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India’s Strategic Airstrikes Prompted Pakistan’s Urgent Ceasefire Plea
On the night of 10 May 2025, the Indian Air Force executed a series of precision airstrikes deep within Pakistani territory, targeting key military installations. These operations, part of what has been identified as Operation Sindoor, marked a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between the two nations. The...
NB.1.8.1 Variant Raises Global Concerns Amid Renewed COVID-19 Surge
A new SARS-CoV-2 variant, NB.1.8.1, is drawing heightened scrutiny from health authorities worldwide due to its rapid spread and potential to evade immune defences, even as it has yet to cause a significant spike in severe cases. Detected through genomic surveillance in the United States, NB.1.8.1 has been identified...
Supreme Court Penalises Advocate for ‘Publicity-Driven’ PIL
The Supreme Court has imposed a ₹7,000 fine on an advocate who filed a public interest litigation alleging a breach of protocol during Chief Justice of India Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai’s visit to Maharashtra. The bench, led by CJI Gavai himself, dismissed the plea, labelling it an attempt at “cheap...
ED Officer Seeks Pre-Arrest Bail
A senior Enforcement Directorate official has approached the Kerala High Court for anticipatory bail after being named as the primary accused in a corruption case involving an alleged ₹2 crore bribe demand from a Kollam-based cashew businessman. Shekhar Kumar, 37, currently serving as Assistant Director at the ED’s Kochi...
Harvard’s Global Student Programme Halted
Harvard University has been stripped of its authority to enrol international students after the Trump administration revoked its certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program . The decision, announced on 22 May by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, immediately bars the university from admitting new foreign students and...
Lahore ATC Refuses IndiGo’s Emergency Request
A Delhi-to-Srinagar IndiGo flight carrying 227 passengers endured a harrowing ordeal on 21 May when it encountered a violent hailstorm mid-air. The pilot’s urgent plea to Lahore Air Traffic Control for temporary access to Pakistani airspace to evade the turbulence was denied, compelling the aircraft to navigate the severe...
India’s Swift Retaliation Sends Clear Message to Pakistan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has declared that India’s adversaries now comprehend the consequences when ‘sindoor’ transforms into gunpowder, following the successful execution of Operation Sindoor. This military operation was launched in response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26...
Supreme Court Scrutinises Waqf Law Amid Religious Autonomy Concerns
The Supreme Court has reserved its verdict on a series of petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the Waqf Act, 2025, following three days of intensive hearings. The legislation, which introduces significant changes to the governance of waqf properties, has ignited a complex legal debate over religious autonomy, state...
Pakistan’s Military Leadership Asserts Defiance Amid Regional Tensions
Pakistan’s military leadership has declared its unwavering stance against external military pressures, asserting that the nation will not be coerced by threats of force. This declaration was made during the 270th Corps Commanders’ Conference, convened at the General Headquarters in Rawalpindi and chaired by Chief of Army Staff Field...
India Warns Pakistan of Direct Strikes Amid Terrorism Concerns
India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, has issued a stern warning to Pakistan, asserting that India will not hesitate to target terrorists operating within Pakistani territory. In an interview conducted during his visit to the Netherlands on May 19-20, Jaishankar emphasized that India seeks a definitive end to cross-border...
Trump Attributes India-Pakistan Ceasefire to Trade Diplomacy
US President Donald Trump has reiterated his claim of facilitating the May 2025 ceasefire between India and Pakistan, attributing the de-escalation to trade negotiations initiated by his administration. Speaking during a meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House, Trump stated, “If you take a look...
India Monitors COVID-19 Uptick
India has reported 257 active COVID-19 cases as of 19 May 2025, with health authorities maintaining that the situation remains under control. The majority of these cases are concentrated in Kerala , followed by Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu . Most infections are mild, requiring no hospitalisation, though officials are...
Bolton Endorses India’s Right to Self-Defence
Former US National Security Advisor John Bolton has affirmed India’s right to self-defence in the wake of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives. Speaking to NDTV, Bolton emphasised that India is “entitled to retaliate and try to eliminate terrorist threats” to its sovereignty and people,...
Mild COVID-19 Variant Spreads Across Asia
A surge in COVID-19 cases is being observed across several Asian countries, driven by the JN.1 sub-variant of Omicron. Despite the uptick, health authorities emphasise that the infections remain predominantly mild, with no significant increase in severity or mortality. India, while reporting new cases, maintains that the situation is...
Musk Retreats from Political Arena Amid Mounting Tesla Pressures
Elon Musk, the world’s wealthiest individual and a prominent supporter of Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, has declared a significant reduction in his political contributions. This decision follows his substantial financial backing of Trump’s re-election bid, which has led to increased scrutiny and backlash affecting Tesla’s market performance. Speaking...
Afghanistan’s Dam Projects Stir Water Disputes with Pakistan
A claim by Baloch activist Mir Yar Baloch has intensified concerns over Afghanistan’s dam construction plans, suggesting a deliberate strategy to restrict water flow into Pakistan. The activist alleged that Afghanistan is preparing to build new dams aimed at cutting the flow of its water to Pakistan, following India’s...
Israel plans to target Iran nuclear facilities
Israel is intensifying preparations for a potential military strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, as U.S. intelligence assessments indicate a significant escalation in planning activities. This development emerges amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts by the Trump administration to engage Tehran in nuclear negotiations. According to multiple U.S. officials cited in a...
Courtroom Clash Over Waqf Law’s Secular Boundaries
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta asserted before the Supreme Court on Tuesday that waqf is inherently a secular concept, emphasising that the Waqf Act, 2025, does not impinge upon any essential religious practices of Muslims. This declaration was part of a comprehensive 145-page submission defending the constitutional validity of the...
