A US diaspora panel, during a discussion organized by the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS), has called for the inclusion of designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun and Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) on the no-fly list. The panel emphasized Pannun's threats against Air India passengers and questioned why he and SFJ members are not already on the list. The SFJ, banned by India for anti-India activities, has been accused of promoting secessionism. The discussion also highlighted concerns about radicalization, historical misinformation, and alleged Canadian support for Khalistani terrorists, linking it to the 1985 Kanishka Air India bombing.

In a significant move commemorating the 15th anniversary of the Mumbai terror attacks, Israel officially designates Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) as a terrorist organization. The Israeli Embassy completed necessary procedures independently, emphasizing the need for a unified global front against terrorism. Two Israeli nationals, Gabriel and Rivka Holtzberg, were victims during the 26/11 attacks at Mumbai's Chabad House. The embassy extends condolences to all terrorism victims, expressing solidarity with those affected in Israel. LeT is termed a "deadly and reprehensible terror organization" responsible for heinous actions that continue to resonate globally.

India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, affirmed India's stance in the Informal UN General Assembly meeting, welcoming international efforts for humanitarian pauses in the Israel-Hamas war. Kamboj emphasized India's commitment to a just, peaceful, and lasting solution to the Israel-Palestine issue. The UN Security Council recently adopted a resolution for urgent humanitarian pauses and corridors in Gaza, overcoming previous deadlock. Kamboj stated, "India welcomes all efforts for de-escalation... firmly opposed to terrorism," highlighting India's humanitarian aid delivery of 70 tons to Palestine. She reiterated India's support for a sovereign Palestinian state through direct negotiations.

Canadian MP Chandra Arya, of Indian origin, has called for swift action after sharing a video on social media allegedly showing Pro Khalistani supporters in Surrey threatening the Hindu Laxmi Narayan Mandir. Expressing concern over escalating attacks on Hindu temples, Arya urged Canadian authorities to intervene. Recent incidents include the vandalization of a Hindu temple in August, featuring Khalistan referendum posters. Tensions between India and Canada persist following controversial remarks by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Despite a diplomatic standoff, India resumed visa services in Canada for selected categories last month.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has booked Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, chief of the banned outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), for his recent viral video threatening Air India passengers with a global blockade. Pannun, declared an 'individual terrorist' in 2020, urged Sikhs to boycott Air India, claiming a threat to their lives. The NIA has charged him under various sections, citing his consistent efforts to promote terrorism in India. This move follows the government's 2019 ban on SFJ as an 'unlawful association.' Pannun has been under the NIA's scrutiny since 2019, facing non-bailable arrest warrants and property confiscation.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Javier Milei on his victory in Argentina's presidential elections, expressing optimism about enhancing the strategic partnership between India and Argentina. In a tweet, PM Modi stated, "Congratulations @JMilei for the victory in the Presidential elections. Look forward to working closely with you to diversify and expand India-Argentina strategic partnership." Milei, a far-right conservative, secured over 55% of votes, promising to challenge the status quo with proposals like dollarization. His win is closely watched for potential implications of far-right populism in the region.

After missing the in-person G20 meeting in New Delhi, Russian President Vladimir Putin will participate in the virtual G20 summit on November 22. Putin did not attend the last two G20 gatherings hosted by India and Indonesia, sending Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov instead. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the virtual summit, focusing on key outcomes from the New Delhi summit and addressing the impacts of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and Israel-Hamas tensions. The G20, comprising major economies and unions, will also aim to ensure effective implementation of decisions made during India's G20 presidency.

India has sent a second shipment of aid to Palestine, as announced by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. The aid, totaling 32 tonnes, was transported via the Indian Air Force C17 aircraft to El-Arish Airport in Egypt. This follows India's initial aid delivery, including medical and disaster relief, sent on October 22. The El-Arish Airport, situated near the Rafah crossing on Egypt's border with Gaza, serves as a crucial point for humanitarian assistance. Despite challenges in operationalizing Rafah due to the Israel-Hamas conflict, India continues its commitment to providing vital support to the people of Palestine.

India and Australia are set to intensify their comprehensive strategic partnership during the upcoming '2+2' ministerial dialogue on November 20. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, along with their Australian counterparts Richard Marles and Penny Wong, will address various strategic, defence, and security issues. Discussions are expected to cover the Hamas-Israel conflict, China's actions in the Indo-Pacific, and regional security matters. The talks aim to bolster bilateral, regional, and global cooperation, emphasizing the growing defence and strategic ties between the two nations. The meeting follows their landmark Mutual Logistics Support Agreement in June 2020.

Addressing the Voice of Global South summit, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar called on developing nations to work towards self-reliance and mitigate vulnerabilities related to economic concentrations. He said the COVID-19 pandemic starkly revealed the dangers of relying on distant countries for basic necessities. Jaishankar highlighted India's G20 presidency achievements, especially bringing Global South issues to the forefront. He noted resistance remains towards greater involvement of the Global South in solving key global challenges. Jaishankar stressed amplifying shared interests of emerging economies in shaping the new world order. He advocated democratizing production, diversifying supply chains and promoting local solutions for the Global South to secure its future.