As Iran intensified efforts to crack down on anti-government protests, a video of an elderly woman protestor defying the Islamic regime went viral, becoming a symbol of nationwide agitation driven by economic hardship and growing public anger.

Kerala government’s move to make Malayalam the compulsory first language in schools located in border areas with Karnataka has drawn strong objections from the neighbouring state.

US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stated PM Modi’s failure to call President Trump prevented a trade deal. This comes as the US imposes tariffs on countries buying Russian oil. India faces tariffs on its goods. Both nations are negotiating a comprehensive trade agreement with a goal to significantly boost bilateral trade by 2030.