The 1975 Emergency has once again become the centre of political discussion as Prime Minister Narendra Modi described it as one of the darkest chapters in India's democratic history while marking its anniversary. Recalling the events that followed the proclamation of Emergency on June 25, 1975, PM Modi said the period represented a direct assault on the Constitution and democratic values. In a message shared on social media, the Prime Minister paid tribute to those who resisted authoritarianism and defended democracy during one of the most controversial phases of independent India. The Emergency, imposed under Article 352 on the grounds of "internal disturbance," remained in force until 1977. The period witnessed the suspension of civil liberties, restrictions on freedom of expression, arrests of opposition leaders, and sweeping powers exercised by the government under then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The Centre marked the anniversary as "Samvidhan Hatya Diwas," with several senior leaders reflecting on the lessons of the Emergency era. WATCH

US Vice President JD Vance has sparked controversy after linking delays in releasing details of the US-Iran agreement to Pakistan's press freedom environment. The remarks came shortly after President Donald Trump signed a major agreement with Iran aimed at ending hostilities, securing the Strait of Hormuz and limiting Iran's nuclear programme. The comment has drawn attention because Pakistan played a key role in facilitating talks between Washington and Tehran, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif describing the agreement as a historic diplomatic achievement.