Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the BSF in Jammu for dismantling 118 Pakistani posts and surveillance networks after Operation Sindoor. He assured full security for the Amarnath Yatra and vowed retaliation for terror attacks, referencing the May 7 strikes following the Pahalgam killings.
The All India Aggarwal Society of Haryana is set to host a large-scale matrimonial event in Jind on September 7 to address the challenges of finding suitable marriage partners within the community.
Shashi Tharoor led an all-party delegation to Colombia to explain India's Operation Sindoor and its stance on the Indus Waters Treaty. Tharoor expressed disappointment with Colombia's reaction to the strikes, emphasizing India's right to self-defense against cross-border terrorism. The delegation aims to counter Pakistan's narrative and reinforce India's zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.
India has expressed its support for the treaty signed between the United Kingdom and Mauritius, which aims to restore Mauritian sovereignty over the Chagos Archipelago, including Diego Garcia. India views this agreement as a significant milestone and a positive step towards decolonization, aligning with international law and promoting regional stability.
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, stakeholders organized a roadshow from Srinagar to Pahalgam to revive tourism. The roadshow aimed to convey that Kashmir is safe. It was stopped 30km before Pahalgam due to security concerns. Participants included shikara operators, hoteliers, and travel agents. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed dismay over the impact on tourism.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah's push to restart the Tulbul Navigation Project amid Indus Water Treaty discussions sparked a feud with PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti, who accused him of "weaponising water." The leaders clashed over patriotism and regional interests, with accusations of being pro-Pakistan. The project, stalled since 1987 due to Pakistani objections, aims to aid winter power generation.
BJP organized Tiranga Yatra in Pahalgam and Srinagar, showcasing patriotism and support for the armed forces following Operation Sindoor. The Pahalgam rally, led by Sofi Yousuf, involved local hoteliers and ponywallahs carrying the Tricolour. In Srinagar, the rally culminated at Lal Chowk, with participants expressing solidarity and paying tribute to security forces for dismantling terrorist infrastructure.
Michael Rubin stated that Pakistan hastily sought a ceasefire after India effectively countered its missile and drone attacks. He highlighted India's precise strikes on terror infrastructure within Pakistan and PoK, which successfully neutralized Pakistan's retaliatory efforts. Rubin emphasized that India's diplomatic victory lies in shifting global focus onto Pakistan's support for terrorism, exposing the deep ties between the Pakistani military and terrorist organizations.
Prime Minister Modi, addressing the GLEX 2025, emphasized India's collaborative approach to space exploration, envisioning a future where its astronauts leave lunar footprints by 2040. He highlighted the upcoming Gaganyaan mission and an Indian astronaut's imminent journey to the International Space Station.
Following the Pahalgam attack, Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti voiced concerns over large-scale detentions in J&K, fearing a message of collective punishment. Mehbooba highlighted that thousands of civilians have been taken into custody, with over 3,000 arrests and nearly 100 PSA detentions reported, urging a review of this approach to avoid deepening the trust deficit.
In a tragic incident near the Line of Control in Kupwara, an Army vehicle accident resulted in the death of two soldiers and injuries to two others. The vehicle plunged into a deep gorge after the driver lost control. This unfortunate event follows a similar accident in Ramban just two days prior, where three Army personnel lost their lives.
Right to Food activists are worried about the low coverage of India's maternity benefit scheme, PMMVY, which only reaches about 20% of births annually despite a legal entitlement of Rs 6,000 for all pregnant women under the NFSA, 2013. The scheme's budget has stagnated, and stringent conditions exclude many women, leading to significantly lower benefit amounts and coverage compared to states like Tamil Nadu and Odisha.
Following concerns about security after the Pahalgam attack, Ladakh officials assure tourists that the region is safe for travel, urging them to disregard misinformation. LAHDC Leh is committed to promoting tourism and ensuring visitor well-being. Efforts are underway to expedite the reopening of the Leh-Manali road, addressing a key request from tour operators.
J&K CM Omar Abdullah met PM Modi, conveying the deep grief and outrage of the people following the Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed 26, mostly tourists. The attack was a central focus, with the National Conference highlighting the unprecedented unity shown by Kashmiris in condemning the violence.
Bihar is set to host the Khelo India Youth Games for the first time from May 4-15, 2025, across five cities. Prime Minister Modi will virtually inaugurate the event, with fencing receiving special attention. Young athletes are intensively training, especially in Motihari, to represent Bihar in 27 sporting disciplines, with fencing competitions scheduled in Rajgir.
In a significant achievement, the world's largest nuclear fusion project, ITER, has completed its main magnet system, with India playing a crucial role. This system will power the Tokamak reactor, aiming to replicate the sun's energy production for a safe, carbon-free power source. India contributed vital infrastructure, including cryostat cooling systems and heating technologies.