07:56⇢UP Board Exam Results Announced As Pahalgam Attack Fallout Continues
⌨The newspapers extensively report on two major stories. First, several outlets cover the Uttar Pradesh board examination results, noting that Mahak Jaiswal topped the 12th grade exams while Yash Pratap led the 10th grade results (Aaj Tak, ABP Live, Jagran). Second, coverage continues of the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, with Army Chief visiting Kashmir to review security (The Hindu), while Rahul Gandhi arrives to meet the injured. Security forces have destroyed houses of two local Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorists believed to be involved (The Print, The Wire Hindi). The government admitted security lapses at an all-party meeting (Times of India, The Wire Hindi). Military capabilities are also discussed, with reports on how Rafale jets with Scalp missiles give India enhanced strike capabilities compared to the 2019 Balakot operation (Firstpost).