Times of India

In a retaliatory move following a terror attack, the Indian Air Force launched Operation Sindoor, employing BrahMos missiles to cripple Pakistani airbases. The precision strikes, targeting critical infrastructure, effectively paralyzed Pakistan's air defense and strike capabilities.

The Indian government has revoked the security clearance of Celebi Airport Services India, a subsidiary of Turkey's Celebi Aviation, citing national security concerns. This action will disrupt ground handling operations at key airports, including Delhi, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad. The decision follows growing unease within the security establishment regarding Turkey's perceived support for Pakistan, particularly after recent events.

Donald Trump again claimed to have mediated a ceasefire between India and Pakistan following India's Operation Sindoor, sparked by a terror attack. Trump stated he encouraged trade talks to de-escalate the conflict, but India has denied any US mediation, reaffirming that discussions with Pakistan will only address terrorism and the return of Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, emphasizing a strictly bilateral approach.

The CCPA has issued notices to e-commerce platforms like Amazon and Flipkart for selling Pakistani national flags and merchandise, deemed insensitive and a violation of national sentiment. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi directed the platforms to immediately remove such listings and adhere to national laws.

Virat Kohli, India's beloved cricketer, retires from Test cricket, marking the end of an era defined by his 'My Way' approach. His fitness obsession, bold captaincy decisions like prioritizing pace bowling, and early adoption of social media shaped his career. Kohli leaves behind a legacy of records, brand endorsements, and iconic status, inspiring future generations with his leadership and determination.

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin has strongly criticized the Centre's Presidential reference regarding governors' powers, deeming it an attempt to undermine the Constitution and paralyze non-BJP state legislatures. He argues it subverts the Supreme Court's settled position on governors' roles and accuses the BJP of using governors to weaken democratically elected state governments.

Neeraj Chopra addressed his relationship with Arshad Nadeem. He mentioned the impact of India-Pakistan relations on their interactions. Chopra is set to compete in the Doha Diamond League. He will face strong competition from Anderson Peters and Jakub Vadlejch. Kishore Jena, another Indian athlete, will also participate. Chopra aims to reclaim the Doha DL title, having won it in 2023.

The Haryana Board of School Education (HBSE) has flagged 100 underperforming schools, including 18 with a zero percent pass rate in the Class 12 board exams, to the Directorate of Education. The HBSE chairman, Dr. Pawan Kumar, emphasized the need for teacher training and engagement with students and parents to address the causes of the poor results and improve performance.

The Indian Army conducted 'Teesta Prahar,' a field training exercise showcasing operational capabilities and coordination in river-based terrain, incorporating advanced weaponry and technology. Simultaneously, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a domestic nanoporous membrane for high-pressure seawater desalination, successfully tested on Indian Coast Guard vessels. This innovation addresses stability concerns and supports the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.

Gautam Gambhir and the initial group of Test players are scheduled to depart for England on June 6, with subsequent departures contingent on IPL 2025 commitments. Gambhir will concentrate on preparing the Test squad, while support staff may join the team directly in England. The India A squad's departure will also be staggered, commencing on May 25.

Despite missing the World Test Championship final, India secured a substantial USD 1.44 million for finishing third in the 2023-25 cycle. The ICC announced a record USD 5.76 million prize pool, with Australia and South Africa set to compete for the top prize at Lord's. India, led by Rohit Sharma, won nine out of 19 matches in the cycle.

Rahul Gandhi faced police obstruction en route to Ambedkar hostel in Darbhanga, where he planned to engage with students at a 'Shiksha Nyay Samvad' event. Despite the attempts to stop him, Gandhi entered the premises and criticized the Bihar government as a "Double Engine Dhokebaaz Sarkaar," vowing to implement social justice measures if his party comes to power.

Controversy surrounds Ye's new single. The song contains antisemitic content. It is banned on many platforms. However, it remains available on Elon Musk's X. This raises questions about content moderation policies. Other platforms like Spotify and YouTube removed the song. The debate highlights the challenges tech companies face. They struggle to remove the offensive content effectively.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, during his visit to Srinagar, took a jibe at Pakistan's economic woes, contrasting it with India's growing financial stature. He lauded the Army personnel for Operation Sindoor, emphasizing its necessity in combating Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. Singh also acknowledged the public's anger against terrorism following the Pahalgam attack, praising the forces for their actions across the border.

Valeria Márquez, a 23-year-old influencer, was fatally shot during a TikTok livestream in her Guadalajara beauty salon. The gunman, posing as a delivery person, entered the salon and shot Márquez in the chest and head. The Jalisco state prosecutor is investigating the case as a femicide, highlighting the gender-based violence.

Donald Trump has claimed India's proposal for a trade agreement with "no tariffs". This move comes as India seeks a trade deal with the U.S. amidst Trump's 90-day suspension of tariff increases, which previously included a 26% duty on Indian goods.

Following his surprising Test retirement, Virat Kohli is gearing up for the resumption of IPL 2025, spotted with wife Anushka Sharma en route to Bengaluru. Kohli, having recently visited Vrindavan, now shifts his focus to leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru's batting line-up as they prepare to host Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday.

Donald Trump has expressed his disapproval to Tim Cook regarding Apple's increasing manufacturing presence in India, amidst the company's efforts to diversify away from China due to tariffs and diplomatic tensions. Trump wants Apple to increase manufacturing operations in the United States.

Over the past two decades, Pakistan's economic lead over Indian states like Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra has diminished significantly. In 2004-05, Pakistan's GDP was $132 billion, while Tamil Nadu's GSDP was only $48 billion. By 2023-24, Tamil Nadu's GSDP has nearly equaled Pakistan's GDP, reaching $329 billion, highlighting a growing economic divergence.