“SPORTS”

Kanak Budhwar Shines: Gold in 10m Air Pistol at ISSF Junior World Cup

Seventeen-year-old Indian shooter Kanak Budhwar clinched the gold medal in the women’s 10-metre air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 held in Suhl, Germany. Outperforming Moldova’s Anna Dulce, the reigning European champion and two-time Olympian, Kanak secured the title with a final score of 239.0, demonstrating exceptional composure and skill on the international stage.

“FESTIVAL”

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla inaugurated the Shirui Lily Festival

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla inaugurated the Shirui Lily Festival, held in the Naga-dominated Ukhrul district after a two-year gap due to the ethnic clashes between the Kuki-Zo and Meitei people.State Flower of Manipur Shirui Lily, scientifically known as Lilium Mackliniae, is a rare and enchanting pinkish-white flower endemic to the Shirui Hill range in Ukhrul district, approximately 83 kilometers from Imphal.

“APPOINTMENTS”

Tamannaah Bhatia Named Brand Ambassador of Karnataka Soaps & Detergents Limited (KSDL)

Karnataka Soaps & Detergents Limited (KSDL), a century-old state-owned enterprise, has appointed acclaimed actress Tamannaah Bhatia as its brand ambassador for a period of two years. This strategic move aims to enhance KSDL’s visibility and appeal among younger consumers and expand its footprint both nationally and globally. The announcement was made by Karnataka’s Large and Medium Industries Minister M.B. Patil on May 22, 2025, highlighting Tamannaah’s pan-India appeal and strong digital presence.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

India Surpasses Japan to Become the World’s 4th Largest Economy

India has marked a historic economic milestone by surpassing Japan to become the fourth-largest economy in the world. With a nominal Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of USD 4 trillion, India now stands just behind the United States, China, and Germany. This achievement reflects the country’s sustained economic momentum and resilience amid global uncertainties, and its ambition to become a developed nation by 2047 under the “Viksit Bharat” vision.

Harvard’s SEVP Ban Triggers Panic Among Indian Students Planning US Education in Fall 2025

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has revoked Harvard University’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), effectively banning it from enrolling international students for the academic year 2025–26. This decision, framed as a warning to other institutions, has sparked fear and uncertainty among thousands of international students, especially from India, who are waiting to obtain F-1 visas for higher education in the US.

India Launches World’s Highest Resolution Weather Forecast System — BFS

In a significant stride toward self-reliance in meteorological science, the Government of India unveiled the Bharat Forecasting System (BFS) on May 26, 2025. Developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM), Pune, and powered by the high-speed supercomputer Arka, BFS aims to deliver the most accurate and localised weather forecasts in the world with an unprecedented 6 km x 6 km grid resolution. This launch marks a transformative upgrade from the previous 12-km models and brings India to the forefront of high-resolution weather prediction capabilities.

UK signs deal to hand over Chagos Islands to Mauritius, India welcomes thetreaty

The United Kingdom signed an agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, while securing a lease agreement to maintain a crucial US-UK military base on Diego Garcia for at least 99 years, paying Mauritius $136 million annually for the lease.The Chagos Islands, officially known as the British Indian Ocean Territory, are located in the Indian Ocean about 9,332 km south-east of the UK.