June is the wettest month in Gujarat since 2015 with rainfall exceeding 288 mm so far, official data shows.

Pakistan and China are reportedly developing a proposal for a new regional organization, potentially replacing Saarc. Discussions have progressed significantly, emphasizing regional integration and connectivity. A recent meeting in Kunming included Pakistan, China, and Bangladesh, with plans to invite other former Saarc members, including India, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Afghanistan.

India is bracing for above-normal rainfall in July, with the IMD warning of potential floods in Uttarakhand and Haryana. Central and northern regions are expected to receive heavy showers, while the northeast and parts of the southern peninsula may experience below-normal rainfall. Landslides and infrastructure damage have already been reported in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu & Kashmir, prompting authorities to issue alerts and suspend activities.