Nepal Prime Minister Balendra “Balen” Shah faces mounting pressure after remarks in Parliament suggesting Nepal may also have crossed into Indian territory along parts of the border. The comments triggered protests by students opposition parties and lawmakers who accused him of weakening Nepal’s position on disputed areas including Kalapani Lipulekh and Limpiyadhura Demonstrators demanded his resignation while parliamentary proceedings were disrupted India responded by reiterating that border issues are strictly bilateral and rejecting any third-party role Nepal’s Foreign Ministry later clarified Shah was referring to localised encroachments and no-man’s-land issues not territorial concessions The controversy has intensified political turbulence around the newly elected leader amid growing scrutiny over Nepal-India border relations. (PC: India Today)

Germany has abolished the airport transit visa requirement for Indian nationals travelling to third countries through German airports, effective June 3, 2026. The German Embassy said the move was officially notified in the Federal Law Gazette on June 2 and reflects Berlin’s commitment to strengthening India-Germany relations, facilitating travel and deepening economic cooperation. The decision is expected to benefit thousands of Indian students, professionals and tourists who use German airports as transit hubs. The announcement follows German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to India in January. It also comes months after France operationalised visa-free airport transit for Indian citizens in April 2026, further easing travel across Europe.kj

Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez will visit India from June 3 to 7 for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. During the visit, she is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discuss cooperation in energy, trade, investment, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, transportation and renewable energy. Rodriguez will be accompanied by senior ministers from her government. The visit comes as India increases crude oil imports from Venezuela, becoming its second-largest buyer after the United States. The Venezuelan delegation will also visit industrial and energy sites in India to explore business opportunities and learn about the country's technological capabilities.

India strongly rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir in a joint communiqué issued after the 8th EU-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue, calling them “unwarranted” and asserting that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral and inalienable parts of India. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said entities with no locus standi should refrain from commenting on India’s internal affairs. The communiqué noted that Pakistan briefed the European Union on Jammu and Kashmir, while the EU shared updates on the Ukraine conflict. India reiterated its longstanding position that no third party has any role in matters concerning the region. New Delhi also reaffirmed its opposition to CPEC projects in territories it claims.

India rejected any third-party involvement in resolving boundary issues with Nepal after remarks by Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah. Responding to the comments, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated that nearly 98% of the India-Nepal border has already been demarcated, with only a few segments unresolved due to factors such as the changing course of the Gandak River. He said both countries have established bilateral mechanisms to address boundary matters, including mapping cases of cross-border occupation and no-man’s-land encroachments. India stressed that border issues are strictly bilateral. The controversy followed Shah’s remarks on encroachments and suggestions involving external experts and historical references.

British Asian media and business leaders were recognised at the British Asians Who's Who Awards 2026. Here&Now365 Founder and Chairman Manish Tiwari received the Media Leader of the Decade 2026 award and secured a place in the prestigious British Asians Power 100 list. The award was presented by Lord Karan Bilimoria, who praised Tiwari's work in the media industry. The event was organised by Samara Events and received more than 7,000 nominations this year. Tiwari leads Here&Now365, a multicultural advertising and media agency in the UK. The agency has worked with more than 100 British and global brands. It was also named among Campaign's Top 50 UK advertising agencies in 2026. Tiwari has received several industry honours, including the Campaign MEFA Hammer Award 2026 and a place in the IPA iList 2026. The latest recognition highlights his growing influence in media and multicultural marketing.

A UK court has sentenced 23-year-old Vickrum Digwa to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 21 years, for the murder of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak in Southampton. Prosecutors said Digwa fatally stabbed the teenager in December 2025 before falsely claiming he had been racially abused and acted in self-defence.   The case drew widespread attention after police initially handcuffed the injured victim at the scene based on Digwa's allegations. A judge ruled that no racist remarks were made and criticised Digwa for bringing "shame" on his family and religion. Police have apologised and an independent review of their response is underway. (PC: HT)

Myanmar President General Min Aung Hlaing has assured Prime Minister Narendra Modi that Myanmar's territory will not be allowed to be used against India's security interests. The assurance came during wide-ranging talks in New Delhi as the Myanmar leader concluded his four-day visit to India.   The two leaders discussed cooperation in security, trade, energy, technology and infrastructure. Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed India's support for Myanmar's sovereignty and territorial integrity, while highlighting the country's importance in India's Neighbourhood First and Act East policies.   Both sides also reviewed economic ties, with bilateral trade exceeding $2 billion, and explored opportunities to expand cooperation across key sectors. (PC: India Today)

The Union Home Ministry has revised registration rules for foreigners staying in India. Under the new rules, foreign nationals who wish to stay beyond 180 days must register before the 180-day limit expires. Earlier, they could register within 14 days after completing 180 days in the country. The government said permission for longer stays will be granted only in "emergent circumstances". The notification also eases birth reporting rules for children born to foreign nationals if one parent is an Indian citizen. In addition, hospitals and similar institutions must follow updated reporting and compliance requirements.

The Union Home Ministry has amended the Immigration and Foreigners Rules, 2025, revising registration requirements for foreign nationals intending to stay in India beyond 180 days. Under the new rules, foreigners arriving on visas valid for 180 days or less must complete registration before the expiry of the 180-day period if they plan to extend their stay. Earlier, registration was permitted within 14 days after completing 180 days in India. The changes also apply to visa holders whose individual stays are capped at 180 days. The government stated that registrations beyond the prescribed period will be approved only in emergent circumstances. New relaxations have also been introduced for certain children born to foreign parents. (PC: X)