India strongly criticized Pakistan at the UN Security Council for its hypocritical stance on civilian protection, citing Pakistan's support for terrorists and recent attacks on Indian civilians and religious sites. India highlighted Operation Sindoor, launched in response to a terror attack, and accused Pakistan of cross-border shelling that severely damaged border communities in Jammu and Kashmir.

During his Berlin visit, external affairs minister Jaishankar firmly condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, asserting India's zero-tolerance stance on terrorism and its resolve against nuclear blackmail. He emphasised that all issues with Pakistan would be handled bilaterally, excluding third-party involvement. Discussions with German leaders focused on strengthening the India-Germany partnership, with Germany expressing support for India's right to self-defense.

The Indian rupee rebounded strongly, appreciating by 50 paise to Rs 85.45 against the US dollar, driven by a weaker dollar index and robust domestic equity market performance. Positive global risk sentiment and central bank initiatives further supported the rupee, offsetting concerns from crude oil prices and foreign fund outflows. The currency saw its largest single-day gain since November 2022.

India has reaffirmed its commitment to a legally binding pandemic agreement, emphasizing equitable access, data sharing, and capacity building for the Global South. The World Health Assembly adopted the Pandemic Agreement, with WHO Director-General Tedros praising Prime Minister Modi's support. Modi highlighted India's inclusive vision for global health, aligning with the 'One World for Health' theme.

In his farewell address, Justice Abhay S Oka critiqued the Supreme Court's 'Chief Justice-centric' administration, advocating for a more democratic approach and greater use of technology in case listing. He also highlighted the urgent need to address the massive backlog of cases in the apex court and the neglect of trial courts, emphasizing joint efforts from the bar and bench.

Apple's stock price tumbled after Donald Trump threatened a 25% tariff on iPhones made outside the US, escalating trade tensions. The announcement, made on Truth Social, triggered a Wall Street sell-off, with major tech stocks also declining. Trump also proposed a 50% tariff on EU goods, further unsettling investors amid ongoing trade negotiations and uncertainty surrounding US demands.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has criticised the West for its support of military regimes in Pakistan, asserting that this backing has significantly undermined democracy in the country. He highlighted Europe's focus on its own energy needs, questioning the expectation that other nations should suffer due to Europe's actions regarding Russian oil.

Narendra Modi outlined a plan for growth in India's North East. He called the region India's 'Ashta Lakshmi'. Modi highlighted development in infrastructure and digital connectivity. He noted the region's role in the Act East Policy. Modi mentioned improvements in security and stability. He invited investors to participate in the region's transformation.

The Supreme Court has expressed serious concerns over the increasing number of student suicides in Kota's coaching centers, questioning the Rajasthan government's response. "What are you doing as a state? Why are these children dying by suicide and only in Kota? Have you not given a thought as a state?” Justice Pardiwala asked the Rajasthan government.

Pakistan has prolonged its airspace closure for Indian airlines until June 24, 2025, impacting flights to and from the west. This extension, detailed in a new notice, restricts access for Indian-registered aircraft, including military flights. While many foreign airlines now overfly Pakistan, Indian carriers from North India face longer routes due to the ongoing restrictions.