Russia Ukraine Crisis Live Updates: Second talk schedule on March 2, report says
Russia’s invasion on Ukraine has resulted into the death of more than 350 civilians till now. Various nations such as Germany and the US have extended military support to Ukraine. Keep reading for more such updates.
The second round of Russia-Ukraine talks is planned for March 2, Russia’s TASS news agency reported on Tuesday, quoting a source on the Russian side.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy receives standing ovation by EU lawmakers after his address at European Parliament
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who has become the heroic face of his country’s struggle against the Russian forces, received a standing ovation by European Union lawmakers after his address at European Parliament on Wednesday. The lawmakers were wearing #standwithUkraine T-shirts bearing the Ukrainian flag, others with blue-and-yellow scarves or ribbons, gave Zelensky a standing ovation.
PM Modi to chair crucial meeting on Ukraine crisis
Hours after talking to the father of Naveen Shekharappa, an Indian boy who got killed in Kharkiv, Ukraine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will shortly chaired a crucial meeting today to discuss Ukraine crisis.
PM Modi speaks to father of Naveen Shekharappa, Bengaluru student who was killed in Ukraine
Russian forces continued to bombard Ukraine’s second-largest city on Monday, which resulted into the destruction of a residential neighbourhood, and closed in the capital, Kyiv, in a 17-mile convoy of tanks and other vehicles. The talks between the two countries were aimed towards yielding violence have till now resulted in another agreement to continue the peace talks. Stay tuned for more such updates!
Russia Ukraine updates
PM Modi speaks to father of Naveen Shekharappa, Bengaluru student who was killed in Ukraine
Prime Minister Narendra Modi talked to the father of Naveen Shekharappa, an Indian boy who got killed in Kharkiv, Ukraine, earlier this morning.
UK to ban Russian-linked ships from its ports, passes law
Britain on Tuesday passed a law, which stated that they would ban all ships that may have any connection to Russia from entering its ports.
More than 6,60,000 people fled Ukraine, says UN
The United Nations refugee agency has reported that more than 660,000 people have fled Ukraine to neighbouring countries since Russia announced war. it was mostly women and children who left the war-torn country. At a press conference in Geneva, UNHCR spokesman Shabia Mantoo said there have been reports of refugees waiting up to 60 hours to enter Poland, while lines at the Romanian border are up to 20 kilometres long.
Indian student shot dead in Ukraine, confirms Ministry of External Affairs
The Ministry of External Affairs of India has confirmed reports of the death of an Indian student in Ukraine. The ministry also informed that they are in touch with the victim’s family.
Indian student shot dead in Ukraine, says report
It has been reported that an Indian student was shot dead in Ukraine. The victim has been identified as Naveen from Karnataka, India. Reports say that Naveen and his friend had left for the train station to leave for Lviv to reach the western border/
CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan announces Madhya Pradesh government to arrange for stay, food, transportation for students returning from Ukraine
Madhya Pradesh government has been directed by Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan to arrange for stay, food and transportation of students who are returning from Ukraine. In an official statement, The Chief Minister revealed that 29 natives of Madhya Pradesh have returned from Ukraine till now.
More than 70 Ukrainian soldiers killed by Russian rocket attack, huge military convoy approaches Kyiv
Ukrainian authorities have informed that more than 70 servicemen and dozens of civilians lost their lives due to barbaric shelling. It has also been reported that a huge armoured Russian convoy approached Kyiv.
Kharkiv government headquarters hit by missile, significant damage occurs
Russian forces launched a series of rocket attacks in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second largest city. The attack resulted into the deaths of dozens of civilians. It has also been reported that a huge Russian military convoy has reach
Embassy of India releases advisory, tells Indians to leave Kyiv urgently
The Embassy of India in Ukraine has release an advisory to Indians in Kyiv which tells all Indian nationals including students to leave Kyiv urgently on Tuesday, preferably by available trains or through any other mean available.
5 deaths in Donetsk in last 24 hours, 23 civilians injured
According to the regional administration of Donetsk, a total of 5 civilian lives have been lost in the last 24 hours. Reports also state that 23 people are injured.
Indian Air Force to join evacuation efforts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on the Indian Air Force to join the efforts to evacuate Indians who are stranded in Ukraine under Operation Ganga. By utilising the capabilities of our Air Force, more people will be evacuated in shorter time. It will also aid in the more effective delivery of humanitarian aid. The Indian Air Force is expected to deploy multiple C-17 aircraft starting today.
12 Russian diplomats to UN expelled by US, Moscow calls it hostile action
The US has expelled 12 Russian diplomats from the UN mission, stating they were involved in espionage activities, a decision that has been condemned by Moscow as a hostile measure and a serious violation of the US’s commitments as host country of the UN headquarters.
Russian artillery hits military base, more than 70 Ukrainian soldiers killed
Reports say that more a Russian artillery hit a military base in a city between Kharkiv and Kyiv, called Okhtyrka. This resulted into the death of more than 70 Ukrainian soldiers.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw hails Tamil, says PM Modi wants every language to get its due respect
He began his speech with a traditional greeting of ‘Vanakkam’ and shared his limited knowledge of Tamil phrases, stating, “Tamil is a very, very sweet language… I know only three words: Vanakkam, Eppadi Irukeenga (How are you), and Nandri (Thank you).”
Lauding Tamil as a “sweet” language, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated on Saturday, March 15, that it stands as a significant asset to both the nation and the world. At an event near Sriperumbudur, he emphasized the importance of all Indian languages, noting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has consistently worked to ensure that every language receives the respect it deserves.
During the inauguration of Zetwerk Electronics’ manufacturing facility, Vaishnaw expressed his gratitude for having a professor named Sadagopan at IIT Kanpur, who introduced him to the richness of the Tamil language. He began his speech with a traditional greeting of ‘Vanakkam’ and shared his limited knowledge of Tamil phrases, stating, “Tamil is a very, very sweet language… I know only three words: Vanakkam, Eppadi Irukeenga (How are you), and Nandri (Thank you).”
He reflected on how Sadagopan enriched his understanding of Tamil culture, which he described as ancient and deeply rooted. “This is one of our country’s assets and also one of the world’s treasures. We should take pride in it and celebrate all Indian languages. This is the spirit that our Prime Minister embodies, ensuring that each language receives its rightful recognition and exposure,” he remarked.
To illustrate his point, Vaishnaw mentioned the Telecom and Data Protection Laws, highlighting the Prime Minister’s encouragement to offer legal notices in all Indian languages, not just in English. He reiterated the goal of fostering unity and understanding among diverse cultures and peoples within India.
“We must aim for a unified objective of strengthening our nation and striving to become the third largest economy,” he concluded, expressing his gratitude in Tamil with “rombha rombha nandri” (many, many thanks).
His remarks come in the context of ongoing language controversies in Tamil Nadu, where the ruling DMK party has accused the central government of enforcing Hindi through the National Education Policy, allegations that the Union government has refuted.
Shiv Sena leader Mangat Rai murdered in Punjab: 3 arrested after brief shootout with police in Moga
In a bid to escape, Rai attempted to flee on his motorcycle, but the assailants pursued him and fired again, ultimately hitting him. Despite being rushed to a hospital by the police, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Punjab Police have arrested three individuals linked to the murder of Mangat Rai, the Moga district president of the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena, officials confirmed on Saturday. The suspects were apprehended following an exchange of gunfire with police in Malout, Muktsar district.
Rai, 52, was shot dead late on Thursday night while stepping out of his house to buy groceries. According to police, three unidentified assailants attacked Rai around 10 pm. The first bullet missed him but struck a 12-year-old boy who was caught in the line of fire. Rai attempted to flee the scene on his two-wheeler but was pursued by the attackers, who fired again, this time fatally injuring him.
Rai was rushed to a hospital by police, where he was declared dead. The injured boy is currently receiving medical treatment.
While investigators suspect the murder may be the result of a personal rivalry, Rai’s family has denied any enmity, stating that he had no conflicts with anyone.
The arrests mark a significant breakthrough in the case, with police continuing to probe the motive behind the attack.
In a bid to escape, Rai attempted to flee on his motorcycle, but the assailants pursued him and fired again, ultimately hitting him. Despite being rushed to a hospital by the police, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Investigators are considering the possibility that the murder was the result of a personal rivalry; however, Rai’s family members have asserted that he had no known enemies. The police continue to gather evidence and investigate the circumstances surrounding this alarming incident.
RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav asks on-duty cop to dance during Holi celebration, video goes viral
The video captures Yadav, smeared with colors, singing a song and instructing the policeman to dance. He is heard saying, “I will play a song, and you will have to dance. If you don’t, you will be suspended.”
A video of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MLA Tej Pratap Yadav, son of former Union Minister Lalu Yadav, has gone viral on social media, showing him pressuring an on-duty police officer to dance during Holi celebrations at his residence in Patna.
In the clip, Yadav is seen threatening the officer with suspension if he refused to dance, leading to widespread criticism from political opponents.
The video captures Yadav, smeared with colors, singing a song and instructing the policeman to dance. He is heard saying, “I will play a song, and you will have to dance. If you don’t, you will be suspended.”
Yadav further added, “Ek ganna bajayenge, usme tumko thumka lagana hai, bura mat mano Holi hai. Aaj nahi thumka lagaoge toh suspend kar diye jaoge” (We will play a song, and you will have to dance to it. Don’t feel bad, it’s Holi. If you don’t dance today, you will be suspended). The policeman eventually complies, dancing as Yadav sings.
The incident has drawn sharp reactions from political leaders, with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Shahnawaz Hussain condemning Yadav’s behavior. “He asked his bodyguard to dance; otherwise, he would suspend him. He has no power or authority to suspend anyone. This is Nitish Kumar’s government, not Jungle Raj. Using such language is unfortunate. RJD leaders have not evolved,” Hussain stated.
Janata Dal (United) (JDU) spokesperson Arvind Nishad also criticized Yadav, linking the incident to the past governance of Lalu Yadav and Rabri Devi. “The order given by MLA Tej Pratap Yadav to the police personnel assigned to his security to dance while on duty is a reminder of the Lalu-Rabri regime. His threats and actions are inappropriate. The way Holi was celebrated during their rule and how he recreated that chaos truly brings back memories of those days. In today’s governance, it is unimaginable how someone can behave in such a manner,” Nishad remarked.
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