The residents of Leh City in Ladakh are enjoying the relaxation of the curfew on Thursday. The streets are crowded with vehicles and pedestrians after the shops opened, as part of the relaxation permitted by the administration.

The Israeli navy intercepted a pro-Palestinian flotilla, including Greta Thunberg, sailing towards Gaza to challenge an 18-year blockade. Activists faced water cannons and detention, sparking international condemnation from nations like Turkey and Colombia. Despite these actions, some vessels continue their mission to deliver symbolic aid and open a humanitarian corridor.

A group of drunk youngsters set fire to a Ravan effigy on Thursday morning, hours before the Ravan Dahan ceremony, and fled the area.