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Omar-Mehbooba face-off over Indus Water Treaty sparks political storm in J&K

A fresh political clash has erupted in J&K between Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and PDP president Mehbooba Mufti over the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty (IWT). Omar's remarks on reviving the Tulbul Navigation Project triggered a strong reaction from Mehbooba, who called the comments provocative amid ongoing India-Pakistan tensions.

May 16, 2025

Rajnath Singh slams IMF's $2.1 billion bailout to Pakistan, calls it indirect terror funding

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday criticised the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for approving a $2.1 billion bailout package for Pakistan, stating that any financial assistance to the country amounts to indirect funding of terrorism.

May 16, 2025

Assam Rifles heightens vigil along India-Myanmar border after Manipur encounter

The Assam Rifles has intensified its surveillance along the India-Myanmar border in Manipur in the wake of the intensive counter-insurgency operations in Chandel district, in which ten armed militants were neutralised and a huge cache of arms and ammunition recovered, officials said on Friday.

May 16, 2025

Six out of 14 terrorists linked to Pahalgam attack killed by security forces; manhunt continues

In a significant breakthrough following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack, security forces have neutralized six of the 14 terrorists listed for their involvement in the incident. The terrorists were killed in two separate encounters in the Shopian and Pulwama districts of south Kashmir.

May 16, 2025

PAK has been put on probation: Defence Minister's stern warning

Defence Minister Rajanth Singh, during his visit to the Indian Air Force (IAF) base in Gujarat's Bhuj, issued a stern warning to Pakistan and said that it has been given a breather for now and if it resorts to terror tactics again, it will face dire consequences.

May 16, 2025

Karnataka: Five women staffers claim harassment by Deputy Commandant (Home Guards), Tumakuru

Five women staffers have claimed harassment by the Deputy Commandant (Home Guards) in Karnataka's Tumakuru, police said on Friday.

May 16, 2025

Pakistan: Baloch forum condemns abduction, illegal detention of several leaders

The Baloch Women Forum (BWF) has strongly condemned the arbitrary detention of Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC) leaders and activists by the Pakistani authorities which it said reflects the state of lawlessness in the province.

May 16, 2025

Operation Sindoor was just trailer, world will see full picture when time comes: Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Friday that Operation Sindoor was just a trailer and the Indian armed forces will show the full picture at the right time.

May 16, 2025

ISKCON temple in Bengaluru does not belong to ISKCON Society Mumbai: SC

The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that the ISKCON temple in Bengaluru does not belong to ISKCON Society Mumbai but to ISKCON Society Bangalore, registered under the Karnataka Societies Act.

May 16, 2025

Operations of Turkey-based Celebi Aviation suspended at Bengaluru airport; 500 staff moved to other agencies

The ground handling operations of Turkish company Celebi Aviation have been suspended at Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. This action has been taken as per the directive of the Central government, the official statement by the Bangalore International Airport Ltd (BIAL) stated on Friday.

May 16, 2025

Delhi CM supports '100 per cent boycott' of Turkish apples, institutions

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday endorsed the rejection of apples and other products from Turkey and Azerbaijan, saying those supporting forces inimical to the interest of the country will have to face '100 per cent boycott' and the collective wrath of Indians.

May 16, 2025

Kangana Ranaut slams Trump's disagreement with Apple India plans; says JP Nadda told her to delete tweet

Donald Trump, while speaking at a business event in Doha, had claimed he advised Apple CEO Tim Cook against expanding manufacturing in India, citing high tariffs and encouraging the company to focus production within the U.S.

May 16, 2025

125 top Indian merchants vow to boycott trade with Turkey, Azerbaijan

More than 125 top trade leaders from across the country on Friday resolved to boycott all forms of trade and commercial engagement with Turkey and Azerbaijan, including travel and tourism.

May 16, 2025

Cong, INDIA Bloc echoing Pakistan: Vallabh slams Beniwal over Pahalgam remark

BJP leader Gourav Vallabh on Friday strongly criticised Congress MP Ummeda Ram Beniwal for casting doubt on reports that victims of the recent Pahalgam terror attack were targeted based on their religion.

May 16, 2025

Cash-for-job case: Intervention of Calcutta HC sought on use of force against teachers; police file counter case

An advocate of Calcutta High Court on Friday sought suo motu intervention of the same court in the matter of "unprovoked" and "ruthless" cane-charge by police on protesting teachers at the West Bengal education department headquarters.

May 16, 2025