The Supreme Court is set to hear Ali Khan Mahmudabad's plea against his arrest over social media posts concerning Operation Sindoor. Mahmudabad, an Ashoka University professor, faces charges including endangering sovereignty after FIRs were filed based on complaints from the Haryana State Commission for Women and a village sarpanch.
IB director Tapan Kumar Deka received a second one-year extension, making him the longest-serving head since 2005. This follows the success of Operation Sindoor, a retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, which targeted terror bases in PoK and key Pakistani military assets.
CISF Sub-Inspector Geeta Samota has etched her name in history as the first CISF personnel to conquer Mount Everest, fulfilling her ambitious 'seven summits' dream that began in 2019. Overcoming challenges and injuries, she scaled multiple peaks across continents, culminating in her Everest triumph.
Jharkhand IAS officer Vinay Kumar Choubey was arrested by Chhattisgarh's anti-corruption bureau in connection with a liquor scam. An FIR was filed against Choubey for allegedly causing financial losses to Jharkhand's exchequer by altering the state's liquor policy. The syndicate allegedly manipulated tender norms to favor certain companies, earning illegal commissions.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Friedrich Merz on becoming the new Chancellor of Germany, as both leaders committed to strengthening the strategic partnership between India and Germany. They exchanged perspectives on global and regional issues, reinforcing their united stance against terrorism. Merz's election followed a historic second-round victory, marking him as Germany's 10th chancellor since World War II.
Uttarakhand Film Development Council CEO visited the set of Border 2, highlighting the state's appeal to filmmakers due to its simplified shooting permissions and supportive environment. Several productions are underway, including Ginny Weds Sunny 2 and Uttar Da Puttar, alongside regional cinema projects. In the 2024-25 financial year, Uttarakhand has issued 225 shooting permits.
The Indian Army's bomb disposal squad safely detonated a live shell fired from Pakistan near a village in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, averting a potential disaster. Residents expressed relief and gratitude, highlighting the army's crucial role in safeguarding the community.
Tensions escalate in Uttar Pradesh as posters demanding an apology from Akhilesh Yadav appear in Lucknow, following alleged derogatory remarks against Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak by the Samajwadi Party's 'X' handle. Pathak has also criticized Yadav's response to a query, accusing him of deflecting from questions about the SP's alleged connections to controversial figures and past scandals.
MR Srinivasan, a veteran nuclear scientist and former atomic energy commission chairman, has died. He was 95. Srinivasan played a key role in India's nuclear energy development. He helped develop 18 nuclear power units. He worked with Homi Bhabha on India's first nuclear research reactor, Apsara. Mallikarjun Kharge expressed condolences, calling his death a significant loss for India's scientific community.
Lt Gen Sumer Ivan D'Cunha asserted India's capability to strike any target within Pakistan, emphasizing the nation's preparedness to respond across the entire depth of Pakistani territory if needed. Operation Sindoor showcased India's use of locally developed technology, including long-range drones and guided munitions, to strike key Pakistani airbases.
India's ambassador to Israel, JP Singh, asserted that Operation Sindoor, initiated in response to Pakistan's cross-border terrorism, remains paused, not concluded. He urged a global coalition against terrorism, demanding Pakistan hand over key figures like Hafiz Saeed. Singh highlighted India's firm stance against terrorism, emphasizing that treaties require an end to Pakistan's support for terrorist activities.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched the e-Zero initiative in Delhi, automatically converting cyber financial crimes above Rs 10 lakh reported on the 1930 helpline into FIRs. Home Minister Amit Shah announced the project's imminent nationwide expansion, aiming for swift investigations and cybercriminal crackdown.
India faced a busy period with the arrest of ex-UCO Bank CMD in a major fraud case and ongoing trade talks with the US amidst tariff concerns. Bengaluru grappled with severe flooding after record rainfall, while the Supreme Court clarified bail norms under the PMLA.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) released a video showcasing Operation Sindoor, its response to a Pakistan-backed terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26. The IAF conducted precision strikes on terror-linked sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, including Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba locations. Pakistan retaliated, leading to further IAF strikes on radar installations and airbases.
With drought-tolerant, climate-resilient rice just two years away from Indian farms, gene editing could change how the country grows its staple. But questions around safety, regulation, and adoption still remain
Indian authorities have launched a major crackdown on a Pakistan-linked espionage network, arresting at least 12 individuals across northern states. The suspects, including a YouTuber and an influencer, are accused of relaying sensitive military information to Pakistani intelligence officers. Investigations are ongoing, focusing on digital devices, financial transactions, and potential links to drug smuggling.
