Air travel faces disruption as several Indian airports halt commercial flights due to Operation Sindoor. The closure affects 27 airports across northern, western, and central India until May 10. Airlines like IndiGo and Air India cancel and reschedule hundreds of flights. Passengers are advised to check flight status. Affected airlines offer refunds and rescheduling options. Delhi airport also reports cancellations.
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Tensions flared in Sanaudha, Madhya Pradesh, after an interfaith couple eloped, leading to vandalism and the deployment of additional police. While authorities claim the situation is under control and are investigating, locals and a BJP MLA allege abduction and accuse the man involved of criminal activities, further alleging police inaction and protection.
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Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin addresses concerns over Rohit Sharma's form, suggesting he must respond through performance. Ashwin also praises Ravindra Jadeja's talents, considering him more gifted and a crucial asset for the team ahead of the Champions Trophy. India secured a victory over England in the first ODI, with the second match scheduled for Sunday.
Delhi Congress president Devendra Yadav, alongside Ajay Maken, launched a booklet criticizing the BJP and AAP governments for unmet promises over the past 11 years. Yadav contrasted this with the progress made during Sheila Dikshit's 15-year tenure, highlighting advancements in infrastructure, environmental protection, and social welfare initiatives for vulnerable communities.
A quarrel between two brothers in Madhya Pradesh's Tal Lidhora village over their father's funeral almost led to splitting the body for separate cremations. After several hours of deadlock and police intervention, it was decided that Damodar, who had cared for his father, would perform the last rites, ending the dispute.
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Reddit users allege censorship on India-focused subreddits. Moderators are reportedly deleting posts and banning users discussing the Pahalgam terror attack. Accusations include a moderator being a Pakistani operative. Frustrated users created r/delhiuncesnored for uncensored discussion. Similar patterns are emerging in other regional subreddits. Users report bans for questioning moderation. The controversy raises concerns about censorship on local digital forums.
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