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.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed India joined the QUAD for trade, but other members push for military exercises. He warned of a militarization agenda, urging India to see the "provocation." Lavrov also advocated reviving the Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral mechanism, citing improved India-China border relations, and criticized Western attempts to divide India and China.
Pakistan's GDP growth for FY 2024-25 reached 2.68%, falling short of the government's 3.6% target. The agricultural sector grew modestly, while the industrial sector declined. To address financial needs, Pakistan plans to secure $4.9 billion in external commercial financing.
Chennai Super Kings faced another setback in IPL 2025, suffering their 10th defeat, matching their worst record. Inconsistency and injuries plagued their campaign, dashing playoff hopes early. With one game left against Gujarat Titans, CSK risks setting a new record for most losses and potentially finishing last, needing a significant win to avoid the bottom spot.
Citing an unnamed source familiar with the talks, the Washington Post said that US officials have told Israel it could lose American backing if the conflict does not stop. "Trump's people are letting Israel know, 'We will abandon you if you do not end this war,'" the source was quoted as saying by the Washington Post.
Tej Pratap Yadav congratulated his brother Tejashwi on the birth of his second child, a son, after being expelled from the RJD by his father, Lalu Prasad Yadav, for revealing a long-term relationship and citing moral values. Tejashwi supported his father's decision, emphasizing personal freedom while upholding the party's dedication to the people of Bihar.
India firmly refuted claims by former Trump administration officials that trade negotiations influenced the ceasefire between India and Pakistan. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized that discussions with US leaders during the conflict focused solely on the military situation, with no mention of trade or tariffs.
The operation was launched based on intelligence inputs about the presence of wanted criminals in the region. When intercepted, the suspects opened fire at the police team, triggering a fierce gun battle, said ADG, law and order, Amitabh Yash. Yash said Naveen Kumar was critically injured in the exchange of fire. He was rushed to a hospital where doctors declared him dead.
A US court has instructed the Trump administration to maintain Harvard's student visa program indefinitely. Judge Allison Burroughs directed the Department of Homeland Security and State Department to uphold the current status, allowing Harvard to continue hosting international students. Concerns were raised about potential students abroad facing visa acquisition difficulties.
Maharashtra Police seized 1.3 kg of cocaine, valued at over Rs 6 crore, from a chemical factory in Satara district's Tasawade on May 21. Authorities raided Suryaprabha Pharmachem at the Tasawade MIDC, arresting three employees: Sameer Padwal, Ramesh Patil, and Jeevan Chavan. The company's proprietor and the cocaine supplier were also booked.