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1. IPL 2025 Set To Resume With LSG vs RCB Clash In Lucknow: Report  ABP Live English
2. IPL 2025 New Schedule Live Updates: League resumption on the cards  Times of India
3. IPL teams can't take action against foreign players missing remainder of 2025 season — here's what report suggests  Mint
4. Gujarat Titans train in Ahmedabad as IPL 2025 waits for resumption  ESPNcricinfo
5. IPL 2025 restart hinges on government nod, BCCI to consult stakeholders in next 48 hours  Cricbuzz.com

1. 'Harmless' drink can cause kidney diseases and anxiety disorders in young people  Times of India
2. How energy drinks offer quick buzz but risky crash for teens  NBC4 Washington
3. Young people risk kidney problems and anxiety due to popular drink  Surrey Live
4. Are energy drinks bad for your health?  Connersville News-Examiner
5. Seemingly harmless popular drink linked to kidney problems and anxiety in young people  The Mirror US

1. Trump plans to accept $400 Million luxury 747 from Qatar for use as Air Force One  Moneycontrol
2. ‘Gift, free of charge’: Donald Trump breaks silence on reported Qatari jet deal  Times of India
3. Trump defends decision to accept Boeing plane from Qatar, calls Democrats losers  India Today
4. Qatar says no final decision made on gifting Trump jet to use as Air Force One  The Hindu
5. Qatar responds to reports of $400m luxury jet gift to Donald Trump  Hindustan Times

1. India-Pakistan ceasefire LIVE updates: Both countries to hold DGMO level talks today  The Hindu
2. India-Pakistan tensions: Top military officials to speak as ceasefire holds  BBC
3. India-Pakistan to hold DGMO level talks on May 12  The Hindu
4. What We Know About How the 4-Day India and Pakistan Clashes Unfolded  The New York Times
5. Army Chief Grants "Full Authority" To Commanders For Counteraction If Ceasefire Violated  NDTV

जागरण संवाददाता, पटना। लोकसभा में नेता प्रतिपक्ष राहुल गांधी एक बार फिर बिहार के दौरे पर आ रहे हैं। उनका यह दौरा आगामी 15 मई को प्रस्तावित है। सूत्रों के अनुसार वे दरभंगा और पटना में कार्यक्रम कर सकते हैं। खास बात यह है कि यह बीते 5 महीनों में राहुल गांधी का चौथा बिहार दौरा होगा।

चौथी बार बिहार आएंगे राहुल गांधी

इससे पहले राहुल गांधी 4 महीने में 3 बार बिहार दौरे पर आ चुके हैं। बिहार में इस साल अक्टूबर नवंबर महीने में विधानसभा चुनाव होने हैं, जिससे पहले राहुल गांधी का दौरा काफी अहम माना जा रहा है।

इस बार राहुल गांधी गया में पार्टी कार्यकर्ताओं से मिलेंगे और स्थानीय नेताओं के साथ पार्टी की संगठनात्मक मजबूती और चुनावी रणनीति पर चर्चा करेंगे। उनके साथ कांग्रेस के कई राष्ट्रीय नेता भी मौजूद रहेंगे।

जनवरी, फरवरी और अप्रैल में बिहार दौरे पर आए राहुल गांधी

केवल मार्च महीने को छोड़ दिया जाए तो इस साल की शुरुआत के साथ राहुल गांधी ने हर महीने बिहार का दौरा किया है। 18 जनवरी, 04 फरवरी और 07 अप्रैल को राहुल गांधी बिहार दौरे पर आ चुके हैं। इस दौरान उन्होंने विधानसभा चुनाव से पहले कार्यकर्ताओं में जोश भरने का काम किया।

लोकसभा चुनाव के बाद इस बार कांग्रेस विधानसभा चुनाव में बिहार में बेहतर प्रदर्शन करने की उम्मीद में है। यही वजह कि राहुल गांधी किसी तरह की कोई गलती नहीं करना चाहते।

अब राहुल गांधी के बिहार दौरे का आगामी चुनाव में क्या असर होगा ये तो आने वाला वक्त ही बताएगा। फिलहार बिहार कांग्रेस राहुल गांधी के दौरे से पहले तैयारियों में जुट गई है।

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1. Zelenskyy hopes for ceasefire with Russia, says hell be waiting for Putin in Turkiye personally  Greater Kashmir
2. "Ready To Meet Putin": Ukraine President Zelensky On Ceasefire Talks With Russia  NDTV
3. Uncertainty and tension ahead of possible Ukraine peace talks  The Economist
4. Zelenskyy expects Russia to commit to ceasefire, says 'ready' for talks  The Hindu
5. Russia's Putin wants to negotiate an end to BLOODBATH, Ukraine should agree IMMEDIATELY: Trump's latest missive  Mint

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1. Prateik Babbar Reveals REAL Reason For Not Inviting Dad Raj Babbar To His Wedding- News18  News18
2. Prateik Smita Patil Reveals Why He Didn't Invite Father Raj Babbar To His Wedding: "My Father's Wife And My Mother Had Some Complications"  NDTV
3. ‘I was extremely bitter about dad Raj Babbar, mom Smita Patil,’ Parteik recalls growing up with ‘shame’: ‘Na main maa ka, na baap ka’  The Indian Express
4. 'Was unethical...': Prateik explains not inviting father Raj to wedding  NewsBytes
5. Prateik Smita Patil Opens Up On Embracing His Mother's Name: Na Main Baap Ka Hoon, Na Maa Ka... - Exclusive  Times Now

1. Before and after: Satellite images reveal Operation Sindoor’s impact on Pakistan air bases, terror camps  Times of India
2. Satellite Pics Show 'Before-After' Comparison Of Pak Terror Camps, Airfields  NDTV
3. Terror camps hit, Kashmir narrative changed: What India achieved under Op Sindoor  India Today
4. Pak Army lost 35-40 men at LoC, its Air Force a few aircraft: Armed Forces  The Indian Express
5. 'War is not Bollywood movie’: Ex Army chief on Operation Sindoor  Hindustan Times

1. Anurag Kashyap says Vijay Sethupathi helped him bag Maharaja, afford daughter's wedding  India Today
2. Anurag Kashyap says he 'couldn't afford' daughter Aaliyah's wedding until Vijay Sethupathi helped him bag Maharaja role  Hindustan Times
3. What Happened When Anurag Kashyap Told Vijay Sethupathi, "Can't Afford My Daughter's Wedding"  NDTV
4. Anurag Kashyap says Vijay Sethupathi ‘helped’ him with Maharaja role because he wanted to get his daughter married: ‘I couldn’t afford it otherwise’  The Indian Express
5. South Star Helps North Director Daughter’s Wedding  Gulte

Harvard-trained nutritionist shares a simple trick to cut the glycemic index of carbs by 50 percent  Times of India

In times of market turbulence, it’s not always the smartest investor who wins—but the most emotionally disciplined one.Amid heightened geopolitical tensions, global policy shifts, and uncertain domestic triggers, Amar Ambani, Executive Director at YES SECURITIES, reflects on Warren Buffett’s timeless investing wisdom: “Check your emotions at the door.”In a candid conversation on the latest segment of ETMarkets Smart Talk, Ambani shares why Warren Buffett’s words are more relevant than ever in today's volatile markets, and how investors can navigate uncertainty with patience, prudence, and a contrarian mindset. Edited Excerpts – Thanks for taking the time out. The month of May started off on a volatile note with the tariff war & now India-Pakistan tensions. What is your take on markets?A) Just as the 90-day pause on Trump’s tariff plans brought some relief, fresh tensions with Pakistan have reintroduced uncertainty. History suggests such geopolitical flashpoints rarely cause lasting damage to Indian equities - be it Kargil, the Parliament attack, 26/11, or Pulwama.The post-Uri correction coincided with demonetization, which had a far deeper economic impact. With the market already down ~15% from its peak, some downside is priced in. That said, I expect continued volatility and a rangebound trend over the next 5–6 months.Relations with Pakistan could worsen, and any escalation may trigger knee-jerk reactions. Compounding this is the absence of strong domestic triggers - earnings remain muted and consumption recovery is still weak.For long-term investors, this phase could offer attractive entry points. But broadly, 2025 looks more like a consolidation year than a breakout one.Q) Why this sudden selloff in the pharma space? There is some chatter after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to ramp up domestic drug manufacturing.A) The recent selloff in the pharma space is driven by renewed concerns around US policy. President Trump’s executive order to boost domestic drug manufacturing has added to the overhang, especially following earlier comments on imposing 100% tariffs on imported drugs.While companies like Sun Pharma and Lupin have US plants, majority of Indian pharma’s revenues still come from exports. The executive order also asks the US FDA to fast-track approvals for domestic facilities, potentially giving US-based competitors an edge.Though a trade deal between the US and India is likely, uncertainty around tariffs and regulatory timelines continues to weigh on sentiment.On the fundamentals side, Indian pharma’s US revenues have been growing in low single digits since 2022. The acute segment in the domestic market has also been weak for the past two years. Additionally, the recent appreciation of the INR is eroding the currency benefit that had supported earnings.Q) May has been relatively good for bulls as Nifty closed with gains in 7 out of the last 10 years. With FIIs on a selling spree – will we see ‘sell in May & go away’?A) FIIs were heavy sellers in prior months, leading to some under-ownership in Indian equities. And there’s been a notable shift recently, with FIIs turning net buyers over the past couple of weeks.However, a broader return will depend on how the geopolitical situation with Pakistan evolves, global trade clarity and relative valuations.That said, the macro environment is turning supportive: the INR has stabilised and appreciated, the US dollar is softening, and US bond yields are easing.Despite near-term volatility, the structural case for Indian equities remains intact. I believe the best phase of FII flows into India still lies ahead.Q) What is happening with Crude oil? We are seeing some wild swings in commodities. Lower crude oil will help the economy. How do you see the scenario for India?A) The current crude oil price range of $60-70 per barrel is in line with our house view and appears sustainable. It helps avoid inflationary surprises, however, any incremental benefit may be limited, as the government has already adjusted fuel taxes, keeping retail prices elevated in spite the fall in crude.India’s oil import bill stood at around $175 billion in FY24 and is expected to remain at similar levels in FY25 and FY26. So, the incremental economic impact from benign oil is likely to be capped from here.That said, softer crude prices still bring meaningful indirect advantages. They help stabilise the rupee, improve sentiment, and enhance the relative attractiveness of Indian equities for foreign investors.Q) What is your take on earnings and how the next few quarters are likely to pan out?A) Revenue growth has been fairly steady at around 7% year-on-year over the past few quarters-excluding Q2, which came in at 4.2%-and we expect Q4 FY25 to follow a similar trend.The real story this quarter, however, could be on the margin front, where we’re likely to see a positive surprise of around 20 basis points, translating into a profit beat vs estimates.Looking ahead, with inflation under control, signs of a rural consumption revival, and the base effect kicking in from Q2 FY26, we expect corporate earnings to accelerate. FY26 earnings growth is likely to come in around 12-13%, driven by improved operating leverage and stability in input costs.Q) It looks like we have entered a sideways market, and money-making might not be that easy. Patience and right stock selection might be the key. Staying on cash just like Buffett is the right strategy?A) The fact that Warren Buffett raised Berkshire’s cash pile to over $342 billion, an all-time high both in absolute terms and as a percentage of the company’s size, speaks volumes. He’s been early, cautious, and right yet again - it’s like scoring a century in your farewell test match.That said, for most investors, if you had already raised cash earlier, this is the time to start deploying selectively. For those who didn’t, I wouldn’t recommend panic selling at this stage unless you're sitting on significantly overvalued positions. Plenty of quality stocks are now available at reasonable valuations and present good entry opportunities.However, pockets of froth still exist even after the correction, and those should be trimmed. This is truly a stock-picker’s market now, not one where you can rely on the tide to lift all boats.Q) What is your take on the recent Warren Buffett AGM? Any learnings that you have gathered from the speech/note?A) It’s always insightful to hear from the master. Sometimes, it's not about learning something entirely new, but about having timeless principles reinforced in a way that makes you pause and reflect.Buffett’s words this time really hit home, especially when he said, “People have emotions, but you’ve got to check them at the door when you invest.” That’s a powerful reminder in today’s volatile market.Another standout line for me was, “We will make our best deals when people are the most pessimistic.” It underscores the value of contrarian thinking and emotional discipline, principles that are easy to understand, but hard to practice consistently.Buffett’s ability to remain calm, rational, and opportunistic in the face of market noise is what continues to set him apart.Q) Equity is good but there is some chatter on the Street that bonds might do well in the short term. What are your views? What should be the ideal asset allocation?A) Personally, I’m 100% into equities - that’s just my preference (smiles). But asset allocation is critical for most investors and should always be tailored to individual factors like age, risk appetite and risk capacity, liquidity needs, and financial goals. There’s no one-size-fits-all formula.With inflation likely to undershoot the RBI’s 4% target, real rates are reasonably high. At a 6% repo rate, the real rate is over 2%, which opens the door for rate cuts. We could see up to three cuts, bringing the repo rate down to around 5.25%.In that scenario, bond yields will ease further and the 10-year could drift to below 6%. However, the short end may see more yield compression, especially after the distortions of the past couple of years. That could lead to a steepening of the yield curve.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views, and opinions given by experts are their own. These do not represent the views of the Economic Times)

1. World Health News: Deadliest Measles Outbreak in 30 Years Sweeps Through Canada and USA — Over 1000 Cases Confirmed  TheHealthSite
2. "Spreading Like Wildfire": Over 1,000 Measles Cases Reported In US  NDTV
3. US measles cases surpass 1,000 for first time in 5 years  ET HealthWorld
4. Texas’ measles outbreak is nation’s largest since 2000  The Texas Tribune
5. Measles Could Become Endemic in US if Surge Continues, Expert Warns  ScienceAlert

1. Proud of you: Support pours in for Vikram Misri after trolls target his family  India Today
2. ‘Shameful’: Support pours in for foreign secretary Vikram Misri as trolls target his family  Times of India
3. Who Is Vikram Misri – The Diplomat At The Centre of India-Pakistan Ceasefire Talks?  Zee News
4. "Preposterous": Shashi Tharoor To NDTV After Foreign Secretary Trolled  NDTV
5. Why Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, his daughter are being trolled  Firstpost

राज्य ब्यूरो, पटना। मुख्यमंत्री नीतीश कुमार सोमवार को संकल्प भवन में ग्रामीण सड़क सुदृढ़ीकरण एवं प्रबंधन का कार्यारंभ करेंगे। इसके तहत 6,938 पथों (लंबाई: 12,105 किमी, कुल लागत : 8,716 करोड़) का सुदृढ़ीकरण एवं प्रबंधन किया जाएगा।

6,938 ग्रामीण पथों का सुदृढ़ीकरण

मुख्यमंत्री ग्रामीण सड़क उन्नयन योजना के तहत ग्रामीण सड़क सुदृढ़ीकरण एवं प्रबंधन कार्यक्रम को एक नए अवयव के रूप में प्रारंभ किया गया है, जिसका उद्देश्य ग्रामीण सड़कों के नियमित एवं व्यवस्थित पुनर्निर्माण/उन्नयन/नवीनीकरण को सुनिश्चित करना है। इसके तहत 6,938 ग्रामीण पथों का सुदृढ़ीकरण किया जाएगा।

8,716 करोड़ की कुल लागत

इस महत्वाकांक्षी कार्यक्रम के तहत उन सभी ग्रामीण पथों को आगामी सात वर्षों तक मानक अनुरूप सेवा स्तर पर बनाए रखने की व्यवस्था की गई है, जो अपनी पंचवर्षीय अनुरक्षण/त्रुटि निवारण अवधि पूर्ण कर चुके हैं।

इस अवधि के भीतर इन पथों के पर दो बार कालीकरण (री-सर्फेसिंग) कार्य कराया जाएगा। इस प्रोजेक्ट में 8,716 करोड़ की कुल लागत आएगी।

गांव और शहरों के बीच घटेगी दूरी

योजना के क्रियान्वयन के दौरान यदि सड़क में कोई तकनीकी त्रुटि पाई जाती है तो उसका समाधान तय समय-सीमा के भीतर अनिवार्य रूप से किया जाएगा। इससे न केवल गांवों और शहरों के बीच की दूरी घटेगी, बल्कि राज्य की सामाजिक संरचना को नया आयाम मिलेगा। इससे प्रदेश की आर्थिक गतिविधियों को भी नई गति मिलेगी।

यह कार्यक्रम मुख्यमंत्री नीतीश कुमार के उस महत्त्वाकांक्षी विजन को साकार करेगा, जिसके तहत राज्य के किसी भी सुदूरवर्ती क्षेत्र से भविष्य में मात्र चार घंटे में राजधानी पटना तक की सुगम और निर्बाध यात्रा संभव हो सकेगी।

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1. ‘Goli Ka Jawab Gola’: How PM Modi Spoke Through His Actions Against Pakistan- News18  News18
2. What PM Modi told US vice president JD Vance during May 9 phone call  Hindustan Times
3. Modi told Vance India would hit hard, Pak called US after its bases damaged  The Indian Express
4. India sends strong signal: ‘Pakistan must pay for its terror links’, say officials  The Economic Times
5. Indus Waters Treaty to be kept in abeyance as Pakistan resorted to cross-border terror: source  The Hindu