Three terrorists were killed in Tral, Jammu-Kashmir, in what became a major counter-terrorism operation with drone footage showing security forces tracking the militants. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited Kashmir, stating that Pakistan's nuclear weapons should be placed under IAEA supervision, calling Pakistan "a beggar with bombs."
President Droupadi Murmu submitted a 14-point questionnaire to the Supreme Court, challenging its authority to impose deadlines on governors for clearing state bills, signaling constitutional tension between executive and judiciary.
The Supreme Court sharply criticized BJP Minister Vijay Shah for his controversial remarks about Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, asking "how can a constitutional office-bearer use such language?"
India revoked security clearance for Turkish airport services provider Celebi Aviation citing national security concerns, further reflecting deteriorating relations with Turkey following its support for Pakistan.
Donald Trump backtracked on claims of mediating the India-Pakistan ceasefire, now saying he "helped" but didn't directly intervene.