Kolkata Knight Riders kept their IPL 2025 playoff hopes alive with a 14-run win over Delhi Capitals. Stand-in captain Sunil Narine led from the front, taking key wickets and making bold calls. KKR scored 205, with good knocks from Rinku Singh and Angkrish Raghuvanshi. DC fought hard, with Axar Patel scoring 43 despite a finger injury. Faf du Plessis also scored 62, but KKR’s bowlers sealed the game. Varun Chakravarthy’s two quick wickets in the 17th over turned the match. KKR now face Rajasthan Royals on May 4. DC will play Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 5. (PC: AP)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a high-level security meeting following the deadly April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, declared that the Indian armed forces are “free to decide when, how to hit back.” Expressing full confidence in the professionalism of the military, Modi reiterated, “It is our national resolve to deliver a crushing blow to terrorism.” He further vowed that those responsible, including their supporters in Pakistan, will face punishment “beyond their imagination.” The meeting included Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, NSA Ajit Doval, and the chiefs of the armed services, as India considers its strategic and diplomatic responses to the attack.

Three people were killed in a shooting at a hair salon near Vaksala Square in Uppsala, Sweden. The shooter, who fled the scene on a scooter, remains at large. A large police cordon has been established, and a murder investigation is underway. The incident occurred on the eve of the Walpurgis spring festival, drawing large crowds to the area. Police are conducting a major search for the suspect, including the use of a helicopter. Train services were briefly halted to prevent the shooter from escaping. The rising frequency of gang-related violence in Sweden has raised national concerns. (PC: BBC)

British MP Bob Blackman has strongly condemned the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed the lives of 26 Hindus and Christians. Speaking in the UK Parliament, Blackman expressed solidarity with India, calling for increased international support in combating terrorism in the region. He reiterated his commitment to backing India’s efforts to eliminate terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. Sharing his statement on social media, Blackman described the attack as an "Islamist terrorist act" and urged the UK government to stand firmly with India. The attack has drawn global attention and renewed calls for international counterterrorism cooperation.

Electricity has been restored in Madrid following one of Europe’s worst blackouts, which plunged large parts of Spain and Portugal into darkness. The outage grounded flights, halted trains, and disrupted communications, prompting Spain to declare a state of emergency. Residents celebrated from balconies as power returned, though many endured a night of chaos, hunger, and disrupted sleep. In Barcelona, iconic landmarks like the Sagrada Familia faded into darkness. While energy is now mostly restored, the cause remains unknown amid fears of a cyber attack. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has urged caution against misinformation as investigations continue.

In a high-stakes IPL 2025 encounter, Kolkata Knight Riders outclassed Delhi Capitals, defending a formidable total of 204/9. KKR’s aggressive start yielded 79 runs in the powerplay, setting the tone. Ajinkya Rahane's unorthodox tactics, initially questioned, paid off as DC lost their opener early in the chase. Despite a late fightback by DC's bowlers, the chase faltered, especially after skipper Axar Patel sustained a worrying arm injury while fielding. The loss dents DC’s hopes of going top, while KKR stay alive in the playoff race. Rahane’s gamble and Axar’s injury are now the biggest talking points of the match. (PC: BCCI)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a high-level security meeting on April 29, declared that the armed forces have full operational freedom to retaliate following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. “It is our national resolve to deliver a crushing blow to terrorism,” Modi stated, as he met with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, NSA Ajit Doval, and military chiefs. The PM expressed complete confidence in the forces’ professionalism, granting them autonomy over when, how, and where to strike. India has already suspended the Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, hinting at a strong and strategic counter-response ahead. (PC: ANI)

A family from Karnataka had a miraculous escape during the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam’s Baisaran Valley, where 25 tourists were killed. Pradeep Hegde, his wife Shubha, and their son Siddhant were visiting the valley when gunmen opened fire. Mistaking the first shots for crackers, they soon realized the danger. A bullet grazed Shubha’s hair as she reached for their bag. The family fled amid chaos, aided by a brave horseman who helped them escape. Shubha kept calm, not revealing the close call to her son. Their survival was a mix of courage, quick decisions, and sheer luck. (PC: NDTV)

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will become the first Indian to visit the International Space Station (ISS) as he launches aboard SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft on May 29. Serving as pilot for the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), Shukla joins an international crew led by NASA veteran Peggy Whitson, alongside astronauts from Poland and Hungary. A decorated test pilot with over 2,000 flying hours, Shukla trained in Russia, India, and the US. He will conduct scientific experiments during his 14-day stay, including tests crucial for India’s upcoming Gaganyaan mission. This marks India’s return to human spaceflight after four decades. (PC: Axiom Space)

The UK and India are on the brink of finalizing a landmark bilateral trade agreement after an intense two-day negotiation sprint in London. Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed that 25 of 26 key issues have been resolved. British business leaders have been invited to Downing Street for an expected announcement. Talks began in 2022 and saw renewed momentum after UK Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds visited Delhi in February. While visa issues were a sticking point, both sides recently agreed on limited concessions. The deal marks a major breakthrough in UK-India relations and could significantly boost economic ties. (PC: Getty Images)