Sonam, the accused wife in Meghalaya honeymoon murder, is in police custody in Patna and will be taken to Kolkata, then Guwahati, and finally Shillong. The autopsy of the husband, Raja, reveals multiple sharp wounds on his body. Shillong Police have obtained transit remand for Sonam from Ghazipur. The investigation is ongoing, with potential changes in the travel route for the accused.
Violent protests broke out in Los Angeles over immigration raids, with demonstrators clashing with federal agents and National Guard troops. The unrest led to property damage and blocked roads. In response, President Donald Trump deployed 2,000 California National Guard troops, declaring, "They spit, we hit." Protesters are demanding an end to raids on undocumented immigrants and calling for the disbandment of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency.
Elon Musk has launched a sharp attack on Donald Trump, implying the former president may be linked to undisclosed Jeffrey Epstein files. Musk posted a resurfaced 1992 party video featuring Trump and Epstein, intensifying public scrutiny. This move follows Trump's remarks suggesting Musk would soon launch personal attacks against him. The latest exchange signals a significant deterioration in their relationship.
President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation barring foreign nationals from entering the U.S. to study or join exchange programs at Harvard University. The White House claims Harvard hasn't adequately disclosed risks linked to some international students. The decision impacts over 6,000 current and prospective foreign students for the 2025–2026 academic year. Harvard has responded by filing a lawsuit, alleging the move is unconstitutional retaliation.
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick expressed confidence in the India-US trade deal, saying that a favorable agreement for both countries will be reached in the "not-too-distant future." Meanwhile, the White House announced that President Donald Trump is open to an invitation from Turkey, which is hosting peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.
Ukraine launched its biggest drone assault on Russia in Operation Spider Web, deploying 117 drones and damaging 34% of Russia's cruise missile carriers. Planned over 18 months, the strike reached targets up to 5,000 km inside Russia. A Ukrainian team reportedly operated near Russia's FSB HQ. U.S. senators now warn Putin could be gearing up for further conflict after discussions with Zelensky and Macron.
US President Donald Trump announces a briefing with Elon Musk following Musk's criticism of a Trump administration bill. The transcript also mentions the end of the Trump-Musk 'bromance' and discusses the legal challenges to Trump's tariff policies.
Elon Musk has announced his exit from the Trump administration, where he was serving as a top adviser leading the Department of Government Efficiency. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO, whose role aimed at reforming federal bureaucracy, shared the update on X, thanking President Trump as his special government employee term ends.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his two-day visit to Gujarat in Vadodara, his first trip to the state after the conclusion of Operation Sindoor. During the visit, he will inaugurate infrastructure projects worth ₹82,000 crore, launch the Somnath–Ahmedabad Vande Bharat Express, and unveil a new railway production unit in Dahod.
Operation Sindoor has triggered a fierce political clash. Prime Minister Modi praised the armed forces at Bikaner airbase and reaffirmed the 'Yeh Naya Bharat Hai' doctrine. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi accused him of damaging India's prestige and questioned the ceasefire with Pakistan. In response, the BJP accused Gandhi of "echoing Pakistan's voice." The operation outlined three key principles for countering terrorism, emphasising a firm retaliatory stance.
Central agencies have thwarted a major ISI-backed terror plan with the arrest of two individuals—one in Delhi and another in Ranchi. After a three-month-long operation, a Pakistan-trained ISI agent was caught in Delhi with sensitive Indian Army documents, which he intended to pass to Pakistan via Nepal. His associate, who aided the operation, was apprehended in Ranchi. Officials believe the arrests may have averted a major terror attack.
In a major breakthrough, Jammu and Kashmir police recovered arms and ammunition from a terrorist hideout in Imam Sahib, Shopian. The seized items include a pistol, magazine, two grenades, five pistol rounds, and 20 AK-47 rounds. The search was part of Operation Sindoor, which continues across the Kashmir Valley. So far, six terrorists have been killed in recent encounters in South Kashmir's Shopian and Pulwama districts. Two identity cards were also found, and investigations are ongoing to establish their ownership
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has proposed peace talks with India, stressing that any dialogue must address the Kashmir issue. The offer follows a ceasefire agreement reached on May 10, after a period of intense cross-border clashes.
Three Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces early Thursday in Nadir village, Tral area of Pulwama district, Jammu and Kashmir. The anti-terror operation is still ongoing amid reports that more militants may be hiding in the area.
Flight services were disrupted after "a small number of suspected drones" were spotted in Jammu and Kashmir's Samba and subsequently engaged. Following the development, IndiGo and Air India suspended flights across northern and western India for the day. However, the Army said that there was "no need to be alarmed". On the other hand, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his first public address since Operation Sindoor, warned terrorists operating out of Pakistan that they can't hide any more.
The Indian government has refuted reports of damage to the Udhampur airbase, calling them completely false. Satellite imagery confirms the runway is intact. India accused Pakistan of spreading doctored images of Jammu airport to incite panic, while showcasing evidence of actual damage to Pakistani airbases.
A woman lost her life and another was injured in cross-border shelling by Pakistan in the Uri sector of North Kashmir's Baramulla district on Thursday. Officials said a shell struck a vehicle travelling from Razerwani to Baramulla near Mohura. Nargis Begum, wife of Basheer Khan, died in the incident, while Hafeeza, wife of Razeek Ahmad Khan, sustained injuries and was rushed to GMC Baramulla for treatment.
Satellite images obtained reveal heavy damage to Jaish-e-Mohammed's major training and recruitment centres in Pakistan following Indian airstrikes. Captured just hours after the operation, the visuals underscore the pinpoint accuracy of the strikes conducted early Wednesday.
The body of Imtiyaz Ahmed, a 23-year-old man from Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, was recovered from a stream days after he was detained by police over alleged links to a Lashkar-e-Taiba sleeper cell. Police claim he jumped into the stream while attempting to escape custody, but his family allege he died in police custody.
Parts of Delhi-NCR were hit by intense rainfall and thunderstorms, leading to waterlogging, tree falls, and flight delays at IGI Airport. The downpour brought a welcome drop in temperatures after a searing heatwave, though low-lying areas like Minto Bridge remain flooded despite precautionary efforts.
Pakistan violated the ceasefire for the seventh consecutive night on Wednesday, opening unprovoked fire across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara, Uri, and Akhnoor sectors. The Indian Army responded swiftly and in a controlled manner to the aggression.
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke to the UN Secretary General, seeking intervention in the Kashmir issue.
In a fresh ceasefire breach along the India-Pakistan border, the Pakistan Army opened unprovoked small arms fire at several points along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir on Monday night, according to officials.
China has called for an "impartial" investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir, urging swift action. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi expressed hope that both India and Pakistan would show restraint and work towards dialogue.
The United Nations has strongly condemned the terror attack targeting Indians, especially Hindus, in Pahalgam. Calling for calm, the UN urged both India and Pakistan to exercise maximum restraint and avoid escalation. It stressed the need for peaceful resolution through meaningful bilateral engagement.
US Vice President JD Vance arrived in Delhi on Monday for his maiden official visit to India. Accompanied by senior Pentagon and State Department officials, Vance will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi as both sides accelerate efforts toward a trade agreement. His four-day trip includes diplomatic talks and cultural events across Delhi, Jaipur, and Agra.
Calcutta High Court has instructed the West Bengal government to provide immediate support to those displaced by recent violence in Murshidabad. The court directed the state to ensure the safe return of affected individuals, maintain consistent police patrolling, and take preventive measures against further unrest. While rejecting a plea for an NIA probe, the court underscored the state's duty to uphold law and order.
Karnataka Governor Thawarchand Gehlot has reserved the controversial bill proposing 4% reservation for minorities, reportedly benefiting Muslims in government contracts. The bill has been sent to the state's law and parliamentary affairs department for presidential assent. The state government must now forward it to the President for final approval.
Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the opposition of spreading falsehoods about the Waqf law, likening it to past claims on Article 370 and CAA. He said the CAA had no impact on Indian Muslim citizenship. His remarks follow reports of violence and protests by the Muslim community in Murshidabad, Bengal, over the Waqf law.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has been granted 18 days of custody for Tahawwur Rana, a key plotter of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, extradited from the United States, appeared before a special NIA court. The agency sought 20 days but was granted 18 for interrogation. Rana is accused of providing logistical and financial support for the 2008 attacks that killed 166 people.
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday abruptly paused his newly imposed reciprocal tariff just 24 hours after it took effect, stoking fears of an impending trade war. The sudden move rattled global markets, fuelling recession concerns. Simultaneously, Trump hiked tariffs on China to 125%, up from the earlier 104%.
US President Trump has announced plans to levy hefty tariffs, possibly 20–26%, on pharmaceutical imports. The move could disrupt global pharma trade and severely impact India, which exports around $12.72 billion worth of medicines to the U.S. annually. The decision poses serious concerns for India's pharma sector.
A car unexpectedly went up in flames on the old Mumbai-Pune Expressway near Dabholi-Pimpli-Chinchwaad.
The Waqf Amendment Bill has been passed in both houses following late-night sessions. In the Rajya Sabha, it secured 128 votes in favour and 95 against. JPC Chairperson Jagdambe Kappa noted 38 meetings and consultations with 284 delegations. The government accepted all committee recommendations and amendments.
US President Donald Trump announced broad "discounted" reciprocal tariffs on multiple countries, including India, which will face a 27% import duty. Describing the move as a "kind reciprocal," Trump stated that the tariffs would not be fully equal, with the US imposing roughly half the levies that other nations charge Washington.
Education minister Dharmendra Pradhan has slammed Sonia Gandhi over her remarks on New Education Policy. Dharmendra Pradhan said that public universities lacked funds under the rule of Congress.
NASA astronauts return after a nine-month stay on the International Space Station, originally planned for nine days. The crew faced challenges with packaged and freeze-dried food for the extended duration.
US President Donald Trump on Sunday expressed strong frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin for questioning the credibility of Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump stated he was "very angry" and "pissed off" over Putin's remarks.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's address at an Oxford institution was interrupted as protesters questioned her on the rape and murder of a doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Hospital and other state-related issues. She was delivering a lecture on 'Social Development' when around six audience members stood up, raised posters, and disrupted her speech.
Justice Yashwant Varma is set to appear before a panel as part of an ongoing probe. Experts have analysed evidence collected from his residence, which he will now face during questioning. Leading legal experts, including Senior Advocate Siddharth Agarwal and Arunati Raju, are preparing his defence. The investigation is being fast-tracked, with the panel staying in Delhi to complete the enquiry and examine all witnesses.
