Christopher Jordan Wallace

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district discovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from a destroyed terrorist hideout, including IEDs and wireless sets. This discovery follows a recent deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, prompting heightened security measures across the state with increased checkpoints and deployments.

Amid escalating tensions, the IAF chief briefed PM Modi on operational readiness, including long-range fighter sorties and heightened air defense. This meeting, following a similar briefing from the Navy chief, underscores India's preparedness for potential punitive strikes against Pakistan. The IAF is conducting regular combat air patrols and increasing operational readiness platforms, with Rafales equipped for swift action.

Pakistan stands at a crossroads. It can choose to embrace a future of amicable relations with India, or risk a repetition of the circumstances that led to the breakup of the nation

The Supreme Court dismissed Sultana Begum's plea to reclaim the Red Fort, deeming her claim as the widow of Bahadur Shah Zafar II’s great-grandson misconceived and meritless. The court questioned why only the Red Fort was being claimed and not other historical sites. Begum argued her family was wrongfully deprived of the fort after the 1857 war of independence.

The Indian selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, is set to announce the squad for the England tour in May, with captaincy a key point of discussion. While Rohit Sharma's recent performance and Jasprit Bumrah's injury raise questions, the BCCI is considering Shubman Gill for a leadership role, potentially as vice-captain.

Kishan Kumar Singh, an Indian student, was arrested in North Carolina for allegedly impersonating a federal agent. He is accused of scamming a 78-year-old woman by convincing her that her bank accounts were compromised. Singh is currently held on a $1 million bond, facing felony charges for his alleged crimes.

​The uncertainty created by Trump is guaranteed to slow world growth. India cannot escape the consequences even though it will be less hard hit than others.

Ray Dalio, who predicted the 2008 crisis, warns that mishandled economic policies, particularly Trump's tariffs, could push the U.S. into a recession. He likens the tariffs' disruptive implementation to destabilizing the production system. Despite a tariff pause, Goldman Sachs estimates a significant chance of a recession within the next year, highlighting growing economic uncertainty.

Aaron Finch suggests Rishabh Pant relinquish wicketkeeping to Nicholas Pooran to improve communication and leadership amid a poor IPL season. Pant's struggles with both batting and captaincy, highlighted by a slow scoring rate and on-field frustrations, are impacting LSG's performance. Finch believes this change could help Pant regain rhythm and directly manage the team's strategies, crucial for their playoff push.

Gold futures opened higher at Rs 93,271/10 grams, while silver saw a slight increase to Rs 94,145/kg. Prices previously declined due to optimism surrounding US-China trade talks and a stronger dollar.