NASA’s Crew-10 astronauts have arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) to replace Crew-9 members, including Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore. The new team reached the ISS aboard SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft. Williams and Wilmore have been in space for over nine months due to technical issues with their Starliner capsule. They will return to Earth on Wednesday along with two other astronauts. The Crew-10 team, from the US, Russia, and Japan, will stay at the ISS for six months. Williams expressed excitement about returning home to her family and pets after the extended mission.

Aamir Khan introduced his girlfriend, Gauri Spratt, to the media on his birthday eve. Gauri, from Bengaluru, has a six-year-old son and now works with Aamir’s production house. During the event, Aamir joked about Salman Khan also finding a Gauri, saying, "Salman kya dhoondhega ab?" He shared that he and Gauri have known each other for 25 years but reconnected recently. Aamir, previously married to Reena Dutta and Kiran Rao, said he no longer wants to hide his relationship. Meanwhile, Salman, who turns 60 this year, remains Bollywood’s most eligible bachelor.

The US carried out air strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, killing at least 31 people. The Houthis called it “aggression” and promised to respond with more attacks in the Red Sea. They say they will keep targeting ships until Israel lifts its Gaza blockade. President Trump warned of more strikes if the attacks continue. Iran condemned the US action, while Russia urged peace talks. Global trade remains disrupted as shipping companies avoid the Red Sea. The conflict is escalating, with fears of more violence in the region.

NASA astronaut Nick Hague welcomed the newly arrived SpaceX Crew-10 to the International Space Station in a playful manner—by donning a grey alien mask. As the capsule docked, Hague floated around in a black hoodie, gesturing dramatically, creating a humorous moment captured on NASA’s live stream. The prank quickly gained traction online, with users joking about “real aliens” on the ISS. Meanwhile, stranded astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, stuck since June 2024 due to Boeing Starliner issues, are finally set to return to Earth this week. SpaceX Crew-10’s arrival marks a long-awaited shift for the station’s crew.

At least 34 people have died as powerful storms swept through Missouri, Arkansas, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Mississippi. The storms left buildings in ruins and knocked out power for hundreds of thousands. In Arkansas, 29 people were injured. Oklahoma reported deaths linked to wildfires. Nearly 9 million people are under tornado watches, and over 82 million face strong wind warnings. The storms are now moving east, with Georgia bracing for flash floods and tornadoes. In Texas, wildfires have burned thousands of acres. Emergency teams are working to clear debris and restore power in the affected areas.

In February 2025, President Donald Trump implemented 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada, along with a 10% tariff on Chinese goods, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing. These tariffs have driven up consumer prices, with estimates showing an annual increase of $2,400 per person. The agricultural sector faces higher costs, leading to rising grocery bills. Economists warn of potential inflation and reduced U.S. business competitiveness. While Trump's supporters praise his trade policies, economic uncertainties could influence voter sentiment in upcoming elections. The tariffs have sparked debates on their long-term economic impact and geopolitical consequences.

A company is facing backlash for strict Holi rules. A Reddit post showed a manager’s message banning colours at work and denying leave. Employees arriving with Holi colours would be marked absent. The company called Holi a "Business Critical Day" and warned against falling sick or having emergencies. A "sandwich salary deduction" policy would cut extra pay for leave around holidays. The post went viral, with people calling it toxic work culture. Many criticised the rules, saying emergencies cannot be controlled. Some even suggested mass resignations as a protest against the company’s strict policies.

On March 16, 2025, U.S. Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard arrived in India as part of her Indo-Pacific tour. This marks her first visit to India since assuming office and highlights growing intelligence ties between the two nations. Gabbard will participate in a high-level security conference led by India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, focusing on counterterrorism efforts and intelligence-sharing mechanisms. The meeting includes intelligence chiefs from Australia, Germany, New Zealand, and other partner nations, aiming to strengthen global security cooperation and address emerging transnational threats.  

Fire at the Pulse nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia, killed 59 people and injured over 155. The fire started around 2:30 AM when sparks from pyrotechnics hit a flammable ceiling. The club was packed with 1,500 people attending a concert by hip-hop duo DNK. Videos showed people trying to put out the fire instead of evacuating. Authorities arrested the club owner and issued more warrants. Many victims were between 14 and 24 years old. The government plans seven days of mourning and inspections of public venues. Eighteen injured people are in critical condition.

Tragic accident in Vadodara claimed the life of 35-year-old Hemali Patel and left her husband, Purav Patel, critically injured. The couple was riding a scooter with their daughter when a speeding car hit them in the Karelibaug area. Five others were also injured. The driver, Rakshit Chaurasia, a law student, was allegedly intoxicated. A viral video showed him acting strangely. He has been arrested and charged with culpable homicide. Witnesses say the car was moving at high speed. One of the injured, Vikas Kevlani, has called for strict action to prevent such accidents.