Centre reduces number of places under AFSPA in the northeast

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has announced that due to an improvement in the security situation, the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) has been removed from several districts in Assam, Nagaland and Manipur. This decision follows the removal of AFSPA from a large number of districts in the north east on April 1, 2022, and has resulted in a reduction of militancy incidents by 74%, deaths of security personnel by 60% and civilians by 84%.

Schools closed, sirens go off: All about what's happening in Indian border towns as Pakistan escalates tensions

Indian forces neutralized 50 drones targeting 15 border cities in Jammu and Kashmir and Punjab. Air raid sirens blared, causing blackouts. Schools closed and border states remain on high alert amid escalating military tensions.

University professor in Chennai suspended for criticising Operation Sindoor

A Chennai university suspended an assistant professor for criticizing Operation Sindoor on WhatsApp, posting about civilian casualties in Pakistan. The university cited "unethical activities" in her suspension, with a BJP leader calling for her blacklisting from other institutions.

Woman killed as Pakistan resorts to artillery shelling along LoC

Pakistani artillery shelling along the Line of Control killed a woman and injured five others in Jammu and Kashmir. India repelled multiple drone and missile attacks, neutralizing over 45 drones and intercepting Pakistani missiles with minimal casualties.

Early morning blast sound in Jammu triggers sirens, blackout after Pakistan's overnight airstrikes

An early morning blast in Jammu triggered sirens and a blackout after overnight Pakistani airstrikes. India intercepted eight missiles, neutralized drone attacks along the border, and destroyed a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore, with no casualties reported.

Chief minister Omar Abdullah rushes to Jammu after India foils Pakistan's drone attacks

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah rushed to Jammu after India successfully foiled Pakistan's drone attacks. Sirens blared Thursday night. Schools closed until Monday, with a potential extension pending situation assessment on Monday afternoon.

SC issues contempt notices over vacancies in NCR pollution control boards

Supreme Court issued contempt notices to NCR states' chief secretaries over massive vacancies in pollution control boards, with Delhi having 55% posts unfilled. Court directed states to fill positions by September, emphasizing the critical role of these boards in fighting pollution.

DMK gen secy Duraimurugan alloted law ministry in reshuffle

DMK leader Duraimurugan receives law ministry in cabinet reshuffle, replacing S Regupathy. This follows recent resignations of ministers Senthil Balaji and K Ponmudi, with CM Stalin redistributing key portfolios among party members.

3 police commandos killed in combing ops

Three Greyhounds commandos were killed and three injured in an IED explosion by Maoists during a combing operation in Telangana's Mulug district. The attack occurred in dense forest areas, with an exchange of fire leading to the Maoists' retreat.

TDP MP seeks CBI probe into YSR Congress-era liquor scam

TDP MLA Kesineni Shivanath seeks CBI probe into a ₹3,200 crore liquor scam during the previous YSRCP government, citing public outrage and demanding transparency, while SIT continues its investigation and has already arrested four people.

Police: 35-year-old held for abducting, killing 8-year-old boy in Bengaluru

A 35-year-old man was arrested for kidnapping and murdering an 8-year-old boy in Bengaluru while intoxicated. The suspect assaulted the child, disposed of the body, and was later exposed by his own daughter, leading to his confession.

Clear recommendations of collegium ‘expeditiously’: SC

Supreme Court urges Centre to quickly clear judicial appointments, highlighting massive pendency of over 700,000 criminal appeals. Calls for expeditious filling of sanctioned judge posts and suggests measures like video conferencing and dedicated criminal appeal benches to reduce backlog.

Barber shops reopened after nearly 3-month boycott at village in Koppal: Official

After a three-month social boycott triggered by a dispute between a barber and a Dalit community member, local officials mediated a resolution. Barber shops reopened following a meeting that emphasized equality and opposed untouchability.

Security increased at key infrastructure areas as tension escalates: Siddaramaiah

Karnataka heightens security at critical infrastructure like dams and coastal regions following the Pahalgam incident. Specialized forces deployed, civil defence drills conducted, and coastal patrols intensified. Authorities remain vigilant and prepared for potential threats.

President clears prosecution of Lalu Prasad in land-for-jobs case

President Murmu approved prosecution of Lalu Prasad in land-for-jobs money laundering case. ED filed charges based on CBI's FIR alleging railway recruitment corruption during 2004-09, involving land transfers as bribes.

Indian markets, rupee set to open lower amid ongoing military conflict with Pakistan: Report

India's benchmark indexes are set to open lower on Friday, with the rupee expected to weaken amid rising tensions with Pakistan following drone and missile attacks on military installations in Jammu. Gift Nifty futures indicate a 1.2% drop, reflecting concerns over escalating conflict between the two nations.