Huawei has launched two laptops, the MateBook Fold and MateBook Pro, running on its HarmonyOS 5. This move challenges established tech giants like Microsoft and Apple. The MateBook Fold starts at $3,328, while the MateBook Pro begins at $7,999. HarmonyOS boasts over 150 applications and is installed on over a billion devices. Huawei aims to offer consumers a new choice amid U.S. tech restrictions, pushing for self-reliance in chip and OS development.

The Supreme Court ruled that law graduates must have three years of legal practice before taking judicial service exams. Chief Justice Gavai highlighted the need for courtroom experience for judicial efficiency. The decision, based on a plea by the All India Judges Association, addresses concerns raised by high courts about the competence of newly appointed judges. Reports from various high courts cited practical challenges with direct entry.

Franklin India Feeder – Templeton European Opportunities Fund will merge into the Franklin U.S. Opportunities Fund on June 30, 2025, due to European economic factors. Sale of FIF-TEOF units stops May 29, excluding existing SIPs. Investors can exit FIF-TEOF at NAV without exit load from May 29 to June 27. The surviving fund will be renamed Franklin U.S. Opportunities Equity Active Fund of Funds on May 30.

GitHub has launched an upgraded Copilot coding agent that acts as a mini-assistant for developers. It proactively understands goals and fixes bugs. Built into Copilot, it requires no extra installation. The agent excels at tasks like adding features, refactoring code, and improving documentation. Developers can instruct it to fix code or implement features. GitHub CEO emphasizes its role in amplifying human developers.

Rahul Gandhi accused the government of informing Pakistan about Operation Sindoor beforehand, calling it a "crime." The BJP strongly refuted this, labeling it a "misrepresentation of facts" and questioning the timing of Gandhi's accusation. The government also denied Gandhi's claim. This is the latest in a series of attacks by Gandhi on External Affairs Minister Jaishankar.

An attempt to derail two trains in Uttar Pradesh's Hardoi district was foiled due to alert loco pilots. Unidentified miscreants had tied wooden blocks to the track between Dalelnagar and Umartali stations. The pilot of Rajdhani Express spotted the obstruction, removed it, and informed officials. A second attempt on Kathgodam Express was also averted. Police are probing the incidents with teams from Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force.

Dr MR Srinivasan, former Chairman of Atomic Energy Commission, passed away at 95. A key architect of India's civil nuclear energy programme, his career spanned over five decades. He worked closely with Dr Homi Bhabha and oversaw the planning, construction, and commissioning of major power plants across India. Srinivasan was awarded Padma Vibhushan for his contributions to nuclear science and engineering.

The Delhi government has slashed the MLA Local Area Development (LAD) Fund from Rs 15 crore to Rs 5 crore annually. The decision, made on May 2, was implemented from the financial year 2025-26. The fund, allocated to each of Delhi's 70 legislators, totals Rs 350 crore. The previous AAP government had increased the fund to Rs 15 crore before the BJP won the assembly polls.

Staying hydrated is key, but your water bottle matters! Dr. Manan Vora's viral Instagram post ranks common bottles. Stainless steel is best: durable, toxin-free, and temperature-maintaining. Glass is good but fragile. Copper, traditional in Ayurveda, is for occasional use. Sipper bottles need diligent cleaning. Reusing plastic is a no-no due to microplastics. Choose steel or glass for health and sustainability.

Punjab Police dismantled a Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) terror module backed by Pakistan's ISI. Six operatives were arrested after an attempted grenade attack near Amritsar. The module, directed by Pakistan-based Harwinder Singh Rinda, received instructions from foreign handlers Maninder Billa and Mannu Agwan. Jatin Kumar was injured during the arrest. Police recovered a pistol. The BKI is a banned group in India.