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An Iranian military helicopter crashed into a fruit and vegetable market in Dorcheh, Isfahan province, killing at least four people, including the pilot and co-pilot. The incident highlights Iran’s aging fleet amid sanctions limiting spare parts

Ninety-one countries and organisations have endorsed the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact following the AI Impact Summit 2026. The declaration promotes equitable, trustworthy and accessible AI, emphasising global cooperation, open ecosystems, digital infrastructure and inclusive growth under shared development principles

Ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s India visit, Canada has moved to revoke Tahawwur Rana’s citizenship, alleging he misrepresented residency details during his application. Extradited to India in 2025 for his role in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks, Rana is contesting the decision in court

The United States said Pakistan has the right to defend itself after airstrikes on alleged militant camps near the Afghanistan border. India condemned the strikes over reported civilian casualties and reiterated support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty

Shimron Hetmyer and Rovman Powell powered West Indies to 254/6 as they defeated Zimbabwe by 107 runs in a T20 World Cup Super Eights match in Mumbai. Zimbabwe were bowled out for 147 despite Brad Evans’ late resistance

The Board of Peace meeting to rebuild Gaza, held in the absence of any Palestinian representative, is a farce

Bangladesh President Mohammed Shahabuddin alleged exclusion from key discussions during Muhammad Yunus’s interim government, claiming conspiracies to destabilise the country and create a constitutional vacuum, and asserting that he was kept unaware of foreign trips, ordinances, and state agreements

Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, aka El Mencho, was killed in a military operation, disrupting the Jalisco New Generation cartel’s drug operations. His death curbs Mexican-Chinese cartel activities in Indian waters, aiding agencies in combating high-value meth trafficking

A Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) leader, Shafiqur Rahman, was injured in a shooting in Dhaka’s Kalabagan, amid post-election violence following Tarique Rahman’s government formation. Human Rights Support Society reports widespread injuries and property damage nationwide

The Embassy of India in Mexico advised Indians to stay indoors across violence-hit Mexican states after troops killed cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel during a security operation in Jalisco

Mexico’s army killed Jalisco cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, prompting retaliatory violence nationwide. The operation, aided by U.S. intelligence cooperation, marks a major blow to organized crime but raises uncertainty over cartel succession and future security risks

Mexican forces killed Jalisco cartel chief El Mencho in a major military operation, triggering violent reprisals across several states. US officials welcomed the move while issuing advisories, as analysts warned of potential cartel fragmentation and further unrest.

England registered a commanding 51-run win over Sri Lanka in the Super Eights match at Pallekele, led by Phil Salt’s 62 and fine bowling from Jofra Archer and Will Jacks. Sri Lanka were bowled out for 95

India’s batting collapsed against South Africa in the Super Eights match of the T20 World Cup in Ahmedabad. Despite Jasprit Bumrah’s fine bowling, the hosts were bowled out for 111 and lost by 76 runs

Even the most ardent advocates of remote work often admit to feeling isolated, struggling to maintain professional momentum, or wondering if their contributions are visible in the virtual crowd

Only by democratising AI can it become a tool for inclusion and empowerment, particularly for the Global South

The International Cricket Council has announced that Doha, Qatar, will host its Board and Committee meetings from March 25 to 27. The decision reflects the ICC’s growing engagement with cricket in Qatar and highlights strong grassroots development efforts

India and the US have rescheduled the meeting of chief negotiators to finalise the interim trade deal text following the US Supreme Court verdict on tariffs. Fresh tariff announcements by President Donald Trump have added uncertainty to the proposed bilateral trade framework

Russia launched missiles and drone strikes on Kyiv and Odesa regions, killing one person and rescuing eight others, including a child. Attacks damaged buildings, caused fires, and targeted energy infrastructure, worsening civilian hardship amid winter in Ukraine

Following Bangladesh’s 13th Parliamentary elections, the Tarique Rahman-led BNP formed a cabinet where 70% of ministers are businesspersons. Transparency International Bangladesh warned of potential conflicts of interest, noting that most MPs, especially from BNP, are also millionaires

Former Prince Andrew Mountbatten Windsor was arrested over alleged misconduct while UK trade envoy, overshadowing King Charles III’s reign. Andrew has been stripped of titles; historical royal crises and family tensions highlight the monarchy’s vulnerability to public scrutiny

Pakistan and 13 other nations condemned remarks by Mike Huckabee supporting biblical claims over Arab lands. The joint statement rejected Israeli sovereignty over occupied territories, reaffirming support for a Palestinian state and regional stability

Nine backcountry skiers were killed in an avalanche on Castle Peak near Lake Tahoe in California. Authorities in Truckee recovered the victims after days of severe weather, as multiple agencies conducted a complex mountain rescue operation

Pakistan launched midnight strikes on seven militant hideouts in Afghanistan after deadly attacks in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, including Bannu. Islamabad blamed TTP and ISKP, citing Kabul’s inaction under the Doha Agreement, further straining bilateral ties