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Prime Minister Modi warned that ongoing global conflicts and instability risk undoing decades of development and plunging populations into poverty. Addressing the Indian diaspora in The Hague, he emphasized the critical need for resilient and trusted global supply chains, highlighting India's cooperation with the Netherlands in this area. He also celebrated the diaspora's cultural preservation and India's recent economic transformation.

25% stakeholder took a blow of $743 million and its net dipped 57%

Defence minister Rajnath Singh assured citizens that India is prepared for global supply chain disruptions, with ample petroleum products and robust foreign exchange reserves. He urged fuel conservation to ease the nation's financial burden amid high international crude prices. The government is implementing measures for fuel efficiency and responsible consumption.

Apple is reportedly testing iPhone, iPad, and Mac processors with Intel's advanced chip manufacturing process, marking a potential shift after a decade. While TSMC remains the dominant supplier, this move signals Apple's strategy to diversify and cultivate new partners amidst growing demand for AI chips. Intel faces significant challenges in meeting Apple's stringent requirements.

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Apple has reportedly reached a preliminary agreement with Intel to manufacture some of its chips, potentially easing supply chain constraints. This deal would mark a significant shift, with Intel's 18A-P node being the likely target for Apple's lower-end M processors. The agreement could boost Intel's foundry business and provide Apple with a crucial second manufacturing source.

An AI tool named Mythos has breached Apple's macOS, considered highly secure. Researchers used Mythos to link two minor software flaws. This allowed the AI to corrupt the Mac's memory and access sensitive data. The exploit could grant hackers full control of a victim's computer. Apple is reviewing the findings. This development highlights the growing threat of AI-assisted cyberattacks.

NTPC Limited has announced 45 vacancies under two recruitment drives for Assistant Officer in Environment Management and Engineer positions in Contracts and Materials. The vacancies include posts across multiple categories with reservation benefits as per government norms. Candidates with engineering qualifications and relevant experience can apply for the positions. The recruitment process may include written examinations, screening and interviews. Selected candidates will receive salaries under E0 and E2 pay scales along with other company benefits.

Prime Minister Modi's appeal to curb gold purchases amid global economic uncertainty has sparked anxiety among Ranchi's jewellers during the peak wedding season. The statement, aimed at conserving foreign exchange, is feared to impact customer sentiment and the livelihoods of artisans and workers in the local bullion market.

NEET-UG was supposed to be fixed after the 2024 leak. Two official reports had already laid out where the system could break again

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Suspicions over NEET UG 2026 paper leak have intensified after Rajasthan SOG found circulation of a 410-question guess paper before the exam held on May 3, 2026. Officials said about 120 Chemistry questions matched. Investigators allege the paper spread across states including Kerala, Rajasthan and Uttarakhand through counsellors and students. Thirteen suspects have been detained. NTA has referred the matter to central agencies and urged candidates to ignore rumours during ongoing investigation probe continues steadily

Despite global economic headwinds from Middle East turmoil, India's economy is projected for stable growth through FY26 and FY27, with SBI forecasting around 7.5% for FY26. Resilient domestic demand, strong credit expansion, and broad-based improvements in high-frequency indicators support this optimistic outlook, though external vulnerabilities like oil prices and currency movements remain key concerns.