Top 5 news of the day: India's stern message to Pakistan; Trump's big claim on China amid trade war

India firmly rejected Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's remarks on Kashmir, saying that Jammu & Kashmir is an integral part of India and Pakistan must vacate illegally occupied territories. In another sharp message to Islamabad, India said the extradition of 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana reinforced the need for Pakistan to act against those it continues to shield. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claimed that China is ready for talks as tensions in the ongoing tariff war escalate. In a major diplomatic shift, Russia's Supreme Court removed the Taliban from its list of terrorist organisations, aiming to build ties with Afghanistan's rulers. Back home, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar lashed out at the judiciary for overstepping its role, saying courts cannot direct the President or act like a "super Parliament."
Here are top five news of the day:
MEA slammed Pak army chief's remarks on Kashmir, saying, 'J&K's only relation with Pakistan is vacation of illegally occupied territories.'
India on Thursday dismissed Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's remarks on Kashmir, calling his claim that Kashmir is Pakistan's "jugular vein" baseless. Responding at a press briefing, ministry of external affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal asserted that Kashmir is a union territory of India and Pakistan's only role should be to vacate illegally occupied territories. He also said Pakistan's global image as the epicentre of terrorism remains unchanged and urged it to act against those behind the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Read here to know more
Donald Trump claimed that China is willing to have a meeting amid the growing tensions between the two nations.
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that China was willing to hold a meeting as trade tensions between the two countries continued to rise. While informing about his "productive" talks with Mexico, Japan, Trump said, "Had a very productive call with the President of Mexico yesterday. Likewise, I met with the highest level Japanese Trade Representatives. It was a very productive meeting. Every Nation, including China, wants to meet! Today, Italy!" Read here to know more
India called on Pakistan to take action against perpetrators of 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, following extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana.
India on Thursday said the extradition of 26/11 accused Tahawwur Rana sends a strong message to Pakistan. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Pakistan's reputation as the epicentre of global terrorism remains unchanged and urged it to act against others involved in the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Read here to know more
Russian Supreme Court removed Taliban's designation as a 'terrorist organisation.'
Russia's Supreme Court on Thursday removed the Taliban's designation as a "terrorist organisation," in a symbolic move to improve ties with Afghanistan's current rulers. The decision, which takes effect immediately, follows growing engagement between Russia and the Taliban since the group took power in 2021. While the move does not amount to formal recognition, it paves the way for diplomatic and economic cooperation without legal obstacles. Read here to know more
VP Jagdeep Dhankhar criticised the Supreme Court’s recent judgment, saying, 'judiciary cannot direct president of India and act as 'super Parliament'.'
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Thursday criticised the judiciary for setting timelines for the President’s decisions and acting as a "super Parliament". Addressing Rajya Sabha interns, Dhankhar said the Supreme Court cannot act as a "super Parliament" or fire a "nuclear missile" at democratic forces, referring to Article 142, which gives the court plenary powers. Read here to know more