Ladakh's major political groups, LAB and KDA, were informed by the Centre that neither Sixth Schedule status nor statehood will be granted. Instead, a 'territorial council' model was proposed, which leaders dismissed as a 'farce.' Disagreements arose over the Sixth Schedule's effectiveness and Ladakh's financial viability for statehood.
Iran's ambassador to India highlighted the Chabahar Port project as a testament to strong India-Iran partnership, crucial for regional connectivity and development. This initiative builds upon millennia of shared history and culture.
Kashmiri Shia Muslims held protests across the region condemning a suicide bombing at a mosque in Islamabad. The attack killed over 30 people during Friday prayers. Demonstrations occurred in Srinagar, Baramulla, and Bandipora. Protesters voiced anger against the Pakistani government and expressed solidarity with the victims. Some raised slogans supporting Syed Hassan Nasrallah, Palestine, and Hezbollah.
India has vehemently rejected Pakistan's claims linking New Delhi to a suicide bombing at an Islamabad mosque, calling the allegations "baseless and pointless." Pakistan's defence minister had alleged collusion between India and Afghanistan, which India dismissed as self-delusion for internal problems. The attack killed at least 31 people.
Congress on Wednesday said the bigger issue in the Lok Sabha was that Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi was not allowed to speak, as the Prime Minister’s reply depends on the LoP’s questions. Without this, no debate could take place. Opposition protests led to dramatic scenes and the adjournment of the House.