India has strongly rejected references to Jammu and Kashmir and Islamophobia in resolutions adopted at the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation's Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Baghdad on October 17–18. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) called the references “malicious, biased, and false” and accused Pakistan of using the 57-member bloc to advance its agenda against India. New Delhi reiterated that Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh are integral parts of India. The MEA also highlighted post-Article 370 development, citing infrastructure growth, tourism and improved connectivity. India further urged Pakistan to vacate territories under its occupation and stop supporting cross-border terrorism. It also rejected the OIC's references related to Islamophobia and criticised the organisation's position on Kashmir.

A viral video from the United States has triggered outrage online after an Indian couple was allegedly subjected to a racist confrontation by a stranger who told them to “get out” of the country. The couple remained calm throughout the heated exchange, earning praise across social media for their composure and dignity. The controversy comes even as Indian-Americans continue to play a major role in the US economy and innovation sector.