Morning News wrap: India slams Pak at UN over Pahalgam attack, Liberals to form minority govt in Canada & more

India strongly rebuked Pakistan at the United Nations, citing Pakistani defence minister Khawaja Asif’s televised confession admitting Islamabad's role in supporting and funding terrorism.
In Canada, Mark Carney is poised to lead the Liberal Party to victory in the country's federal election. His campaign focused on economic experience and resistance to US President Donald Trump’s threats against Canada.
Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Suryavanshi, just 14, became the youngest centurion in men’s T20 cricket history, hammering a 35-ball hundred.
Here are the top five stories of the morning:
'Rogue state fuelling global terrorism': India blasts Pak at UN over Pahalgam attack
India strongly condemned Pakistan at the United Nations on Monday, citing Pakistani defence minister Khawaja Asif’s televised admission about Pakistan’s role in training and funding terrorist groups. Deputy permanent representative Yojna Patel accused Pakistan of fuelling global terrorism and highlighted the recent Pahalgam attack, calling it the deadliest since 26/11. Patel said Pakistan’s open confession has exposed it as a rogue state, and thanked the global community for standing by India. Read full story
Canada elections: Liberals secure historic fourth term, PM Carney wins his seat
Canada's Liberal party, led by Mark Carney, is likely to form a minority government after a stunning comeback in the federal election. While a parliamentary majority remains uncertain, Carney’s campaign, focused on economic strength and resisting US President Donald Trump’s annexation threats, resonated widely. Carney vowed to protect Canada’s resources and scrapped unpopular Trudeau-era policies, helping reverse the Conservatives' early lead and secure a political turnaround. Follow live updates
Pakistan fires along LoC for 5th consecutive day, Indian Army responds
Pakistani troops once again violated the ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir, prompting a "measured and effective" response from Indian forces, the Army said. Firing incidents were reported near Kupwara, Baramulla and Akhnoor sectors, amid soaring tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. Diplomatic ties have sharply worsened, with India suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and Pakistan halting several bilateral agreements in retaliation. Read full story

Daughter of Punjab AAP MLA aide found dead at Ottawa beach
21-year-old Vanshika Saini, daughter of an AAP functionary from Derabassi, was found dead under mysterious circumstances near a beach in Ottawa, Canada. Vanshika, who had moved to Canada for higher studies, had been missing for three days before her body was discovered. Her family suspects foul play and is demanding a thorough investigation, while the incident has left the local community in grief and shock. Read full story
Vaibhav Suryavanshi sits behind Chris Gayle in fastest IPL century list
In a historic feat, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest centurion in men's T20 cricket, blasting a 35-ball hundred — the second fastest in IPL history — during Rajasthan Royals' chase of 209. His fearless knock, featuring 11 sixes and seven fours, helped Rajasthan clinch victory in just 15.5 overs, with Suryavanshi declaring it a “dream come true” after being named Player of the Match. Read full story