Following a missile strike near Tel Aviv, Air India diverted its Delhi-Tel Aviv flight to Abu Dhabi, later suspending the route. Amid rising India-Pakistan tensions after the Pahalgam attack, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh met with PM Modi. Meanwhile, Rahul Gandhi faced questions from a Sikh student in the US regarding the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

Sukhbir Singh Badal, SAD chief, has criticized Haryana's demand for more Nangal dam water as a «brazen loot» of Punjab's resources, urging PM Modi's intervention. Badal asserts Haryana unfairly benefits from Punjab's river waters, violating the Riparian principle. He cautions against repeating past injustices and seeks fairness, as Punjab refuses to release more water, citing overuse.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra affirmed Congress's complete support for any governmental action responding to the Pahalgam terrorist attack, which resulted in 26 civilian deaths. The Congress Working Committee has passed a resolution reflecting this united stance. She expressed hope that the Union government would act decisively to avenge the killings of innocent civilians and firmly address Pakistan's support of terrorism.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured that the government, under PM Modi's leadership, is committed to safeguarding national security and responding firmly to any threats. «I want to assure you that under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, what you desire will certainly happen,» he said at a public event in Delhi. These remarks follow the Pahalgam terror attack, amidst heightened tensions between India and Pakistan.

Prashant Kishor has criticized Lalu Prasad Yadav and Tejashwi Yadav for dynastic politics. He accuses them of ignoring Congress in Bihar. Kishor believes national security is the Centre's domain. He is set to debut in the upcoming Bihar elections with his Jan Suraaj party. Kishor has been touring Bihar and criticizing major political parties.

Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai criticized the BJP government's defense spending, particularly the Rafale deal, following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26.

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In two separate operations along the India-Bangladesh border, the Border Security Force (BSF) Meghalaya Frontier intercepted and apprehended five Bangladeshi nationals attempting to cross into India illegally, officials said on Sunday.

Following a missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport, Air India flight AI 139 en route to Tel Aviv was diverted to Abu Dhabi. Consequently, Air India and Lufthansa Group's SWISS have suspended Tel Aviv flights until May 6, 2025. Both airlines are offering affected passengers rebooking options or full refunds, prioritizing customer and staff safety amidst the escalating situation.

Chief servitor of Puri's Jagannath Temple and other religious figures are strongly criticizing the West Bengal government for naming the newly constructed Jagannath temple in Digha as «Jagannath Dham.» They argue that this move distorts religious tradition, hurts sentiments, and is a politically motivated act by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, as only Puri can be designated as a 'Dham'.

Air India flight AI139, flying from Delhi to Tel Aviv, was diverted to Abu Dhabi after a missile strike occurred near Tel Aviv airport on Sunday. The Boeing 787 was about an hour away from landing when the incident prompted the diversion while it was in Jordanian airspace. Consequently, the return flight from Tel Aviv to Delhi has been cancelled.

Amid escalating tensions following the Pahalgam massacre, BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed that panic has gripped Pakistan's leadership. He alleged that Pakistani ministers and army generals are booking tickets to flee the country, fearing a decisive response from India under Prime Minister Modi's leadership.

TMC Rajya Sabha MP Saket Gokhale questioned IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw over alleged inaction against BJP-affiliated social media accounts. He accused these accounts of posting hateful comments targeting the wife of the Navy officer killed Lt Vinay Narwal in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22 after she appealed for communal harmony.

Following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, India has launched a comprehensive retaliation against Pakistan, encompassing economic, diplomatic, and logistical measures. New Delhi has imposed a blanket ban on trade, suspended mail exchanges, and prohibited Pakistani ships from docking at Indian ports.

A CRPF jawan, Munir Ahmed, is contesting his dismissal after being accused of concealing his marriage to a Pakistani national, despite claiming he received official permission. Ahmed asserts he informed the CRPF of his marriage and followed protocol, including applying for a Long-Term Visa for his wife.

Union Minister CR Patil, in a strong statement against terrorism, refused all welcoming gestures at a Gujarat event following the Pahalgam attack that killed 26. Patil declared he would not accept bouquets or mementos until the terrorists are brought to justice.

«The accident occurred when the car in which Noushad, a native of Koyilandy, and his family were travelling collided with another car at Eengappuzha,» captioned a video posted by the Kerala Congress on X.

Chennai airport faced high alert Saturday following a mail claiming terror suspects linked to the Pahalgam massacre were aboard a SriLankan Airlines flight to Colombo. Though the flight had already departed, authorities alerted Sri Lankan security forces, who thoroughly searched the aircraft upon arrival. The alert was later declared a hoax, with no suspicious passengers found.

Intelligence chatter before the Pahalgam massacre indicated terror groups planned to target tourist spots in J&K, especially hotels near Srinagar. Despite generic warnings about potential attacks on tourists, laborers, and pilgrims in various areas, Baisaran lacked specific mention.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has sent back the J&K transaction of business rules (TBR) proposed by the Omar Abdullah government, seeking clarification on procedural adherence. The LG's office found the TBR, drafted by a committee led by Rohinton Nariman, to be conflicting with the J&K Reorganisation Act, particularly regarding the authority over postings and transfers of IAS officers.

J&K CM Omar Abdullah met PM Modi, conveying the deep grief and outrage of the people following the Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed 26, mostly tourists. The attack was a central focus, with the National Conference highlighting the unprecedented unity shown by Kashmiris in condemning the violence.

Following concerns about security after the Pahalgam attack, Ladakh officials assure tourists that the region is safe for travel, urging them to disregard misinformation. LAHDC Leh is committed to promoting tourism and ensuring visitor well-being. Efforts are underway to expedite the reopening of the Leh-Manali road, addressing a key request from tour operators.

The NIA has filed a chargesheet against three individuals linked to ISIS/ISJK for their involvement in the deadly Srinagar Sunday market grenade attack on November 3, 2024, which resulted in one fatality and several injuries.

Farooq Abdullah asserted that the Pahalgam terrorist attack, resulting in 26 fatalities, likely involved local support, sparking criticism from Mehbooba Mufti. Abdullah also reiterated his opposition to the Indus Waters Treaty, advocating for its review due to perceived harm to the region's interests.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack and heightened tensions with Pakistan, Munitions India Limited (MIL) has reportedly cancelled extended leaves for employees across most of its 12 ordnance factories. While senior management cites missed production targets and export orders as the reason, some officials suggest national security concerns prompted the decision.

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) has accused the Centre of misleading the Supreme Court with inflated figures regarding Waqf properties. AIMPLB claims the government's affidavit manipulates statistics and falsely depicts a shocking increase since 2013.

The All India Patent Officers Association has petitioned the Supreme Court for a CBI investigation into the alleged unauthorized access granted to Kaizen Institute, a private multinational firm, to the Intellectual Property Office's internal data servers.

The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea on May 5 regarding BJP MP Nishikant Dubey's alleged derogatory remarks against the court and CJI. The petition seeks suo motu contempt proceedings, citing an attack on judicial dignity. Dubey criticized the Supreme Court's handling of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, claiming the court was overstepping its bounds and provoking religious discord.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged in discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, addressing the recent Pahalgam terror attack and its impact on Indo-Pakistani relations. Lavrov advocated for resolving disagreements bilaterally through political and diplomatic channels, referencing the Simla Agreement of 1972 and the Lahore Declaration of 1999.

Intelligence agencies warned of a potential attack on tourists near Srinagar before the Pahalgam massacre, prompting increased security measures. Despite these efforts, terrorists struck, aiming to disrupt a symbolic event and instill fear. The attack also highlighted concerns about advanced weaponry and the need to avoid equating tourism with peace, while authorities addressed public concerns and halted controversial counter-terror tactics.