Hello Readers! Through this news wrap, we present the top developments of the day.
Pope Francis first appearance from hospital, India requests extradition of Mehul Chokshi, and more.
Hello Readers! Through this news wrap, we present the top developments of the day.
Today's rundown includes updates on Pope Francis' discharge, Mehul Chokshi resurfacing in Belgium and more.
Pope Francis Makes First Appearance From Rome Hospital
Pope Francis has appeared at the window of the hospital in Rome for the first time since being admitted on 14 February.
The 88-year-old pontiff will be discharged on Sunday and will need at least two months of rest at the Vatican, doctors treating him have said to BBC.
Fugitive Businessman Mehul Choksi Surfaces In Belgium; India Requests Extradition: Report
Fugitive businessman Mehul Choksi is reportedly residing in Antwerp, Belgium. As per media reports, the businessman surfaced in Belgium and is said to be living there with his wife, Preeti Choksi, after securing a residency card.
As reported by the Associated Times, a Caribbean-focused outlet, Indian authorities have called on Belgian authorities to initiate Choksi's extradition to India. The same is yet to be confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs.
Trump's Envoy Rejects Starmer's Ukraine Plan, Says European Leaders Adopting Churchill Like Stance
Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, has dismissed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's proposal for an international force to support a ceasefire in Ukraine, calling it a posture and a pose.
He criticized the plan as being based on a simplistic view that the UK Prime Minister and other European leaders believe they must all adopt a stance like Winston Churchill.
Debris Of Burnt Rs 500 Cash Spotted Near Justice Varma's House
As Delhi High Court Judge Justice Yashwant Varma faces an investigation over the alleged recovery of cash from his official residence, a video showing cash found among burning debris near his home has sparked speculation.
Inderjeet, a sanitation worker, told ANI, "We work in this circle. We collect garbage from the roads. We were cleaning here 4-5 days back and collecting garbage when we found some small pieces of burnt ₹500 notes. We found it that day. Now, we have found 1-2 pieces...We do not know where a fire broke out. All we do is collect garbage."
Turkey: Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu Jailed, Pending Trial, On Charges Of Corruption; Mass Protests Break Out
A Turkish court has jailed Istanbul mayor Ekren Imamoglu on charges of corruption. This order comes days after Erdogan's main political rival was detained on charges of corruption and aiding terrorist organisations. As per the latest reports, Imamoglu has been jailed, pending trial.
The court's decision comes after nationwide protests broke out across Turkey against the arrest of the mayor.