Pakistan using Turkish drones, China backing it: Rashid Alvi

IANS | May 9, 2025 9:59 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Amid rising border tensions following Operation Sindoor, Congress leader Rashid Alvi, on Friday, raised concerns over foreign involvement in Pakistan’s military aggression, alleging that its drones were primarily of Turkish origin, with suspected support from China as well.

A promise in every penny: How PMJJBY is securing lives in rural India

IANS | May 9, 2025 9:18 AM

Chhatarpur/Mandsaur, May 9 (IANS) In the heartlands of Madhya Pradesh, where life often flows with quiet resilience, a government scheme is silently scripting stories of hope, security, and survival. The Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) -- a life insurance initiative launched by the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi ten years ago (May 9, 2015) -- has emerged as a safety net for thousands of families in districts like Chhatarpur and Mandsaur.

Proud of our military, nation stands united: Samajwadi Party's Nadvi

IANS | May 9, 2025 9:13 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) In the wake of heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the terror attack in Pahalgam, Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Mohibbullah Nadvi on Friday lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their strong and decisive response to Pakistan's aggression following Operation Sindoor.

Pakistan's F-16 and 2 JF-17 jets shot down by India

IANS | May 9, 2025 7:02 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Amid escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, India has shot down Pakistan Air Force's F-16 as well as two JF-17 aircraft after Pakistan tried to attack multiple locations in Jammu and Punjab, government sources said.