Breaking: Stunning News Headlines Transforming India – May 5, 2025

Headlines Trending in India and World: Politics, E-Commerce, Lifestyle, Sports, Health & Entertainment on 5th May 2025

1. Air India Flight Diverts to Abu Dhabi Following Missile Strike Near Tel Aviv 

There was a dramatic incident on May 4, 2025, when an Air India flight on its way from Delhi to Tel Aviv had to divert to Abu Dhabi following a missile strike near Ben Gurion Airport. The missile, which was fired by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, hit nearby the airport, and passengers went into a state of panic with immediate action following. Air India issued a notification suspending flights to and from Tel Aviv through May 6, putting passengers’ and crew’s safety first.

Airline ground staff at Abu Dhabi is making alternative arrangements for affected passengers, and travelers who have made bookings up to May 6 are being given free rescheduling or full refund. The Boeing 787 flight, monitored by flightradar24, was flying over Jordan when it diverted. Other large carriers such as Delta, Ryanair, Air France, Lufthansa, and SWISS also canceled flights to Tel Aviv, with SWISS suspending flights until May 6 and providing rebooking or refunding. The incident highlights the security situation in the region, which is sensitive, with airlines following developments closely.

2. UN Security Council to Discuss India-Pakistan Standoff Over Pahalgam Attack
   

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) will hold closed consultations on May 5, 2025, to address the growing tensions between India and Pakistan after the horrific Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 dead. The session, at the request of Pakistan, will discuss the worsening bilateral relationship, characterized by India’s strict actions, such as suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, prohibiting Pakistani imports, and canceling visas for Pakistani citizens.

The UNSC, with five permanent members—China, France, Russia, the UK, and the US—and ten non-permanent members, including Pakistan, will listen to opinions on the crisis. India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has spoken to most UNSC members, with the exception of China and Pakistan, calling for responsibility for the perpetrators of the attack. Greece’s UNSC President for May, Ambassador Evangelos Sekeris, stressed the possibility of talks to defuse tensions.

Jaishankar’s meetings with world leaders, such as UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are indicative of India’s strong stand against cross-border terrorism, paving the way for a pivotal diplomatic conversation.

3. India Suspends Water Supply to Pakistan from Chenab River Dam
   

In a bold move escalating tensions with Pakistan, India halted water flow from the Baglihar dam on the Chenab River on May 3, 2025, and is preparing to reduce runoff from the Kishanganga project on the Jhelum River. The decision, announced hours after Pakistan tested a surface-to-surface ballistic missile, aligns with India’s resolve to prevent any water from the Indus river system reaching its neighbor.

The Jal Shakti Ministry informed the Union Home Ministry about proposals to divert water to northern Indian states, with 50 engineers from the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) stationed in Jammu and Kashmir to manage operations. The Kishanganga dam, a large hydropower plant in the Gurez valley, is to undergo major maintenance, further limiting downstream flow. Pakistan has already protested the plans for both dams, and India’s move, as well as an Indian ban on Pakistani vessels entering its ports, is a forceful reaction to recent aggression, heightening the bilateral confrontation.

4. Terror Aide Drowns in Kulgam River During Attempt to Escape
   

A tragic event took place in Kulgam district, Jammu and Kashmir, on May 4, 2025, when Imtiyaz Ahmad Magray, a 23-year-old alleged Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) overground worker, drowned while trying to escape security forces. Arrested on May 3 for interrogation in relation to the Pahalgam terror attack, Magray reportedly admitted to giving accommodation and food to LeT members in Tangmarg.

While taking a joint police-army party to a suspected hideout, he leaped into the churning Vishaw Nallah river to escape, but was carried away by the current. His body was later retrieved in the Adbal stream near Aharbal. The incident was caught on camera in a viral video, which was recorded under drone surveillance, but Magray’s family accused foul play, alleging he had died in custody. The Jammu and Kashmir Police are probing both the terror link and Magray’s death, balancing a sensitive situation amidst increased security operations in the region.

5. Trump Imposes 100% Tariff on Foreign Movies, Citing National Security
   

US President Donald Trump declared a blanket 100% tariff on films made outside the United States on May 4, 2025, calling foreign film incentives a “national security threat.” In a Truth Social message, Trump contended that nations providing subsidies to lure filmmakers are killing the American film industry, especially Hollywood, and are doing “messaging and propaganda.”

Trump instructed the Department of Commerce and the US Trade Representative to put the tariff into effect, seeking to bring back domestic film production. Trump’s comments were accompanied by suggestions of possible trade arrangements with nations such as China, but without giving details. The action has drawn criticism regarding its effects on global film markets and US shoppers, with question marks over the national security justification. Trump’s government remains committed to protectionist measures, redefining America’s trade arena as it negotiates with global partners.

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6. Bengaluru MBA Graduate Arrested for Molesting Woman Near Tech Park
   

A shocking encounter near Bengaluru’s Eco World technology park in Bellandur resulted in the arrest of Srikanth, a 32-year-old MBA graduate and employee of a private company, on May 4, 2025. On April 30, Srikanth allegedly molested a 26-year-old woman twice, hitting her back while on a two-wheeler near the entrance of the tech park, then going back to do it again with greater force.

The suspect parked nearby to look at the victim, who approached Marathahalli police and reported it. Even with CCTV surveillance and security guards, the passersby did nothing. Special police squads arrested Srikanth after an investigation, and officials are investigating if he has committed similar crimes before. The case has again raised the issue of safety for women in Bengaluru’s high-security office areas, with demands for increased alertness and enforcement to safeguard workers in the city’s technology precincts.

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7. Amaravati Revives with ₹58,000 Crore Investment
   

Amaravati, the planned capital of Andhra Pradesh, set sail on a new journey on May 2, 2025, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth ₹58,000 crore, giving the city a fresh lease of life after years of political turmoil. Planned in 2014 by then-Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu as a new, greenfield urban center after the state bifurcation, Amaravati hit roadblocks when YSR Congress leader YS Jaganmohan Reddy, after coming to power in 2019, floated a three-capital scheme, pushing the project to the backburner.

There were legal disputes until Naidu came back to power in 2024, supported by the Centre and World Bank financing. The revived Amaravati aims to blend renewable energy and climate resilience, echoing its historical significance as a Buddhist learning hub. Modi’s launch signals a commitment to completing the project on schedule, avoiding cost overruns, and positioning Amaravati as a model for India’s urban future.

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8. India Unveils World’s First Genome-Edited Rice Varieties
   

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) set a milestone on 2 May 2025 by launching the world’s first genome-edited rice varieties, aimed at increasing yields, saving water, and lowering emissions. The varieties, based on popular cultivars Samba Mahsuri and MTU1010, allow for precise genetic editing without the use of foreign DNA. ICAR estimates that planting these varieties on five million hectares can provide an additional 4.5 million tonnes of paddy, save 7,500 million cubic meters of water, and reduce methane emissions by 20% because of a 20-day reduced maturity period.

Dubbed ‘Kamala’ and ‘Pusa DST Rice 1,’ the varieties are suitable for states such as Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal. Launched in 2018, ICAR research is aligned to the ‘Viksit Bharat’ vision, assuring sustainable growth in staple crops and strengthening India’s position of agricultural innovation leadership.

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9. Babil Khan’s Emotional Breakdown Sparks Fued with Filmmaker Sai Rajesh
   

Actor Babil Khan, a son of the late Irrfan Khan, landed in the controversy on May 4, 2025, after reacting to filmmaker Sai Rajesh’s comment on his emotional Instagram clips. Babil, who was a part of the remake of Rajesh’s movie Baby, had posted videos that were full of frustration with Bollywood, which he later explained were intended to be in appreciation of fellow actors, not criticism.

Rajesh, in an now-deleted Instagram post, accused Babil’s team of disrespect, which led Babil to share the personal sacrifices he undertook for the role, such as living in difficult conditions and even self-inflicted harm. Babil’s family put out a statement confirming his good health and explaining the misunderstanding, but the online feud, fueled by social media, has generated debate about mental health stress in Bollywood. Both sides have since removed their messages, and the disagreement remains unsettled.

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10. Kunal Singh Rathore Makes Historic IPL Debut for Rajasthan Royals
    

Kota-born Kunal Singh Rathore inscribed his name in the annals of cricket history on May 4, 2025, by becoming the first player from his city to make his IPL debut in a game against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) at Eden Gardens. The 22-year-old wicketkeeper, purchased by Rajasthan Royals for ₹30 lakhs in the 2024 mega auction, was a substitute for injured Nitish Rana in a must-win game for KKR’s playoff chances.

Rajasthan Royals, themselves no longer in contention with just three victories from 11 games, took the chance to play youth. Rathore, who made his Royals debut in 2023, has a decent domestic career, with 580 runs in 15 first-class matches and 404 in 16 List A fixtures since his debut for Rajasthan in 2022. His addition supports the team’s wicketkeeping strength in the wake of captain Sanju Samson’s injury, a moment of pride for Kota and fans of Rajasthan cricket.

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