Late on Saturday night, an urgent warning was released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) for the Delhi-NCR territory. The alert, classified as red, hinted at the likelihood of severe rainfalls accompanied by persistence of thunderstorms. This raises critical concerns for the region’s population, reminding them to prepare for these harsh weather conditions.
Three instances of COVID-19 have happened in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The infections were reported in two separate districts: one in Vishakapatnam and two in Kadapa. The health status of all three infected individuals is currently stable, which brings a slight relief amidst the outbreak.
During a press briefing, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged all states to eliminate potential barriers that may deter investors. His call to action aims at fuelling the Indian economic growth and making the country a more attractive ground for investors both domestically and globally.
With the capital, Delhi, as his destination, Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to join a critical meeting of Chief Ministers and Deputy Chief Ministers on the 25th of May. The gathering will be a platform for discussing and planning the future strategic actions across the states.
As part of a global mission named Operation Sindoor, seven multi-party delegations toured various countries. Among the notable interactions made during their foreign visits, one delegation got an opportunity to tour the internationally acclaimed BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi. This visit happened during their UAE tour, and the renowned temple left quite an impression.
On Saturday, the city of Noida recorded its first confirmed case of COVID-19 when a woman, age 55, tested positive. This news sets a significant landmark as the virus continues to take its toll across the country.
Aspiration has been expressed to strive towards one unified goal: transforming Bharat into ‘Viksit Bharat’ by the year 2047. This ambitious plan does not only involve uplifting the country as a whole, but equally focuses on the development of the individual states, cities, Nagar Palikas, and villages.
The goal of Viksit Bharat includes within its fold the humongous task of meeting the hopes and dreams of a population exceeding 140 Crore. The objective of such a large-scale initiative emphasizes collective effort and relies on bringing together a dynamic team to make it happen.
One of the core tenets of this mission is to foster equal opportunity through the inclusion of women in our workforce. The aim is to draft policies and regulations that not only respect their right to work but also ensure their smooth integration into different spheres of employment.
Recently, a major arrest was conducted by the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist Squad – Sahdev Singh Gohil. The individual was apprehended on the charge of transmitting crucial and private data regarding the BSF and Indian Navy to the neighboring country, Pakistan.
Border Security Force (BSF) personnel thwarted an intrusion attempt made by a Pakistani intruder in Gujarat’s Banaskantha district during the night of May 23. The vigilant action of the BSF troops prevented any possible breach of national security.
In weather updates, the Southwest Monsoon graced the state of Kerala on the 24th of May, 2025, much ahead of its usual schedule. Expected normally around 1st June, this year the monsoon arrived eight days earlier, signaling a shift in the seasonal calendar.
An important meeting of the NITI Aayog is to be chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This event, taking place on Saturday, will be held at the Bharat Mandapam in the country’s capital. This should be an awaited platform for discussions to shape India’s policy-making.
In another incident in Delhi, a factory located in Sector 2, DSIDC Bawana was the unfortunate scene of a fire outbreak. Prompt response witnessed the arrival of 17 fire tenders at the scene to combat the situation.
The situation at the site of the fire accident escalated due to subsequent explosions, which further led to the collapse of the factory building. Thankfully, no casualties or injuries have been reported from the upsetting scene.
Despite the reported incidents, it is the resilience and proactiveness of the citizens that continues to carry the diverse nation of India forward. Each challenge, whether man-made or otherwise, is met with determination, fostering progress towards a better and stronger future.