In an extraordinary IPL 2025 match, Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi stunned the cricket world by smashing his first IPL century in just 35 balls — the fastest ever by an Indian in IPL history. Facing Gujarat Titans, Suryavanshi scored 101 off 38 balls, also recording the season’s quickest half-century in just 17 balls. His explosive innings powered RR to 174/2 in just 13 overs, chasing GT’s 210-run target. Teammate Yashasvi Jaiswal supported with a fifty, while GT’s Shubman Gill scored 84 earlier before being substituted by Rashid Khan. This match is crucial for RR's playoff qualification hopes. (PC: BCCI)

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif claimed on Monday that India’s military action was imminent following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. Asif stated Pakistan had reinforced its forces and made key strategic decisions amid heightened tensions. He warned nuclear weapons would only be used if Pakistan’s existence was directly threatened. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for a neutral, transparent probe into the attack, a move dismissed by J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah. India’s investigation points to Pakistani involvement, an allegation Islamabad denies. The UN has urged both nations to exercise "maximum restraint" amid rising tensions. (PC: PTI)

In a heartfelt speech in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah condemned the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26, including 25 tourists. Reading each victim’s name and state, he emphasized nationwide grief and unity. Abdullah praised locals' bravery, recounting stories of rescue efforts by Kashmiris during the tragedy. He stressed that terrorism can only end when people stand with the administration, highlighting widespread spontaneous protests across Kashmir against the attack. The Opposition joined in applauding Abdullah’s response, marking a rare moment of unity. Abdullah urged caution to preserve public trust and honor the spirit of Kashmir's true hospitality. (PC: PTI)

A rare atmospheric phenomenon has triggered a massive power outage across Spain, Portugal, and parts of France and Andorra, plunging cities into darkness. Authorities ruled out a cyberattack, attributing the blackout to unusual temperature variations affecting electricity flows. Traffic lights failed, metros in Lisbon and Porto shut down, and shops closed across Madrid. Spain’s grid operator estimates restoration within 6–10 hours, while Portugal’s REN warned full recovery could take up to a week. The European Commission is coordinating with local authorities to investigate. Citizens have been urged to limit emergency calls and avoid road travel where possible. (PC: Reuters)

Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack, former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has advised his brother, Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, to pursue a diplomatic path to ease the situation. Nawaz urged Shahbaz to refrain from anti-India comments and emphasized that diplomacy could defuse the crisis. The advice comes after several Pakistani leaders made harsh remarks against India. Nawaz, who previously faced challenges during the Kargil conflict, seeks stability in relations with India following the recent escalation. Shahbaz had visited Nawaz in Lahore to discuss the ongoing tensions. (PC: Anandabazar)

A massive power outage on April 28, 2025, affected Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France, causing widespread disruptions. Madrid and Barcelona faced mobile network failures, halted metro trains, and suspended flights. The Madrid Open tennis matches were also interrupted. Spain's grid operator Red Eléctrica estimated power restoration could take up to 10 hours. Portugal's government linked the issue to Spain’s electrical grid. Emergency services managed traffic as lights went out, while backup power systems supported essential services like Lisbon Airport. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the outage. (PC: Reuters)

A 23-year-old man was assaulted and threatened on a Bhopal-Indore passenger train after watching a reel about the Pahalgam terror attack. On April 27, two unidentified men verbally abused the victim, making offensive remarks about India and the Constitution. They even attempted to throw him off the moving train. Following the incident, the victim reported the assault to the government railway police (GRP), leading to the registration of a case. GRP is investigating the attack using CCTV footage to identify the suspects. (PC: TOI, AI Image)

A widespread power outage hit Spain, Portugal, and parts of France on April 28, 2025, causing severe disruptions. The blackout affected major cities like Madrid and Lisbon, halting metro services, flights, and train operations. Madrid Open tennis matches were suspended due to power loss, and fans were forced to wait as scoreboards and cameras went offline. In Lisbon, public transport came to a halt, and traffic lights failed. While Spain’s Red Electrica works on restoring power, the cause remains under investigation. Thousands of people were stranded as airports and transport systems grappled with the crisis. (PC: Reuters)

Amid rising tensions following the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Pakistan has begun evacuating terror launch pads across Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) and relocating militants to bunkers, sources reveal. Indian intelligence agencies had flagged 42 active camps in the region, prompting the Pakistani Army to shield these positions from potential Indian strikes. Key locations like Kel, Sardi, and Dudhnial have seen the repositioning of militants. The move follows the killing of 26 people in Pahalgam by terrorists linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba’s offshoot, The Resistance Front. Over 150 militants are reportedly stationed in PoK, prepared for infiltration. (PC: India Today)

A widespread power outage hit Spain, Portugal, and parts of France on April 28, 2025, leaving millions without electricity and causing massive disruptions. Trains, metros, and airports were halted, with significant delays at Madrid’s Barajas Airport. The blackout, which began around 12:30 p.m. local time, also affected communication networks and caused chaos in major cities. The cause of the outage remains unknown, but officials have confirmed power restoration in certain areas. The disruption, rare for the Iberian Peninsula, continues to impact daily life and travel.