Daily GK One Liners: May 5, 2025

🗞 Daily GK One Liners: May 5, 2025

Your quick summary of the day's important events across National, International, Business, Rankings & Indexes, and Important Days.

ITBP Successfully Summits Mt. Makalu (8,485 m): Part of a twin-peak expedition showcasing high-altitude readiness and environmental commitment:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
India Achieves Major ITER Milestone: Final Tokamak Central Solenoid module completed, crucial for generating 150 million °C plasma:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
Angola Joins International Solar Alliance as 123rd Member: India signs MoUs on Ayurveda, culture, and agriculture; extends $200M Line of Credit:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.

Australian PM Anthony Albanese Re-elected: Secures second term, first back-to-back win for an Aussie leader in 20+ years:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}:contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.

Goldsikka Launches India’s First AI-Powered Gold-Melting ATM: Offers buy/sell/melt/exchange with AR previews, Aadhaar verification & real-time valuation:contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}:contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}.

IIM Bangalore Tops Indian B-Schools in QS EMBA Rankings 2025: Ranks 50 globally, down from 41 last year, among 233 programs:contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}:contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}.
S&P Cuts India’s FY26 GDP Forecast to 6.3%: Down from 6.5%, citing tariff tensions; FY27 revised up to 6.5%:contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}:contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}.

World Laughter Day 2025 – May 5: Celebrates Dr. Madan Kataria’s Laughter Yoga movement promoting happiness & health:contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}:contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}.

📚 Daily Current Affairs May 5, 2025 – Dive deeper into today’s updates.

Launched by Hyderabad-based Goldsikka Pvt. Ltd.: AI-powered ATM offers seamless gold transactions:contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}:contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}.
Multi-Functional Capabilities:
- ✅ Buy/Sell Gold in various denominations
- ✅ AI-enabled gold melting and purity testing
- ✅ Live pricing with instant valuation
- ✅ 30-minute direct bank credit
- ✅ AR jewellery preview for virtual try-ons
- ✅ Aadhaar-based verification with AI security
Target Footprint: Over 200 ATMs planned across India and global markets:contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}:contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}.

Fintech Meets Jewellery: Discover how tech is reshaping gold trade accessibility and transparency.
Security & Speed: Learn about zero-human AI-based systems ensuring safe transactions.
Democratizing Gold Monetization: Explore how rural and urban areas gain cashless access to gold liquidity.

Buffett Steps Down After 60-Year Legacy: Officially retiring as CEO by Dec 31, 2025, remains as Board Chairman:contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}:contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}.
Greg Abel Appointed New CEO:
- ✅ Vice Chair for Non-Insurance Ops
- ✅ Known for running BNSF Railway & Berkshire Hathaway Energy
- ✅ Takes over January 1, 2026
Historic Milestones:
- ✔️ $1.2 trillion conglomerate transformation
- ✔️ $347.7B in cash reserves
- ✔️ Holdings in Apple, AmEx, Coca-Cola, BoA
Market Reaction: Stock rose 1.7% intraday; 19% YTD growth:contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}:contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}.