Operation Sindoor 

• India launched 'Operation Sindoor' targeting nine terrorist sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir in response to the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people.  
• The strikes focused on dismantling terrorist infrastructure without escalating the situation, ensuring no Pakistani military targets were affected. 

 Baglihar Dams  

• India has blocked water flow to Pakistan through the Baglihar Dam on the Chenab River and plans to take similar action at the Kishanganga Dam on the Jhelum River. 
• Baglihar Dam: Located on the Chenab River in Jammu and Kashmir, this 900 MW hydroelectric project was completed in two phases, with approval starting in 1996 and the second phase in 2008. 
• Kishanganga Dam: Located in Jammu and Kashmir, this 330 MW hydroelectric project diverts water from the Kishanganga River, with Pakistan raising objections. The Hague Court of Arbitration in 2013 allowed the diversion under certain conditions. 
• Water Dispute: India’s actions aim to regulate water flow, leading to tensions with Pakistan regarding shared river resources. 

 Operation Shiva 

• In response to the Pahalgam terror attack and rising tensions with Pakistan, India’s Security Forces have launched Operation Shiva to secure the Amarnath Yatra. 
• The Amarnath Cave, located at 13,000 feet in Anantnag district, houses the ice lingam, symbolizing Lord Shiva, along with smaller ice stalagmites representing Parvati and Ganesha. 
• The pilgrimage takes place during the Shravan month, when the ice lingam reaches full size, and its origin is described in the Sanskrit book Bringesha Samhita. 

World Asthma Day 2025

• World Asthma Day is held on the first Tuesday in May.  
• World Asthma Day 2025 is observed on 6^th May. 
• Theme 2025: “Make inhaled treatments accessible for all” 

 Thrissur Pooram 

• Thrissur Pooram is a grand, seven-day temple festival in Kerala, celebrated with great enthusiasm, uniting people across religions.  
• Initiated in 1796 by Shakthan Thampuran, it features a majestic procession of 50 decorated elephants and a spectacular fireworks display.  
• The festival, deeply rooted in Hindu traditions, celebrates Kerala’s cultural diversity, fostering unity and pride among its people.