Ben Shenkman

And no one wants to fly over Pakistan anymore — even though Pakistan insists all of its airspace is 'not closed'

Pakistan's defence minister, Khwaja Asif, faced scrutiny on CNN after claiming Pakistan shot down five Indian jets during Operation Sindoor. He cited social media as his source, drawing a sharp response from the anchor. This followed India's Operation Sindoor, which targeted terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, responding to the Phalgam attack that killed 26 people.

Following India's strikes on terror launchpads in Pakistan and PoK after the Pahalgam attack, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat are on high alert. Public events are cancelled, schools are shut, and security is tightened. Airports face closures and flight disruptions, while railway stations increase surveillance. The nation prepares for potential retaliation, prioritizing civilian safety and readiness in border states.

Single digit outings in Adelaide and early departure in his only innings of the Brisbane Test meant Rohit was done with the middle-order gig. He made up his mind, had that tough talk with Shubman Gill, who had to miss out on a Playing XI spot due to the shuffle, and was back as an opener in front of a capacity crowd at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. India's XI changed, batting order changed but Rohit's returns remained the same. Two more single digits, India lost the Test and pressure on the Indian captain peaked.

A strategic affairs expert explains what could guide Pakistan’s response to India and why China’s decisions in the coming days will be an important factor in any potential escalation.

Elon Musk, SpaceX founder, warns of the sun's eventual destruction of Earth, advocating for Mars colonization as humanity's long-term survival strategy. He emphasizes the urgency of establishing a self-sustaining civilization on Mars, viewing it as "life insurance" for humanity. SpaceX is actively developing plans for Martian habitats and addressing the challenges of establishing a permanent colony.

Following Indian airstrikes on terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, a loud explosion was reported in Lahore, leading to temporary flight suspensions in Karachi, Lahore, and Sialkot. 'Operation Sindoor,' a tri-service mission, targeted Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen infrastructure in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, asserting India's right to act against cross-border terrorism.

Rohit Sharma has announced his retirement from Test cricket, ending speculation about his future in the format. The 38-year-old will continue to lead India in ODIs, having already retired from T20Is. Sharma scored 4,301 runs in 67 Tests, with 12 centuries. In a recent interview with journalist Vimal Kumar, Rohit opened up about his journey and the doubts he once had about leading India.