India, New Zealand to Boost Defense Ties; Concerns Raised Over Pro-Khalistani Activities; Manipur Violence Cases Moved to Guwahati

India and New Zealand have agreed to strengthen defense ties, with Prime Minister Modi expressing concerns about pro-Khalistani activities in New Zealand. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh raised similar concerns with US officials regarding the Sikhs for Justice group. New Zealand supports India's bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat. The All India Muslim Personal Law Board protested against the Waqf Amendment Bill, warning political parties against supporting it. The Supreme Court has decided that cases related to Manipur violence will be tried in Guwahati. Additionally, the court stayed a CBI probe into a former AIADMK minister's corruption allegations.