Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly stated that the remaining Indian diplomats in Canada are “clearly on notice” after the expulsion of six Indian diplomats earlier this week. This diplomatic rift follows Canada naming Indian diplomats as "persons of interest" in the investigation of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder. Joly asserted that Canada will not accept any diplomats who violate the Vienna Convention or threaten Canadian safety. The expelled diplomats included the Indian High Commissioner in Ottawa and others primarily based in Toronto and Vancouver. Joly warned that further expulsions may occur if violations are identified.

A drone attack from Lebanon targeted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's private residence in Caesarea, near Haifa, on Saturday. The drone exploded near his home, but Netanyahu and his wife were not present at the time. Israeli air defenses intercepted two other drones, causing sirens to sound in the Tel Aviv area. The attack follows Israel’s killing of Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar in Gaza just two days earlier. The third drone caused a loud explosion after hitting a building in Caesarea, according to reports.

Mathura SSP Shailesh Pandey has suspended three police personnel—Sub-inspector Ramsanehi, Head Constable Vipin, and Constable Sanjay—after a video of Lawrence Bishnoi gang sharpshooter Yogesh speaking to media while in custody went viral. The incident occurred at the Refinery police station. Yogesh, in his statement, claimed his encounter in Mathura was staged and mentioned the killing of NCP leader Baba Siddiqui in Mumbai. The suspensions were ordered after concerns arose over the security breach allowing media access to the accused while in police custody. This incident has prompted an internal inquiry into the matter.

Liam Payne's father, Geoff Payne, visited the Casa Sur Hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where his son tragically died after falling from a third-floor balcony. Geoff was seen reading tributes and kissing pictures left by mourners outside the hotel. Payne, aged 31, died on Wednesday, and his father arrived in Argentina on Friday to make arrangements for his son's body to be returned to the UK. Geoff was accompanied by British consular officials and security staff as he made his way through the city, paying respects at the scene of the accident.

Vikash Yadav, a former official of India's Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), was arrested by the Delhi Police Special Cell. He is wanted in the U.S. for his alleged role in a plot to assassinate pro-Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has released a wanted poster for Yadav, identifying him as a former Indian government employee. His arrest is linked to an extortion case. Authorities are investigating Yadav's involvement in directing the foiled assassination plot, which reportedly took place on U.S. soil. Further details regarding the case are still emerging.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested IAS officer Sanjeev Hans and former RJD MLA Gulab Yadav for their alleged involvement in a tender scam within Bihar's power ministry. Sanjeev Hans, who served as the principal secretary of the state energy department, was transferred to the general administration department in August following ED's initial searches. The agency conducted multiple raids at locations linked to both Hans and Yadav, with the most recent search occurring on Thursday. Hans was arrested in Patna, while Yadav was taken into custody in Delhi, both under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Cheryl Cole paid tribute to her late ex-partner, Liam Payne, following his death, emphasizing the need for sensitivity in media coverage. Cole, who was in a relationship with Payne from 2016 to 2018 and shares a son named Bear with him, expressed her deep sorrow in a statement. She reminded the public that Payne was not just a celebrity but also a father, son, brother, and friend. Cole shared a photo of Payne with their son, urging everyone to remember the personal loss experienced by Bear, who now has to cope with the reality of losing his father at a young age.

Three flights received bomb threats in less than 24 hours, contributing to a rise in hoax calls this week, with over 35 threats reported since Monday. A Vistara flight from Delhi to London was diverted to Frankfurt due to a bomb threat. An Air India Express flight from Jaipur to Dubai also received a bomb threat, which was later deemed fake, causing a delay in the departure of another flight to Dubai. Additionally, an Akasa Air flight from Bengaluru to Mumbai received a bomb threat just before takeoff. In response, civil aviation authorities are implementing stricter measures to address these security concerns.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has proposed a plan to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) regarding the upcoming Champions Trophy matches. The PCB suggested that if the Indian team is concerned about security in Pakistan, they could play their matches there and return to India the same day. Specifically, the PCB has verbally indicated that India could set up a training camp in New Delhi or Chandigarh and use chartered flights to travel to Lahore for the matches. However, PCB sources clarified that this proposal has not yet been formally documented and submitted to the BCCI.

A photo of Zeeshan Siddique was found on the phone of one of the suspects arrested in connection with the murder of his father, Baba Siddique, an NCP leader. The phone belonged to one of the shooters, and police sources confirmed that the photo was shared via Snapchat by a handler linked to the accused. Investigators noted that the shooters and conspirators used Snapchat for communication, with instructions to delete messages afterward. This handler is believed to be associated with the gang of notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to unravel the case's connections.