Top Stories at 5 PM: Security Operations in J&K, PM Congratulates Mithun, BJP-Congress Clashes

This content covers the significant events of the day, including extended search operations in Jammu and Kashmir by security forces, Prime Minister Modi's congratulations to Mithun Chakraborty for his Dadasaheb Phalke Award, and political clashes between BJP and Congress on various issues. In other headlines, a 4.2 magnitude earthquake hits Maharashtra, and President Murmu emphasizes the importance of the rule of law for economic and social growth.

Security forces extended their search operations to new areas in Kathua and Rajouri districts in Jammu and Kashmir following recent terrorist encounters.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty for receiving the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award, hailing him as a cultural icon.

The BJP slammed Mallikarjun Kharge's remarks about PM Modi as 'absolutely distasteful and disgraceful,' while Rahul Gandhi criticized the government's 'pro-industrialist' policies at a Haryana rally. Additionally, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra urged Haryana voters to reject those advocating constitutional changes.