Amid intense fighting between two Chin rebel groups in Myanmar, nearly 4,000 people have crossed into the Indian state of Mizoram over the past four days, seeking refuge. According to Mizoram's Home Secretary, the refugees traveled through forested areas to enter India and are now sheltering with relatives or in community halls.

Mizoram is already hosting more than 30,000 refugees from Myanmar, following continued unrest in the Chinland region. As hostilities persist along the border, authorities have confirmed that the recent arrivals have not been sent back, citing ongoing tensions and humanitarian concerns.

In 1991, India’s former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by the LTTE in a suicide bombing. The roots of this attack trace back to the 1987 Indo-Sri Lanka Peace Accord, signed during Gandhi’s tenure, which the LTTE saw as a betrayal. India’s deployment of peacekeepers and pressure on Tamil rebels to disarm angered the LTTE. Gandhi's continued support for the accord in 1991 further provoked the group, leading to his assassination—an event that deeply impacted India-Sri Lanka ties and regional politics.

Reuters’ official X (formerly Twitter) account has been suddenly restricted in India, displaying a message citing a legal request. However, the Indian government denies making any such request and says it is working with X to resolve the issue. Reports suggest the block may stem from an earlier legal directive, possibly linked to past India-Pakistan tensions when several accounts were flagged. Sources indicate the account may be restored soon. Reuters has not issued an official clarification yet.

Information about extensive Indian military casualties during the Pehelgam clash with Pakistan has been deliberately concealed. Although over 250 Indian soldiers were killed in an operation along the Line of Control (LoC), the government has officially downplayed the losses. More than 100 soldiers received posthumous honors in secret. Despite attempts by the military and government to keep the details under wraps, multiple senior officials have since acknowledged the toll. Families of the deceased are reportedly pressured to keep silent. International media and analysts have criticized the Indian government for withholding facts. Pakistan’s claim of success in its ‘Operation Buniyadum-Marsus’ has further heightened tensions in the region.

An Indian Army soldier was found dead from a gunshot wound at a military camp in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday night.

The incident occurred at the company headquarters in Solki village while the soldier was on duty. Fellow soldiers discovered the body after hearing gunfire. Authorities are investigating whether it was a case of suicide or an accidental discharge. A formal inquiry is underway.

India’s Deputy Army Chief Lt. Gen. Rahul R. Singh stated that India fought not just Pakistan but also faced covert support from China and Turkey during a recent border clash. He revealed that China provided Pakistan with military equipment and real-time intelligence, using the conflict as a testing ground. Singh also criticized delays in military supply chains, citing foreign dependency. Experts warn India must strengthen its defenses and reduce reliance on external suppliers to prepare for future conflicts.

As Bihar’s assembly elections approach, speculation grows about Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM joining the opposition alliance led by Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rahul Gandhi. AIMIM claims strong influence in Bihar’s Muslim-majority Seemanchal region and seeks to prevent vote-splitting that benefits BJP-JD(U). While AIMIM’s inclusion could alter electoral dynamics, major allies remain cautious, citing past BJP support by AIMIM. The Election Commission’s rigorous voter list revision adds uncertainty, with opposition parties fearing disenfranchisement of migrant and poor voters.

India is advancing its missile technology with two new versions of the Agni-5 intercontinental ballistic missile. One version will serve as a bunker buster, carrying up to 7,500 kg of explosives to targets within 2,500 km at supersonic speed. The other can deliver nuclear weapons over distances exceeding 5,000 km. Developed by DRDO, this missile is claimed to match the power of the US GBU-57 bunker buster, strengthening India’s strategic deterrence capabilities.

A remarkable example of interfaith unity in history is the story of Rahab Sidh Datt, a Hindu Saraswat Brahmin from India, who fought alongside Imam Hussain in the Battle of Karbala. He and his seven sons sacrificed their lives in support of the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) grandson.

Their descendants, known as Hussaini Brahmins, still participate in Ashura commemorations, honoring Shia Islamic traditions regardless of religious differences. Historians and scholars cite this as a profound example of cultural and spiritual ties between Islam and the Indian subcontinent.

A British Royal Navy F-35B stealth fighter jet remains grounded in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, 19 days after an emergency landing due to adverse weather. Repeated repair attempts by British engineers have failed, and the UK is now considering transporting the aircraft back using a C-17 cargo plane—a rare move. The fifth-generation fighter was returning from joint exercises with the Indian Navy in the Indo-Pacific region. The aircraft remains under Indian security supervision while arrangements are made.

India has taken a firm stance against China’s claim that it must approve the Dalai Lama's successor. Speaking at an event in Dharamshala, Indian Minister for Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju asserted that the Dalai Lama alone holds the right to determine his spiritual successor. “It is a purely religious matter, and any political interference is unacceptable,” Rijiju said. India reaffirmed that the decision would be made either by the Dalai Lama himself or the Gaden Phodrang Trust, his designated institution.

India has only one week to finalize a trade deal with the United States or risk facing higher tariffs on its exports. President Trump made it clear that India must grant American businesses access to its markets, particularly for agricultural goods, dairy products, and genetically modified crops. However, India is pushing for a narrower agreement excluding these sectors. Analysts say lowering tariffs could trigger severe political backlash against the BJP, as most Indian farmers are small or medium-scale producers. While Delhi has shown willingness to compromise on some areas, it is holding firm in key sectors.

On July 1, India and Pakistan exchanged lists of prisoners held in each other’s custody through diplomatic channels, in accordance with the 2008 Consular Access Agreement. Pakistan shared details of 246 Indian detainees — 193 fishermen and 53 others — while India provided a list of 463 Pakistani prisoners — 81 fishermen and 382 others. Pakistan has called for the early release and repatriation of prisoners who have completed their sentences and requested special consular access for those who are physically or mentally unfit. Islamabad has also urged New Delhi to ensure the safety and well-being of all Pakistani prisoners in its custody.

India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has directly dismissed former US President Donald Trump’s claim that trade pressure from the US led to the ceasefire between India and Pakistan in May. Jaishankar clarified that during a phone call with Modi in May, there was no connection between trade discussions and the ceasefire. He explained that Pakistan had threatened a major attack, to which Modi responded that the Indian military would give an appropriate reply. Pakistan subsequently proposed the ceasefire after the attack. He also mentioned that India launched ‘Operation Sindur’ on April 22 in retaliation to a Pakistan-supported terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir.

A devastating explosion at a pharmaceutical factory in Sangareddy district, Telangana, has killed at least 32 people, with 27 still reported missing. At the time of the blast, 108 workers were on-site—many of them migrant laborers from Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Odisha.

The explosion was so intense that parts of the building collapsed, making body identification difficult. Rescue operations continue amid the rubble. While the exact cause remains unknown, preliminary suspicions point to a malfunction in the air dryer system. The Chief Minister is scheduled to visit the site on Tuesday.