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India Strikes Six Key Pakistani Airbases in Major Retaliatory Operation
- India launched precision strikes on six Pakistani airbases after Pakistan attacked 26 Indian locations.
- Chaklala (Nur Khan) base is near Islamabad, crucial for VIP transport and military command.
- Targeted bases-Chaklala, Murid, Rafiqui, Rahim Yar Khan, Sukkur, Chunian-are vital for Pakistan’s air operations.
- Murid airbase is a hub for Pakistani drone operations; Rafiqui is a major operational base.
- India stated the strikes were retaliatory, aimed at military targets, and intended to minimize collateral damage.
Neeraj Chopra Breaks 90m Barrier, Joins Elite Javelin Club at Doha Diamond League
- Neeraj Chopra threw 90.23m in Doha, becoming the 25th man to join the 90m club.
- Chopra set a new Indian national record and became only the third Asian to cross 90m.
- Germany’s Julian Weber also breached 90m for the first time, winning with a 91.06m throw.
- The 90m mark has been crossed 129 times by 26 athletes, led by world record holder Jan Zelezny.
- Chopra’s achievement is seen as a major milestone for Indian athletics and global javelin history.
Inside India’s Election Social Media Cell: Shift from Election Oversight to Full-Time Crisis War Room After Operation Sindoor
- After Operation Sindoor, the IT Ministry’s election-time social media cell became a 24/7 war room.
- The cell’s mandate expanded to blocking Pakistan-sponsored content and misinformation under Section 69A of the IT Act.
- A team of at least 19, including technical experts, monitored and flagged misleading content round-the-clock.
- Tens of thousands of social media accounts and several websites spreading fake news were blocked.
- The government’s aggressive online crackdown followed a surge in fake visuals, deepfakes, and disinformation after the India-Pakistan military escalation.
RCB vs KKR IPL 2025: Bengaluru Go Top as Rain Washes Out Match, KKR Knocked Out
- The RCB vs KKR match was abandoned due to persistent rain, with no play possible.
- Both teams received one point; RCB climbed to the top of the IPL 2025 points table with 17 points.
- Kolkata Knight Riders were officially eliminated from playoff contention, stuck at 12 points from 13 matches.
- RCB, Gujarat Titans, Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians, Delhi Capitals, and Lucknow Super Giants remain in playoff contention.
- KKR became the fourth team knocked out, joining CSK, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad on the sidelines.
Shiv Sena (UBT) vs PM Modi, Recent Political Attacks by Uddhav Thackeray
- Shiv Sena (UBT) has sharply attacked PM Modi, questioning his tough talk on terrorism.
- Sanjay Raut criticized Modi for not following through on his promise to "enter and kill" terrorists.
- The party accused Modi of agreeing to a US-backed ceasefire, calling it a betrayal of India's stance.
- Shiv Sena (UBT) used the phrase "enter your house and kill you" to mock Modi’s earlier rhetoric.
- The attacks were published in party mouthpieces and speeches, intensifying political tensions in Maharashtra.
Free Entry to Taj Mahal, Red Fort, and All ASI Monuments Today
- Entry to all ASI-protected monuments and museums, including Taj Mahal and Red Fort, is free today.
- This initiative marks International Museum Day, celebrated nationwide on May 18, 2025.
- Free access applies to 3,698 monuments and 52 museums managed by the Archaeological Survey of India.
- The move aims to boost public engagement with India's cultural heritage and historical legacy.
- Recent upgrades include new museums and modern experiences like AR-VR at several heritage sites.