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#Gravitas The rupee’s record low could soon show up in the monthly budgets of ordinary Indians through costlier fuel, more expensive gadgets, higher foreign travel bills and rising prices of daily essentials. While the impact may not be immediate, a prolonged weakness in the rupee could make life more expensive for households across the country.

President Donald Trump has repeatedly insisted that Iran must agree to strict terms limiting its military and nuclear capabilities, while Iran demands guarantees against future US strikes and removal of sanctions.

After rape allegations were made by former contestants of Married at First Sight UK, Channel 4 has addressed the matter, and issued a public apology. Read on to know more.

For the first time, researchers have successfully hatched live chicks from fully artificial eggs. This monumental milestone has effectively opened the door to bringing long-lost extinct species back from the dead. It may mark the beginning of an entirely new chapter in biological engineering.

#Gravitas During a heated U.S. House Armed Services Committee hearing, Democratic Congressman Seth Moulton clashed with Central Command Commander Admiral Brad Cooper over the human cost of the Iran war.

#Gravitas India has taken another major step towards strengthening its Indigenous defence capabilities. India's defence research and development organisation has completed development trials of the unmanned aerial vehicle-launched precision-guided missile, known as the ULPGM-V3.

Governments across the world are stepping up efforts to regulate social media platforms amid rising concerns over child safety, online addiction, misinformation and data privacy. New laws and tougher digital rules are putting pressure on major tech companies to change how their platforms operate.

China is supporting its domestic chipmakers such as Huawei and Cambricon as they catch up with their US rivals. The Nvidia chip, known as the RTX 5090D V2, was introduced last August to comply with US export controls. It was added to a list of banned goods at China’s customs checkpoints.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) was reportedly prevented from aggressively pursuing aspects of an investigation involving former US President Donald Trump, according to new revelations that have reignited debate over political influence and accountability within federal institutions. The report has sparked criticism from both political allies and opponents as questions grow over the handling of high-profile tax probes in the United States.

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has declared that blockades, sanctions and economic pressure will not force Iran to surrender amid escalating tensions in the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Ghalibaf accused Washington of using economic warfare and psychological pressure to weaken Tehran, while insisting that Iran would continue resisting foreign pressure.

Scientists have achieved a remarkable biotechnology breakthrough by creating lab-made eggs capable of producing live chicks. Researchers say the advance could transform animal reproduction science, endangered species conservation and even future de-extinction research involving vanished species like the Dodo. The development has sparked global excitement and debate over how synthetic biology may reshape the future of genetics, food systems and wildlife preservation in the decades ahead.

Former Navy SEAL Gallrein has defeated Thomas Massie in a closely watched Kentucky political contest, marking a major shift in the state’s political landscape. The race drew national attention due to Massie’s strong conservative profile and outspoken positions on key issues in Washington. Gallrein’s victory is being viewed as a significant political upset that could reshape power dynamics within the Republican Party ahead of upcoming national elections

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia addresses growing player injury concerns ahead of the Afghanistan series, ruling out board interference in IPL workload management. Check out the official Indian Test and ODI squads under captain Shubman Gill.

May 21 is observed as International Tea Day, celebrating a drink with a history and deep cultural significance for many countries. On this day, let's look at the top tea-producing countries globally.

Donald Trump tightened his grip on Republican politics after a Trump-backed candidate defeated longtime critic Thomas Massie in a heated Kentucky GOP primary. Former Navy SEAL Gallrein delivered a major upset as six US states held crucial primary elections. The result is being seen as another sign of Trump’s continued influence over the Republican Party ahead of the next political battles in Washington.

Donald Trump spoke about the Iran conflict from Joint Base Andrews, warning once again that Iran “cannot have a nuclear weapon.” Trump also strongly defended Benjamin Netanyahu, calling him a “war-time prime minister” and claiming he was being treated unfairly by Israel’s leadership. The remarks come amid rising tensions in West Asia, ongoing diplomatic uncertainty and fears of a wider regional escalation involving the US, Israel and Iran.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the FAO Agricola Medal in Rome for contributions to agriculture and food security. This comes following bilateral talks with Italian PM Giorgia Meloni.

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Iran’s chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf admitted that Iranians have faced severe economic difficulties during the conflict. He said he is fully aware of the rising costs for essential food items like rice, poultry, eggs, and meat, which have reduced purchasing power.