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Owner of the Lucknow Super Giants franchise, Sanjeev Goenka, donated gold ornaments worth ₹5 crore to Lord Venkateswara. He presented 5 kilograms of gold to TTD Additional EO Venkaiah Chowdary. In recognition of his generous contribution, the TTD arranged for a special darshan and laddu prasad for Goenka during the occasion.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, speaking at Bhuj airbase, said Pakistan plans to give ₹14 crore to terrorist Masood Azhar and is trying to rebuild terror networks dismantled in Operation Sindoor. He urged the IMF to reconsider its bailout package, warning that the funds would likely be used to support terror infrastructure rather than development.
Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was in the ‘poor’ category at 297 at 9 am. The minimum temperature recorded was 26.2°C, slightly below average. The IMD forecasts thunderstorms with rain today and Saturday, with a maximum temperature of 41°C. Relative humidity was 44% at 8:30 am. AQI ratings range from ‘good’ to ‘severe.’
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Friday, May 16, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 82306.64, down at 224.10 points or 0.27%, and the Nifty was down at 25000.05, up at 62.05 points or 0.25%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 85.39 against the dollar.
At a Doha event, Donald Trump told Apple CEO Tim Cook he opposes Apple’s India expansion, citing high tariffs. Trump claimed India offered a no-tariff deal but insisted Apple focus on U.S. manufacturing. This comes as Apple shifts production from China to India, where it already assembled $22 billion worth of iPhones last fiscal year.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, visiting Kashmir, questioned the safety of Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal, calling it a rogue state and urging IAEA supervision. He praised troops for Operation Sindoor, declared terror attacks as acts of war, and ruled out talks with Pakistan unless focused on terrorism and PoK.
Madhuri Dixit, born on 15 May 1967, one of Indian cinema’s most beloved actresses. Known for her stellar performances in films like Dil To Pagal Hai and Hum Aapke Hain Koun, Madhuri captured hearts with her charm, grace, and unmatched dancing skills. Over the years, she has remained a symbol of versatility and excellence.
It is now confirmed that Icon Star Allu Arjun is teaming up with director Atlee for an upcoming film. The project is currently in the pre-production stage, with work progressing steadily. The makers are planning to release the film during Sankranthi 2027. The shoot is expected to begin around November or December this year.
The Board of School Education, Haryana (BSEH), will release the Class 10 results today, May 15, 2025. Students can check their results on the official website, bseh.org.in. The exams took place from February 28 to March 19, 2025. In 2024, the overall pass percentage was 95.22%, with girls outperforming boys at 96.32% versus 94.22%.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is sat to visit Jammu and Kashmir this afternoon, marking his first visit to the region following the successful completion of ‘Operation Sindoor’. During the visit, Singh is expected to meet with senior Army officials and assess the current border security situation.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Thursday, May 15, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 81354.43, up at 23.87 points or 0.03%, and the Nifty was at 24694.45, up at 27.55 points or 0.11%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 85.54 against the dollar.
Paraguay Independence Day is celebrated on May 14th, marking the country’s freedom from Spanish rule in 1811. The movement was led by national heroes like José Gaspar Rodríguez de Francia, who played a key role in declaring sovereignty. Paraguay was one of the first South American nations to gain independence.
AP CM Chandrababu has directed govt officials to begin work on implementing ‘Godhar’, a digital identification system for cattle, similar to Aadhaar for humans. At the Animal Husbandry Dept Conclave, startup representatives presented the concept, highlighting how technology can be used to monitor livestock more efficiently.
President Droupadi Murmu held a key meeting with the Chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force, along with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. They briefed the President on ‘Operation Sindoor’, ans she praised bravery of the armed forces, acknowledging their role in safeguarding the nation.
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) is currently meeting at PM Modi’s residence. This marks the first CCS meeting since the recent ceasefire. Key issues on the agenda include ‘Operation Sindoor’ and the border situation. A Union Cabinet meeting is also scheduled to take place following the conclusion of the CCS discussions.