Massive forest fire expands in Japan, putting more homes at risk – World News Network
As per Kyodo News, the forest fire is the biggest in Japan since the late 1980s.
US natural gas-directed rigs decreased for second consecutive year in 2024: EIA – World News Network
The number of rigs deployed to drill for natural gas in the United States decreased over the last two years, according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).
Israel Approves USD 1 Billion Development Plan for Druze, Circassian Communities – World News Network
The Israeli government is preparing to adopt an unprecedented five-year 3.9 billion NIS (USD 1.08 billion) development plan for the Druze and Circassian communities to boost local economies, housing, and local planning, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Monday.
UK: EAM Jaishankar meets PM Keir Starmer, Foreign Secy David Lammy, discussed advancing bilateral ties – World News Network
EAM Jaishankar is on an official visit to the United Kingdom and Ireland until March 9, during which he will hold discussions to provide renewed impetus to India's friendly ties with the UK and Ireland.
EAM Jaishankar congratulates Beate Meinl-Reisinger, new Foreign Minister of Austria – World News Network
In a post on X, the EAM said, "Congratulations to @BMeinl on her appointment as the Federal Minister for European and International Affairs of Austria. We will work together to further advance our long-standing partnership."
“Not buying into it”: Australia captain Smith dismisses notion of India taking ‘advantage’ of playing at single venue – World News Network
Smith didn't buy into the claims that India had an advantage by playing all its matches at one venue and felt India deserved to win, considering they had completely "outplayed" them.