Turkish aviation firm Çelebi Aviation has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court challenging the Indian government's revocation of its security clearance on May 15, citing national security concerns. Represented by Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi, Çelebi contends that it operates as an Indian company with Indian employees and has maintained a blemish-free record over 17 years. The revocation followed Turkey's public support for Pakistan and criticism of India's military actions against terror camps. Çelebi argues that the decision was arbitrary and violated principles of natural justice, leading to the cancellation of its contracts at major airports like Delhi and Mumbai. The Delhi High Court is currently hearing the case. (PC: Facebook & India Today)

India has expelled a second Pakistani High Commission staffer in New Delhi for alleged espionage, declaring him "persona non grata" and ordering his departure within 24 hours. The Ministry of External Affairs issued a demarche to Pakistan's chargé d’affaires, Saad Warraich, emphasizing that Pakistani diplomats must not misuse their privileges. This expulsion follows the May 13 removal of another Pakistani official on similar charges. The actions are part of "Operation Sindoor," India's response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. Subsequent measures include expelling Pakistani military advisors, reducing diplomatic staff, suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, and closing the Attari border crossing. Additionally, at least 12 individuals from Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh have been arrested for links to a Pakistan-based espionage ring. (PC: PTI & NDTV)

On May 20, 2025, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, raised the Indus Waters Treaty issue during a United Nations Security Council debate on maritime security. This comes after India suspended the treaty in April 2025, accusing Pakistan of backing cross-border terrorism. Pakistan condemned India’s move as aggressive and harmful to regional peace, stressing the treaty’s role in ensuring water security. India reiterated its focus on national security and counterterrorism. The exchange highlights deepening diplomatic tensions between the two nuclear-armed nations and the growing international dimension of the Indus dispute. (PC: New India Abroad)  

India firmly denied Pakistan’s accusations of orchestrating a deadly school bus bombing in Balochistan, calling the claims “baseless” and politically motivated. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said it was “second nature” for Pakistan to blame India to distract from its own failures and its image as a “global epicentre of terrorism.” The blast killed six, including four students, in Khuzdar. Jaiswal expressed condolences for the victims but dismissed the Inter-Services Public Relations’ (ISPR) allegations, noting no evidence was provided. The attack comes days after India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire following Operation Sindoor and four days of clashes.

Celebi Aviation Services India told the Delhi High Court that it is an Indian entity with Indian employees, challenging the government's decision to revoke its security clearance. The revocation came soon after Turkey backed Pakistan, prompting speculation of political motives. Senior Advocate Mukul Rohatgi argued the move violated Rule 12 and natural justice, as Celebi was not given notice or a chance to respond. The Centre defended the decision, citing national security. Celebi, which handles ground operations at nine major airports, including 70% in Mumbai, said its 10,000 employees were simply reassigned, not removed. (PC: India Today)

On May 21, 2025, a suicide bomber in Khuzdar district, Balochistan, Pakistan, rammed a vehicle into a school bus, killing five people—three of them children—and injuring 38 others. The bus was en route to an army-run school when it was attacked near the Zero Point area. While no group has claimed responsibility, Pakistani officials accused India of backing the assault via proxy militants—a charge India firmly denies. The attack highlights the ongoing security crisis in Balochistan and adds to escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. (PC: ANI)  

In a major diplomatic push, India has launched 'Operation Sindoor', sending seven all-party parliamentary delegations to 30 countries including Japan, the U.S., the U.K., and Russia. The initiative aims to present a united Indian stance against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The delegations include prominent MPs such as Shashi Tharoor, Ravi Shankar Prasad, Supriya Sule, and Sanjay Kumar Jha. Each team includes at least one woman and one minority representative. The 10-day mission, starting May 23, underscores India’s zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism and seeks to build global support. (PC: PTI)

Security forces in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district killed 27 Maoists, including top leader Basavaraju, the CPI (Maoist) general secretary. The encounter lasted over 72 hours in the dense Abujhmad forests, a known Maoist stronghold. Basavaraju, active since the 1970s, had a ₹1.5 crore bounty on his head. Union Home Minister Amit Shah called it a landmark victory against Naxalism. This follows Operation Black Forest, which led to the arrest of 54 Naxalites and surrender of 84 others in Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Maharashtra, significantly weakening the insurgency. (PC: Hindustan Times)

Jyoti Malhotra, a Haryana based YouTuber, was arrested on May 17 for alleged espionage activities linked to Pakistan's ISI. Investigations revealed her WhatsApp exchanges with ISI handler Ali Hasan, where she expressed a desire to marry in Pakistan. Introduced to Hasan by Danish, a Pakistani official at the High Commission in Delhi, Malhotra reportedly shared sensitive information during her visit to the Attari border. Authorities have seized multiple electronic devices from her and are conducting forensic analyses. She faces charges under Section 152 of the Bhartiya Naya Sanhita and Sections 3 and 5 of the Official Secrets Act. The National Investigation Agency (NIA), Military Intelligence (MI), and Intelligence Bureau (IB) are actively involved in the ongoing investigation. (PC: India Today)

On May 7, 2025, five-year-old Maryam was killed when an explosive struck her home in Sukha Katha, Poonch district, Indian-administered Kashmir. She was among at least 21 civilians killed during intense cross-border shelling between India and Pakistan, following the April 22 Pahalgam attack that left 25 tourists and a pony rider dead. India accused Pakistan of backing the attackers, a claim Islamabad denies. The ensuing military confrontation brought both nations to the brink of war before a ceasefire was declared on May 10. Despite the truce, grief persists among families like Maryam's, who find little solace as they mourn their irreplaceable losses amid ongoing regional tensions. (PC: the family of Zain and Urwa)