The report is sourced from IANS.

The Congress criticized Penguin India for pulling back on Sonia Gandhi’s memoir, while Penguin India denied political pressure as the reason.

Regional reactions include an Indian RSS leader’s call for unity in diversity and concerns raised by Pakistan’s human rights body about protests in PoK, reflecting broader regional dynamics amid the humanitarian crisis.

India is monitoring Himalayan glaciers after the Nepal disaster, with Uttarakhand officials urging vigilance for similar events.

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Overall, the day blended high-level diplomacy with escalating humanitarian relief in Nepal, highlighting a mix of strategic partnerships and urgent aid.

A long-term uranium supply agreement is nearing conclusion, with a memorandum on mining and critical minerals supporting cooperation, including uranium.

India’s prime minister arrived in Tashkent for a state visit to Uzbekistan, aiming to expand a strategic partnership across trade, investment, defence, energy, digital connectivity, education, and people-to-people ties.

The visit adds to Modi’s record of receiving more than 30 international honours, underscoring his status as the most internationally decorated Indian leader.

The awards recognize his role in deepening India–Uzbekistan relations and strengthening enduring friendship between the two nations.

In Nepal, local coverage highlights resilience and reconstruction efforts, with survivors detailing losses, ongoing search operations, vigils, and community-led rebuilding.

India contributed substantial humanitarian aid to Nepal, including relief materials, a Bailey bridge, tunnel expertise, technical teams, forensic experts, and equipment, while the United States pledged more than 3.6 million USD for up to 10,000 households.