As the UK faces a sharp decline in job vacancies—down to 781,000 in Q1 2025—Indian student Janhavi Jain issued a strong social media warning to aspirants considering a UK master’s degree, citing dismal job prospects. She claimed 90% of her batch returned to India due to lack of employment. Amid growing dissatisfaction among foreign students and job seekers, the UK government is overhauling its visa policies. Changes include stricter Skilled Worker Visa requirements, extended settlement periods, and a focus on high-demand sectors like healthcare and AI. Labour leader Keir Starmer emphasized prioritizing local workers and reducing reliance on low-paid migrants. (PC: Business Today)

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that no radiation leak occurred from any nuclear facility in Pakistan during the recent India-Pakistan military conflict. This statement counters widespread social media speculation that India targeted nuclear sites during Operation Sindoor. Air Marshal A K Bharti denied striking Kirana Hills, a location suspected of housing nuclear installations. The Indian Air Force targeted an airbase in Sargodha, with no confirmation of nuclear involvement. India's External Affairs Ministry also dismissed former US President Donald Trump’s claim of averting a nuclear war, stating that India’s operations remained within the conventional military framework.

Three Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists were killed in a gunfight in Tral, Pulwama on Thursday after drone footage captured them hiding in an under-construction building. Identified as Asif Ahmed Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani, and Yawar Ahmed Bhat, the militants were armed and linked to the Pakistan-based terror group. Security forces acted on intelligence inputs, swiftly launching the operation. This encounter comes just days after a ceasefire understanding with Pakistan and amid investigations into the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Authorities are probing the terrorists’ possible role in the massacre. Operation Sindoor continues to deliver strong counter-terror measures across Jammu and Kashmir.

The Sensex surged 1,330 points on Thursday after US President Donald Trump claimed India offered a “zero-tariffs” trade deal to Washington. Speaking in Qatar, Trump said India proposed eliminating tariffs on US goods, sparking optimism of a breakthrough in stalled trade talks. The Nifty 50 rose 1.57% to 25,054.80, while the Sensex jumped 1.45% to 82,506.47—its highest level in seven months. New Delhi has yet to confirm the offer. Analysts see Trump’s remarks as signaling progress during a 90-day tariff truce. India’s trade minister is set to meet US officials next week to finalize the bilateral agreement. (PC: PTI)

At a business summit in Doha, US President Donald Trump urged Apple CEO Tim Cook not to expand manufacturing in India, citing high tariffs and the need to prioritize US production. Trump stated, “India can take care of themselves,” and expressed disapproval of Apple’s growing presence in India. He added that Apple had committed $500 billion to the US and should remain focused there. His comments come as Apple accelerates India-based iPhone manufacturing to reduce reliance on China. Trump also claimed India offered a "zero-tariff" deal to the US—though no official confirmation has come from New Delhi. (PC: NDTV)

Pakistan has urged India to reconsider its decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians. India suspended the treaty, citing national security and Pakistan’s ongoing support for cross-border terrorism. The treaty, a water-sharing agreement over six decades old, allocates 70% of the Indus river system’s water to Pakistan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that terrorism cannot coexist with talks or trade. Indian ministers have vowed to use all available water within the country and are planning accelerated hydroelectric projects. Dialogue with Pakistan is now limited to ending terrorism and addressing Kashmir. (PC: NDTV)

India is re-evaluating its economic ties with Turkey following Ankara’s repeated pro-Pakistan statements on Kashmir and growing diplomatic alignment with Islamabad. Turkish companies are involved in major infrastructure projects across Indian states, including metro rail and tunnel construction. A government source confirmed all such projects are under review, with data being compiled to assess ongoing and past engagements. The reassessment follows Operation Sindoor and reflects a strategic shift in India’s foreign policy. While no official cancellations have been declared, future investments and collaborations with Turkish firms may be restricted as New Delhi aligns trade with strategic interests. (PC: PTI)

More than 40 people have been killed in the latest Israeli air strikes across Gaza, according to hospital sources. At least 36 bodies were brought to hospitals in the southern region, particularly Khan Younis, which witnessed the most intense bombardment in 70 days. Nasser Hospital reported children among the dead, including an infant, as homes and shelters for displaced families were hit. Emergency departments are overwhelmed with casualties. Meanwhile, Gaza remains under a total Israeli aid blockade for over 10 weeks. Since October 7, over 52,000 Palestinians have died, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. (PC: EPA)

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is at the center of global diplomacy, set to host the first direct Russia-Ukraine peace talks in three years. Praised by world leaders including US President Trump, Erdogan’s influence is growing amid regional shifts like the PKK’s disbanding and Assad’s fall. Domestically, however, he faces unrest over the jailing of rival Ekrem Imamoglu, which triggered the largest protests in a decade. Critics say Erdogan is using international success to bolster political control at home, while opposition parties warn of efforts to extend his rule beyond 2028 through constitutional changes. (PC: NDTV)

In a precision strike lasting only 23 minutes, the Indian Air Force (IAF) jammed and neutralized Pakistan’s Chinese-origin HQ-9 air defence system near Lahore during Operation Sindoor on May 7. Using electronic warfare tools and loitering munitions, India disabled radar and missile installations with no reported asset loss. The operation, triggered by the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, targeted terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK. India’s Akash, Pechora, and OSA-AK air defence systems repelled Pakistani drones and missiles. Supported by ISRO satellites and indigenous tech, the strike demonstrated India’s swift, coordinated, and high-tech military response to cross-border terrorism. (PC: News18)