04:36⇢Colombia Backs Down on Operation Sindoor
⌨The newspapers report on India's diplomatic victory as Colombia retracted its statement condemning deaths during India's Operation Sindoor, following disapproval from Congress MP Shashi Tharoor who led an Indian delegation (ABP Live, Firstpost, India Today, Times of India, Zee News). This marks a significant reversal after Colombia initially supported Pakistan's position. Meanwhile, Trump escalated threats against Iran, warning of strikes on nuclear facilities if diplomacy fails, prompting Iran to demand America abandon its "language of threats" (Aaj Tak). The ongoing US-Iran nuclear standoff continues decades-long tensions. COVID-19 cases surge across India with Delhi reporting 56 new cases and one death, while Kerala, Maharashtra remain worst affected with national cases reaching 2,710 (Jagran, NDTV). Heavy monsoon rains caused flood-like conditions in Kannur and Kasaragod districts, with nine fishermen reported missing in Vizhinjam as search operations continue (Mathrubhumi).