North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspecting a joint striking drill of long-range artillery and missile systems

Illustration in India.

Daily Life Along India-Pakistan Border

Final score Kolkata Knight Riders 179/6 in 20 overs, Chennai Super Kings 183/8 in 19.4 overs

Indian armed forces carried out air strike named 'Operation Sindoor' with focused missile strike demolishing nine terrorist camps situated across the border in Pakistan between 1:05am-1:30am Indian Standard Time (IST) on Wednesday to avenge the recent terror attack in Pahalgam by terrorist belonging to 'The Resistance Front' (TRF), a shadow outfit of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba which killed 26 tourist in the union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.

India-Pakistan Tensions, Security On Alert in Srinagar

Giant Panda Fubao was born in South Korea in 2020 and returned to China in 2024. China only rents pandas to foreign zoos, and pandas typically have to return their offspring within a few years of birth to participate in China's breeding program. China has long used "panda diplomacy" as a form of soft power, and Fu Bao's parents, Ai Bao and Le Bao, were gifted to South Korea by Chinese President Xi Jinping in 2016.

The Bank of Korea (BOK) is the central bank of South Korea and the institution that issues the Korean won. It was founded on June 12, 1950 in Seoul, South Korea.

Royal Palace Guards conduct the Changing Ceremony in the main courtyard of Gwanghwamun Gate, the main entrance of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea.

Two unidentified fighter jets reportedly crashed in Jammu and Kashmir shortly after India launched "Operation Sindoor", hitting nine sites in Pakistan. Death toll soars on both sides as Pakistan says 26 killed in Indian strikes and 10 dead in Pakistani shelling along Kashmir border.

Three fighter jets crashed in India’s Jammu and Kashmir region on Wednesday, according to media reports. The Indian Army has launched “Operation Sindoor,” targeting nine sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Several people were reportedly killed due to cross-border firing by the Pakistan Army.

India-Pakistan on Edge of War Over Kashmir Attack

India has launched “Operation Sindoor”, hitting nine sites in Pakistan. Pakistan says India’s missile attacks on six locations killed at least eight people and wounded more than 35, promising a robust response to the “act of war” from its neighbour.

India has launched “Operation Sindoor”, hitting nine sites in Pakistan. Pakistan says India’s missile attacks on six locations killed at least eight people and wounded more than 35, promising a robust response to the “act of war” from its neighbour.

Thrissur Pooram festival and Kudamattom in Thrissur, India - 6 May 2025

Chairperson Khaleda Zia's motorcade en route from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Interational Airport to her Gulshan home. After four months of receiving medical treatment in London, BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia returned home to a grand welcome. BNP leaders and activists crowded Dhaka's Airport Road to greet her causing traffic congestion in several areas.

The Cops Combat competition is a martial arts tournament for members of the Thai Policemen held at the Rajadamnern Stadium by the Royal Thai Police aimed at making Thai policemen aware of the importance of close-quarter combat.

An Immortal Regiment march to mark upcoming Victory Day in Seoul, South Korea

Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025 is a world exposition in Japan focused on designing a future society that promotes health, sustainability, and innovation. It will be held from April 13 to October 13, 2025.

India -Japan Diplomacy in New Delhi, India

Final score: Kolkata Knight Riders 206/4, Rajasthan Royals 205/8, Kolkata Knight Riders won by 1 run.

Israeli army forces stormed the central market and clashes erupted between Palestinian youths and army forces. The Red Crescent reported that approximately 44 Palestinian youths were injured and one youth was arrested during the military operation.

Seoul is written in English letters on a wall in Seoul

The Jongmyo Daeje (Great JongMyo Rite) at Jongmyo Shrine in Seoul

Myanmar people protest against China's support for Myanmar's military government in Seoul

Pet Expo Thailand 2025 in Bangkok

Daily life amid India Pakistan tension after tourist attack in Srinagar

Tensions between India and Pakistan have intensified following a militant attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam on April 22, 2025, that left 26 dead and is reportedly linked to Pakistan. In retaliation, India has enacted strong measures including banning Pakistani ships, suspending the Indus Water Treaty, halting all imports, and cancelling visas for Pakistani nationals. With hostility mounting, the threat of a limited conflict looms, drawing attention to how neighboring countries like China, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, and Bhutan might respond.

The first batch of pilgrims from Srinagar departed for Madinah in Saudi Arabia to perform the annual Hajj. A total of 3,600 Hajj pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir will be embarking on the holy journey to Mecca and Madinah this year.

India bans the import of goods coming from or transiting via Pakistan and bars Pakistani ships as tensions rise between the nuclear-armed neighbors following a deadly attack on tourists in Kashmir.

World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) day 3 in Mumbai

Hefazat-e-Islam Bangladesh is holding its grand rally demanding justice for atrocities during the Awami League regime.They have placed demands at the rally cancellation of the Women’s Affairs Reform Commission’s report for allegedly going against the Quran and Sunnah, restoration of ‘full faith in Allah’ in the constitution, withdrawal of all false cases filed during the Awami League’s rule, trial for the May 5, 2013 Shapla Chattar killings and an end to the persecution of Muslims in Palestine and India.

World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in Mumbai

The 2025 Seoul Fashion Road in Seoul, South Korea - 2 May 2025

Former South Korean Prime Minister Han declared his bid for president in Seoul, South Korea - 2 May 2025

At least two persons drowned after a boat capsized in Dal Lake amid gusty winds. However, one among them has been rescued while the search operation is going on to trace the other missing individual.

The Rato Machhindranath chariot festival is one of the greatest religious events in the city and the longest chariot festival celebrated in the country. Rato Machhindranath is known as the god of rain, and both Hindus and Buddhists worship for good rain to prevent drought during the rice harvest season.

Thai and Myanmar workers marched together in the center of Bangkok to mark the International Labour Day and calling for the workers rights and protest against the Myanmar military government.

Labor and progressive groups marched in Manila, calling for wage increase to mark Labor Day today in the Philippines.

Bangladesh celebrating International Labour Day, also known as Workers Day or May Day, is celebrated on May 1. It is a day to recognise the contributions, dedication and fight for fair treatment for all workers. It is also a day to honour the efforts and achievements of workers and the labour movement.

Trailer Launch of the Bengali film 'Aamar Boss' in Mumbai, India - 30 Apr 2025

India Akshaya Tritiya Festival in New Delhi, India - 30 Apr 2025

Tensions between India and Pakistan continue to simmer a week after a deadly attack in Kashmir. Indian authorities announced the closure of numerous tourist sites in the region. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the military "operational freedom" to respond to a deadly attack in Kashmir that New Delhi has blamed on arch-rival Pakistan.