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The ‘absconding officer’, whose passport had been revoked by the Union government recently, is presently hiding in United States of America.

The NCW said it found the content to be “deeply disturbing” and a blatant violation of women’s consent and dignity.

India is considering increasing fertiliser imports from the US to address trade imbalances and reduce reliance on countries like China and Russia. This move aligns with efforts to negotiate a trade agreement with the US, seeking better access for Indian exports in exchange for increased imports of American goods, including automobiles and farm products.

Hundreds of spectators present at the spot witnessed roar of engines and high-precision aerial manoeuvres with live commentary providing insights into the technical capabilities and strategic roles of each aircraft.

An RBI panel suggests extending money market hours to 7pm, aiming to provide banks with greater flexibility in managing liquidity and accessing funds. This shift addresses the expansion and increased complexity of India's financial markets since 2019. The proposal includes adjustments to trading and settlement windows for various instruments, along with changes to the liquidity adjustment facility auction timings.

Systematic extrajudicial killings in Balochistan — commonly known as ‘kill and dump’ — remain one of the darkest chapters in Pakistan’s human rights record

Congress celebrates Rahul Gandhi's persistent advocacy for a caste census, claiming it forced the Modi government's hand after 11 years of resistance. The party plans to amplify its role in achieving caste enumeration through rallies and campaigns, pushing for caste quotas in private institutions and the removal of the 50% reservation cap.

Amidst ongoing border tensions, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is seeking to bolster its surveillance capabilities by acquiring three High-Altitude Platform System (HAPS) aircraft. These unmanned 'pseudo-satellites' will operate in the stratosphere, providing persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR). The IAF has issued a request for information, aiming for delivery within 18 months.

Following the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, intelligence reports indicate that numerous Pakistani terrorists have retreated from the launchpads in Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (POK) to deeper locations within POK and Pakistan. This withdrawal comes amid fears of retaliatory strikes by the Indian forces, reminiscent of the 2019 surgical strikes.

India is escalating its efforts against Pakistan, urging international bodies like the IMF to re-evaluate financial aid due to alleged support for terrorism. New Delhi seeks a review of IMF loans, including a recent $1.3 billion climate resilience loan, and is engaging with the World Bank and Asian Development Bank.

Following Pakistan's airspace restrictions for Indian airlines, several European carriers, including Lufthansa, Air France, British Airways, and SWISS, are now avoiding Pakistani airspace. This rerouting, prompted by safety concerns and NOTAMs indicating unavailable airways, adds up to an hour to flight times for routes like Munich-Delhi and Rome-Delhi, as airlines prioritize passenger and staff safety.

The Trump administration ended duty-free access for low-value shipments from China and Hong Kong, effective May 2, 2025. This closes a loophole used by e-commerce giants and illicit goods traffickers, potentially raising prices for American consumers. The move mirrors India's 2020 crackdown on Chinese 'gift' imports evading taxes.

Yoga guru Ramdev has assured the Delhi High Court that he will refrain from making disparaging remarks or posting similar social media content, like his "sharbat jihad" comments against Hamdard's Rooh Afza. This commitment follows a lawsuit by Hamdard, alleging Ramdev's promotion of Patanjali's Gulab Sharbat included claims that Rooh Afza's profits funded religious institutions.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman was speaking at a function organised by the Shankar IAS Academy to felicitate the candidates who emerged successful in the Union Public Service Commission’s (UPSC’s) civil services examination, 2024

The initial assessment of the fire services is that a short circuit might have caused the fire. Health Minister Veena George has ordered an inquiry into the incident.

Mumbai police filed a case against Ajaz Khan and Rajkumar Pandey for alleged obscene content in their web show, 'House Arrest'. A Bajrang Dal member filed the complaint. The National Commission for Women has summoned Ullu App CEO Vibhu Agarwal and Khan. The show has been removed from the Ullu app.