Low-cost carrier IndiGo announced on Friday that due to the closure of Pakistan’s airspace, international routes operated by the airline will require longer sectors and hence may be subject to some slight schedule adjustments.

"With the same restrictions and limited rerouting options, unfortunately, Almaty and Tashkent are outside the operational range of IndiGo’s current fleet. Hence, flights to Almaty stand cancelled from 27th of April until at least 7th of May and to Tashkent from 28th of April until 7th May 2025," the airline said in a statement.

IndiGo has suggested that its customers check the latest flight status on the airline’s website www.goindigo.com.

"Rescheduling and cancellations can be managed through our website. For more information or assistance, please write to: customer.experience@goindigo.in," the IndiGo statement added.

Ambassadors of Israel, Egypt, Argentina, and Nepal met External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar in New Delhi on Friday, expressing solidarity with India in its fight against terrorism following the heinous terror attack in Pahalgam.

Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand currently visiting India, also called on EAM at his office to express solidarity on the Pahalgam terrorist attack.

"Good to meet former PM of New Zealand Helen Clark this evening. Appreciate her support and solidarity on the Pahalgam terrorist attack. Discussed cooperation in health and development," EAM Jaishankar posted on X after meeting the Kiwi leader.

Jaishankar also held a conversation over phone with Faisal bin Farhan, the Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday's terrorist attack in which 26 innocent civilians lost their lives and several others were injured.

"Had a telecon with Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan of Saudi Arabia. Discussed the Pahalgam terrorist attack and its cross-border linkages," the External Affairs Minister said.

The Haryana Right to Service Commission on Friday said it has taken a tough stance on irregularities and biased conduct in the process of verification of wills registered at the estate office in Karnal city.

The commission has found the role of Assistant District Attorney Avtar Singh Saini inconsistent and without accountability.

A commission spokesperson, while giving information, said the investigation regarding the irregularities made it clear that uniformity was not followed in the verification process, and selected applicants were targeted and unnecessarily harassed.

Motilal Oswal Financial Services Limited (MOFSL) on Friday reported a net loss of Rs 63.2 crore for the quarter ending March 2025, marking its first quarterly loss in five years.

In comparison, the company had posted a strong profit of Rs 724 crore in the same period last year.

The main reason behind this sharp fall was a significant hit on fair value changes, the company said in its stock exchange filings.

According to its filings, MOFSL recorded a net loss of Rs 430 crore due to fair value changes during the quarter, as against a net gain of Rs 424 crore in the March 2024 quarter.

The company’s total revenue from operations also saw a big drop, falling 44 per cent year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 1,190 crore.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday sought severest of severe action against Air India employees responsible for misbehaviour with former Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib Giani Raghbir Singh.

In a statement issued here today, the Chief Minister said that the incident of maltreatment of the former Jathedar Giani Raghbeer Singh is highly condemnable. He said that this sort of irresponsible behaviour by the Air India authorities is unwarranted and undesirable. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that Singh Sahib are a respected personality of Punjab in general and Sikh community in particular and this sought of mistreatment with him cannot be tolerated.

Telangana Police have asked Pakistani nationals staying in the state to return home as the Indian government has decided to revoke all existing valid visas with effect from April 27.

Director General of Police Dr Jintender said Attari border will remain open for departure for Pakistanis up to April 30 and advised all Pakistani nationals staying in Telangana to follow the guidelines to avoid any legal action.

The Centre on Wednesday decided to suspend visa services to Pakistani nationals with immediate effect, in the wake of the terror attack at Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22 that killed 26 tourists and injured several others.

“All existing valid visas issued by India to Pakistani nationals stand revoked with effect from 27 April 2025. Medical visas issued to Pakistani nationals will be valid only till 29 April 2025,” the DGP said in a statement on Friday.

According to the statement, the revocation of visas does not apply to holders of Long Term Visas (LTVs) and diplomatic and official visas.

Singer Shreya Ghoshal decided to cancel her forthcoming concert in Surat in the light of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir.

Informing about the same, Shreya shared a note on her IG stories. "In light of the recent and tragic events, the organisers along with the artist have collectively made the decision to cancel the upcoming show scheduled to happen in Surat this Saturday, April 26th," the organizers wrote.

Shreya further assured the attendees that they would be given a full refund for the tickets. This refund would shortly be reflected in the original source of their payment.

The note said, "All ticket holders will receive full refunds, and the amount will be refunded back to your original mode of payment. For any queries write to events@district.in. Thank you for your understanding."

Yesterday, Arijit Singh also called off his upcoming concert in Chennai after the Pahalgam terror attack.

In a heartbreaking incident near Pollachi in Tamil Nadu’s Coimbatore district, three college students from Chennai drowned while bathing in the stream near the Azhiyar Dam, officials said on Friday.

The victims -- Anro Jerid, 21, Tharun, and Raven -- were part of a group of 25 students from Savitha College of Physiotherapy in Poonamallee, Chennai. The group had travelled to the Azhiyar dam area on a tour when the tragedy unfolded.

According to police and eyewitness accounts, a few students entered the lower section of the dam to bathe in the stream, despite warnings and signage prohibiting such activity.

While bathing, Anro Jerid began struggling in the water. In a desperate attempt to save him, his friends Tharun and Raven jumped in -- but all three were overwhelmed by the current and drowned.

Area residents, who witnessed the incident, quickly alerted authorities. Fire and rescue personnel, with assistance from locals, launched a search operation.

Sunrisers Hyderabad have opted to bowl first against Chennai Super Kings in Match 43 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday. With both sides sitting at the bottom of the points table with just four points each from eight matches, this clash is crucial for their playoff hopes.

Chennai Super Kings, known for their dominance at home, have faced a tough time adjusting to the conditions at Chepauk this season. Despite their experience and strong core, CSK have struggled to read the pitch conditions, leading to unexpected defeats.

Captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni, playing his 400th T20 game on the night, revealed he too wanted to bowl first and explained the two changes made by the side, which saw Dewald Brevis and Deepak Hooda come in the side in place of Rachin Ravindra and Vijay Shankar.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni, a player who has successfully stood the test of time has reached his 400th T20 game landmark during Chennai Super Kings’ clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Friday.

His stellar T20 career, which has seen him captain India to the 2007 T20 World Cup victory and had a massive role in leading CSK to five Indian Premier League titles, has seen him score 7566 runs at a strike rate of 135.90.

Although at 44 years of age, Dhoni’s batting may not be at the peak of his prowess with the bat but he is still lightning quick behind the stumps and holds the record of most stumpings in the format with 34 to his name.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is leading CSK once again in the IPL 2025 season after regular skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad was ruled out for the remainder of the season with an elbow fracture.