11:33⇢Salman Khan's Mansion Security Breach
The newspapers report on several security incidents. A security breach occurred at Salman Khan's residence when a model named Isha Chabadia entered Galaxy Apartment at 3 AM claiming the actor had called her (Aaj Tak, NDTV). In Kashmir, one soldier was martyred and two terrorists killed in the Kishtwar encounter, with operations continuing (ABP Live). Coverage of India-Pakistan tensions continues with discussion about Operation Sindoor, including questions about whether India attacked Pakistani nuclear sites (Dainik Bhaskar). The Supreme Court has completed hearings on the Waqf Amendment Act and reserved its judgment (Jagran, India Today). Other reports mention BJP's delays in appointing state and national presidents (Jansatta) and clarification that inclusion in Assam's NRC doesn't protect someone from being declared a foreigner (The Wire Hindi).09:16⇢Modi: "Sindoor Became Gunpowder" Against Pakistan
The newspapers report extensively on India-Pakistan tensions following Operation Sindoor. Prime Minister Modi's speech in Bikaner uses the metaphor of "sindoor turned to gunpowder" (sindoor bana barood), declaring Pakistan will pay for terrorism (India Today, Jansatta, Jagran, Zee News). External Affairs Minister Jaishankar commented on Pakistan's Army Chief's "extreme religious outlook" regarding the Pahalgam attack (NDTV) and countered Trump's claims about the India-Pakistan ceasefire (Times of India). In domestic news, the Supreme Court criticized the Enforcement Directorate for "crossing all limits" in TASMAC raids in Tamil Nadu, noting concerns about federal structure violations (The Hindu, Dinamalar).07:21⇢Modi Boasts of 22-Minute Retaliation Against Pakistan
The newspapers report extensively on Prime Minister Modi's speech in Bikaner, where he spoke about India's retaliation against Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam attack. Modi claimed India destroyed nine terrorist hideouts in just 22 minutes (Aaj Tak, ABP Live, Dainik Bhaskar, India Today, Jagran, Jansatta, NDTV, Times of India). He used the metaphor "sindoor turned to barood" (vermilion turned to gunpowder), suggesting India's aggressive response to attacks on its people. Meanwhile, Pakistan's PM Sharif has proposed talks with Modi, suggesting Saudi Arabia as a neutral venue (Firstpost). Other headlines mention Supreme Court proceedings on the Waqf Amendment Act (The Hindu) and a stay on the ED probe into Tamil Nadu's TASMAC (Zee News, Dinamalar).06:17⇢Israeli Diplomats Killed in Washington Museum Shooting
The newspapers report on multiple terrorism-related incidents. Two Israeli embassy staffers were killed in a shooting at a Jewish museum in Washington DC (ABP Live, NDTV, Zee News, Firstpost). Security forces are engaged in a gunfight with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, with reports of 3-4 terrorists being trapped (India Today). There's also coverage of the Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people, with a video analysis of how the attack unfolded (Dainik Bhaskar). India has expelled a Pakistani High Commission official on espionage charges, with Pakistan retaliating by expelling an Indian official (The Hindu). A report indicates Indians have the weakest ability to distinguish between fake and real news (The Wire Hindi).04:12⇢Israeli Embassy Staffers Killed in Washington DC Shooting
The newspapers report on a shooting at a Jewish museum in Washington DC that killed two Israeli embassy staffers (Aaj Tak, ABP Live, Firstpost, India Today, Jagran, NDTV, Times of India, Zee News). Security concerns continue with reports of an ISI agent named Arman who visited Pakistan multiple times and allegedly shared sensitive information (Dainik Bhaskar). In Jammu and Kashmir, security forces have surrounded terrorists in Kishtwar, with an ongoing encounter (Jansatta). Other stories include Kerala government permitting river sand mining after ten years (Dinamalar) and reports on elder abuse in Indian families despite cultural expectations of filial piety (The Print).02:47⇢Pakistan-India Tensions Escalate Post-Operation Sindoor
The newspapers report on ongoing tensions with Pakistan following Operation Sindoor, with significant coverage of security operations. A gunfight has broken out with terrorists in J&K's Kishtwar (India Today), while reports mention India's retaliation against Pakistan, destroying 5 police posts and a terrorist launch pad (ABP Live). Security agencies have busted an ISI-linked spy ring in Delhi planning terror attacks (Firstpost, Times of India). Media also covers severe weather disruptions in Delhi-NCR causing power outages, fallen poles and trees, with 12 deaths reported in UP (Jagran). An IndiGo flight encountered dangerous turbulence, resulting in aircraft damage and passenger panic (NDTV).23:55⇢Delhi Ravaged By Violent Storms
The newspapers report on severe weather affecting Delhi-NCR with thunderstorms, strong winds, and hailstorms causing widespread disruption including fallen trees, billboards, and traffic jams (Aaj Tak, Jagran, Jansatta). An IndiGo flight encountered severe turbulence near Srinagar, resulting in a damaged nose cone, though all passengers were safely evacuated (India Today, NDTV, Zee News). Security concerns feature prominently with reports of ISI spy rings planning terror attacks in Delhi being dismantled (Times of India), Pakistan's response to Operation Sindoor (ABP Live), and Trump's claims about ending India-Pakistan hostilities (The Hindu).