Prime Minister Modi led critical security meetings following a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam. The Indian Army responded to ongoing unprovoked firing from Pakistan along the LoC. A tragic temple wall collapse during a festival in Visakhapatnam resulted in casualties, but quick thinking limited further loss. In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court emphasized digital access rights, ensuring better accommodations for individuals with disabilities. A mix of urgency and legal progress shapes the current landscape.
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High-Level Response to Terror Attack
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired key security and political meetings following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people last week.
The meetings involved top ministers and culminated in a scheduled cabinet briefing to address the crisis.
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Tragic Temple Wall Collapse
A newly constructed wall at Simhachalam Temple in Andhra Pradesh collapsed during heavy rain on Akshaya Tritiya festival.
The collapse killed seven people and injured six, triggered when crowds leaned on the weakened wall near a ticket counter.
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Inclusive Digital KYC Mandate
The Supreme Court recognized digital access as part of the right to life and liberty, mandating inclusive digital KYC norms.
Changes mandated aim to support people with vision impairments and acid attack survivors, promoting equitable access to digital IDs in India.
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This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 30th of April and here are the headlines.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the second Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed at least 26 people. Key ministers including Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, and S. Jaishankar attended. Modi also led meetings of the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) and the Cabinet Economic Affairs Committee (CCEA). A cabinet briefing is scheduled for 4 PM. Meanwhile, the Pakistan Army continued “unprovoked firing” across Jammu and Kashmir’s LoC for the sixth night, with the Indian Army responding proportionately, officials told PTI.
A newly constructed wall at the Simhachalam temple in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, collapsed early Tuesday, killing seven and injuring six. The collapse followed heavy rain and occurred during the Akshaya Tritiya festival, with crowds gathering from 4 AM. Officials said the wall gave way when people leaned on it near a ticket counter. Home Minister V Anita noted the toll could have been higher if many hadn’t stepped back after noticing the wall weakening. The structure had been built recently near the temple’s special entrance staircase.
The Supreme Court, citing the right to digital access as part of life and liberty, ordered changes to digital KYC norms to aid people with vision impairment and acid attack survivors. The ruling came from Justices J B Pardiwala and R Mahadevan in response to two writ petitions. The court directed authorities to revise KYC procedures to ensure accessibility and inclusion for those with visual disabilities, emphasizing that digital rights must be inclusive. The decision marks a step toward equitable access to essential digital identification systems in India.
The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch filed an FIR against former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia and former PWD Minister Satyendar Jain over alleged corruption in constructing 12,748 classrooms during AAP’s rule. The scam is reportedly worth Rs 2,000 crore. ACB chief Madhur Verma confirmed the FIR, stating major cost escalations, delays, and deviations were observed. None of the works were completed on time. Officials alleged the contracts were awarded to parties close to the AAP. The investigation highlights serious irregularities in infrastructure development under the previous administration.
Former US President Donald Trump held a rally in Warren, Michigan, to mark 100 days since returning to office. Addressing a large crowd, he celebrated what he called major economic achievements and attacked Democrats, especially Joe Biden, over immigration. Trump said he missed the campaign trail and used the Michigan rally—his first major public event since January 20—to reignite his base. The location was symbolic, being a center of the auto industry, where Trump emphasized jobs, the economy, and America-first policies during his address.
That's all for today. This was the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express.
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