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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking at Bhuj airbase, said Pakistan plans to give ₹14 crore to terrorist Masood Azhar and is trying to rebuild terror networks dismantled in Operation Sindoor. He urged the IMF to reconsider its bailout package, warning that the funds would likely be used to support terror infrastructure rather than development.
Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was in the ‘poor’ category at 297 at 9 am. The minimum temperature recorded was 26.2°C, slightly below average. The IMD forecasts thunderstorms with rain today and Saturday, with a maximum temperature of 41°C. Relative humidity was 44% at 8:30 am. AQI ratings range from ‘good’ to ‘severe.’
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is sat to visit Jammu and Kashmir this afternoon, marking his first visit to the region following the successful completion of ‘Operation Sindoor’. During the visit, Singh is expected to meet with senior Army officials and assess the current border security situation.
Paraguay Independence Day is celebrated on May 14th, marking the country’s freedom from Spanish rule in 1811. The movement was led by national heroes like José Gaspar Rodríguez de Francia, who played a key role in declaring sovereignty. Paraguay was one of the first South American nations to gain independence.
President Droupadi Murmu held a key meeting with the Chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, along with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. They briefed the President on ‘Operation Sindoor’, ans she praised bravery of the armed forces, acknowledging their role in safeguarding the nation.
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is currently meeting at PM Modi’s residence. This marks the first CCS meeting since the recent ceasefire. Key issues on the agenda include ‘Operation Sindoor’ and the border situation. A Union Cabinet meeting is also scheduled to take place following the conclusion of the CCS discussions.
The daughter and grandson of Paymium’s CEO narrowly escaped a kidnapping in Paris. Four masked men attacked the family, injuring them lightly. The woman resisted, disarmed an attacker, and passers-by intervened. The gang fled. The incident follows the January abduction of Ledger’s co-founder, whose finger was severed. Nine arrests followed.
British police arrested a 21-year-old man for suspected arson with intent to endanger life after a fire at Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s former London home. The blaze, which occurred early Monday, damaged the front door but caused no injuries. Starmer no longer lives there, having moved to the official Downing Street residence in July.
India has expressed its displeasure on the International Monetary Fund’s approval of a $1 billion loan to Pakistan. While India abstained from voting in IMF meeting, it raised concerns that the funds could be misused to support terrorism. India emphasized the need for monitoring to ensure that the aid is utilized for good purpose.
As Ukraine’s Zelensky agrees to meet Russia’s Putin in Turkey on Thursday, European leaders warn Moscow of new sanctions if it rejects an unconditional ceasefire. Trump may join the talks, while diplomatic efforts intensify. All parties, Kyiv, Moscow, Washington, and Europe, are pushing to shape the outcome of the Istanbul peace summit.
The US military spent over $21 million on 46 deportation flights from January 20 to April 8 during Trump’s second term. Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized the spending as wasteful and politically motivated. Each flight cost over $26,000 per hour. Trump’s immigration crackdown also includes troop deployments at the Mexico border.
The scheduled talks between the Director Generals of Military Operations (DGMO) of India and Pakistan have been postponed. Initially planned to begin at 12 noon today, the talks have now been rescheduled to 5 PM. The postponement has raised concerns, especially given the ongoing tension between the two nations.
The BJP will launch a campaign to highlight the achievements and objectives of Operation Sindoor amid opposition concerns. A press conference led by top leaders will outline the operation’s success. Planning took place at JP Nadda’s residence, with key ministers present. Ashwini Vaishnav also met PM Modi to align the communication strategy moving forward.
PM Modi extended greetings on Buddha Purnima, emphasizing Lord Buddha’s teachings of compassion and peace. He praised Buddha’s messages of truth, equality, and harmony, which guide humanity. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also shared his wishes, highlighting Buddha’s path of knowledge, compassion, and non-violence for global unity and peace.
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Shigatse in Tibet today, according to the China Earthquake Administration (CEA). The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km (6.2 miles). Emergency response teams have been dispatched to the affected area. No casualties have been reported so far, and authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.