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Travel vlogger Jyoti Malhotra, known as Jyoti Rani, was arrested on Saturday in Haryana for allegedly spying for Pakistan and leaking sensitive military information. The 33-year-old, who runs the YouTube channel 'Travel With Jo' and has a significant following on Instagram, has traveled extensively, including two visits to Pakistan. Her content from Pakistan, which included visits to Lahore and cultural comparisons, raised suspicions among Indian authorities. It is alleged that during her first visit, she developed ties with Ehsan-ur-Rahim, a Pakistani High Commission official, and subsequently communicated with Pakistani intelligence operatives, sharing sensitive details about Indian Army movements. Malhotra's arrest follows India's Operation Sindoor, a response to a deadly terror attack in April, after which Rahim was expelled from India for espionage activities. She is one of six individuals charged under espionage laws. 
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May 18 2025, 10 am ISTeznews.inHaryana Police have arrested Jyoti Rani from Hisar on charges of espionage, alleging she shared sensitive information with Pakistani agencies. Her father, Haris Malhotra, claims she visited Pakistan to create YouTube content and is demanding the return of her confiscated belongings, including phones, laptops, and passports. Malhotra stated that his daughter had received the necessary permissions for her travels and had been in Hisar for several days prior to her arrest. Police allege that she met a Pakistani officer, Ahsan-ur-Rahim, in Delhi and travelled to Pakistan twice, maintaining continuous contact with him. During her interrogation, Rani reportedly admitted to visiting the Pakistan High Commission in 2023 to apply for a visa and exchanging contact details with Rahim, who facilitated her meetings with Pakistani intelligence. She has been remanded for five days under the Official Secrets Act as the investigation continues.
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May 18 2025, 10 am ISTeznews.inSenior BJP leader Nishikant Dubey expressed gratitude for being included in a seven-member delegation alongside AIMIM MP Asaduddin Owaisi, tasked with visiting Muslim countries to highlight Pakistan's links to terrorism. This initiative follows the recent Pahalgam terror attack and India's counterstrike, Operation Sindoor. The delegation, led by BJP's Baijayant Panda, also includes BJP members Phangnon Konyak and Rekha Sharma, nominated MP Satnam Singh Sandhu, former Congress leader Ghulam Nabi Azad, and ex-foreign secretary Harsh Shringla. Dubey hailed the collaboration with Owaisi as a testament to democracy, despite their previous political clashes, including Owaisi's criticism of Dubey's remarks on the Supreme Court. Owaisi emphasized that their participation transcends party lines and expressed commitment to fulfilling their responsibilities effectively. Six additional delegations from India will also engage globally on this issue.
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May 18 2025, 10 am ISTeznews.inThe Indian Army has confirmed that the ceasefire agreement with Pakistan, established on May 12, will remain in effect indefinitely. An army official clarified that there is no predetermined end date for the cessation of hostilities, countering speculation that the pause would conclude soon. "As far as the continuation of the break in hostilities is concerned, there is no expiry date to it," the official stated. Additionally, there were no scheduled discussions between the Directors General of Military Operations (DGMOs) from either country on Sunday, indicating a lack of immediate diplomatic engagement. The announcement reflects ongoing efforts to maintain peace along the Line of Control, although tensions in the region remain a concern.
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May 18 2025, 9 am ISTeznews.inThe Indian government has announced the formation of seven all-party delegations to promote its zero-tolerance policy on terrorism and highlight Operation Sindoor, launched in response to a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Comprising 59 members, including 31 from the ruling National Democratic Alliance and 20 from opposition parties, these delegations will visit 32 countries, starting May 23. Each group, led by prominent political figures such as BJP's Baijayant Panda and Congress's Shashi Tharoor, will engage with international audiences to convey India's stance against terrorism. This outreach follows a cross-border attack on April 22 that killed 26, prompting India to target terror sites in Pakistan. The escalated tensions led to military actions, but a ceasefire was reached on May 10, halting further hostilities.
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May 18 2025, 8 am ISTeznews.inNEW DELHI: The Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) 63rd PSLV launch, intended to deploy the EOS-9 surveillance satellite, ended in failure due to a drop in chamber pressure during the third stage. The launch took place at 5.59 am from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, following successful initial stages. ISRO chairman V Narayanan, who previously identified issues in the Chandrayaan-2 mission, confirmed the anomaly occurred in the solid fuel stage. The EOS-9 satellite, designed to enhance India's remote sensing capabilities and provide critical data across various sectors, was meant to orbit 500 kilometres above the Earth. In light of the failure, both ISRO's internal committee and an external government panel will investigate the incident, with findings expected in a few weeks. Despite the setback, four radar satellites and eight cartosats remain operational, though EOS-9's unique all-weather capabilities will take years to replace.
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May 18 2025, 7 am ISTeznews.inISRO's attempt to launch the Earth observation satellite EOS-09 aboard the PSLV-C61 rocket from Sriharikota on Sunday was unsuccessful due to an anomaly in the third stage of the vehicle, according to Chairman V Narayanan. The launch, marking the 101st mission for the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle, proceeded normally through the first two stages, but an issue arose during the third stage motor's operation. Narayanan stated that further analysis would be conducted before future attempts. EOS-09, a repeat of the EOS-04 satellite launched in 2022, is equipped with a Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) to provide all-weather imaging for various applications, including agriculture, forestry monitoring, disaster management, urban planning, and national security. The rocket was scheduled to launch at 5:59 AM.
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May 18 2025, 7 am ISTeznews.inIn a tragic incident in Amauli village, Uttar Pradesh, a 44-year-old man, Raju Pal, has been arrested for allegedly beating his 26-year-old wife, Aarti Pal, to death just a week after their wedding. According to police reports, Aarti, originally from Jaunpur district, was Raju's third wife, having married him on May 9 following two previous failed marriages. Tensions reportedly escalated between the couple shortly after their marriage, culminating in a violent altercation on Thursday night. Neighbours alerted authorities, and when police arrived, they found Aarti injured and rushed her to Narpatpur Community Health Centre, where she was pronounced dead. The body has been sent for a post-mortem examination as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding her death.
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May 18 2025, 6 am ISTeznews.inThe Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched its 101st satellite, EOS-09, aboard the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV-C61) on Sunday, but the mission ultimately failed shortly after liftoff. The PSLV-C61 performed normally until the second stage, after which an issue arose in the third stage, leading to the mission's failure. ISRO Chief confirmed the setback, stating, "We will come back after analysis." The EOS-09, designed for Earth observation with advanced radar technology, aimed to enhance surveillance for agriculture, forestry, and disaster management, and was equipped with deorbiting fuel for responsible disposal. Despite the excitement surrounding the launch, families who traveled to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre were disappointed as security concerns related to India-Pakistan tensions prevented public viewing of the event. Enthusiastic visitors expressed their aspirations to witness future launches and even dreamt of contributing to ISRO's mission.
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May 18 2025, 6 am ISTeznews.inHeavy rain and strong winds battered Noida, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday, leading to dramatic scenes as an iron signboard dangled precariously from a high-tension wire in Sector 20. A video showing a state board employee bravely climbing the wire to remove the signboard has gone viral, earning him the nickname "Superman" on social media. Crowds gathered to capture the moment, while in nearby Sector 27, a traffic light pole collapsed, disrupting traffic but fortunately causing no injuries. Reports of fallen trees and electric poles emerged from various locations, prompting a swift response from traffic personnel and the Noida Development Authority to clear the roads. The extreme weather has raised concerns over changing climate patterns, particularly amidst ongoing heatwave warnings in several northern states.
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