An unusual scene unfolded inside a courtroom of the Supreme Court on Thursday when a man, convicted of rape and sentenced to 10 years of imprisonment, exchanged flowers with the survivor as the two expressed willingness to marry each other.

The Turkish firm that handles the lion’s share of services at nine major airports in India, has lost its security clearance following Turkey’s support of Pakistan over Operation Sindoor.

India is escalating its trade disputes with the US, challenging tariffs at the WTO and signaling a shift from defense to offense. Inspired by China’s tactics and triggered by Trump’s claims of brokering a ceasefire with Pakistan, India asserts its strategic autonomy. New Delhi prioritizes signaling strength and diversifying trade relationships amid ongoing tensions with Washington.