Gaza airstrike targeted Hamas military wing leader, Israel says

“Al-Haddad was responsible for the murder, abduction, and harm inflicted upon thousands of Israeli civilians and IDF soldiers,” the statement issued by the office of the Defence Minister said

Nepal students protest government ban on unions in universities

The student leaders warned that they would not accept any move that, according to them, weakens democratic practices in the country

Insensitivity and lack of concern, alleges Congress on Centre’s silence over U.P. storm deaths

Congress leader Ajay Rai said that the Union Government failed to respond appropriately to the crisis, especially as Russian President expressed condolences to India after 111 deaths and widespread destruction in U.P.

Israel, Lebanon agree to extension of ceasefire despite new strikes

It comes after two “productive” days of talks and will be followed by more negotiations on June 2-3, State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said

CS wants officials to speed up process for high-speed rail corridors; Railways urge govt to acquire land for rail depots

Telangana’s Chief Secretary urges swift land acquisition for high-speed rail corridors to enhance connectivity and economic development

UDF to finalise Cabinet formation on Saturday

Key decisions regarding the new government, including Cabinet formation and portfolio allocation, will be finalised at the meeting, says convener Adoor Prakash

Supreme Court is death knell for Virginia’s Democratic-friendly congressional maps

The new map was drawn by Democrats and approved by Virginia voters, but the state Supreme Court declared the referendum null and void because lawmakers failed to follow the proper procedures to get the issue on the ballot.

Bandra Blasters to face Eagle Thane Strikers in T20 Mumbai opener

The tournament is expected to showcase marquee names including Suryakumar Yadav, Shreyas Iyer, Ajinkya Rahane, Shivam Dube and Yashasvi, alongside rising stars like Angkrish Raghuvanshi and Musheer Khan

Rajasthan seeks permanent membership in Bhakra Beas Management Board

The Minister said appropriate decisions regarding water storage up to the maximum reservoir level of dams under the BBMB should be taken expeditiously after the completion of necessary studies

Elgar case: NIA seeks cancellation of bail of activists Sudha Bharadwaj and Varavara Rao

The NIA said that Bharadwaj and Rao attended a meeting on the Mumbai Press Club terrace on January 19, where other co-accused in the Elgaar Parishad case were also present