Organizers of a Garba event in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh have sparked controversy by mandating Aadhaar card checks and Tilak for male attendees to allegedly prevent 'love jihad'. Sankalp Sanskriti Sanstha, the organizers, justify it saying they want to restrict non-Hindu participation and end 'love jihad', though police cite it being a private event. Tilak is seen as verifying attendees are Hindu. District authorities said they will review if any complaint is received. Critics argue such moves stigmatize interfaith relationships by framing them as 'love jihad'. The event revives debate on the controversial term often used to allege forced religious conversion in romantic relationships.

Lebanon witnessed widespread protests following the deadly attack on a Gaza hospital. Hezbollah, an Iran-backed group, denounced Israel's actions and called for a day of protest in Beirut. Palestinian officials reported hundreds killed in the hospital strike, while Israel's military claimed it was caused by a failed rocket launch from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad group. Protesters, some waving Palestinian flags, gathered outside the U.S. and French embassies in Beirut, leading to clashes with tear gas fired near the U.S. embassy. Hezbollah condemned the attack, holding both Israel and the United States responsible for the tragedy.

The escalating Gaza conflict has put Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's political future at stake. Over 1300 Israeli deaths in the Oct 7 Hamas attack has sparked public fury, undermining Netanyahu's image as a strong security strategist. Ministers face public backlash, with some accused of failing to protect citizens. With echoes of past intelligence failures, many see the war as a fiasco for which Netanyahu is responsible. Polls show plunging support for Netanyahu's Likud party while rivals gain. Analysts predict his long dominance ending like previous PMs after security crises. Netanyahu's fate may be sealed regardless of Gaza outcome, as public concludes "someone else" should lead Israel forward.

Scotland's First Minister, Humza Yousaf, has extended a compassionate hand amidst the Gaza crisis, pledging Scotland's support to refugees and wounded civilians if the UK Government initiates a resettlement scheme. Yousaf, deeply moved by the plight of his brother-in-law, a Gaza-based doctor, called for an immediate end to the collective punishment faced by innocent Palestinians. He urged the global community to establish a refugee program for Gaza, emphasizing that Scotland stands ready to provide sanctuary and medical care to those affected. While met with applause, his proposal has sparked debates among netizens, reflecting a divided public opinion on the matter.

After a Gaza hospital blast killed 500+, Israel rejected Hamas' accusation that it was an Israeli rocket. Instead, Israel blamed an Islamic Jihad rocket misfiring, releasing pre and post-strike videos showing the building on fire but minimal damage. Israel said its rockets create craters, absent here. The IDF tweet alleged it was a failed Islamic Jihad launch. Gaza health authorities described chaotic scenes evacuating the dead and wounded to other hospitals. Israel maintained it doesn't target civilian infrastructure, while Palestinians accused it of a massacre. 

Diplomatic efforts led by the US were shattered when a powerful explosion rocked a Gaza hospital, prompting the cancellation of President Joe Biden's planned summit with regional leaders in Jordan. The incident, which claimed possibly hundreds of lives, led to mutual accusations between Hamas and Israel, each blaming the other. Biden's visit to Israel for solidarity was unaffected. While Hamas accused an Israeli airstrike, Israel denied responsibility, claiming a misfired rocket by the Islamic faction caused the tragedy. Tensions escalated, with protests erupting and global calls for UN intervention, amplifying the longstanding Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

An Israeli strike on a Gaza hospital that reportedly killed hundreds has drawn strong condemnation globally, with demands to protect civilians. Hamas said at least 500 died. The WHO denounced the attack, saying the operational hospital had patients, caregivers and displaced sheltering. The EU said targeting civilian infrastructure breaks international law. US President Biden expressed outrage, saying he directed officials to gather details. Jordan's King and Israeli PM Netanyahu also condemned it. The strike amid the Israel-Hamas war has renewed focus on protecting civilians and avoiding targeting key infrastructure like hospitals. World leaders urged accountability and respect for human rights.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned Hamas' attacks on Israel but emphasized that these actions shouldn't lead to the "collective punishment" of Palestinians. Speaking in China, Guterres called for an urgent humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. He demanded Hamas release hostages and urged Israel to allow unrestricted access for humanitarian aid in Gaza. Guterres expressed horror over a deadly hospital blast in Gaza, emphasizing hospitals' protection under international law. He also condemned an attack on a UN school in a Gaza refugee camp. The UN chief's appeals come amid escalating tensions and humanitarian concerns in the region.          

In a devastating turn of events during the Israel-Palestine conflict, an Israeli air strike on Al-Ahli al-Arabi Hospital in Gaza led to the loss of hundreds of lives, as stated by Palestinian officials. Conflicting reports suggest varying casualty figures, with estimates ranging from 300 to 500 people. Israel attributed the incident to Palestinian rockets, intensifying global condemnation. Amidst the escalating violence, President Biden expressed deep sorrow and outrage, directing efforts to gather more information. The tragic incident exacerbates the dire humanitarian crisis, forcing displaced people into hospitals amidst relentless bombings.

Israel has reportedly delayed its expected ground invasion of Gaza until after US President Joe Biden's visit this week, as per Israel's news site Walla. The postponement to an unknown date has caused frustration among some commanders who believe it will allow Hamas more preparation time. Meanwhile, the IDF said it is still developing plans for the Gaza incursion to be presented to political leadership. Biden will visit Israel on Wednesday and meet Jordan, Egypt authorities too, as intense Israeli bombardments continue near towns in southern Gaza where civilians had been advised to seek shelter.