Israel has begun relocating members of the Bnei Menashe from Manipur under Operation Wings of Dawn. About 250 people were flown via Delhi this week, part of a plan announced by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The community claims descent from a biblical tribe and has sought to return to Israel for religious reasons. Many cite limited access to Jewish practices in remote areas. Israel says the move will help “strengthen” its northern regions. Economic factors and ongoing ethnic violence in Manipur have also pushed migration, though some earlier migrants reported hardship and discrimination. (PC: India Today)

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she will shift focus to Delhi after the state elections. Speaking at a rally in Kolkata, she said she aims to unite opposition parties to “dismantle” the BJP at the Centre. “I will take over Delhi once I have secured victory in Bengal,” she said. Union Home Minister Amit Shah dismissed the remark. “There is nothing left here. How will she come to Delhi?” he said. The comments come as voting continues in West Bengal, which recorded high turnout in the first phase. (PC: HT)

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said she will shift focus to Delhi after the state elections. Speaking at a rally in Kolkata, she said she aims to unite opposition parties to “dismantle” the BJP at the Centre. “I will take over Delhi once I have secured victory in Bengal,” she said. Union Home Minister Amit Shah dismissed the remark. “There is nothing left here. How will she come to Delhi?” he said. The comments come as voting continues in West Bengal, which recorded high turnout in the first phase. (PC: NDTV)

Global oil prices rose above $106 as tensions grew in the Strait of Hormuz amid the Iran-US standoff. Donald Trump said the “clock is ticking” for Iran to agree to a deal. He also ordered action against Iranian boats in the key shipping route. The US said it seized an oil tanker, while Iran earlier targeted three ships and captured two. At the same time, talks led to a three-week ceasefire extension between Israel and Lebanon. However, strikes and casualties in southern Lebanon continue.

India is tightening rules in tiger reserves to limit tourist behaviour and protect wildlife. A 2025 order by the Supreme Court of India restricts mobile phone use in core safari zones. Visitors must keep phones away or on silent. The move follows rising cases of “safari jams” and unsafe actions near animals in parks like Ranthambore National Park. Experts say phones increase crowding and risky behaviour. “People have got reckless in getting photos,” said journalist Charukesi Ramadurai. Officials say the focus is now on conservation, even if sightings become less frequent. (PC: BBC)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday attacked the Trinamool Congress during a rally in Dum Dum. He said those involved in alleged violence “will have no place to hide” after May 4. He linked the record voter turnout to what he called the end of “jungle raj” in West Bengal. “The files will be opened — this is Modi’s guarantee,” he said. Modi said the high turnout shows public support for change. The first phase of polling recorded around 92.8% turnout across 152 seats. (PC: India Today)

Donald Trump said the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will be extended by three weeks after talks in Washington. He said a longer peace effort will take time and support. On Iran, Trump said he will not rush a deal. “I don’t want to rush myself,” he told reporters. He also claimed US control over the Strait of Hormuz. US forces recently boarded a ship carrying Iranian oil. Meanwhile, Iran leaders spoke of unity, while Israel warned it is ready to act if needed. (PC: BBC)

The crisis in West Asia and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz will be key issues at India’s Heads of Mission conference in New Delhi next week. Narendra Modi will address envoys on April 30. Officials said the meeting will review economic and security impacts of the conflict. S Jaishankar and Ajit Doval will also speak. The blockade has slowed oil and cargo movement through the route. “Focus will be on global shifts and regional impact,” a source said. Diplomats will discuss India’s strategy and outreach. (PC: HT)

In the Delhi IRS officer’s daughter murder case, police said the accused entered the victim’s room by climbing a wall and breaking the roof in New Delhi. He first knocked and claimed her father had sent something. When she did not open, he entered through the bathroom. Police said he demanded money and tried to stop her from calling for help. “She resisted and fought back,” a source said, adding she bit him during the assault. He later dragged her to another room and tried to open a locker. The accused has been arrested. Probe is ongoing. (PC: The Indian Express)

Donald Trump said he will not use nuclear weapons in the conflict with Iran but warned Tehran to act fast on a deal. “The clock is ticking,” he said. Trump claimed Iran was already “decimated” through conventional attacks. He also ordered the US Navy to destroy any Iranian boats laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, the USS George H W Bush reached the region, taking the number of US carriers there to three. Reports of blasts over Tehran have raised concerns about the fragile ceasefire. (PC: NDTV)