Reliance Industries retracted its trademark application for 'Operation Sindoor', filed mistakenly by a junior. Jio Studios stresses respect for India's valor.

Reliance Withdraws Operation Sindoor Trademark Filing

Reliance Industries Ltd retracts 'Operation Sindoor' trademark, mistakenly filed by a junior staff. Jio Studios confirms respect for national sentiments.

Reliance Industries retracted its 'Operation Sindoor' trademark application, filed mistakenly by a junior. Jio Studios clarified the unintentional submission, emphasizing respect for India's valor.

Reliance Industries Ltd has withdrawn its trademark application for the term 'Operation Sindoor'&mdash;the' codename for India's military strikes in Pakistan - stating that it was inadvertently filed by a junior employee without authorisation.
In a statement, Reliance said it has no intention of "trademarking Operation Sindoor, a phrase that is now a part of the national consciousness as an evocative symbol of Indian bravery."
"Jio Studios, a unit of Reliance Industries, has withdrawn its trademark application, which was filed inadvertently by a junior person without authorisation," it said.
Earlier, four applications, including one by Reliance, were filed with the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs &amp; Trade Marks on Wednesday, seeking to use the phrase for entertainment-related services like audio and video content.
All four applicants filed between 10.42 am and 6.27 pm on May 7 for registration under Class 41 of the Nice Classification, which includes education and training services, film and media production, live performances and events, digital content delivery and publishing, and cultural and sporting activities.
This category is often used by OTT platforms, production houses, broadcasters, and event companies, suggesting that 'Operation Sindoor' could have become a film title, web series, or documentary brand.
Reliance filed the application for entertainment, publishing, and language training, according to the scope of application claimed by the applicants shown on the Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks.
The Mukesh Ambani-run firm was the first to apply for a patent on Wednesday and was followed by three more - a Mumbai resident, a retired Indian Air Force officer, and a Delhi-based lawyer.
"Reliance Industries and all its stakeholders are incredibly proud of Operation Sindoor, which came about in response to a Pakistan-sponsored terrorist attack in Pahalgam," the statement said.
"Operation Sindoor is the proud achievement of our brave Armed Forces in India's uncompromising fight against the evil of terrorism." Reliance, it said, stands fully in support of the government and Armed Forces in this fight against terrorism. "Our commitment to the motto of 'India First' remains unwavering."

In a strong retaliatory move following Operation Sindoor, India neutralised over 100 terrorists and key air defence systems in Pakistan after thwarting drone and missile attacks on multiple Indian military sites.

India foils Pakistan military's attempts to engage targets in North, West India

In a strong retaliatory move following Operation Sindoor, India neutralised over 100 terrorists and key air defence systems in Pakistan after thwarting drone and missile attacks on multiple Indian military sites.

Indian Armed forces foiled attempts by the Pakistani military to engage a number of military targets in Northern and Western India using drones and missiles last night and destroyed a Pakistani air defence system in Lahore, officials said on Thursday.
The Pakistani military attempted to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj, they said.
These were neutralised by the Integrated Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (Grid and Air Defence systems), the defence ministry said.
"The debris of these attacks is now being recovered from a number of locations that prove the Pakistani attacks," it said.
"Today morning Indian armed forces targeted air defence radars and systems at a number of locations in Pakistan. Indian response has been in the same domain with the same intensity as Pakistan," the ministry said in a readout.
"It has been reliably learnt that an air defence system at Lahore has been neutralised," it said.
The ministry said Pakistan has increased the intensity of its unprovoked firing across the Line of Control using mortars and heavy calibre artillery in areas in Kupwara, Baramulla, Uri, Poonch, Mendhar and Rajouri sectors in Jammu and Kashmir.
"Sixteen innocent lives have been lost, including three women and five children, due to Pakistani firing," the ministry said.
Here too, India was compelled to respond to bring mortar and artillery fire from Pakistan to a halt, it said.
"Indian Armed Forces reiterate their commitment to non-escalation, provided it is respected by the Pakistani military," the ministry said.&nbsp;

The Punjab Government announces a 33% job reservation for women, promoting gender equality and empowerment in public administration.

Big Push for Job Equality of Women in Punjab

Punjab introduces a landmark 33% reservation for women in government jobs, driving gender equality and empowerment within the state's administrative framework.

Punjab's new policy reserves 33% of government jobs for women, enhancing gender equality in public administration.

In a significant step towards women empowerment and promoting gender equality, the Government of Punjab has framed and implemented The Punjab Civil Services (Reservation of Posts for Women) Rules. Under these progressive rules, 33% reservation has been provisioned for women candidates across all categories for appointments to Group A, B, C and D posts in Government departments, as well as in Boards and Corporations operating within the State of Punjab.
Dr. Baljit Kaur, Minister of Social Security, Women and Child Development, Punjab, while expressing her gratitude towards Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for this visionary decision, stated that this landmark initiative is a testament to the Punjab Government&rsquo;s unwavering commitment to fostering a gender-neutral, inclusive and equitable society. The reservation policy is designed to ensure greater participation of women in public administration and decision-making roles, thereby strengthening the social and administrative fabric of the state.
She said that the Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has made it a top priority to provide more opportunities for women in government services. This major decision not only ensures fair representation for women but also reflects the government&rsquo;s clear vision of building a progressive and vibrant &lsquo;Rangla Punjab&rsquo;. Dr. Baljit Kaur emphasized that empowering women in governance is a vital step toward achieving holistic growth and a prosperous future for the state.
She further added that with this proactive measure, the Punjab Government reiterates its resolve to provide equal opportunities and fair representation to women in governance and public services, paving the way for a more balanced and progressive administrative framework.

Punjab deploys 200 Kisan Mitras to shift farmers from paddy to maize, focusing on sustainable practices and quality agricultural inputs.

Maize Revolution in Punjab with 200 Kisan Mitras

In Punjab, 200 Kisan Mitras are mobilizing to help farmers transition to maize cultivation, highlighting sustainable practices and quality inputs.

Punjab's government is deploying 200 Kisan Mitras to encourage farmers to switch from paddy to maize, targeting three lakh acres. Key districts will see extensive outreach, emphasizing DSR techniques and quality agricultural inputs.

To further give impetus to crop diversification in the state, Punjab Government is all set to appoint 200 Kisan Mitras (Friends of the Farmer) to encourage farmers to shift from paddy to kharif maize, with a target to cover three lakh acres under maize this season, announced S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister, Punjab.
S. Khudian, along with the department&rsquo;s Administrative Secretary Dr. Basant Garg, reviewed the preparedness for the kharif sowing season at Kisan Bhawan. He directed the Chief Agriculture Officers (CAOs) to lay a special focus on Gurdaspur, Pathankot, Sangrur, Kapurthala, Patiala, Jalandhar and Bathinda districts for bringing maximum area under kharif maize by launching a massive outreach campaign in the state.
To promote sustainable agriculture practices, the Agriculture Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian directed Chief Agriculture Officers to promote the Direct Sowing of Rice (DSR) technique among farmers to conserve underground water. He also stressed the need to intensify quality control measures to ensure farmers have access to high-quality agricultural inputs, enabling them to optimise crop yield.
Dr. Basant Garg, Administrative Secretary, apprised the Agriculture Minister that the department has set ambitious targets for quality control, aiming to collect 4,550 pesticide samples, 6,100 seed samples, and 5,200 fertiliser samples during the current fiscal year. This proactive approach underscores the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led government's commitment to ensuring farmers' access to authentic and quality agricultural inputs.
Director Agriculture Jaswant Singh and other senior officials of the department were also present in the meeting.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hands over appointment letters to 550 new teachers in UP, highlights transparency in recruitment and government’s efforts to strengthen secondary education.

Yogi Adityanath distributes appointment letters to 550 newly recruited teachers in Uttar Pradesh

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hands over appointment letters to 550 new teachers in UP, highlights transparency in recruitment and government&rsquo;s efforts to strengthen secondary education.

In a major push for educational reform and employment, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday handed out appointment letters to 550 newly recruited teachers in government secondary schools.&nbsp;
The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen the state's education system and deliver on the promise of fair job opportunities.
Addressing the newly appointed Assistant Teachers (LT Grade) and Lecturers, CM Adityanath praised the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) for conducting a clean and merit-based recruitment process. &ldquo;You must have seen how none of you had to use any external help in the entire selection process of the UP Public Service Commission,&rdquo; he said.
The Chief Minister further highlighted the government's commitment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi&rsquo;s employment mission. &ldquo;To achieve PM's Mission Rojgar's goal, our state government distributed 8 lakh appointment letters today through a fair and transparent selection process,&rdquo; he added.
CM Yogi also pointed out that the state government has made close to 40,000 appointments in the secondary education sector, including 32,000 posts in government-aided institutions. Over the past few months alone, more than 8,000 secondary teachers have been recruited.
Reflecting on past challenges, Adityanath said the state&rsquo;s education system had long suffered from corruption and negligence. &ldquo;There was a time when secondary education was struggling to survive. Before 2017, secondary and basic education had become infamous due to cheating, and there was hardly any hope left for improvement,&rdquo; he said.
He attributed the recent improvements in school infrastructure and learning conditions to initiatives like Operation Kayakalp. He also recounted earlier malpractices in examinations, where impersonators from outside Uttar Pradesh appeared in recruitment tests. That, he said, has changed with stricter monitoring.
&ldquo;Today, Uttar Pradesh is a new Uttar Pradesh. Today, there is no identity crisis for the youth of UP, and the state is developing in every field, creating a new image,&rdquo; he remarked.
Encouraging the newly appointed educators to uphold the values of integrity and excellence, the Chief Minister said, &ldquo;Since you have been selected through a fair and transparent process, the government also expects that you will make similar contributions to raise the level of secondary education in the state.&rdquo;
He concluded by reminding teachers of their critical role in guiding students toward their dreams. &ldquo;Every student has a goal, and achieving that goal is a moment of great joy, and it is the responsibility of educators to guide them with dedication and honesty,&rdquo; he said.

Following Operation Sindoor, Reliance leads a trademark rush. Four entities vie for the lucrative name linked to the Indian military mission, eyeing media opportunities.

Reliance in Trademark Battle for Operation Sindoor

Reliance Industries and others rush to trademark 'Operation Sindoor' after its military use, aiming for media projects due to its cultural resonance.

Four entities, including Reliance Industries, rush to trademark 'Operation Sindoor' following its military use. The name resonates culturally, spurring interest for media projects.

In a swift move following the Indian military&rsquo;s announcement of "Operation Sindoor," a cross-border mission, Reliance Industries Limited has initiated steps to trademark the evocative name, according to a report by Bar and Bench on Thursday. This filing marked the first among four entities eager to capitalize on the emotionally charged and potentially lucrative name.
On May 7, 2025, between 10:42 am and 6:27 pm, four trademark applications were submitted under Class 41 of the Nice Classification, which pertains to education, entertainment, media, and cultural services. Besides Reliance, the applicants include Mumbai resident Mukesh Chetram Agrawal, retired Indian Air Force officer Group Captain Kamal Singh Oberh, and Delhi-based lawyer Alok Kothari, as highlighted by Live Law. Each applicant indicated their intention to use "Operation Sindoor" for upcoming media or entertainment ventures.
"Operation Sindoor" has swiftly captured nationwide attention, with "sindoor," symbolizing sacrifice and valor, resonating deeply with cultural sentiments. The military operation&rsquo;s name has thus become a sought-after asset for potential films, OTT series, or patriotic programming.
In India, names of military operations are not automatically guarded as intellectual property. The Ministry of Defence typically neither registers nor restricts commercial usage of such names, leaving them open to trademark filings. Although the Trade Marks Act, 1999 empowers the registry to reject trademarks deemed misleading, deceptive, or offensive, there is no inherent prohibition against registering names like "Operation Sindoor" unless challenged legally.
Trademark rights in India are not granted merely on a first-come, first-served basis, as the registrar considers factors like intent to use, public confusion risks, distinctiveness, and opposition claims. In instances where multiple similar applications are lodged in quick succession, examination may be delayed, and disputes can be settled through formal opposition or coexistence agreements.

Major Gen. Vinayak Saini was sworn in as the new Chairman of PPSC by Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann pledging support. The ceremony was attended by several distinguished dignitaries.

Major General Saini Becomes PPSC Chairman

Major Gen. Vinayak Saini was sworn in as PPSC Chairman by Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria. The event, supported by CM Bhagwant Mann, highlighted transparency and expertise in public service selection.

Major Gen. Vinayak Saini took oath as PPSC Chairman in a ceremony attended by Punjab's Governor and Chief Minister. Saini brings military experience to the role, highlighting commitment to transparent recruitment.

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Wednesday administered the oath of office to the newly appointed Chairman Major General (Retired) Vinayak Saini in the presence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.
Chief Secretary KAP Sinha conducted the proceedings of the swearing-in ceremony at the Punjab Raj Bhawan here.
Congratulating the new PPSC Chief, Bhagwant Singh Mann assured full support and cooperation to PPSC for the selection of deserving candidates for various posts in a transparent manner.
Commissioned in the Corps of Engineers in December 1987, Major General (Retired) Saini belongs to Hoshiarpur and lives in Mohali. He retired from the Indian Army in October last year.
Cabinet Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Principal Secretary to Governor VP Singh, Principal Secretary to CM Ravi Bhagat, and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Cabinet Minister Mr. Mohinder Bhagat said the entire nation is proud of the Indian Army’s brave action.

Nation Salutes the Valour of army says Bhagat

Cabinet Minister Mr. Mohinder Bhagat said the entire nation is proud of the Indian Army&rsquo;s brave action.

On April 22, 2025, a cowardly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu &amp; Kashmir, caused the death of 26 Indian civilians. In a strong retaliation to this heinous act, the Indian Army carried out a successful airstrike during the midnight of May 6-7, targeting nine terrorist hideouts located in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
Reacting to this, Cabinet Minister Mr. Mohinder Bhagat said the entire nation is proud of the Indian Army&rsquo;s brave action. He stated that the way the Army conducted this operation with strategy, precision and indomitable courage is a matter of pride for every Indian. The whole nation stands united with the armed forces.
The Minister said that Punjab has always played a leading role in safeguarding the unity and integrity of the nation. He further added that since our state shares a border with Pakistan, it is important for us to remain more alert and vigilant.
Mr. Bhagat said that the enemy nation, shaken by &lsquo;Operation Sindoor&rsquo;, may resort to any kind of nefarious conspiracy. Therefore, we must be fully prepared to face every situation. He has instructed all concerned officials to stay alert and take immediate action against any suspicious activity.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami mourned the Uttarkashi helicopter crash victims, confirmed SDRF rescue operations, and ordered an official investigation.

Uttarkashi helicopter crash: CM Dhami expresses grief, orders probe

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami mourned the Uttarkashi helicopter crash victims, confirmed SDRF rescue operations, and ordered an official investigation.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed deep sorrow over the helicopter crash that occurred in Uttarkashi on Thursday morning.&nbsp;
Taking to his official &lsquo;X&rsquo; handle, CM Dhami conveyed his condolences to the victims and their families. He confirmed that teams from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and district administration had promptly reached the crash site for relief and rescue operations.
&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="hi" dir="ltr"&gt;उत्तरकाशी के गंगनानी के समीप हेलीकॉप्टर क्रैश में कुछ लोगों के हताहत होने का अत्यंत दुःखद समाचार प्राप्त हुआ है। राहत एवं बचाव कार्य के लिए SDRF और जिला प्रशासन की टीमें तत्काल घटनास्थल पर पहुंच गई हैं। &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;ईश्वर हादसे में दिवंगत हुए लोगों की आत्मा को श्रीचरणों में स्थान एवं&hellip;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/pushkardhami/status/1920335051717292196?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;May 8, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;
&ldquo;Very sad news has been received about some casualties in a helicopter crash near Gangani in Uttarkashi. SDRF and district administration teams have immediately reached the spot for relief and rescue work. May God grant peace to the souls of those who died in the accident and give strength to the bereaved families to bear this immense sorrow. I have instructed the administration to provide all possible help to the injured and investigate the accident. I am constantly in touch with the officials in this regard and every situation is being monitored,&rdquo; CM Dhami posted on X.
The tragic incident took place near Ganganani in the border district of Uttarkashi and involved a helicopter carrying six passengers and its captain. Five people reportedly lost their lives while several others were injured in the crash. Visuals from the site revealed the wreckage of the chopper&rsquo;s interior.
Garhwal Divisional Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said that rescue and relief teams were immediately dispatched after receiving information about the crash. These teams were involved in assisting the injured and carrying out rescue operations. The cause of the accident is yet to be established.
The crash occurred amid the ongoing Chardham Yatra, which began on April 31. The portals of Kedarnath Dham were opened on May 2, followed by Badrinath temple on May 4.

Odisha announces plans for disaster-resistant roads, enhanced public transport, and improved healthcare, focusing on resilience and connectivity.

Odisha Boosts Infrastructure and Healthcare

Odisha's new initiatives include disaster-resilient roads, better public transport, and healthcare enhancement, ensuring a connected future for its citizens.

Odisha unveils plans for resilient roads, improved public transport, and enhanced healthcare, driving a future of connectivity and well-being.

The Odisha government has decided to launch a new scheme to build disaster-resilient roads of 500 km with an outlay of Rs 1,000 crore, an official said.
The state cabinet, headed by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, approved eight proposals, including the above scheme, during its meeting held on Wednesday evening.
The main objective of the scheme is to build resilient road infrastructure to ensure minimal disruption in connectivity during and after disasters, enabling unhindered access to emergency operational services in disaster-affected areas of the state, said Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja.
These roads will be durable enough to withstand damage due to disasters with minimum maintenance. The roads will serve as a lifeline in disaster-prone areas, he said.
Ahuja said the scheme will be implemented over a period of five years from financial year 2025-26 to 2029-30, with an outlay of Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 200 crore each year).
The cabinet also gave its nod to another new scheme, 'Constituency-wise Allocation' (CWA) in Odisha.
The objective of this scheme is to construct/improve rural development (RD) roads under 142 assembly constituencies in the state, he said.
The scheme will be implemented over a period of three years, from the 2024-25 fiscal year to the 2026-27 fiscal year, with an outlay of Rs 426 crore.
The state cabinet has approved the scheme named as 'Mukhyamantri Bus Seva' (MBS) to provide safe, reliable, affordable, and efficient public transport bus connectivity to all strategic places of the state.
The government will provide 50 per cent concession in ticket fares in both non-AC and AC bus services for women, transgender, students, persons with disability (PwDs) and senior citizens, he said, adding, a total of Rs 3,278 crore has been allocated for the scheme for three years.
This bus service would connect with all important business centres, educational and medical hubs and other places of public interest within and outside the state, the chief secretary said.
The cabinet has also approved the proposal to continue the 'Nirmal: Strengthening ancillary services at public health facilities' scheme for a period of five years, with an estimated budget of Rs 5,174.79 crore.
The scheme aims to provide better ambience and quality care to patients at public health facilities across the state, Ahuja said.
Another proposal of the Health department to continue the NIDAAN, free diagnostic and dialysis services scheme, has also been approved by the government.
A total of Rs 2,459.51 crore has been allocated for the scheme for five years to enhance free diagnostic and dialysis services at public health facilities across the state, he added.
It was decided in the cabinet meeting to bear the cost of Rs 2,021.87 crore from the state budget for management of biomedical waste of public healthcare facilities, Ahuja said.
The government has created 113 new posts in the Odisha Veterinary Technical Service cadre. With this, the cadre strength has been enhanced to 4,158, officials said.

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The Mamata Banerjee government ministry will be expanded on Monday.24 cabinet ministers, 10 ministers of state with independent charge and another 9 ministers of state will be inducted in to the candidate.&nbsp;
The 24-member cabinet includes some old names like former ministers Subrata Mukherjee,&nbsp;Partha Chatterjee.&nbsp;Some new faces that include long-time MLA Bamkim Chandra Hazra, Madhyamgram MLA Rathin Ghosh, and newly-elected MLAs like Pulok Roy and Biplab Mitra.
The most surprising name is of perhaps former Finance Minister Amit Mitra, who had not contested this election due to ill-health.

Mamata ministry to have 43 ministers, Amit Mitra also included

The Mamata Banerjee government ministry will be expanded on Monday. 24 cabinet ministers, 10 ministers of state with independent charge and another 9 ministers of state will be inducted in to the candidate.&nbsp;
The 24-member cabinet includes some old names like former ministers Subrata Mukherjee,&nbsp;Partha Chatterjee.&nbsp; Some new faces that include long-time MLA Bamkim Chandra Hazra, Madhyamgram MLA Rathin Ghosh, and newly-elected MLAs like Pulok Roy and Biplab Mitra.
The most surprising name is of perhaps former Finance Minister Amit Mitra, who had not contested this election due to ill-health.

The Delhi court has postponed the National Herald money laundering hearing to May 21-22, involving Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. Notices were served, but Sam Pitroda's notice led to delays.

National Herald Case Adjourned to May Dates

A Delhi court has rescheduled the National Herald money laundering case hearing involving Sonia and Rahul Gandhi to May 21-22. This move comes after delays in serving notices, notably to Sam Pitroda. The case alleges a major fraudulent property acquisition.

The Delhi court has delayed the National Herald money laundering case involving Sonia and Rahul Gandhi to May 21 and 22. This decision follows the delayed notice to Sam Pitroda.

A Delhi court on Thursday deferred the hearing in the National Herald money laundering case involving Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi to May 21 and 22.
Special judge Vishal Gogne, after hearing the submissions of the Enforcement Directorate, noted that notices had been served upon all proposed accused persons in terms of its previous order.
The judge, however, said, "Since the notice has purportedly been served upon an alternative email ID upon the proposed accused 4 (Sam Pitroda) only today, it is appropriate that submissions on the aspect of cognisance are heard on the next date of hearing." The judge posted the hearings on May 21 and 22.
"Subramanian Swamy, who is the complainant in the proceedings relating to the predicate offence, has mentioned his presence and submitted that an application for being supplied with a copy of the present complaint and documents shall be moved by him in due course," the court added.
On May 2, the court issued notices to the Gandhis.
It also issued notice to Congress leader Pitroda and Suman Dubey, and "Young Indian", Dotex Merchandise Pvt Ltd and Sunil Bhandari.
The judge said that their "right to be heard" was available at the time of cognisance of the chargesheet.
"Right to be heard at any stage breathes life into fair trial," the judge had previously said.
The chargesheet in the matter was filed under Sections 3 (money laundering) and 4 (punishment for money laundering) of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).
The ED, which filed its chargesheet recently, began its probe in 2021 after a magistrate court took cognisance of a private complaint filed by Swamy on June 26, 2014.
The complaint, the ED said, highlighted a "criminal conspiracy" by several prominent political figures, including the first family of the Congress party led by Sonia, her MP son Rahul, late Congress leaders Motilal Vora and Oscar Fernandes aside from Dubey, Pitroda and a private company Young Indian for their alleged involvement in money laundering in relation to the fraudulent takeover of properties valued over Rs 2,000 crore belonging to the Associated Journals Limited.
The Gandhis are majority shareholders of Young Indian, with 38 per cent shares held by each one of them. They were questioned for hours by the ED in this case a few years ago.

India's S-400 defense systems intercepted Pakistani missiles. HARPY drones neutralized radars, escalating tensions.

India-Pakistan Tensions: S-400, Drones Used

Recent military actions see India's S-400 systems intercept Pakistani missiles and HARPY drones disable Pakistani radars, escalating regional tensions.

India's S-400 systems intercepted Pakistani missiles, while HARPY drones neutralized Pakistani radars. Tensions surge as India counters cross-border threats.

Tensions Rise as S-400 Systems and HARPY Drones Used in India-Pakistan Exchange
In a significant escalation of hostilities, India's Russian-made S-400 defense systems successfully intercepted 15 missiles fired by Pakistan targeting Indian cities late last night and into the early hours of the morning, according to sources familiar with the situation. This high-stakes defense initiative was followed by the deployment of Israeli-manufactured HARPY drones, which were utilized to incapacitate Pakistani air defense radars, including strategic installations near Lahore.
Sources from the news agency ANI disclosed that the Indian Air Force engaged the S-400 missile systems to neutralize 'moving targets' that were headed towards Indian jurisdiction. These targets were effectively eliminated, ensuring no damage to Indian cities.
In a calculated countermeasure, India employed HARPY drones to disable Pakistan's air defense infrastructure. This deployment comes amidst reports of Pakistani forces allegedly targeting military installations across 15 northern and western Indian cities, spanning areas such as Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Gujarat.
Government officials have stated that the missile attacks were part of a broader Pakistani effort to strike at Indian military capabilities. However, Indian defenses thwarted these attempts, subsequently disabling Pakistani air defense systems in retaliation.
Authorities are now collecting debris from the downed drones and missiles. This material is expected to support India's longstanding claims that Pakistan is directly involved in fostering cross-border terrorism, providing both financial backing and military training to extremist elements.
The recent surge in conflict follows closely on the heels of Operation Sindoor, India's robust military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed the lives of 26 individuals, predominantly civilians. In this operation, Indian forces targeted nine terror bases located in Pakistan and Pakistani-administered Kashmir, reportedly neutralizing over 100 militants.&nbsp;
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh briefed opposition leaders on these developments, highlighting the strategic destruction of terror infrastructure.
HARPY Drones
HARPY drones, designed primarily for attacking radar systems, play a crucial role in Suppression of Enemy Air Defenses (SEAD). With a high-explosive payload, these drones can autonomously detect and destroy radiation-emitting targets, striking from diverse angles using both shallow and steep dive profiles. These assets are capable of conducting deep-strike missions, operating day and night for durations extending to nine hours.
S-400 Missile Defense System
The S-400, referred to by India as 'Sudharshan Chakra,' is capable of tracking incoming missiles from distances of up to 600 kilometers and intercepting them within a 400-kilometer range. An Indo-Russian agreement, valued at Rs 35,000 crore, secured five S-400 squadrons for India. Three of these squadrons have been delivered and are currently operational along the Pakistani and Chinese borders. However, the delivery of the remaining two squadrons has experienced delays due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as noted by sources last year.
This exchange marks a new phase of heightened military readiness between the two neighboring nations, underscoring persistent regional tensions.

Karnataka enhances security measures amid India-Pakistan tensions, deploying trained forces to safeguard key state installations.

Karnataka Security: Tensions Response

In response to India-Pakistan tensions, Karnataka deploys trained forces to secure vital installations, ensuring heightened state security.

Karnataka ramps up security at vital installations post-Operation Sindoor, deploying special forces amid India-Pakistan tensions.

The Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Thursday said well-trained special forces are deployed to safeguard major installations in the state in the wake of rising tensions between India and Pakistan in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor.
He said superintendents of police (SPs) in all districts have been sensitised, and they were given strict instructions on taking necessary precautionary measures.
Speaking to reporters here, Parameshwara said, "We have some special forces like Karnataka State Industrial Security Force. We deploy them for safeguarding major installations like in Raichur (thermal power station), Kaiga (nuclear power plant), and Krishna Raja Sagara Dam. They are all well trained and have received commando training." In response to a question whether the state has enough personnel in such forces, he said, "The available force was deployed. There is a requirement from them for additional strength. If we start requirement, it will take a year for training and other things; that process will go on continuously." An advisory from the union government asked us to conduct mock drills at three places they mentioned and they have given a format for the drills too, Parameshwara said adding that they conducted a drill accordingly in Bengaluru on Wednesday.
"It will be held in various other places today, tomorrow and day after. The Centre has selected Karwar and Raichur to conduct the drills in addition to Bengaluru. We have included Mysuru in the list based on intelligent inputs and other reasons,"

India demonstrates unity across political lines in support of Operation Sindoor, targeting terrorists in Pakistan and PoK, emphasizing strong defense commitments.

India Unites in Operation Sindoor Support

India stands united against terrorism, supporting Operation Sindoor's success in Pakistan and PoK. All-party consensus highlights national commitment.

India shows solidarity with its military amidst Operation Sindoor against terrorists in Pakistan and PoK, uniting political factions in support.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told an all-party meeting on Thursday that at least 100 hardcore terrorists and their associates were killed in Indian strikes on terror sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under the ongoing Operation Sindoor, sources said.
The meeting saw opposition parties backing the government in the military action and hailing the armed forces, as leaders across the political spectrum projected a united front amid heightened tensions between the two neighbouring countries.
Chairing the meeting, Singh, in his briefing and then responding to points raised by the leaders of different parties, said India does not want escalation but will give a befitting reply to Pakistan if attacked, the sources added.
"In the moment of crisis, we are with the government," Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge told reporters after the meeting, a view reiterated by his party colleague and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and echoed by several other opposition leaders.
Singh noted that it is a emerging and evolving situation, declining to get into the details of the continuing Indian operation.
Kharge said, "The defence minister said this is a sensitive time and in the interest of the country, detailed questions are not to be asked as they pertain to defence secrets." The Congress chief, though, conveyed his disappointment over Prime Minister Narendra Modi not attending the all-party meeting.
A number of opposition leaders, the sources said, referred to the Pakistani claim of downing Indian fighter jets and wondered if the government needed to counter such propaganda.
Gandhi and John Brittas of the CPI(M) suggested that a special session of Parliament should be convened, saying it would send out a message of united national resolve.
Singh said at least 100 people, including hardcore terrorists and their associates, were killed in the Indian strikes. A source quoted him as saying, "It is difficult to give an exact estimate as the operation is still ongoing and we are collating the details. India will give a befitting reply if Pakistan attacks." The operation has achieved its intended objectives, the defence minister added.
Addressing reporters after the meeting, Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said, "The discussions were conducted in a constructive and serious manner given the gravity of the issue at hand. The defence minister briefed all leaders in detail about Operation Sindoor. Each leader expressed their views with responsibility and maturity, recognising the major challenge the country is currently facing." "Across party lines, political leaders said there is no place for politics in such critical times. All leaders unanimously congratulated our armed forces on the success of Operation Sindoor and assured their full support to the government, with no dissent whatsoever," he added.
The leaders shared their concerns on the issue of national security and the safety of all Indians, especially in border areas, but extended their support, Rijiju said. He quoted Singh as having said, "We do not do politics just for forming governments but also to build the nation." Leaders from all political parties, including the Congress, AIMIM, Trinamool Congress (TMC), DMK, BJD and Janata Dal (United), extended full cooperation to the government on the issue of national security.
"The raksha mantri told the meeting that it was an ongoing operation and that is why he cannot share the technical details of Operation Sindoor," Rijiju said, adding that this was the reason why armed forces officials were not present at the meeting as they were busy with the operation.
Gandhi told reporters, "There are certain things that should not be discussed. Everyone simply gave their support." The government informed the gathering that only terrorists camps and places harbouring terrorists were struck and all steps would be taken to ensure the safety of people, especially in border areas.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi said he complimented the armed forces and the government for conducting Operation Sindoor.
"I also said that we should run an international campaign against The Resistance Front (a Lashkar-e-Taiba proxy) and the UN Security Council should designate it as a terror organisation. We also need to ask the United States to designate the TRF as a foreign terrorist organisation," he said.
The sources said Owaisi also raised the issue of online abuse aimed at Himanshi Narwal, wife of naval officer Vinay Narwal, who was one of the 26 people killed by terrorists in Pahalgam on April 22. Some opposition leaders called for taking all measures to ensure communal harmony.
BJD leader Sasmit Patra said his party "wholeheartedly commends the extraordinary courage, clinical precision and gallant professionalism of our armed forces in carrying out Operation Sindoor. We salute every officer, soldier, unit involved in this mission".
"We are united against the fight on terrorism from Pakistan. This is the need of the hour. We should fight shoulder to shoulder. There should be no division between us," TMC leader Sudip Bandyopadhyay said.
Home Minister Amit Shah, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president J P Nadda attended the meeting.
The government had also convened an all-party meeting on April 24 to brief leaders on the Pahalgam attack.

Operation Sindoor by Indian forces dismantled nine terror strongholds with precision. This strong, proportionate response to the Pahalgam attack underscores India's commitment to combating terrorism and preserving national security.

Op Sindoor executed with precision, says Rajnath

Indian armed forces, in a decisive move named Operation Sindoor, dismantled nine terrorist bases in Pakistan with precision missile strikes. This strategic action is a direct response to the Pahalgam terror attack, highlighting India's unwavering stance on national security.

Indian armed forces executed Operation Sindoor, dismantling nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and PoK with precision, in retaliation for the recent terror attack in Pahalgam.

The Indian armed forces executed Operation Sindoor smashing nine terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied-Kashmir with "unimaginable" precision and a large number of terrorists were eliminated in the mission, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday.
In an address at an event, Singh congratulated the armed forces for displaying courage and valour displayed in carrying out the operation.
Operation Sindoor was carried out with minimum collateral damage and it was possible because of our "formidable" and "professionally" trained armed forces with high quality equipment.
Nine terrorist camps were destroyed and a large number of terrorists were killed in the operation, Singh said.
In retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian armed forces early Wednesday carried out the missile strikes on the terror targets including Bahawalpur, a stronghold of the Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terror group.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Wednesday that India decided to carry out the "proportionate" strikes to bring the perpetrators and planners of the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack to justice as there was "no demonstrable step" from Pakistan to act against terrorist infrastructure on territories under its control.

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