Times of India

In a setback for the Indian Space Research Organisation (Isro), the PSLV-C61 mission failed after liftoff from Sriharikota on Sunday. The rocket malfunctioned during its third stage, preventing the EOS-09 satellite from reaching its intended orbit. Isro Chairman V Narayanan cited a drop in chamber pressure within the solid motor as the cause.

Indian Army clarifies that the ceasefire understanding with Pakistan has no expiry date. This follows India's precision strikes on Pakistani airbases. India emphasizes the truce depends on Pakistan's behavior. No further talks are scheduled between the DGMOs of both countries. India maintains a pause in Operation Sindoor. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warns of harsh punishment if Pakistan disturbs peace.

Despite India's strong opposition, the IMF has approved fresh assistance to Pakistan, raising concerns about potential risks. The IMF highlighted that heightened tensions with India could impede Pakistan's reform efforts. It also cautioned about reputational risks due to possible fund diversion, echoing India's concerns about the misuse of funds for rebuilding terror bases.

Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju refuted Congress's claims that the government rejected their MP nominations for anti-terror outreach delegations. Rijiju clarified that informing Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge was merely a courtesy, not a request for nominations. He emphasized that seeking party recommendations for such delegations has never been a standard practice.

Sherpa Palchen Tamang, accompanying Subrata Ghosh, recounted the harrowing Everest summit. Ghosh, weakened and disoriented near Hillary Step, refused to move despite Tamang's efforts. Exhausted and with dwindling oxygen, Tamang spent hours trying to move Ghosh, but was ultimately forced to descend alone, suffering hallucinations and frostbite during his own difficult return to camp.

CJI Bhushan Gavai emphasized the Constitution's supremacy, stating that all three branches—judiciary, executive, and legislature—must collaborate within its framework. His statement follows President Murmu's reference to the SC regarding timelines for governors and the President in handling state bills. Justice Gavai highlighted the 'basic structure' doctrine, limiting Parliament's amendment powers.

In Uttar Pradesh, a cattle smuggler was killed and two others injured in Jaunpur after a police constable was crushed to death during a vehicle chase. Simultaneously, in Varanasi, police arrested four cattle smugglers following another encounter, with two sustaining leg injuries from retaliatory gunfire after attempting to flee with 24 cattle in a truck.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has requested support from eight non-BJP state leaders. He wants a united legal challenge. This challenge is against the President's reference to the Supreme Court. The reference concerns the powers of governors. Stalin fears this move weakens state autonomy. He believes it undermines the federal structure of the Constitution.

A devastating fire at a textile factory in Maharashtra's Solapur district claimed eight lives, including a toddler and the factory's owner. The blaze, suspected to be caused by an electrical short circuit, trapped families living on-site. Rescue efforts were hampered by a structure near the entrance, and firefighters faced intense flames and smoke while recovering bodies throughout the day.

India is restricting ready-made garment imports from Bangladesh by land. This action will likely raise logistics costs and increase transit times. The move follows restrictions imposed by Bangladesh on Indian goods. Indian companies had set up units in Bangladesh for lower production costs. Dhaka's growing ties with China are also a concern.

Nicusor Dan, a pro-European figure, has won Romania's presidential election with 54% of the vote, defeating nationalist George Simion. Dan campaigned on promises of change, rebuilding Romania, and aligning it with a pro-Western path. He aims to combat corruption and modernize the country, focusing on economic development and foreign policy.

In a devastating fire in Hyderabad's Gulzar Houz neighbourhood, seventeen members of a jeweller's family perished. First responders discovered the charred body of an elderly woman embracing four children, highlighting her desperate attempt to shield them from the flames. The heartbreaking scene left rescuers deeply affected, underscoring the tragedy's profound impact.

A devastating fire engulfed a century-old building near Charminar in Hyderabad, claiming the lives of 17 members of a jeweller's family. The victims, spanning three generations, had gathered for a weekend. The blaze, suspected to be caused by an electrical short circuit, rapidly spread through the residential-cum-commercial building, trapping the family due to a single narrow exit.

Abu Saifullah, a key Lashkar-e-Taiba operative involved in multiple terror attacks in India, was killed in Pakistan's Sindh province. He oversaw LeT operations in Nepal, recruiting cadres and providing logistical support. Saifullah, known for deploying jihadis in disguise, had close ties to LeT's launch commander and was recently fundraising for Gaza.

India's aviation regulator, DGCA, has mandated that all flying training organizations (FTOs) maintain dedicated websites with updated information. This reform aims to bring transparency and empower aspiring commercial pilots to make informed choices. The websites must display key parameters like completion time for 200 flying hours, aircraft availability, instructor details, and simulator access.

A YouTuber from Puri is under investigation for potential ties to Haryana travel blogger Jyoti Malhotra, arrested on suspicion of spying for Pakistan. The inquiry was initiated after the Puri woman's Kartarpur Corridor trip following Jyoti's Puri visit. While her parents assert her innocence and pledge cooperation, authorities are investigating the nature of their relationship.

Indian Air Force and Southern Command successfully neutralised around 70 Pakistani drones. This included a Turkish-origin Songar armed drone. Operation Sindoor took place in Bhuj, Naliya, Gujarat and Rajasthan. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth assessed the security situation in Rann Of Kutch. Recovered drone wreckage was shown to the commander. Army and IAF units use various air defence systems.

Dehradun police arrested five Bangladeshi nationals, including a woman, for illegally residing in Clement Town without valid documents. They claimed to have fled Bangladesh due to persecution fears following political unrest. A local woman was also arrested for aiding their stay, while their children were placed in a shelter home.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that Operation Sindoor successfully dismantled terrorist infrastructure within Pakistan, exposing Islamabad's denial of harboring terrorism. Indian forces penetrated deep into Pakistani territory, obliterating terrorist hubs in Pakistan and PoK after the Pahalgam attack. The operation, enabled by strong political will and military precision, sent a clear message that terrorism and trade cannot coexist.