Current Affairs of 17 March 2025

National and International Current Affairs - March 17, 2025

International Relations

• Kremlin Confirms Upcoming Trump-Putin Call Amid European Concerns
• The Kremlin has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will speak with U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday.
• European leaders express concerns over Russia's intentions, particularly in relation to Ukraine.
• Source: The Guardian

National Affairs

• 10th Edition of Raisina Dialogue Inaugurated in New Delhi
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 10th edition of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi.
• New Zealand's Prime Minister, Christopher Luxon, attended as the Chief Guest and delivered the keynote address.

Defense and Security

• U.S. Conducts Airstrikes in Yemen; Houthis Retaliate
• The United States carried out airstrikes on Houthi-controlled regions in Yemen, causing civilian casualties.
• Houthis responded with missile and drone attacks targeting the USS Harry Truman in the Red Sea.

Economy

• Canada's New Prime Minister Seeks European Support Against U.S. Economic Policies
• Mark Carney, Canada's Prime Minister, is visiting Paris and London to strengthen alliances against U.S. economic pressures.
• His discussions focus on counteracting recent U.S. tariffs affecting global markets.

Sports

• Hockey India Awards 2024 Celebrates Excellence
• The Hockey India Annual Awards 2024 were held in New Delhi, marking 100 years of Indian hockey.
• Harmanpreet Singh and Savita Punia received the Balbir Singh Sr Award for Player of the Year.