Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan took a subtle dig at Pakistan, saying, "Wars can't be won by rhetoric, but by purposeful action." "Around us, we often witness developments that signal institutional fragility and reactive adjustments. In contrast, India’s strength rests on robust institutions, democratic stability and unwavering professionalism of our Armed Forces," the CDS said.

The lawsuit challenges the Trump administration's $100,000 H-1B visa fee, arguing it exceeds legal authority and violates federal law. States say the fee was imposed without proper public consultation and is not linked to processing costs. They warn it unlawfully burdens public employers and threatens healthcare, education, and other essential services reliant on skilled foreign workers.

Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan's treatment in prison could amount to torture or other cruel, degrading punishment, a UN human rights expert has warned the Pakistani government. Alice Jill Edwards urged Pakistani authorities to ensure that Khan's detention complies with international human rights standards. She said there's information of Khan being subjected to prolonged solitary confinement.

Three India-origin truck drivers were arrested in connection with a shootout between two rival tow-truck groups in Canada's Brampton area, police said. The shoot-out happened on October 7 in a parking lot between two separate groups after an altercation escalated into gunfire. The accused have been identified as Manjot Bhatti, Navjot Bhatti, and Amanjot Bhatti.

The Taliban-led Afghanistan government has drafted a dossier against Pakistan, which it will send to global powers, News18 reported, citing sources. The document alleges Pakistan has become a "terror facilitation centre," claiming that it is nurturing ISIS elements in Balochistan to destabilise Afghanistan, India and Iran. It also said that Kabul has "solid evidence" to back these allegations.

A video shows YouTuber Oksana confronting men who allegedly harassed female streamers at a Thailand beach. During a live stream, she objects to unwanted touching and leaves the area. The clip sparked outrage online, with many condemning the behaviour and calling for accountability, while also raising concerns about consent, safety, and public conduct.

The US has launched 'Pax Silica' initiative to build a secure supply chain for silicon- a critical mineral- vital in high-tech sectors like semiconductors, solar energy, and EVs. The coalition, that India isn't a part of, includes Japan, South Korea, Netherlands, the UK, Singapore, UAE, Australia and Israel. It is aimed at countering China's influence in areas like AI.

Fighting between Thai and Cambodian forces continued on Saturday, hours after US President Donald Trump claimed they've agreed "to cease all shooting". Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul said he told Trump that ceasefire was only possible after Cambodia withdraws its forces and removes landmines. The long-standing border dispute escalated in July 2025. Trump brokered a ceasefire but fighting continued.

Inito, founded by Aayush Rai and Varun AV, has raised $29 million in a Series B round led by Bertelsmann India Investments, with Fireside Ventures participating. The funding will help the company expand beyond fertility testing into broader at-home hormone and health diagnostics using AI-engineered antibodies, as it works to make reliable, data-driven testing more accessible from home.

Israel's proposed media reforms have drawn sharp criticism from Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, who said the bill "endangers the very principle of press freedom". The Union of Journalists in Israel has filed an appeal to the Supreme Court. International Federation of Journalists general secretary Anthony Bellanger said, the law, if passed, "would be a blow to free speech and media freedom".