Canadian public safety minister Dominic LeBlanc and Indian-origin MP Chandra Arya have denounced posters in Vancouver depicting the assassination of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The posters, allegedly promoted by Khalistani supporters, show Gandhi with bullet holes and her Sikh bodyguards holding guns. LeBlanc emphasized that promoting violence is unacceptable in Canada. Arya accused the Khalistani supporters of attempting to instill fear among Hindu-Canadians and urged law enforcement to act. These incidents have further strained India-Canada relations, with calls for Canadian authorities to address the issue to ensure community safety.

Russian authorities have recovered the bodies of four Indian students who drowned in the Volkhov river on June 4. The students, aged 18-20, were from Maharashtra and were studying at the Yaroslav-the-Wise Novgorod State University. Two bodies were recovered initially, while the remaining two were found on Saturday. The deceased have been identified as Harshal Desale, Jishan Pinjari, Jia Pinjari, and Malik Mohammad Yakub. The bodies will be flown to Mumbai and then taken to their native places in Jalgaon district. The students' families have been informed, and arrangements are being made for their funerals.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on social media platform X for his third-term victory in the general election. Musk expressed enthusiasm for potential collaborations in India. Modi responded positively, highlighting India’s favorable business environment driven by its young talent, demographics, stable policies, and democracy. This exchange has reignited industry speculation about Tesla’s entry into the Indian market. Musk had previously shown interest in meeting Modi to discuss investment opportunities in the country.

Pakistan refrains from congratulating Indian PM Narendra Modi ahead of his swearing-in ceremony. Mumtaz Zahra Baloch, spokesperson for Pakistan's Foreign Office, deems it 'Premature' amidst ongoing government formation in India. Baloch emphasizes respecting India's electoral process and the people's right to choose their leadership. Pakistan maintains diplomatic protocol by abstaining from commentary on India's internal affairs. The statement underscores the delicate regional dynamics between the neighboring countries.

Pakistan expressed its desire for friendly ties with India, including resolving disputes through talks, ahead of PM Modi's third term inauguration. Foreign Office spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch stated Pakistan's stance, refraining from commenting on India's electoral process. Pakistan emphasized constructive dialogue and engagement to settle all disputes, particularly Jammu and Kashmir. India reiterated its wish for amicable relations with Pakistan, urging Islamabad to eradicate terrorism for peaceful engagement. With the upcoming government formation, diplomatic efforts between the two neighbors remain crucial for regional stability.

A UK-based NRI, Parvinder Kaur Bhatia, was allegedly duped of shares worth Rs 3.50 crore by Parveen Kumar Bhardwaj, an officer at M/s Competent Finman Pvt Ltd. Bhardwaj had obtained Bhatia's signature on various papers and transferred the shares in his mother's name and others. A cheating case was registered in July 2022, and Bhardwaj was arrested on Wednesday. The police investigation revealed unauthorized share transactions made for personal benefit. The case highlights the vulnerability of NRIs to fraud in India. Further investigation is underway.

Four Indian students drowned in a river near St. Petersburg, Russia, with authorities recovering one body and searching for the remaining three. A female student who also fell into the river was rescued and is undergoing medical treatment. The Indian Embassy and Consulate in St. Petersburg are working with local authorities to expedite the recovery and repatriation of the deceased students. The students were studying medicine at Veliky Novgorod State University. Efforts are being made to support the bereaved families and ensure proper care for the rescued student. The cause of the incident remains under investigation.

Shruthi Kumar, an Indian-origin student, shook Harvard University with her powerful commencement speech supporting 13 students barred from graduating for pro-Palestine protests. Her off-script speech received thunderous applause from students and faculty. In an exclusive interview, Shruthi explained her motivation, citing her commitment to civil disobedience and freedom of speech. Despite her parents' concerns, she felt it was important to speak out. Harvard has not taken punitive action against her, and her speech has given hope to the barred students. Shruthi's courageous act has been widely lauded.

Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu has been invited to attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony this weekend. This comes after Muizzu congratulated Modi on his recent election victory. Leaders from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and Mauritius are also expected to attend. Modi's third consecutive term marks a historic moment. The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) won 293 seats in the Lok Sabha polls. Modi's swearing-in ceremony will be held on June 8, with invitations extended to several key leaders from neighboring countries.

Canada's National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) has identified India as the second-largest foreign threat to its democracy, following China, and ahead of Russia. This development, unveiled amid ongoing diplomatic tensions between India and Canada, highlights concerns over alleged foreign interference in Canadian democratic processes. The report accuses India of expanding its influence operations beyond countering pro-Khalistan elements to intervening in Canadian politics and ethnic communities. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed deep concern over these findings. India has dismissed these allegations as baseless, while Canadian officials cite increasing interference in their institutions.