term human presence on the Moon and future missions to Mars.


NASA Artemis Mission: Nasa Begins Countdown For Moon Launch 

A drone attack has reportedly targeted Kuwait International Airport, raising fresh concerns over aviation security in the Gulf region. At the same time, reports indicate fuel tanks at Iranian targets have caught fire amid escalating strikes linked to the widening regional conflict. The developments mark another sharp escalation in tensions as attacks increasingly affect critical infrastructure across West Asia.


Breaking: Drone Attack Targets Kuwait Airport; Fuel Tanks on Fire on Iranian Targets

Israel's parliament passed a law on Monday making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military courts of deadly attacks, fulfilling a pledge by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right allies. The law would only apply ​to Israelis convicted of murder whose attacks aimed at "ending Israel's existence", meaning it would mete out the death penalty for Palestinians but not for Jewish Israelis who committed similar crimes, critics ‌say.


Israel Sets Death Penalty Law For Palestinians Convicted of Deadly Attacks

A tanker has been struck by an “unknown projectile” off the coast of Qatar, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations. The impact reportedly damaged the vessel’s hull above the waterline, though crew members were safe and no environmental damage was reported.


Breaking | UK Agency: Tanker Hit by 'Unknown Projectile' Off Qatar

Iran has reportedly launched cluster munition strikes targeting multiple Israeli cities as the Israel-Iran war intensifies, raising fresh concerns about civilian safety and escalation across the region. According to reports and rights groups, cluster-warhead missiles have been used repeatedly during the conflict, though Tehran has denied the allegations. 


Israel-Iran War: Iran Pummels with Israeli Cities With Lethal Cluster Munitions

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said there is potential for a direct meeting between the United States and Iran at some point, even as indirect communications continue during the ongoing conflict. His remarks come amid escalating tensions in the US-Iran war and growing diplomatic efforts to explore possible negotiations alongside military developments across the region.


US-Iran War | Rubio: Potential for Direct Meeting with Iran at Some Point

A major global review analysing more than 100 studies has found strong evidence linking vaping to serious health risks, including lung and oral cancer. Researchers warn that chemicals in e-cigarette vapor can damage lung tissue and oral cells, potentially increasing cancer risk over time.


Vaping Causes Lung And Oral Cancer, Over 100 Studies Across The World Analysed 

A powerful gas explosion ripped through a chemical plant in Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan, triggering a massive fire and killing several workers.


Russia Plant Blast: Deadly Gas Explosion At Tatarstan Chemical Plant 

US President Donald Trump has said gasoline prices will “come tumbling down” once the United States withdraws from Iran, linking rising fuel costs to the ongoing conflict in the region. His remarks come as Washington signals it could leave Iran within weeks amid continued tensions involving Israel and Iran, raising questions about the war’s timeline and its impact on global energy markets.


US-Iran War | Trump: Gas Prices Will Come Tumbling Down Once US Leaves Iran 

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