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TODAY NEWS ON April 29, 2025
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J&K Assembly passes resolution denouncing Pahalgam attack
The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly unanimously passed a resolution, moved by Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary during a special session of the Assembly, on Monday (April 28, 2025) expressing shock and anguish over the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and resolved to fight resolutely to defeat the nefarious designs to disturb communal harmony and hinder progress. The move was passed by voice vote.
Concluding a discussion on the resolution, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who also holds the tourism portfolio, condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and admitted that he had failed in his responsibility of ensuring a safe return for tourists.
Rajnath meets PM Modi; Pakistan continues violation of ceasefire along the LoC
Amidst the continuing tense situation along the Line of Control (LoC), and expectations in some sections of possible punitive action by India in response to the Pahalgam terror attack of April 22, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (April 28, 2025) in what is believed to be a review of security and preparednessdness.
Demolition drive paused in Kashmir but crackdown on supporters of terrorists intensified
Facing an outcry from regional parties, including the ruling National Conference (NC), security forces’ operation to demolish houses of suspected terrorists was apparently stopped in Kashmir on Monday. However, the major crackdown on supporters of terror outfits intensified. Meanwhile, low-scale skirmishes continued to keep the Line of Control (LoC) tense for the fourth consecutive day in Jammu and Kashmir.
Long-term and diplomatic visas of Pakistani nationals valid, say officials
Long term visas (LTVs) and official or diplomatic visas will remain valid even after the April 29 deadline when Indian visas issued to Pakistani citizens will be revoked. Officials in New Delhi clarified on the issue saying that of the 16 categories of visas issued by India to Pakistan nationals, two categories would remain valid after Tuesday (April 29, 2025) and that validity of the LTVs will not be impacted by the religious identity of the visa holders.
Conclave to elect new Pope to start on May 7, says Vatican
Catholic cardinals meeting in Rome on Monday (April 28, 2025) have set May 7 as the start date for the Conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis, the Vatican spokesman said.
The date was decided during a closed-door meeting of cardinals at the Vatican, the first since the funeral of Pope Francis on Saturday (April 26, 2025). The cardinals will take part in a solemn mass at St Peter’s Basilica, after which those eligible to vote will gather in the Sistine Chapel for the secretive ballot, spokesman Matteo Bruni said.
Five days on, Pakistan yet to communicate with India whereabouts of detained BSF jawan
The Pakistan Rangers is yet to communicate with the Border Security Force (BSF) the whereabouts of a jawan who was detained five days ago after he inadvertently strayed into the neighbouring country, a senior government official said on Monday (April 28, 2025). The jawan, P.K. Sahu, a resident of West Bengal, had crossed four or five metres into Pakistan, the official said, adding that unlike the usual practice, the Pakistan Rangers was yet to send a protest note to the BSF regarding the incident. A protest note is generally sent within a few hours of such incident.
Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez says nearly half of national power supply restored
Nearly 50% of Spain’s electricity supply was restored late Monday, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said but added that some workers would have to stay home Tuesday. “According to electrical grid data, nearly 50 percent of the electricity supply has already been restored. The goal is to continue restoring the supply over the coming hours,” he said in a televised address, notably with electricity being sent from France and Morocco.
JNUSU results: Left Unity wins three posts, ABVP makes comeback with one post
In closely contested polls, both rival student groups — the Left Unity panel and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) — made it to the central panel of the Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU), with the Left Unity clinching three posts and ABVP making a comeback after 10 years by securing victory in one post.
Gaza rescuers say Israeli strikes kill at least 40
Gaza’s civil defence agency said Israeli strikes on Monday (April 28, 2025) killed at least 40 people across the Palestinian territory, which has been under an Israeli aid blockade for more than 50 days. Israel resumed its military campaign in the Gaza Strip on March 18. A ceasefire agreement that had largely halted the fighting for two months before that collapsed over disagreements between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, whose 2023 attack triggered the war.
In 2024, India’s military expenditure was nearly 9 times that of Pakistan: Swedish think-tank SIPRI
India’s military spending in 2024 was nearly nine times that of Pakistan’s expenditure, according to a study released on Monday (April 28, 2025) by a leading Swedish think-tank that comes amid growing tensions between the two countries over the Pahalgam terror attack. The country’s military expenditure, the fifth largest globally, grew by 1.6% to $86.1 billion while Pakistan spent $10.2 billion, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
Putin declares 72-hour May ceasefire to mark WW2 victory
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on Monday (April 28, 2025) declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine on May 8-10 to mark the World War II Victory Day, as U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration decides whether a deal to end the more than three-year war is within reach. The Kremlin said that the truce will start at 0000 on May 8 (2100 GMT on May 7) and last through the end of May 10. The Kremlin said that Mr. Putin ordered the full cessation of hostilities on “humanitarian grounds” to mark the May 9 holiday celebrating the defeat of Nazi Germany.
India, France conclude agreement for 26 Rafale-M jets for Navy
India and France formally concluded the Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA) for 26 Rafale-M fighter jets valued at around ₹63,000 Crore on Monday (April 28, 2025).
The deal was concluded in a formal ceremony attended by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, Navy Vice Chief Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan and French Ambassador in India Thoerry Mathou at Nau Sena Bhawan. In addition to the IGA, several associated Government to Business agreements were also concluded.
SC notice to Centre, others on plea to ban sexually explicit content on OTT, social media platforms
The Supreme Court on Monday (April 28, 2025) sought responses from the Centre and others on a plea seeking a direction to take appropriate steps to prohibit streaming of sexually explicit content on OTT and social media platforms. A bench of Justices B.R. Gavai and Augustine George Masih said the petition raises an important concern, and the issue was within the domain of the executive or the legislature. “As it is, there are allegations that we are encroaching upon the legislature and executive power,” Justice Gavai said.
Supreme Court orders return of passport to Ranveer Allahbadia
The Supreme Court on Monday (April 28, 2025) allowed the return of the passport to podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia to enable him to travel abroad for work.
A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N. Kotiswar Singh relaxed the condition after the Assam and Maharashtra Governments said the investigation against him was complete. The bench asked Mr. Allahbadia to approach the Maharashtra cyber police bureau for the return of his passport.
26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Rana produced in Delhi court, post remand
After the completion of his NIA remand, 26/11 Mumbai attack accused Tahawwur Hussain Rana was on Monday (April 28, 2025) produced before a Delhi court. Rana was produced before special NIA judge Chander Jit Singh after his 18-day NIA custody got over.
Senior advocate Dayan Krishnan and special public prosecutor Narender Mann are likely to advance arguments on behalf of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in an in-camera hearing.
Senior Indian diplomat holds talks with Taliban’s acting foreign minister in Kabul
India’s point-person on Afghanistan, Anand Prakash, held talks with Taliban’s acting Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi and discussed political and trade issues, Afghan media reported on Sunday (April 27, 2025). In the meeting held in Kabul, the acting foreign minister emphasised the expansion of political and economic relations with India, Tolo news reported.
T.N. Government moves Bill to name CM Stalin as Chancellor of proposed Kalaignar University
The Tamil Nadu Government is planning to name Chief Minister M.K. Stalin as the Chancellor of the proposed Kalaignar University to be established in Kumbakonam. Minister for Higher Education Govi. Chezhiaan moved a Bill in this regard in the Assembly on Tuesday (April 28, 2025). According to the Bill, the Chief Minister would be the Chancellor of the varsity and the Minister of Higher Education the Pro-Chancellor. The Chancellor would appoint the Vice-Chancellor from a panel of three names recommended by a committee.
Death toll in Iran port explosion rises to at least 46 killed, with over 1,000 injured
The death toll from a huge explosion that rocked one of Iran’s main ports rose Monday (April 28, 2025) to 46 people killed, authorities said.
Iranian state television offered the toll from the blast at Shahid Rajaei port near Bandar Abbas, citing local officials.
A fire still burned at the site, some two days after the initial explosion on Saturday (April 26, 2025), just as Iran began a third round of negotiations with the United States over its rapidly advancing nuclear program. Over 1,000 people suffered injuries in the blast.
IPL 2025, RR vs GT: Vaibhav Suryavanshi signals his arrival as Rajasthan Royals hammers Gujarat Titans
Some nights are magical. So magical, they defy belief. Monday was one such night. It was a starless night, though. But that didn’t matter. One of the potential superstars of cricket lit up the Sawai Mansigh Stadium, and well beyond. Vaibhav Suryavanshi played one of the most stunning knocks in the history of the IPL to help Rajasthan Royals score a remarkable eight-wicket victory against Gujarat Titans. The host chased down GT’s 209 for four with 4.1 overs to spare.
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