US President Donald Trump told Apple CEO Tim Cook he doesn't want iPhones made in India, sparking global headlines. However, Indian officials and Apple sources dismissed the remarks, affirming production plans remain unchanged. Apple aims to manufacture most US-bound iPhones in India starting June 2025. Indian government sources said Apple sees value in local manufacturing due to competitive advantages and a strong ecosystem. Despite Trump’s concerns about tariffs and outsourcing, analysts say shifting production entirely to the US is unrealistic. Apple continues to ramp up operations in India, exporting iPhones and accessories as part of the ‘Make in India’ initiative. (PC: India Today)

Following a ceasefire agreement on May 10, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed willingness to initiate peace talks with India. The ceasefire came after a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam killed 26 civilians, triggering India's Operation Sindoor against terror camps in Pakistan and PoK. While Sharif signaled openness to diplomacy, India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar firmly stated that talks will be limited to terrorism. “The only talks with Pakistan will be on terror,” said Jaishankar, adding that Pakistan must dismantle its terror infrastructure. India has also suspended the Indus Waters Treaty until cross-border terrorism is irreversibly stopped. (PC: HT)

After President Donald Trump told Apple CEO Tim Cook, “I don’t want you building in India,” Indian officials responded, saying Apple will realise the value of manufacturing here. “India has become a significant player in smartphone production… companies will see the benefits,” a source said. Apple has no plans to change its India investment, executives told PTI. Most iPhones for the US market will be made in India from June. AirPods are also being produced in Telangana. In 2025, iPhone exports from India reached ₹1.5 lakh crore. Experts say shifting all production to the US would be costly and complex. (PC: NDTV)

India and Pakistan have agreed to continue their pause on cross-border military actions. The decision came after the DGMOs of both nations spoke on May 10. Officials said both sides will keep building trust and reduce alert levels. This follows days of heavy fighting, drone attacks, and shelling earlier this month. The clashes began after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 6-7, hitting terror camps in Pakistan. The Indian government said 100 terrorists were killed. With tensions easing, both sides are now focused on avoiding more conflict and maintaining peace along the border. Further updates will follow as talks continue. (PC: India Today)

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the India-US trade deal must be fair to both sides. “Any trade deal has to be mutually beneficial; it has to work for both countries,” he said. He also noted, “These are complicated negotiations. Nothing is decided till everything is.” Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal will visit the US on May 17 for another round of high-level talks. He will be joined by India’s Chief Negotiator and other officials. The goal is to push forward a bilateral trade agreement and address tariff issues. India hopes to grow trade with the US to $500 billion by 2030. (PC: News18)

On May 15, 2025, the Indian government revoked the security clearance of Celebi Airport Services India Pvt. Ltd., a Turkish ground-handling firm, due to national security concerns. The move follows Turkey's vocal support for Pakistan amid recent India-Pakistan tensions, including the Pahalgam terror attack and Operation Sindoor. Celebi, which operates at nine major Indian airports including Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai, handles key operations like cargo and passenger services. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security issued the revocation, effective immediately. Airports have been instructed to arrange interim services and initiate fresh tenders for ground-handling contracts. (PC: India Today)

On May 15, 2025, Indian security forces killed three Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorists in a joint operation in Nader village, Tral area of Pulwama district, Jammu and Kashmir. The militants—identified as Asif Ahmed Sheikh, Amir Nazir Wani, and Yawar Ahmad Bhat—were all local residents. Drone surveillance confirmed their location in a shed before they were neutralized. The encounter comes just two days after three Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) operatives were killed in Shopian, signaling heightened counter-terror actions following the April 22 Pahalgam attack that left 26 security personnel dead. Operations in the region remain ongoing. (PC: PTI)

On May 15, 2025, Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) announced the immediate suspension of all Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Turkish institutions, citing national security concerns. The decision comes in the wake of Turkey's open support for Pakistan during the recent India-Pakistan conflict, including the alleged supply of military drones. JMI joins other Indian universities like JNU and MANUU in cutting academic ties with Turkey. The university stated it stands “firmly with the Nation” and emphasized that its academic and institutional priorities will remain aligned with India’s national interest and sovereignty. (PC: JMI)

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reaffirmed strong ties with Pakistan, supplying drones and military operatives during its recent conflict with India. His message of brotherhood with PM Shehbaz Sharif sparked outrage across India, where the #BoycottTurkey movement is gaining momentum. Two Turkish operatives were reportedly killed during India’s Operation Sindoor, further inflaming tensions. Despite India’s past support during Turkey’s 2023 earthquake, citizens are now cancelling trips and boycotting Turkish products. Indian institutions, including JNU and Bollywood producers, have cut ties with Turkish entities. Erdogan praised Pakistan's "sensible" policies, while avoiding direct mention of the India-Pakistan conflict. (PC: India Today)

On May 15, 2025, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar declared that any future talks with Pakistan will be solely focused on terrorism. He asserted that the bilateral relationship remains constrained by Pakistan’s continued support for cross-border militancy. Jaishankar revealed that satellite images confirmed extensive damage to terrorist infrastructure during India’s Operation Sindoor, countering Pakistan’s claims of minimal losses. The operation followed the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and targeted militant facilities in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Jaishankar reiterated India’s stance: precision strikes avoided civilian and military targets, and the country remains alert despite the current U.S.-mediated ceasefire. (PC: The CSR Universe)