From a foiled terrorist infiltration in Jammu & Kashmir to a tragic mid-air collision in the US, today's headlines bring a mix of national, political developments, and major global events.
As the Budget Session kicks off in Parliament and Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla prepares for a historic space mission, we also have exciting news for entertainment and sports fans. Here’s a quick look at the top stories shaping the day.
Two infiltrating terrorists shot dead along LoC in J&K’s Poonch
Two heavily-armed terrorists were killed as alert troops scuttled their attempt to infiltrate from across the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said on Friday.
The incident took place in the Khari Karmara area of Poonch district on Thursday and a massive search operation was underway when last reports were received this morning, they said.
PM Modi condoles loss of lives in mid-air collision in US
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed anguish at the loss of lives in a collision between two aircraft in Washington DC.
All 64 people aboard an American Airlines jet that collided with an Army helicopter were feared dead in what was likely to be the worst US aviation disaster in almost a quarter century, officials said Thursday.
Fire breaks out in commercial building in Mumbai; no injuries
A fire broke out in a four-storey commercial building at Ghatkopar (East), an eastern suburb of Mumbai, on Friday morning and an operation is underway to control the blaze, an official said.
The fire erupted around 6.15 am on the 3rd and 4th floors of the Kailas Plaza building, opposite Odeon Mall, on R N Bhatkar Marg, the official said.
Budget session 2025-26 to commence today; Finance Minister to present Economic Survey at noon
The budget session of the Parliament will commence today with President Droupadi Murmu addressing the joint sitting of the two Houses at around 11 am.
Following this, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will table the Economic Survey ahead of the presentation of the Union Budget on Saturday. It would be tabled in Lok Sabha at 12 noon and at 2 PM in Rajya Sabha.
Arvind Kejriwal to meet EC today to ‘answer questions related to Yamuna poisonous water remark’
A day after the Election Commission asked Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convenor Arvind Kejriwal to furnish evidence over his claims that the Haryana government was polluting the Yamuna river water, the former Delhi CM will be going to the poll body himself at 11 am to answer all questions.
Shubhanshu Shukla: IAF officer becomes 1st Indian astronaut for private Axiom Mission 4 to ISS
Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian Air Force (IAF) officer and ISRO astronaut, has been named the pilot for Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), a private spaceflight set to launch to the International Space Station (ISS) in spring 2025, NASA announced on Thursday.
The mission will lift off from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, making Shubhanshu Shukla the first Indian astronaut to visit the ISS on a private mission.
Squid Game final season to release in June 2025
Squid Game fans are in for a treat as Netflix announced the much-awaited third and final season of 'Squid Game.' The hit Korean drama is set to return on June 27 this year while wrapping up the intense survival series.
Indian markets open flat amid Trump's tariff threat to BRICS nations
Indian stock markets opened flat in the green on Friday as concerns over potential U.S. tariffs on BRICS nations kept investors cautious.
The Nifty 50 index opened at 23,296.75, gaining 47.25 points (0.2 per cent), while the BSE Sensex opened at 76,888.89, rising 129.08 points (0.17 per cent).
No captains' meet, photoshoot for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will not feature the traditional captains' meet and official photoshoot, a practice typically held in the host country ahead of major ICC tournaments. This decision marks a departure from past editions and is attributed to logistical challenges, according to ESPNcricinfo.
Fans flock to Arun Jaitley Stadium to watch Virat Kohli bat in Ranji Trophy
The Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi witnessed an enthusiastic crowd on the second day of the Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Railways. With Delhi resuming at 41/1, the primary attraction for the assembled fans was the prospect of watching Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli take the crease.
And that wraps up today’s top headlines. Whether it’s politics, sports, business, or entertainment, the world is constantly evolving, and we’ll be here to bring you the latest updates. Stay tuned, stay informed, and have a great day ahead!
