US President Donald Trump’s early moves in his second term disrupted global diplomacy, alienated allies, and uplifted rivals. Key changes included abandoning Ukraine, floating territorial expansions, pressuring Nato, and reducing foreign aid under Elon Musk’s guidance. This shift has heightened European defense discussions and empowered China and Russia on the global stage.
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India and Russia reaffirmed their strategic partnership, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizing their strong bond during a meeting with President Putin. Discussions focused on expediting S-400 deliveries, enhancing Sukhoi-30MKI maintenance, and expanding joint production of AK-203 rifles. While Russia remains India's primary arms supplier, India is diversifying its procurement.
The Tamil Nadu Assembly's resolution urging the central government to revisit the Indo-Lankan agreement and reclaim Katchatheevu was unanimously passed. The resolution highlighted the ongoing hardships faced by fishermen and demanded negotiations for their release during PM Modi's visit to Sri Lanka.
Pakistani Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem has declined Neeraj Chopra's invitation to compete in the NC Classic javelin event in Bengaluru on May 24, citing a conflict with his training schedule for the Asian Athletics Championships. While expressing gratitude to Chopra, Nadeem confirmed his commitment to the Asian Championship in Gumi, Korea, from May 27 to 31.
Health officials in Congo suspect a mysterious disease that killed 52 people and sickened 943 in Equateur province to be either malaria or food poisoning. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, vomiting, and weight loss. The World Health Organization is enhancing surveillance and working with local authorities to conduct further investigations. Initial tests ruled out Ebola and Marburg viruses.
In Budaun's Bilsi town, a wedding was cancelled after the groom arrived drunk and acted inappropriately during the garland exchange ceremony, touching the bride inappropriately. The bride called him a "goonda" and refused to continue with the marriage. Despite the groom's family's attempts to proceed, the police were involved, and the wedding was formally cancelled with gifts returned.
Union Minister Amit Shah addressed the Rajya Sabha on the 75th anniversary of India's Constitution. He highlighted that both the BJP and Congress amended the Constitution during their respective reigns, with BJP making 22 amendments in 16 years and Congress making 77 in 55 years.
An inebriated man in M Singapuram village of Andhra Pradesh climbed an electric pole and lay on the wires after his mother refused to give him her pension money. Villagers averted a disaster by switching off the transformer, and the police registered a case against the man.
Two brothers in Gandhinagar brutally murdered a man involved in a long-standing affair with their mother. They attacked him on a construction site, savagely stabbing him and throwing his intestines into the air. The brothers were later arrested using their mobile phone locations.
Thirteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Bihar created history by becoming the youngest player signed by an IPL franchise. Rajasthan Royals secured him for Rs 1.10 crore. Captain Sanju Samson expressed excitement, highlighting Suryavanshi's impressive century against Australia U-19. The Royals, known for nurturing young talent like Yashasvi Jaiswal, aim to develop Suryavanshi under Rahul Dravid's mentorship.
Sridhar Vembu, Chief Scientist of Zoho Corporation, emphasizes the importance of leveraging India's unique strengths and opportunities rather than replicating China's approach. He highlights the necessity for grassroots innovation and the establishment of a national fund to foster Indian tech talent and foundation models.