J&K sees uptick in militant activities amid polls; two army personnel injured in encounter

Junior external affairs minister Kirti Vardhan Singh welcomes first group of Indian students evacuated from Iran as part of Op Sindhu Thursday NEW DELHI: Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, the Indian government announced its decision to evacuate Indian nationals from Israel, facilitating their travel through land borders and air. This follows Operation Sindhu, initiated for the evacuation of Indians from Iran, as the government prioritizes the safety of approximately 38,000 Indians in Israel,...

A high-level judicial panel's inquiry revealed that a fire at Justice Yashwant Varma's residence on March 14 was fueled by alcohol from a liquor cabinet, resulting in the burning of substantial amounts of cash, including Rs 500 notes. The report noted that Justice Varma was out of town during the incident, and access for firefighters was impeded, necessitating the breaking of a lock by security guards. Need More Context? 🔎

UBS Group AG confirmed a data breach following a cyberattack on its supplier Chain IQ, impacting over 130,000 employees' information, including CEO Sergio Ermotti's contact details. The hacker group World Leaks is believed to be responsible, while Swiss private bank Pictet reported limited data exposure; no client data was compromised, highlighting increasing cyber threats in European banks. Need More Context? 🔎

Asteroid 2024 YR4, while not a direct threat to Earth, poses a 4.3% risk of colliding with the Moon, potentially ejecting 100 million kilograms of debris into space. This lunar debris could jeopardize vital satellites in low Earth orbit, impacting communication, GPS, and climate monitoring, highlighting the need for international awareness and preparedness. Need More Context? 🔎

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The Supreme Court has instructed the Karnataka government to facilitate the screening of Kamal Haasan's film "Thug Life" and take action against those hindering its release. The court underscored the importance of protecting artistic expression, emphasizing the state's role in safeguarding freedom of expression in the face of perceived offenses. Need More Context? 🔎