21, May 2026
‘Melodi’ Moment Goes Viral: PM Narendra Modi’s Sweet ‘Melody’ Gift to Giorgia Meloni Sparks Buzz Online
Rome, May 21 (BNP): A light-hearted diplomatic gesture between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni turned into a viral internet sensation during Modi’s visit to Rome, after the Indian leader gifted a packet of the popular Indian ‘Melody’ toffee to his Italian counterpart, reviving the much-loved “Melodi” trend online.
The playful moment unfolded during high-level engagements in Rome, where Meloni later shared a video on social media thanking Modi for the gift. In the clip, the Italian Prime Minister described the confectionery as a “very, very good toffee,” while Modi smilingly revealed its name — “Melody” — triggering laughter and a fresh wave of online reactions celebrating the duo’s camaraderie.
The term “Melodi,” a blend of Modi and Meloni, has become a popular internet nickname symbolising the friendly rapport between the two leaders. Over the past year, informal exchanges, selfies and candid moments at multilateral summits have frequently gone viral, drawing millions of views and widespread social media engagement. A selfie video shared by Meloni during the G7 Summit in 2025, captioned “Hello from the Melodi team,” had earlier amplified the trend globally.
Beyond the viral moment, the visit also underscored growing strategic ties between India and Italy. The two leaders held discussions on expanding bilateral cooperation across trade, infrastructure, defence, clean technology and economic connectivity, including collaboration under the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC). Both nations have expressed ambitions to deepen economic engagement and further strengthen their strategic partnership in the coming years.
During his visit, Modi also met Italian artist Giampaolo Tomassetti, who presented him with a painting of Varanasi, reflecting his long-standing artistic engagement with Indian culture and civilisational heritage.
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- By Neel Achary
21, May 2026
‘Looteri Dulhan’ on Hungama OTT Promises an Intense Clash Between Crime and Justice
May 21 : Hungama OTT, one of India’s digital entertainment platforms, launched its latest original series Looteri Dulhan on 19th May 2026, a sharp and riveting crime drama set against the heartland of Madhya Pradesh. Starring Pooja A Gor and Sanvika in powerful lead roles, alongside Manmohan Tiwari, the series weaves together a high-stakes investigation with a deeply compelling portrait of two women navigating a world that was never quite built for them.
Looteri Dulhan follows a bizarre crime wave hitting Madhya Pradesh, grooms being looted by a bride who disappears overnight. While others dismiss it, Sub Inspector Sandhya Yadav spots a pattern and begins chasing the unseen mastermind. Sharp, disciplined, and shaped by years of judgment, Sandhya is determined to prove herself, even as societal pressure around marriage lingers. Her investigation leads her to Maya, a brilliant con artist who turned survival into strategy, running a network that preys on men while staying one step ahead of the law. As Sandhya closes in, the case turns personal, triggering insecurities, obsessions, and a deeper understanding of the woman she is chasing. What unfolds is a tense cat-and-mouse pursuit between two women defying a patriarchal world, one upholding the law, the other rewriting it, both fighting to live life on their own terms. Will Sandhya catch Maya, or will Maya outplay the system and finally claim her freedom?
Talking about her character, Pooja A Gor shares,
“Sandhya is someone I deeply admire. She is not just a police officer doing her job, she is a woman constantly having to prove that she deserves to be in the room. What I found most compelling about her is that she carries two battles simultaneously, one on the outside where she is chasing a criminal, and one on the inside where she is struggling emotionally. That duality is what made this role so exciting for me. And the fact that her biggest adversary turns out to be a woman just as fierce and driven as herself, that dynamic is something audiences have rarely seen.”
Sharing her experience of stepping into Maya’s shoes, Sanvika says,
“When I first read the script, I knew Maya was going to be a challenge, and that is exactly why I said yes. She is someone who has built an entire world on her own terms, and there is a strange brilliance to the way her mind works. What really stayed with me while preparing was how close to reality this felt. These stories exist, people talk about them, and yet the woman at the centre of them is rarely ever truly understood. I wanted to bring that complexity to Maya, not just the cunning, but the why behind it. I think audiences are going to be surprised by how much they feel for her, even as she stays one step ahead of everyone.”
Manmohan Tiwari adds,
“What drew me to Looteri Dulhan was how layered and unexpected the story is. On the surface it looks like a crime drama, but at its core it is really about people, their choices, their compulsions, and the circumstances that push them to the edge. My character exists at a very interesting intersection of this world, and navigating that was a challenge I thoroughly enjoyed. What I will say is that this show will surprise you.”
21, May 2026
JFrog Report Exposes India’s Software Supply Chain Crisis in new report
Bangalore, May 21 : JFrog Ltd. , the Liquid Software company and creators of the JFrog Software Supply Chain Platform, the system of record for trusted software artifacts, binaries, and AI assets, today released its 2026 Software Supply Chain Security State of the Union, a global study examining how organizations are building, securing, and managing software in an increasingly AI-driven economy. The findings reveal that Indian organisations are among the most AI-active in the world, but critical gaps in malicious package detection, container security, and secrets scanning leave them exposed as attackers weaponise AI models, compromise developer tooling through stolen maintainer credentials, and infiltrate open-source ecosystems at unprecedented scale.
Last year was the most dangerous on record for software developers globally, wherein malicious npm packages surged 451% year-over-year to more than 171,000 unique instances. npm overtook Maven as the most-used enterprise ecosystem for the first time, and a wave of npm supply chain attacks, including the self-replicating “Shai-Hulud” worm. For India, where defensive tooling lags significantly, that exposure is especially acute.
“AI is accelerating how software is built, but it is also expanding the potential attack surface and increasing vulnerabilities,” said Sudhir Narla, General Manager for JFrog India, and VP of Customer Success. “We’re seeing a shift from isolated vulnerabilities to systemic risk across the entire software supply chain. Indian organisations will need to move beyond traditional security approaches and rethink how they establish trust in increasingly AI powered, automated environments.”
Key Findings from the Report:
● India Has the World’s Largest Software Security Blind Spots: 65% of Indian organisations lack malicious package detection and 71% don’t use container security. With a 451% surge in malicious packages for npm – the largest enterprise ecosystem – this lack of adequate tooling puts India’s enterprise infrastructure at risk.
● DevSecOps Teams Are Drowning in AI Validation: Indian teams now spend 51% of their time reviewing and hardening AI-generated code, a responsibility that didn’t exist two years ago. AI hasn’t reduced work; it has shifted the burden from writing code to validating it, while security tooling lags.
● Engineers Don’t Trust the Code AI Writes: 53% of Indian engineers treat AI generated code only as a starting point, reviewing everything before use, while a further 11% rewrite the fix entirely from scratch. The skepticism on the ground stands in sharp contrast to leadership confidence.
● A Dangerous Confidence Gap Between Leadership and the Front Line: 97% of organisations claim certified AI model governance, yet 59% of IT leaders report full provenance visibility, but 48% still need a week or more to produce audit-ready proof.
● Shadow AI Remains Largely Unchecked: India leads surveyed regions on automated Shadow AI detection at 60%, but that still means 40% of Indian organisations have no automated way to catch unsanctioned AI tools operating inside their developer environments.
● The Attack Surface Has Fundamentally Changed: 58% of all new software packages in the last year came from Hugging Face, totaling 1.4 million new artifacts and making model registries the largest single input to the software supply chain. At the same time, these unvetted AI models can carry live payloads, increasing organizations’ risk of a live attack.
To explore the full findings of this year’s report and learn how your organization can close the AI governance gap, download the JFrog 2026 Software Supply Chain Security State of the Union. You can also check out our blog or register to join JFrog Security and developer experts for an upcoming webinar detailing the challenges, threats, and necessary actions for securing your software supply chain in the AI era.
21, May 2026
Bobby Deol Turns Emotional Remembering Father Dharmendra on Shekhar Tonite
May 21 : The return of Shekhar Suman to the world of long-form conversations has already struck an emotional chord with audiences. After a phenomenal premiere episode featuring Nitin Gadkari, Shekhar Tonite continues its heartfelt journey with an episode that is deeply personal, emotional, and unforgettable.
The second episode welcomes Bobby Deol — an actor audiences have celebrated not just for his remarkable comeback after Animal, but also for the quiet sincerity he carries within him. While fans have admired his powerful screen presence over the years, this episode reveals a far more vulnerable side of the actor as he speaks about the irreplaceable void left behind by his father, the legendary Dharmendra.
In one of the most moving moments of the episode, Bobby Deol opens his heart while remembering his father and says,
“…mere liye mere papa ek aise insaan the jinhe puri duniya itna pyaar karti thi. Uska ehsaas rehta tha lekin jab woh chale gaye, itna dukh, itna pain jo humein hi nahi, meri family ko hi nahi, balki puri duniya ko hua. Jahan main jata hu, sab ko itna hua… that’s what papa was. Papa was special. Unke jaisa koi ban bhi nahi sakta, koi aa bhi nahi sakta.”
The emotion in the room deepens further when Shekhar Suman gently asks him about the one thing he will always remember about Dharam ji. Struggling to hold back his emotions, Bobby replies, “Aisi ek cheez toh ho hi nahi sakti na ki insaan me ho. Unki har ek cheez itni pyaari thi. Unka gussa bhi pyaar tha.”
Amid the emotional honesty, the episode also carries moments of warmth and simplicity that make it even more special. When Shekhar Suman jokingly asks whether he has come to the show as Vijay Singh Deol, Bobby Deol, Baba Deol, or the internet’s beloved “Lord Bobby,” the actor responds with a line that beautifully captures his identity beyond fame and stardom: “Main Dharmendra ka beta hoon.”
Created by Adhyayan Suman and produced by Dharmesh Sangani, Shekhar Tonite is emerging as more than just a celebrity talk show. It is becoming a space where stories feel personal, memories feel lived, and conversations leave an emotional impact long after the episode ends.
After an overwhelming response to its premiere, Shekhar Tonite continues every Friday at 6 PM on YouTube. The much-awaited second episode featuring Bobby Deol streams on 22nd May 2026.
21, May 2026
C. Joseph Vijay Expands Cabinet; 23 Ministers Take Oath as Congress Joins Government
Tamil Nadu,May 21 (BNP): In a major political development, C. Joseph Vijay on Thursday expanded the Tamil Nadu Cabinet with 23 ministers taking oath, marking a significant restructuring of the newly formed government and the entry of the Congress into the ruling administration after nearly six decades.
The swearing-in ceremony, held in Chennai, saw 21 legislators from the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) and two Congress MLAs inducted into the Council of Ministers, strengthening the Vijay-led coalition government. The expansion is aimed at broadening governance representation and enhancing administrative coordination across departments.
The induction of Congress ministers marks a historic political moment, with the party returning to the Tamil Nadu Cabinet after a gap of nearly 59 years. Congress legislators Rajesh Kumar and P. Vishwanathan were among those sworn in, reflecting the growing role of alliance partners in the state government.
The cabinet expansion comes days after Vijay assumed office as Chief Minister and allocated portfolios to an initial set of ministers. Political observers view the move as an effort to strengthen governance, improve coalition coordination and ensure wider regional and social representation within the administration
21, May 2026
India’s Rising Ransomware Threat: AI-Powered Attacks and Stronger Cybercrime Groups
May 21 : India’s cyber threat landscape is entering a more aggressive and operationally mature phase, with ransomware attacks becoming faster, AI-assisted, and increasingly access-driven. According to Check Point’s India Threat Intelligence findings, organizations in India faced an average of 3,300 cyber-attacks per week over the last six months, significantly higher than the global average of 2,064 attacks per organization.
The latest threat intelligence data also shows that 92% of malicious files delivered in India came through web-based channels in the last month, while Information Disclosure vulnerabilities impacted nearly 74% of organizations. This signals a shift in attacker behavior, where threat actors are increasingly exploiting exposed infrastructure, compromised credentials, cloud access paths, and user-driven attack vectors rather than relying only on traditional phishing campaigns.
Against this backdrop, the global ransomware ecosystem is also undergoing a structural transformation. According to the State of Ransomware Q1 2026 report from Check Point Research, overall attack volume stayed near historic highs. At the same time, the structure of the ransomware ecosystem changed materially. After two years of increasing fragmentation, activity is consolidating around a smaller number of dominant groups. For organizations, this shift reduces the number of active actors but increases the potential impact of individual incidents.
For Indian organizations, this evolution carries significant implications. The convergence of high attack volumes in India, AI-enabled cyber operations, rising exploitation activity, and concentrated ransomware ecosystems means that fewer groups are now capable of causing larger-scale operational disruption across sectors such as education, government, manufacturing, financial services, and critical infrastructure.
Key Findings from the State of Ransomware Q1 2026:
- 2,122 organizations were listed on ransomware data leak sites in Q1 2026, making it the second-highest Q1 on record.
- The top 10 ransomware groups accounted for 71% of all victims, reversing the fragmented landscape seen throughout much of 2025.
- Qilin remained the most active ransomware operation for the third consecutive quarter, posting 338 victims.
- The Gentlemen emerged as the breakout group, increasing activity from 40 victims in Q4 2025 to 166 in Q1 2026.
- LockBit confirmed its comeback, posting 163 victims and re-entering the global top tier.
Taken together, these figures show that ransomware volume has stabilized at a high baseline, while operational power is concentrating in fewer, more capable hands.
High Volume Is the New Normal
Check Point Research tracked more than 70 active ransomware data leak sites during Q1 2026. These sites recorded:
- More than 700 victims per month on average
- Minimal fluctuation between January, February, and March
At first glance, year-over-year (YoY) numbers suggest a modest decline compared to Q1 2025. However, that comparison is misleading. Last year’s figures were inflated by a single mass-exploitation campaign. When that anomaly is removed, ransomware activity actually increased YoY.
The takeaway for business leaders is straightforward. Ransomware is no longer driven by short-term spikes alone. Instead, activity has settled into a persistently high operating level with consistent growth, creating a risk environment organizations must plan for.
From Fragmentation to Consolidation
The most important change this quarter is not how many attacks occurred, but who carried them out.
- In Q3 2025, ransomware activity was spread across a record number of groups
- By Q1 2026, the number of active groups had declined
- At the same time, the share of victims claimed by top operators surged past 70%
This pattern is familiar. Law enforcement pressure, infrastructure disruption, and the competitive landscape tend to scatter smaller players. Stronger groups survive, absorb displaced affiliates, and grow. In Q1 2026, groups such as Qilin, Akira, The Gentlemen, and LockBit together accounted for 41% of all victims, with the top 10 ransomware groups accounting for 71% of all victims.
For defenders, consolidation raises the stakes. Larger ransomware operations tend to be:
- More organized
- More operationally consistent
- More resilient to disruption
The Breakout Story: The Gentlemen
One of the most notable increases in activity during Q1 2026 was attributed to The Gentlemen, a ransomware group that reached third place globally within a few months of initial activity.
Their growth was fueled by pre-positioned access at scale. Rather than relying on slow, opportunistic exploitation, the group operated with a large inventory of compromised network entry points, allowing it to launch attacks immediately and in volume.
Their targeting pattern also stands out:
- Only 13% of publicly extorted victims were based in the United States, compared to an ecosystem average of 49.6%
- Activity clustered in APAC and Latin America, mirroring the geographic distribution of compromised access points instead of a shift in the broader threat landscape
This disparity does not indicate deliberate avoidance of US targets, but rather reflects where the group already had established access. Increasingly in some cases, attackers go where access is available, not necessarily where victims are most lucrative.
LockBit’s Return, With a Strategic Shift
LockBit’s reappearance in Q1 2026 confirms that the group has recovered operationally after significant law enforcement disruption in 2024.
While overall activity more than doubled compared to the previous quarter, the most notable change was geographic. Historically focused on the United States, LockBit’s recent victims were spread more evenly across Europe, Latin America, and other regions.
The shift suggests a deliberate effort to reduce exposure to aggressive enforcement jurisdictions while maintaining scale. For global organizations, this reinforces a critical point. Geographic diversification by attackers expands risk, it does not reduce it.
Geographic and Industry distribution: How Access Shapes Impact
Ransomware activity in Q1 2026 shows that both industry and geographic impact are also shaped in some cases, by where attackers already have access.
Industries with high downtime sensitivity and complex environments continued to experience frequent attacks, including:
- Manufacturing
- Business services
- Healthcare
- Industrial sectors
In many cases, victims appeared in sectors where exploitable infrastructure, exposed VPNs, or pre‑positioned access already existed, rather than where attackers expressed a clear industry preference.
The same access‑driven pattern was visible geographically:
- The United States accounted for nearly half of all reported victims (49.6%), consistent with its large enterprise footprint, with Western developed economies making up the clear majority of targets.
- Thailand accounted for 10.8% of victims tied to a single dominant ransomware group (The Gentlemen), pushing it into the top‑targeted countries for the first time,
- Play concentrated 85.1% of its activity on US‑based organizations, demonstrating how individual groups can heavily focus on a certain country
Taken together, these trends show that ransomware risk is less about sector or location in isolation, and more about the underlying exposure created by deployed technology, connectivity, and available access paths.
What This Means for Organizations
Ransomware in 2026 is defined by concentration, not volume. Fewer groups now drive the majority of attacks, and these operators are more capable, better resourced, and harder to disrupt.
For organizations, this changes the risk equation:
- Fewer incidents may occur, but each carries greater potential impact
- Attacks are more repeatable and access‑driven
- Prevention and containment matter more than reaction alone
In practical terms, defense means:
Stopping Ransomware at the Network and Cloud Access Layer
Ransomware and extortion attacks often enter through exposed infrastructure, cloud services, or remote access paths. This is addressed through Hybrid Mesh Network Security, by applying consistent, AI‑driven threat prevention across networks, clouds, data centers, and remote users.
Capabilities such as network firewalls, SASE Internet Access, and CASB block malicious downloads, phishing, exploits, and ransomware before they reach devices. If an infection occurs, Zero Trust controls in SASE Private Access limits ransomware impact by restricting attackers to only the data a compromised user can access.
Reducing Ransomware Exposure Before Exploitation
As ransomware attacks become faster and more targeted, reducing exposure before exploitation is critical. This is the focus of the Exposure Management pillar, which helps organizations identify which assets, vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and access paths attackers can realistically exploit.
By correlating live ransomware intelligence with internal exposure and validating safe remediation paths, security teams can close the most likely attack vectors early and reduce the likelihood of business disruption.
Protecting Users as a Primary Entry Point
Many ransomware attacks still begin with user interaction, such as phishing emails, malicious links, or compromised credentials. Workspace Security addresses this risk by protecting users across email, browsers, SaaS applications, and endpoints.
Using AI‑driven detection and global threat intelligence, Workspace Security blocks delivery vectors, prevents credential abuse, and disrupts command‑and‑control activity, helping organizations contain ransomware before it spreads or encrypts critical systems.
21, May 2026
From Kothis to Communities: Changing Housing Preferences in Punjab
May 21 : In Punjab, the idea of home has long carried an emotion far deeper than ownership. For generations, the kothi stood as a symbol of stability, family pride, and personal achievement — a space built not just with money, but with memories, legacy, and the aspiration to create something lasting for future generations. But as lifestyles evolve, so do housing expectations. Younger homebuyers today are leading far more professionally driven lives, often within smaller nuclear family setups where convenience, security, and ease of living matter as much as space itself. With busier routines and changing urban priorities, many buyers are gradually moving towards gated communities and integrated developments that offer managed infrastructure, shared amenities, and a stronger sense of everyday convenience alongside modern community living.
What is driving this shift, however, goes beyond changing architecture; it reflects changing priorities. For today’s homebuyers, especially younger families, security has become just as important as space. Gated access, surveillance systems, child-friendly surroundings, and safer environments for senior citizens are increasingly influencing buying decisions, as people now value peace of mind alongside ownership.
At the same time, the idea of lifestyle has become far more community-oriented. Clubhouses, fitness centres, green spaces, walking tracks, and shared recreational zones are no longer seen as add-ons, but as part of everyday living. Buyers want the comfort of privacy while still being part of a connected social ecosystem.
Alongside this, the limitations of many traditional plotted colonies, from parking concerns and inconsistent maintenance to drainage and traffic management issues, have made professionally managed developments more appealing, particularly in growing urban centres like Mohali, Ludhiana, Zirakpur, and Jalandhar. Exposure to metro-city and global lifestyles has also reshaped aspirations among Punjab’s younger buyers, many of whom now seek smarter, wellness-driven living environments with organized infrastructure, professional maintenance, and integrated experiences that extend beyond the four walls of a home.
Besides, according to the Top 5 Luxury Micro-Markets in Tier-2 & Tier-3 cities set for high growth in 2026 report, Tier II markets have recorded an average capital appreciation of around 17.6%. Project land prices in these cities will rise between 25% and 100% over the next 2–4 years, driven directly by infrastructure expansion and industrial growth.
Further, as assessed by KPMG India in February 2026, infrastructure investments in Tier II and Tier III cities are expected to support sustained appreciation in real estate values as these cities transition into regional economic hubs.
Umang Jindal, CEO, Homeland Group, says,
“Punjab’s housing market is moving towards a more evolved and ecosystem-driven phase of urban development. Homebuyers today are no longer evaluating projects only on the basis of size or location; they are looking at how seamlessly a development supports everyday life. Integrated communities with organized infrastructure, green spaces, wellness amenities, and social interaction are becoming increasingly important because people now value convenience and quality of living together. This shift reflects the growing maturity of Punjab’s urban landscape and the changing expectations of a more aware and aspirational buyer base.”
Tejpreet Gill, Managing Director, Gillco Group, says,
“The meaning of home has changed significantly for modern families. Earlier, larger independent homes were often the biggest aspiration, but today people are equally focused on the environment in which their families grow and live every day. Parents want safer spaces where children can play freely, elderly family members feel secure, and neighbours interact more naturally. Shared amenities and community spaces help create a more balanced lifestyle where people experience both privacy and togetherness. In many ways, gated communities are responding to emotional as well as practical needs, because buyers today are seeking comfort, connection, and peace of mind within their living environments.”
Moreover, this transition is also closely tied to the larger evolution of Punjab’s urban landscape itself. Cities across the state are no longer expanding in the unstructured manner they once did; they are gradually moving towards more professionally planned and infrastructure-led growth. As urban centres become denser and more aspirational, developers too are shifting their focus from creating standalone residential projects to building complete living ecosystems that integrate housing with wellness, recreation, retail, green spaces, and everyday convenience.
Udit Jain, Director, ONE Group, says,
“The aspirations of Punjab’s homebuyers have evolved considerably with greater exposure to metro-city and global lifestyles. This shift is especially visible among younger buyers who value experiences and overall quality of life more strongly than previous generations. Wellness amenities, green spaces, fitness infrastructure, social interaction zones, and professionally maintained environments are becoming an important part of this segment’s expectations. Aspirational living today is being defined as much by the ecosystem around a home as the home itself.”
Piyush Kansal, Executive Director, Royale Estate, says,
“There has been a noticeable shift in buyer behaviour across Punjab over the last few years. Earlier, homeownership was largely driven by the idea of owning land or building a standalone house, but today the conversation is increasingly centred around lifestyle, convenience, and long-term livability. Buyers are becoming more practical and quality-conscious in their decision-making. Organized communities offer a level of predictability and efficiency that many traditional residential setups often struggle to provide, which is why demand for integrated developments continues to grow steadily.”
Thus, Punjab’s housing market today is being shaped by far more than the traditional aspiration of ownership alone. The gradual shift from independent kothis to integrated communities, therefore, reflects something much larger than a change in residential formats. It signals an evolving mindset among modern families, where the definition of a “good home” is no longer limited to size or individuality, but extends to everyday livability, social connection, wellness, and long-term quality of life.
21, May 2026
Donald Trump Faces Senate Setback as Bipartisan War Powers Resolution on Iran Advances
May 21 (BNP): In a significant political and legislative setback for U.S. President Donald Trump, the U.S. Senate has advanced a bipartisan War Powers Resolution aimed at limiting presidential authority to engage in military action against Iran without formal approval from Congress. The procedural measure passed by a narrow 50-47 margin, signalling growing bipartisan concern over unchecked military escalation in the Middle East.
The resolution seeks to require congressional authorisation for continued military strikes involving Iran, reinforcing lawmakers’ constitutional role in decisions related to war. Supporters argued that any prolonged military engagement must receive legislative approval rather than relying solely on executive authority.
In a notable break from party lines, Republican senators including Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul and Bill Cassidy joined Democrats in supporting the motion, while John Fetterman emerged as the lone Democrat to vote against it.
The legislative push comes amid an intensifying debate over the legality and scope of ongoing U.S. military involvement in the Middle East. Although the administration had earlier indicated that hostilities had effectively ended following a ceasefire, lawmakers backing the resolution argue that stronger congressional oversight is necessary to prevent further undeclared military escalation.
While the Senate vote marks an important procedural breakthrough, the resolution must still clear additional legislative stages before it can become binding policy.
21, May 2026
Amar Bakery by Raju Opens 6th Outlet in Ghaziabad’s Shalimar Garden
Ghaziabad, May 21 : Expanding its presence in the NCR region, Amar Bakery by Raju has officially launched its 6th outlet in Shalimar Garden, Ghaziabad, further strengthening its commitment to serving fresh bakery products and quality food experiences to customers. The new outlet, inaugurated today through a ribbon-cutting ceremony, is now operational at Shop Number 827-A, Shalimar Garden Extension 1, Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh.
The newly opened outlet will emain operational daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, offering customers a wide variety of freshly baked products, cakes, confectionery items, snacks, and other bakery specialties.
Speaking at the inauguration, Yogender Mugrai, Director of Amar Bakery by Raju, said:
“We are delighted to launch our sixth outlet in Shalimar Garden and further strengthen our relationship with customers in Ghaziabad. At Amar Bakery by Raju, our focus has always been on delivering freshness, quality, and taste. This expansion reflects the trust our customers have shown in us, and we look forward to serving the community with the same dedication and excellence.”
21, May 2026
Turn Idle Gold into Timeless Elegance: Joyalukkas Launches its Bigges Jewellery Festival with 0 percent Deduction on Old Gold and 40 percent off wastage/making charges
New Delhi, May 21: Joyalukkas, the world’s favourite jeweller, has unveiled ‘The Biggest Jewellery Festival of the Year’ — a landmark celebration that rewards customers for giving their old, idle gold a magnificent new life. Running from 15 May to 14 June 2026 across all Joyalukkas showrooms, the festival offers two headline benefits: a flat 0% deduction* on old gold exchange from any jeweller, and a flat 40% off on Wast-age / making charges across gold, diamond, precious stone, platinum and silver jewellery.
Announcing the initiative, Dr. Joy Alukkas, Chairman and Managing Director of Joyalukkas Group, said, “Old gold holds immense value — not just for individual families, but for our nation as a whole. Every piece of idle gold that re-enters circulation strengthens India’s economy and keeps its precious resources working for its people. Through this festival, we want to give our customers a wonderful opportunity to transform that latent value into beautiful new jewellery, while enjoying exceptional savings. We invite everyone to visit their nearest Joyalukkas showroom and experience a truly rewarding jewellery journey.”
