V. S. Jayakrishna

Nearly two weeks after the brutal Pahalgam massacre, India’s armed forces executed Operation Sindoor — a high-precision airstrike destroying nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, targeting Lashkar, Jaish, and Hizbul Mujahideen strongholds

Air travel faces disruption as several Indian airports halt commercial flights due to Operation Sindoor. The closure affects 27 airports across northern, western, and central India until May 10. Airlines like IndiGo and Air India cancel and reschedule hundreds of flights. Passengers are advised to check flight status. Affected airlines offer refunds and rescheduling options. Delhi airport also reports cancellations.

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan due to Operation Sindoor, RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav has offered his services to the nation, highlighting his pilot training. Yadav expressed his willingness to sacrifice his life for the country, stating that he would consider it an honor to serve, as conveyed in his post on X.

Following the deadly Phalgam terror attack, the Indian Army launched 'Operation Sindoor,' conducting precision strikes on nine terror camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Satellite images reveal substantial damage to key locations, including the Jamia Mosque in Bahawalpur and a LeT training center in Muridke. The operation targeted Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen bases, carefully avoiding Pakistani military installations.

And no one wants to fly over Pakistan anymore — even though Pakistan insists all of its airspace is 'not closed'

Laura Loomer, a far-right activist, wished India good luck. This followed reports about India's Operation Sindoor. Loomer's tweet gained significant traction online. She is known for her controversial views and support for Donald Trump. Loomer has a history of making extreme statements. She has also unsuccessfully run for Congress. She remains a vocal figure in MAGA circles.

Rohit ends his red-ball career as one of India’s most dependable batters in the latter part of his journey. He scored 4,301 runs in 67 Tests, including 12 centuries and 18 half-centuries, at an average of 40.57. Having already bid farewell to T20 Internationals after last year’s World Cup win, the 38-year-old will now be seen leading India only in the ODI format.

Border Security Force neutralized a Pakistani intruder attempting to cross into India from Punjab's Ferozpur sector. This incident occurred amidst heightened security in Rajasthan and Punjab following India's strikes on terror infrastructure in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Both states have implemented stringent measures, including school closures and increased police vigilance, to brace for potential escalations.