In 2025, Kerala grappled with three Nipah virus infections across Malappuram and Palakkad, prompting the tracing of 677 contacts, according to Minister Jadhav. Control measures were swiftly initiated to contain the outbreaks. The infection, a zoonotic disease primarily affecting pigs and humans, sees transmission from fruit bats.
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Farooq Abdullah voiced concerns over India's strained diplomatic relations, particularly after the US imposed tariffs. He suggested India is isolated globally, with the US seemingly favoring Pakistan. Abdullah attributed economic challenges to tensions between Trump and Modi, impacting the rupee's value. Trump defended the tariffs, citing India's historically high rates.
President Trump declared that the U.S. will not engage in trade negotiations with India until the existing tariff dispute is resolved. This decision follows the U.S. imposing a 50% tariff on Indian exports, citing concerns over India's trade imbalance and continued purchase of Russian oil.
The Election Commission refuted Rahul Gandhi's claims of electoral manipulation in Karnataka, asserting neutrality. Prajwal Revanna was convicted of raping a domestic help. India is reassessing trade and defense strategies after the US imposed tariffs, potentially impacting the F-35 jet deal. Bihar released draft electoral rolls, allowing claims until September 1.
Justice Surya Kant unveiled a mobile app initiative to provide free legal aid across India, especially targeting marginalized communities. The app, available in multiple languages, will offer legal guidance via voice, video, and text, connecting users with lawyers and paralegals.
The BJP has criticized the Samajwadi Party (SP), labeling it a "communal party" after former SP MP ST Hasan linked the Uttarkashi flash floods to religious intolerance in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. Hasan suggested a lack of respect for other religions contributed to the disaster, while the BJP condemned his remarks as insulting to Sanatan Dharma amidst a natural calamity.
Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge criticized the BJP and JD(S) for their silence following Prajwal Revanna's conviction in a rape case. Kharge questioned the BJP's 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao' slogan, accusing them of using other leaders to divert attention from such crimes.
An Air India flight AI 2017 from Delhi to London returned to the terminal on Thursday due to a suspected technical issue in its Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The pilots decided to discontinue the take-off as a precautionary measure. Consequently, Air India arranged an alternative Dreamliner, which departed around 6 pm.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks regarding the Galwan clash, following the Supreme Court's disapproval. Modi stated that such immature comments about India's borders and armed forces are detrimental. He emphasized that the court's rebuke serves as a lesson to those making unsubstantiated claims about national security.
BJP leaders strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks on the Indian economy, calling him delusional and ignorant for echoing Donald Trump's "dead economy" jibe. They highlighted India's economic growth and questioned Gandhi's investments in the same economy he criticizes. BJP leaders accused him of making anti-India statements and damaging his political credibility.