CITY
Khalistani terror conspiracy: Nabha jailbreak fugitive Kashmir Singh arrested in Bihar
Since his escape in 2016, he remained involved with Khalistani terrorists, including Rinda, and helped carry out their activities across borders.
CITY
How growing Damask roses is changing lives of Kumaon farmers in Uttarakhand
Damask roses are highly valued for making perfumes, rose water, and essential oils. The cool climate of Kumaon favours the growing of these flowers.
CITY
Indo-Pak tensions: Mumbai's coastal vigil steps up as city recalls 26/11 terror attack lessons
A comprehensive survey of all fishing boats in Mumbai will soon be conducted, with vessel data to be collected digitally via a newly introduced mobile app.
CITY
Bengal private schools to start summer holidays early after Mamata Banerjee's plea
Government schools in the state had already begun their summer holidays from April 30.
INDIA
Small and silent, strikes like a missile: Made-in-Bengaluru SkyStriker drones played key role during Operation Sindoor
The SkyStriker is a type of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), also known as a suicide or kamikaze drone. It can carry a warhead weighing up to 10 kilograms and is designed to attack with high precision from a long distance.
CITY
BSF foils major infiltration bid in J&K’s Samba, eliminates 7 JeM terrorists
The infiltration bid, detected by the BSF’s surveillance grid around 11 pm, involved a large group of terrorists attempting to cross the international boundary under the cover of intense gunfire from the Pakistani side.
INDIA
India busts Pakistan's fake news storm; fictitious Rajouri suicide attack and other claims debunked
The government has urged citizens to rely on verified sources and not fall prey to manipulated videos or sensationalist posts.
CITY
Blackout halts match in Dharamshala: 'Bombs coming' - IPL cheerleader recalls panic
A cheerleader working at the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 shared a terrifying experience on Thursday after a sudden blackout in Dharamshala led to the suspension of the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals.
CITY
Chandigarh on high alert after air warning from IAF; residents told to stay indoors, all shops to close by 7pm
Later in the day, the Chandigarh DC office asked all shop establishments, including restaurants, to close by 7 pm on Friday. However, these orders will not be applicable for medical shops.
CITY
Uber, Ola rides from Delhi airport now costlier after pickup fee hike: Report
This additional fee, automatically included in cab fares, is part of the airport’s non-aeronautical revenue and does not require regulatory approval.
INDIA
Silence falls at Attari-Wagah as BSF calls off daily ceremony amid Indo-Pak tensions
The suspension of the Beating Retreat ceremony is not new. Similar steps were taken after the 2014 Wagah suicide bombing and the 2019 Pulwama attack.
INDIA
'Dekho taara toota...then the sky turned red': Jammu residents recount night of Pakistani air strikes
Residents reported hearing what sounded like drones overhead, followed by a series of loud blasts and a power outage that lasted nearly half an hour.
CITY
Hyderabad's Karachi Bakery defends its name after protests: '100% Indian, not a Pakistani brand'
Karachi Bakery is a well-known Indian bakery franchise that has been operating since 1953, with outlets across the country.
CITY
Char Dham Yatra pilgrim footfall drops by 26% in opening week
Despite the quieter start, over 25 lakh pilgrims have already registered, suggesting that a much larger crowd is expected in the coming weeks, especially as summer vacations begin.
CITY
Mumbai wakes up to monsoon-like showers, IMD warns of more rain ahead
The impact was felt across the city as visibility dropped, traffic slowed and even suburban railway services faced disruptions after debris was blown onto overhead equipment in Dahisar.
CITY
Sindoor sales soar in Bhubaneswar - 'Our way of showing solidarity with armed forces'
The sudden surge in demand took local shopkeepers by surprise.
CITY
Operation Abhyas: Blackout drill in Amritsar, iconic Golden Temple goes dark – Watch
Visuals from Amritsar showed the iconic Golden Temple going dark during the drill. Lights were later turned on once the drill concluded.
CITY
'We fear Pakistan will retaliate': Families flee border villages post Operation Sindoor
The exodus is most visible in Punjab’s Amritsar and Ferozepur districts, where communities like Daoke, surrounded by Pakistan on three sides, are seeing tractor-trolleys loaded with belongings heading away from the border.
CITY
'Don't end it here': Wife of Navy officer killed in Pahalgam hails Operation Sindoor
The pain we endured, what 26 families went through has now been made known to those across the border, she said.
CITY
Air India flyer dramatically deplaned at Bengaluru's KIA as airports across India ramp up security
The incident unfolded at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), where a traveller on flight AI-2820, scheduled to depart at 6.05 pm, was taken off the aircraft due to unspecified security concerns.
CITY
After Operation Sindoor, Gujarat railway stations see unprecedented security surge
At Ahmedabad railway station, Western Railway officials have reportedly deployed additional uniformed personnel and Quick Response Teams (QRTs) to monitor entry and exit points around the clock.
CITY
'Is Kashmir so sick that everyone must be a doctor?’: Why expert wants Kashmiri students to think beyond NEET
He questioned the overwhelming emphasis on medicine as a career choice.
CITY
UP Housing Board to offer 150 new affordable plots just 30 minutes from Noida’s heart
The township, spread across 635 acres, is strategically situated just a 30-minute drive from both Noida City Centre and Connaught Place.
CITY
Kedarnath yatra: Sudden mule deaths force Uttarakhand govt to suspend pack animal service
A similar situation happened in 2010, when the Yatra was briefly paused due to a rise in mule deaths. This year, authorities say the Yatra will go on, but with stronger safety measures in place.
