ALM Fazlur Rahman, a retired Bangladeshi general closely associated with Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, suggested that Bangladesh should invade and occupy India’s seven northeastern states if India attacks Pakistan in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack. Rahman also called for a military alliance with China to pursue this idea. His remarks, made on Facebook, come amid strained relations between India and Bangladesh. This comes after Yunus previously called Bangladesh the “only guardian of the ocean” in the region, which led to a diplomatic clash with India, especially regarding the northeastern states. (PC: X/@ChiefAdviserGoB)

A powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit the Drake Passage off the southern coast of Chile and Argentina on May 2, 2025. The epicenter was located 219 km from Ushuaia, Argentina, at a depth of 10 km. In response, both Chile and Argentina issued tsunami warnings, urging residents along the Magallanes coastline to evacuate. Chilean President Gabriel Boric called for the evacuation of coastal areas, while over 1,100 people in Puerto Williams were relocated to safer areas. Aftershocks have been reported, and local authorities continue to monitor the situation, advising residents to move to areas higher than 30 meters above sea level. 

In a sharp diplomatic shift, the United States has firmly backed India following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, mostly Hindus. Washington dismissed Pakistan’s demand for a third-party investigation and emphasized India’s right to act against terrorism. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance expressed strong support for India in talks with Indian leaders. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also reaffirmed US solidarity. Intelligence and diplomatic voices, including Tulsi Gabbard and State Department officials, condemned the attack, calling for accountability. The US stance marks a significant tilt in favor of India in South Asia’s strategic landscape. (PC: News18)

Prince Harry has lost his Court of Appeal challenge regarding the level of personal security he receives during visits to the UK. The Duke of Sussex had argued he was unfairly treated after his taxpayer-funded protection was downgraded in 2020, following his departure as a working royal. Claiming he faced "unjustified and inferior treatment," Harry’s case was rejected by three judges. Sir Geoffrey Vos acknowledged the arguments were "powerful and moving" but said they did not constitute a valid legal claim. The prince may now seek to escalate the case to the UK Supreme Court for further review. (PC: BBC)

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has confirmed Lashkar-e-Taiba chief Hafiz Saeed’s involvement in the recent Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 civilian lives. Sources revealed Saeed was relocated to a secure hideout in Lahore's Mian Mir Cantonment by Pakistan’s ISI, four months prior to the attack. The Resistance Front (TRF), a Lashkar proxy, claimed responsibility for the brutal assault in Baisaran valley. The move, reportedly driven by fears of an Indian retaliatory strike, underscores growing international pressure on Pakistan to act against terror groups operating from its soil. NIA has submitted its findings to the Ministry of Home Affairs. (PC: Times Now)

A strong 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit off the southern coasts of Chile and Argentina on Friday, triggering a tsunami alert and widespread evacuations. The quake occurred near Cape Horn at a shallow depth of 10 km, according to the US Geological Survey. Chilean authorities, including President Gabriel Boric, ordered the evacuation of the Magallanes region’s coastline due to tsunami risks. The Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service warned of waves reaching Antarctic bases and southern Chilean cities. In Argentina’s Ushuaia, no damage or evacuations were reported. Emergency services continue to monitor the region as a precaution against aftershocks and rising sea levels. (PC: Hindustan Times)

In regions like Puglia, Italy, and Naxos, Greece, the growing trend of perfectly manicured beaches for Instagram posts is endangering local wildlife. Sand grooming machines, often used by beach resorts to create smooth, pristine shores, are inadvertently damaging the nests of loggerhead sea turtles. These machines crush eggs and disrupt nesting sites, severely affecting hatchling survival rates. Environmentalists and conservationists are sounding alarms over the harmful impact of overtourism and calling for more sustainable practices, such as limiting tourist numbers and promoting eco-friendly beach management, to protect these vital habitats. (Getty Images)  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Amaravati as the foundation of Andhra Pradesh’s dreams during a public address at the city’s foundation ceremony. Calling it a "Shakti" that will modernize the state, he said Amaravati would spearhead growth in AI, green energy, and infrastructure. PM Modi praised Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu for his vision and experience in tech-driven development and acknowledged the legacy of NTR. He emphasized the Centre’s support for rapid progress and highlighted Amaravati’s role in shaping a "Viksit Bharat." He said connectivity and innovation would transform the city into a beacon of future development. (PC: India Today)

Comedian and actor Russell Brand appeared at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on May 2, 2025, facing charges of rape, sexual assault, and indecent assault related to four women. The alleged incidents occurred between 1999 and 2005. Brand, 49, who has denied all allegations, was granted conditional bail during the brief court hearing. He confirmed his identity before being released, with a future court date set for May 30, 2025, at London’s Central Criminal Court (Old Bailey). Brand has vehemently denied engaging in non-consensual acts. (PC: Euronews)

On May 2, 2025, Israeli airstrikes across central Gaza killed at least 35 Palestinians, including nine members of a single family in the Bureij refugee camp. These strikes coincide with a crippling two-month blockade that has halted the entry of food, fuel, and medicine, triggering a humanitarian disaster. The World Health Organization warns of a catastrophic surge in child malnutrition and disease, with over 65,000 children now acutely malnourished. International agencies, including the UN and Human Rights Watch, have condemned Israel’s actions, warning they may amount to war crimes. (PC: Al Jazeera)