The Buzz Tapestry

The IPL 2025 Eliminator was an absolute spectacle, with Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT) fighting tooth and nail for a Qualifier 2 spot. Played at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Chandigarh, the May 30th encounter saw high-octane drama, heart-stopping performances, and memories for a lifetime. Mumbai Indians Set a Mammoth Target Winning the toss, MI skipper Hardik Pandya opted to bat first, a decision that proved to be a masterstroke. Rohit Sharma led the charge with a stellar 81 off 50 balls, anchoring MI’s innings with a blend of aggression and composure. His knock featured 9 fours and 4 sixes, and he reached his fifty in just 28 balls. Sharma also etched his name in IPL history, becoming only the second batter to reach 7000 runs, following Virat Kohli. MI’s batting fireworks didn’t stop there. Jonny Bairstow, making his debut for the franchise, smashed 47 off 22 balls, setting the perfect foundation for MI’s massive total. Contributions from...

The technology sector is experiencing a seismic change, with AI transforming the face of software programming. Microsoft, which leads the AI revolution, recently let go of more than 2,000 software developers, triggering alarm bells for the prospects of coding professions. But Microsoft Chief Product Officer of Experiences and Devices Aparna Chennapragada has a comforting message for programmers: coding is a long way from becoming obsolete. The AI Revolution and Its Impact on Coders Microsoft’s aggressive push into AI has led to significant workforce restructuring. CEO Satya Nadella revealed that AI now writes up to 30% of code in some Microsoft projects. This revelation has fueled speculation that human programmers may soon be replaced by AI-driven automation. Although the above concerns exist, Chennapragada does not agree with the fact that coding professions are becoming obsolete. In a recent podcast interview, she reiterated that computer science is more important than ever, even as...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi went to Alipurduar, West Bengal, on May 29, 2025, to address a huge public meeting and lay the foundation for a ₹1,010-crore City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Cooch Behar and Alipurduar districts. The visit is scheduled at a critical juncture, with political activity in Bengal heating up ahead of the 2026 assembly elections. A Development-Oriented Address PM Modi, while delivering a speech, stressed the significance of Bengal's involvement in taking India forward as a developed nation. He brought attention to the CGD project, which will supply piped natural gas (PNG) to more than 2.5 lakh homes and compressed natural gas (CNG) to the transport sector through 19 new CNG stations. The project is set to generate jobs and offer a green, cheaper fuel supply. Operation Sindoor and National Security PM Modi also referenced Operation Sindoor, India's military operation against the Pahalgam attack, saying that the operation is "not yet over". ...

The season of IPL 2025 has been nothing less than spectacular, and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) plotted yet another thrilling page from its history book by clinching a sensational win over Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). The game witnessed Jitesh Sharma give a record-breaking show, breaking the milestone achieved by the legendary MS Dhoni in a knife-edge chase. A Chase for the Ages RCB were presented with a steep target of 227 runs, courtesy a record 118-run individual score by Rishabh Pant, set by LSG. A good start in the chase was provided by the opening duo of Phil Salt (30) and Virat Kohli (54), but the middle-order collapse saw RCB tottering at 123/4 in the 12th over. Enter Jitesh Sharma, who turned the game on its head with an explosive 85 off 33 balls*, forging a crucial 107-run partnership with Mayank Agarwal (41 off 23 balls). Breaking MS Dhoni’s Record Jitesh Sharma’s unbeaten 85 set a new IPL record for the highest score by a No. 6 or lower-order batsman in a successful run...

In a case of cyber deceit, more than 200 investors from Karnataka have been duped in an online fraud investment racket conducted through a spurious mobile app titled Trump Hotel Rental. The racket, which ran for almost six months, has caused total losses of Rs 2 crore. The Duplicitous Scheme The scam app mimicked videos and images of ex-US President Donald Trump generated through AI to make it seem real, tricking innocent investors with assurances of astronomical returns and working from anywhere. The app showed a dashboard with what appeared to be increasing earnings from every task done, including ad clicking and providing personal information. These profits shown on the dashboard were all fictional. The victims were initially permitted to withdraw small amounts, i.e., Rs 300, to gain the confidence of investors. Pleased with such initial payouts, several investors went on to deposit larger sums, thinking they were making a lucrative investment. A few even invested more than Rs 10 la...

India is seeing a new wave of COVID-19 infections, with active cases breaching the 1,000 mark. According to the latest figures from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Kerala, Maharashtra, and Delhi are the most affected areas, playing a major role in the increasing numbers. Current Situation Since May 26, India has 1,009 active COVID-19 cases, with 752 new cases reported within the last week. The top spot is held by Kerala with 430 active cases, followed by Maharashtra (209), Delhi (104), Gujarat (83), and Karnataka (47). The spike has led the health authorities to enhance surveillance and readiness, with hospitals stocked with beds, oxygen tanks, and basic drugs. Government Response The Union Health Ministry has put out advisories asking citizens to be vigilant. Hospitals have been instructed to send Influenza-like Illness (ILI) and Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI) cases on a daily basis to the Integrated Health Information Platform (IHIP). Vaccination campaigns are als...

A severe thunderstorm raged through Delhi during the night, causing havoc to the city and disrupting air travel quite badly. The storm, with heavy showers and gusts of wind up to 82 kmph, caused 49 flights to be diverted and several other delays at Indira Gandhi International Airport. Flight Disruptions at IGI Airport 11:30 PM to 4:00 AM was the time when operations of flights were disrupted as airlines tried to fly through the unfavorable weather conditions. IndiGo Airlines had confirmed "temporary disruptions in flight operations" in an X post at 3:59 AM, reporting that airside congestion was subsiding. Flights resumed by 5:54 AM, though delays continued. As per Flightradar24.com, a number of flights continued to be delayed or canceled, with the average departure delay being more than 30 minutes. The storm impacted domestic as well as international flights, which made airlines divert planes to other airports. Severe Waterlogging and Traffic Chaos The storm not only disturbe...

Introduction Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in presiding over the 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog, laid stress on Centre-state collaboration in the attainment of national development objectives. He compared the effort with a well-executed cricket team, remarking that if the Centre and states are coordinated like Team India, no target is unattainable. Vision for Viksit Bharat 2047 The subject of discussion during the meeting, Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat@2047, was to develop India into a developed country by the year 2047. PM Modi reemphasized that all states have to be a part of this vision by driving holistic development at all levels—states, cities, municipalities, and villages. States were urged to hasten their growth plans, reiterating a collective push would result in a rich India much earlier than anticipated. Key Takeaways of the Meeting Tourism Development – PM Modi urged states to create one tourist destination of international standards, focusing on the One Sta...

Air travel is always the most secure means of transport, yet nature sometimes reminds us of its capricious rage. On 21 May 2025, passengers on IndiGo Flight 6E2142 from Delhi to Srinagar had a nightmare experience when their flight got trapped in a violent hailstorm that generated extreme turbulence and created panic among flyers. The Unexpected Chaos The plane, with more than 220 passengers on board, including a group of Trinamool Congress MPs, faced severe turbulence off Pathankot because of a sudden hailstorm. Confronted by worsening weather conditions, the pilots first requested clearance to change course, but were refused by Indian Air Force Northern Control and Lahore ATC. With no option left, they had to fly through the storm manually, as the autopilot system was shut down because of the turbulence. Passengers in Panic While the plane violently shook, passengers were catapulted into a state of panic and distress. Screams, prayers, and luggage spilling out of overhead bins were r...

Director Ram Gopal Varma has again landed himself in trouble after leaving a derogatory comment on actress Kiara Advani. His remark, which he shared on X (formerly Twitter), drew widespread criticism for being sexist and objectifying, and netizens responded with a huge backlash. The Incident The furor broke out after the teaser of War 2 was launched with Kiara Advani appearing in a bikini, half-clad scene. Although people appreciated her in the movie, Ram Gopal Varma went on social media and made a remark that people called misogynistic and out of place. His comment was that the true "war" in the movie would be of Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR fighting over Kiara, not what the movie really was about. The post became viral in no time, and users reacted with their revulsion and outrage. Several people condemned Varma for objectifying women and branded his statement as cheap and disgusting. After the furore, the director removed the post, but its screenshots kept appearing online. P...

Bengaluru, the technological hub of India, is again facing the disastrous aftereffects of the pre-monsoon rains. The heavy showers in the recent past have caused intense waterlogging, traffic congestion, and tragic casualties, reflecting the city's perennial battle with urban flooding and weak drainage infrastructure. Torrential Rains Bring the City to a Standstill The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has declared a yellow alert for Bengaluru, forecasting ongoing heavy showers. Bengaluru has already received 103mm of rain in the past 24 hours, causing water-logged roads and flooded underpasses. Traffic was nightmarish for commuters, with key junctions like Silk Board witnessing 10 km-long queues. Social networks have been filled with videos of water knee-deep on arterial roads as people are left frustrated and stranded. The Outer Ring Road, a major corridor for IT professionals, was one of the worst affected areas, with waterlogging noted at several choke points. Infrastructur...

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has once again stirred political debate by questioning External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s silence regarding Operation Sindoor, India’s recent military action against terror infrastructure in Pakistan. His remarks have sparked a heated exchange between the opposition and the ruling BJP, with both sides presenting contrasting narratives on the issue. Rahul Gandhi’s Allegations Rahul Gandhi went on social media and called for explanations from Jaishankar, questioning, "How many Indian planes did we lose because Pakistan knew?" He accused the government of betraying national security by apparently having tipped off Pakistan beforehand about the strikes. Gandhi called this "a crime" instead of a blunder, claiming that the country has the right to know. His complaint is based on a comment by Jaishankar, in which the minister apparently confirmed that India had given Pakistan a message at the beginning of the operation, making it clear t...

The Supreme Court of India has come hard on Madhya Pradesh minister Vijay Shah for his controversial comments on Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, a highly respected officer of the Indian Army. The court's reaction, including directing a Special Investigation Team (SIT) inquiry, reflects the seriousness of the issue and the necessity for responsibility in public statement. The Controversial Remarks Vijay Shah, a minister in the Madhya Pradesh government, made remarks that were widely condemned as derogatory and inappropriate, particularly given Colonel Sofiya Qureshi’s role in Operation Sindoor, a military operation against Pakistan. His comments sparked outrage across the country, leading to legal scrutiny and widespread criticism. Supreme Court’s Response The Supreme Court minced no words in its condemnation of Shah's comments. A bench headed by Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh voiced severe concern over the comments of the minister, terming them as an embarrassment to the whol...

The social media world was rocked when Mexican influencer Valeria Marquez was shot dead in a TikTok live stream while working at her beauty salon in Zapopan, Jalisco. The 23-year-old, who created content on beauty and lifestyle, had about 200,000 followers on Instagram and TikTok. Her brutal and untimely death has caused outrage around the world and stoked fears of violence against women in Mexico. The Incident Unfolds Live During the day of the attack, Marquez was live streaming at her salon, Blossom the Beauty Lounge. She was holding a stuffed animal while talking to someone off-camera. Just before the shooting started, she nervously exclaimed, "They're coming," before silencing the audio on the livestream. Seconds after, a man stormed into the salon and shot her several times, one of them being once in the chest and twice in the head. The livestream ended unexpectedly when someone else took hold of her phone. Possible Motives and Investigation The authorities are exami...

Former US President Donald Trump is again in the news after claiming that he intervened to avert a nuclear war between India and Pakistan, which he says were on the verge of going to war. In a recent interview, Trump said he employed trade as a diplomatic lever to pull both countries back from the precipice of war. The Alleged Crisis It was Trump's opinion that the situation between India and Pakistan had become perilous after the Pahalgam terrorist attack and India's Operation Sindoor. The military exchange involved missile battles and drone attacks, raising tensions to a level where, according to Trump, "the next phase was probably nuclear." Trump used the term "nuclear war" as "the N-word," highlighting the gravity of the situation. Trump's Role in De-escalation Trump asserted his intervention was a "bigger success than I'll ever be given credit for" and that he employed trade talks as leverage to urge both countries to back aw...

In today’s hyper-connected world, social media has become both a blessing and a curse for celebrities. While it offers them a platform to engage with fans, it also subjects them to relentless scrutiny, often amplifying trivial incidents into full-blown controversies. Recent events—Virat Kohli’s accidental Instagram ‘like’ on Avneet Kaur’s picture and Babil Khan’s emotional video—highlight how instant social media reactions can deeply impact a celebrity’s mental well-being. Virat Kohli’s Accidental ‘Like’—A Storm in a Teacup Virat Kohli, one of India’s most celebrated cricketers, found himself at the center of an unexpected controversy when fans noticed that he had ‘liked’ a picture of actress Avneet Kaur on Instagram. The internet erupted with speculation, memes, and unnecessary assumptions, forcing Kohli to issue a clarification stating that the interaction was unintentional and likely a result of an algorithmic glitch. This event highlights the scrutiny celebrities endure where even ...

In recent days, social media and media outlets have been filled with rumors of a potential radiation leak at Pakistan's Kirana Hills, a location said to be home to nuclear installations. The reports gained ground after Indian Air Force (IAF) operations in the course of Operation Sindoor, and were met with widespread fears of a possible nuclear accident. Despite this, expert sources such as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have denied outright any such radiation leak, terming the reports unfounded2. The Origins of the Buzz The rumor-mongering started after there were reports that Indian missiles had hit Kirana Hills, purportedly leading to a radioactive leak. Foreign analysts even cited flight path data indicating a U.S. Department of Energy plane—normally used in nuclear crises—flying in the vicinity of Pakistan. Rumors also emerged that an Egyptian air force plane with boron, a substance to absorb radioactive discharges, had landed in Pakistan. All these rumors raised...

The 78th Cannes Film Festival, the most revered of all cinema events, opened on May 13, 2025, and will last until May 24, 2025. The festival is held every year in Cannes, France, but remains a guiding light for movie-makers, artists, and cinema lovers across the globe, screening the finest international films. A Star-Studded Affair This year's festival is filled with thrilling moments, ranging from the awarding of the Honorary Palme d'Or to Robert De Niro to Indian director Payal Kapadia being included in the jury panel. Global icons walk the red carpet, including Kim Go Eun and Han So Hee, who are present as brand ambassadors. Festival Highlights Notable Films & Screenings The Official Selection boasts a strong lineup of films vying for the prestigious Palme d'Or award. The festival kicked off with the French comedy "Leave One Day" by Amélie Bonnin. Some of the much-awaited films include Wes Anderson's "The Phoenician Scheme", Ari Aster's ...

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a forceful speech at Adampur Airbase, upholding India's unflinching dedication to national security and paying tribute to the Indian Armed Forces. The speech followed Operation Sindoor, a conclusive military operation that proved India's strategic acumen. A Salute to the Courageous Air Warriors PM Modi started his address by showing immense gratitude to the Indian Air Force (IAF) men, appreciating their valour and commitment. He underlined that the cry "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" is not a slogan but a promise given by every soldier to safeguard the country. Operation Sindoor: A Defining Moment Speaking of Operation Sindoor, Modi emphasized its international reach, noting that the reverberations of India's military victory were felt across the world. He attributed the IAF's precision attacks for disabling dangers and reasserted India's position against terrorism. India's Dual Identity: A Land of Peace and Strength Modi ap...