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04 May

Missile Strike Near Tel Aviv Forces Air India Flight Diversion to Abu Dhabi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsAir India, Ben Gurion Airport, Houthi rebels, Israel, Tel Aviv

New Delhi, May 4 — An Air India flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv was diverted to Abu Dhabi on Sunday after a missile launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels struck near Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport, triggering panic and prompting multiple airlines to halt operations to the country.Flight AI139, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, was about an hour away from Tel Aviv when the missile hit. In response to the escalating security threat, the aircraft was redirected and landed safely at Abu Dhabi. The flight is scheduled to return to Delhi, while Air India has immediately suspended all services to and from…

04 May

BSF Expansion to Bolster Security Along Pakistan and Bangladesh Borders

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBangladesh border, Border Security, BSF expansion, Pakistan border

New Delhi, May 4 — The Border Security Force (BSF) is set for a major expansion as the Centre moves forward with plans to raise 16 new battalions and set up two additional sector headquarters to reinforce India’s borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh. These battalions will add around 17,000 personnel to the BSF’s strength and enhance surveillance along over 6,700 km of frontier terrain.The two new sector headquarters will be located in Jammu and Mizoram, aimed at tightening vigilance on the western and eastern borders, respectively. Each will be headed by a Deputy Inspector General (DIG)-rank officer. The BSF currently…

04 May

Rahul Gandhi Accepts Moral Responsibility for Congress Mistakes, Including 1984 Riots

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia1984 Riots, Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra, Congress, Moral Responsibility, Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, May 4, 2025: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said he is ready to take moral responsibility for the mistakes committed by his party, even those made before his political career began, including the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. During an interaction in Hyderabad, when asked about the riots, Gandhi responded that while he was not involved in politics at the time, he does not believe in evading accountability."I wasn’t there when many of those mistakes happened, but I am ready to take responsibility," Gandhi said. He emphasized the importance of a political leader standing by the actions of their party, rather…

04 May

BSF Detains Pakistani Ranger at LoC in Rajasthan Amid Cross-Border Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBSF jawan detained, LoC Rajasthan, Pakistani Ranger arrested

National Times Bureau, May 4, 2025: A Pakistani Ranger has been detained by the Border Security Force (BSF) at the Line of Control in Rajasthan, officials confirmed on May 4. The name of the detained individual has not been disclosed yet.This incident comes just days after BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Sahu was taken into custody by Pakistani Rangers after he accidentally crossed the border near Ferozepur. Sahu had reportedly mistaken the boundary and walked into Pakistani territory while seeking rest under a tree.While both countries follow a standard protocol to repatriate individuals who inadvertently cross borders, Pakistan has yet to…

04 May

India to Launch Chip-Enabled Biometric E-Passports Nationwide in May 2025

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TechnologyBiometric Passport India, E-passport, RFID Chip Passport

National Times Bureau, May 4, 2025: India is set to introduce chip-embedded biometric e-passports across the country starting May 2025. This move aims to revolutionize travel security, cut immigration wait times, and modernize identification systems.Each new e-passport will feature a secure RFID chip that stores the holder's personal details, including fingerprints and facial recognition data. These passports conform to international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), ensuring global acceptance and smoother travel for Indian citizens.According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the chip is encrypted to prevent tampering and unauthorized access. This leap in technology is expected…

03 May

Sonu Nigam Faces FIR for Alleged Remarks Against Kannada Sentiment at Bengaluru Concert

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBengaluru concert, FIR, Kannada, Sonu Nigam

National Times Bureau, May 3, 2025: Playback singer Sonu Nigam has landed in controversy after a complaint was filed against him in Bengaluru for allegedly hurting the sentiments of Kannadigas during a concert at East Point College of Engineering and Technology on April 25.An FIR was registered at Avalahalli Police Station following a complaint from the Karnataka Rakshana Vedike, a pro-Kannada organization. They accused Nigam of making remarks that linked the audience’s demand for a Kannada song to a terror incident in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. According to the complaint, Nigam responded to shouts of “Kannada, Kannada” by saying, “This…

03 May

PM Modi Congratulates Albanese on Re-election as Australian Prime Minister

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaAnthony Albanese, Australia elections 2025, PM Modi

New Delhi, May 3, 2025 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended his congratulations to Anthony Albanese for securing a second consecutive three-year term as the Prime Minister of Australia.In a post on X, Modi praised Albanese’s leadership, saying the victory reflects the strong trust the Australian people have placed in him. Modi expressed confidence that under Albanese’s continued leadership, the India-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership would further deepen.The Prime Minister also reaffirmed his commitment to working together for peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region.“Congratulations @AlboMP on your resounding victory and re-election as Prime Minister of Australia! This…

03 May

Goa Temple Stampede During Lairai Zatra Kills Six, Injures Dozens

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaGoa stampede, Lairai Devi temple, Lairai Zatra, Shirgao

May 3, 2025 — A religious celebration in Goa turned tragic as a stampede at the Sree Lairai Devi temple in Shirgao village claimed six lives and left over 80 injured. The stampede occurred in the early hours during the fire-walking ritual of the Lairai Zatra festival, which draws thousands of devotees each year.The incident unfolded when people standing on a slope near the temple reportedly lost balance, causing a chain reaction that led to chaos in the crowd. According to Director General of Police Alok Kumar, the sudden collapse caused many to fall over one another as panic spread.…

02 May

Universal Studios to Launch First Indian Theme Park Near Delhi by 2027

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDelhi Aerocity, Indoor Theme Park, Universal Studios India

New Delhi, May 2, 2025 — Universal Studios is set to make its Indian debut with an indoor theme park located near Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. The project is part of a collaboration with Bharti Real Estate, which is developing a 3-million-square-foot mall in the Delhi Aerocity area. Approximately 300,000 square feet of this mall have been earmarked for the theme park, with completion expected by mid-2027. The upcoming mall is part of Bharti's larger 17-million-square-foot Aerocity development, aiming to transform the region into a premier commercial and entertainment hub. The Delhi government's recent approval for 24/7 operations of…

02 May

India Blocks Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif’s YouTube and Instagram Amid Fallout from Pahalgam Terror Attack

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaInstagram restricted, Shehbaz Sharif, YouTube blocked

New Delhi, May 2, 2025 – The Indian government has blocked access to the official YouTube and Instagram accounts of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif within Indian territory, citing national security concerns following the recent Pahalgam terror attack.Users trying to access Sharif’s YouTube page from India are now shown a message reading, “This content is currently unavailable in this country because of a government order related to national security or public order.” His Instagram profile also displays a restriction notice stating that the content is hidden due to a legal request from the Indian government.The development comes just days after…