Thursday, May 01
An Air India flight bound for New York from Mumbai was diverted to Delhi due to a bomb threat message received on social media. Delhi Police confirmed the aircraft's safe status at IGI Airport, with security agencies on high alert. Passengers have been disembarked and safety protocols are being followed.
Two men accused in the Gauri Lankesh murder case received a hero's welcome in Vijayapura, Karnataka, after being granted bail following seven years in jail. Sri Ram Sene members honored Parashuram Waghmore and Manohar Yadawe, who later performed religious rituals and avoided media interaction.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar urges nations to employ Indian talent, highlighting global demand for skilled workers. Launching the eMigrate V2.0 portal, he stresses India's commitment to safe migration and improved labor mobility, emphasizing technological integration and streamlined processes for better workforce access.
India summoned Canada's charge d'affaires, Stewart Wheeler, challenging Canada's decision to probe Indian diplomats over links to a Khalistani terrorist's assassination. India labeled Trudeau's allegations as baseless and politically motivated, accusing him of exploiting anti-India rhetoric for domestic political gains.
Baba Siddique, a former Maharashtra Minister, was a key figure in Mumbai's political and Bollywood circles. His legendary Iftar parties often brought together prominent figures, including his famous 2013 reconciliation of Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan after a five-year feud. A long-time member of the Indian National Congress, Siddique served three terms as an MLA and held several influential roles, including Minister of State.
India commissions its second nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighaat, and sets up a new VLF transmitting station for secure communication with submarines. This facility, along with upcoming SSBNs and SSNs, aims to bolster India's naval capabilities amid increasing Chinese activity in the Indian Ocean.
Mumbai Police are investigating the murder of former MLA Ziauddin Siddique, suspected to be a contract killing organized by jailed gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Siddique was targeted for his alleged links with Salman Khan and Dawood Ibrahim. Two suspects were arrested, with police hunting for two more. Sophisticated weapons were provided to the attackers.
The opposition has demanded the resignation of Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis following the murder of NCP's ex-MLA Baba Siddique. Congress also called for Union home minister Amit Shah's resignation, emphasizing the government's responsibility for ensuring security and a transparent investigation.
In Bahraich, an FIR has been lodged against Salman, while 20-30 individuals are detained following a violent clash. SP Vrinda Shukla confirmed that police are investigating the incident and monitoring the idol immersion process to ensure order. Special teams are deployed, and videos are being recorded for evidence.
