An 18-year-old Indian tourist, Romanch Mahajan, died after a horse-drawn carriage accident in Central Park during his family’s first trip to New York City. The incident occurred when the carriage horse reportedly bolted while the driver had stepped away to take a family photograph. As the carriage sped uncontrollably through the park, passengers were thrown from the vehicle. According to his father, Romanch jumped from the moving carriage to help his mother after she fell, suffering fatal head injuries. The tragedy has reignited debate over horse-drawn carriages in New York, with local officials and activists calling for stricter safety measures and renewed consideration of Ryder’s Law.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns over the deaths of three Indian sailors during talks with US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit. Modi stressed that the safety and security of seafarers must be ensured in any agreement involving Iran, highlighting the risks faced by Indian maritime workers. The sailors were killed earlier this month when a US Navy strike hit the Palau-flagged tanker Settebello in the Gulf of Oman. Trump acknowledged the tragedy, calling maritime work a “rough profession” and expressing sympathy. The incident occurred amid escalating regional tensions and disruptions to commercial shipping routes.

US President Donald Trump assured India of American support in the event of an attack, saying the US would stand by India as long as Prime Minister Narendra Modi remains its leader. Speaking alongside Modi, Trump described US-India ties as strong and praised Modi as a tough negotiator who deeply cares for both India and the United States. He also said India plays a significant role in West Asia under Modi’s leadership. Addressing the deaths of three Indian sailors in a US strike, Trump expressed sympathy. Modi highlighted maritime security, stressing the importance of protecting Indian seafarers and ensuring freedom of navigation worldwide.

India and the United Kingdom will implement their Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) on July 15. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the deal a "historic milestone" in India-UK relations. The agreement is expected to boost trade, investment and business opportunities between the two countries. It will improve market access and reduce tariffs on several products. Modi said the deal would benefit farmers, workers, MSMEs, startups and innovators. The UK described it as one of its most important post-Brexit trade agreements. Officials from both countries believe the pact will strengthen economic cooperation and create new opportunities across many sectors. (PC: Getty Images)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France. The two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation, trade and efforts to promote peace. Modi said India would "always be on the side of peace" and place humanity above everything else. He also stressed the need to restore trade relations to pre-war levels. Zelenskyy said Ukraine received important support commitments from G7 leaders, including help to strengthen air defence and energy security. He also said partner countries agreed to increase pressure on Russia through additional sanctions during the ongoing conflict.

India and the United Kingdom will implement their Free Trade Agreement on July 15, following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the G7 Summit in France. The deal is expected to boost trade and investment between the two countries. Under the agreement, India will reduce tariffs on British whisky and automobiles, while the UK will lower tariffs on Indian exports such as clothing, footwear and food products. The agreement is estimated to be worth $6.5 billion. Both countries expect the deal to create new business opportunities and strengthen economic ties. (PC: AFP)

Aman Sanger and Sualeh Asif are set to become billionaires after Elon Musk's SpaceX agreed to acquire AI coding company Anysphere, the maker of Cursor, for $60 billion. Sanger, who has Indian roots, and Pakistan-born Asif each reportedly hold a 4.5% stake in the company. According to reports, both are expected to receive SpaceX shares worth about $2.7 billion. Cursor was founded in 2022 by Sanger, Asif and two other MIT graduates. The platform uses artificial intelligence to help developers write code and is used by millions of programmers and major technology companies worldwide. (PC: X/@amanrsanger, Cursor)

The US has renamed its military command from US Indo-Pacific Command back to US Pacific Command. The Trump administration said the move is only a name change and does not affect the command’s mission. However, the decision has raised questions about America’s focus on the Indian Ocean region and its ties with India. Some analysts believe it could signal a shift in US strategic priorities. Others say India remains important to Washington’s plans in Asia. The command’s responsibilities remain unchanged. The move has also sparked debate about the future role of the Quad grouping in regional security.

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in France. Trump praised Modi, saying he “looks like an angel” but is “as tough as they come” in negotiations. The two leaders discussed trade, security, and regional issues. Trump also said, “If anybody attacks that man, we're gonna be there,” referring to Modi. The Prime Minister stressed the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and protecting Indian seafarers. Modi said their safety was of “utmost importance”. Both leaders expressed confidence in stronger India-US cooperation in the future.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 Summit after 16 months. The two leaders discussed regional security, trade, and maritime safety. Modi stressed the importance of keeping the Strait of Hormuz open and raised concerns about the safety of Indian seafarers working in the region. He welcomed the US-Iran peace framework and said it could bring stability to West Asia. Trump praised Modi, calling him a tough negotiator and an important global leader. He said the United States would support India if it ever faced an attack and expressed interest in visiting India. (PPC: AP)