Trump to talk to Putin on ending war, North Macedonia declares 7-day mourning and more.
Hello Readers! Through this news wrap, we present the top developments of the day. Today's rundown includes updates on Ukraine-Russia war where US President Trump is expected to talk to Putin on ending the war. North Macedonia declares a seven day mourning after the nightclub fire kills 59.
Trump To Talk To Putin On March 18, Says, 'Want To Bring War To End'
President Donald Trump on Monday confirmed that he will be speaking to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin on Tuesday and an important announcement regarding the end the war in Ukraine may be made soon.
The US leader disclosed the upcoming conversation to reporters while flying from Florida to Washington on Air Force One on Sunday evening.
North Macedonia Declares 7-Day Mourning Period After Nightclub Fire Kills 59
North Macedonia has declared a seven-day mourning period after a nightclub fire killed at least 59 people. As per the latest reports, around 15 people have been detained for questioning related to the incident.
As per the statement from interior minister Panche Toshkovski, the venue at which the fire broke out, had been operating illegally.
FIR Registered Against Orry, 7 Others For Consuming Alcohol, Non-Veg Food At Vaishno Devi Base Camp
Jammu and Kashmir police have filed an FIR against Bollywood influence Orhan Awatramani, also known as Orry. Along with Orry, seven others have been booked for allegedly consuming alcohol and non-vegetarian food at the base camp of the Vaishno Devi shrine in Katra.
As per reports, the eight accused have been charged with violating the District Magistrate's order and hurting religious sentiments.
Congress Says No Limit To PM Modi's 'Hypocrisy' As He Appears On Another Podcast
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accuses Prime Minister Narendra Modi of 'hypocrisy' after he appeared on a podcast with US-based popular podcaster and computer scientist Lex Fridman saying "he is afraid to face any press conference" since 2014.
Several other Congress leaders have also reacted to PM Modi's remarks on various topics including the 2002 Gujarat riots and one of the leaders stated, "The way the PM has tried to justify the Godhra riots shows the failure of Vajpayee government regarding the law and order situation of the country."
Parliament Budget Session: Houses Resume; Oppn Walks Out Of Rajya Sabha After discussion On duplicate Voter ID Disallowed
The Budget Session of Parliament resumed on Monday after the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha were adjourned last Wednesday following a brief holiday on account of Holi.
While, the functioning of the Railway Ministry will also be discussed in the Rajya Sabha, with Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw replying to the debate. Discussion on the Manipur budget is also listed for the second part in the Upper House.