India Reiterates Ladakh's Status Amid China's Objections
India's Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that Ladakh is an integral part of the country, responding to China's objections regarding the identification of 28 geographical features in the region on official maps. The identified features include peaks, mountain passes, glaciers, and water bodies, aimed at enhancing public awareness. In a separate incident, the Cockroach Janta Party alleged that detained leaders were denied access to lawyers by Delhi Police after they attempted to enter Jantar Mantar. Additionally, anti-drug activist Parvinder Singh was reportedly shot dead in Punjab, with police pursuing the accused. Actor Lekha Washington claimed police officers bruised her during a protest in Mumbai, where she sought to check on detained friends.
Published 12 hours ago • 13 Oct 2026, 06:08 PM IST