| | | | At a Glance | Pakistan-based Pulwama attack mastermind Arjumand Gulzar Dar was shot dead in POK, marking a major setback for anti-India terror networks. An Air India Bengaluru-Delhi flight declared full emergency after an engine fire warning before landing safely in Delhi. Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay expanded his Cabinet with 23 ministers, including Congress members. Calcutta HC upheld Bengal’s Bakr Eid cattle slaughter restrictions, while Gujarat Titans crushed CSK by 89 runs to edge closer to an IPL top-two finish.
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| | 🎯 Pulwama Plotter Hamza Burhan Killed By Unknown Gunmen After 7 Years |  | Mystery Killing In PoK
- Hamza Burhan, linked to the Pulwama terror attack, was reportedly shot multiple times by unidentified gunmen in Muzaffarabad, Pakistan.
- Sources claimed Burhan died after unidentified assailants carried out the attack in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir earlier this week.
- Burhan was considered one of the alleged masterminds behind the 2019 Pulwama terror attack targeting Indian security personnel.
Pulwama Attack Revisited
- The Centre designated Hamza Burhan a terrorist under UAPA in 2022, identifying him as an Al Badr associate member.
- Official records identified Burhan as Arjumand Gulzar Dar, a resident of Kharbatpora in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pulwama district.
- The 2019 Pulwama bombing killed 40 CRPF personnel after a suicide attacker rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into their convoy.
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| | | 🎁 Silk Stoles For Meloni, Mangoes For UAE: PM Modi’s Desi Diplomacy Goes Global |  | Threads Of Tradition- Prime Minister Narendra Modi gifted Giorgia Meloni rare Muga and Shirui Lily silk stoles, showcasing Assam and Manipur’s textile heritage.
- Italian President Sergio Mattarella received a marble inlay box alongside recordings of Pandit Bhimsen Joshi and MS Subbulakshmi celebrating India’s classical traditions.
- Gifts to European leaders included Kalamkari, Pattachitra, Gond paintings, Blue Pottery and Meenakari jewellery, reflecting India’s diverse regional craftsmanship.
Grains, Crafts And Heritage
- PM Modi presented indigenous rice varieties and millet bars to FAO chief Dr Qu Dongyu, highlighting India’s agro-biodiversity and climate-resilient farming traditions.
- Sweden’s Prime Minister received a Shantiniketan messenger bag, Tagore’s works, Loktak Tea and Ladakh Pashmina symbolising India’s artistic and ecological richness.
- UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan was gifted Kesar mangoes, Meghalaya pineapples and a Rogan painting.
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| | ⚖️ No Sacrifice Without Certificate: Calcutta HC Backs Bengal’s Cattle Slaughter Curbs |  | Court Backs State Notification
- The Calcutta high court refused to stay the West Bengal government’s notification restricting cattle slaughter ahead of next week’s festival.
- A division bench led by Chief Justice Sujoy Paul said the notification was issued in line with earlier court directions.
- The court also noted that the Supreme Court had previously ruled that cow sacrifice is not an essential religious practice under Islam.
Rules, Certificates And Penalties
- The state government said bulls, bullocks, cows, calves and buffaloes cannot be slaughtered without an official fitness certificate.
- Municipal or panchayat authorities and a government veterinary surgeon can jointly issue certificates if an animal is over 14 years old or medically unfit.
- The notification warned that slaughter in public places could invite up to six months’ imprisonment, a Rs 1,000 fine, or both.
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| | 🌡️ Boiling Point: Heatwave Scorches India As IMD Sounds Fresh Warning |  | Severe Heatwave To Continue
- The IMD said heatwave to severe heatwave conditions are likely to continue over northwest and central India for the week.
- Delhi is expected to touch 46°C, while Punjab and Haryana are also reeling under intense heat above 44–46°C.
- Banda in Uttar Pradesh recorded 48°C on Thursday, the highest in the state, with temperatures 4.5°C above normal.
IMD Issues Alerts
- The weather department issued yellow and orange alerts across multiple states as extreme temperatures persist.
- Severe heat is expected in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi and parts of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh over the next several days.
- Officials warned of heatstroke risks and advised hydration, light clothing and avoiding direct sun exposure during peak hours.
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| | 🔥 Engine Fire Warning Forces Air India Emergency Landing in Delhi |  | Mid-Air Emergency Drama
- Pilots of Air India’s Bengaluru-Delhi flight declared a full emergency after receiving an engine fire warning.
- The Airbus A321 landed safely at Delhi’s IGI Airport around 9.30 pm after following emergency procedures.
- Runway 29R operations were briefly suspended while the aircraft was towed away after landing safely.
Probe Into Incident
- Air India confirmed the cockpit crew received and verified a genuine fire indication during the aircraft’s final approach.
- Around 180 passengers and crew members safely disembarked normally after the aircraft reached the airport terminal area.
- DGCA officials have launched an investigation alongside Air India to determine the cause behind the engine fire.
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| | 🔊 'Promiscuous Bahu?' Leaked Audio Exposes Ex-Judge's Shocking Interrogation |  | Questions Behind Closed Doors
- A purported audio clip allegedly captured retired judge Giri Bala Singh defending questions about Twisha Sharma’s relationships and marital conduct.
- In the recording, Singh allegedly linked “promiscuity” with social climbing, while referring to experiences working with prostitutes in Gwalior’s Reshampura.
- The tape further suggested Twisha complained that husband Samarth Singh allegedly abused her repeatedly using derogatory slurs, including “prostitute”.
Family Rift Deepens
- Major Harshit Sharma was heard confronting Singh, questioning how a mother-in-law could humiliate her own daughter-in-law over character doubts.
- Singh allegedly responded that questioning her daughter-in-law was her “right”, adding that “promiscuous behaviour” after marriage would not be tolerated.
- Meanwhile, Bhopal Police announced a Rs 30,000 reward for absconding husband Samarth Singh, while six teams continue searching and pursuing a Look Out Circular.
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| | Amaravati Bets Big On India’s Quantum Future |  | Quantum City Pitch- Amaravati wants to become India’s next deep-tech innovation hub.
- The plan focuses on quantum computing, startups, research, and talent.
- Supporters believe the city can attract serious global investment.
Silicon Valley Test- Building labs is easier than building a lasting tech ecosystem.
- Amaravati must compete with Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and global innovation hubs.
- The real challenge is turning quantum ambition into real jobs.
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| | 🎭 Vijay Completes His Grid: Full-Fledged TN Cabinet Formed; Congress's 60-Year Drought Ends |  | Congress Makes Historic Entry
- Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay allocated portfolios to newly inducted ministers in his Cabinet, including members from Congress, who secured Cabinet berths after nearly six decades.
- Two Congress MLAs were sworn in, with leaders calling the development a historic and emotional milestone.
- Party leaders linked the Cabinet entry to long-standing loyalty, celebrating the moment across cadres and social media.
Vijay Expands And Reshuffles Team
- CM Vijay inducted 23 ministers, retaining key portfolios while redistributing departments among new entrants.
- The Cabinet now has 33 members, nearing the constitutional cap, with limited scope for further inductions.
- The reshuffle reflects alliance outreach, though inclusion of additional partners like VCK and IUML remains pending.
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| | Satheesan’s ‘Menon Moment’ Leaves Kerala Congress Red-Faced And Restless |  | The Controversy
- VD Satheesan used his full name, ‘Vadasseri Damodara Menon Satheesan’, during two oath ceremonies.
- Several Congress leaders argued that publicly using the caste surname ‘Menon’ went against the party’s secular image.
- Some leaders believed the move was aimed at signalling outreach to sections of Hindu voters in Kerala.
What Satheesan Said In Defence
- Satheesan said he used his father’s name to honour his late parents and rejected claims of caste messaging.
- He said his full name is part of his official identity and is also mentioned in his passport.
- The new CM also faced criticism after the full version of ‘Vande Mataram’ was played during the swearing-in ceremony.
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| | 🏏 Titans Tear CSK Apart As Playoff Drought Continues |  | Gill-Sudharsan Stand Powers GT To 229- Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan added 125 runs for the opening wicket against Chennai Super Kings.
- The pair registered their seventh century partnership in the IPL, the most by any pair in tournament history.
- Jos Buttler scored an unbeaten 57 off 27 balls as Gujarat Titans finished on 229 for four.
Siraj Leads Collapse As CSK Crash Out
- Mohammed Siraj removed Sanju Samson off the first ball of the innings and picked up three wickets in the powerplay.
- Chennai Super Kings were bowled out for 140 in 13.4 overs while chasing 230.
- The defeat confirmed CSK’s failure to qualify for the IPL playoffs for the third straight season.
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