India’s nuclear sector has been praised as one of the most dynamic globally by Rafael Mariano Grossi, the Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Speaking at the 67th IAEA General Conference, Grossi highlighted India’s substantial advancements in nuclear energy and its commitment to utilizing nuclear technology for sustainable development. India’s role in promoting nuclear energy safety and its growing infrastructure in the sector were also acknowledged. The nation’s efforts are seen as integral in addressing global energy demands and climate goals while ensuring nuclear safety and security.

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are finally returning to Earth after spending 9 months aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Their journey, originally planned for 8 days, was extended due to propulsion issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule. They undocked from the ISS at 1:05 AM ET, beginning a 17-hour journey home. Williams’ ancestral village in India is preparing Diwali-like celebrations to welcome her back. NASA confirmed the successful launch of their return mission, marking the end of an extended yet historic stay in space.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha in New Delhi, discussing bilateral ties and efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Their meeting, held during the Raisina Dialogue, preceded a key phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on a ceasefire. Jaishankar appreciated Ukraine’s insights on peace talks, while Sybiha highlighted expanding diplomatic ties, inaugurating Ukraine’s consulate in Mumbai. They also signed a protocol for visa-free travel for officials. Sybiha praised India’s technological advancements, stressing future cooperation between the two nations.

Ranjani Srinivasan, an Indian doctoral student at Columbia University, fled to Canada after US immigration agents visited her home twice. Her student visa was revoked on March 5 for allegedly advocating terrorism, a claim she denies. The crackdown followed protests over Israel’s actions in Gaza. Fearing detention like fellow student Mahmoud Khalil, she used the CBP Home App to self-deport on March 11. US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem called it "good riddance." Srinivasan argues her visa was canceled unfairly, leading to her expulsion from Columbia.

India strongly rejected Pakistan’s criticism of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks on Jammu and Kashmir in his podcast with Lex Fridman. The Ministry of External Affairs called Pakistan the “biggest roadblock” to regional peace, accusing it of cross-border terrorism. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal demanded Pakistan vacate Indian territory under its “illegal and forcible occupation.” Pakistan’s Foreign Office had termed PM Modi’s comments “misleading.” The diplomatic row intensified as US official Tulsi Gabbard highlighted “Islamist terrorism” as a common threat. PM Modi reiterated India’s commitment to peace but blamed Pakistan for rejecting peace overtures.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote to NASA astronaut Sunita Williams, expressing pride in her achievements as she returns to Earth after nine months in space. Modi stated that 1.4 billion Indians admire her resilience and perseverance. In his letter, dated March 1, he recalled meeting her father in 2016 and conveyed blessings for her journey. Williams, along with Butch Wilmore, undocked from the International Space Station for a 17-hour trip back. Modi also invited Williams to visit India after her return, calling her "one of India's most illustrious daughters." The nation awaits her safe homecoming.

On Sunday, a "grenade-like object" was hurled at the residence of Jalandhar-based YouTuber Rozer Sandhu, though it did not detonate. Pakistani gangster Shahzad Bhatti claimed responsibility, alleging Sandhu's content was offensive to Islam. Subsequently, 21-year-old Hardik Kamboj was apprehended in Yamunanagar, Haryana, and confessed to the act. During a weapon recovery operation in Jalandhar, Kamboj attempted to flee and opened fire on police; he was injured in the ensuing exchange and hospitalized. Authorities are investigating potential accomplices and considering Bhatti's threats of further violence if arrests are made.

A tragic road accident in Osceola County, Florida, claimed the lives of three members of a family from Telangana's Ranga Reddy district. The victims were identified as 34-year-old software professional Pragathi Reddy, her 56-year-old mother-in-law Suneetha, and her five-year-old son Arvin. The incident occurred when a pickup truck, traveling on the wrong side of the road, collided head-on with their SUV. Pragathi's husband, Rohit Reddy, who was driving, and their nine-month-old son survived with injuries. The family was returning home after a weekend trip when the crash happened. Pragathi had moved to the US in 2012 for her MS and married Rohit in December 2016.

The family of Sudiksha Konanki, a 20-year-old Indian student missing in the Dominican Republic since March 6, has asked local police to declare her dead. Despite an extensive search, her body has not been found. Authorities have confiscated the passport of Joshua Steven Riibe, the last person seen with her, though he is not a suspect. Konanki, a permanent U.S. resident, disappeared from a Punta Cana beach after a night out. Her parents, trusting the investigation, acknowledged no suspected foul play. U.S. and Dominican authorities continue their probe into the case.

At the Raisina Dialogue 2025, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar criticized Western nations for their double standards in global diplomacy. He highlighted how Pakistan's 1947 invasion of Kashmir was reframed as a bilateral dispute, equating the aggressor with the victim. Jaishankar identified countries like the UK, Canada, Belgium, Australia, and the USA as complicit in this misrepresentation. He emphasized that even smaller nations can pose significant risks by exploiting global disorder, indirectly referencing Pakistan's actions. Jaishankar also underscored the necessity for a fair and consistent international order, advocating for a strong yet impartial United Nations to ensure global stability.