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Watch: National anthem played at Eden Gardens ahead of KKR vs CSK match
Ahead of the IPL match between KKR and CSK, Eden Gardens paid tribute to the Indian Armed Forces for Operation Sindoor, a strategic missile operation. This operation targeted sites in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists.
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Gold prices cross Rs 1 lakh per 10 grams amid India-Pak tensions
Gold prices in India surged past Rs 1 lakh per 10 grams, fueled by escalating India-Pakistan tensions following reported missile strikes on terrorist targets. The surge prompted investors to seek safe-haven assets. Silver prices also rose, while international spot gold declined due to easing global geopolitical concerns amid US-China trade talks.
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'Prepared to ...': What NSA Doval told China about Op Sindoor
Following Operation Sindoor, NSA Ajit Doval assured counterparts in the US, UK, Saudi Arabia, and other nations that India doesn't intend to escalate tensions with Pakistan. Doval emphasized that India's actions were measured and restrained, but the nation is fully prepared to retaliate decisively if Pakistan initiates any hostile actions. He briefed officials on the precision strikes targeting terror infrastructure.
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Army videos show how India destroyed Pakistan terror camps
Following the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, the Indian Army launched "Operation Sindoor," targeting nine terrorist locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir. The strikes, executed with precision, aimed at dismantling critical infrastructure belonging to terror groups like LeT, JeM, and Hizbul Mujahideen.
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25 minutes, 9 terror camps, at least 70 terrorists: How Army executed Operation Sindoor
Indian armed forces executed 'Operation Sindoor', dismantling nine terrorist camps in Pakistan and PoK in a swift 25-minute operation. Foreign Secretary Misri cited the Pahalgam attack as the impetus, emphasizing the need to deter further cross-border terrorism. Colonel Qureshi detailed the targeted sites, while Wing Commander Singh highlighted the strategic rationale and precision of the operation, ensuring minimal civilian impact.
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Shoaib Ibrahim reacts to rumours of Dipika Kakar's Label DKI shutting down
Dipika Kakar and Shoaib Ibrahim's ethnic apparel brand, Label DKI, faced rumors of shutting down, which Shoaib addressed in an Instagram Q&A. He clarified that the brand is not closing but experiencing delays in new stock. Shoaib also mentioned considering a discount sale on existing stock before launching fresh designs, dismissing the fake news circulating about the brand's closure.
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Operation Sindoor impact on IPL: With airports shut, Dharamsala travel plans hit
While Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) are already there for their match on May 8, Mumbai Indians (MI) were scheduled to reach later this week. Now with Dharamsala airport, and neighbouring Amritsar and Chandigarh airports shut, the teams and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) would look to swing a plan in action.
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Sachin Tendulkar reacts to 'Operation Sindoor': ‘No room for terrorism’
Sachin Tendulkar and other cricketers applaud Operation Sindoor. The operation retaliated against the Pahalgam terror attack. Indian Air Force targeted terror launchpads in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The strikes focused on Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba infrastructure. Defence officials confirm targets were carefully selected. It reinforces India’s counter-terrorism policy. Operation Sindoor sparks national unity.
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Airports shut, flights cancelled: How Op Sindoor has impacted air travel in north India
Following Operation Sindoor, several airlines have suspended air travel to northern India due to airport closures and airspace restrictions. IndiGo cancelled approximately 160 domestic flights, impacting services to high-alert zones. Air India, Alliance Air, SpiceJet, Air India Express, and Akasa Air also cancelled or rerouted flights, offering refunds and rescheduling options to affected passengers.
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Who is Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, IAF chopper pilot at 'Operation Sindoor' briefing
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh jointly led the media briefing on 'Operation Sindoor,' India's retaliatory strike on terror camps in Pakistan and PoK, following the Pahalgam massacre. The operation targeted and destroyed nine terror hideouts, including camps linked to the 26/11 attacks.
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Govt releases footage of Army bombing terror camps in Pakistan & PoK
The Indian Armed Forces announced "Operation Sindoor," targeting Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed terror camps in Pakistan and PoJK. Colonel Sofiya Qureshi presented video evidence of successful strikes on terror camps, clarifying that no military installations were targeted and no civilian casualties were reported.
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Who's Col Sofiya Qureshi? Army officer who briefed world on 'Operation Sindoor'
Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi briefed the media on Operation Sindoor, India's decisive response to the Pahalgam terror attack. The operation targeted and destroyed nine terror hideouts in Pakistan and PoK, focusing on Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen. Col Qureshi, known for her leadership in multinational exercises and peacekeeping missions, exemplifies India's commitment to women in military roles.
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Bhuvneshwar credits Virat Kohli for India's Test transformation
Bhuvneshwar Kumar credits Virat Kohli for transforming India's Test cricket with his aggressive mindset and focus on winning overseas. Kumar, who last played internationally in 2022, acknowledges emerging talents while quietly making an impact in IPL 2025 with 12 wickets in 10 games. Despite past injuries, he remains philosophical, focusing on present performance and expressing no regrets about his career.
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'Targets chosen on credible intel': Govt shares details of 'Operation Sindoor'
Following the Pahalgam terrorist attack that killed 25 Indians and one Nepali citizen, India launched 'Operation Sindoor,' targeting nine terrorist camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Foreign Secretary Misri cited intelligence of impending attacks, justifying the strikes as a necessary deterrent.
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Anand Mahindra on Operation Sindoor: Our prayers are with ...
Following the launch of Operation Sindoor by the Indian government, Anand Mahindra, Chairman of Mahindra Group, voiced his support for the Indian Armed Forces. He conveyed a message of solidarity on Twitter, emphasizing national unity. Operation Sindoor targeted terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terrorist attack.
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Pakistan stock market crashes 5% after India strikes terrorist camps
Following India's military operations targeting terrorist facilities in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, the Pakistani stock market plummeted by 5%. In contrast, Indian markets displayed resilience, quickly recovering.
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Kangana says ‘zero tolerance to terror’, wishes forces ‘safety & success’
Following the devastating Pahalgam attack, the Indian Armed Forces launched 'Operation Sindoor,' targeting nine terrorist camps across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This precision mission aimed to dismantle key bases used for planning attacks against India. Bollywood celebrities, including Kangana Ranaut and Akshay Kumar, have lauded the armed forces' decisive action and expressed solidarity with the nation.
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Operation Sindoor: Why these 9 terror hideouts were chosen by the Army
Following the deadly Pahalgam attack, the Indian Army and IAF launched 'Operation Sindoor,' destroying nine terror hideouts linked to JeM, LeT, and Hizbul Mujahideen in Pakistan and PoK. The strikes targeted key training and operational centers, including Markaz Subhan Allah and Markaz Taiba, used for indoctrination, training, and planning attacks like the Pulwama bombing.
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Seven dead, 38 injured as Pak Army targets civilian areas along LoC in J&K
Pakistani forces shelled villages along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. Seven people died, including a woman and two children. Thirty-eight others sustained injuries. Poonch district experienced the most casualties. Indian Army retaliated to the ceasefire violations. The violations started after India conducted missile strikes on terror targets. Ten people were injured in Uri sector.
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Operation Sindoor: Cricketers react after India strikes terror camps in Pakistan
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, Indian armed forces executed missile strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and PoK under 'Operation Sindoor'. The Defence Ministry confirmed the strikes, emphasising they were focused and non-escalatory, specifically targeting terrorist infrastructure. Several prominent figures, including cricketers like Virender Sehwag, have reacted to the news on social media.
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