External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the Quad ministerial meeting on Tuesday was very productive and will strengthen stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

The BJP has strongly criticized TMC after a state minister, Manas Bhuniya, seemingly downplayed the alleged gang rape of a law student in Kolkata. Bhuniya’s remarks, where he referred to the incident as a ‘small’ one, sparked outrage. BJP leaders accused TMC of normalizing sexual violence. Bhuniya later clarified, condemning the incident and claiming his words were misrepresented.

Following Donald Trump’s return as President and his strict immigration policies, the number of Indians caught illegally crossing into the US plummeted by 70% in the first five months of 2025. Despite the increased risks and disrupted smuggling networks, over 10,000 Indians still attempted the perilous journey, highlighting the enduring allure of the American dream.