BCCI suspends IPL 2025 indefinitely amid India-Pak tensions
In a dramatic turn of events, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the indefinite suspension of the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025), citing the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan.
Stalin announces solidarity march to honour armed forces
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has announced a solidarity march in Chennai to honor the bravery and sacrifices of the Indian armed forces amid escalating tensions with Pakistan.
Security Intensified at Chennai Airport
In response to escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border, security measures have been significantly heightened at Chennai International Airport. Authorities have implemented comprehensive protocols to ensure the safety of passengers and airport operations.
BSF foils infiltration bid in Samba, 7 Terrorists killed
Pakistani troops resumed firing across the Line of Control (LoC), including Kupwara and Uri, early Friday morning. This came after Indian army foiled Pakistani military’s attempts to target 15 cities in northern and western India, using drones and missiles, on Thursday night.
Pak SC strengthens army chief Asim Munir’s hands
While an unpopular, war-hungry General Asim Munir is floundering in a mess of his own making amid rising tensions with India, the de-facto ruler in Pakistan has been handed more power.
Indo-Pak tension: UNGA chief urges restraint
Concerned over the “escalating hostilities” between India and Pakistan, United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) president Philemon Yang on Thursday urged the neighbours to exercise restraint and initiate steps to defuse the tension.
Pakistan shuts down flight operations in major cities
The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) on Thursday suspended flight operations in all major cities, including capital Islamabad, Lahore, Sialkot and Karachi, as fear and panic gripped the country following India’s decisive Operation Sindoor strikes.
India talks to US Alamid tension with Pak
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. He said India will strongly counter any attempts to increase tension.
Bill Gates pledges his remaining fortune to Gates Foundation
Bill Gates says he will donate 99% of his remaining tech fortune to the Gates Foundation, which will now close in 2045, earlier than previously planned.