Renowned historian K. N. Panikkar died at the age of 89 in Thiruvananthapuram due to age-related health issues. A former professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University, he was known for his work on modern Indian history and secular thought.

Schools and colleges in Jammu and Kashmir reopened after remaining shut for nearly a week following protests over the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Authorities allowed institutions to resume normal classes as the situation in the region improved.

Five cheetah cubs were born at Kuno National Park in MP bringing India’s wild cheetah count to 53. The Namibian-born mother and her cubs are healthy, marking a major milestone in the country’s cheetah reintroduction and conservation efforts.

Former underground rapper Balendra Shah has won Nepal’s prime ministerial election as an independent, defeating established political figures. His rise from musician to national leader marks a major political upset and reflects voter desire for change in Nepal.

The Indian Embassy in Riyadh confirmed that no Indians were killed after a military projectile hit a residential area in Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia. One Indian sustained injuries and is receiving medical care, officials said.

More than 52,000 Indian citizens have returned home from West Asian countries after some airspace reopened following days of regional tensions. Authorities said they are coordinating with airlines and embassies to assist Indians who are still stranded abroad.

Qatar Airways announced a temporary pause in its flight operations due to the closure of Qatar’s airspace. The airline said flights will resume once authorities reopen the airspace. Passengers are advised to check official updates before planning travel.

Former Indian ambassador to the US Taranjit Singh Sandhu has been appointed Lieutenant Governor of Delhi by the Centre. A 1988-batch IFS officer, Sandhu replaces V.K. Saxena. His appointment comes amid key administrative and political developments in the national capital.

China has directed its leading oil refiners to suspend diesel and gasoline exports, including cancelling new deals, to safeguard domestic supply amid Middle East crude disruptions. The order excludes jet fuel and bunker fuel, prioritizing local energy security.

The US Congress has blocked attempts to limit President Donald Trump’s authority over military action in Iran. Resolutions requiring him to seek approval before further operations were rejected in both the House and Senate, leaving his powers largely unchecked.