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The award will be presented during a formal ceremony at Dubai Police Officers Club on May 15

Following the Pahalgam attack, Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti voiced concerns over large-scale detentions in J&K, fearing a message of collective punishment. Mehbooba highlighted that thousands of civilians have been taken into custody, with over 3,000 arrests and nearly 100 PSA detentions reported, urging a review of this approach to avoid deepening the trust deficit.

A passenger bus accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district resulted in the tragic loss of four lives, including an Army soldier on leave, and left over 40 individuals injured. The bus, en route from Ghani to Mendhar, veered off course and plunged into a deep gorge, prompting immediate rescue efforts by locals, police, Army, and CRPF personnel.

The Goa Coastal Zone Management Authority (GCZMA) is considering a proposal to allow event organizers to obtain a three-year permit for hosting up to 40 weddings on specific beach stretches for a fee of Rs 7 lakh. The GCZMA has also proposed changes to application fees for various construction projects, including hotels, swimming pools, and infrastructure for petroleum products, while introducing fees for flood protection walls and coastal structures.

The incident reportedly took place on May 5 around 3.30 p.m. on bus number KA51 F 6204, operating on route 276/22 near Vidyaranyapura

In a tragic incident near the Line of Control in Kupwara, an Army vehicle accident resulted in the death of two soldiers and injuries to two others. The vehicle plunged into a deep gorge after the driver lost control. This unfortunate event follows a similar accident in Ramban just two days prior, where three Army personnel lost their lives.

Gujarat Titans surged to the top of the IPL 2025 points table after defeating Mumbai Indians, securing their eighth win. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings closely follow, intensifying the playoff race. Delhi Capitals remain in contention, while Sunrisers Hyderabad were eliminated. Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings have bowed out of playoff contention, making every remaining match crucial.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has formally requested West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to cease using the term 'Jagannath Dham' for the Digha temple, asserting that it exclusively pertains to Puri. This appeal follows widespread objections and concerns that the usage dilutes Puri's unique religious and cultural significance, potentially hurting the sentiments of numerous pilgrims and misrepresenting the revered abode of Lord Jagannath.

Following the Supreme Court's clearance for civic elections in Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced that the Mahayuti alliance, comprising BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, will contest as a unified entity. However, uncertainty looms over the MVA alliance, consisting of Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and NCP (SP), regarding their united participation in the upcoming polls.

The US Congressional Budget Office projects that the cost of operating, sustaining, and modernizing US nuclear forces will surge to $946 billion between 2025 and 2034, a 25% increase from the previous estimate. This substantial investment includes modernizing delivery systems, weapons, facilities, and command and control systems. The rise is attributed to the need to replace aging legacy weapon systems and address cost overruns in programs like the Sentinel ICBM.

Son of a retired District and Sessions judge, he was elevated as a judge of the High Court in 2021

The normal onset date of the monsoon over Kerala is June 1, and it usually takes about 10 days for the system to reach Kerala from the Nicobar islands

63,982 candidates awarded certificates at the 27th convocation of Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences

China's finance minister has criticized US tariffs for destabilizing the global economy, while the foreign ministry insists the US must drop its threatening stance for any agreement. The ongoing trade dispute escalates as the US imposes high tariffs, prompting retaliation from Beijing. Despite hints of possible trade talks, China demands the removal of tariffs, a condition President Trump has dismissed.

Apart from the BJP MLA from Karnataka, his relative B.V. Srinivas Reddy, MD, Obulapuram Mining Corporation; V.D. Rajagopal, then Director of the Mining Department; and Janardan Reddy’s personal assistant, Ali Khan, were also convicted in the case registered by the CBI nearly 16 years ago