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World Hypertension Day, observed on May 17th, raises awareness about high blood pressure and its consequences. Managing hypertension involves lifestyle changes like the DASH diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy while limiting sodium and unhealthy fats. This diet effectively lowers blood pressure, reduces heart disease risk, and improves overall health.

World Hypertension Day 2025: All about the DASH diet to keep stress at bay

World Hypertension Day, observed on May 17th, raises awareness about high blood pressure and its consequences. Managing hypertension involves lifestyle changes like the DASH diet, which emphasizes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and low-fat dairy while limiting sodium and unhealthy fats. This diet effectively lowers blood pressure, reduces heart disease risk, and improves overall health.

Rohit Sharma, visibly emotional, honoured his parents at Wankhede Stadium during the unveiling of a stand named after him on Friday. He expressed gratitude for their sacrifices, acknowledging their role in his cricketing journey. Alongside Sharma, Ajit Wadekar and Sharad Pawar were also recognised.

Rohit Sharma stand: MCA hands first ticket to former Test captain

Rohit Sharma, visibly emotional, honoured his parents at Wankhede Stadium during the unveiling of a stand named after him on Friday. He expressed gratitude for their sacrifices, acknowledging their role in his cricketing journey. Alongside Sharma, Ajit Wadekar and Sharad Pawar were also recognised.

Following the Pahalgam terrorist incident, India has intensified scrutiny of imports from the UAE, Iran, and other Gulf nations to prevent Pakistani goods from entering indirectly. A complete ban on Pakistani goods is now in effect, with strict verification of import labels and origin criteria.

How India is preventing entry of Pakistan goods from indirect routes

Following the Pahalgam terrorist incident, India has intensified scrutiny of imports from the UAE, Iran, and other Gulf nations to prevent Pakistani goods from entering indirectly. A complete ban on Pakistani goods is now in effect, with strict verification of import labels and origin criteria.

In a brazen jailbreak, ten inmates escaped the Orleans Justice Center in New Orleans after exploiting a hole behind a toilet. The absence of a guard and suspected insider assistance facilitated the escape. Two fugitives have been apprehended, while eight remain at large, considered armed and dangerous. Authorities are investigating security failures and urging public vigilance as the search intensifies.

‘To easy lol’: 10 inmates use blankets to escape through hole in New Orleans jail

In a brazen jailbreak, ten inmates escaped the Orleans Justice Center in New Orleans after exploiting a hole behind a toilet. The absence of a guard and suspected insider assistance facilitated the escape. Two fugitives have been apprehended, while eight remain at large, considered armed and dangerous. Authorities are investigating security failures and urging public vigilance as the search intensifies.

Sunita, a 43-year-old Nagpur woman, has crossed the Line of Control into Pakistan, baffling Indian security agencies. Driven by a desire to meet a Pakistani pastor she met online, this was her third attempt to cross the border. She left her son in Kargil before crossing over and is now believed to be in Pakistani custody.

Nagpur woman on vacation crossed into Pakistan ‘to meet pastor she met online’

Sunita, a 43-year-old Nagpur woman, has crossed the Line of Control into Pakistan, baffling Indian security agencies. Driven by a desire to meet a Pakistani pastor she met online, this was her third attempt to cross the border. She left her son in Kargil before crossing over and is now believed to be in Pakistani custody.

Reports surfaced that the Trump administration explored a plan to relocate up to 1 million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, potentially using unfrozen Libyan funds as compensation. However, the State Department refuted these claims, deeming the situation in Libya unsuitable.

Is Trump administration planning to move 1 million Palestinians to Libya?

Reports surfaced that the Trump administration explored a plan to relocate up to 1 million Palestinians from Gaza to Libya, potentially using unfrozen Libyan funds as compensation. However, the State Department refuted these claims, deeming the situation in Libya unsuitable.

In Prayagraj, a three-and-a-half-year-old nursery student tragically died after allegedly being slapped by teachers at his private school. Police have registered an FIR against the teachers for culpable homicide, following allegations of physical and emotional distress inflicted upon the child.

UP nursery student dies after being slapped for crying

In Prayagraj, a three-and-a-half-year-old nursery student tragically died after allegedly being slapped by teachers at his private school. Police have registered an FIR against the teachers for culpable homicide, following allegations of physical and emotional distress inflicted upon the child.

India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty. The Jal Shakti ministry informed the cabinet secretary. The treaty will remain inactive. This will continue until Pakistan stops supporting cross-border terrorism. Pakistan has requested India to reconsider the treaty. They cited the dependence of millions on the water regulated by it. The decision follows a terror attack in Pahalgam.

Govt: Indus Waters Treaty will be on hold till Pakistan totally stops terror export

India has suspended the Indus Waters Treaty. The Jal Shakti ministry informed the cabinet secretary. The treaty will remain inactive. This will continue until Pakistan stops supporting cross-border terrorism. Pakistan has requested India to reconsider the treaty. They cited the dependence of millions on the water regulated by it. The decision follows a terror attack in Pahalgam.

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Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed that Indian ballistic missiles struck Nur Khan Airbase and other locations, prompting a late-night call from the Army Chief. India initiated Operation Sindoor following a terror attack, targeting terror infrastructure and militants. Hostilities ceased on May 10 after retaliatory actions and coordinated attacks on Pakistani airbases.

Watch: In a first, Pakistan PM admits India hit Nur Khan Airbase

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif revealed that Indian ballistic missiles struck Nur Khan Airbase and other locations, prompting a late-night call from the Army Chief. India initiated Operation Sindoor following a terror attack, targeting terror infrastructure and militants. Hostilities ceased on May 10 after retaliatory actions and coordinated attacks on Pakistani airbases.

NHL legend Theo Fleury sparked controversy with a blunt “Not my PM” comment aimed at newly appointed Prime Minister Mark Carney. The post quickly divided public opinion, some applaud Fleury for speaking his mind, while others feel he’s deepening the divide. As Carney calls for unity, Fleury’s bold words reflect the rising tensions and frustrations felt by many Canadians today.

NHL legend Theo Fleury slams PM Mark Carney in blunt social media attack

NHL legend Theo Fleury sparked controversy with a blunt “Not my PM” comment aimed at newly appointed Prime Minister Mark Carney. The post quickly divided public opinion, some applaud Fleury for speaking his mind, while others feel he’s deepening the divide. As Carney calls for unity, Fleury’s bold words reflect the rising tensions and frustrations felt by many Canadians today.

Hyundai plans a major India expansion. The company will launch 26 new cars in the next five years. This includes electric, hybrid, and petrol models. Hyundai will invest Rs 7,000 crore. The company aims for a bigger market share. They are focusing on profits, not discount wars. Eight new models are expected by FY27.

Hyundai lines up new models to regain ground

Hyundai plans a major India expansion. The company will launch 26 new cars in the next five years. This includes electric, hybrid, and petrol models. Hyundai will invest Rs 7,000 crore. The company aims for a bigger market share. They are focusing on profits, not discount wars. Eight new models are expected by FY27.

Dalal Street witnessed a significant rally following the Indo-Pak ceasefire, adding over $300 billion to investor wealth. The Sensex and Nifty climbed, fueled by foreign and domestic fund inflows, a fall in retail inflation, and expectations of RBI rate cuts. Smallcap and midcap stocks outperformed, with defense and railway sectors experiencing substantial gains.

Relief rally: Sensex soars 3,000 points in week

Dalal Street witnessed a significant rally following the Indo-Pak ceasefire, adding over $300 billion to investor wealth. The Sensex and Nifty climbed, fueled by foreign and domestic fund inflows, a fall in retail inflation, and expectations of RBI rate cuts. Smallcap and midcap stocks outperformed, with defense and railway sectors experiencing substantial gains.

In Prayagraj, a three-and-a-half-year-old nursery student tragically died after allegedly being slapped by a teacher for crying in class. An FIR has been filed against two teachers at Naini police station for culpable homicide. Police are investigating the incident, reviewing CCTV footage, and have recorded statements from family and school staff to determine the exact sequence of events.

Nursery kid, 3, dies after being slapped by teacher

In Prayagraj, a three-and-a-half-year-old nursery student tragically died after allegedly being slapped by a teacher for crying in class. An FIR has been filed against two teachers at Naini police station for culpable homicide. Police are investigating the incident, reviewing CCTV footage, and have recorded statements from family and school staff to determine the exact sequence of events.

How private firms are arming our forces