Canada's intelligence agency, CSIS, has accused India of spying and interfering in Canadian affairs. In its 2023 report, CSIS named India, China, Russia, and Iran as major perpetrators of foreign interference and espionage. The agency also linked India to the murder of a pro-Khalistan activist in British Columbia last year. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau vowed to protect Canadian sovereignty and hold those responsible accountable. The accusation has sparked tensions between Canada and India, with potential diplomatic implications.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed US warnings to halt the military operation in Gaza, saying Israel will fight on, even if it means standing alone. The US has suspended delivery of bombs and artillery shells, citing concerns over civilian deaths. Despite pressure, Netanyahu invoked Israel's War of Independence, saying the country emerged victorious against all odds. Defence Minister Yoav Gallant also rejected US warnings, stating Israel cannot be subdued. The operation has sparked international concern, with thousands fleeing the southern city of Rafah. The US has warned of further action if the operation continues.

In a surprising turn of events during the ongoing Lok Sabha elections, Ibrahim Moosa, a convict in the 1993 Bombay blasts, was spotted campaigning for Amol Kirtikar, a Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) candidate in Mumbai North West. The viral video sparked controversy, with BJP MLA Ameet Satam condemning Kirtikar and Congress for Moosa's involvement. Moosa, convicted for supplying arms to actor Sanjay Dutt, served a 10-year sentence under TADA before entering politics. Satam labeled the incident as a dangerous alliance between Mumbai's enemies and Congress, framing it as a battle between nationalist forces and external threats.

A group of doctors under the Awaken India Movement (AIM) have expressed concern over the safety of Covishield, the Covid vaccine manufactured by Serum Institute of India. This comes after AstraZeneca admitted in a UK court that its Covid vaccine can cause blood clots in rare cases. The doctors urged the government to review the science behind all Covid vaccines and implement a monitoring mechanism to identify adverse events early. They criticized the government for promoting vaccines as "safe and effective" without scientific investigation, despite rising cases of post-vaccination deaths.

The Port of Baltimore hopes to unblock its shipping channel by the end of May, according to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. The channel has been closed since a container ship struck the Key Bridge on March 26, killing six workers. The closure has impacted supply chains, but shipping companies have adapted well. The US Army Corps of Engineers initially estimated a reopening by May 10, but warned of potential delays due to weather and the complexity of the cleanup. Efforts are underway to remove the vessel and debris, with the goal of restoring normal operations by month's end.

Israeli warplanes have struck Gaza's southern city of Rafah, despite US President Joe Biden's warning to halt artillery supplies if a full-scale assault continues. The strikes have caused widespread destruction and civilian casualties, prompting international condemnation. Biden criticized Israel's conduct, saying "civilians have been killed... it's just wrong." The US has grown increasingly critical of Israel's actions, straining their alliance. Pro-Palestinian protests have erupted across US universities, demanding an end to the violence. The Gaza war began with a Hamas attack on Israel in October, killing over 1,170 people, mostly civilians.

A chartered flight from Dubai with 253 foreigners, including 75 from Gujarat and some from Punjab, was sent back from Kingston, Jamaica, due to security concerns. The tourists, who had prior hotel bookings, were deemed not to be genuine tourists by local authorities. The flight was ordered to return to Dubai, and the passengers left on May 7. Central agencies are investigating the matter, suspecting that the tourists may have been planning to illegally immigrate to the US through the Mexico border.

Iran has released five Indian sailors who were detained on an Israel-linked cargo ship. The ship, MSC Aries, was seized by Iran's Revolutionary Guard on April 13. The sailors were among 17 Indians on board. One sailor was released earlier in April. The Indian Embassy in Iran confirmed the release and thanked Iranian authorities for their cooperation. The ship remains in Iranian custody. The sailors' release brings relief to their families and the Indian government, which had been working for their freedom.

A teacher and two others were arrested in Godhra, Gujarat, for helping six students cheat in the NEET-UG exam. The teacher, Tushar Bhatt, was in charge of the exam center. The accused planned to fill in answers after the exam. Police found a list of 16 students on Bhatt's phone and Rs 7 lakh in cash in his car. The arrests were made after a tip-off led to an investigation. The three have been booked for exam malpractice. The incident highlights the need for strict vigilance to prevent such frauds in competitive exams.

A Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle struck a major Russian oil processing plant in Bashkiria from an astounding distance of 1,500 kilometers (932 miles) away, according to a Kyiv intelligence source. This long-range attack, Ukraine's furthest since the war began, targeted the Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat complex, Russia's largest oil processing facility. The strike, along with hits on two other oil depots in southern Russia, aims to undermine Russian forces by disrupting crucial energy infrastructure that funds the economy and the ongoing invasion of Ukraine.