DK Shivakumar gets ‘deputy+6 portfolios’ offer, Congress warns against speculation

Congress leader DK Shivakumar has been offered the post of deputy chief minister of Karnataka and six portfolios, but his office has confirmed that no decision has been made. The Congress party, which has won 135 seats in the 224-member state assembly, is expected to name Siddaramaiah as the next chief minister of Karnataka, with his swearing-in set to take place on Thursday. Rahul Gandhi has been holding talks with Congress leaders in Delhi to discuss government formation in the state.

NIA urges locals, tourists to share videos and photos related to Pahalgam terror attack

NIA seeks public help to investigate Pahalgam terror attack, requesting locals and tourists to share photos and videos via provided phone numbers. The agency aims to gather additional evidence about the incident that killed 26 Indian tourists.

Op Sindoor: Indian embassy cautions Chinese daily against posting Pak claims

Indian Embassy warns Chinese Global Times to verify sources before sharing Pakistan's unverified claims about Operation Sindoor, highlighting the spread of disinformation by pro-Pakistan handles using old, misleading images of aircraft crashes.

Army releases images of terror camps, impact of Operation Sindoor strikes

Indian Army released images of nine targeted terror camps in Pakistan and PoK, striking in retaliation for the Pahalgam terrorist attack. The operation targeted LeT, JeM, and Hizbul Mujahideen camps without hitting Pakistani military facilities, demonstrating strategic precision.

India shuts down 25 flight routes that overfly Pakistan amid rising tensions

India closes 25 flight routes over Pakistan amid rising tensions, shutting down 18 airports in northern and western regions. Precautionary measure follows targeted airstrikes, restricting aircraft entry and exit through Indian airspace until May 10.

Omar Abdullah holds ‘emergency meeting’ over situation in Jammu & Kashmir border areas

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah convened an emergency meeting to address border security following a recent terror attack in Pahalgam. Union Minister Amit Shah also met with various state leaders to discuss safety measures. The Indian Armed Forces conducted 'Operation Sindoor', successfully targeting nine sites in Pakistan linked to terrorism, as tensions escalate in the region.

Mock drills take place across country: A guide on what to do as a citizen in case of an emergency

Mock drills nationwide test emergency preparedness. Citizens instructed to turn off lights, seek shelter, and follow official updates during simulated blackout. Radios, essential supplies, and family coordination are crucial for survival during potential hostile attack.

CBI director Praveen Sood gets one-year extension

CBI director Praveen Sood gets a one-year tenure extension until May 2026, approved by a selection committee led by PM Modi. A seasoned IPS officer with numerous awards, Sood is known for technological innovations in policing.

AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan warns celebrities, social media influencers from ‘barking’ about national security

Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan warns celebrities and social media influencers against commenting on national security, threatening stern action for 'anti-national' rhetoric following India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistani terror targets.

Puri's titular king urges ISCKON to convince Digha temple to remove 'Jagannath Dham' name

Bhubaneswar's titular king, Divyasingha Deb, urged ISKCON to convince the Digha temple trust to drop the 'Jagannath Dham' name from its new temple. He emphasized that only Puri should hold this title, as declared by leading Shankaracharyas. Deb cited scriptural support asserting that such nomenclature is exclusive to Puri's original Jagannath temple.

Punjab & Haryana HC restrains Punjab from 'interfering' in Bhakra Nangal Dam functioning

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has barred Punjab and its police from interfering in the operations of the Bhakra-Nangal Dam and water regulation offices managed by the Bhakra Beas Management Board. The court emphasized Punjab can provide security but must comply with a recent decision to release additional water to Haryana amid ongoing water disputes.

Rain, thunderstorms likely to continue over NW, central India for next 5 days: IMD

IMD predicts continued rain and thunderstorms across northwest and central India for five days, with potential hailstorms, gusty winds, and isolated heavy rainfall in regions like Rajasthan, Gujarat, and northeast India.

Parliamentary panel flags discrepancies, slams delay in tap water schemes

A parliamentary panel criticized the Jal Shakti ministry for poor implementation of tap water and sanitation schemes, highlighting issues like fake connections, dried water sources, and insufficient toilet construction funding across rural India.

Over 200 flights cancelled, 18 airports shut after Indian strikes on PoK

Over 200 flights cancelled and 18 airports shut down across northern and western India following Indian missile strikes on terror camps in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, causing widespread air travel disruption and international flight rerouting.

Pahalgam attack hero’s family says ‘Operation Sindoor’ avenged son’s death

The father of Syed Adil Hussain Shah, a ponywalla killed during the Pahalgam terror attack, expressed gratitude for India's military strikes on terror camps in Pakistan, viewing it as justice for his son's death and the deaths of 25 others. The strikes, part of 'Operation Sindoor', targeted key terrorist strongholds in retaliation for the April 22 attack.

From Neptune Spear to Wooden Leg: India’s Operation Sindoor joins history’s bold counterterror strikes

India's Operation Sindoor targeted nine terrorist facilities in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, destroying camps linked to terrorist groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba. The precision strike eliminated terrorist infrastructure without civilian casualties, echoing historic cross-border counterterrorism operations by other nations.