The Indian government accused Pakistan of exploiting unsuspecting civilian aircraft flying through its airspace as shields to cover its drone activities. 

India Accuses Pakistan of Drone Shield Tactics

The Indian government accused Pakistan of exploiting unsuspecting civilian aircraft flying through its airspace as shields to cover its drone activities.&nbsp;

In a surprising development, Pakistan's airspace remained open to civilian aircraft, even as the government launched a covert operation using Turkish-made drones against Indian cities on Thursday, according to a briefing by Indian authorities.&nbsp;
The Indian government accused Pakistan of exploiting unsuspecting civilian aircraft flying through its airspace as shields to cover its drone activities. The operation involved the deployment of 300-400 Pakistani drones targeting civilian buildings, military installations, and religious sites across northern India, as stated in the briefing.
Despite the ongoing tension, flight-tracking websites revealed the presence of civilian flights in Pakistani airspace on Friday evening, in stark contrast to the grounded status within Indian airspace.&nbsp;
India's air defense network played a crucial role in intercepting and neutralizing the drone threats, effectively jamming and shooting down several of the attacking drones.
Meanwhile, heavy shelling by Pakistan in the Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir resulted in the tragic deaths of two students whose home was hit.
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri condemned Pakistan's actions during a press briefing in Delhi, highlighting the disturbing trend of targeting temples, gurdwaras, and convents.
Pakistan reportedly launched multiple Asisguard Songar armed drones, which were effectively countered by India's defensive measures. The incident underscores escalating tensions in the region, with diplomatic and military ramifications expected in the coming days.
During the press briefing of Wing Commander Vyomika Singh on #OperationSindoor, she said, "On the intervening night of 8th- 9th May 2025, #Pakistan military carried out multiple violations of Indian airspace along the entire Western Border with an intent to target military infrastructure. Pakistan military also resorted to firing of heavy caliber weapons along the LoC.
Along the international border and LoC, drone intrusions were attempted from Leh to Sir CreeK at 36 locations with approximately 300 to 400 drones. Indian armed forces brought down these drones using kinetic and non-kinetic means. The possible purpose of these large-scale aerial intrusions was to test air defence systems and gather intelligence." &lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;📡LIVE Now📡&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Press Briefing by &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/MEAIndia?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;@MEAIndia&lt;/a&gt; on &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OperationSindoor?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#OperationSindoor&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Watch on &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PIB?src=hash&amp;amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;#PIB&lt;/a&gt;&amp;#39;s 📺&lt;br&gt;➡️Facebook: &lt;a href="https://t.co/ykJcYlNrjj"&gt;https://t.co/ykJcYlNrjj&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br&gt;➡️YouTube: &lt;a href="https://t.co/RNDiVfoDIw"&gt;https://t.co/RNDiVfoDIw&lt;/a&gt;&lt;a href="https://t.co/Qtld62D3OT"&gt;https://t.co/Qtld62D3OT&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; PIB India (@PIB_India) &lt;a href="https://twitter.com/PIB_India/status/1920811994690842988?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;May 9, 2025&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt; What we know so far:
Coordinated Airspace Violations by Pakistan: On the night of 8&ndash;9 May 2025, Pakistan carried out widespread airspace violations along India&rsquo;s entire western border, aiming to strike military assets.
 Heavy Shelling at LoC: The Pakistani military simultaneously resorted to firing heavy-caliber weapons along the Line of Control, escalating military aggression.
 Unprecedented Drone Intrusions: A staggering 300&ndash;400 drones infiltrated 36 locations from Leh to Sir Creek in one of the largest aerial intrusion attempts in recent history.
 India&rsquo;s Tactical Response: Indian armed forces neutralised the drone swarms using both kinetic (physical interception) and non-kinetic (electronic warfare) methods with high precision.
 Likely Intent: Reconnaissance &amp; Air Defence Testing: The operation appeared designed to test India&rsquo;s air defence systems and collect intelligence on military preparedness.
 Pakistan&rsquo;s Civil Airspace Still Open: Despite launching unprovoked missile and drone attacks, Pakistan did not shut its civilian airspace &mdash; a reckless act during an active conflict scenario.
 Using Civilian Flights as Shields: Pakistan deliberately allowed civil airliners, including international flights, to continue flying near the Indo-Pak border, endangering innocent lives by possibly using them as cover against Indian retaliation.
 India&rsquo;s Responsible Airspace Management: Unlike Pakistan, India promptly cleared its airspace over Punjab during the high alert, avoiding any civilian risk &mdash; a testament to disciplined military protocol.

Punjab Roadways temporarily halts Hoshiarpur-Jammu bus service due to India-Pakistan tensions, prioritizing passenger safety amid escalating military tensions.

Punjab Roadways Halts Hoshiarpur-Jammu Service

Punjab Roadways stops Hoshiarpur-Jammu bus operations amid India-Pakistan tensions, ensuring passenger safety during the current volatile situation.

Punjab Roadways has suspended Hoshiarpur-Jammu bus service amid India-Pakistan tensions. Precautionary step for safety.

Punjab Roadways has suspended its bus service from Hoshiarpur to Jammu for the day due to the military conflict between India and Pakistan, an official said on Friday.
Jasvir Kotla, general manager of Punjab Roadways, Hoshiarpur, said none of the depot's buses were sent to Jammu on Friday as a precautionary step in light of the prevailing situation.
"In view of the current tense atmosphere resembling war-like conditions between India and Pakistan, no Punjab Roadways buses from Hoshiarpur have gone to Jammu today. The service has been halted temporarily as a precautionary measure," Kotla said.
He added that buses are currently operating only up to Pathankot.
This restriction applies to buses from Hoshiarpur as well as those from other depots that usually run services to Jammu.
The Hoshiarpur depot has three regular routes to Jammu, all of which have been suspended for now.

Stay tuned for live updates on rising India-Pakistan tensions, military responses, and global reactions following Operation Sindoor.

Operation Sindoor: India-Pakistan Conflict LIVE updates

Stay tuned for live updates on rising India-Pakistan tensions, military responses, and global reactions following Operation Sindoor.

UPDATE: As India continues Operation Sindoor with targeted strikes, Pakistan faces economic turmoil. A now-deleted X post pleading for loans sparked backlash before officials claimed the account was hacked...<a href="https://www.editorji.com/world-news/operation-sindoor-pakistan-pleads-for-loans-amid-indian-strikes-economic-collapse-1746767771714">Read more</a>
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 "The BCCI has decided to suspend the remainder of the ongoing IPL with immediate effect for one week," BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia stated in a press release...<a href="https://www.editorji.com/sports-news/ipl/ipl-suspended-indefinitely-amid-escalating-tensions-between-india-and-pakistan-1746773684044">Read more</a>
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 A desperate loan appeal from Pakistan&rsquo;s Economic Affairs Division, posted on its verified X account, triggered an avalanche of memes and online ridicule...<a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/meme-fest-erupts-as-pakistan-s-loan-plea-amid-border-conflict-goes-viral-1746771536277">Read more</a>
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They have started begging in just 2 days&hellip; who begs like this with an open bowl in hand?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bhikharistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Bhikharistan</a> <a href="https://t.co/4LAsgK8yd0">pic.twitter.com/4LAsgK8yd0</a>
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Pakistan government has issued a plea to international partners for financial support and assistance in de-escalating tensions...<a href="https://www.editorji.com/world-news/operation-sindoor-pakistan-pleads-for-loans-amid-indian-strikes-economic-collapse-1746767771714">Read more</a>
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 Everything you need to know about AWACS or Airborne Warning and Control System. <a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/india-allegedly-targets-pakistan-awacs:-unverified-reports-1746765622303">Click here</a> <img src="https://cdn.editorji.com/681d8c0d2cd16_1746766861.jpg" width="480" height="267"> 
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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah left for Jammu early Friday to take stock of the situation following last night's failed drone attack by Pakistan...<a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/cm-omar-abdullah-rushes-to-jammu-after-pakistan-s-failed-drone-attacks-1746765074266">Read more</a>
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Driving to Jammu now to take stock of the situation after last night&rsquo;s failed Pakistani drone attack directed at Jammu city &amp; other parts of the division. <a href="https://t.co/8f8PLA6Vgg">pic.twitter.com/8f8PLA6Vgg</a>
&mdash; Omar Abdullah (@OmarAbdullah) <a href="https://twitter.com/OmarAbdullah/status/1920641361256026619?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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 A woman was killed and two of her family members injured after Pakistani troops resorted to heavy shelling in areas near the Line of Control (LoC) in Uri sector of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Friday.
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READ FULL STORY: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/pakistani-troops-shell-areas-near-loc-woman-killed-1746765467117">Pakistani troops shell areas near LoC, woman killed</a>
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"We stand ready to work with the rest of the international community to continue playing a constructive role in easing the current tensions," says Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian.
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On India-Pakistan tension, Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian yesterday said, "We&rsquo;ve shared China&rsquo;s position yesterday on the ongoing situation between India and Pakistan. China is concerned over the current developments. India and Pakistan are and will always be each&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/ay1zuOgWzV">pic.twitter.com/ay1zuOgWzV</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1920690895289999422?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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 "An air warning has been received from Air Force station of possible attack. Sirens are being sounded. All are advised to remain indoors and away from balconies," says DC Chandigarh. &nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://cdn.editorji.com/681d81800a06f_1746764160.png" width="478" height="266">
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Air siren sounded in Chandigarh as part of a precautionary measure to remind citizens to remain alert <a href="https://t.co/IOl2RRqW0G">pic.twitter.com/IOl2RRqW0G</a>
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The government on Friday dismissed claims of a suicide attack on an Army brigade in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri and a drone attack in Punjab's Jalandhar by certain social media handles as "fake news".
The Press Information Bureau's (PIB) Fact Check Unit found that there was no "fidayeen" or suicide attack on any Army cantonment in Jammu and Kashmir, while the video claiming to be that of a drone attack in Jalandhar pertained to a farm fire.
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🚨 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Fake_news?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Fake_news</a> is circulating about a "fidayeen" attack on an Army brigade in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rajouri?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rajouri</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Jammu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Jammu</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kashmir?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kashmir</a>.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PIBFactCheck?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PIBFactCheck</a>: ▶️ No such <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/fidayeen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#fidayeen</a> or suicide attack has occurred on any army cantt. ⚠️ Do not fall for these false claims intended to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/mislead?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#mislead</a> and cause confusion. <a href="https://t.co/x8Az5tigUO">pic.twitter.com/x8Az5tigUO</a>
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READ FULL STORY: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/govt-dismisses-claims-of-suicide-attack-on-army-brigade-1746762783288">Govt dismisses claims of suicide attack on Army brigade in Rajouri as fake news</a>
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Pakistan's armed forces launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along the entire western border on the intervening night of May 8-9, which were "effectively repulsed", the Indian Army said on Friday.
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OPERATION SINDOOR Pakistan Armed Forces launched multiple attacks using drones and other munitions along entire Western Border on the intervening night of 08 and 09 May 2025. Pak troops also resorted to numerous cease fire violations (CFVs) along the Line of Control in Jammu and&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/WTdg1ahIZp">pic.twitter.com/WTdg1ahIZp</a>
&mdash; ADG PI - INDIAN ARMY (@adgpi) <a href="https://twitter.com/adgpi/status/1920667234416177654?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 9, 2025</a></blockquote>
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READ FULL STORY: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/pak-attacks-with-drones-munitions-along-western-border-effectively-repulsed-indian-army-1746761156559">Pak attacks with drones, munitions along western border effectively repulsed: Indian Army</a>
 Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, the US has said it is not going to get involved in a war that's "fundamentally none of our business".
While the US cannot control India and Pakistan, it can encourage the two nuclear-armed neighbours to de-escalate, Vice President J D Vance said in an interview with Fox News on Thursday.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAKING?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAKING</a>: US Vice President JD Vance says India-Pakistan conflict is 'fundamentally none of our business and has nothing to do with America&rsquo;s ability to control it' <a href="https://t.co/DafYgn2UNe">pic.twitter.com/DafYgn2UNe</a>
&mdash; Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdityaRajKaul/status/1920589721710780686?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 8, 2025</a></blockquote>
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In a significant drug bust, Punjab Police dismantled a smuggling ring, arresting operatives and seizing heroin.

Punjab Police Battles International Drug Cartels

Punjab Police dismantled a drug-smuggling ring, arresting key operatives and seizing 10 kg of heroin.

Punjab Police dismantled an international drug-smuggling ring, arresting two operatives and seizing 10 kg of heroin.

Amidst the ongoing anti-drug campaign &lsquo;Yudh Nashian Virudh&rsquo; launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police&rsquo;s Counter Intelligence (CI) Amritsar has busted an international narco-smuggling module being operated by foreign-based smuggler Jassa with the arrest of his two India-based operatives and recovered 10 kg heroin and Rs 1 lakh drug monet from their possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav on Thursday.&nbsp;
Those arrested have been identified as Gurpinder Singh, a resident of Indra Colony in Majitha Road, Amritsar and Sajan, a resident of Chak Mishri Khan in Amritsar. Police teams have also seized their black Hero Splendor motorcycle (PB-02-EM-2025), which was used for smuggling the contraband.
DGP Gaurav Yadav said that accused Jassa, who is an abroad-based drug and weapons smuggler, is wanted in multiple cases under the NDPS Act and Arms Act registered at Police Station SSOC Amritsar.
Pertinently, this is third module&mdash; being operated by foreign-based Jassa&mdash; has been busted by the CI Amritsar in last ten days. Earlier, an operative of Jassa identified as Abhishek was arrested with seven pistols and Rs 1.5 lakh, and few days after, police teams had recovered 5 kg heroin from the hideout of Jassa&rsquo;s absconding associate identified as Jodhbir Singh alias Jodha.
Sharing operation details, the DGP said that acting on reliable input about accused persons Gurpinder and Sajan coming in the area of Bypass, near Escort Hospital Amritsar to deliver huge consignment of heroin to some another party, police teams from CI Amritsar launched an intelligence-led operation in the area and apprehended both the accused persons, who were on their motorcycle. During their search, 10 kg heroin and Rs 1 lakh drug money was recovered, he added.
He said that preliminary investigations indicated that the both the arrested accused persons were going to deliver the drug consignment following the instructions of their foreign-based handler, Jassa. &nbsp; Further investigation is underway to uncover backward and forward linkages in this case, he said, while adding that more arrests and recoveries are likely in coming days.&nbsp;
A case FIR No. 30 dated 08.05.2025 has been registered under sections 21, 25, 27-A and 29 of the NDPS Act at Police Station State Special Operations Cell (SSOC), Amritsar.

Following a tragic school-truck collision in Patiala, the Punjab Child Rights Commission mandates safety checks and calls for accident investigation.

Punjab Child Rights Commission Acts on Patiala Crash

In response to a tragic accident in Patiala, the Punjab State Child Rights Commission is mandating strict safety and compliance measures for school transport. Comprehensive investigations ensure accountability. Preventive strategies are implemented to avert future incidents.

The Punjab Child Rights Commission acts on a fatal school-truck collision in Patiala. Safety checks and legal scrutiny are mandated.

The Punjab State Child Rights Commission has summoned reports from the Deputy Commissioner and Senior Superintendent of Police, Patiala regarding the recent road accident in Patiala.
Providing more information on this regard, Commission Chairperson Mr. Kanwarjit Singh said that the Commission has taken suo-moto notice of the case where seven students and a driver died in a horrific collision between a school vehicle and a tipper truck, with many others injured.
The Commission has written to the Deputy Commissioner Patiala directing that all possible treatment be provided to the injured children. The Regional Transport Officer has been strictly instructed to thoroughly inspect overloaded tippers/vehicles plying on roads. Besides this, the Commission has directed that the vehicles of the affected school and all schools in the district be inspected and strict action be taken against school vehicle drivers and schools if the vehicles do not meet prescribed conditions.
Likewise, the Senior Superintendent of Police, Patiala has been instructed to thoroughly investigate the tipper, driver's license, complete documentation of the tipper including valid RC, fitness certificate and compliance with government mining policy conditions regarding road usage and overloading and to take appropriate action against the tipper owner according to regulations.
The Commission has sought action reports from both the Deputy Commissioner and SSP of Patiala by May 11, 2025.

Punjab Government activates a control room to assist citizens in emergencies. Call 0172-2741803 or 0172-2749901 for help.

Emergency Helpline 

Discover Punjab Government's new control room and helplines 0172-2741803, 0172-2749901, providing essential emergency support to citizens.

Punjab Government's dedicated control room now operational with helplines 0172-2741803, 0172-2749901 for emergencies.

In view of the current situation in the country, a control room has been set up by the Punjab Government.
According to the information given by the official spokesperson, for the convenience of people, the Finance Commissioner Revenue Disaster Management Control Room has unveiled the landline phone numbers 0172-2741803 and 0172-2749901. In case of any emergency, the above numbers can be contacted.

The BSF successfully foiled a terrorist infiltration attempt on the India-Pakistan border, neutralizing seven terrorists in Samba district, Jammu. The operation involved the destruction of a Pakistan Rangers post amid heightened border tensions and security challenges.

BSF Foils Infiltration, Neutralizes Terrorists

The BSF intercepted a large terrorist group attempting to infiltrate through the India-Pakistan border in Jammu, Samba district. Seven terrorists were neutralized, and a Pakistan Rangers post was destroyed, highlighting ongoing border security challenges.

The BSF thwarted an infiltration attempt on the India-Pakistan border, neutralizing seven terrorists. The operation in the Samba district also destroyed a Pakistan Rangers post.

The Border Security Force on Friday said it has foiled an infiltration bid from across the India-Pakistan International Border in Jammu, killing at least seven terrorists and destroying a Rangers post.
The terrorists were engaged around 11 pm on Thursday in Samba district after a "big group" of terrorists was detected by the "surveillance grid".
This infiltration bid was supported by fire from Pakistan Rangers post Dhandhar, a BSF spokesperson said.
He said the troops neutralised the infiltration bid, killing "at least" seven terrorists and caused "extensive" damage to the Dhandhar post.
Officials said there could be more terrorists, who could have been neutralised.
The BSF also shared a thermal imager clip of the firing and "destruction" of a bunker of the said post where a heavy machine gun of the Rangers was mounted.
The force is on high alert in the wake of the current hostilities between the two countries following the Pahalgam terrorist attack of April 22 and India's strike on terror targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in retaliation.

World Bank President Ajay Banga visited Uttar Pradesh to discuss the state’s economic growth initiatives and explore partnerships with global institutions. 

World Bank president Ajay Banga holds talks with UP CM Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow

World Bank President Ajay Banga visited Uttar Pradesh to discuss the state&rsquo;s economic growth initiatives and explore partnerships with global institutions.&nbsp;

World Bank President Ajay Banga visited Uttar Pradesh's capital, Lucknow, on Friday for a day-long trip filled with meetings and events.&nbsp;
The visit highlighted the state's rapid economic progress under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, as it works towards its goal of becoming a USD 1 trillion economy.&nbsp;
According to a statement from the Uttar Pradesh government, the state has become synonymous with enterprise, advancement, progress, and excellent law and order, solidifying its role as "the growth engine of the country."&nbsp;
The statement also emphasized the increasing interest of global institutions in partnering with Uttar Pradesh on this journey.
During his visit, Banga traveled to Lucknow and Barabanki district, where he attended various programs and meetings. He visited the Take Home Ration (THR) plant at Chinhat Block and later went to a beekeeping center in Rajauli, Barabanki, where he interacted with women beekeepers. In the evening, Banga took part in a reserved program before heading back to Delhi.
On Thursday, Banga also met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, where infrastructure and agriculture were key topics discussed.
In a related report, the World Bank highlighted India&rsquo;s significant reduction in extreme poverty over the past decade. According to their recent Poverty &amp; Equity Brief, the percentage of people living on less than USD 2.15 per day fell dramatically from 16.2 percent in 2011-12 to 2.3 percent in 2022-23, lifting 171 million people above the poverty line.&nbsp;
This progress reflects the success of Prime Minister Modi's poverty reduction efforts. Rural extreme poverty dropped from 18.4 percent to 2.8 percent, while urban poverty fell from 10.7 percent to 1.1 percent, narrowing the rural-urban gap from 7.7 to 1.7 percentage points.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh critically reviews India's national security, following successful repulsion of Pakistani attacks. Preparedness on western border affirmed.

Review of National Security Amid Pakistan Tensions

Amid increased tensions, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviews India's national security. Indian forces effectively counter recent threats, affirming operational readiness along the western border.

Worsening tensions prompt Defence Minister Rajnath Singh to review national security. Indian forces successfully repelled recent attacks, ensuring readiness along the western border.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday carried out a comprehensive review of the national security scenario with the top military leadership, a day after Pakistan's attempts to target Indian military installations were repelled.
Every aspect of the evolving security situation was discussed in the meeting, it is learnt.
The meeting was attended by Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Air Chief Marshal A P Singh, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.
India last night neutralised Pakistan military's attempt to hit military stations in Jammu, Pathankot, Udhampur and some other locations with missiles and drones.
"Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired a high-level meeting to review the security situation along the western border and operational preparedness of the Indian armed forces," a defence ministry spokesperson said.
After the Pakistani attempts were foiled last night, the defence ministry said India remains "fully prepared to defend its sovereignty and ensure the safety of its people." Indian military officials said the Pakistani drones and missiles were effectively engaged by Indian armed forces and the attempts by the enemy were thwarted.
Pakistan's fresh attempts to target Indian military installations came less than 24 hours after a similar attempt.
On Thursday afternoon, the defence ministry said Indian armed forces foiled Pakistan's attempts to target military installations in 15 cities in the northern and western parts of the country using missiles and drones.
It said the Pakistani military attempted on Wednesday night to target Awantipura, Srinagar, Jammu, Pathankot, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Adampur, Bhatinda, Chandigarh, Nal, Phalodi, Uttarlai, and Bhuj.
Defence Minister Singh on Thursday said no limit will become an obstacle to protect India's sovereignty and the nation is fully prepared for such responses.
The Indian armed forces on early Wednesday carried out missile strikes on nine terror targets in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Pakistan under Operation Sindoor in response to the Pahalgam terror attack.

Uttarakhand hospitals have been put on high alert with doctors' leaves canceled and 12,000 beds designated in response to escalating tensions with Pakistan. 

Uttarakhand hospitals on high alert as tensions on India-Pak border escalate

Uttarakhand hospitals have been put on high alert with doctors' leaves canceled and 12,000 beds designated in response to escalating tensions with Pakistan.&nbsp;

Amid rising tensions with Pakistan, the Uttarakhand government has directed all hospitals in the state to stay on high alert.&nbsp;
Hospital staff leaves have been canceled, and authorities have been instructed to prepare for any emergency situation.&nbsp;
Following guidance from the Central Health Ministry, Uttarakhand Health Secretary R Rajesh Kumar issued a set of operational guidelines, instructing the state to reserve 12,000 beds in all hospitals and ensure that all ICUs and ventilators are fully operational.
In light of India's ongoing Operation Sindoor, which is targeting terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan, the borders of Uttarakhand adjoining Nepal and China have also been placed on high alert.&nbsp;
The skies over Dehradun were active with Indian Air Force planes flying from 1 am to 3 am, causing curiosity among local residents due to the loud noise. People in the area observed the aircraft in the skies throughout the night.
On the military front, the Indian Army successfully shot down over 50 Pakistani drones during a large-scale counter-drone operation along the Line of Control (LoC) and International Border (IB) on the night of May 8-9.
The operation was prompted by Pakistan's attempts to send multiple swarm drones into Indian territory, which were promptly neutralized by the Indian Army Air Defence units. The Army's countermeasures included a range of advanced air defence systems, such as L-70 guns, Zu-23mm, Schilka systems, and other equipment designed to target aerial threats.
Drones were reportedly intercepted in areas such as Udhampur, Samba, Jammu, Akhnoor, Nagrota, and Pathankot. The Army's swift response successfully prevented the drones from reaching their intended targets.

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Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhaduria on Saturday said the induction of the 36 Rafale jets into the IAF was on target and would get completed by 2022. Speaking to reporters at the Combined Graduation Parade, the Air Force Chief said the operationalization plan of the Rafale jets is fully operational inspite of a few minor delays due to the pandemic. &nbsp;
In 2016, India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France of procuring 36-Rafale jets at a cost Rs 59,000 crore. The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in April 2021 assuring the entire fleet of Rafale would be completed by April 2022.

All 36-Rafale jets to be inducted by April 2022: Air Force Chief says everything going as planned

Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhaduria on Saturday said the induction of the 36 Rafale jets into the IAF was on target and would get completed by 2022. Speaking to reporters at the Combined Graduation Parade, the Air Force Chief said the operationalization plan of the Rafale jets is fully operational inspite of a few minor delays due to the pandemic. &nbsp;
In 2016, India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France of procuring 36-Rafale jets at a cost Rs 59,000 crore. The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in April 2021 assuring the entire fleet of Rafale would be completed by April 2022.

Air Force chief says induction of Rafale&nbsp;jets on target
All 36-Rafale&nbsp;jets to be completely inducted by April 2022
Few delays due to Covid-19, but we are on target: Bhaduria
India-France signed deal for procuring 36-Rafale&nbsp;jets in 2016

Indian Air Force Chief RKS Bhaduria on Saturday said the induction of the 36 Rafale jets into the IAF was on target and would get completed by 2022. Speaking to reporters at the Combined Graduation Parade, the Air Force Chief said the operationalization plan of the Rafale jets is fully operational inspite of a few minor delays due to the pandemic. &nbsp;
In 2016, India signed an inter-governmental agreement with France of procuring 36-Rafale jets at a cost Rs 59,000 crore. The Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in April 2021 assuring the entire fleet of Rafale would be completed by April 2022.

Heightened security at RGIA after bomb threat email alerts authorities. Comprehensive sweeps found no threats. Investigations continue.

Heightened Security at RGIA after Bomb Threat

Hyderabad's RGIA enhances security following bomb threat email. Sweeps find no threats. Authorities are on high alert to ensure safety.

RGIA in Hyderabad increased security after a bomb threat email. Comprehensive sweeps found no threats. Investigations continue as a precaution.

The Rajiv Gandhi International (RGIA) Airport here received a bomb threat e-mail on Friday, prompting authorities to step up security.
The mail warned that there were "sleeper cells" and the "airport" would explode, following which searches were carried out and nothing suspicious was found, police said.
All precautions have been taken and security has been enhanced, they said.
"There was no specific mention (about planting bombs) and it was a general threat. We are on alert and taking extra precautions. Checking was done and so far nothing suspicious was found," he said in response to a query if they have declared the email a hoax.
A case was being registered. Further investigations were on.

In a dramatic legal twist, six accused in a murder case were acquitted by the Supreme Court of India due to unreliable witness testimonies, reversing a Karnataka High Court ruling.

Supreme Court Acquits Six in Murder Case

The Supreme Court overturned a conviction due to unreliable witnesses in a decade-old murder case, highlighting issues in prosecution and judicial challenges in India.

The Supreme Court acquitted six accused in a murder case due to unreliable witnesses, overturning a Karnataka High Court conviction.

In a significant legal development, the Supreme Court of India has acquitted six individuals accused of murder, citing a lack of credible evidence after the majority of witnesses, including the victim's son, turned hostile. Commenting on the case with "a heavy heart," the court acknowledged the unresolved nature of the crime but emphasized the absence of prosecutable evidence. A bench comprising Justices Sudhanshu Dhulia and K Vinod Chandran overturned a Karnataka High Court verdict from September 27, 2023, which had convicted the accused based on limited and questionable testimonies.
The trial court's decision to acquit the defendants was thus reinstated. Justice Chandran, in a detailed 49-page judgment, expressed regret over the trial proceedings, noting the troubling trend of witnesses retracting their statements. Out of 87 witnesses, 71 reversed their previous testimonies, undermining the prosecution's case and spotlighting flaws in the investigative process. "The integrity of the prosecution was severely compromised, as many witnesses disowned prior statements, denied knowledge of key events, or displayed ignorance about critical circumstances," the bench remarked.
Even the victim&rsquo;s young son, who allegedly witnessed his father's murder, could not identify the attackers, further complicating the case. The Supreme Court criticized the Karnataka High Court for erring in its conviction, stating it relied on assumptions based on police testimonies rather than solid legal evidence. The top court stressed the prosecution's failure to prove allegations, given the hostile stance of witnesses during the trial. "Regardless of the reasons behind their hostility, convictions cannot rest solely on investigative officers' testimonies, which are devoid of legal standing as per Sections 161 and 162 of the CrPC and Sections 25 and 26 of the Evidence Act," the judgment clarified.
The ruling directed the immediate release of the accused unless they are detained for other reasons. Justice Chandran emphasized that truth must be established by valid evidence, either direct or circumstantial, forming an indisputable chain linking the accused to the crime beyond a reasonable doubt.
The judgment also underscored the judiciary's challenge to uphold legal standards, even amid inherent frustrations of unresolved criminal cases. This case stemmed from a familial rivalry that culminated in the murder of Ramkrishna, killed while walking with his son on April 28, 2011. The police alleged that Ramkrishna&rsquo;s former employer and six associates executed the crime following his defection to work for a rival brother.

Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee honors Indian forces and celebrates Tagore's legacy, stressing cultural preservation and the importance of the Bengali language.

Mamata Banerjee Honors Forces, Celebrates Tagore

Mamata Banerjee praises Indian soldiers and marks Rabindranath Tagore's birthday, emphasizing cultural heritage and Tagore's teachings, celebrated with cultural events across Bengal.

Mamata Banerjee praised Indian soldiers and celebrated Tagore's legacy, emphasizing cultural preservation.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday heaped praises on the Indian armed forces for fearlessly protecting the country's frontiers.
Speaking on the occasion of the 164th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, Banerjee said the country is praying for the well-being of its soldiers and the people.
"We are praying for the well-being of the people of this country and our motherland," she said.
The CM, after garlanding a giant portrait of Tagore in the Rabindra Sadan-Nandan cultural complex, described the Nobel laureate as the person whose songs "give us solace and guide us through every moment".
Banerjee referred to Tagore's love for the motherland, which was reflected in his poems, fiction and articles.
"His ideals will dispel the dark clouds and ward off the dark threats," Banerjee said while observing that Tagore symbolised universal brotherhood and humanity through his writings, she said.
She called upon everyone to work to nurture and cherish their mother tongue.
"We should keep the writings and teachings of Tagore throughout the year and not for one day," she said.
Pointing out "every state has its unique culture", she said, "We must protect our language heritage and culture." She said Tagore's works have been enlightening the whole world.
Earlier in a post on X, she quoted a few lines from Tagore's famous collection of poems 'Gitanjali' and paid tribute to the great visionary and colossus literary figure.
Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose, through a post on X, in Bengali, described Tagore as someone who "had guided the entire human race and defined the true spirit of nationalism through his writings".
Thousands of people converged at the Bard's ancestral house at Jorasanko during the day and went around the rooms where the articles used by Tagore were being kept and preserved.
Students of Rabindra Bharati University and teachers sang and recited his poems. Several prominent Rabindra Sangeet exponents also performed on the occasion.
Cultural rallies were taken out by different clubs and organisations in the morning in different areas where the participants donned ethnic wear and sang Tagore's popular renditions.
Many musical soirees were also held in different localities in the evening, performing his songs, poems and plays.

Karnataka launches a free vocational training program empowering young women aged 17-35, providing vital skills for preschool teaching.

Karnataka Offers Free Vocational Training for Women

Karnataka State Child Welfare Organization opens applications for its 2025 Vocational Training Scheme, offering free training to young economically disadvantaged women aged 17 to 35. Upon completion, participants will qualify as preschool teachers, reinforcing skill development and employment opportunities.

Karnataka's 2025 Vocational Training Scheme empowers young economically disadvantaged women with skills as preschool teachers.

The Karnataka State Child Welfare Organization invites applications for the 2025 Vocational Training Scheme, which provides vocational training to economically backward young girls and women from rural and urban areas.
According to a press release issued by the Karnataka government on Friday, young women between the ages of 17 and 35 who have passed or failed SSLC/PUC can apply.
The last date for applying is May 31, added the release.
Trained candidates will be eligible to work as preschool teachers in balwadis, kindergartens, daycare centres, special children's schools, government companies, and non-government organisations, according to the press release.
The 10-month-long training will start on June 10 at the Balasevika Training Centre in Jayamahal Layout, Bengaluru. The training is completely free, and free accommodation and food facilities are available for those in need. There will be a special scholarship for the candidates.

Delhi ensures safety and welfare for manual scavengers with health coverage and PPE kits before monsoon and rapid response units.

Delhi Govt Boosts Scavenger Safety, Welfare

Delhi's decisive initiative mandates health coverage and PPE for manual scavengers, reinforcing safety and quick response capabilities.

Delhi's government mandates insurance and PPE for manual scavengers. Enhancements include swift identification, training, and response units.

Delhi Social Welfare Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh on Friday directed the officials to ensure that the manual scavengers are covered under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme and to have Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) kits before the monsoon begins.
Addressing the meeting regarding the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act and the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme, Singh said, "Every sewer and septic tank worker must receive PPE and safety equipment ahead of the rains." "All such workers must be covered under the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme," the minister said.
The minister instructed the Municipal Corporation of Delhi to expedite the survey in unauthorised colonies through sanitary inspectors.
Departments were also directed to hasten the training and rehabilitation of those involved in manual sewer cleaning and to set up adequate Emergency Response Sanitation Units, it stated.
All district magistrates were ordered to ensure time-bound resolution of pending compensation cases related to sewer and septic tank workers, he said.
Despite a 2014 notification by the then lieutenant governor, the previous governments failed to act, the minister alleged.
"Since March 2025, the current government has held three meetings on the issue and given clear directions to concerned departments," he added.

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