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Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) has ordered the closure of all rooftop restaurants in the city following a tragic fire that resulted in 14 fatalities at the Rituraj Hotel in Burrabazar. Mayor Firhad Hakim stated that these establishments must be shut down to ensure emergency access, emphasizing that rooftops, as common spaces, should not be utilized for commercial purposes. Notices have been issued for immediate closure, with non-compliant restaurants facing enforcement actions. A meeting involving municipal officials, fire brigade personnel, and police is set to discuss measures to prevent future incidents. An official confirmed that a rooftop restaurant in Park Street has already received a closure notice. The KMC is also compiling a report on the number of rooftop eateries across the city and urged the public to remain vigilant regarding safety issues. 
Published: May 03 2025, 10 pmeznews.inIn a swift military operation dubbed Operation Sindoor, India launched 24 missiles within 25 minutes, targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, resulting in the deaths of over 70 terrorists. Conducted jointly by the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force on May 7, the strikes were described as a "measured and proportionate" response to an April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26 people. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri emphasized that the operation aimed to dismantle long-established terror infrastructure linked to groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad, and was executed with precision to minimize civilian casualties. The targeted locations included Muzaffarabad and Bahawalpur, known for hosting terrorist activities. Surveillance confirmed the destruction of key facilities, while the operation intentionally avoided Pakistani military installations, underscoring India's commitment to counter cross-border terrorism responsibly.
Published: May 07 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIndia's 'Operation Sindoor' was briefed today by Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, marking a significant military response to the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam that claimed 26 lives. The operation involved 24 missile strikes on nine terrorist camps in Pakistan, resulting in the deaths of 70 militants and injuries to 60 others. The choice of two women officers to lead the briefing was hailed as a powerful statement, with Colonel Qureshi emphasizing that no military installations were targeted. The strikes, which occurred early on May 6 and lasted 25 minutes, were described as a demonstration of India's strategic resolve against cross-border terrorism. In retaliation, Pakistan engaged in indiscriminate firing along the Line of Control, resulting in the deaths of 10 civilians, including two children, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region.
Published: May 07 2025, 12 pmeznews.inThe West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE) has announced the results for the Class 12 examinations of 2025 today. Students can access their results by visiting the official website at wbchse.wb.gov.in, where they will need to enter their roll number and date of birth. Results are also available via DigiLocker and NDTV's dedicated education page. To check their results, students should navigate to the homepage, click on the 'WBCHSE Class 12 Results' link, enter the required details, and submit to view their scores. Provisional mark sheets will be downloadable online, containing vital information such as names, roll numbers, and subject-wise marks. Students are encouraged to collect their original mark sheets from their schools. Additionally, WBCHSE will soon provide details regarding re-evaluation applications and supplementary exams for those who did not pass.
Published: May 07 2025, 12 pmeznews.inIndia has launched 24 missile strikes across nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir, reportedly killing 70 terrorists in a counteroffensive following the Pahalgam terror attack. Dubbed Operation Sindoor, the strikes targeted camps linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad, marking a significant escalation in India's military response to cross-border terrorism. Government sources emphasized that the operation aimed to dismantle the deep-rooted nexus between the Pakistan Army and terrorist groups while minimizing civilian casualties, although Pakistan reported at least nine civilian deaths. The operation involved precise targeting, supported by extensive intelligence, and aimed to disrupt the operational capabilities of these terror groups. Indian officials expressed regret over civilian casualties but maintained that all targeted sites were directly associated with terrorist activities. The strikes were characterized as a demonstration of India's strategic resolve to no longer tolerate cross-border terrorism, amid calls for restraint from global powers.
Published: May 07 2025, 10 ameznews.inIn a significant escalation of military strategy, India launched Operation Sindoor, marking its most extensive cross-border strike since the 2019 Balakot airstrikes. This operation was a response to the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians and was attributed to the Pakistan-based terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Unlike previous operations, Sindoor involved a tri-services deployment of advanced air, naval, and land assets, executing 24 missile strikes across nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, resulting in over 70 militants reportedly killed. The targets included ideological indoctrination centres and logistical hubs linked to groups like Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and LeT. Notably, the operation utilized air-launched SCALP missiles and precision-guided HAMMER bombs, demonstrating a shift in India's strategic posture to preemptively strike against terrorist infrastructure, emphasizing that no location is beyond reach.
Published: May 07 2025, 11 ameznews.inNEW DELHI: In a decisive military operation dubbed 'Operation Sindoor,' India targeted nine terror camps linked to cross-border terrorism in response to the brutal Pahalgam attack that claimed 26 lives, including those of civilians. The operation, which began at 1:05 am on May 6 and lasted 25 minutes, involved strikes on four camps in Pakistan and five in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, utilizing advanced munitions such as the HAMMER bomb and SCALP missile. The Indian government described the response as "measured" and aimed at dismantling terrorist infrastructure without escalating tensions. Officials reported that around 70 terrorists were killed, with 60 others injured. The operation highlighted India's commitment to countering terrorism, particularly from groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, which have been responsible for past attacks. The military's focus was on minimizing civilian casualties while delivering justice to the victims of the Pahalgam attack.
Published: May 07 2025, 10 ameznews.inNEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has named India's counterstrike against terror bases in Pakistan "Operation Sindoor" following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 innocent lives. The name, which symbolizes the vermilion worn by Hindu brides, reflects the tragedy of families torn apart by the attack, where victims were executed in front of their loved ones. The operation's imagery, featuring the word "Sindoor" alongside spilled vermilion, conveys the pain of widowed women mourning their husbands. Families of victims have expressed gratitude for the government's response, with one widow stating, "This is the real tribute to my husband." Modi emphasized that the attack crossed moral boundaries, declaring that the perpetrators would face unimaginable consequences. He vowed to pursue terrorists relentlessly, asserting that India's spirit would not be broken by such acts of violence. The nation stands united in its resolve for justice against terrorism.
Published: May 07 2025, 9 ameznews.inThree civilians were killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch sector on Tuesday due to "arbitrary and indiscriminate firing" and artillery shelling from Pakistan, according to the Indian Army, which claimed to have executed a "proportionate response." Pakistan reported nine civilian fatalities from India's retaliatory actions. This exchange of fire followed India's precision strikes on terror training camps run by Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba inside Pakistan, part of a coordinated tri-services operation named 'Sindoor,' marking the first joint military action since the 1971 war. Government sources indicated that approximately 70 terrorists were killed, significantly impacting the operational capacity of these groups. The camps targeted included key locations such as Bahawalpur and Muridke, linked to major terrorist activities against India. The Indian military employed advanced munitions, including SCALP missiles and loitering munitions, in the strikes, which aimed to degrade the infrastructure supporting terrorism in the region.
Published: May 07 2025, 9 ameznews.inIndia has initiated Operation Sindoor, targeting nine locations associated with "terrorist infrastructure" in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) early on May 7. This military operation follows the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals, where attackers executed men in front of their families. Widows of the victims, including Pragati Jagdale and Ashanya Dwivedi, expressed their gratitude towards the government for the operation, perceiving it as a significant retaliation against terrorism. Jagdale described it as a "befitting reply," while Dwivedi emphasized that it marked the beginning of revenge, expressing confidence in Prime Minister Modi's commitment to eradicating terrorism. Many families affected by the attack, including those who lost spouses during their honeymoon or while on vacation, echoed similar sentiments. The defence ministry is set to provide further details on Operation Sindoor in a press conference later today.
Published: May 07 2025, 9 ameznews.inNEW DELHI: Following India's all-out counterstrike to avenge the Pahalgam attack, senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor expressed pride in the nation's response, emphasizing that it was a "calibrated, calculated" operation aimed at terror targets without escalating conflict with Pakistan. Tharoor, who previously advocated for a measured response in an op-ed, stated that the strikes, carried out at 1:44 AM under 'Operation Sindoor', targeted nine sites linked to terrorist activities in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir. He stressed the importance of sending a clear message that such acts of violence would not go unpunished, while acknowledging the inherent challenges of intelligence failures. In a pointed critique of Pakistan's political rhetoric, Tharoor underscored that India does not seek conflict but will respond decisively to provocations, asserting that any bloodshed would likely be greater on the Pakistani side.
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