Sharma’s newly opened Kap’s Cafe in Surrey, Canada, was targeted in a shooting by Khalistani terrorist Harjit Singh Laddi, affiliated with Babbar Khalsa International. Laddi claimed the attack was retaliation for remarks made on Sharma’s show mocking Nihang Sikhs. Despite multiple calls to Sharma’s manager, no apology was issued, prompting the assault. Shots were fired while staff were inside, though no injuries occurred. The cafe, opened on July 4, expressed shock but vowed resilience. Nihang Sikhs, known for their traditional martial attire, were offended by the comedic portrayal. Canadian authorities are investigating the incident, while Sharma has yet to respond publicly. (PC: Times Now)

Unidentified gunmen fired around a dozen shots at comedian Kapil Sharma’s newly launched Kap’s Cafe in Surrey, British Columbia, at 1:50 am on July 10, damaging glass but injuring no one as staff sheltered inside. Khalistani terrorist Harjeet Singh Laddi, an NIA‑listed Babbar Khalsa International operative, later claimed responsibility, reportedly angered by a past remark from Sharma. In an Instagram note, the café said the attack shocked them, yet they “won’t be giving up” and urged people to “stand firm against violence,” thanking patrons for their support. Surrey Police are probing motives and links to other incidents; no suspect information has been released. Sharma’s latest Netflix show premiered on June 21. (PC: Bollywood Hungama)

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recognized India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) as a blueprint for global digital payment systems. In its report titled "Growing Retail Digital Payments: The Value of Interoperability," the IMF highlighted UPI’s low-cost, interoperable framework, simple user interface, and integration with India’s digital identity infrastructure as key factors behind its success. Launched in 2016, UPI now facilitates over 18 billion transactions monthly, significantly reducing dependence on cash and cards. The IMF suggested other countries could adopt similar interoperable and inclusive digital payment systems tailored to their own socio-economic contexts. (PC: India Today)  

  On July 9, 2025, early in the morning, at least nine shots were fired at Kap’s Cafe in Surrey, British Columbia, owned by comedian Kapil Sharma and wife Ginni Chatrath. Though no injuries occurred, the cafe sustained property damage including shattered glass windows and bullet marks . A video shows an assailant discharging rounds from a moving car . The banned extremist group Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) operative Harjit Singh Laddi, listed among India’s most wanted terrorists, has claimed responsibility—reportedly citing remarks made by Sharma about Sikh Nihangs on his TV show as the motive . Both Canadian and Indian authorities are investigating, examining possible links to extortion or broader extremist acts. (PC: X)

A British F-35B stealth fighter jet, grounded at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport since June 14 due to hydraulic failure, may finally return to the UK next week. Diverted from HMS Prince of Wales during joint maritime drills over the Arabian Sea, the $115 million aircraft made an emergency landing in Kerala. British engineers are working to restore its flight capabilities. The jet's unexpected stay sparked memes and a humorous tourism campaign by Kerala. After weeks exposed to monsoon rains, it was moved to a hangar on July 6. The F-35B is among the world’s most advanced fifth-generation stealth aircraft. (PC: India Today)

Comedian Kapil Sharma’s newly launched Kap’s Cafe in Surrey, Canada, was attacked late Wednesday night as unidentified gunmen fired multiple rounds at the building. No injuries were reported. Khalistani terrorist Harjeet Singh Laddi, listed as most-wanted by India’s National Investigation Agency (NIA), claimed responsibility for the shooting. Linked to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), Laddi reportedly cited Sharma’s past remarks as motive. The attackers fled in a vehicle. Authorities are investigating whether the cafe or the comedian was the actual target. The incident comes shortly after the premiere of The Kapil Sharma Show Season 3 on Netflix on June 21.

Late Wednesday night in Surrey, British Columbia, multiple rounds—at least nine—were fired from a moving vehicle at Kapil Sharma’s newly inaugurated restaurant, Kap’s Cafe, though no injuries were reported . Bullet marks were found on the café façade and nearby houses, prompting an immediate police response and forensic investigation . Harjeet Singh Laddi, an alleged operative of Khalistani group Babbar Khalsa International and on India’s NIA most-wanted list, claimed responsibility for the attack . Authorities are investigating motives and pursuing suspects, while local and diaspora communities express concern over safety and rising extremism abroad.    

A 23-year-old Indian student pilot from Kerala, Sreehari Sukesh, was among two killed in a mid-air plane collision in Manitoba, Canada. The tragic incident occurred during routine training at Harv’s Air flight school near Steinbach. Both pilots—Sukesh and 20-year-old Canadian classmate Savanna May Royes—were flying Cessna aircraft when they collided while attempting to land. Canada's Transportation Safety Board is investigating. India's Consulate General in Toronto confirmed Sukesh’s death and is assisting the family. The school, which trains 400 students annually, expressed shock. Witnesses reported hearing loud bangs and seeing pillars of black smoke following the crash. (PC: India Today)

India and the United States are nearing finalisation of an interim trade deal, with key discussions continuing between negotiators. Sources say the Indian delegation may soon return to Washington to accelerate talks, aiming for a September–October conclusion. Rajesh Agrawal, India’s chief trade negotiator, confirmed the focus on first sealing an interim pact before progressing to a full bilateral trade agreement. Agrawal also highlighted India's broader trade push, citing recent FTAs with the UK, Australia, and the UAE, and ongoing talks with the EU, Chile, Peru, and New Zealand. India has signed 14 FTAs with 26 countries to date. (PC: News18)

Nine Indian tourists were detained in Moscow on July 8 and held for three days without explanation, despite possessing valid documents, according to Amit Tanwar, one of the travellers. Only three of their 12-member group were cleared. Tanwar shared on Instagram that Russian authorities confiscated passports, checked phones, and confined them to a locked room with minimal food and water. He called the treatment "inhumane" and "humiliating," urging PM Modi and the Indian Embassy to intervene. Deportations reportedly began via Baku, Azerbaijan. The tourists fear further mistreatment and remain mentally distressed by the experience and lack of official communication. (PC: NDTV)