Congress MP Shashi Tharoor lauded the White House meeting between former US President Donald Trump and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, calling their post-election civility a model for democratic politics. He tweeted that rivals should “fight passionately” during elections but “cooperate in the common interests of the nation” once the votes are counted. The BJP, meanwhile, welcomed his remark — using it to chide Congress leadership. Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawala said Tharoor’s post was a “cryptic” reminder to his own party to prioritise India over the Gandhi family. (PC: AFP)

At the first-ever 2025 G20 Summit hosted on African soil, Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for a redefinition of global development and launched three major initiatives including: a Global Traditional Knowledge Repository, a G20-Africa Skills Multiplier aiming to train one million trainers, and a G20 initiative to counter the drug-terror nexus. He emphasized inclusive growth, particularly for regions historically underserved, and highlighted India’s civilizational values and sustainable growth frameworks. India’s proposals arrive amid a looming U.S. absence and shifting global alliances. (PC: X)

The G20 Summit in Johannesburg concluded with the adoption of a joint declaration, despite a U.S. boycott, emphasizing multilateralism and the urgency of climate change.Prime Minister Narendra Modi proposed three major initiatives: a G20 Initiative on Countering the Drug–Terror Nexus, a Global Healthcare Response Team for emergencies, and the Africa Skills Multiplier Initiative to train one million African professionals. On the sidelines, PM Modi announced the Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership and met with UN Chief Guterres and British PM Starmer. European leaders also discussed peace plans for Ukraine. (PC: Reuters)

An Indian Air Force Tejas fighter jet crashed during the Dubai Airshow on Friday, killing the pilot. The jet was performing a barrel roll when it appeared to lose balance and dropped too close to the ground. Experts said the aircraft may not have had enough height or speed to pull up again. Some also suggested the possibility of an engine flameout. The crash is only the second in Tejas’s 24-year history. The incident came a day after the government dismissed rumours of an oil leak in the same jet. The IAF has not yet confirmed the exact cause. (PC: India Today)

A US commission has said that China used the India-Pakistan conflict in May to test its modern weapons in real combat. The US-China Economic and Security Review Commission reported that China deployed systems like the HQ-9 air defence, PL-15 missiles, and J-10 fighter jets during the four-day clash. The report said China used the moment to promote its defence technology and later offered advanced jets and missile systems to Pakistan. It also accused China of running a disinformation campaign to harm Rafale jet sales. China denied all claims, calling the report biased. The conflict ended with a ceasefire on May 10. (PC: AFP)

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) shares fell nearly 3% to ₹4,593 following the fatal Tejas crash at the Dubai Air Show on Friday. Analysts warn of continued selling pressure, with Monday expected to open lower amid negative sentiment. The incident marked as the second Tejas crash under two years raises questions about reliability and export readiness on a global stage. Despite HAL's strongest-ever order book, including a recent 97 Tejas units mega order and 1,100% stock growth over five years, experts say the stock was "priced for perfection." Recovery depends on the court of inquiry's findings; if no major technical flaw emerges and deliveries continue, sentiment may stabilize.

Wing Commander Namansh Syal, an IAF pilot from Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district, was killed when his Tejas fighter jet crashed during a demonstration at the Dubai Air Show on Friday. The 34-year-old pilot was due for promotion and leaves behind a wife and daughter. Black smoke billowed over Al Maktoum International Airport as shocked spectators witnessed the tragedy. The IAF has ordered a court of inquiry to determine the crash's cause. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh called him "brave and courageous," while Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu mourned the loss of the state's "brave son." This marks only the second crash involving a Tejas jet.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Australian PM Anthony Albanese in Johannesburg ahead of the 20th G20 Leaders' Summit. Albanese expressed condolences over the Red Fort terrorist attack and Saudi Arabia bus crash that killed Indian Umrah pilgrims, emphasizing strengthening economic, defence, and security ties. This marks Africa's first G20 Summit after the African Union joined during India's 2023 presidency. The theme is 'Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability.' Modi received a warm welcome from Johannesburg's Indian community, with children reciting Vedic mantras and traditional cultural performances. He will participate in the 6th IBSA Summit alongside G20, presenting India's perspective aligned with 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' vision.

Retired IAF Vice Chief Air Marshal Anil Chopra explained that the Tejas crash investigation will proceed quickly, with HAL teams already present in Dubai. Since the crash occurred on foreign soil, wreckage recovery requires diplomatic support and local administration assistance. Chopra noted that airshow flying differs from test flying—pilots fly much closer to ground and aim to impress professionals worldwide. Video analysis suggests the pilot failed to recover from a negative G manoeuvre at low altitude, a signature Tejas display move. The transition from negative G to level flight will be scrutinized frame-by-frame. This marks only the second Tejas crash in 24 years, maintaining the aircraft's best IAF safety record.

An IAF Tejas Mk1 crashed during the Dubai Airshow on Friday, killing the pilot, just one day after the PIB fact-check unit debunked "oil leakage" propaganda. The government had clarified that circulating videos showed routine water draining from the aircraft's Environmental Control System, not technical failure, calling the narrative "deliberately pushed" to undermine the jet's reliability. The crash occurred during aerial manoeuvres at Al Maktoum International Airport. While some speculate sabotage, aviation experts urge restraint pending the court of inquiry. This marks only the second Tejas crash in 24 years, following a March 2024 Rajasthan incident where pilots ejected safely. The HAL-developed fighter has served since 2016.(PC: India Today)