Today, we’re discussing the rising tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack, along with other trending news from sports, entertainment, and more.
1. India-Pakistan Tensions Escalate After Pahalgam Attack
After the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, tensions between India and Pakistan have intensified. India had earlier suspended the Indus Water Treaty with Pakistan, restricting water flow. Reports now suggest that Pakistan faced sudden floods after India unexpectedly released water from the Jhelum River, causing panic among locals.
Meanwhile, India’s Ministry of Information & Broadcasting issued an advisory, asking media channels not to cover defense operations to protect national security.
Indian Hackers Target Pakistan
Following the attack, a group called Indian Cyber Force claimed to have hacked several Pakistani government and private websites, including:
- Bank of Pakistan
- Supreme Court of Pakistan
- University of Balochistan
- Sindh Police databases
2. Sportskeeda Apologizes for Controversial Post
Sportskeeda faced backlash for a post claiming the Indian volleyball team withdrew from a Central Asian Championship in Islamabad, referring to Kashmir as “Indian-occupied Kashmir.” After heavy criticism, they issued an official apology, stating:
“We acknowledge Kashmir as an integral part of India. The error was an oversight, and we regret hurting sentiments.”
Suniel Shetty Urges Indians to Visit Kashmir
Bollywood actor Suniel Shetty encouraged Indians to tour Kashmir, saying:
“We must show we’re not afraid. My next vacation will be in Kashmir!”
Videos of tourists visiting Pahalgam post-attack have also gone viral, showcasing normalcy.
3. Shocking Viral Video: Influencer Harassed On Camera
An influencer shared a disturbing clip where a man harassed her while she was filming. The accused’s family later claimed he has mental health issues, but netizens criticized his behavior. Some speculated if the video was scripted, but the influencer denied it, stating she filed a police complaint.
4. Shubman Gill Reacts to Dating Rumors
Indian cricketer Shubman Gill clarified that he has been single for three years, dismissing rumors linking him to Sara Tendulkar, Sara Ali Khan, and others. He said:
“I’m focused on my career—300 days a year, I’m traveling. I don’t have time for dating.”
5. Gautam Gambhir’s Death Threat: Culprit Identified
Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir received a death threat via email. Police traced it to a 21-year-old engineer from Gujarat, whose family claimed he has mental health issues. Investigations are ongoing.
6. Rahul Bhatt’s Controversial Remarks on Alia & Pooja Bhatt
Actor Rahul Bhatt compared his sisters Alia Bhatt and Pooja Bhatt, saying:
“Alia isn’t even half of what Pooja is—neither in talent nor looks. My real sister is way sexier.”
Netizens called his comments “weird and inappropriate.”
7. Kesari 2 Accused of Plagiarizing Poet’s Work
Poet Bootwala accused Kesari 2 makers of copying his poem on the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. He shared side-by-side comparisons, showing identical lines. The filmmakers took down his Instagram post, but he vowed to keep fighting for credit.
8. Zomato CEO Denies Allegations of Internal Crisis
A viral Reddit post claimed Zomato is losing market share to Swiggy and Zepto, forcing employees to place 7 monthly orders on Zomato. CEO Deepinder Goyal dismissed it as “nonsense,” saying:
“We never force employees to order from us. These claims are embarrassing to even address.”
9. IPL 2024 Breaks Records
- JioCinema & Hotstar crossed 100 million paid users in just 5 weeks.
- The opening weekend saw 1.4 billion digital views, 253 million TV viewers, and 49.6 billion minutes of watch time—the biggest ever!
10. Hotel Charges ₹800 for 5-Minute Toilet Use
A journalist shared how a Rajasthan hotel charged her ₹800 for an emergency 5-minute toilet visit for her sick mother. Netizens called it illegal, citing the Indian Sarai Act, which mandates free access to drinking water and restrooms.