India on Tuesday strongly condemned the reported killing of Kashmiris in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and called on the international community to hold Pakistan accountable. The Ministry of External Affairs described the incident as a "massacre" and accused Islamabad of continuing its oppressive policies in the region.   India said the violence reflected Pakistan's failure to protect civilians and respect human rights in the territory under its control. Reiterating its long-standing position that PoK is under Pakistan's illegal occupation, New Delhi expressed hope that the global community would take note of the incident and ensure accountability for those responsible. (PC: India Today)

An Indian-origin entrepreneur and researcher has cautioned Indian students against taking huge loans to study at what he called "scammy" private universities in Germany. Mayukh Panja, founder of AI firm Populations, said some institutions function like "visa mills" and attract foreign students with promises of easy careers in Europe.   Sharing his observations from Berlin, Panja claimed that many Indian students end up working long hours in delivery services, restaurants and other gig jobs while struggling to repay debts. He urged families not to sell land or borrow heavily for such admissions and advised students to carefully research universities before applying. His remarks sparked a wider discussion online about the risks of expensive overseas education and unrealistic expectations. (PC: HT)

India strongly criticised Pakistan at the United Nations over military airstrikes in Afghanistan, calling them a “blatant assault” on Afghan sovereignty and regional stability. Addressing the UN General Assembly, Harish Parvathaneni cited reports from the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan indicating that 372 civilians were killed and 397 injured during the first three months of 2026, many during Ramadan. India backed calls by the UN Secretary-General and UNAMA for accountability, investigations and civilian protection under international law. New Delhi also defended UNAMA’s credibility after Pakistan questioned the mission’s findings and reporting. (PC: AP)

China on Monday described India as a partner rather than a rival, urging both countries to view each other’s development as an opportunity instead of a threat. Speaking for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Lin Jian said relations among China, India and Russia are important for regional and global stability. Beijing stated that conditions along the India-China border remain generally stable and communication channels are functioning smoothly. China called for greater mutual trust, expanded cooperation and careful management of differences. Separately, Chinese Ambassador Xu Feihong backed dialogue between India and Pakistan to address disputes and maintain peace. (PC: The Tribune)

India strongly criticised Harish Parvathaneni's counterpart state, Pakistan, at the United Nations Security Council over Islamabad’s use of the term “Fitna al-Hindustan” for certain groups. Speaking at the UNSC, Parvathaneni described the designation as state-sponsored misinformation wrapped in religious terminology and accused Pakistan’s deep state of fostering hostility toward India to distract from domestic political and economic challenges. India also criticised Pakistan’s military actions in Afghanistan, saying civilian casualties cannot be justified as counterterrorism operations. The remarks also referenced the growing influence of Pakistan’s military leadership under Asim Munir.

The Indian Navy rescued all 24 Indian sailors from the oil tanker MT Marivex after a fire broke out off the coast of Oman on Monday. Navy helicopters carried out the rescue operation and safely evacuated the crew from the burning vessel. The tanker was travelling from Karwar in India to Duqm in Oman and was not carrying any cargo. Officials confirmed that all sailors are safe. Authorities are investigating whether the tanker was hit by a projectile before the fire started. The incident occurred near the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route, amid ongoing tensions in the Gulf region.

7 Indian workers were killed and nine others injured in a road accident on Dubai's Emirates Road on Monday. The workers were travelling in a minibus when it crashed into a truck that had stopped on the road due to a mechanical fault. Dubai Police said preliminary investigations suggest the bus driver failed to maintain a safe distance and collided with the truck from behind. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident. The Indian Consulate in Dubai expressed condolences and said officials had visited the injured workers in hospital. It is also coordinating with local authorities and affected families.

India and the United States are moving closer to finalising the first tranche of a bilateral trade agreement, but an Indian trade official said the deal can only be concluded after Washington completes its Section 301 unfair trade practices investigation. India is seeking assurances that it will not face additional US tariffs after the agreement is signed. The issue is significant because the temporary 10% US tariffs expire on July 24, after which MFN tariffs would apply. The Trump administration has also proposed 12.5% tariffs on India and 53 other countries following a USTR probe. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said negotiations are progressing rapidly, with both sides targeting a mid-July implementation timeline. (PC: X)

At least seven people were killed and nine others injured after a minibus carrying Indian workers collided with a truck on Emirates Road in Dubai. According to Dubai Police, the truck had reportedly stopped in the middle of the road due to a technical fault when the bus crashed into it from behind. Authorities said five of the injured sustained serious injuries, while four suffered moderate wounds and were shifted to hospital for treatment. The Indian Consulate in Dubai expressed grief over the tragedy, confirmed assistance for affected nationals, and said officials had visited the injured. Investigators are examining the exact circumstances that led to the crash. (PC: Reuters)

India has issued a fresh travel advisory urging citizens to avoid travelling to Iran and advising those already in the country to leave immediately through available transport options. The advisory follows renewed hostilities between Iran and Israel, marked by missile exchanges and retaliatory strikes. The Indian Embassy in Tehran reiterated its earlier warning, citing the deteriorating regional security situation. The escalation saw Iran launch ballistic missiles toward Israel, followed by Israeli strikes on military targets in western and central Iran. Explosions were also reported in Beirut, while the United States issued security alerts in Jordan. The developments have heightened concerns over stability and civilian safety across the region.