Prime Minister Narendra Modi contrasted India's focus on development and poverty elimination with Pakistan's alleged enmity. He highlighted the success of 'Operation Sindoor' following the Pahalgam attack, emphasizing India's strong stance against terrorism. Modi also inaugurated development projects worth Rs 24,000 crore in Dahod, including a locomotive plant and new train services, marking a decade since he assumed office.
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In Bengaluru's Bellandur, Pankhuri Mishra, a 28-year-old software engineer, was arrested for allegedly assaulting an autorickshaw driver, Lokesh, following a dispute. Mishra claimed the auto brushed their vehicle, leading to an argument. She allegedly hit Lokesh with her slippers when he started recording the incident.
PM Modi surprised bureaucrats twice in a month by highlighting public grievances directly received, focusing on issues hindering scheme implementation. He addressed shortcomings in the Jal Jeevan Mission and flagged corruption in RERA offices, emphasizing the government's commitment to improving last-mile delivery. This focus explains the subdued 11th-anniversary celebrations of the Modi government.
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams completed their Earth return and physical therapy after an extended stay on the ISS due to Starliner complications. They are now involved in Boeing and NASA initiatives, managing post-flight recovery while addressing pre-existing physical issues exacerbated by gravity's return. NASA considers another uncrewed Starliner flight before resuming human missions, pending summer testing results.
Mumbai experienced its earliest monsoon onset ever recorded, breaking a century-old rainfall record for May with 295mm. The city received very heavy rainfall, with Colaba recording 144.3 mm and Santacruz 74.3 mm. The intense showers exposed the city's unpreparedness, leading to waterlogging in new areas, disrupted train and flight services, and incidents of structural damage.
The sinking of the MSC ELSA 3 container ship off Kochi poses a significant ecological threat to marine and coastal ecosystems, particularly fisheries. Experts warn that leakage of hazardous cargo like calcium carbide and oil could smother sensitive marine species and disrupt fishing activities, especially during the crucial monsoon breeding season.
In Gujarat's Kutch district, the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) apprehended Sahdevsinh Gohil, a contractual health worker, for allegedly sharing sensitive information about Indian military establishments with a Pakistani spy. Gohil, lured by an agent posing as Aditi Bharadwaj, reportedly sent photos and videos of BSF and Indian Navy facilities via WhatsApp in exchange for money.
Gujarat Titans faced a heartbreaking exit from IPL 2025 after a 20-run defeat to Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator. Despite leading the league stage, late-season losses led to their downfall, triggering emotional reactions from players' families in the stands. Mumbai Indians' victory propelled them to Qualifier 2, while Gujarat Titans' promising season ended in disappointment.
Gold rate today: Gold futures at MCX saw a slight increase, trading at Rs 96,050/10 g, while silver futures remained nearly unchanged at Rs 98,045/kg. Despite mixed international results, domestic precious metals concluded positively on Monday.
The Indian government is considering raising the safeguard duty on steel to 24% from the existing 12% due to concerns about potential circumvention by Chinese companies and the impact on domestic steelmakers. This move comes amid fears of trade diversion as Chinese goods face increased levies in other markets, potentially leading to dumping in India.