Sun Jun 01 02:17:51 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

This news briefing provides a snapshot of global and Indian affairs. Key highlights include India’s push to get Pakistan “grey-listed” at the upcoming FATF session, renewed calls for ending President’s Rule in Manipur, the crowning of Miss Thailand as Miss World 2025 in India, and Hamas’s response to the US ceasefire proposal. Domestically, India is seeing a rise in COVID-19 cases, particularly in Kerala. The Chief of Defence Staff addressed the media on India’s recent military operations against Pakistan. Poland is set for a Presidential runoff election. In sports, the IPL is heading towards Qualifier 2 with MI holding an edge, and Paris Saint-Germain won the Champions League.

**News Article:**

**India Seeks to ‘Grey List’ Pakistan, Addresses Media on Recent Conflict**

**New Delhi, June 1, 2025** – Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri recently concluded a U.S. visit where he discussed India’s intentions to push for Pakistan’s “grey listing” at the upcoming Financial Action Task Force (FATF) session. India is expected to argue that Pakistan has not done enough to curb terror financing.

Domestically, political tensions are rising in Manipur as Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLAs are lobbying to end President’s Rule and establish a new government focused on peace and development.

On the international stage, Opal Suchata Chuangsri of Thailand was crowned Miss World 2025 at a ceremony held in Hyderabad, India, while Hamas has responded to the U.S. ceasefire proposal for Gaza, seeking amendments to the current terms.

India is also grappling with a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, with the national count surpassing 3,000. Kerala is the hardest-hit state, followed by Maharashtra and Delhi.

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan, in his first address to international media since Operation Sindoor, stated that India “rectified” its strategies following initial setbacks in the recent conflict with Pakistan and gained a decisive advantage.

Elsewhere, Poland is preparing for a Presidential runoff election, and in the world of sports, Paris Saint-Germain secured their first Champions League title with a resounding victory over Inter Milan. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Mumbai Indians (MI) hold the edge going into Qualifier 2 after defeating Gujarat Titans, while Punjab Kings (PBKS) suffered a heavy loss to Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

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