Himachal will take at least 2 years to re-build; hope Centre helps fast: CM

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu has requested INR 8,000 crore ($1.1 billion) in assistance from the Indian Government to rebuild the state following devastating floods caused by heavy rainfall. The Chief Minister also urged the central government to release interim relief immediately and asked the Road Transport Minister to construct tunnels on the Shimla-Kalka national highway to reduce slope cutting and improve national security. The state has not received any interim relief from the central government so far.

Navy officer Vinay Narwal's wife to Modi govt after Operation Sindoor against terror groups: ‘Make sure…'

India's Navy officer Vinay Narwal's wife praised 'Operation Sindoor', supporting the government's retaliatory strikes against terror groups in Pakistan. She urged an end to terrorism, honoring her husband's sacrifice in protecting peace.

Operation Sindoor: Canada asks citizens not to travel to J&K, border areas

Canada warns citizens against traveling to Jammu and Kashmir and border areas due to escalating tensions following India's precision strikes on terrorist sites in Pakistan, potential air travel disruptions, and risks of violent clashes and potential retaliation.

27 airports temporarily shut as India-Pakistan tensions rise. Check full list

India temporarily closed 27 airports amid rising tensions with Pakistan following precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The 26-minute Operation Sindoor targeted bases of terrorist groups in retaliation for the Pahalgam attack, disrupting regional air travel.

Escalate or back down? Experts weigh in on Islamabad’s options

Pakistan faces critical choices after India's Operation Sindoor, with potential responses including increased Line of Control shelling, limited air strikes, terror attacks, or diplomatic backchannel negotiations. Military experts suggest Pakistan will likely opt for a measured, limited retaliation to avoid full-scale conflict.

Operation Sindoor: Satellite images show damage at terror site in Pakistan's Bahawalpur

India launched precision strikes on nine terrorist sites in Pakistan and PoK, targeting infrastructure in retaliation for the Pahalgam attack. Satellite images revealed damage at Jamia Mosque in Bahawalpur, with India emphasizing a measured, non-escalatory response.

Submit issues with 2022 PMLA verdict by July 16, SC tells petitioners

Supreme Court directs PMLA petitioners to submit specific review issues by July 16. Bench limits review to two key points: ECIR access and burden of proof. Hearing set for August 6, with potential continuation on August 7.

NLU consortium pulled up over ‘casual’ CLAT questions

Supreme Court criticizes NLU consortium for 'casual' CLAT exam, directing changes in marking for six questions. Court seeks a permanent mechanism for conducting the test, highlighting concerns over exam quality and potential impact on students' careers.

‘Social media’: Pakistan minister's bizarre reply when asked for proof of downing IAF jets

Pakistan's defence minister claimed on social media that five Indian jets were downed during Operation Sindoor, citing unverified online reports. India targeted terrorist camps in retaliation for the Pahalgam attack, with both countries warning of potential escalation while seeking to avoid full-scale war.

Modi picked name for counterterror op

Prime Minister Modi named the counterterror operation "Operation Sindoor" and closely monitored strikes on nine terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, crediting armed forces for precise action against terrorists in retaliation for the Pahalgam attack.

2021 saw almost 2 million extra deaths, shows MHA data

India recorded nearly 2 million excess deaths in 2021, with official Covid-19 death tolls significantly underestimating the pandemic's impact. The Sample Registration System report reveals a crude death rate spike, indicating substantially higher mortality compared to previous years.

Centre extends tenure of CBI director by 1 year

The government extended CBI director Praveen Sood's tenure by one year, despite a lack of consensus in a high-powered committee. The extension deviates from the standard two-year norm and follows an earlier ordinance allowing flexible tenure extensions.

India’s outreach to US in focus after strikes in Pakistan

India launched precision strikes on Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack, focusing diplomatic efforts on the US. President Trump and officials expressed solidarity while maintaining neutrality, urging both nations to avoid escalation and keep communication open.

How India is fighting Pakistan’s disinformation campaign

India counters Pakistan's online disinformation campaign following military strikes, with fact-checkers debunking fake news about military victories, captured soldiers, and doctored images. Government and independent units work round-the-clock to verify information and combat propaganda spread through social media.

Why India zeroed in on hubs of terror

India targeted nine terror hubs in Pakistan, striking locations supporting anti-India terror groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed. These facilities, often concealed in government buildings, served as training centers, launch pads, and indoctrination sites for terrorists planning attacks in India.

Fact check: Gaza photos falsely shared as attack on Sialkot, Pakistan

India conducted precision missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam massacre. Misinformation circulated falsely using Gaza photos, but the operation targeted specific camps without civilian casualties.