External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar inaugurated a modern medical facility in Grand Bois, Mauritius, built with Indian grant assistance. During his two-day visit, Jaishankar highlighted the clinic as a testament to the enduring friendship between India and Mauritius. The Mediclinic will provide secondary healthcare to 16,000 people, addressing post-COVID health priorities. Jaishankar expressed pride in the collaboration and praised Mauritius' Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth for the initiative. He also met with opposition leader Arvin Boolell to discuss deepening bilateral partnerships.

The High Commission of India in London hosted an enlightening discussion on the diversity and success stories of wildlife conservation in India. The event featured prominent conservationists Surya Ramachandran and David Raju, who shared remarkable tales of wildlife coexisting with human habitats across India, from snow leopards and Himalayan brown bears to Bengal tigers and various reptiles. The conversation underscored the sustainability of wildlife tourism in India. The event was supported by TransIndus, Signature Hotels, The LaLiT London, and Here and Now, highlighting the global interest in India's wildlife conservation efforts.

Eight Indians and one Sri Lankan were rescued after the MT Falcon Prestige capsized off the Oman coast. The vessel had 25 crew members, including 13 Indians and 3 Sri Lankans. The Indian Navy’s INS Teg led the rescue, with help from maritime surveillance aircraft P-8I and Omani vessels. The Defence Ministry said, “The warship located the capsizing oil tanker on Tuesday.” The search for the remaining 16 crew members continues. The vessel capsized 25 nautical miles southeast of Ras Madrakah and was headed for Aden, Yemen.

Australian tourist Bree Steele has sparked a social media sensation with her heartfelt praise for Mumbai's resilience during monsoon season. In a viral Instagram video, Steele recounts her journey through flooded streets en route to the airport, noting how her Uber driver fearlessly navigated the deluge. "Indians are the toughest and chillest people," Steele affirms in the clip, which has garnered over 1.9 million views since its posting two days ago. Her admiration underscores Mumbai's steadfastness in the face of annual monsoon challenges, resonating widely with online audiences who admire the city's indomitable spirit.

An Indian national was among six people killed in a terrorist attack near a Shia mosque in Oman's capital. The attack, claimed by the Islamic State militant group, also left 28 injured. The Indian victim's identity has not been disclosed. India has condemned the attack and is in touch with Omani authorities to gather more information. The Indian Embassy in Muscat has offered assistance to any Indians affected by the attack. This incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and cooperation to combat global terrorism. India stands in solidarity with Oman and the families of the victims.

The Indian Navy has deployed the warship INS Teg and maritime surveillance aircraft P-81 to search for a missing crew after a Comoros-flagged vessel capsized off the coast of Oman. The vessel, "Prestige Falcon", had 13 Indian and 3 Sri Lankan crew members on board, all of whom are reported missing. Omani vessels and personnel are also involved in the search and rescue operation. The incident was reported on Monday, and search efforts are currently underway. The Indian Navy's swift response aims to ensure the safe rescue of the missing crew members.

Twenty-seven workers from Jharkhand, India, are stranded in Cameroon without pay or essential resources. They were recruited by a private company in March but haven't received wages for four months. The workers, from Bokaro, Giridih, and Hazaribagh, claim they are facing food and water scarcity. They have appealed to the Indian government for evacuation. Jharkhand Minister Bebi Devi has requested the External Affairs Ministry to intervene, tagging Minister S Jaishankar. The workers' plight highlights the challenges faced by Indian workers in foreign countries. Efforts are underway to ensure their safe return.

A two-year investigation by the UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) has led to the bust of an Indian-origin criminal gang involved in money laundering and drug trafficking. The gang, comprising Rickinder Hare, Neelen Balarajah, and Hitesh Vadolia, laundered millions in criminal cash and distributed class A and B drugs. They also attempted to fraudulently acquire £1.5 million in government grants. Balarajah received a 13-year prison sentence, while Hare received a suspended sentence and community service. Vadolia, the "cash courier," faced multiple charges before his death. The NCA continues to probe links to "politically exposed individuals overseas."

Bihar's Hajipur has emerged as a key manufacturing hub for high-quality shoes. Competence Exports, a private company, has been producing safety shoes for the Russian army and designer shoes for European markets since 2018. In the last year, the company exported 1.5 million pairs, valued at Rs 100 crore. This accounts for 50% of India's total shoe exports to Russia, making Competence Exports the largest exporter to the country. The company aims to increase exports by 50% this year, further solidifying Hajipur's position in the global shoe industry.

Thirteen Indian nationals are reported missing after the Comoros-flagged oil tanker, "Prestige Falcon," capsized off Oman's coast. The incident occurred on Monday, with Oman's maritime security center confirming the crew comprised 13 Indians and three Sri Lankans. The tanker remains submerged and inverted, prompting urgent search and rescue operations. Authorities are assessing the vessel's stability and potential environmental impact, with no confirmation yet on oil leakage into the sea. The Prestige Falcon, a 117-meter-long tanker built in 2007, departed from Dubai's port of Hamriya en route to Aden, Yemen, and was last tracked four days ago.