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Operation Sindoor explained: From the Pahalgam terror attack to India’s midnight precision strikes, border firing, mock drills, and nuclear war fears — here’s the complete story of India’s 2025 military response against terror

From Rani Mukerji to Kareena Kapoor Khan and Deepika Padukone, these leading ladies bring the heat as they switch from their glamorous avatars to play fierce cops in films and series.

CA has reportedly tabled a record-breaking AUS $12 million "bumper" deal for Pat Cummins to ward off massive IPL franchise offers. Discover how CA is fighting to keep stars like Travis Head and Marnus Labuschagne committed to the national team through 2029

The American comedy film Legally Blonde is getting a prequel series titled Elle. On May 6, the streaming platform released the official teaser for the series, surprising fans of the cult classic. Here’s what we know so far.

A report has highlighted the dangers of not giving Vitamin K shots to newborn babies, claiming that babies are bleeding to death. It states that there has been a rise in the number of parents refusing to give the injection to their babies, complicating the problem.

Months before the release of the Harry Potter series, HBO has already started working on season 2, which will adapt JK Rowling's Chamber of Secrets. Read allthe updates here.

Beyond the precision of the strikes, the operation stood out for its extensive use of indigenous systems across missile warfare, drones, air defence and battlefield surveillance.

A study has linked less sleep to brain damage similar to that seen in Alzheimer's. Scientists say losing even one night of sleep, restlessness or insomnia can damage the brain, which needs shut-eye to store memories and function efficiently.

Indian users of Truecaller recorded 41.68 billion spam calls in 2025. India is the fifth-worst affected country for spam calls and messages. Spammers are bypassing DND rules using new techniques.

ITER, the world’s largest nuclear fusion experiment in France, has moved closer to completion after receiving the final components for its giant central solenoid magnet. Backed by seven global powers, the €22-billion project aims to replicate the Sun’s energy and unlock limitless clean power.

A close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari has been shot dead in West Bengal, triggering renewed concerns over political violence and law and order in the state. The incident has sparked strong reactions from political circles, while police have launched an investigation to identify those responsible. The killing comes amid an already tense political atmosphere in the region.

A political tussle is intensifying in Kerala as factions within the UDF clash over who will take the Chief Minister’s post after their electoral win. K. C. Venugopal claims the backing of a majority of Congress MLAs, while V. D. Satheesan asserts strong grassroots support among party workers. The internal battle has put the spotlight on leadership dynamics within the alliance, even as supporters await clarity.

Byzantium rarely relied on direct confrontation when alternatives existed. It understood that war with equal or superior rivals was often costly and strategically unnecessary.

Australia may field a second-string squad for the upcoming ODI series against Pakistan as stars like Pat Cummins and Travis Head prioritise the IPL 2026 playoffs. Discover the full tour schedule and potential replacements.

The US has decided to close its consulate in Peshawar over security concerns for diplomatic staff amid rising violence in Pakistan’s Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The US embassy in Islamabad will now oversee engagements in the region

Released on March 19, Dhurandhar: The Revenge has been stuck in a legal case for over a month. A recent update in the copyright battle between Trimurti Films and the makers of the movie over the song Tirchi Topiwala (Oye Oye) is that they have failed to settle the matter.

In the United States, a powerful late-season snowstorm swept across Colorado and Wyoming, dumping heavy snow across the Rocky Mountains and High Plains, shutting schools, disrupting flights and turning roads dangerous in what could become Denver city’s biggest snowfall of the season.

Dominican President Luis Abinader has suspended a major Canadian-backed mining project after large protests erupted over fears it could damage water sources and farmland in the country’s agricultural south.

Gill was also part of Punjab Kings (erstwhile Kings XI Punjab) in inaugural season of 2008 but did not get to play a game.