Massive fire near Charminar kills 17; PM Modi offers condolences

A tragic fire broke out on May 18 at a building in Gulzar House near Charminar in Hyderabad. The massive blaze quickly spread, claiming the lives of 17 people. Firefighters and rescue teams rushed to the scene and worked hard to control the flames. Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Telangana State Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, and the state's DGP visited the site to assess the situation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives. In a message on social media, he offered condolences to the families of the victims. He also announced financial help — Rs 2 lakh each for the families of those who died, and Rs 50,000 for those who were injured, from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund.

18 May,2025 04:47 PM IST

“The only talks with Pakistan will be on terror,” EAM Jaishankar warns Pakistan

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered his first reaction after the recent cessation of firing between India and Pakistan. He highlighted the international support received by India during the operation and India’s military response. On the cessation of firing and military action between India and Pakistan, EAM Dr S. Jaishankar said: "We achieved the goals which we set out to do by destroying the terrorist infrastructure. Since key goals were achieved, I think we reasonably took the position, because even at the start of the operation, we had sent a message to Pakistan saying we are striking at terrorist infrastructure and not the military, and the military has an option to stand out and not interfere. They chose not to take that good advice. Once they got badly hit on the morning of 10th May, the satellite pictures show how much damage we did and what little damage they did. It is clear who wanted cessation of firing..."

15 May,2025 08:43 PM IST

India-Pakistan Ceasefire: Trump claims hostilities between India-Pak settled

While speaking to American troops at a military base in Qatar, US President Donald Trump claimed that the US had helped settle the problem between India and Pakistan. Trump said, “I don’t wanna say I did, but I sure as hell helped settle the problem between Pakistan and India last week.” He also added how trade was one of the talking points for reaching a ceasefire. “Let’s do trade instead of war. And we talked to them about trade. Let’s do trade instead of war. And Pakistan was very happy with that and India was very happy with that, and I think they are on the way,” he said. On the day the ceasefire was announced, Trump claimed credit for it in a social media post: “India and Pakistan agreed for a ceasefire after long nights of talks mediated by the US,” he had tweeted.

15 May,2025 08:32 PM IST

Pakistan hands over BSF soldier who accidentally crossed border near Firozpur

BSF jawan Purnam Kumar Shaw, who had been in the custody of Pakistan Rangers since April 23, 2025, was handed back to India on the morning of Wednesday, May 14, at around 10:30 AM. The handover took place at the Joint Check Post in Attari, Amritsar, and was carried out in a peaceful manner, following the proper protocols agreed upon by both countries. The incident happened when Shaw, who was on operational duty near the India-Pakistan border in Punjab’s Firozpur area, accidentally crossed the International Border around 11:50 AM on April 23. He was then detained by the Pakistan Rangers. According to early reports, the crossing was unintentional, and he stepped into Pakistani territory by mistake. After being in Pakistani custody for about three weeks, Shaw was finally returned to Indian authorities. His safe return marks a positive outcome, and officials from both sides ensured the process was smooth and respectful.

14 May,2025 01:09 PM IST

India-Pakistan ceasefire brings relief: Jammu markets open, residents eye peace

Following the India-Pakistan ceasefire understanding, markets in Jammu have reopened, bringing a sense of cautious optimism to the region. Locals express hope that normalcy will return soon after a period of heightened tension. The recent conflict has significantly impacted businesses and daily life, and while economic activity has resumed, uncertainty still lingers among residents and traders. 

12 May,2025 01:00 PM IST