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BSF constable Purnam Kumar Shaw, held in Pakistan for 22 days after inadvertently crossing the Punjab border, was released Wednesday. The handover at Attari-Wagah followed tense diplomatic efforts amid Operation Sindoor. Shaw's family in Bengal rejoiced, with his pregnant wife Rajni expressing immense relief. His return coincided with a Pakistani soldier crossing back into Pakistan from Rajasthan.

A Hong Kong-flagged tanker, MT Siren II, arrived near Paradip port with crude oil. The tanker had twenty-one Pakistani crew members. Security agencies prevented them from disembarking as a precaution. The vessel is carrying oil for the Indian Oil Corporation refinery. Other crew members from India and Thailand faced no restrictions.

Operation Sindoor showcased the success of India's indigenous defense industry, with BrahMos missiles, Akash air defense systems, and D4 anti-drone systems playing crucial roles. These Made-in-India weapons effectively countered Pakistani threats, boosting confidence in domestic manufacturing. While India's defense exports are rising, the nation still relies on arms imports, particularly from Russia, France, Israel, and the US.

Nagpur's Solar Defence and Aerospace Ltd (SDAL) has successfully tested its anti-drone system, "Bhargavastra," in Odisha. The system can launch 64 micro rockets in a single burst to neutralize drone swarms and disrupt UAVs. This indigenous system will establish a two-layered drone defense, utilizing unguided micro-rockets for broad impact and micro-missiles for precise targeting, enhancing protection against drone attacks.

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India successfully conducted strikes against terror hubs, bypassing Pakistan's air defenses. The Indian Air Force also thwarted multiple retaliatory missile and drone attacks. Indigenous air defence network played a crucial role during the hostilities. The armed forces are on high alert, maintaining operational readiness. India is adhering to the bilateral understanding to cease military action.

Prime Minister Mark Carney appointed Dominic LeBlanc, a vocal critic of Donald Trump, as Canada-US trade minister to address ongoing trade disputes. LeBlanc, known for his strong stance against US tariffs, aims to protect Canadian industries and strengthen economic ties. His primary challenge involves navigating the complexities of US trade policies while seeking mutually beneficial outcomes.

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Government of India has dismissed China's attempt to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh. MEA stated that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India. China has renamed places in Arunachal Pradesh multiple times. China claims Arunachal Pradesh as part of south Tibet. This renaming attempt follows recent military skirmishes. China defends its actions as an exercise of sovereignty.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has refuted claims of a radiation leak from any Pakistani nuclear facility, following reports that Indian missiles struck Kirana Hills during Operation Sindoor. This clarification counters widespread social media speculation and foreign media theories. The IAEA confirmed that, based on available information, no radiation release occurred.

Indian Railways successfully conducted a trial run of a special train on the Katra-Qazigund section. This section includes the Chenab Bridge. The train carried soldiers and completed a round trip with full security. This trial is significant due to the ongoing Indo-Pak conflict. The new rail line will improve connectivity to Kashmir.

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The new unit will be developed on 60.063 hectares of land allocated by the Madhya Pradesh government.