Delhi is on high alert after a Pakistani drone threat was foiled, prompting evacuations near India Gate and heightened security across the capital. Night patrols have been intensified, government leaves suspended, and key areas including metro stations, markets, and airports are under tight surveillance.
Tensions spiked along the India-Pakistan border as the Indian Armed Forces successfully intercepted a large-scale missile and drone offensive launched by Pakistan targeting military bases in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur. No casualties were reported. The Defence Ministry confirmed all threats were neutralised by air defence systems, while officials reiterated that India's actions were in direct response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, holding Pakistan responsible for escalating the situation.
The Indian Premier League 2025 faces uncertainty amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, following a suspected missile and drone attack from Pakistan that halted an ongoing match in Dharamshala. IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal stated that the situation is under review and no government directive has been issued yet. Security concerns remain high after India launched ‘Operation Sindoor’ in response to a recent terror attack.
India’s armed forces successfully intercepted and neutralised a missile-drone attack launched by Pakistan on military bases in Jammu, Pathankot, and Udhampur. The defence ministry confirmed there were no casualties or material losses. The attack follows India’s Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan. Blackouts were reported across parts of Jammu, Punjab, and Rajasthan as a precautionary measure.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a high-level review meeting on May 8 to assess national security readiness in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack and ongoing Operation Sindoor. Emphasizing inter-Ministerial coordination and heightened vigilance, the PM directed departments to ensure operational continuity, counter misinformation, and safeguard critical infrastructure amid rising tensions.
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.