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Pakistan retaliated against India's Operation Sindoor by targeting Jammu with loitering munitions, mirroring the weapons India used to strike terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoK. Indian forces intercepted the incoming missiles and drones, prompting blackouts in Jammu regions and parts of Punjab and Rajasthan.

In the financial year 2024-25, only 2,300 traders took licences contributing ₹35 lakh in fees. The Corporation aims to increase the number to 6,000 licences by end of July, 2025

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma condoled the deaths in the mishap and assured swift medical aid to those injured

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka reviews implementation of the scheme to be launched by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on May 18  

The picturesque 20-km-long coastline, which features pristine white sand beaches, has immense potential for tourism growth, says its president P. Bhaskara Rao

Four Chinese nationals were apprehended by Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) for illegally entering India from Nepal through Raxaul without valid visas. Interrogation revealed they intended to return to Hathaura and Lumbini in Nepal. Investigation agencies, including NIA and IB, are struggling to determine the exact purpose of their visit due to a language barrier, as the individuals primarily respond in Chinese.

BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla confirmed that Rohit Sharma's Test retirement was his personal decision, with no pressure from the board or selection committee. While an undisputed white-ball icon, Sharma's Test performance varied, excelling at home but facing challenges overseas. Despite his Test retirement, Sharma will continue playing ODIs, allowing India to leverage his experience and talent in the format.

Special campaign started to offer under ground drainage connection to residents for just one rupee, says Municipal Commissioner Y.O. Nandan

Mother's Day, celebrated on the second Sunday of May, honors mothers and maternal figures for their love and sacrifices. Originating in the early 20th century with Anna Jarvis, it became a national holiday in 1914. The day is marked by gifts, quality time, and expressions of gratitude, with heartfelt wishes, messages, and quotes to make mothers feel special.

A complaint was filed at the Aluva East police station alleging that a body kept in the mortuary of the district hospital was found in a decomposed state when the relatives of the deceased came to receive it

She was hospitalised a week ago with Nipah-related symptoms, including fever and convulsions. Health Minister says emergency surveillance measures are being imposed to prevent the spread of the virus