Ladakh grapples with unrest despite significant post-2019 development, including enhanced connectivity, education, and tourism, officials claim. They find it ironic given the region’s progress since gaining UT status. However, the violence stems from long-standing demands for statehood, Sixth Schedule protections, and resource control, which local bodies have consistently raised, overshadowing perceived development gains.

The Palestinian Authority on Monday welcomed US President Donald Trump’s “sincere and determined efforts,” following his announcement of a plan to end the war in Gaza.

The 13th India-EU FTA round was a “missed opportunity,” though both aim for a year-end deal, with another round set for October 6. Lingering issues persist, notably India’s Russia ties, including energy and military exercises, which the EU views as an impediment to deeper relations despite shared strategic diversification goals.