Bangladesh interim government chief Dr. Muhammad Yunus emphasized the need for "fairness and equality" in relations with India, following his oath of office. In a televised address, Yunus highlighted his goal of restoring democracy and praised international support from leaders including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He announced plans to form six reform commissions, overhaul electoral systems, and address corruption. Yunus also condemned the previous regime's "tyranny" and promised to rehabilitate victims of recent protests. He urged citizens to support the reforms, stating, "A nation’s reform cannot be done with the reform of the government alone."

Bangladesh has reinforced its ban on hilsa fish exports to India, a move affecting the Bengali festival of Durga Puja. With millions in West Bengal expected to celebrate in October, the scarcity of hilsa, Bangladesh's prized fish, could disrupt festivities. The new Bangladeshi government, under pressure to prioritize local consumers, has abandoned the former administration's practice of easing the ban during festivals. Hilsa prices have surged in Bangladesh, driven by poor catches and high local demand. The decision marks a significant shift from the past “hilsa diplomacy” practiced by former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Indian-origin teen Agastya Goel won his second gold medal at the 36th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI), held in Egypt. Agastya, son of 1990 IIT-JEE topper and Stanford professor Ashish Goel, ranked 4th overall with a score of 438.97 out of 600. The IOI, one of the five toughest international science Olympiads, challenges high schoolers to solve complex algorithmic problems. Agastya’s achievement is celebrated globally, with many praising his academic excellence, following in his father's footsteps.

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a U.S.-based pro-Khalistan activist, has backed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s statement on Sikhs in India, calling it "bold and historically accurate." Pannun, general counsel of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), said Gandhi’s remarks about the “existential threat to Sikhs” justified SFJ’s Khalistan Referendum campaign. Gandhi’s statement was made during his address in Washington D.C., where he highlighted the RSS's alleged discrimination against certain communities. Pannun, wanted in India on terror charges, said the Congress leader’s comments align with SFJ’s call for a referendum on Punjab’s independence.

Members of the Jammu and Kashmir diaspora in the UK staged a protest in front of the UK Parliament, condemning Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism. In particular, members of the Hindu community shared their experiences of the brutalities they have endured due to Pakistan's terrorism infrastructure, which specifically targets them. They were joined by large numbers of the Indian diaspora, who empathized with their fellow kinsmen and stood in solidarity with those who have also fallen victim to terrorism—whether as members of the Indian Army or during Hindu pilgrimages such as the Amarnath Yatra or Shiv Khori in Reasi, Jammu. The protest was organized in response to Pakistan’s deceptive propaganda event on Kashmir, held in the UK Parliament on the same day. The event, crafted to further Pakistan's agenda, ignored the realities on the ground in Jammu and Kashmir, including its illegal occupation of parts of the region without any basis in international law, and its continued use of both state and non-state actors to institutionalize terrorism—a menace that still plagues the region today. Furthermore, the event notably excluded key stakeholders from Jammu and Kashmir, such as Kashmiri Hindus who were ethnically cleansed from the region, as well as Dogras, Gujjars, Bakarwals, Paharis of Jammu, Sikhs, and the Buddhists and Shia Muslims of Ladakh. Several prominent community members addressed the protest. Ms. Krishna Bhan, President of the Indo-European Kashmir Forum, highlighted the plight of Kashmiri Hindus over the past 35 years, which has largely been overlooked in Western discourse about the region. Her remarks focused on raising global awareness about the suffering of Kashmiri Hindus, who were forced to flee their ancestral homeland due to Pakistan-sponsored Islamic terrorism in the 1990s. Manu Khajuria, founder of Voice of Dogras, condemned the sham event organized by Pakistan in the UK Parliament, highlighting its ongoing obsession with Jammu and Kashmir through invasions, proxy wars, and attempts to radicalize local youth. She stressed that the real issue lies in Pakistan's illegal occupation of Jammu and Kashmir and the severe human rights violations there. A member from Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (POJK) echoed these concerns, citing suppression of dissent, arbitrary arrests and poor socio-economic conditions, including inadequate healthcare and education. A digital van campaign was also launched across the city to inform the British public about the historical and current realities of Jammu and Kashmir. This collaborative effort aimed to expose Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism, which continues to destabilize the region, as well as the human rights abuses in the occupied territories by Pakistan. The protesters called on parliamentarians and other institutions to take a stand and help end Pakistan’s use of terrorism as a state policy in Jammu and Kashmir. In unison, they asserted that Pakistan's agenda is to undermine peace and progress in the region, with little regard for the well-being of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

Sandip Ghosh, currently under CBI investigation for corruption, faced molestation charges in Hong Kong in 2017. A male nursing student alleged Ghosh touched him inappropriately in a changing room. Ghosh, who was on an exchange program, was cleared by a Hong Kong court due to his pre-existing shoulder condition. The court accepted Ghosh's explanation, dismissing the charges. This incident occurred before the recent RG Kar rape-murder case, which led to the CBI investigation into Ghosh's conduct.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's recent comment in Washington DC about the Sikh community in India has sparked controversy. Addressing the Indian diaspora, Gandhi claimed that the struggle in India involves Sikhs being allowed to wear turbans and visit gurdwaras. Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun endorsed Gandhi's statement, linking it to the Punjab Independence Referendum. Government sources criticized Gandhi’s remarks, stating they bolster separatist narratives and asserting that Sikh issues are managed internally. Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri condemned Gandhi's language, comparing it to Pannun’s rhetoric.

Indian-origin teen Agastya Goel won his second gold medal at the 36th International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI), held in Egypt. Agastya, son of 1990 IIT-JEE topper and Stanford professor Ashish Goel, ranked 4th overall with a score of 438.97 out of 600. The IOI, one of the five toughest international science Olympiads, challenges high schoolers to solve complex algorithmic problems. Agastya’s achievement is celebrated globally, with many praising his academic excellence, following in his father's footsteps.

Israel’s job scheme for Indian construction workers, aimed at filling gaps left by Palestinian labor bans, is unraveling due to significant skill mismatches. Many workers, assessed as skilled in India, have struggled in Israel, performing unskilled tasks. Complaints from Israeli contractors have led to workers being reassigned to industrial roles or sent home. The Israeli government has issued a policy shift allowing workers to be employed in non-construction jobs. Officials admit the need for improved screening and training. With around 500 workers already returning, the scheme’s effectiveness and future remain uncertain.

In a significant departure from Pakistan's longstanding stance, Army Chief General Asim Munir has openly acknowledged the country’s active role in the 1999 Kargil War against India. Speaking at an event on Defence Day, Munir paid tribute to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives in various conflicts, including Kargil, for Pakistan and Islam. This marks the first public admission by a Pakistani military leader of their involvement in Kargil, a conflict that Pakistan has often downplayed or denied. Munir emphasized the bravery of the Pakistani people, highlighting their sacrifices in wars dating back to 1948, 1965, and 1971.