India on Sunday criticised Pakistan’s airstrikes inside Afghanistan, calling them an attempt to shift focus from its own internal issues.   External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the strikes caused civilian deaths, including women and children, during Ramadan. “India strongly condemns Pakistan’s airstrikes on Afghan territory,” he said. He added that it was “another attempt by Pakistan to externalise its internal failures.”   India also reaffirmed support for Afghanistan’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.   Pakistan said it targeted militant camps after recent attacks in its territory. Kabul rejected the strikes and warned of a “necessary and measured response.”

A 21-year-old man was shot and killed after entering the inner security perimeter of former US President Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Florida. The US Secret Service said the incident happened at about 01:30 local time. Officers spotted the man near the north gate carrying a shotgun and a fuel can. Sheriff Ric Bradshaw said officers ordered him to drop the items. “He dropped the can and raised the shotgun to a firing position,” Bradshaw said. Agents then fired to “neutralise the threat.” US media identified him as Austin T. Martin of North Carolina. Trump was not in Florida. The FBI is leading the investigation. (PC: BBC)

Pakistan launched overnight air strikes in eastern Afghanistan. The Taliban said at least 18 people, including women and children, were killed.   Islamabad said the strikes hit seven militant camps near the border. It called them “intelligence based selective targeting” after recent suicide attacks in Pakistan.   Afghan officials said homes and a religious school were hit in Nangarhar and Paktika provinces. A local resident said 18 members of one family died in Nangarhar.   Pakistan blamed the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan and said Kabul failed to act against militants. The Taliban called the strikes a “blatant violation” and warned of a response. (PC: BBC)

Students at several universities in Iran held anti-government protests on Saturday. It is the first large action since last month’s deadly crackdown. Videos verified by the BBC show hundreds marching at Sharif University of Technology in Tehran. They chanted “death to the dictator,” referring to Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Scuffles broke out between protesters and pro-government supporters. Peaceful sit-ins were also seen at Shahid Beheshti University and Amirkabir University of Technology. In Mashhad, students shouted “Freedom, freedom” and called for rights. The protests honour thousands killed in January. The US is also weighing possible military action against Iran.

After the US Supreme Court struck down his broad tariff powers, President Donald Trump insisted that the India-US interim trade deal remains unchanged and bilateral cooperation continues. Trump told reporters that “nothing changes” in the agreement and that India will continue paying tariffs while the United States will not, calling the arrangement fair and praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The comments came amid legal and political debate over Trump’s authority to impose global import duties, and follow his announcement of new tariff measures under alternate trade laws. India said it is studying the implications of the court judgment for its economy and exporters. 

US President Donald Trump announced that he will increase his newly imposed global tariff rate to 15% on imports from all countries, after the US Supreme Court struck down his previous tariff framework as exceeding presidential authority. Trump said the higher levy, rising from an initial 10% rate, is “fully allowed and legally tested” under a lesser-used trade law and will take effect immediately, aiming to protect American industries and address trade imbalances. The move signals continued trade tension with global partners and is likely to face legal and political challenges, with implications for global markets and US consumers. (PC: EPA)

Microsoft appointed Asha Sharma as the new CEO of its Xbox and Microsoft Gaming division, succeeding longtime chief Phil Spencer, who retired after nearly four decades. Sharma, an Indian-origin executive with a strong background in AI and consumer products, previously led Microsoft’s CoreAI division and held senior roles at Instacart and Meta. The leadership change aims to steer Xbox through industry shifts as gaming expands across consoles, cloud, and AI. However, the announcement sparked widespread online backlash, with critics on social media questioning her lack of direct gaming experience and accusing the company of “Indian nepotism,” while supporters defended her credentials. (PC: X)

Sarah Ferguson, widely known as “Fergie” and ex-wife of Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor, has seen her public standing crumble after newly released U.S. government documents revealed a close relationship with late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Reuters reports. Despite divorcing Andrew in 1996, the pair remained close and lived together until recently. The documents show emotionally and financially intimate communications, including Ferguson calling Epstein the “brother I always wished for,” prompting several charities to cut ties. The revelations compound the broader royal scandal tied to Epstein that has already led to Andrew’s arrest and loss of titles. Ferguson is now keeping a low profile amid fallout. (PC: Reuters)

Afghanistan has strongly condemned Pakistani airstrikes along the border, alleging that innocent civilians were killed in the attacks. Kabul officials said dozens died when Pakistani forces targeted areas inside Afghan territory, calling the strikes a violation of sovereignty. Afghanistan warned of a firm “response” and accused Islamabad of escalating regional tensions. Pakistan, however, maintains that the operation targeted Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militant camps, claiming it acted on “conclusive evidence” linking the groups to recent deadly attacks inside Pakistan. The incident has further strained already fragile ties between the two neighbors, raising fears of wider cross-border escalation.

The US Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority by using emergency powers law (IEEPA) to impose broad import tariffs, asserting that only Congress can levy tariffs. In swift response, Trump invoked Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974 and first imposed a 10% global tariff on all imports before raising it to the maximum 15% rate for up to 150 days. Trump condemned the court’s decision and vowed alternative tariff measures. The ruling creates uncertainty over tariff revenue refunds and impacts global trade relations. (PC: AP)