Reports from health officials indicate that 45 people died in Gaza City. Over a million Gazans have been impacted by the Israeli attacks, compelling them to leave their homes and seek refuge in southern Gaza.

In the Tuffah neighborhood, an airstrike on a residential building caused the deaths of 18 individuals and injured several others. Rescue teams reported damage to nearby structures as a result of the blast.

Israeli forces also targeted a displacement camp in al-Mawasi, southern Gaza, where residents had been instructed to evacuate. The attack resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to at least eight others.

Residents recount the suddenness of the landslides and the loss of their belongings. They describe the urgent need for safe housing and government support to rebuild their lives. One resident, Javed, expressed the devastation of losing his home, built with years of hard work, and the lack of resources for even basic necessities. Rafia described the sudden landslide at 3 a.m. that destroyed her household items. Rubina shared the damage to her brothers’ houses, highlighting the vulnerability of families with young children. Another resident lamented the complete collapse of their home, emphasizing the urgent need for a safe living space. Sumit Dhar of Talab Tillo in Jammu has mobilized support through social media, providing essential relief to affected families.

The Rohingya have been declared the world’s most persecuted community by the United Nations. Approximately 1.3 million Rohingya refugees reside in Bangladesh, living in various refugee camps. Thousands of Rohingya refugees from Myanmar commemorated the eighth anniversary of their mass exodus and demanded a safe return to their former homes in Rakhine State. The conference is addressing the rights and the need for justice for the Rohingya people.

Reports indicate that from November 2023 to the present, 1.5 million Rohingya have entered Bangladesh. Consequently, the number of Rohingya seeking refuge in Bangladesh has reached at least 1.324 million. An additional 25,000 to 30,000 Rohingya are attempting to cross the border into Bangladesh. Furthermore, 30,000 children are born in the camps each year.

Reports indicate that Israeli tanks are advancing into the Sabra area of Gaza City. Air strikes have already been ongoing in this area, but the movement of tanks suggests that a ground assault by Israel may be imminent.

Kuldeep Singh Bagga, a former member of the Bihar State Minorities Commission, comes from a family that endured the trauma of partition. The circumstances dramatically shifted; Kuldeep Singh Bagga’s father, once a company owner, was compelled to leave everything behind in Pakistan to safeguard his family, including land and property, yet he held onto hope.

Bagga’s family originated from Gujranwala, Pakistan. His father, Amar Nath Bagga, enjoyed a prominent status. Their family possessed a brass-melting factory, employing numerous staff across various roles. When Kuldeep Singh Bagga’s father spoke of the events, he often expressed disbelief that the partition would actually occur.

When the partition was declared, it felt like a sudden catastrophe for the family. Forced to abandon their home, land, possessions, and factory, they had to leave overnight. At the time of departure from Pakistan, Kuldeep’s father struggled to accept that independence came at the cost of partition. After arriving in India, he would often become melancholic when reminiscing about the past, repeatedly recounting their former prestige in Gujranwala. Kuldeep’s paternal uncle, aunt, parents and grandmother were together during the tumultuous time.

After losing everything, Kuldeep Singh Bagga’s father eventually arrived in Telhara village, Nalanda. There, he sought to rebuild his life. He started from scratch, working diligently to establish a business. Through hard work, the business thrived, and he later purchased land. He adapted to the new environment, and his hard work and honesty earned him the respect of the villagers, who elected him as the head of their panchayat.

After settling in India, Kuldeep’s father couldn’t forget the memories of Gujranwala. He often spoke about the comforts they had enjoyed there, a stark contrast to the struggles they faced in India. Today, no relatives of his remain in Pakistan; they are all in India. The families of his uncle and aunt reside in Delhi. Kuldeep was the eldest of seven children. His siblings are Surjit Singh Bagga, Brij Kumar Bagga, Bharat Bhushan Bagga, Jagjit Singh Bagga, Rajkumar Bagga, and Girish Kumar Bagga.

Kuldeep Singh Bagga is now a well-respected figure, not only in Patna but throughout Bihar. He has held positions as a member of the Bihar State Minorities Commission and as the President of the Bihar State Sikh Sabha’s representative board. He also serves as the president of the management committee of the Gurudwara located on Fraser Road in the capital. Additionally, he operates a motor parts shop in the capital. Kuldeep attributes his work ethic to his father and his success to the grace of Waheguru (God). Today, he has established his own identity through his dedication and hard work.