The MEA’s remarks come amid worsening relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan following the failure of peace talks held in Turkey this week. The two countries have seen an escalation in border tensions, with both sides trading accusations and engaging in skirmishes.

The man, who allegedly took 15 to 20 children hostage at Mumbai’s Powai-based studio, has been shot dead in retaliatory firing by police.

The Hosakerehalli flyover on Outer Ring Road is set to be completed after a long wait of five years. It will likely be open for traffic next month. The 500-metre flyover has been constructed to reduce traffic congestion at the state capital’s busiest roads.