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A long jam occurred due to a landslide near Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. This landslide happened 5 km away from Mandi & is one of the biggest landslide in this area. We diverted all the light motor vehicles. There was a jam of around 700-800 vehicles. This landslide happened at 1:00 AM on May 5. There were no casualties reported: Sagar Chander, ASP, Mandi

Paytm Q4 results beat analysts' estimates to post revenues of Rs 2,334 crore and operating profit of Rs 234 crore

A team of Imphal district police recovered arms & ammunition that were snatched from security forces from different areas of Manipur. Anybody who has knowledge or possession of arms & ammunition must contact the nearest police station and deposit it. Everybody should follow the law given by the district administration from time to time: M Amit Singh, Additional SP, Imphal

I have not seen the film. I am not in a position to say anything. But if they are saying this film is based on actual stories, then I think it is duty of the government to investigate the matter: Kerala Governor Arif Muhammad Khan on 'The Kerala Story'

Former Jharkhand CM and BJP national vice president Raghubar Das says, "...If we speak about Jharkhand alone, you might have seen in recent months that girls in Santhal Pargana were burnt alive if they refused 'Love Jihad'. In the name of 'love jihad' girls were chopped off, not only in Jharkhand but in several states. Be it Kerala, Karnataka, Jharkhand or Delhi, PLFI is trying to get girls for ISI by brainwashing them. Citizens should expose the political parties who support such elements..."

The Manipur administration has been preparing forces to deploy them at 23 locations with different police stations. The areas which are sensitive are having area domination by RAF, Assam Rifles, BSF & IRB: Kuldeep Singh, Security Advisor, Manipur 

 Go First cancels all its flights until 12th May 2023 "due to operational reasons"

"We apologise for the inconvenience caused by the flight cancellations. A full refund will be issued to the original mode of payment shortly,", its notice read.

A few staff members of Tihar jail, including Assistant Superintendent, suspended in connection with the murder of gangster Tillu Tajpuriya who was lodged here. A total of 7 personnel of Tihar jail - including 3 Assistant Superintendents and 4 wardens - suspended and departmental inquiry initiated against 2 others. DG has spoken to the Commandant of the jawans of Tamil Nadu Special Police Force, who were present there at that time. The Commandant has been told to initiate action against them: Prison officials

Total of approximately 13,000 civilians have been rescued and are currently staying in various ad-hoc boarding facilities specifically created for the purpose within Company Operating Bases & Military Garrisons. More than 100 columns are working tirelessly towards restoring law & order in Manipur at the earliest: Indian Army

Victims of terrorism do not sit together with perpetrators of terrorism to discuss terrorism. Victims of terrorism defend themselves, counter acts of terrorism, they call it out, they de-legitimise it and that is exactly what is happening. To come here & preach these hypocritical words as though we are on the same boat: EAM Dr S Jaishankar on a question on India-Pakistan ties, including a question from Pakistani journalist

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar instructs Chief Secretary Amir Subhani to speak with the Chief Secretary of Manipur and ensure adequate security for the people of Bihar residing there. The CM also said to facilitate the safe return of those wanting to return to Bihar.

General Administration Department, Mizoram advises all Deputy Commissioners of the Districts in Mizoram to be on high alert and make appropriate arrangement to provide safety and security including temporary shelter and other amenities for people who are seeking refuge in Mizoram. 

As a result of proactive & timely response, Churachandpur, KPI, Moreh & Kakching are now under firm control with no major violence reported since yesterday night. Past 12 hours- Imphal East & West districts witnessed sporadic incidents of arson & attempts by inimical elements to establish blockade. Firm & synergized response coupled with induction of additional columns ensured control of Security Forces over the situation: Spear Corps, Indian Army

After investigations showed that top scientist Pradeep Kurulkar was leaking important information to suspected Pakistani agents who had virtually honeytrapped him, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) sacked Kurulkar. The scientist was previously detained by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) for disclosing private information to foreign spies who had him in a honey trap by using online applications.

Home Minister Amit Shah conducts a meeting with Manipur CM N Biren Singh along with top state and central officials over the law and order situation in the state. Apart from this, 10 more companies of Central Armed Police Forces sent to Manipur today.

According to the sources, additional central forces, anti-riot vehicles have reached Manipur to assist state machinery in restoring normalcy after days of violence. As per reports, the situation in Manipur is peaceful and no untoward incident took place on Friday. 

They are committing acts of terrorism. I don't want to jump the gun on what happened today but we are all feeling equally outraged. On this matter, the terrorism matter, I would say that Pakistan's credibility is depleting faster than even its Forex reserves: EAM Dr S Jaishankar

President Droupadi Murmu visited Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj, Odisha. A place with rich biodiversity and wildlife, the tiger reserve is the only natural habitat in the world to protect the rare melanistic tigers popularly known as the black tigers: Rashtrapati Bhavan

Under Operation Kaveri, which is now over, as many as 3,862 people were rescued from the war-torn Sudan. The Indian embassy in Saudi Arabia has stated that the transit facility, which was established at a Jeddah school, had also been shut down.

Pakistani terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammed's front (PAFF) has released a statement claiming responsibility for the killing of 5 Indian Army jawans during a blast at an encounter between terrorists and security forces at Rajouri

In an exclusive conversation with Republic TV, senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that he is in competition for the CM's post if the grand old party wins the Karnataka elections.

"I am in the competition for CM. Newly elected MLAs will decide. People want to see me as CM. There is no fight with DK Shivakumar. He can be in the competition," he said.

'It is the easiest battle. I will win by a huge margin. People of Karnataka are not happy with the current government.' Siddaramaiah stated.

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) workers celebrate outside YB Chavan Centre in Mumbai as Sharad Pawar withdraws his resignation as the national president of the party.

Speaking on the issue of rift in Maha Vikas Aghadi, Pawar said there will be no affect on MVA, it will continue as usual.

NCP chief Sharad Pawar further stated that, "Even though, I am continuing in the post of President, I am of the clear opinion that there has to be a succession plan for any post or responsibility in the organization. In future, I will focus on making organizational changes in the party, assigning new responsibilities, creating new leadership. I will also work vigorously for the growth of organisation and take our ideology and goals of the party to the people. Your continuous support has been a real inspiration for me . I will be forever grateful to you, who have stood by me during successes and all the challenges of my life. I reiterate that I accept to continue the responsibility as the party president,"

" 'Lok Maze Sangati’ means people are my companions ! And this is the real secret of my long and satisfying public life. I cannot disrespect their feelings. I am overwhelmed with the love, trust and faith showered on me. Considering the appeals made by all of you and honouring the decision of the committee constituted by the party , I am withdrawing my decision to retire,", Sharad Pawar stated.

Sharad Pawar takes his resignation back after party committee rejects his decision to step down as party president.

Pawar said, "I can't disrespect your sentiments. Due to your love, I am respecting the demand that was made to me to withdraw my resignation and the resolution that was passed by senior NCP leaders. I withdraw my decision to step down as the national president of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP),"

More than 1000 people from Manipur have entered Cachar district of Assam following the situation in Manipur. They have taken shelter in various parts of the district. Cachar District Administration has made all arrangements for them and is providing them food, drinking water facilities etc.

CBI conducts searches at seven locations in Mumbai. The search was at locations of Jet Airways Chairman Naresh Goyal in an alleged bank fraud case of Rs 538 crores. His wife Anita Goyal and others are accused in the case.

According to DG J&K Police Dilbag Singh, the investigation is ongoing and senior army officers are also present. He expressed confidence that the forces will succeed. He also stated that , sadly, some soldiers lost their lives and we arrived and took note of the situation.

He further said that it's a risky area where risk is always a possibility. When questioned on if these were the same terrorists who performed the Poonch attack he said, “Can't say anything yet ”

A special screening of the movie "The Kerala Story" was held on Friday in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala by the Bharatiya Janata Party's cultural forum, "Tapasya." The special screening was scheduled by the BJP for this morning at 11:20 at the Thiruvananthapuram's Aries Plus Theatre.

Tragic news from Rajouri where 5 army personnel have laid down their lives in the line of duty. Terror is a scourge that has blighted numerous lives over the decades in J&K & deserves unreserved condemnation. I send my sincere condolences to the families of those we lost today.

Security forces have laid down multi-level cordon in the area. Ahead of G20 in Kashir the threat perception has increased. Multiple teams of Indian Army have been called to the encounter site. 

In the ongoing operation three soldiers who were injured earlier have unfortunately succumbed to their injuries. An encounter that broke out between security forces and terrorists in Rajouri district on Friday. The encounter took place in the Kesari area of Kandi hamlet in Rajouri district. 

On the 162nd birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Kolkata to attend a cultural programme organised by ‘Khola Hawa', a socio-cultural body based in West Bengal, on May 9 at Science City Auditorium, Kolkata at 5pm

Information is being obtained for making arrangements for the evacuation of people of Mizoram now stranded in Imphal and other parts of Manipur requiring evacuation by flight from Imphal airport to Lengpui airport: Government of Mizoram 

In the ongoing operation named Operation Trinetra three soldiers who were injured earlier have unfortunately succumbed to their injuries.

An encounter that broke out between security forces and terrorists in Rajouri district on Friday. The encounter took place in the Kesari area of Kandi hamlet in Rajouri district. 

Bhubaneswar city receives rainfall. As per IMD's forecast, the city will have a 'partly cloudy sky with possibility of moderate rain or thunderstorm' today.

Anurag Thakur, the Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, urged wrestlers to give time to complete the Delhi Police's independent investigation into their demands. "A demand was there to form a committee and it was constituted, FIR has been registered by Delhi police and Supreme Court also gave its verdict. Delhi Police is conducting a fair investigation," Anurag Thakur said.

A helicopter operated by Simrik Air crashed in Sankhuwasabha district of Nepal, pilot safe. The helicopter was ferrying construction material for India Funded Arun-III Hydel project: Officials

Biman Bangladesh Airlines’ Flight 371 made an emergency landing at Patna Airport. According to reports, the plane made an emergency landing at Patna airport at around 12 noon. The flight, which was supposed to travel from Bangladesh to Kathmandu, made an emergency landing in Patna, according to the DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation). There are 77 people onboard.

In a big decision, the 18-member core committee formed to elect the new NCP chief on Friday rejected the resignation of party supremo Sharad Pawar. The decision came days after Sharad Pawar announced his decision to retire from the post of NCP chief on May 2. Read more

The registration of pilgrims for the Kedarnath yatra has been stopped till May 8, due to the possibility of bad weather in Kedarghati for the next three to four days, news agency ANI reported.

"Registration for the visit to Kedarnath Dham will be banned till May 8. There is a possibility of bad weather in Kedarghati for the next three to four days. In view of this, the government has taken this decision," stated an official release. Read more

The Kerala High Court on Friday refuses to put a stay on the film 'The Kerala Story'. Division Bench comprising Justice N Nagaresh and Justice Mohammed Nias CP considered a batch of petitions seeking to cancel the censor certificate of the film.

NCP leader Ajit Pawar arrived at the residence of NCP party chief Sharad Pawar after the party's core committee unanimously rejected Sharad Pawar's resignation and requested him to continue as NCP chief.

Special cell of Delhi Police arrested two criminals from the Jitendar Gogi gang. One of the arrested accused Abhishek was allegedly involved in a case related to the attempted escape of jailed gangster from hospital in 2022. 12 pistols & 30 live cartridges were recovered. 

Special cell of Delhi Police arrested two criminals from the Jitendar Gogi gang. One of the arrested accused Abhishek was allegedly involved in a case related to the attempted escape of jailed gangster from hospital in 2022. 12 pistols & 30 live cartridges were recovered. 

Addressing a press briefing, NCP vice president Praful Patel said, "Sharad Pawar Ji announced his resignation all of a sudden on May 2. He appointed a committee of party leaders for further action and to elect a new president. Today, we had a meeting of the committee. Several leaders including me met Pawar Saheb and we requested him continuously to rethink his decision as the country and party need him at this hour."  

"The committee unanimously rejects this resignation and we request him to continue on his post of party president," he added. 

An Indian Air Force C130 J flight carrying 47 passengers has landed in India. With this arrival, 3,862 persons have been moved out of Sudan through Operation Kaveri. 

Sharing the picture of NCP workers protesting in a large number in Mumbai, party leader Jayant Patil tweeted, "We all are with you." 

"In the Core Committee meeting today, Praful Patel will propose a resolution to reject the resignation of Sharad Pawar and will request him to take back his decision," informed Clyde Crasto, National Spokesperson of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).

NCP's Core Committee meeting underway in Mumbai after party chief Sharad Pawar announced his resignation from the post.

"I am pleased to note that the discussion on issues of reform and modernisation of SCO has already commenced. I also seek the support of member states for the long-standing demand of India to make English as the third official language of SCO, to enable a deeper engagement with English-speaking member states," EAM Jaishankar said. 

Chairing the Foreign Ministers SCO meet, Jaishankar said, "More than 40% of the world population in SCO, our collective efforts will show the impact. There can be no justification for terrorism. Combating terrorism is the collective origin of SCO. India has always stood for global challlenges. Today's meeting will lead to a fruitful discussion." 

Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) is likely to hold a key meeting today to elect the successor of Sharad Pawar after the latter resigned from the post of party chief on May 2.

"Government of Tripura has opened the following helpline numbers for providing support on 24x7 basis to the residents of Tripura with respect to disturbance in Manipur," tweeted Tripura CM Manik Saha.

EAM Dr S Jaishankar welcomes Pakistan's Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for the Meeting of the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers. 

"Government of Arunachal Pradesh is in touch with the Government of Manipur and our students to ensure their well-being. A coordination committee under the supervision of Commissioner CMO is also constituted for safe evacuation of our students from Manipur," tweeted Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu. 

Accused DRDO scientist Pradeep Kurulkar brought to ATS office in Pune for investigation in coonection to the DRDO espionage case.

NCP workers raise slogans in support of NCP chief Sharad Pawar, outside the party office in Mumbai. NCP chief Sharad Pawar announced his resignation from the post of party chief on May 2.

Opposition leaders, including Farooq Abdullah, D Raja, Sitaram Yechury and MK Stalin, called Sharad Pawar and requested him to withdraw his resignation. The leaders belonging to different political party asked Pawar to continue as NCP chief. 

Charanjit Singh Atwal, former Speaker of Punjab, joins BJP in the presence of party national president JP Nadda, in Delhi. 

The situation has been brought under control in Manipur through coordinated actions by all stakeholders. IAF undertook continuous sorties from two airfields in Assam employing C17 Globemaster an AN 32 aircrafts. Induction commenced on the night of May 4 and additional columns commenced domination with effect from wee hours of May 5, informed Indian Army.

Domination and evacuation of civilians of all communities from affected areas continued throughout the night. Flag march in Churachandpur and other sensitive areas underway. 

During a CASO, a firing took place in the Kesari Hill area in Kandi of Rajouri district. The Police is trying to ascertain whether a group of terrorists have been trapped. 

Northern Army Commander Lt Gen Upendra Dwivedi pays tribute to Craftsman (Avn Tech) Pabballa Anil, who lost his life in a helicopter crash in Kishtwar on Thursday, May 5. 

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar departs for London to attend the Coronation ceremony of King Charles III on behalf of the Government of India.

Following the law and order situation in Manipur, Northeast Frontier Railway has stopped all Manipur-bound trains. "No trains are entering Manipur till the situation is improved. The decision has been taken after the Manipur government advised to stop train movement," said Sabyasachi De, CPRO of NF Railway. 

Union minister Anurag Thakur slammed America's leading daily "The New York Times" after the latter's chairman AG Sulzberger claimed that journalists are treated as terrorists in India. He furtehr lambasted at the American daily and said that some media houses are running a smear campaign against India as they are unable to digest the "global rise" of the country.

Earlier on Wednesday, while speaking at a UNESCO event on World Press Day, Sulzberger stated that newsrooms in India have been raided and journalists have been treated like terrorists. Read more 

"I have not watched the film, those who’re responsible for maintaining peace and law & order must look into this. If there are love jihad incidents in Kerala, it's the state government’s responsibility to take steps against it. I don’t want to comment on the allegations that 'The Kerala Story' is a propaganda movie," Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan. 

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang met Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday, May 4, on the sidelines of the SCO Foreign Ministers meet and reiterated that the situation at the India-China border is generally stable. He further stated that both sides should consolidate the present achievements and strictly abide by the relevant agreements while pushing for further cooling and easing of the conditions for sustainable peace and tranquillity at the frontier. 

Jaishankar held a bilateral meeting with his Chinese counterpart Qin Gang where the two sides held a “detailed” discussion on the Ladakh border row and the need to ensure peace and tranquility in the border areas.

A huge crowd of devotees witnessed Lord Kallazhagar's entry into the Vaigai River, as part of the Chithirai festival, in Tamil Nadu's Madurai. 

Amid the ongoing Manipur violence, the Indian Army urged the citizens to rely only on content available on official and verified sources. The security forces further asked people to not believe the fake videos doing rounds on the internet. 

“Fake videos on the security situation in Manipur including a video of the attack on Assam Rifles post are being circulated by inimical elements for vested interests. Indian Army requests all to rely on content through official and verified sources only,” tweeted Spear Corps of Indian Army.