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'The issue of terrorist financing was very much a part of all of our conversations. The leader of our delegation and individual members also explained that as long as Pakistan was on the grey list of the FATF, they were responsive; they were forced to be responsive and to the extent that Sajid Mir, a very wanted person under the UN Security Council's list, had been declared dead by Pakistan but when the FATF took up the issue and there was some serious financial pressure brought to bear on Pakistan, then they declared that he was alive. So terrorists who are dead have suddenly become alive thanks to the FATF. So the Financial Action Task Force is very important. It is important to deter and stop the inflow of funds to terrorist organisations and also the Pakistan government's utilisation of funds,' he stated.

'Prime Minister Modi expressed his deep appreciation to Paraguay for its strong condemnation of the terrorist attack... as well as for the sincere condolences and solidarity expressed with the people and the government of India. Both leaders unequivocally condemned terrorism and violent extremism in all its forms and manifestations. On behalf of the Paraguayan people, President Pena expressed his deep solidarity with the victims and families of the terrorist attack,' the MEA stated.

India's MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh is visiting Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan to strengthen ties and attend key climate and biodiversity conferences. He highlighted glacier melt risks, India's environmental efforts, and held talks on trade, security, and regional cooperation as part of India's 'Connect Central Asia' policy.

The inaugural Days of Russian Spiritual Culture were recently celebrated in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, marking a significant moment of cultural diplomacy between the two nations. The event was held in partnership with TV BRICS, serving as the international media collaborator.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday held talks with Paraguayan President Santiago Pena at Hyderabad House. The two leaders discussed enhancing cooperation in the fields on agriculture, Pharma, technology, renewable energy, health.

The Association of Victims of Terrorism in Madrid met with the Group-6 delegation from India, led by DMK MP Kanimozhi.

Nearly 100 villagers in Chak 212-P, Pakistan, have undergone unnecessary appendectomies since 2017, allegedly due to misdiagnosis by unlicensed practitioners and contaminated drinking water. Civil society is demanding an investigation into medical negligence and political interference, following social media outcry over the growing health crisis.

Government school teachers in Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan have been protesting for six days, demanding overdue promotions. Despite a court order to grant pay raises, the government has delayed action. Teachers continue their sit-in, rejecting a verification exercise they see as a tactic to stall their rightful promotions.

JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha said the meeting with Malaysian MPs was fruitful. He added that the Malaysian lawmakers are aware of the issue and fully support India. The discussion strengthened ties between Indian and Malaysian parliamentarians.

Finland is opening a new Honorary Consulate in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on June 9, 2025, to strengthen ties. Mr. Kulin Lalbhai will serve as Honorary Consul, focusing on cooperation in digitalization, education, sustainability, and innovation between Finland and Gujarat.

Community leaders say illegal construction has started on land belonging to Shiv Temple Shivala in Musa Khatian  

Ambassador Sujan Chinoy said India's delegation shows national unity against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. He called the Pahalgam attack a national tragedy and praised Operation Sindoor as a success, saying Pakistan was forced to seek a ceasefire after India's strong military response.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar greeted Italy's FM Antonio Tajani and the people of Italy on their National Day, reaffirming India's commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations. He shared the message on social media, highlighting growing bilateral ties.

All-party delegation led by Sanjay Kumar Jha met Malaysian leaders to discuss the April 22 terror attack. Malaysia expressed concern, backed India's response, and supported peace. Both sides stressed the importance of regional stability and development over conflict, as India continues its diplomatic outreach after launching Operation Sindoor.

Malaysian leaders backed India's response to the April 22 terror attack, calling it justified and peaceful. They urged an end to cross-border terrorism and emphasized the need for regional stability, economic development, and dialogue over conflict during talks with an Indian all-party delegation.

Taiwan's government is reviewing comments by China Times executives accused of promoting CCP propaganda. The Mainland Affairs Council says the remarks undermine Taiwan's sovereignty. Taiwan urges caution for businesses in China amid growing sensitivities in cross-strait relations.

The East Turkistan Government in Exile marked 511 years since the Yarkent Khanate's founding, highlighting it as a symbol of East Turkistan's long history of independence and reaffirming their commitment to restoring national sovereignty and self-determination.

At least eight men were forcibly disappeared in late-night raids across Mastung, Panjgur, and Kech districts in Balochistan. Families and rights groups fear rising abductions and trauma. Human rights organisations have condemned the actions and called for international intervention to stop the disappearances.

The Central Tibetan Administration leaders met the Tibetan community in Tokyo, highlighting the Middle Way Approach and Tibet's historical independence. They urged younger generations to continue the struggle for Tibet's freedom with collective responsibility and political engagement, honouring the sacrifices of past leaders.

The Pakistan Army is accused of running a huge illegal business empire in Balochistan, involving smuggling, corruption, and drug trafficking. Critics say this harms the local people and raises serious concerns about Pakistan's law enforcement and financial regulations, calling for independent investigations and reforms.

The Voice for Baloch Missing Persons (VBMP) demanded the release of Mahjabeen Baloch, her brother, and others forcibly disappeared in Balochistan. They warned of rising abductions of women and called enforced disappearances a serious human rights crisis, urging global intervention for investigations.

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao celebrated the Telangana Formation Day and the silver jubilee of the party with NRIs at the Dr Pepper Arena in Dallas in Texas, USA.