Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Adampur Air Force base in Punjab, sending a strong signal to Pakistan amid false claims of damage to the facility. Posing before the operational S-400 missile system, Modi praised the armed forces, saying India is “eternally grateful” for their bravery. Pakistan had claimed it destroyed the Adampur base using JF-17 jets, but India debunked the narrative, citing morphed images and minimal damage. Modi's visit followed his national address warning Pakistan that “Operation Sindoor” would resume if provoked. Satellite imagery has since confirmed India’s precision strikes on Pakistani military infrastructure during the recent conflict. (PC: X/NarendraModi)

In a major counter-terror operation, Indian Army troops neutralized three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists in Shopian’s Keller area, Jammu & Kashmir, on May 13. The operation was launched following specific intelligence inputs from a Rashtriya Rifles unit. A fierce firefight ensued after terrorists opened fire, leading to their elimination. The Army confirmed the operation is ongoing. This encounter comes shortly after India and Pakistan announced a ceasefire amid heightened tensions following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. A government official reiterated that any future terror act on Indian soil would now be treated as an "act of war" and met with full force. (PC: The times of India)

A Mumbai-bound IndiGo flight (6E 5227) was delayed at Kolkata airport on Tuesday after a 26-year-old passenger claimed to be carrying a bomb. The man, traveling from Imphal via Kolkata, made the alarming statement during a step ladder security check. Authorities swiftly evacuated 186 passengers and moved the aircraft to an isolation bay for a thorough inspection. Security protocols were followed and the passenger was detained for questioning. The flight, scheduled for 1:30 PM, was delayed due to the security measures. Nationwide airport security has been heightened in light of ongoing India-Pakistan tensions. (PC: India Today)

Flight operations have resumed at Srinagar airport after a six-day suspension caused by heightened tensions during Operation Sindoor. The reopening marks a return to normalcy following the ceasefire understanding reached between India and Pakistan. While the border remains calm, drone sightings were reported on Monday night. Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that Operation Sindoor has redefined India-Pakistan relations, stressing that “blood and water cannot flow together.” He warned Islamabad of a strong response to any future provocations. The resumption of flights offers relief to stranded passengers, although a few routes and airports continue to face operational delays and restrictions. (PC: India Today)

On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Adampur Air Force Station in Punjab, engaging with Indian Air Force personnel. This visit occurred shortly after a ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, underscoring the government's support for the armed forces during a time of easing border tensions. During his interaction, PM Modi was briefed on the operations and duties of the Air Force staff. He expressed deep gratitude towards the armed forces, stating that the nation is "eternally grateful" for their dedication and service. A video of the visit was shared, highlighting the significance of the event and the continued support for India's defense forces.

On May 13, 2025, three militants were killed in an encounter in Shopian, South Kashmir, following intelligence on their presence in Shoekal Keller. The operation, led by the Indian Army's Rashtriya Rifles, involved heavy exchange of fire. This event occurred a day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed decisive action against terrorism, referencing India's recent strikes on terrorist sites in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Pakistan, following the killing of 26 civilians in Pahalgam last month. Authorities have not disclosed further details as the operation continues. The encounter also follows the killing of a Hizbul Mujahideen militant’s brother, identified as a militant associate, in Bandipora district two weeks prior. (PC: AP Photo)

A Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist was killed in an encounter with security forces in the Zinpather Keller area of Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, on Tuesday morning. The operation, still underway, began after security inputs indicated terrorist presence in the region. Two more Lashkar terrorists are reportedly trapped and engaged in a fierce gunfight with the armed forces. The encounter follows shortly after ‘Terror Free Kashmir’ posters were displayed, naming three Pakistani terrorists—Adil Hussain Thoker, Ali Bhai, and Hashim Musa—as key suspects in the deadly April 22 Pahalgam attack. The security forces have intensified operations across the region to neutralize remaining threats. (PC: India Today)

Fifteen individuals have died, and nearly ten others are critically ill after consuming spurious liquor in villages under the Majitha block of Punjab's Amritsar district. The victims, primarily from Bhangali Kalan, Thariewal, Sangha, and Marari Kalan, reportedly purchased the liquor from a single source on Sunday evening. Some deaths occurred by Monday morning, with locals cremating the bodies without informing authorities. Amritsar Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sawhney confirmed the death toll and indicated it might rise. Police have arrested main suppliers Prabhjit Singh and Sahib Singh from Rajasansi, along with four others involved in distribution. Investigations are extending to other states to trace the illicit liquor's origin. This incident echoes a similar tragedy five years ago in the same region, where around 130 people died after consuming toxic alcohol. (PC: The Indian Express & Mint)

Srinagar Airport will reopen for flights on Tuesday, six days after it was shut due to India-Pakistan tensions. Haj flights will resume on Wednesday, airport director Javed Anjum confirmed. Flights were stopped on May 7 after India launched Operation Sindoor, targeting terror camps in Pakistan and POK. The Indian Air Force said there was no border activity overnight, leading to the decision. Seven Haj flights were cancelled during the closure. Now, three flights will run on May 14 and 15. A new schedule will be given soon. Over 3,800 pilgrims from J&K and Ladakh are travelling for Haj this year. (PC: AFP)

The National Commission for Women (NCW) condemned the online abuse of Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and his daughter. The trolling began after India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire on May 10. NCW chief Vijaya Rahatkar called the sharing of the daughter’s contact details a serious privacy breach. She urged people to act with dignity online. Support came from veteran diplomat Nirupama Rao and leaders like Asaduddin Owaisi and Akhilesh Yadav. Misri, a senior diplomat, has served as ambassador to China, Spain, and Myanmar. He was also private secretary to three prime ministers, including Narendra Modi. (PC: PTI)