Delhi experienced a powerful thunderstorm with wind speeds reaching 60–70 km/h, causing traffic disruptions and flight delays. The storm, triggered by a cyclonic circulation over Haryana and nearby areas, followed a day of extreme heat where the heat index soared to 50.2°C.
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Following Operation Sindoor, the Indian government is dispatching all-party parliamentary delegations to 25 key nations, including UNSC members and future members, starting May 23. This 10-day outreach aims to counter Pakistan's narrative on terrorism and present a united Indian front. Senior MPs will lead the delegations, emphasizing India's zero tolerance for terrorism and commitment to national security on global platforms.
Rajnath Singh has asked IMF to rethink its $1 billion aid to Pakistan. He believes Pakistan will use the funds for terror activities. Singh highlighted India's strikes on terror hubs and warned Pakistan. He mentioned the rebuilding of LeT and JeM headquarters. Singh stated India is closely monitoring Pakistan's actions regarding cross-border terrorism.
Tom Cruise's Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning had a great start in India. The film earned Rs 33 crore in two days. It became the highest-grossing Hollywood film opening of 2025. The movie surpassed Final Destination Bloodlines and Thunderbolts. Strong bookings and Cruise's popularity helped. The film's success gave a boost to the Indian box office.
Gold price prediction today: Gold prices experienced volatility due to US-China trade deal developments, a stronger dollar, and fluctuating investor sentiment. Moody's downgraded the U.S. credit rating, adding to market uncertainty.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar condemned the killing of Israeli diplomats in Washington, demanding justice for the perpetrators. The suspect, Elias Rodriguez, allegedly shot two embassy staff members near the Capital Jewish Museum, chanting "Free Palestine" during his arrest. President Trump denounced the killings as antisemitic, emphasizing that hatred and radicalism have no place in the USA.
Sunrisers Hyderabad's score of 231 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru marked the 42nd instance of a 200-plus total in the current IPL season, surpassing the previous record of 41 set last year. Gujarat Titans currently leads with seven such scores, followed by Punjab Kings with six.
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