Indian stock markets rebounded strongly after a long weekend. The NSE Nifty 50 index rose significantly in Mumbai. India has recovered losses from US tariffs. It is seen as a safe haven amid global market uncertainty. Strong domestic growth supports this. India may benefit from supply chain shifts away from China.

Tensions rise in Tamil Nadu’s Vellore as the Waqf Board issues eviction notices to 150 families in Kattukollai, claiming the land as Waqf property. Villagers protest, citing long-term residence.

Omar Abdullah said that he had a meeting with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and he is hopeful that Jammu and Kashmir will regain statehood soon.