A viral video featuring Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Qaasim has exposed Pakistan's denials regarding India's Operation Sindoor strikes. Standing amid rubble at Muridke, Qaasim confirmed the destruction of Markaz Taiba terror camp in Pakistan's Punjab province. The LeT operative acknowledged the facility was destroyed in Indian attacks and revealed reconstruction efforts are underway to rebuild the complex "bigger than before”. Additionally, LeT deputy chief Saifullah Kasuri allegedly claimed Pakistan's government and army provided support for the terrorist organization Lashkar deputy chief admits Pakistan govt, army funding terror groups in rebuilding Muridke HQ. The admissions come months after India's precision strikes targeted nine terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir LeT commander tears apart Pakistan's lies, confirms destruction of Markaz Taiba camp in Muridke during Operation Sindoor, contradicting Islamabad's official denials.

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov criticized US tariff policies against India, stating that "ancient civilizations" like India won't bow to American ultimatums. Speaking on Channel 1 TV, Lavrov said tariffs against India and China are proving ineffective, as both nations have stood firm against Washington's warnings. The US imposed 50% tariffs on Indian exports from August 27, including 25% penalty for buying Russian oil, affecting shrimp, textiles, leather sectors. Despite tensions, India-US trade talks resumed this week with chief negotiators meeting to resolve bilateral issues. Trump recently acknowledged that imposing tariffs on India wasn't easy and causes rifts, as India was a major customer before the penalties were implemented. (PC: Bloomberg & Times Now)

In an affidavit submitted to Delhi High Court, Kashmiri separatist Yasin Malik claimed former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh expressed gratitude for meeting Lashkar-e-Taiba founder Hafiz Saeed in Pakistan in 2006. Malik alleged the meeting occurred at Intelligence Bureau officials' behest for peace efforts following Pakistan's earthquake. He stated Singh invited him for formal dialogue in February 2006, assuring Kashmir issue resolution and later thanking him for efforts with Pakistani militant leaders. Malik also claimed meeting former PM Atal Behari Vajpayee in 1995 regarding Kashmir. The National Investigation Agency seeks death penalty for Malik in a terror funding case. Currently imprisoned in Tihar Jail since 2022 life sentence, Malik faces allegations of threatening national sovereignty. (PC: BBC & Instagram)

Mohammed Nizamuddin, a 30-year-old Indian techie from Telangana, was shot dead by California police on September 3 after allegedly stabbing his roommate in Santa Clara. Before his death, Nizamuddin posted on LinkedIn claiming he was a "victim of racial hatred" and calling for an end to "American mentality." He alleged unfair wages, wrongful termination from his job at Google via EPAM Systems, racial discrimination, and harassment. Nizamuddin claimed his food was poisoned and he faced eviction for fighting injustice. His family alleges racial discrimination and demands a thorough investigation. The Masters in Computer Science graduate had publicly complained about wage fraud and workplace harassment. Santa Clara police continue investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. (PC: NDTV)

US President Donald Trump has notably softened his stance toward India and Prime Minister Narendra Modi after months of criticism over India's Russian oil trade and tariff threats. Speaking to reporters during his UK visit alongside British PM Keir Starmer, Trump emphasized his close relationship with Modi, stating he recently wished him happy birthday. This marks a significant tone shift following repeated rants about India buying Russian oil. Trump suggested lowering global oil prices would force Russia to settle conflicts, while criticizing European nations for similar Russian oil purchases. India maintains its oil trade violates no international laws, accusing the West of hypocrisy. Modi had previously given Trump the cold shoulder, declining dinner invitations and cancelling planned visits.

Pakistan and China jointly submitted a request to the UN Security Council to designate the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its suicide wing, Majeed Brigade, as terrorist entities. However, the United States, United Kingdom, and France blocked the proposal by placing a technical hold, citing insufficient evidence linking the groups to Al-Qaeda and ISIL. Pakistan's UN Ambassador stated that over 60 terror camps operate from Afghan sanctuaries, enabling cross-border attacks. The US had already designated BLA as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in 2024, following the group's responsibility for attacks including Karachi airport bombings, Gwadar Port strikes, and the March 2025 Jaffar Express train hijacking that killed 31 people and held 300 hostages. (PC: India Today & Hindustan Times)

India's armed forces have announced ambitious plans to establish three new joint military stations alongside a tri-services education corps, marking a significant step toward enhanced military integration and operational readiness. This strategic initiative aims to break down traditional service silos by creating unified command structures that bring together the Army, Navy, and Air Force under shared facilities and command. The tri-services education corps will focus on joint training programs, fostering inter-service cooperation from the ground up. These developments reflect India's commitment to modernizing its defense architecture, improving coordination between services, and creating a more cohesive military structure capable of addressing contemporary security challenges through integrated operations and shared expertise. (PC: India Senitals & The New Indian Express)

Seventy years after cheetahs vanished from India, Project Cheetah achieves a remarkable milestone with 17 Indian-born cubs in three years. Mukhi, the first cub born on Indian soil in March 2023 at Kuno National Park, symbolizes conservation success after surviving sibling deaths from heatwave, maternal abandonment, and injuries. Born to Namibian transplants Jwala and Shaurya under the 2022 reintroduction program, Mukhi was hand-reared by veterinary teams and learned independent hunting. Despite a recent leopard-cheetah territorial clash claiming one sub-adult, Kuno now hosts 25 healthy cheetahs including nine adults and 16 India-born individuals. Officials call Mukhi a symbol of courage, with her documented care serving as reference for future global conservation efforts. (PC: Zooborns)

The International Cricket Committee is considering disciplinary action against Pakistan for violating multiple rules, including unauthorized filming of restricted areas, prior to their Wednesday match against the UAE, according to PTI. The Pakistan Cricket Board received an official email from ICC CEO Sanjog Gupta outlining Pakistan's rule violations. This development follows Pakistan's release of a controversial video showing their team's discussion with match referee Andy Pycroft. In the footage, Pakistan claimed Pycroft apologized for miscommunication during the handshake snub incident that occurred on Sunday. The ICC's potential action highlights growing tensions and protocol breaches in international cricket, with Pakistan facing scrutiny over their conduct both on and off the field during recent matches. (PC: Crystal PNG, One Cricket & ANI News)

Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran expressed optimism that the 25% penal tariff imposed by the United States on certain Indian imports will likely be withdrawn after November 30. Speaking at a Merchants' Chamber of Commerce and Industry event in Kolkata, Nageswaran stated the duties on certain products are expected to be withdrawn after November 30. The CEA noted that both the original reciprocal tariff of 25% plus the penal tariff of 25% were not anticipated, believing geopolitical circumstances may have led to the second 25% tariff. This signals potential easing of trade restrictions amid ongoing India-US negotiations and improving bilateral ties, offering relief to Indian exporters affected by these additional duties. (PC: Finance Veda & Mint)