Amid a recent uptick in COVID-19 cases, the Union health secretary convened a review meeting, emphasizing proactive monitoring through existing surveillance systems. While most cases are mild and managed at home, the Delhi government has issued advisories for hospitals to ensure preparedness.
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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's US visit focused on strengthening economic and financial ties, including FATF coordination, crucial for India's efforts to address terror financing. Discussions also covered defense partnership enhancement through co-production, joint exercises, and information sharing. Both nations reviewed trade agreements, technology cooperation, and streamlining export regulations to bolster the bilateral agenda.
The Indian Embassy in Tehran is actively collaborating with Iranian authorities to locate three Indian citizens reported missing after traveling to Iran. Prompted by concerns raised by the families, the embassy has urged the Iranian government for an immediate and thorough investigation to ensure the safety of the missing individuals.
GTRI advises India to address Trump's new steel and aluminium tariffs within the ongoing FTA talks with the US. This approach aims to persuade the US to reduce or eliminate these tariffs, leveraging the FTA negotiations for market access benefits.
Investigations into the Panchkula mass suicide case reveal the Mittal family initially planned to end their lives at Dr B R Ambedkar Bhawan before choosing Sector 27. CCTV footage confirmed their presence at the bhawan, but they later moved to Sector 27, where the tragic event occurred.
The Supreme Court intervened in the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) election, ordering a recount of votes for the president's post due to challenges raised by various groups. Senior advocate Vikas Singh retained his position as president after the recount, although the vote tally for Adish Aggarwala decreased.
Mumbai experienced its earliest monsoon onset ever recorded, breaking a century-old rainfall record for May with 295mm. The city received very heavy rainfall, with Colaba recording 144.3 mm and Santacruz 74.3 mm. The intense showers exposed the city's unpreparedness, leading to waterlogging in new areas, disrupted train and flight services, and incidents of structural damage.
Donald Trump is pressuring Apple to manufacture iPhones for the US market in America, threatening a 25% tariff if they don't comply. Despite this, Apple is reassuring India of its continued investment, with Foxconn expanding its Indian operations. However, it is doubt that if US iPhone production would feasible, since the move could disturb the pricing and supply chain for Apple.
A Delhi court has directed Tihar jail authorities to present the inquiry file concerning the security of Christian Michel James, who is jailed in connection with the AgustaWestland case. Special Judge Sanjeev Aggarwal has set June 6 as the deadline for the submission.
Asteroid 2025 JR, about the size of a 25-story building, is set to pass Earth on May 28 at a distance of 4.6 million kilometers. Though not considered a hazardous asteroid, its size and speed highlight the potential devastation of an impact. Scientists worldwide are tracking NEOs like 2025 JR to improve planetary defense.
During closing arguments, a federal judge challenged Google's defense against antitrust remedies, expressing skepticism about the company's stance on AI restrictions and search dominance. The Justice Department seeks to limit Google's AI ambitions, viewing AI as the future of search, while Google plans to appeal the ruling expected in August, regardless of the outcome.