The Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, accused BJP of inciting communal tensions in Goa, alleging deliberate provocations against Christians and calls for an economic boycott of Muslims. Amid protests following communal remarks by ex-RSS leader Velingkar, CM Sawant promises equal justice, pledging action similar to past incidents. Velingkar remains untraceable.

Canadian deputy minister David Morrison said that it has been made very clear that ‘India’s territorial integrity must be respected’.

During the operation, authorities seized 907.09 kg of mephedrone, both in solid and liquid forms, with an estimated value of Rs 1,814.18 crore in the international market, the ATS said