White House border czar Tom Homan says immigration enforcement in Minnesota will shift to more targeted operations focusing on those with criminal records as federal agents remain in place amid intense backlash following fatal shootings during previous sweeps. Homan said a drawdown of federal agents could happen if state and local officials cooperate with ICE and allow access to jails for safer custody transfers and pick-ups.
30 January,2026 12:59 AM IST
In a powerful retaliatory strike, the Indian Armed Forces launched ‘Operation Sindoor’ on May 7, targeting terrorist infrastructure across the border. Following the heightened tensions, Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, sources confirmed. Shah remains in close coordination with the J&K Lieutenant Governor and the Director General of the BSF, directing forces to prioritise civilian safety in border areas. Meanwhile, CM Omar Abdullah reached the state secretariat on the morning of May 7 to monitor developments closely.
07 May,2025 01:34 PM IST
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah stated that India’s response was triggered by the Pahalgam attack, where 26 civilians were killed. Emphasising that India does not want war, he said the aim was to reply without targeting civilians or military areas. He blamed Pakistan for initiating the aggression and stressed the desire for peace, urging Pakistan to de-escalate. He also reassured citizens that there’s no need to panic, as schools remain open and the situation is under control despite the Srinagar airport closure.
07 May,2025 01:21 PM IST
Maharashtra's former CM Eknath Shinde praised PM Narendra Modi and the armed forces for Operation Sindoor, calling it a strong response to terrorism. He said the strike avenged the pain of affected families, warned that this is just the beginning, and declared that Pakistan is no match for India.
07 May,2025 01:16 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
