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Amid heightened tensions, the Indian Navy has intensified its presence in the Arabian Sea, issuing warnings to ships near its firing drill zone, close to where the Pakistan Navy is also conducting exercises.

Amid rising tensions following the Pahalgam attack, Pakistani leaders Shehbaz Sharif and Asif Ali Zardari have vowed a strong response to any Indian aggression. India, meanwhile, has promised to hunt down the perpetrators, with PM Modi granting the armed forces full operational freedom.

Pakistan has access to China’s military space capabilities. Indian armed forces lack a dedicated satellite system. Pahalgam is a reminder that New Delhi must upgrade its satellite-based surveillance network

Apple CEO Tim Cook announced that most US iPhones would be sourced from India due to rising US-China tariff tensions. The tariffs on Chinese imports could cost Apple up to $900 million. Despite these pressures, Apple reported strong earnings for the first three months of the year, with a profit increase of 4.8% and a revenue rise of 5.1%.

Donald Trump threatened sanctions on Iranian oil buyers, halting US business ties, after nuclear talks were delayed. Oman cited logistical reasons for postponing the meeting, while Iran affirmed commitment to a fair agreement. Tensions rise amid stalled negotiations, with the US hinting at military action and Iran considering nuclear weapons development.

The risk of exposing a military still being modernised may constrain Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he weighs retaliation for the Pahalgam terrorist attack

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy advises business leaders to prioritize customer focus amidst tariff and geopolitical uncertainties. He acknowledges the challenging environment created by tariffs but emphasizes fulfilling the core mission of understanding and delivering what customers want. Jassy believes concentrating on controllable factors and customer needs positions companies for success, despite external pressures.

The Delhi high court has found Yoga guru Ramdev in contempt for defying an earlier undertaking regarding disparaging remarks against Hamdard's Rooh Afza. The court expressed concern over Ramdev's lack of control and ordered him to remove an offensive social media video within 24 hours.