A plane carrying Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska and a 23-member delegation landed at Jaipur International Airport on Sunday for refuelling en route to Japan. The high-level team included Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and UN envoy Sergiy Kyslytsya. Approved by India's Foreign Ministry, the stop saw protocol exemptions including no frisking or immigration checks. Delegates met Ukrainian Embassy officials and were served refreshments before continuing to Tokyo at 8:15 am. The visit to Japan aims to strengthen ties and seek tougher sanctions on Russia, as well as support for Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction efforts. (PC: NDTV)

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval will visit Russia this week for talks on regional and global security cooperation, just as US President Donald Trump threatens a 25% tariff on Indian goods. Trump accused India of reselling Russian oil “for big profits” and ignoring the Ukraine war. Doval is expected to seek expedited delivery of S-400 systems and review new defence deals. India dismissed Trump’s remarks as “unjustified,” citing continued US and EU trade with Russia. The visit signals India’s resolve to protect its energy and strategic ties with Moscow, despite escalating US pressure. (PC: Business Today)

As tensions rise with the US, the Indian Army’s Eastern Command shared a 1971 news article showing America’s past arms support to Pakistan. The post said, “US arms worth $2 billion shipped to Pakistan since ’54.” This came after US President Trump threatened higher tariffs on Indian goods over Russian oil imports. India’s Ministry of External Affairs called the threats “unjustified and unreasonable.” India also rejected Trump’s claim of brokering peace with Pakistan. The Army’s post is seen as a reminder of past US bias. India says it will protect its own interests and won’t be pressured by foreign powers. (PC: PTI)

India has hit back at the US for threatening 25% tariffs if it doesn’t stop buying Russian oil. “Enough is enough,” said a strong statement from the Ministry of External Affairs. India firmly denied President Trump’s claim that he brokered peace between India and Pakistan, calling it “false and misleading.” The ministry added, “We will not be told what to do. Our decisions are based on national interest.” India also pointed out that the US and EU still trade with Russia. Cheap Russian oil, India said, helps control prices for its people. “Strategic autonomy will guide our energy policy,” it stated. (PC: AFP)

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called for a “fair and representative” global order, amid Donald Trump’s tariff threats targeting India’s Russian oil trade. Speaking in Delhi, Jaishankar emphasized the need for multipolarity, not dominance by a few powers. Trump announced a 25% tariff and penalties on Indian imports, accusing India of profiting from Russian oil. India sharply responded, terming the US move “unjustified,” and highlighted ongoing US and EU trade with Russia. The Ministry of External Affairs said India's Russian crude purchases are a necessity, not political. “India will safeguard its economic security,” the ministry asserted in a strong rebuttal.

India has defended its imports of Russian oil after Donald Trump warned of possible trade tariffs. Responding to criticism, foreign ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “There cannot be double standards. Western countries are also buying gas, uranium and other goods from Russia.” He added, “India buys oil to meet the needs of its people.” After the Ukraine war began, India became a major buyer of discounted Russian crude, despite Western sanctions. The US and EU continue limited trade with Moscow. Trade negotiations between India and the US are expected to resume in Delhi on August 25. (PC: X)

Rani Kapur, mother of late businessman Sunjay Kapur, has filed a criminal complaint in the UK, urging authorities to investigate her son’s death, which she claims involved “foul play”. Sunjay Kapur died under mysterious circumstances during a polo match in London on June 12. In her letter, Rani alleges forged documents, coercion, and financial conspiracy involving entities across the UK, India, and the US. She called for a forensic audit, CCTV retrieval, and coordination with global authorities. Amid a Rs 30,000-crore Sona Comstar family feud, Rani said, “I still don’t know what happened to my son. I need closure. (PC: X)

India strongly criticised the US and EU for "unjustified and unreasonable" targeting over its oil imports from Russia, following US President Donald Trump's threat to hike tariffs. The Ministry of External Affairs defended the imports as essential for securing affordable energy for Indian consumers, especially after Western countries diverted supplies toward Europe post-Ukraine conflict. India highlighted the West’s own continued trade with Russia, saying, “Unlike our case, such trade is not even a vital national compulsion.” New Delhi also recalled how the US had earlier encouraged India to buy Russian oil to stabilise global markets during the energy crisis.

US President Donald Trump on Monday warned of a tariff hike on India, accusing it of profiting from Russian oil during the Ukraine war. “India is not only buying massive amounts of Russian Oil, they are then... selling it on the Open Market for big profits,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. He added, “They don’t care how many people in Ukraine are being killed by the Russian War Machine.” Citing this, Trump said he would “substantially” raise the tariff India pays to the US. The remark has sparked concern over potential trade tensions between New Delhi and Washington. (PC: India Today)

Indian-American billionaire Vinod Khosla has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could take over 80% of jobs in the next 3 to 5 years. Speaking on a podcast with Nikhil Kamath, Khosla said AI will change many fields, from finance to medicine. He advised young people to learn quickly and stay flexible. He believes the future will need generalists, not specialists. Khosla said services like education and healthcare could become nearly free with AI. He also said that people who learn to use AI will replace those who don’t. For him, the real power lies in how humans choose to use AI. (PC: khoslaventures.com)