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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.
At least 262 Hajj pilgrims from Hyderabad have safely reached Mecca after completing a 10-day stay in Medina. This group marks the first batch of pilgrims from the city for this year’s Hajj. Their journey was coordinated by the Hajj Committee, whose Chairman expressed gratitude to the Saudi govt for providing all facilities.
In 2024, 2.75 lakh Indians visited Turkey, while 2.5 lakh traveled to Baku, Azerbaijan, for tourism. Indian tourists have had a significant impact on the local economies of both countries. 1. Between 2022 and 2024, Indian arrivals in Azerbaijan increased by 68%, with average stays of 4 to 6 days. In Turkey, the average Indian […]
Pakistan targeted civilian areas, including a school and medical centres, in Jammu, Kashmir, and Punjab using drones, loitering munitions, and fighter jets, Indian officials said. India condemned the attacks and retaliated by targeting only confirmed military assets while avoiding civilian harm despite repeated Pakistani provocations and air intrusions.
China has once again responded to the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan. In a statement issued by its Foreign Ministry, Beijing emphasized that it is closely monitoring the situation and urged both nations to exercise restraint. China further advocated for resolving the issue through peaceful dialogue and diplomacy.
Omar Abdullah criticized the IMF for approving a $1 billion loan to Pakistan amidst rising tensions with India. He questioned how the loan would help de-escalate tensions when it essentially reimburses Pakistan for military actions in conflict zones. The loan is part of Pakistan’s $2.1 billion economic reform program under the Extended Fund Facility.
Amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions, Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, issued a blackout advisory, urging residents to switch off all lights and limit travel at night to reduce risks of air attacks. The directive follows thwarted Pakistani drone strikes on 15 Indian cities. Citizens were asked to remain indoors and comply strictly for safety and security.
BJP leader G Janardhana Reddy has been disqualified as Karnataka MLA after his conviction in the Obulapuram Mining Company illegal mining case. A special CBI court sentenced him and three others to seven years in jail. His disqualification, effective May 6, 2025, includes a six-year post-release ban unless overturned by a higher court.
The PIB Fact Check unit clarified that social media claims of an airport entry ban are fake. No such government decision has been made. However, airlines, including Akasa Air, advised passengers to arrive three hours early due to enhanced security. Flyers must carry valid photo ID, limit cabin baggage, and expect secondary security checks.
US Congressman Ro Khanna called Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir a dictator and urged Islamabad not to retaliate after India’s Operation Sindoor targeted terror camps. Stressing de-escalation, Khanna cited the April 22 Pahalgam attack. He urged Pakistan to free Imran Khan and warned that retaliation would worsen tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbours.
At a press briefing on ‘Operation Sindoor’, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said the strikes on nine terror camps in Pakistan and POK were based on “credible intel” to “break the backbone of terrorism”. Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi detailed the 25-minute tri-service offensive that reportedly eliminated over 80 terrorists.
India’s ‘Operation Sindoor’ targeted terror hubs in Muridke, Bahawalpur, Kotli, and Muzaffarabad in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. The precision strike, involving all three military branches, hit Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed bases, avoiding Pakistani military sites, and marked India’s first joint operation of its kind since 1971.
At least 7 Pakistan army jawans died this evening as their army convoy was hit by an improvised explosive device in the southwestern province of Balochistan. The Pakistan military has officially confirmed the statement. However, it occurred days after a separatist group claimed full responsibility for an attack on a prison van.
India and the United Kingdom have signed a trade deal amid growing global trade tensions following Trump’s tariff alert. The agreement was finalized after a phone conversation between PM Modi and UK PM Keir Starmer. PM Modi hailed the deal as a key milestone, emphasizing that it would strengthen the strategic partnership.
A nationwide security drill will take place tomorrow, May 7, at 259 locations, training for first-response actions like air raid sirens and blackouts. Following heightened India-Pakistan tensions after the Pahalgam terror attack, the drill involves 244 Civil Defence Districts in border states. Civil defence volunteers will play a key role.