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TODAYS TOP NEWS
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1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights India’s approach of replicable, scalable and
sustainable health models; Addresses 78th session of World Health Assembly.
2. Mizoram has been declared a fully literate state. Chief Minister Lalduhoma made the
announcement in the presence of Union Minister of State for Education Jayant Chaudhary at
Mizoram University in Aizawl.
3. India’s diplomatic outreach on Operation Sindoor will begin from today, with the first all-party
delegation out of seven set to depart for four countries. The first delegation led by Shiv Sena MP
Shrikant Shinde will embark for UAE, Liberia, Democratic Republic of Congo and Sierra Leone.
4. Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju who visited Leh has said
Multi -Party Parliamentary Committee set up by the Centre will visit foreign countries and will brief
the world leaders about the Operation Sindoor and India’s resolve to deal with terrorism.
5. Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan today urged Vice
Chancellors, professors, and students to join the nationwide campaign, Viksit Krishi Sankalp
Abhiyan, which is scheduled to commence on the 29th of this month.
6. PM Modi will dedicate to the nation multiple development projects worth over 26 thousand
crore rupees in Bikaner, Rajasthan on the 22nd of May.These projects will play a vital role in
enhancing railways, roadways, power, water, new and renewable energy sectors.
7. PM Modi will inaugurate 103 Amrit Bharat Stations on Thursday from Deshnoke in Bikaner,
Rajasthan.
8. Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi launched the
Depot Darpan, Anna Mitra, and Anna Sahayata apps in New Delhi.
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9. PM Modi will virtually inaugurate the redeveloped Begumpet railway station in Hyderabad on
Thursday, as part of the inauguration of 103 Amrit Bharat stations nationwide. The Karimnagar and
Warangal railway stations in Telangana will also be opened to the public.
10. The Tripura government has declared the launch of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan, a central
government initiative designed to improve agricultural outcomes. Beginning on May 29, the
campaign will focus on educating farmers in rural areas about various state and national schemes.
11. The Indian Coast Guard has achieved a milestone in marine conservation with its annual
Operation Olivia, which safeguarded nearly 6.98 lakh Olive Ridley turtles during the 2025 nesting
season at Odisha’s Rushikulya river mouth.
12. Kerala is set to launch a pioneering disaster management initiative aimed at protecting its
tribal communities. This plan, the Tribal Hamlet Disaster Management Plan (THDMP), is
particularly focused on those living in precarious hilly areas vulnerable to extreme weather events.
13. The water flow in the Cauvery River at Hogenakkal in Tamil Nadu witnessed a sudden and
sharp rise following heavy rainfall in the river’s catchment areas.
14. Tapan Kumar Deka, a veteran Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, has been granted a one-year
extension as Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), India’s premier domestic intelligence agency.
The extension, effective until June 2026.
15. PM Modi condoled the demise of veteran astrophysicist Jayant Narlikar. Jayant Vishnu
Narlikar FNA, FASc, FTWAS (19 July 1938 – 20 May 2025) was an Indian astrophysicist and emeritus
professor at the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA). His research was
on alternative cosmology.
16. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted the formation of two low-pressure
systems in the coming days, one over the Arabian Sea and the other over the Bay of Bengal.
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LEGAL REPORT
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1. The Apex Court today restored the condition that a minimum practice of three years as an
advocate is necessary for a candidate to apply for entry-level posts in judicial service. The period of
practice could be reckoned from the date of provisional enrollment.
2. The Supreme Court yesterday heard the petitions challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025
on the question of passing interim orders. During the hearing, the bench comprising Chief Justice
BR Gavai and Justice AG Masih observed that for a stay of the statute, a strong case has to be
shown. The Chief Justice emphasized that courts cannot interfere with laws passed by Parliament
unless a glaring unconstitutionality is demonstrated.
3. A major counter-terrorism operation, Punjab Police dismantled a Babbar Khalsa International
(BKI) terror module in Batala, Punjab, which was allegedly backed by Pakistan’s Inter-Services
Intelligence (ISI).
4. In the academic year 2024–25, a noticeable fall in enrolments in government schools across 23
Indian states and Union Territories has prompted the Ministry of Education to demand urgent
explanations. It Seeks Urgent Probe.
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In Maharashtra, at least six people were killed and four others injured when a slab from one of the
upper floors of a residential building collapsed in Kalyan city, near Thane.
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FINANCE
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Maldives : ₹ 5.52
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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
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1. The production of 'Hridayapoorvam', the much-anticipated Malayalam family drama starring
Mohanlal, has officially concluded. The film marks a notable reunion between Mohanlal and
veteran director Sathyan Anthikad. Movie is set for August release.
2. Hanu-Man hero Teja Sajja’s upcoming action adventure thriller, Mirai, will feature him in the
role of a fearless warrior named Super Yodha, who is entrusted with protecting nine sacred
scriptures. Young actress Ritika Nayak plays the leading lady in Mirai. The film is being directed by
Karthik Ghattamaneni and produced by TG Vishwa Prasad.
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DEFENCE News
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1. The Indian Air Force (IAF) released a powerful video titled “Indian Air Force – Responds with
resolve always…” on its official social media handles, highlighting the force’s combat prowess and
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operational readiness in the aftermath of Operation Sindoor.The video, set to Piyush Mishra’s
stirring “Aarambh Hai Prachand” from the film Gulaal
2. Adani Defence and Aerospace has unveiled the ground breaking Agnikaa jet series, marking a
significant milestone as India's first indigenous jet-powered loitering munition line. This advanced
weapons system, with variants including the Agnikaa (J1), H1, H2, and H3, represents a major leap
in India's defence manufacturing capabilities.
3. The Indian Army has categorically denied media reports and statements suggesting that air
defence (AD) guns or related military resources were deployed within the premises of the Golden
Temple (Sri Darbar Sahib) in Amritsar during Operation Sindoor.
4. Sub-Inspector Geeta Samota has become the first Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) officer
to climb the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest at 8 thousand 849 meters. The CISF said the
historic achievement is a triumphant moment symbolizing not just a personal victory, but the
incredible resilience and strength fostered within the CISF and the nation.
5. Border Security Force announces resumption of retreat ceremony at all three joint check posts
along Punjab frontier.
6. The Indian Navy will induct a traditionally built ancient stitched ship at the Naval Base in
Karnataka.
7. Russia has made a significant leap in military aviation by unveiling and successfully testing the
Su-57M, an advanced variant of its fifth-generation stealth fighter, now equipped with artificial
intelligence (AI)-assisted systems.
8. China and Cambodia have begun their joint military exercise "Golden Dragon-2025" in
Cambodia, featuring sophisticated combat systems and expanded operational domains.
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✈ INTERNATIONAL NEWS
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1. Netherlands Foreign Minister Caspar Veldkamp, during his meeting with Indian External Affairs
Minister S Jaishankar in The Hague, emphasized the significant potential to elevate bilateral
cooperation between the Netherlands and India.
2. Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, has expressed its
willingness to engage in dialogue with India to resolve the recent surge in bilateral trade tensions
following India’s imposition of new restrictions on Bangladeshi exports via land ports.
3. A joint team comprising members of the Indian and Nepali Armies achieved a remarkable feat
by successfully summiting Mt Kanchenjunga, the world’s third-highest peak, on Monday. This
ascent, part of the Joint Indo-Nepal Army Mountaineering Expedition.
4. India awarded Certificate of Elimination of Trachoma as a Public Health Problem by the World
Health Organisation in Geneva.
5. India has stepped in with humanitarian aid for thousands of Afghan refugee families, as
Pakistan intensifies its mass deportations. According to the Afghan Ministry of Refugees and
Repatriation, India sent essential food supplies to about 5,000 Afghan families recently forced out
of Pakistan.
6. India is set to redefine connectivity to its North-Eastern states with the development of a high-
speed four-lane highway from Shillong to Silchar, bypassing Bangladesh and integrating with the
Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project in Myanmar.
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💷WORLD NEWS 💷
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1. Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk’s SpaceX, has officially launched
commercial operations in Bangladesh.
2. A series of deadly ambushes targeted Pakistani military convoys in North Waziristan, resulting
in significant casualties among security forces and highlighting the escalating militant threat in the
region. The first attack occurred in Dossali, where a convoy of ten vehicles was ambushed by
armed militants.
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3. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reaffirmed Ukraine’s readiness for a “full and
unconditional ceasefire” with Russia, emphasizing the urgent need for direct negotiations to bring
an end to the ongoing conflict. This call for peace was made following a series of high-level
discussions on Monday, including calls with US President Donald Trump.
4. The Baloch Yakjehti Committee (BYC), a human rights body of Balochistan, has strongly
condemned Pashtun genocide by the Pakistan government in Waziristan.
5. Britain and the European Union (EU) reached a wide-ranging agreement, which is expected to
generate nearly 12.02 billion dollars for the British economy by 2040. The deal was unveiled ahead
of the first-ever UK-EU summit held in London.
6. Sudan's military chief, Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, on May 19, 2025, appointed Kamil Idris as the
first prime minister since civil war erupted in 2023.
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SPORTS
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INDIAN PREMIER LEAGUE 2025
74 T20s
Mar 22 - May 25
62nd Match
Tuesday, 20 May 2025
Delhi, Arun Jaitley Stadium
Chennai-super-kings
CSK: 187-8 (20)
Vs
Rajasthan-royals
RR: 188-4 (17.1)
Rajasthan Royals won by 6 wkts
(b) Wednesday, 21 May 2025
63rd Match • Mumbai, Wankhede Stadium
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Mumbai Indians
Vs
Delhi Capitals
Today @ 7:30 PM
2. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta officially inaugurated the Delhi Games 2025 at Talkatora
Stadium in New Delhi. Delhi’s Sports Minister Ashish Sood also addressed the gathering.
The mega sporting event will witness participation from over 12,000 athletes competing across
more than 40 disciplines at over 25 venues across the city.
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💷💷 FACTS ABOUT BHARAT 💷💷
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On this day (21 May) in the year 1991, former Prime Minister of India, Rajiv Gandhi, was
assassinated by Thenmozhi Rajaratnam aka Dhanu, a suicide bomber, in Sriperumbudur near
Chennai.
In the year 1994, Sushmita Sen became the first Indian to be crowned as Miss Universe.
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💷Thought of the day
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Have faith in yourself – all power is in you. Even the poison of a snake is powerless, if you can
firmly deny it
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JOKE OF THE DAY
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In a classroom Teacher asks a student to count from 0 to 10.💷
Student : 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Teacher : Where is 5?⁉️💷
Student : Yesterday I heard in the news💷💷
that 5 died in a car accident…..💷💷💷💷
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💷WHY💷💷💷
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What is the reason for The Ancient Practice Of Sprinkling Water Around Food Meant!
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This ancient practise is believed to have started by sages in olden times, who spent most of their
lives living in forest areas or in raw houses, where the floors weren't concrete on which they sat
and ate food. Moreover, the food was mostly served on banana plantains. The food was prone to
be exposed to the muddy floor making it unhealthy; which is why water was sprinkled around the
plates to settle the mud or dust particles down. Dirt contains bacteria that may contribute to
allergic reactions and other health problems.
Another reason may be that sprinkling water was also a great way to keep insects and pests at bay,
especially at night when there is barely any light. It is said that ants or any insect cannot cross or
tread upon water.
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LEARN Sanskrit💷💷
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यत ् भावो – तत ् भवतत –
You become what you believe
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💷HOW IT WORKS ⁉
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What happens when you inhale carbon dioxide?
When CO2 is breathed into the lungs, it dissolves in the water there, diffuses across the alveolar-
capillary membrane, and enters the bloodstream. As it combines with water, it forms carbonic
acid, making the blood acidic. So CO2 in the bloodstream lowers the blood pH.
Normally, humans breathe in air that is approximately 20.95% oxygen, 78.09% nitrogen, 0.93%
argon, and 0.04% (400 ppm) of carbon dioxide. Like CO2, oxygen also dissolves in the lungs and is
transported to the blood via diffusion across the lung tissue (alveoli). Once in the blood, oxygen is
carried throughout the body by the arteries, and is used in cell metabolism throughout the body.
Carbon dioxide is given off as a by-product of cell metabolism and is carried by the blood through
the venous system (veins) to the lungs. Here it is exhaled. The concentration of CO2 in each breath
is ~3.8%,and the “average” person produces approximately two pounds of carbon dioxide each
day. More CO2 is given off by strenuous activity. When CO2 levels become excessive, a condition
known as acidosis occurs. This is defined as the pH of the blood becoming less than 7.35. The body
maintains the balance mainly by using bicarbonate ions in the blood. As the body responds to
neutralize this condition, an electrolyte imbalance – an increase of plasma
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chloride, potassium, calcium and sodium, can occur. In the blood stream, CO2 concentration is also
controlled by reversible reactions with two major blood components, plasma proteins and
hemoglobin.
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💷💷♂ GK TODAY
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21 May – National Anti-Terrorism Day
National Anti-Terrorism Day is observed every year on 21 May to spread awareness about the
violence caused by the terrorists and also in the memory of former Indian PM Rajiv Gandhi who
passed on this day.
Armed Forces Day (Third Saturday of the May)
Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday of every May. This day is celebrated to pay
tribute to the men and women who served the United States Armed Forces.
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BORN TODAY 💷💷
Ashi Kesang Choden (born 21 May 1930) is the Queen Grandmother of Bhutan.
She participates in royal duties of her own accord.
She is the only queen grandmother in the world. In Bhutan she is called The Royal Grandmother.
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IDIOMS & PHRASES
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Spill the beans
Give away a secret
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ANTONYMS
Ally x Enemy
SYNONYMS
Appreciate - cherish, treasure
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💷VEDIK GYAN
(kindly inform, if given info is differ from actual facts💷💷
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VISHWAMITRA : Sage or rishi, who used Rama to kill troubling demons. Initially he was a Lodh king
in ancient India. he is also credited as the author of most of Mandala 3 of the Rigveda, including
Gayatri Mantra. His daughter was Shakuntala (from Menaka) from where Mahabharat story begins
and also father of Sushruta (father of plastic surgery)
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💷*HEALTH CARE: HOME REMEDIES*💷
( Note : These home tips followed in villages/ancient traditions, it is up to you to use it or not💷💷
)
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Vitamin C found in lemons may help reduce skin wrinkling, dry skin from aging, and damage from
the sun.
Drinking warm or hot lemon water when you wake up may help get your digestive system moving.
It supports weight loss.
The citric acid in lemons may help prevent kidney stones.
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