Donald Trump announced plans to cancel student visas of "Hamas sympathizers" and deport non-citizen protesters supporting Palestine in the US. A White House fact sheet stated he would direct the Justice Department to "aggressively prosecute terroristic threats, arson, vandalism, and violence against American Jews." Trump declared, "We will find you, and we will deport you." He also called US college campuses "infested with radicalism." The move is expected to fuel political debate, with critics warning of potential threats to free speech and civil rights. Trump's order is set to take effect in 2025 if he wins re-election.

Hamas will release 3 Israeli and 5 Thai hostages on Thursday as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal, Israeli officials confirmed. The Israelis set to be freed include Arbel Yehoud, 29, Agam Berger, 19, and Gadi Mozes, 80. The identities of the Thai nationals remain undisclosed. This marks the second exchange under the ongoing truce. The war, sparked by Hamas' October 7, 2023, attack, has left over 47,000 Palestinians dead and displaced 90% of Gaza’s population. The ceasefire has temporarily halted fighting, but tensions remain.

Luo Fuli, a 29-year-old AI prodigy, is the coder behind China’s sensational DeepSeek R1 AI chatbot. The app has taken the AI world by storm and surpassed ChatGPT in popularity. Luo, who started in a modest family, excelled at Beijing Normal University and Peking University. She worked as a researcher at Alibaba’s DAMO Academy before joining DeepSeek in 2022. Luo’s expertise in natural language processing was key to DeepSeek’s success. Her work gained attention from Xiaomi's founder, Lei Jun, who offered her a $1.4 million salary. Luo’s contributions are now being hailed as revolutionary in AI.

An Airbus A321 caught fire on a South Korean runway on Tuesday evening at Gimhae International Airport. The aircraft was preparing to take off for Hong Kong when a blaze started in the tail section. All 176 people on board, including passengers and crew, were evacuated. Seven people were injured, including four crew members with smoke inhalation and three passengers with back pain. Firefighters extinguished the flames after about an hour. The airport resumed normal operations the following day, though some flights were canceled. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

A Canadian report on Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder found no evidence linking his killing to a foreign state. Nijjar, a Canadian citizen, was shot outside a gurdwara in Surrey in June 2023. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had earlier accused India of involvement, claiming "credible information." India denied the allegations and called them baseless. The report also alleged India spread disinformation but admitted no proven link to a foreign state. The diplomatic row led to Canada expelling Indian diplomats and India recalling its high commissioner. Relations between the two countries remain tense over the incident.

OpenAI claims Chinese companies are copying its AI models to create rival products. The method, called "distillation," uses advanced AI to train cheaper models. OpenAI, backed by Microsoft, is investigating if its technology was used by DeepSeek, a Chinese firm whose chatbot is now topping app stores. OpenAI said it is taking steps to protect its intellectual property and called for US government help. DeepSeek’s launch shook US tech markets, wiping $1 trillion in value. The US Navy banned DeepSeek apps over security concerns. OpenAI stressed the need to stop copycat models in the global AI race.

Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is rebuilding her influence after the US stopped aid to Bangladesh. The aid cut weakens groups linked to interim leader Muhammad Yunus. Hasina’s Awami League remains united, with leaders and workers staying loyal. She uses encrypted platforms to communicate and hold virtual meetings. Her social media messages keep supporters motivated. Despite being in exile, Hasina is focused on regaining control. Party leaders believe her work for the country still earns her love and support. They are confident she will fight back when the time for elections arrives.

At least 30 people have died and 60 more were injured in a tragic crowd crush during the Kumbh Mela festival, one of the world’s largest religious gatherings. Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledged the tragedy and expressed condolences to the victims. Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos at the Ganges River bank, with belongings scattered as people tried to escape the crush. Officials had expected up to 100 million attendees for the ritual bathing day. Despite the chaos, tens of thousands continue to attempt the holy dip, but the atmosphere remains subdued.

Ukraine launched 104 drones targeting Russian oil and power facilities, according to Russia’s defense ministry. Drones targeted nine regions, including Smolensk and Kursk, where Ukrainian forces are active. A nuclear power plant was reportedly among the targets, though it remains operational. Debris from a destroyed drone caused a fire at an oil refinery in Nizhny Novgorod. Flights temporarily halted at Kazan and Pulkovo airports have resumed. Meanwhile, Ukraine reports downing 29 of 57 Russian drones launched overnight, with attacks damaging buildings in Odesa's port area. Both sides continue escalating drone warfare amidst ongoing conflict.

A tragic stampede during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Mauni Amavasya claimed 15 lives and left several injured. Lakhs had gathered for the auspicious Amrit Snan at the Sangam, resulting in chaotic crowding. Emergency teams rushed to the site, transferring the injured to a central hospital within the Mela grounds. Akharas called off their traditional Amrit Snan, while announcements urged pilgrims to vacate the ghats. Prime Minister Modi reviewed the situation with CM Yogi Adityanath, emphasizing immediate support measures. Enhanced crowd management and medical facilities remain priorities amid this tragedy.