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Today in History (May 15th,1991)
On this day, Edith Cresson of the Socialist Party made history by becoming the first female Prime Minister of France. Her appointment marked a significant milestone in French politics. However, her tenure was short-lived, lasting less than a year. She faced increasing criticism due to rising unemployment and a sharp decline in support from within her own party, ultimately leading to her resignation. Despite the challenges, her leadership remains a landmark moment in France’s political history.
Summary of Today’s News
Justice B.R. Gavai takes over as CJI for a six-month tenure.
Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai was sworn in as the 52nd Chief Justice of India on Wednesday, with President Droupadi Murmu administering the oath at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Taking the oath in Hindi, he pledged to uphold the Constitution. Serving until November 23, 2025, he is the first Buddhist CJI. Appointed to the Supreme Court in 2019 after his tenure at the Bombay High Court, he played key roles in judgments on Article 370, electoral bonds, and caste sub-classification
Indian team in UN to present evidence on Pahalgam attack.
An Indian technical team has reached New York to present evidence on the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack to the 1267 Sanctions Committee, seeking a global ban on The Resistance Front (TRF). India accuses TRF, seen as a Lashkar-e-Taiba offshoot, of the attack. The team is also meeting UNOCT, CTED, and UN partners. TRF, active since 2019, spread anti-India propaganda online. India links it to Lashkar-e-Taiba, also blamed for the 26/11 attacks and Operation Sindoor target.
Brazilian wins World Food Prize for raising yield using biological processes.
Brazilian microbiologist Mariangela Hungria has won the 2024 World Food Prize for her 40 years of work on biological alternatives to chemical fertilizers. Focusing on biological nitrogen fixation, she helped Brazilian farmers boost crop yields—especially soybeans, wheat, corn, and beans. Her eco-friendly methods improved soil quality, reducing deforestation needs. Brazil is now the top soybean producer globally. Hungria will receive $500,000 in October at an Iowa ceremony. The award, founded by Norman Borlaug, has honored 55 recipients since 1987.
Open to begin talks on French nukes in European countries, says Macron.
French President Emmanuel Macron said France is open to discussing stationing its nuclear weapons in other European countries amid growing security concerns over Russia and potential U.S. support reduction. Responding to Poland’s interest, Macron set three conditions: shared costs, no weakening of France’s own defense, and France’s full control over its weapons. Talks with European leaders, including Germany’s Chancellor Merz, are ongoing. Any European nuclear defense would complement NATO and U.S. frameworks.
