These sources provide an overview of current events concerning India, focusing on recent geopolitical tensions and internal developments. Multiple reports address former U.S. President Donald Trump's controversial claims regarding his role in mediating a ceasefire between India and Pakistan, which India has officially refuted, asserting the agreement was reached through direct bilateral talks. Other pieces highlight the impact of these tensions on India-Pakistan relations, including cross-border military actions, the closure of airspace, and an emerging boycott movement against Turkish goods due to Turkey's support for Pakistan. Internally, the texts cover the appointment of Supreme Court judges, examining issues of representativeness and familial ties within the judiciary, while also detailing the retirement of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna. The sources also explore economic trends, specifically the significant hiring and growth of mid-cap IT firms compared to larger counterparts, and touch upon India's foreign relations with China and the country's concerns regarding the ban on the Awami League in Bangladesh. Finally, the reports mention Air India's operational adjustments due to airspace restrictions and the appointment of an Indian-origin Canadian politician as Canada's new foreign minister.

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