The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has formally taken over the probe into the recent Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 civilians dead. Teams from the federal agency, already present at the scene, have intensified efforts to gather evidence and record eyewitness accounts. As part of the expanding investigation, NIA officials have visited victims’ families across Odisha and West Bengal to collect crucial testimonies that may shed light on the planning and execution of one of Kashmir’s deadliest attacks in recent years.
Tensions between India and Pakistan have reached a boiling point as Pakistan’s Minister Hanif Abbasi issued a direct nuclear threat following India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. Abbasi warned that Pakistan’s 130 nuclear warheads and missile systems are "not for display" and are aimed squarely at India. The warning comes amid a series of retaliatory actions between the two nations, sparked by a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam.
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Union Jal Shakti Minister C R Paatil announced that the Indian government is working on a strategy to stop the flow of Indus waters into Pakistan. The decision comes after a high-level meeting chaired by Home Minister Amit Shah, and reflects India’s strong stance against cross-border terrorism.
Pakistan has suspended the 1972 Simla Agreement in response to India’s reaction to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack. The historic accord, signed after the 1971 India-Pakistan war, was a cornerstone of bilateral peace efforts. It established the Line of Control and committed both nations to resolving disputes through peaceful, bilateral dialogue. The suspension marks a significant escalation in regional tensions.
Following the deadly April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam that killed 26 people, Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar ignited controversy by referring to the attackers as “freedom fighters.” India responded by suspending the Indus Waters Treaty and cancelling all Pakistani visas. Islamabad has termed India’s move as an “act of war,” warning of severe retaliation.
MS Dhoni has officially secured the trademark rights to the title ‘Captain Cool’ after a two-year legal battle. The court ruled in his favor, recognizing the phrase as uniquely associated with Dhoni’s persona. The trademark covers sports training and coaching services, hinting at a possible revival of his cricket academy plans.
A 21-year-old woman, Shraddha Das, suffered severe burn injuries in an acid attack allegedly carried out by her former friend, Ishita Sahu, in Jabalpur’s Awadhpuri Colony. The incident occurred late Sunday night after Ishita lured Shraddha outside her home under the pretext of a surprise. Police have arrested Ishita, while her parents are absconding. The motive is suspected to be jealousy and personal resentment.
The BJP on Monday strongly criticised RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav for his remarks against the amended Waqf Act, accusing the INDIA bloc of hiding religious appeasement behind a facade of socialism. BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi alleged that the opposition wants to turn the Constitution into a “Sharia script” and claimed their rallying cry of “Save the Constitution” is a cover for pushing “namazwaad”. He also defended the Election Commission’s voter roll revision in Bihar, calling the opposition’s objections a “defeatist mindset” ahead of the upcoming assembly polls.
Telangana BJP MLA T Raja Singh has resigned from the party, expressing strong disappointment over the reported appointment of N Ramchander Rao as the state BJP president. In a letter to current state chief G Kishan Reddy, Singh said the decision has disheartened lakhs of party workers. While stepping away from the party, the Goshamahal MLA reaffirmed his commitment to the Hindutva ideology and vowed to continue supporting the Hindu community.