Rajatava Dutta

Following the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, intelligence reports indicate that numerous Pakistani terrorists have retreated from the launchpads in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK) to deeper locations within POK and Pakistan. This withdrawal comes amid fears of retaliatory strikes by the Indian forces, reminiscent of the 2019 surgical strikes.

A tragic stampede at the Lairai Devi temple in Goa during the Shree Devi Lairai jatra has resulted in the death of at least six people and injuries to over fifteen others. Authorities have initiated an emergency response, with the injured being shifted to nearby hospitals. The cause of the stampede is currently unknown, and investigations are underway as the chief minister assesses the situation.

India has a massive advantage over Pakistan in a conventional war. But when it comes to nukes, there is very little that separates the two

Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, urged Prime Minister Modi to reconsider the reservation cap after the caste census data is available, emphasizing the need for social justice and proportional representation. He highlighted the potential for the census to reveal significant underrepresentation of OBCs and EBCs, advocating for inclusivity in both political representation and the private sector, which benefits from public resources.

A viral video reveals students in Saharsa, Bihar, utilizing the airport runway as an exam center due to lack of space at coaching institutes. Despite a Rs 25 crore allocation for airport development under the UDAN scheme, the runway is being used for mock tests and physical training, raising questions about its intended purpose before flight operations commence.

While home advantage is significant in many sports, its impact in the IPL is debatable. Factors like familiarity and crowd support are often nullified by diverse team compositions. Despite strong home records of teams like CSK and MI, recent seasons show a decline in home wins, sparking debate about pitch conditions and the extent of home advantage in the league.

Earlier, the national security adviser used to report to Pakistan's PM; now, while working under constitutional cover of Sharif’s office, Malik will report to Pakistan army chief Munir

The Trump administration ended duty-free access for low-value shipments from China and Hong Kong, effective May 2, 2025. This closes a loophole used by e-commerce giants and illicit goods traffickers, potentially raising prices for American consumers. The move mirrors India's 2020 crackdown on Chinese 'gift' imports evading taxes.

Dinesh Patel from Jaunpur modified his Santro into a 'car-copter' hoping to capitalize on wedding season rentals. However, Pratapgarh police seized the vehicle and issued a Rs 25,000 fine for violating the Motor Vehicles Act. The unauthorized modifications and safety concerns led to the car's impoundment during a vehicle check.

A Russian drone strike, utilizing Iranian-made Shahed drones, targeted Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, injuring over 40 people, including an 11-year-old girl. President Zelenskyy condemned the attack on residential areas and civilian infrastructure, emphasizing the lack of military targets. He urged world leaders to bolster Ukraine's air defenses, while a separate Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia wounded over 20.