An Air India Boeing 787 en route from Ahmedabad to London crashed just three seconds after takeoff when fuel supply to both engines was abruptly cut off, killing all 260 people onboard. India’s aviation authority’s preliminary report revealed that both engine fuel switches unexpectedly shifted from “on” to “off”—an anomaly unlikely to happen unintentionally.

Cockpit voice recordings captured a pilot questioning the unexpected fuel cutoff. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with no official technical recommendations issued so far. Among the dead were regular passengers and residents of a nearby medical hostel. Air India has pledged full support to affected families.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s recent comment that leaders should retire at 75 has stirred a political storm in India, as both he and Prime Minister Modi are turning 75 this year. The statement, made during a book launch in Nagpur, was interpreted as a subtle hint at Modi. Opposition leaders quickly responded, reminding Modi of his past enforcement of the same age rule on senior BJP leaders. The remark has fueled fresh debate over political succession and retirement norms.

India is undertaking a significant rail infrastructure project to strengthen connectivity between the Northeast and the mainland by 2030. The initiative aims to reduce reliance on the narrow 22-kilometer Siliguri Corridor, known as the "Chicken’s Neck," a critical geopolitical chokepoint. New rail lines in Mizoram, Nagaland, Manipur, and Sikkim are progressing, while Meghalaya faces delays due to local opposition. This expansion also addresses growing security concerns linked to regional geopolitics and seeks to enhance military and civilian connectivity.

India and China are cautiously working to normalize relations after years of border tensions. However, the unresolved 3,440-kilometer boundary, particularly the dispute over Arunachal Pradesh, remains a key obstacle. Top officials from both countries recently met in China, reaching limited agreements on border protocols and easing trade and visa restrictions. Both sides aim to maintain peace due to economic and geopolitical priorities — including China’s focus on Taiwan and India’s evolving ties with the U.S. Despite closer Russia-China relations and trade imbalances presenting challenges, both nations seek a stable, mutually beneficial relationship without immediate border resolution.

India’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan, has warned that the growing closeness between China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh could pose a threat to India’s security and regional stability. He noted that these three countries are increasingly aligning with one another to serve their own interests, which is a matter of concern for India. Additionally, economic crises in the Indian Ocean region are exacerbating the influence of external powers, while frequent government changes in neighboring countries present further challenges to India’s security. Although the exact nature of China’s assistance to Pakistan remains unclear, General Chauhan emphasized the strong defense cooperation between the two nations.

Two Indian Air Force (IAF) pilots were killed when a Jaguar fighter jet crashed near Bhanoda village in Rajasthan’s Churu district on Wednesday afternoon. The twin-seater aircraft had taken off from the Suratgarh airbase shortly before the crash.

The incident also left two civilians injured on the ground. The Indian Air Force dispatched a helicopter for rescue and recovery operations soon after the crash.

This marks the third Jaguar aircraft accident in India this year. Despite being an aging fleet, Jaguar jets remain in active service with the Indian Air Force for ground-attack roles and are still widely used.

In a special operation launched Monday night, police in Jharsuguda district of Odisha, India, detained 444 individuals suspected to be illegal immigrants from Bangladesh and among them, possibly Rohingyas. Authorities have confirmed that those detained are being held in custody while their identities are verified. Many of them worked as day laborers, masons, or street vendors. Police stated that anyone lacking proper documentation will face legal action and potential deportation. The operation was carried out following directives from India’s Ministry of Home Affairs.

Amid intense fighting between two Chin rebel groups in Myanmar, nearly 4,000 people have crossed into the Indian state of Mizoram over the past four days, seeking refuge. According to Mizoram's Home Secretary, the refugees traveled through forested areas to enter India and are now sheltering with relatives or in community halls.

Mizoram is already hosting more than 30,000 refugees from Myanmar, following continued unrest in the Chinland region. As hostilities persist along the border, authorities have confirmed that the recent arrivals have not been sent back, citing ongoing tensions and humanitarian concerns.

In 1991, India’s former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi was assassinated by the LTTE in a suicide bombing. The roots of this attack trace back to the 1987 Indo-Sri Lanka Peace Accord, signed during Gandhi’s tenure, which the LTTE saw as a betrayal. India’s deployment of peacekeepers and pressure on Tamil rebels to disarm angered the LTTE. Gandhi's continued support for the accord in 1991 further provoked the group, leading to his assassination—an event that deeply impacted India-Sri Lanka ties and regional politics.

Reuters’ official X (formerly Twitter) account has been suddenly restricted in India, displaying a message citing a legal request. However, the Indian government denies making any such request and says it is working with X to resolve the issue. Reports suggest the block may stem from an earlier legal directive, possibly linked to past India-Pakistan tensions when several accounts were flagged. Sources indicate the account may be restored soon. Reuters has not issued an official clarification yet.

Information about extensive Indian military casualties during the Pehelgam clash with Pakistan has been deliberately concealed. Although over 250 Indian soldiers were killed in an operation along the Line of Control (LoC), the government has officially downplayed the losses. More than 100 soldiers received posthumous honors in secret. Despite attempts by the military and government to keep the details under wraps, multiple senior officials have since acknowledged the toll. Families of the deceased are reportedly pressured to keep silent. International media and analysts have criticized the Indian government for withholding facts. Pakistan’s claim of success in its ‘Operation Buniyadum-Marsus’ has further heightened tensions in the region.

An Indian Army soldier was found dead from a gunshot wound at a military camp in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday night.

The incident occurred at the company headquarters in Solki village while the soldier was on duty. Fellow soldiers discovered the body after hearing gunfire. Authorities are investigating whether it was a case of suicide or an accidental discharge. A formal inquiry is underway.

India’s Deputy Army Chief Lt. Gen. Rahul R. Singh stated that India fought not just Pakistan but also faced covert support from China and Turkey during a recent border clash. He revealed that China provided Pakistan with military equipment and real-time intelligence, using the conflict as a testing ground. Singh also criticized delays in military supply chains, citing foreign dependency. Experts warn India must strengthen its defenses and reduce reliance on external suppliers to prepare for future conflicts.

As Bihar’s assembly elections approach, speculation grows about Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM joining the opposition alliance led by Lalu Prasad Yadav and Rahul Gandhi. AIMIM claims strong influence in Bihar’s Muslim-majority Seemanchal region and seeks to prevent vote-splitting that benefits BJP-JD(U). While AIMIM’s inclusion could alter electoral dynamics, major allies remain cautious, citing past BJP support by AIMIM. The Election Commission’s rigorous voter list revision adds uncertainty, with opposition parties fearing disenfranchisement of migrant and poor voters.

India is advancing its missile technology with two new versions of the Agni-5 intercontinental ballistic missile. One version will serve as a bunker buster, carrying up to 7,500 kg of explosives to targets within 2,500 km at supersonic speed. The other can deliver nuclear weapons over distances exceeding 5,000 km. Developed by DRDO, this missile is claimed to match the power of the US GBU-57 bunker buster, strengthening India’s strategic deterrence capabilities.