In compliance with a directive from the Calcutta High Court, the West Bengal Police relinquished custody of suspended Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). Shahjahan is implicated in allegedly instigating a mob attack on Enforcement Directorate officers during a raid related to a multi-crore ration distribution scam in Sandeshkhali. The CBI will now spearhead the investigation into the attack, which transpired on January 5. Despite initial reluctance from the Bengal Police, Shahjahan's transfer to CBI custody ensued after the High Court's scathing remarks questioning the police's impartiality in the case.          

Russia reportedly attempted to assassinate Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky with a missile strike on his motorcade during his visit to Odesa, Ukraine. The attack occurred while Zelensky was meeting Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. Despite the missile strike, both meetings proceeded as planned. The Greek PM described witnessing sirens and explosions near the end of their meeting. Reports suggest the missile strike prompted advisories for Odesa residents to seek shelter, with casualties reported. This incident follows Zelensky's claims of surviving multiple Kremlin assassination attempts.          

Russia and China are actively exploring a joint venture to install a nuclear reactor on the Moon by 2035, according to Yury Borisov, CEO of Russia's space agency, Roscosmos. The ambitious project, discussed at the World Youth Festival, envisions an automated mission with technological solutions nearly ready. The collaboration stems from a 2021 memorandum, leading to the creation of the International Lunar Research Station. China's Chang'e missions, starting in 2026, will pave the way for a robotic base for remote experiments. The entire lunar project is expected to conclude by 2028.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has declared a ₹10 lakh reward for information on the suspect involved in the Rameshwaram Cafe blast in Bengaluru. Shared on social media, a CCTV image reveals the suspect in a grey shirt, black pants, and beige cap just moments before the explosion. Despite the Karnataka Chief Minister's optimism, the NIA's reward hints at a lack of leads. The "golden hour" for apprehension may have lapsed, as the suspect was captured entering and leaving the cafe and disembarking from a bus. The blast on March 1 injured at least nine people.

UK's Shadow Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner MP, alongside Navendu Mishra MP (Labour), visited India to enhance relations between the Labour Party and various sectors. The delegation, including Councillor Vimal Choksi, engaged with political leaders, business figures, and faith communities in New Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Agra. Meetings with Vice-President Dhankhar and Minister Jaishankar underscored the commitment to meaningful engagement. Economic ties were fortified through discussions with Indian business leaders, while the visit to the Dholera solar park showcased shared interests in renewable energy. The delegation's focus on women's empowerment and community engagement reflects Labour's commitment to inclusivity and understanding the diverse communities in the UK.

Baywatch, the iconic lifeguard series, is set for a reboot 25 years after its original run, as confirmed by Fremantle. The new version, airing on Fox, will retain the original production team, with showrunner Lara Olsen at the helm. While the return of original cast members like David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson remains uncertain, Erika Eleniak, who played Shauni McClain, expressed openness to a comeback in 2020. The reboot's success may hinge on the storyline, according to Eleniak. The popular show originally ran for 11 seasons from 1989 to 1999, gaining global viewership.

A 30-year-old man from Hyderabad, Mohammed Asfan, was killed in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine after being deceived into joining the Russian Army. Asfan's family sought assistance from AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, but the Indian Embassy in Moscow confirmed his death. He leaves behind a wife and two children. Asfan was among several Indians tricked by fraudulent agents to assist the Russian Army. This tragedy follows the death of another Indian, Hamil Mangukiya from Gujarat, who was also misled into working for the Russian military and died in an airstrike.

Fly91, a new airline co-founded by former Kingfisher Airlines senior executive Manoj Chako, has been granted the Air Operator's Certificate (AOC) by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The airline, operating under the brand name FLY91, successfully completed its inaugural flight from Manohar International Airport, Mopa in Goa to Bengaluru on March 2. With its NOC obtained in April last year and recent completion of test flights, Fly91 is poised to connect tier 2 and tier 3 towns across India, marking a significant milestone in India's aviation sector.          

NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, and Jeanette Epps, along with Russia's Alexander Grebenkin, hugged as they boarded the International Space Station via a SpaceX Dragon capsule. They replace astronauts from the US, Denmark, Japan, and Russia for a half-year mission. The new crew will oversee the arrival of NASA-ordered rocketships, including Boeing's Starliner capsule with test pilots and Sierra Space's Dream Chaser. The collaborative effort marks a milestone in international space cooperation.

Nikki Haley, former South Carolina Governor and ex-US ambassador to the UN, is set to withdraw from the Republican presidential race, paving the way for former President Donald Trump. Haley, the final major contender Trump defeated in the GOP primary, was part of a crowded field during which Trump notably skipped debates and had a lighter early-state travel schedule. Trump's dominance included winning 14 out of 15 GOP contests on Super Tuesday. Haley's exit solidifies Trump's position as a frontrunner in the Republican race.