Salim Dola, a close aide of underworld figure Dawood Ibrahim, was deported to India and brought to Delhi early Tuesday under heavy security.   He was recently arrested in Istanbul during a joint operation by Indian and international agencies. Officials said he played a key role in a large drug network linked to D-Company.   He arrived on a special aircraft and was taken into custody at the airport. He is now being questioned at an undisclosed location.   Authorities said he may soon be handed over to the Narcotics Control Bureau or Mumbai Police for further action. (PC: X)

Donald Trump is facing a key deadline as he continues US military action in Iran. Under the War Powers Resolution, he must act by May 1 or risk violating the law without approval from Congress. Officials say Trump has three options. He can reach a peace deal with Iran. He can seek approval from Congress to continue action. Or he can ignore the deadline and face legal challenges. The conflict has raised pressure on the administration. The coming days are seen as critical for both policy and legal decisions. (PC: NDTV)

Two Indian crew members were injured after their vessel was hit by shrapnel near the Strait of Hormuz, officials said. The ship, MT Chiron 7, was not directly targeted. Ankit Kumar and Sagar Chand suffered minor injuries along with Egyptian national Zeyad Taha. The Directorate General of Shipping said there were no deaths and all crew members are safe. The vessel had 17 Indians among 24 crew. It is now heading towards Sharjah, tracking data showed. Officials said shipping in the region has been affected due to ongoing tensions and repeated incidents involving vessels passing through the strait. (PC: HT)

Salim Dola, a close aide of Dawood Ibrahim, has been deported to India after being detained in Turkey. He arrived in Delhi on a special flight following a coordinated operation involving Indian intelligence and international agencies, acting on an Interpol red corner notice issued at India’s request. Dola is currently being questioned and is expected to be handed over to Mumbai Police, where he is a key accused in a major synthetic drugs case. Investigators allege he ran a large narcotics network from abroad after fleeing India in 2018 using a UAE passport under a false identity. (PC: India Today)

Despite a US-led blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, oil and LPG tankers continue reaching India, exposing limits of maritime enforcement. Ships, including Indian-linked vessels, have navigated via routes hugging Iranian territorial waters or exiting near Chabahar before entering international waters toward Mumbai. Another speculated path runs along Pakistan’s Makran coast, though experts consider it risky due to political tensions. Under maritime law, foreign vessels enjoy “innocent passage” in territorial waters, restricting US intervention. Analysts say the blockade mainly targets Iran-linked traffic, while neutral ships face fewer constraints. Indian naval coordination and diplomatic clearances further ensure safe transit, maintaining energy flows amid heightened regional tensions. (PC: X)

An Indian student in Canada, Jyoti Kharayat, shared her struggle of balancing studies and part-time work through a viral social media video. She described being “stuck in a loop,” constantly moving between classes and work shifts, including at Starbucks, to manage tuition and living expenses. Her routine highlights the financial pressures faced by international students, who often rely on jobs to sustain themselves. Despite the challenges, she expressed resilience and positivity. Her story resonated widely online, with many acknowledging similar experiences and the demanding reality of managing academics alongside work abroad.

India and New Zealand signed a “historic” free trade agreement aimed at strengthening trade, investment, and people-to-people ties. The pact, finalised within nine months of negotiations, will be implemented later this year. It was signed by Piyush Goyal and Todd McClay in New Delhi. Under the agreement, New Zealand will eliminate tariffs on all Indian imports, while India will remove or reduce tariffs on 95% of its imports from New Zealand. Leaders from both nations described the deal as a major milestone, signalling deeper economic integration and expanded bilateral cooperation. (PC: X)

A Togo-flagged tanker, MT Ceylon, carrying 17 Indian crew members, was intercepted by Iran Coast Guard near Oman, where warning shots were fired. India confirmed all crew are safe and said authorities are closely monitoring maritime security in the Persian Gulf. The incident occurred on April 25 near the Oman Outer Port Limit and comes amid escalating regional tensions affecting shipping routes. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is tracking developments, highlighting concerns over seafarer safety and trade disruptions as geopolitical instability continues to impact critical global maritime corridors. (PC: India Today)

An Indian student in Canada has shared her daily struggle of managing studies and work. Jyoti Kharayat posted a video on Instagram showing her routine. She said she moves from classes to work without much rest.   Kharayat explained she needs money to pay her fees, so she must keep working. “I feel stuck in a continuous loop,” she said. She added that after a short break, she returns to studies and then work again.   Despite the pressure, she said she feels happy. Many users online said they relate to her situation and praised her effort. (PC: NDTV)

India and New Zealand have signed a free trade agreement after talks ended in December 2025. The deal covers 20 areas, including goods, dispute rules and legal terms. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said it was completed in nine months, showing “depth of trust and shared ambition”. New Zealand has committed $20 billion investment over 15 years. Indian exports will get zero duty access. The deal also offers 5,000 work visas for Indian professionals for up to three years. Both sides will ease trade in wine, farm goods and key industries. (PC: HT)