Imtiyaz Ahmed, a 23-year-old from Kulgam, Jammu and Kashmir, was detained by police over alleged links to a Lashkar-e-Taiba sleeper cell. Authorities claim that during an operation to identify a militant hideout, Ahmed attempted to escape by jumping into the Vaishow stream, resulting in his drowning. Drone footage purportedly shows him leaping into the fast-flowing water. Contrarily, Ahmed's family alleges custodial death, asserting he was killed while in police custody. The incident has ignited public outrage, with political leaders, including Mehbooba Mufti, demanding a judicial probe. The circumstances surrounding Ahmed's death remain contentious, highlighting ongoing tensions and concerns over custodial practices in the region.

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir uncovered a terror hideout in Surankote, Poonch, days after the deadly Pahalgam attack that killed 26. In a joint operation, the Army and J&K Police recovered five IEDs—three hidden in tiffin boxes and two in steel buckets—along with communication equipment and other material. The bust is part of a broader crackdown to dismantle terror networks following the April 22 massacre. Large-scale raids, detentions, and demolitions are underway across the Valley. Authorities say the goal is to preempt further attacks and eliminate the support systems aiding cross-border terrorism in the region. (PC: India Today)

Intelligence sources have warned of possible terror attacks on high-security jails in Jammu and Kashmir, including Srinagar Central Jail and Kot Bhalwal Jail, where high-profile terrorists are lodged. The alert follows the NIA’s questioning of two overground workers linked to the recent Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, including a Nepali national. Security has been ramped up, with CISF chief RS Bhatti holding urgent meetings with the security grid. The April 22 attack, reportedly rescheduled due to PM Modi's canceled visit, has intensified Indo-Pak tensions, leading to diplomatic and logistical fallout, including airspace closure and border pact terminations. (PC: PTI)

Fresh CCTV footage from Pahalgam shows terrified tourists, including children and elderly individuals, fleeing the market area minutes after a brutal terror attack at Baisaran meadow on April 22. The attack, carried out by Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba militants, left 26 tourists dead. Vehicles carrying injured victims were also seen in the footage, offering crucial evidence for investigators. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has interrogated over 100 locals, including a shopkeeper who went missing on the day of the attack. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has vowed a strong response, assuring the nation that India will act firmly against its enemies.

Three Indian Army jawans were killed on Sunday after their truck plunged into a 600-foot-deep gorge near Battery Chashma in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district. The accident occurred around 11:30 AM as the vehicle, part of a convoy headed from Jammu to Srinagar along NH-44, skidded off the road. The deceased were identified as Sepoys Amit Kumar, Sujeet Kumar, and Man Bahadur. A joint rescue operation was launched by the Army, police, SDRF, and Civil QRT Ramban. The tragic incident comes amid heightened military activity following the recent Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. (PC: Times Now)

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday vowed a strong response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians on April 22. Speaking at the Sanskriti Jagran Mahotsav in Delhi, Singh said, “As Defence Minister, it is my responsibility to give a befitting reply to those who dare to attack our country.” He added, “Under PM Modi’s leadership, what you desire will certainly happen.” His remarks come after PM Modi’s high-level security meeting where the armed forces were given full freedom to plan a response. Singh also highlighted India’s strength in both military might and spiritual heritage. (PC: ANI)

Tension erupted outside a NEET exam centre in Kalaburagi, Karnataka, as Brahmin community members protested the alleged removal of sacred threads (Janivara) from candidates. The protest was sparked after student Shripad Patil was reportedly made to remove his thread at St. Mary’s School before entering the exam hall. Videos showed demonstrators confronting officials, accusing them of disrespecting religious sentiments and violating government norms. This follows a similar incident during April’s CET exam. Despite prior instructions, fresh claims surfaced that several Brahmin students were again forced to remove or cut their threads, prompting widespread outrage and calls for accountability. (PC: ANI)

Days before the April 22 Pahalgam massacre that claimed 26 lives, intelligence agencies had warned of a potential terrorist attack targeting tourists in and around Srinagar. Despite heightened security in the Zabarwan foothills and combing operations in areas like Dachigam and Nishat, the attack occurred in Baisaran Valley, Pahalgam. Investigations reveal that four terrorists, including two from South Kashmir, orchestrated the assault. These individuals had traveled to Pakistan via the Attari border, where they received training and possibly herded tourists to the attack site. Security agencies are now focusing on identifying the remaining perpetrators and understanding the lapses that led to this tragedy. (PC: PTI)

On May 4, 2025, an Air India flight (AI139) en route from Delhi to Tel Aviv was diverted to Abu Dhabi following a missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport, allegedly carried out by Yemen’s Houthi rebels. The missile struck close to Terminal 3, creating a crater and injuring four people. In response, Air India suspended flights to Tel Aviv until May 6. The Houthis claimed the strike was in support of Palestinians in Gaza. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz warned, “Whoever harms us, we will harm them sevenfold.” Investigations and security reviews are ongoing. (PC: Reuters)

A stampede broke out during a festival in Goa, causing injuries to several attendees. Goa's tourism official downplayed the severity of the incident, stating, "A minor incident happened at the same site during last year’s fest." This remark highlights the recurring nature of such incidents at the event's venue. Authorities are now investigating both occurrences to implement better safety protocols for future festivals. The government has assured that measures will be taken to avoid similar events in the future to ensure public safety. (PC: PTI)