The death toll in the Kulgam terror attack has risen to 2 after Bhupendra Bhaina (28), a migrant labourer from Chhattisgarh, succumbed to bullet injuries on Saturday. The attack took place on Friday when terrorists opened fire on 2 brick kiln workers in Kelam village. Deepak Ratre (24) was killed on the spot, while Bhaina later died during treatment. Both had travelled to Jammu and Kashmir this year for work. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha ordered intensified anti-terror operations and stronger security for migrant workers. The Chhattisgarh government announced ₹20 lakh compensation for each victim's family. (PC: HT)

West Bengal BJP president Samik Bhattacharya admitted that the party has not yet been able to eliminate extortion in the state despite being in power for 2 months. Speaking at an industry event in Kolkata, he said claiming otherwise would be false. Bhattacharya acknowledged that some people within the BJP were displaying the same tendencies the party had criticised earlier. He also warned party workers against attacking opposition leaders, saying such actions could backfire. Stressing the need to keep politics out of business, he said the government would soon consult investors, entrepreneurs and academics before finalising a new industrial policy to boost investment. (PC: India Today)

Members of the Indian community in China raised concerns over anti-India content on Chinese social media, work visa difficulties, and employment restrictions for spouses during an Open House organised by the Indian Embassy in Beijing. Indian Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami said Chinese authorities are aware of the rise in anti-India content and are taking steps to address it. He added that the embassy is countering misinformation through factual communication and plans to organise more cultural events to strengthen people-to-people ties. The embassy will also improve consular services, simplify visa procedures for Chinese nationals, and hold regular Open House meetings. (PC: X)

US President Donald Trump said the United States will cancel planned military strikes on Iran if a deal is reached "rapidly." In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed Iran and other Middle Eastern countries had asked Washington to delay any attack as the framework of an agreement had been outlined. He said the proposed deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear programme. The announcement came after reports that the US was preparing major strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure. Iran has not responded, while the US has advised Americans in the Middle East to remain alert amid rising regional tensions. (PC: BBC)

Spain has installed a 500-metre sea barrier along the border of its North African enclave of Ceuta after 50,000 to 60,000 migrants crossed from Morocco, triggering a major humanitarian crisis. The Spanish government said at least 67 migrants died, including people who drowned and others killed in a stampede. Thousands have since returned to Morocco, while Spain deployed troops and additional police to secure the border. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez called for a coordinated European Union response and rejected criticism of Spain's migration policy. Several EU countries have urged urgent talks on strengthening border security. (PC: NDTV)

Tom Holland's Spider-Man: Brand New Day has set a new opening-day box office record in North America, earning $168 million and surpassing Avengers: Endgame's $161 million debut. The Marvel-Sony film collected a record $72 million from previews before adding over $95 million on its first day. The movie is now expected to earn around $300 million in its opening weekend, with analysts predicting it could challenge Endgame's $357 million weekend record. In India, the film has also performed strongly, earning ₹176 crore net in its first 3 days, outperforming several recent Bollywood blockbusters. (PC: HT)

The mother of a 15-year-old girl who went viral for using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a protest has thanked him for forgiving her. She said the Prime Minister's decision gave her daughter "a new life" and called it the greatest birthday gift. The teenager had earlier posted an apology video, admitting her mistake and saying she was influenced by people around her during the protest. An FIR was registered over the incident and later transferred to Delhi Police. The girl's mother has appealed for the case to be withdrawn and urged stricter restrictions on minors using social media and joining protests. (PC: India Today)

At least four Palestinians were killed in fresh Israeli airstrikes across Gaza, according to local health officials, despite US President Donald Trump announcing a diplomatic breakthrough aimed at advancing a ceasefire. The strikes hit multiple locations, including areas sheltering displaced civilians, while military operations continued across the enclave. Humanitarian conditions remain dire, with shortages of food, medicine, and essential supplies worsening the crisis. Although renewed diplomatic efforts have raised hopes for a ceasefire and hostage-prisoner agreement, no final deal has been reached. Fighting continues on the ground as mediators work to secure a lasting truce between Israel and Hamas. (PC: Reuters)

An RTI activist has demanded an investigation into the finances of Abhijeet Dipke and his family, raising questions about how his son reportedly earns a monthly salary of ₹60,000 while pursuing higher education in the United States. The complaint seeks scrutiny of the family's declared income, financial records, and expenditure to determine whether any irregularities exist. The allegations are based on concerns raised by the activist and have not been proven. No official findings have been announced, and no wrongdoing has been established. Authorities are yet to decide whether a formal inquiry will be initiated. (PC: X)

At least 13 people were killed when a tourist aircraft crashed during a sightseeing flight over Peru's world-famous Nazca Lines. The small plane went down shortly after takeoff near the city of Nazca, with all passengers and crew on board losing their lives. The aircraft was carrying tourists eager to view the UNESCO World Heritage geoglyphs from the air. Emergency teams rushed to the crash site, but there were no survivors. Peruvian authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the tragedy, examining weather conditions, aircraft maintenance records, and possible mechanical or operational failures. (PC: X)