Times of India

A passenger, estimated to be between 30 and 35 years old, was discovered deceased in a toilet aboard the Ahmedabad-Kolkata Express at Sagar railway station in Madhya Pradesh on Thursday. The train was temporarily stopped, and authorities are working to identify the victim, who was traveling in a general coach.

Amid escalating tensions, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged India and Pakistan to de-escalate immediately, speaking with S Jaishankar and Shehbaz Sharif. He emphasized US support for direct dialogue and asked Pakistan to end support for terrorist groups, following retaliatory air strikes and India's Operation Sindoor. Blackouts have been enforced in border regions of Jammu, Punjab and Rajasthan.

Following cross-border tensions, the BCCI halted the Punjab Kings versus Delhi Capitals match, prioritizing player safety. A special train is being arranged to safely transport players, staff, and the broadcast crew. The BCCI will assess the situation to decide on the tournament's future, with player safety remaining the top priority.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB), facing criticism for low conviction rates, successfully convicted a retired senior transport official in an 11-year-old bribery case. Rajendra Aknath Nerkar, along with an accomplice, was sentenced for accepting a bribe to return bus documents. This conviction highlights ACB's commitment to prosecuting high-ranking officials despite past challenges with evidence and witness availability.

Due to rain at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) in Dharamsala, the match between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Delhi Capitals (DC) has been called off. Earlier, Shreyas Iyer of Punjab Kings won the toss and chose to bat in the rain-delayed match against Delhi Capitals. DC made one change, replacing Vipraj Nigam with Madhav Tiwari, while PBKS remained unchanged.

President Murmu has sanctioned the prosecution of Lalu Prasad in the railways jobs-for-land case, paving the way for a fast-tracked trial. The ED's chargesheets accuse Lalu and associates of accepting land as bribes for railway jobs during his tenure as minister. This sanction allows for daily hearings in a special court, expediting trials in both CBI and ED cases involving alleged corruption and money laundering.

Vatican City is abuzz as white smoke billows from the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of a new Pope after two unsuccessful ballots. A cardinal will soon announce 'Habemus Papam!' from St. Peter’s Basilica, revealing the chosen cardinal's birth name and his selected papal name.

Following the recent attack in Pahalgam, the Indian government has heightened security measures at all airports and flights nationwide. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security has mandated secondary ladder point security checks for all passengers and banned visitor entry to terminals.

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.

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.

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.

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna has recommended the impeachment of Justice Yashwant Varma following a Supreme Court panel's indictment in a cash recovery controversy. The CJI submitted the inquiry report and Justice Varma's response to the President and Prime Minister. Justice Varma has denied the allegations in his responses to both the Delhi high court Chief Justice and the Supreme Court-appointed committee.

Pakistan's shifting narrative on Sajid Mir, a key 26/11 plotter, has exposed its deception in combating terrorism, according to Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. Initially declared a non-entity and then presumed dead, Mir's existence was later acknowledged amid pressure from the FATF.

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri has firmly refuted Pakistan's claims of downing Indian jets amidst heightened tensions following India's 'Operation Sindoor.' Misri highlighted Pakistan's history of falsehoods, citing instances dating back to 1947 and its alleged targeting of the Neelum-Jhelum dam.