The number of tourists visiting Kundmala has increased in the last few months. Officials said that every weekend, around eight thousand people were passing through the dilapidated bridge.

A Lufthansa flight bound for Hyderabad from Frankfurt was compelled to return to its origin due to a bomb threat received while the aircraft was outside Indian airspace. Initially, passengers were informed that the diversion was due to a denial of landing permission at Hyderabad. Passengers have been provided accommodation and are scheduled to fly out the next morning.

Amidst escalating Israel-Iran tensions, Indian students in Iran are pleading with the Indian government for evacuation, citing safety concerns due to recent aerial attacks near residential areas. Students describe being jolted awake by explosions and express fear for their survival, especially with restricted airspace complicating their return home.