External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the India-China troop disengagement in Ladakh will take time. Speaking in Mumbai, he explained that the first step at Depsang and Demchok is complete, with both armies moving back to their bases. The next step, de-escalation, will happen once India confirms China's cooperation. Jaishankar hopes to restore the 2020 status along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Tensions rose after the 2020 Galwan Valley clash. Last week, Prime Minister Modi discussed border peace with President Xi Jinping at the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia.

Support has poured in for the family of 19-year-old Walmart employee Gursimran Kaur, who was tragically found dead in a bakery oven at a Walmart in Halifax, Canada. The Maritime Sikh Society, which represents Kaur’s family, has raised over $194,949 through a GoFundMe campaign to assist her grieving family. The society expressed deep gratitude to all contributors, announcing plans to distribute the funds for funeral arrangements and travel for Kaur's family in India. Halifax police are still investigating the incident, which they described as "complex" as they work to determine how Kaur entered the oven.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar announced Sunday that India and China will soon resume patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh, following a breakthrough agreement aimed at easing border tensions. Signed on October 21, the MoU lifts restrictions in areas like Demchok and Depsang, restoring pre-2020 arrangements. Jaishankar credited both diplomatic and military efforts for the progress, noting Indian forces’ resilience in difficult conditions. Troop disengagement in these friction points is expected by October 28-29, while discussions continue for other contested areas to ensure long-term stability at the border.

India’s Ministry of External Affairs urged restraint and called for diplomatic talks after Israel launched airstrikes on Iranian military sites in retaliation for an earlier attack. The ministry expressed concern over the escalation in West Asia, saying it could threaten peace in the region. India emphasized that ongoing conflicts harm all parties involved and impact civilians. Israeli jets targeted missile sites in Iran early Saturday, leading to four Iranian casualties. Iran has vowed a “proportional reaction.” Indian missions in the area remain in touch with Indian citizens to ensure their safety amid rising regional tensions.

India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar criticized Canada’s targeting of Indian diplomats amid accusations of New Delhi’s involvement in the killing of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Speaking in Pune, he urged Canadian authorities to adopt a “more sensible, more responsible” approach and dismissed reports of potential Canadian sanctions as unfounded. Jaishankar highlighted that India had raised concerns over crime in Canada, which were ignored. He also noted that a “small minority” in Canada holds undue political influence. The escalating diplomatic row has seen both nations expel diplomats, straining relations further.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar commended India’s military and diplomatic efforts for securing a border agreement with China to resume patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Ladakh. Speaking in Pune, he emphasized the challenge of operating in harsh conditions and acknowledged the “team effort” behind this breakthrough. Jaishankar highlighted substantial improvements in India’s border infrastructure and revealed that Prime Minister Modi and President Xi discussed relations at the recent BRICS summit. He cautioned that normalizing relations would take time, with trust-building and gradual disengagement as priorities.

India's external affairs ministry has called for restraint among all parties in West Asia following Israel's three waves of airstrikes on Iranian military sites. The ministry expressed concern over escalating hostilities, stating, “The ongoing hostilities are to nobody’s benefit.” It urged all involved to pursue diplomatic solutions, emphasizing the suffering of innocent hostages and civilians. The statement came shortly after Israeli forces targeted missile factories in retaliation for Iran's earlier missile attacks. Tensions have surged since the October 7 attack by Iran-backed Hamas, with fears of further escalation, particularly concerning ongoing conflicts involving Hezbollah.

Vasundhara Oswal, daughter of Swiss-Indian billionaire Pankaj Oswal, has been detained in Uganda since October 1 on charges linked to an alleged kidnapping plot involving former employee Mukesh Menaria. Her family claims she was taken by armed men from the Oswal family’s alcohol plant and denied basic rights, including access to a lawyer, contact with family, and hygienic facilities. Menaria, reportedly found in Tanzania, accused the Oswals of attempting to kill him. Pankaj Oswal has appealed to the UN and Ugandan authorities, alleging political manipulation behind his daughter’s prolonged detention.  

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar credited India’s military and diplomatic efforts for achieving a significant breakthrough in disengagement along the India-China Line of Actual Control (LAC) in eastern Ladakh. The disengagement, which began on October 25 at Depsang and Demchok, is set to conclude by October 29, allowing both nations to resume patrolling on October 30-31. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of "standing our ground," and noted that the process of normalizing relations will take time. He also highlighted Prime Minister Modi’s role in facilitating discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping, fostering collaboration between military and diplomatic channels.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security confirmed that a chartered flight was used to deport Indian nationals illegally residing in the United States on October 22. This operation was conducted in partnership with the Indian government. Kristie A. Canegallo, a senior official at the department, stated that individuals without legal status are subject to immediate removal. She urged potential migrants to avoid falling victim to smugglers who make false claims about legal pathways to the U.S. The charter flight initiative underscores the U.S. government's ongoing efforts to enforce immigration laws and manage illegal residency effectively.