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Bihar deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav. (Santosh Kumar/ HT Photo)

Bihar dy CM Tejashwi unfazed by case against him, says he has ‘nothing to fear’

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Prasad Yadav has claimed that the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is becoming restless and fearful of losing power at the Centre in 2024 due to the strong unity among non-BJP parties. Yadav also criticized the BJP for spreading rumors about a rift in the Grand Alliance and accused them of failing to deliver on their promises of job creation and development. He stated that the BJP's attack on dynastic politics was hypocritical, as the party itself has many leaders who benefited from their fathers' political legacy.

The cross-border strike, carried out early Wednesday, targeted and destroyed terrorist hideouts in Pakistan. (Sourced)

Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind backs ‘Operation Sindoor’, pledge support for nat’l security

Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind fully supports 'Operation Sindoor', pledging national unity against terrorism. Leaders from various Muslim organizations condemned Pakistan's actions, affirming India's sovereignty and promising solidarity with armed forces in responding to cross-border threats.

The Lucknow node will also produce other defence equipment apart from BrahMos missiles. (For representation)

BrahMos missile production set to begin in Lucknow

BrahMos missile production to begin in Lucknow, with a 300 crore unit inaugurating on May 11. The facility will create 500 direct jobs, boost defence manufacturing, and strengthen India's strategic capabilities through a joint India-Russia venture.

Border Security Force personnel standing guard at Attari-Wagah border in Amritsar on Wednesday. (Sameer Sehgal/HT)

After Operation Sindoor, Punjab’s border districts put on high alert

Punjab on high alert after India's missile strikes on Pakistan. Border districts prepared for potential retaliation. Public events cancelled. AAP minister Aman Arora assures state's readiness and calls for public cooperation and vigilance.

The mangled remains of the vehicle in which the school students were travelling when the accident occurred on the Patiala-Samana road on Wednesday afternoon. (HT Photo)

Six school students killed as vehicle collides with truck in Patiala

Six school students and their driver died in a tragic collision with a tipper truck near Patiala while returning home. Twelve children were in the vehicle, with three critically injured. The truck driver fled the scene and is being sought by police.

Border Security Force (BSF) personnel pasting notice of cancellation of the beating retreat ceremony at Attari-Wagah Border, Amritsar on Wednesday. (Sameer Sehgal/HT)

Op Sindoor: Beating Retreat ceremonies at three border checkposts in Punjab cancelled

In response to precision strikes on terror sites in Pakistan, BSF cancelled Beating Retreat ceremonies at three Punjab border checkposts. The daily flag-lowering continues, with roads barricaded and visitor movement restricted following Operation Sindoor.

Akal Takht acting jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj on Wednesday condemned the Pakistani shelling on a gurdwara in Poonch town that left four innocent civilians dead. (HT file photo)

Akal Takht condemns Pakistani shelling on Poonch gurdwara

Akal Takht condemned Pakistani shelling on Poonch gurdwara, which killed four Sikhs, including a raagi. The jathedar urged both governments to resolve disputes peacefully, highlighting the human cost of cross-border tensions since 1947.

Karnataka home minister G. Parameshwara.

Karnataka government to act on Centre’s advisory amid tensions with Pakistan

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara announced that the state government is implementing measures based on Central government advisories due to rising tensions with Pakistan. He expressed the Congress party's support for the government's actions, emphasizing national security. The state will conduct mock drills to enhance preparedness and protect key installations, with Superintendents of Police instructed to remain vigilant.

A child injured in Pakistani shelling receives treatment at a hospital at Uri in Baramulla district on Wednesday. (PTI Photo)

Six civilians injured in Pakistan shelling along LoC in north Kashmir

Pakistan shelled north Kashmir's Tangdhar and Uri sectors after India's missile strikes, injuring six civilians, including three children. Educational institutions closed, residents sought shelter in bunkers amid heightened tensions following a previous terror attack.

Bengaluru airport issues advisory to air passengers as air travel could be interrupted.

Bengaluru airport issues advisory as flight cancellations hit amid Operation Sindhoor airspace curbs

Bengaluru airport warns of flight cancellations due to Operation Sindhoor airspace restrictions following India's military strikes in response to a terrorist attack. Passengers advised to check flight status and stay updated with airlines and airport channels.

At Delhi Public School, RK Puram, Sirens were simulated to sensitise students about what to do next. (HT Photo/Varun Bhandari)

‘Drop, hold and cover’: Schools across Delhi conduct safety drill exercises

Schools across Delhi conducted safety drills in 550 private and 110 government schools, practicing evacuation procedures amid rising tensions. Students learned emergency protocols, covering heads and calmly exiting buildings while teachers guided them through simulated crisis scenarios.

Karnataka minister and Congress leader Priyank Kharge

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge lauds Op Sindoor, warns against Pak's fake news

Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge voiced strong support for Operation Sindoor, emphasizing India's commitment to combating terrorism and national unity. He cautioned against Pakistan's misinformation following the operation, which successfully targeted terror sites, including four in Pakistan. The Indian Armed Forces conducted this significant strike, marking the deepest military action in Pakistani territory since 1971, against groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba.

A man looks through a damaged portion of a house after heavy firing and shelling by Pakistan military overnight across the Line of Control in Mendhar area of Poonch district on Wednesday. (PTI Photo)

After Op Sindoor, 12 civilians killed, 42 injured in Pakistan shelling in Poonch

Pakistan shelled along the Line of Control in Poonch, killing 10 civilians and injuring 45, following India's precision strikes on terror targets. Border residents flee amid panic, with villages experiencing extensive damage and casualties.

BBMP chief commissioner Maheshwar Rao inspected footpaths around Majestic area in Bengaluru.

Newly appointed BBMP chief launches drive to fix Bengaluru footpaths, prioritise pedestrian safety

BBMP Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao inspected Bengaluru footpaths, directing officials to improve pedestrian safety, repair infrastructure, prevent encroachments, and ensure clean, walkable paths by addressing issues like broken slabs and street vendor obstructions.

Family members immerse ashes of Shubham Dwivedi, victim of Pahalgam terror attack, on May 3. (ANI photo)

Operation Sindoor: Pahalgam victim Shubham Dwivedi’s wife thanks PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Modi's Operation Sindoor strikes terror camps in Pakistan, bringing solace to Shubham Dwivedi's family. His wife Ashanya thanked Modi, emphasizing national unity and resilience against terrorism, symbolizing hope for victims' families.

The Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport in Chandigarh after all civilian flights were cancelled on Wednesday. (Ravi Kumar/HT)

Op Sindoor: IAF takes control of Chandigarh, Amritsar airports, civilian flights cancelled

Indian Air Force seized Chandigarh and Amritsar airports following Operation Sindoor, cancelling all 52 domestic and international flights. Passengers were turned back, disrupting travel for thousands, in response to recent terror-related tensions.

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