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15 May

Gold Price in India Tumbles Amid Shift in Geopolitical Tensions

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New Delhi (National Times): The gold market saw a notable downturn on Thursday, falling to levels not seen in over five weeks. The pullback reflects a broader trend away from safe-haven assets as geopolitical tensions cool and investor focus pivots to risk-on strategies. Spot gold fell by nearly 0.8%, trading at $3,153.09 per ounce, while futures in the U.S. slipped 1% to $3,156.90. The price action confirms what many traders feared—a decisive breach below the psychological $3,200 level, which could open the door to further downside. “Once gold dropped below $3,200, it invalidated the near-term bullish setup,” noted a commodity…

15 May

Political Tensions Hit Tourism: Turkey and Azerbaijan Face Backlash from Indian Travellers

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New Delhi (National Times): The ongoing diplomatic fallout from the India-Pakistan conflict has spilled into the tourism industry, with Indian travelers cancelling trips to Turkey and Azerbaijan en masse after both nations expressed support for Islamabad. Top Indian travel companies are witnessing a wave of cancellations and reduced interest in these popular holiday destinations. "Since last week, there has been a 60% drop in new bookings and a 250% increase in trip cancellations for Turkey and Azerbaijan," confirmed a spokesperson from MakeMyTrip. EaseMyTrip, another major travel player, reported that Turkey has seen a 22% rise in cancellations, while Azerbaijan's figure…

14 May

Operation Keller: Three Terrorists, Including LeT/TRF Commander, Killed in Shopian; Large Cache of Arms Recovered

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Shopian, Jammu & Kashmir (National Times): In a significant counter-terrorism success, security forces neutralised three terrorists, including a local commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba/The Resistance Front (LeT/TRF), during Operation Keller in the Keller Forest area of Shopian district on May 13. The joint operation was carried out by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) following credible intelligence about terrorist presence in the area. High-Intensity Encounter and Major Recovery The operation resulted in a fierce gunfight, culminating in the elimination of three heavily armed terrorists who were reportedly involved in multiple recent attacks across south…

14 May

MP High Court Orders FIR Against BJP Minister Over Remarks Against Colonel Sofiya Qureshi

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Bhopal (National Times): In a significant legal development, the Madhya Pradesh High Court has ordered the registration of an FIR against BJP leader and State Cabinet Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah over his controversial and communal remarks targeting Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, a key officer involved in Operation Sindoor. Taking suo motu cognizance, the Division Bench of the High Court issued the directive after video clips of Shah’s speech at a public gathering in Ramkunda village went viral on social media, triggering widespread outrage. In his speech, Shah allegedly made derogatory and inflammatory remarks questioning Col. Qureshi’s background and loyalty. Communal Undertones…

14 May

Chinese State Media Outlet ‘Global Times’ Withheld in India Amid Rising Tensions Over Misinformation

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New Delhi (National Time): In a notable move reflecting growing concerns over misinformation and propaganda, the official account of China’s state-run media outlet, Global Times, has been withheld in India. The action, observed on Wednesday, was carried out in response to a legal demand from Indian authorities. When users in India attempt to access the Global Times account on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), a message now reads: “@globaltimesnews has been withheld in IN in response to a legal demand.” The development comes shortly after X disclosed on May 8 that it had received executive orders from the Indian…

14 May

“Arunachal Is, Was, and Will Be India”: Delhi Blasts China’s Latest Naming Game

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New Delhi (National Times): In a firm and unequivocal message to Beijing, India has dismissed China’s latest attempt to rename several locations in Arunachal Pradesh, calling it a “senseless and futile exercise.” The Ministry of External Affairs declared on Wednesday that such actions will never alter the ground reality. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the MEA, said: "We categorically reject these attempts. Creative naming will not change the fact that Arunachal Pradesh is, and will always remain, an integral and inalienable part of India." The statement follows China’s issuance of a new list of “standardised” names for locations inside Arunachal Pradesh…

13 May

India Rejects Trump’s Claim of Mediating Ceasefire with Pakistan Over Trade Concessions

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New Delhi, May 13, 2025– India has categorically rejected former U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that he mediated a ceasefire between India and Pakistan by offering trade concessions. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Monday clarified that while discussions between Indian and U.S. officials took place during a tense period in early May, trade was not discussed.Responding to Trump’s assertion that increased trade promises influenced both South Asian nations to agree to a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, “The issue of trade did not come up in any of the discussions.” He emphasized that the only exchanges…

13 May

India Expels Pakistani Official Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions Post-Pahalgam Attack

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New Delhi, May 13, 2025 — In a significant diplomatic move, India has expelled a Pakistani official stationed at the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi, declaring him persona non grata for engaging in activities inconsistent with his diplomatic status, the Ministry of External Affairs announced on Tuesday.The official has been ordered to leave India within 24 hours. The expulsion is part of a broader series of retaliatory measures taken by India following the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians, including 25 Indian tourists and one Nepali national.India has blamed the attack on…

13 May

PM Modi at Adampur Airbase: “Pakistan’s Audacity Was Destroyed”

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Adampur, May 13 — In a powerful and emotionally charged address at the Adampur Air Force Station in Punjab, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that Pakistan’s audacity—not just its terror camps—had been destroyed, praising the Indian Air Force’s decisive action and resilience amid recent hostilities.“Bharat Mata ki Jai is not just a slogan; it is a sacred oath. It echoes in the skies when our missiles and drones strike,” Modi told the air warriors, asserting the strength and determination of India’s armed forces.Referring to Operation Sindoor, the Prime Minister stated that India hit back with unmatched force, dismantling terror infrastructure…

13 May

CBSE Class 10 Results Declared, 93.60% Students Pass; Girls Outshine Boys Once Again

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New Delhi (National Times): The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced the Class 10 board exam results on Tuesday, with a pass percentage of 93.60%, marking a slight improvement of 0.06% over last year’s performance. Girls have once again outperformed boys, achieving a pass rate of 95%, surpassing their male counterparts by 2.37 percentage points. Students can now check their results online at cbse.gov.in, cbseresults.nic.in, or results.cbse.nic.in. To access the marksheets, they will need to enter their roll number, school number, admit card ID, and date of birth. The provisional digital marksheets are available for immediate download, while original…