Russia launched a major overnight barrage of missiles and drones across Ukraine, with explosions echoing around Kyiv and other cities into Thursday morning. Ukrainian air defences were activated as the attack continued into daylight. (Pics/AFP)

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met leading Canadian business leaders and pension fund executives during her visit to Toronto. She highlighted India's investor-friendly policies, tax certainty and investment opportunities across infrastructure and other key sectors. PICS/PTI