US Congressman Brandon Gill criticized a Patidar community volleyball match in the US as “casteist,” warning against “foreign class allegiances.” Indian-Americans strongly opposed his remarks, accusing him of fueling anti-India and anti-Hindu sentiment. Gill’s comments targeted Dylan Patel, a Gujarati founder, for praising the community event. Patel and others defended the gathering as a cultural reunion, not caste-based discrimination. Hindu American Foundation’s Suhag Shukla condemned Gill’s statement, highlighting the dangers of misusing the term “caste.” Gill, known for controversial views, also plans a bill to put Donald Trump’s face on the $100 bill.

Russia welcomed the US decision to halt military aid to Ukraine, calling it the "best contribution to peace." Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said this could push Kyiv toward negotiations. The suspension, announced Monday, immediately impacts hundreds of millions of dollars in weapons shipments. The US has been Ukraine’s primary military supplier since Russia’s invasion in February 2023. Peskov emphasized that Moscow would monitor the situation on the ground. The decision follows tensions between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, raising concerns about Ukraine’s defense capabilities.

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan revealed he switched off his TV during India's Champions Trophy match against New Zealand, thinking the team would lose. However, India staged a dramatic comeback, winning by 44 runs. "Hum to soche khel haar jayenge... par jeet gaye hum, kya baat hai INDIA!!!" he posted on X, delighting fans. As India faces Australia in the semi-final on March 4, excitement builds. Meanwhile, Big B praised Ranbir Kapoor’s ARKS sneakers, calling them "comfortable" in a heartfelt note. He will next appear in Ramayana alongside Ranbir Kapoor.

US President Donald Trump has refused to discuss a minerals deal with Ukraine until President Volodymyr Zelensky "goes in front of cameras and makes an explicit public apology." Trump, who has paused all military aid to Ukraine, was set to meet Zelensky at the White House. However, the meeting turned into a heated argument, and Zelensky walked out. Trump later claimed Zelensky "disrespected the United States of America in its cherished Oval Office." The minerals deal was meant to secure American access to Ukraine’s resources. Zelensky has said Ukraine is open to talks, but tensions remain high.

Ukraine has condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to pause military aid, calling it a move that helps Russia. Oleksandr Merezhko, a senior Ukrainian lawmaker, said stopping aid now is like pushing Ukraine to surrender to Russia’s demands. The decision follows a tense meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, where Trump accused Ukraine of not being grateful enough. Merezhko compared the situation to the 1938 Munich Agreement, saying it weakens Ukraine’s morale. European allies worry the pause will leave Ukraine vulnerable as it continues to fight against Russia.

The US has paused all military aid to Ukraine, dealing a major blow to Kyiv and its allies. President Donald Trump’s decision could weaken Ukraine’s defence against Russia. The US had previously supplied advanced weapons like Patriot missiles and HIMARS. European nations now provide most of Ukraine’s aid, but they cannot fully replace US support. Intelligence sharing and equipment maintenance may also be affected. Experts believe Trump wants to push Ukraine into peace talks. European leaders hope the pause is temporary, as Ukraine struggles to defend itself without US help.

Gal Gadot has denied claims that she refused to present the Best Documentary Oscar to No Other Land, a film about Palestinian suffering. A viral social media post suggested the Israeli actress abstained due to her pro-Israel stance. However, her spokesperson told Daily Mail that she was never assigned to present the award. Instead, Selena Gomez and Samuel L. Jackson gave the award to director Basel Adra. In his speech, Adra criticized US President Donald Trump’s policy on Gaza and called for an end to the “ethnic cleansing” of Palestinians. Trump had earlier proposed rebuilding Gaza.

Canada will impose 25% tariffs on C$155 billion ($107 billion) worth of U.S. goods starting Tuesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced. The move retaliates against U.S. President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports. "Our tariffs will remain in place until the U.S. trade action is withdrawn," Trudeau stated, adding that Canada may introduce further non-tariff measures. Initially, C$30 billion in goods will be affected, with the remaining C$125 billion hit in 21 days. The escalating trade tensions between the two countries have sparked concerns over economic repercussions.

Ukraine has condemned US President Donald Trump’s decision to halt military aid, warning it could force Kyiv into surrendering to Russia. Trump defended the move, urging Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to negotiate peace, while suggesting he should be more “appreciative” of US assistance. European allies, including France and Germany, criticized the suspension, fearing it strengthens Russia. “This freeze looks like a push for capitulation,” a Ukrainian official said. The pause affects millions in military aid, raising concerns over Ukraine’s defense capabilities. Congressional Democrats slammed the decision as dangerous and unlawful.

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) recently revised its reported federal savings, reducing the total from $16.6 billion to $9.6 billion after identifying significant accounting errors. Notable discrepancies included an $8 billion saving attributed to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which was corrected to $8 million, and triple-counted $655 million cuts for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). Additionally, a $1.9 billion Treasury Department saving was mistakenly based on a contract canceled during the previous administration. Despite these corrections, DOGE now claims to have identified $65 billion in federal spending reductions, though the accuracy and transparency of these figures remain under scrutiny.