According to Al Jazeera, India has been exporting arms and explosives to Israel during its conflict with Gaza, which has resulted in over 37,000 Palestinian deaths. A cargo vessel, Borkum, allegedly carried 20 tonnes of rocket engines and other munitions from Chennai, India, to Ashdod, Israel. This report surfaced following opposition from Palestinian supporters in Spain, who tried to block the vessel from docking. Documents reviewed by Al Jazeera purportedly confirm the shipment’s Indian origin, linking it to a joint venture involving Adani Defence & Aerospace and Elbit Systems. India has not officially responded to these claims.

Rishi Shah, co-founder of Outcome Health, has been sentenced to seven and a half years in prison for a ₹8,300 crore ($1 billion) fraud. The Indian-American entrepreneur was convicted on over a dozen charges of fraud and money laundering, deceiving major investors like Goldman Sachs and Alphabet. His co-founders, Shradha Agarwal and Brad Purdy, received lesser sentences. Shah's fraud scheme inflated the company's value, misleading investors about its financial health. The U.S. SEC also filed a civil lawsuit against Shah and others involved. The case highlights significant investor deception and corporate misconduct in the health advertising sector.

A 24-year-old Indian-origin woman, Manpreet Kaur, died on a Qantas flight from Melbourne to Delhi on June 20. Kaur collapsed while trying to fasten her seatbelt just before takeoff and was pronounced dead on the spot. Despite feeling unwell before boarding, Kaur had managed to get on the plane without assistance. Cabin crew and emergency services rushed to assist her, but unfortunately, she could not be saved. The incident has left her family and friends in shock, who were expecting her to arrive in India to meet them. Key highlights: Kaur's sudden collapse, her death on the spot, and her reported illness before boarding.

India and the US will establish the Gandhi-King Development Foundation (GKDF) by October 2024. The agreement was signed during US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's visit to India last month. The foundation aims to tackle global development challenges, focusing on climate change, public health, and women's empowerment. US Ambassador Eric Garcetti highlighted the shared commitment to non-violent principles of Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. The foundation will operate in India, using public and private resources to promote sustainable development and enhance cooperation between the two nations.

Manpreet Kaur, a 24-year-old Indian-origin woman, died suddenly on a Qantas flight from Melbourne to Delhi on June 20. She felt unwell but managed to board the plane. Moments after struggling to fasten her seatbelt, she collapsed and died at the boarding gate. The suspected cause is tuberculosis. Kaur, who worked at Australia Post and studied cookery, was eager to reunite with her family in India after four years. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support her family. Friends and the community are contributing to help them during this difficult time.

Pritam Singh, Leader of Opposition in Singapore and secretary-general of the Workers' Party (WP), has been re-elected despite facing legal challenges. Singh, 48, will continue to lead WP's Central Executive Committee (CEC) into the next general election. He faces charges for allegedly lying in Parliament about a case involving a former party member, with his trial scheduled for October. Singh, who has pleaded not guilty, expressed optimism about the party's future while refraining from commenting further on his legal proceedings.

A 24-year-old Indian-origin woman, Manpreet Kaur, tragically passed away on a Qantas flight from Melbourne to Delhi. She suffered a medical episode shortly after boarding and collapsed while attempting to fasten her seatbelt. Despite efforts from flight crew and emergency services, she died before the flight could take off. Kaur, described by friends as a student and aspiring chef, was returning to India to visit family after four years. Her sudden death has sparked condolences and fundraising efforts among her community in Australia, aiming to support her grieving family during this difficult time.

Annamalai Kokila Parvathi, a 35-year-old Indian-origin Singaporean, has been allowed to visit her grandparents in Kerala despite facing charges for organizing a pro-Palestine procession without a permit. Singapore's court approved her travel request on Monday, imposing an additional bail of SGD 10,000. Parvathi, who was charged on June 27 under the Public Order Act, initially posted bail of SGD 5,000. The procession in February violated Singapore's strict regulations on public demonstrations, particularly those related to foreign conflicts. The court's decision accounts for her moderate flight risk and prior travel booking.

Ashwin Ramaswami, 24, the first Gen Z Indian-American candidate for Georgia's State Senate, has secured an endorsement from US Senator Jon Ossoff. Running in the Democratic primary for District 48, Ramaswami is challenging incumbent Republican Shawn Still, indicted for his role in the January 6th insurrection. Senator Ossoff praised Ramaswami's dedication to democracy, contrasting him with Still's controversial past. Ramaswami, a former election security expert, has raised over $280,000 and aims to enhance healthcare, housing, and election security in Georgia. His election would make him the youngest and first Indian-American representative in Georgia's history.

Indian American physician and community leader Dr Sampat Shivangi has been elected as a delegate to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee for the sixth consecutive time. He will participate in formally nominating former President Donald Trump as the party's candidate for the upcoming presidential election. Dr Shivangi, known for his advocacy in US Congress and leadership in Indian American political associations, expressed honor in representing the community nationally. His nomination underscores the significant role of Indian Americans in American politics and their continued influence within the Republican Party.