Highlights: Echoes of Operation Sindoor's success heard across the globe, says PM Modi

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9:28 PM

Harvard loses another USD 450 million in grants in escalating battle with Trump administration

President Donald Trump's administration is cutting another USD 450 million in grants to Harvard University a day after the Ivy League school pushed back against government allegations that it's a hotbed of liberalism and antisemitism.

In a letter to Harvard on Tuesday, a federal antisemitism task force said Harvard will lose grants from eight federal agencies in addition to USD 2.2 billion that was previously frozen by the Trump administration.
 

The letter said Harvard has become a “breeding ground for virtue signalling and discrimination” and faces a “steep, uphill battle” to reclaim its legacy as a place of academic excellence.

9:02 PM

Coromandel International's subsidiary forms joint venture with Sakarni Plaster

Coromandel Chemicals Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Coromandel International Ltd, formed a joint venture with Sakarni Plaster India Pvt Ltd for the manufacturing and sale of Phospho Gypsum-based green building materials, a top official said.
 

The joint venture will enable Coromandel International to diversify beyond its agri-inputs business, enhance integration synergies, and create long-term value. For Sakarni Plaster, the alliance facilitates the expansion of its product portfolio, market diversification, and reinforces its leadership in the gypsum plaster industry.

Delhi-headquartered Sakarni Plaster is a manufacturer, exporter, and supplier of Plaster of Paris, wall putty, and building exterior and interior renovation products.

7:42 PM

India-UK FTA augurs well for JLR, future cars expected to benefit: Tata Motors Group CFO

The India-UK free trade agreement augurs well to keep driving JLR's performance in India as it would benefit future cars and enable customers to access global cars and global prices much faster, Tata Motors Group CFO PB Balaji said on Tuesday.

On the other hand, further details and clarifications are needed to fully understand the impact on JLR after the US-UK trade deal that reduced US trade tariffs on auto exports from the UK to 10 per cent from 27.5 per cent within a quota of 1 lakh vehicles, Balaji said in an earnings call.

"As far as India-UK FTA is concerned, it is a great development and augurs well for JLR...At the same time, we also wait when the FTA actually comes into force, but we believe this is going to benefit the future cars that are going to come, which means customers will be able to access these global cars and global prices much faster because of this FTA," he said.

7:36 PM

Pakistan's Balochistan appoints first Hindu woman Assistant Commissioner

Kashish Chaudhary, a 25-year-old Pakistani Hindu woman, has made history by becoming the first female from the minority community in Balochistan to be appointed as Assistant Commissioner in the restive province.
 

Kashish, who hails from the remote town of Noshki in district Chagai in the province, qualified Balochistan Public Service Commission (BPSC) examination.

On Monday, Kashish, accompanied by her father Girdhari Lal, met Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti in Quetta and told him that she would work for the empowerment of women and minorities, and the overall development of the province.

“It is a matter of great pride for me that my daughter has become an assistant commissioner due to her hard work and commitment,” Lal told the media.

Lal, a mid-level trader, said his daughter had always dreamed of studying and doing something for her women.

Chief Minister Bugti said it was a matter of pride for the nation when members of the minority communities got to key positions due to their hard work and effort.

“Kashish is a symbol of pride for the nation and Balochistan,” he said.

In recent years, women from the Hindu community have achieved notable success in generally male-dominated fields in Pakistan, overcoming many cultural, religious and social hurdles to get to important positions.

7:04 PM

Tesla's refresh to best-selling Model Y SUV starts on rocky road

Tesla investors had pinned their hopes on a refresh of the company's flagship compact SUV to reinvigorate sales. But rock-bottom financing deals for the Model Y and its easy availability suggest that this expectation is unrealistic.

The electric vehicle maker is offering financing deals as low as 0% on the spanking new version of the Model Y. While other automakers including Kia and General Motors are offering similar deals on some EV models, such offers within weeks of a model rolling out are rare.

6:48 PM

Trump envoys Witkoff and Kellogg to go to Turkey for Russia-Ukraine talks

President Donald Trump's senior envoys Steve Witkoff and Keith Kellogg will travel to Istanbul for potential talks on Thursday on how to end Russia's war in Ukraine, three sources familiar with the plans said on Tuesday.

However, a senior U.S. official said it was unclear whether anyone from the Russian government would show up.

The White House, State Department, National Security Council and a spokesperson for Witkoff did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will only attend the talks this week if Russia's Vladimir Putin is also there, an aide to the Ukrainian leader said on Tuesday, challenging the Kremlin to show it is genuine about seeking peace.

6:37 PM

Russia launches smallest nighttime attack on Ukraine in months in run-up to possible peace talks

Russia launched 10 Shahed and decoy drones at Ukraine in nighttime attacks, the Ukrainian air force said Tuesday, in its smallest drone bombardment this year as the warring countries prepare for possible peace talks in Turkiye.
 

The Kremlin hasn't directly responded to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's challenge for Russian leader Vladimir Putin to meet him in person at the negotiating table in Istanbul on Thursday.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov refused for the second straight day Tuesday to tell reporters whether Putin will travel to Istanbul and who else will represent Russia at the potential talks. “As soon as the president considers it necessary, we will make an announcement,” Peskov said.

5:58 PM

Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers pays Rs 90.2 lakh to Sebi to settle regulatory violations

Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers Ltd on Tuesday settled with markets regulator Sebi a case pertaining to alleged violations of stock brokers' norms on payment of Rs 90.2 lakh.
 

The order came after the broking company filed an application with Sebi proposing to settle the violations "without admitting or denying the findings of facts and conclusions of law" through a settlement order.

Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers remitted the settlement amount of Rs 90.2 lakh.

5:52 PM

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin, AIADMK hail Pollachi case verdict

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin and main opposition AIADMK on Tuesday welcomed a local court sentencing nine men to life imprisonment till death in the sensational Pollachi sexual assault and extortion case.
 

The Coimbatore Mahila Court, which convicted and sentenced the nine, also ordered compensation of Rs 85 lakh to the women victims.
 

"Justice has been served for the atrocities committed by the wicked criminals including the AIADMK functionary," the Chief Minister said reacting to the verdict.

5:24 PM

GlaxoSmithKline Pharma reports profit rise on strong demand

India's GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals reported a higher fourth-quarter profit on Tuesday, led by steady demand for its generic drugs.
 

The Indian unit of British drugmaker GSK reported consolidated profit of 2.63 billion rupees ($30.86 million) in the quarter ended March 31, up 35% year-on-year.

Its revenue from operations climbed about 5% to 9.74 billion rupees.

GlaxoSmithKline Pharma has been benefitting from rising market share for its antibiotic Augmentin and respiratory drugs Nucala and Trelegy. Strong demand for its shingles vaccine, Shingrix, has also boosted earnings, the company said.

4:54 PM

Sonu Nigam moves Karnataka HC seeking quashing of criminal case over Kannada remark

Singer Sonu Nigam has approached the Karnataka High Court seeking to quash a criminal case registered against him over alleged offensive remarks made about the Kannadigas during a recent concert in Bengaluru. The petition was listed before the vacation bench of Justice Shivashankar Amarannavar, who deferred the matter for hearing on a later date.

 

4:39 PM

Turkey says it is closely monitoring PKK disbandment to secure peace

Turkey is closely monitoring any attempts to undermine its peace initiative with the PKK, a senior official said Tuesday, following the militant Kurdish group's announcement that it is dissolving and ending its decades-long armed conflict with the Turkish state. The PKK, designated as a terrorist organisation by several, announced the historic decision on Monday months after its imprisoned leader called for the group to formally disband and disarm 

4:34 PM

Goyal to lead team of officials to Washington for trade talks from May 16

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will lead a team of senior Indian officials to Washington starting May 16 for discussions with their US counterparts on the proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA), an official said on Tuesday. Goyal is expected to hold meetings with US Trade Representative (USTR) Jamieson Greer and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick during his visit.

 

4:31 PM

Retail inflation dips to 3.16% in April; lowest since July 2019

India's retail inflation fell to 3.16 per cent in April, down from 3.34 per cent in March. India’s wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation for April 2025 will be released on Wednesday.

4:03 PM

With Operation Sindoor, you have enhanced India's self-confidence, unity among people: PM Modi

IAF targeted terror bases deep inside Pakistan with speed and precision that left enemy stunned, says PM Modi at Adampur air base. 

3:58 PM

Pakistan will not get any sleep for a long time just thinking of our drones and missiles: PM Modi

Our Army, Air Force and Navy personnel made Pakistani army bite the dust and showed them their place, PM Modi stated today. 

3:51 PM

Sponsors of terrorism have realised that casting an evil eye on India will mean their destruction: PM Modi

India is the land of Gautam Buddha as well as Guru Gobind Singh; our enemies forgot they have challenged India's armed forces, PM Modi said at the Adampur air base.

3:46 PM

Enemy tried attacking us but failed each time: PM Modiat Adampur Air Base

Our armed forces destroyed the nefarious designs and audacity of terrorists, PM Modi said today.

 

3:39 PM

Have come at Adampur Air Base to pay homage to your bravery: PM Modi to IAF personnel

When our armed forces take wind out of nuclear blackmail, our enemies understand importance of 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai', PM Modi said today.

3:37 PM

When our drones, missiles hit our enemies, they hear 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai': PM Modi

'Bharat Mata ki Jai' is not just a slogan, but our soldiers' pledge to dedicate their lives for nation, PM Modi said at the Adampur Air Base. 

3:14 PM

News update: No merit lists, awarding of divisions in CBSE board exams, says Examination Controller

2:35 PM

News update: MEA to hold special media briefing at 5:00 pm

2:23 PM

One exam cannot define you: PM Modi to CBSE Class 10, 12 students

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated CBSE Class 10 and 12 students on the announcement of their board exam results and said one exam cannot define them and their strengths go far beyond the marksheet. "Wishing Exam Warriors great success in all the opportunities that lie ahead!To those who feel slightly dejected at their scores, I want to tell them: one exam can never define you. Your journey is much bigger and your strengths go far beyond the mark sheet. Stay confident, stay curious because great things await," PM Modi said in a post on X.

2:19 PM

Pakistan claims 11 military personnel killed, 78 others injured in Indian strikes

Pakistan on Tuesday claimed that 11 military personnel were killed and 78 others injured during the recent military confrontation with India, reported news agency PTI. In a statement, the Pakistani military also claimed that 40 civilians died and 121 others were injured on the night of May 6-7, when India launched 'Operation Sindoor'. India has maintained that the precision strikes under 'Operation Sindoor' were launched to destroy terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir.

1:26 PM

Pakistan claims 11 military personnel killed, 78 others injured in Indian strikes

Pakistan on Tuesday claimed that 11 military personnel were killed and 78 others injured during the recent military confrontation with India, reported news agency PTI. In a statement, the Pakistani military also claimed that 40 civilians died and 121 others were injured on the night of May 6-7, when India launched 'Operation Sindoor'. India has maintained that the precision strikes under 'Operation Sindoor' were launched to destroy terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir,

12:44 PM

Man arrested over fire at British Prime Minister Starmer's private house

British police say they have arrested a man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life over a fire at the London house where Prime Minister Keir Starmer lived before he was elected to lead the country. The 21-year-old was arrested early Tuesday. No one was injured in the blaze early Monday that damaged the door of the north London house.

12:32 PM

PM Modi travels to Adampur air base, interacts with soldiers

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit comes days after intense conflict between India and Pakistan following Indian strikes in terror sites in the neighbouring country on May 7 under Operation Sindoor.

12:06 PM

Maharashtra board declares Class 10 results; 94.1% students pass

The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education (MSBSHSE) on Tuesday declared the results for the Class 10 or SSC examination, recording a pass percentage of 94.10, officials said. 

12:02 PM

Delhi court grants bail to TMC leaders Derek O'Brien, Sagarika Ghose in 2024 case

A Delhi court on Tuesday granted bail to 10 TMC leaders, including Derek O'Brien, Sagarika Ghose and Saket Gokhale, in a case registered against them for their protest in April last year in front of the Election Commission of India despite a prohibitory order being in place.

11:56 AM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviews national security scenario with CDS Gen Chauhan

The meeting was attended by Chief of Defence Staff Gen Anil Chauhan, Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.