Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to a statue of Mahatma Gandhi during his visit to Kyiv, Ukraine, on Friday. The statue, located in the 'Oasis of Peace' park, was unveiled on Gandhi's 151st birth anniversary in 2020. It stands as a symbol of peace and the deepening ties between India and Ukraine. Modi highlighted Gandhi’s message of non-violence and its relevance to today's global challenges. The statue was first unveiled by Indian Ambassador Partha Satpathy and Ukrainian officials as part of the 151st birth anniversary celebrations.

The CBI is investigating the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The crime occurred in a seminar hall on August 9, while the victim was asleep during her 36-hour shift. A broken door bolt in the hall is under scrutiny as it may have allowed the attacker, Sanjay Roy, to enter. The CBI is also checking CCTV footage to see if someone guarded the door during the crime. Polygraph tests will be conducted on four hospital employees, including the principal, who resigned after the incident.

A volcano in Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula erupted on Thursday for the sixth time since December. Lava and smoke began to flow from a 3.9 km long crack at the Sundhnúks crater row. The Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) had detected earthquake activity earlier, indicating an eruption was likely. The lava is currently not threatening the nearby town of Grindavik, which was evacuated during an earlier eruption. Authorities continue to monitor the situation. Iceland’s Foreign Ministry confirmed the eruption’s impact is limited, and no one is in immediate danger.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kyiv, Ukraine, on Friday, marking his first visit to the country. Alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Modi paid tribute to children killed in the ongoing conflict. They visited the Martyrologist exposition at the National Museum of History, where Modi expressed deep sorrow for the families. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for children to live in safety. Earlier, Modi also paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi in Kyiv. His visit to Ukraine follows a recent trip to Russia, balancing India's diplomatic efforts amid the ongoing war.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv, reaffirming India’s stance in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Modi clarified that "India was never neutral in this war," emphasizing, "India is on the side of peace." The leaders held detailed discussions on defense, trade, agriculture, and potential peace solutions. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar described the visit as a "landmark event," marking the first Indian Prime Minister's visit to Ukraine since its independence. "Today, we handed over cubes containing medical support equipment to Ukraine," Jaishankar added, highlighting India's delivery of twenty-two tonnes of aid as part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts.

The body of 18-year-old Hannah Lynch, daughter of British tycoon Mike Lynch, was found by divers, marking the last recovery after a superyacht sank off Sicily. The yacht sank around 5 a.m. on Monday, killing six people, including Mike Lynch, Morgan Stanley International bank chair Jonathan Bloomer, his wife Judy, and lawyer Chris Morvillo and his wife Neda. The remaining 15 passengers, including Lynch's wife Angela Bacares, were rescued. The bodies were taken to Porticello, a nearby fishing village. Earlier, the body of Canadian-Antiguan chef Recaldo Thomas was recovered from the scene.

Five laborers died when the roof slab of an under-construction cottage at a resort in Choral village, Mhow tehsil, Indore district, collapsed on Thursday night. The incident occurred about 40 km from Indore’s district headquarters while the workers were asleep under the structure. Authorities were notified around 6:30 am on Friday, and police immediately launched a rescue operation, recovering the bodies from the site. Indore (Rural) Superintendent of Police Hitika Wasal confirmed the deaths and stated that an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the collapse. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem.

Iceland's Blue Lagoon evacuated amid volcano eruption on Reykjanes Peninsula. A state of emergency was declared after an intense earthquake swarm hit the crater row. The eruption prompted swift evacuation of visitors from the popular tourist site. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, assessing potential impacts on air travel and surrounding areas. The eruption is being tracked by scientists, who are ready to respond to further developments. No reports of injuries or damage have been made public so far.

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has fined Air India ₹99 lakh for operating a flight with a crew that did not meet qualification standards. The flight was commanded by a captain who was not a certified trainer, alongside a first officer who had not been fully released for line duties. The DGCA also imposed fines of ₹6 lakh and ₹3 lakh on Air India’s Director of Operations and Director of Training, respectively. The pilot involved has been warned to ensure such violations do not occur again. The incident highlights serious concerns about Air India's crew management and safety protocols.

A bus carrying 40 Indian tourists crashed into Nepal's Marsyangdi river, resulting in 14 fatalities and 16 injuries. The accident occurred in Tanahun district on Friday while traveling from Pokhara to Kathmandu. The bus, registered as UP FT 7623, suffered significant damage. Rescue operations were conducted, and an investigation is underway. The tourists were previously staying at Majheri Resort in Pokhara. Authorities are working to contact families of the victims. The incident highlights concerns over road safety in the region. The Uttar Pradesh Relief Commissioner is attempting to establish contact to determine if any state residents were on board.