Record 274 climbers scale Mt Everest in a single day, video shows overcrowding at base
As many as 274 climbers scaled Mount Everest on Wednesday, setting a record for the highest number of ascents in a day from the Nepali side. However, this has caused overcrowding at the base camp with hundreds of more climbers expected to head for the summit in coming weeks. A viral video shows hundreds of climbers lined up at base.
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As many as 274 climbers scaled Mount Everest on Wednesday, setting a record for the highest number of ascents in a day from the Nepali side. However, this has caused overcrowding at the base camp with hundreds of more climbers expected to head for the summit in coming weeks. A viral video shows hundreds of climbers lined up at base.
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What is retail digital rupee and how can it be used?
The retail digital rupee or e₹ is a digital form of India's physical currency, issued and backed by the Reserve Bank of India. It can be held and transacted through e₹ wallets offered by banks and non-banks for person-to-person payments or person-to-merchant transactions. According to recent reports, the value of transactions with the digital rupee has crossed ₹34,000 crore nationwide.
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09:43 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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The retail digital rupee or e₹ is a digital form of India's physical currency, issued and backed by the Reserve Bank of India. It can be held and transacted through e₹ wallets offered by banks and non-banks for person-to-person payments or person-to-merchant transactions. According to recent reports, the value of transactions with the digital rupee has crossed ₹34,000 crore nationwide.
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He was going to stab me: Sikh man claims self-defence in UK student murder trial
A 23-year-old Sikh man, Vickrum Digwa, accused of stabbing university student Henry Nowak in Southampton, told a UK court that he feared the teenager would use his kirpan against him during a street fight. Digwa, who denies murder, said, "He was going to stab me with my own kirpan." "To me, it seemed like he was drunk," he added.
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09:50 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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A 23-year-old Sikh man, Vickrum Digwa, accused of stabbing university student Henry Nowak in Southampton, told a UK court that he feared the teenager would use his kirpan against him during a street fight. Digwa, who denies murder, said, "He was going to stab me with my own kirpan." "To me, it seemed like he was drunk," he added.
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09:50 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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What 10 major shortages have been triggered by Iran war so far?
US-Iran war has triggered global supply disruptions, leading to unexpected shortages across different industries. The conflict has impacted the availability of synthetic motor oil, LPG, helium, sulphur, fertilisers, jet fuel, tungsten, potato chips and diet coke. In Japan, shortage of naphtha, which is used to make plastics and printing ink solvents, has forced chips makers to change packagings.
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09:46 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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US-Iran war has triggered global supply disruptions, leading to unexpected shortages across different industries. The conflict has impacted the availability of synthetic motor oil, LPG, helium, sulphur, fertilisers, jet fuel, tungsten, potato chips and diet coke. In Japan, shortage of naphtha, which is used to make plastics and printing ink solvents, has forced chips makers to change packagings.
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'Slaughter of cow not part of Eid-al-Adha,' says Calcutta HC as it upholds WB govt's restrictions
The Calcutta High Court upheld restrictions imposed by Suvendu Adhikari-led West Bengal government on cattle slaughter ahead of Eid al-Adha. "Sacrifice of a cow is no part of the festival and is not a religious requirement under Islam, as held by Supreme Court," HC said. According to the state order, a 'fit-for-slaughter' certificate would be required for slaughtering animals.
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10:12 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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The Calcutta High Court upheld restrictions imposed by Suvendu Adhikari-led West Bengal government on cattle slaughter ahead of Eid al-Adha. "Sacrifice of a cow is no part of the festival and is not a religious requirement under Islam, as held by Supreme Court," HC said. According to the state order, a 'fit-for-slaughter' certificate would be required for slaughtering animals.
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Shut down call centre op in India for defrauding US citizens: FBI
The FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) claimed that it shut down a call center operation in India that "defrauded" hundreds of elderly victims in the US and abroad out of millions of dollars through tech support scams. It further claimed that its investigation has resulted in the arrests and convictions of five India-based telemarketing fraudsters.
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10:05 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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The FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) claimed that it shut down a call center operation in India that "defrauded" hundreds of elderly victims in the US and abroad out of millions of dollars through tech support scams. It further claimed that its investigation has resulted in the arrests and convictions of five India-based telemarketing fraudsters.
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The more I heal, the less ambitious I am: Williamson
Modern Wisdom host Chris Williamson opened up about his evolving ambition. "The more I heal, the less I'm ambitious," he said, quoting a viral tweet that hit him hard. At 38, he no longer wishes to be a billionaire. He now finds deeper meaning in starting a family, friendships, and giving himself space to explore his own mind.
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09:15 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Modern Wisdom host Chris Williamson opened up about his evolving ambition. "The more I heal, the less I'm ambitious," he said, quoting a viral tweet that hit him hard. At 38, he no longer wishes to be a billionaire. He now finds deeper meaning in starting a family, friendships, and giving himself space to explore his own mind.
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SBI may remain shut for 6 days this month: Reports
SBI may remain shut for six days this month, as May 23rd is the fourth Saturday and May 24 is a Sunday. The SBI Staff Federation called for a strike on May 25-26 over issues like recruitment and selection of National Pension System (NPS) fund managers, said reports. Due to Eid-al-Adha, SBI will remain shut on May 27 and 28.
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10:28 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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SBI may remain shut for six days this month, as May 23rd is the fourth Saturday and May 24 is a Sunday. The SBI Staff Federation called for a strike on May 25-26 over issues like recruitment and selection of National Pension System (NPS) fund managers, said reports. Due to Eid-al-Adha, SBI will remain shut on May 27 and 28.
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78,000 Samsung chip workers to each get ₹3.27-crore bonus after firm's deal with union
Samsung Electronics will distribute about 40 trillion won ($26.6 billion) to chip employees as a bonus for this year after striking a deal with labor unions to avert a strike. On an average, 78,000 chip workers would get $340,000 (₹3.27 crore) bonus each. Under the deal, chip workers will receive 50% of their annual salary as a regular cash bonus.
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10:26 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Samsung Electronics will distribute about 40 trillion won ($26.6 billion) to chip employees as a bonus for this year after striking a deal with labor unions to avert a strike. On an average, 78,000 chip workers would get $340,000 (₹3.27 crore) bonus each. Under the deal, chip workers will receive 50% of their annual salary as a regular cash bonus.
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10:26 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Sinner, Djokovic separated in draw, could meet in French Open 2026 final
World No.1 Jannik Sinner and No.4 Novak Djokovic, among the men's singles favourites at the 2026 French Open, have been drawn in opposite halves of the draw. Djokovic is set to face France's Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, while Sinner will take on French wildcard Clement Tabur in the first round. However, the duo could clash in the final on June 7.
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10:24 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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World No.1 Jannik Sinner and No.4 Novak Djokovic, among the men's singles favourites at the 2026 French Open, have been drawn in opposite halves of the draw. Djokovic is set to face France's Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, while Sinner will take on French wildcard Clement Tabur in the first round. However, the duo could clash in the final on June 7.
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10:24 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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We were sworn enemies at one point: Twisha's husband had said in wedding video
In a teaser video of the wedding of Twisha Sharma and Samarth Singh, the latter can be heard saying, "You can only cherish love when you have some hatred towards each other." "And we were sworn enemies at one point," he had added. "Jiju...may be...a lawyer in court..but...at home Twisha would remain the judge," one of the groom's relatives said.
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10:22 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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In a teaser video of the wedding of Twisha Sharma and Samarth Singh, the latter can be heard saying, "You can only cherish love when you have some hatred towards each other." "And we were sworn enemies at one point," he had added. "Jiju...may be...a lawyer in court..but...at home Twisha would remain the judge," one of the groom's relatives said.
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K-pop group LE SSERAFIM slammed for 'disrespecting' Indian culture
K-pop group LE SSERAFIM has been facing criticism for cultural appropriation and religious disrespect in the teaser for their upcoming music video 'BOOMPALA'. Social media users have accused the group of "disrespecting and mocking" Buddhist imagery, Egyptian and Indian cultural traditions. A user wrote, "The cultural appropriation? Oh, le sserafim, it's time to say bye to your careers."
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10:16 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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K-pop group LE SSERAFIM has been facing criticism for cultural appropriation and religious disrespect in the teaser for their upcoming music video 'BOOMPALA'. Social media users have accused the group of "disrespecting and mocking" Buddhist imagery, Egyptian and Indian cultural traditions. A user wrote, "The cultural appropriation? Oh, le sserafim, it's time to say bye to your careers."
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Buffalo resembling Donald Trump losing weight after getting stressed due to crowd
The albino buffalo with flowing blond hair, which went viral for resembling US President Donald Trump, has been losing weight lately, its Bangladeshi owner said. The owner added that the 700-kg buffalo is being constantly troubled and stressed due to crowd. The albino buffaloes are extremely rare and appear white or pink due to a lack of melanin production.
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10:44 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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The albino buffalo with flowing blond hair, which went viral for resembling US President Donald Trump, has been losing weight lately, its Bangladeshi owner said. The owner added that the 700-kg buffalo is being constantly troubled and stressed due to crowd. The albino buffaloes are extremely rare and appear white or pink due to a lack of melanin production.
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PM Modi chairs 4.5-hour-long meeting, asks ministers to finish pending work
PM Narendra Modi chaired a 4.5-hour-long meeting of the Council of Ministers on Thursday after returning from his five-nation tour. The meeting focused on governance performance and the impact of the Middle East war on India's economy, said reports. He also reviewed developments in infrastructure, rural development and healthcare and asked ministers to finish pending work.
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PM Narendra Modi chaired a 4.5-hour-long meeting of the Council of Ministers on Thursday after returning from his five-nation tour. The meeting focused on governance performance and the impact of the Middle East war on India's economy, said reports. He also reviewed developments in infrastructure, rural development and healthcare and asked ministers to finish pending work.
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'No paper leak in NEET exam,' NTA tells Parliamentary panel
NTA DG Abhishek Singh appeared before Parliamentary panel regarding the NEET controversy and reportedly said, "No paper leak took place, only certain questions came out." However, NTA acknowledged that certain procedural lapses, including memorisation of questions by individuals involved in translation work, led to the breach. The exam conducted on May 3 was cancelled after paper leak allegations.
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10:41 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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NTA DG Abhishek Singh appeared before Parliamentary panel regarding the NEET controversy and reportedly said, "No paper leak took place, only certain questions came out." However, NTA acknowledged that certain procedural lapses, including memorisation of questions by individuals involved in translation work, led to the breach. The exam conducted on May 3 was cancelled after paper leak allegations.
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Iran in talks with Oman over permanent toll system for Hormuz
Mohammad Amin-Nejad, Iran's ambassador to France, said Iran is in talks with Oman to establish a permanent toll system for the Strait of Hormuz. "Iran and Oman must mobilise all their resources...to provide security services and...manage navigation in the most appropriate manner," he said. The Strait of Hormuz has been heavily affected by the US-Iran war.
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10:37 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Mohammad Amin-Nejad, Iran's ambassador to France, said Iran is in talks with Oman to establish a permanent toll system for the Strait of Hormuz. "Iran and Oman must mobilise all their resources...to provide security services and...manage navigation in the most appropriate manner," he said. The Strait of Hormuz has been heavily affected by the US-Iran war.
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100 just a number, let rupee depreciate: Finance Commission head Arvind Panagariya to RBI
Economist and 16th Finance Commission Chairman Arvind Panagariya has urged RBI not to "let the psychology of ₹100 per dollar determine" its policy. "Hundred is just a number...Whether the oil shortage is short- or long-lived, the right response...is to let the rupee depreciate," he said. He added that the current economy is "well-positioned to absorb some inflationary pressure".
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10:33 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Economist and 16th Finance Commission Chairman Arvind Panagariya has urged RBI not to "let the psychology of ₹100 per dollar determine" its policy. "Hundred is just a number...Whether the oil shortage is short- or long-lived, the right response...is to let the rupee depreciate," he said. He added that the current economy is "well-positioned to absorb some inflationary pressure".
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Fino Payments Bank CEO Rishi Gupta steps down months after arrest
Fino Payments Bank MD and CEO Rishi Gupta has decided to take voluntary early retirement months after being arrested under GST Act. According to a filing, Gupta chose to step down despite being deemed "fit and proper" by the board to continue in his role. Fino earlier said his arrest was linked to an investigation involving the bank's business partners.
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10:57 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Fino Payments Bank MD and CEO Rishi Gupta has decided to take voluntary early retirement months after being arrested under GST Act. According to a filing, Gupta chose to step down despite being deemed "fit and proper" by the board to continue in his role. Fino earlier said his arrest was linked to an investigation involving the bank's business partners.
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10:57 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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PM living 'king' life while people wait in queues for cylinders: Congress
Congress Party share a video showing people allegedly waiting overnight in queues for gas cylinders in UP's Gorakhpur. It said that on one side people are struggling, while on other PM Narendra Modi is living a "king" life. The remarks came after PM's official visit to five countries, including Italy, where he met PM Giorgia Meloni and gifted her toffees.
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10:45 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Congress Party share a video showing people allegedly waiting overnight in queues for gas cylinders in UP's Gorakhpur. It said that on one side people are struggling, while on other PM Narendra Modi is living a "king" life. The remarks came after PM's official visit to five countries, including Italy, where he met PM Giorgia Meloni and gifted her toffees.
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Air India flight declares full emergency at Delhi Airport over suspected mid-air engine fire
A Bengaluru-Delhi Air India flight, carrying 171 passengers, declared a full emergency at the Delhi airport on Thursday night following a suspected engine fire mid-air. As per sources, sparks were seen in an engine. After landing safely, the aircraft was quickly towed away. Earlier in the day, a Delhi-Bengaluru Air India flight suffered a tail strike during landing.
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11:12 pm Thursday, 21 May 2026
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A Bengaluru-Delhi Air India flight, carrying 171 passengers, declared a full emergency at the Delhi airport on Thursday night following a suspected engine fire mid-air. As per sources, sparks were seen in an engine. After landing safely, the aircraft was quickly towed away. Earlier in the day, a Delhi-Bengaluru Air India flight suffered a tail strike during landing.
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