1) China Claims Mediator Role
China claimed it acted as a diplomatic mediator during the India Pakistan military confrontation this year. Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing pursued an objective peace role globally. India rejected the claim and reiterated disputes with Pakistan are strictly bilateral without external mediation or third party involvement. In future talks.
2) Jaishankar Attends Khaleda Zia Funeral
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar arrived in Dhaka to attend the funeral of former Bangladesh prime minister Khaleda Zia. The ceremony will be held at Manik Mia Avenue with foreign dignitaries present. Zia died after prolonged illness and will be laid to rest with state honours. Representing the Indian government.
3) Zomato Swiggy Delivery Strike Disrupts Services
Delivery services faced disruption across India as workers from Zomato Swiggy and other platforms went on strike. They demanded better pay and an end to ten minute delivery pressure. Food and grocery orders may be delayed nationwide. Talks continue but the strike duration remains unclear highlighting worker rights concerns today.
4) President Murmu Stresses Education For Tribals
President Droupadi Murmu stressed education as key to tribal development in Jharkhand. She urged educated people to spread awareness about welfare schemes. Murmu said inclusive growth must reach the last person. She asked youth to preserve tribal identity while pursuing development and promised efforts toward a tribal university.
5) Khushi Clarifies Suryakumar Remarks
Actress Khushi Mukherjee clarified her remarks about India captain Suryakumar Yadav. She said there was no romantic relationship and comments were misunderstood. Khushi claimed her account was hacked and said they spoke only as friends earlier. She wished Team India success ahead of the World Cup.