Archive · 29 Oct 2025
India Sees Cyclone Landfall, Political Developments, and International Engagements
Good morning everyone!
Today, a cyclone named Montha has made landfall in India, affecting Andhra Pradesh and Odisha.
In Delhi, experiments were done to try and make rain, but the minister said it didn't work and was just a show.
The Supreme Court told a medical group they must pay interns their allowance on time.
The government is giving more help to farmers for certain fertilizers.
For sports, Indian athletes are doing great!
A wrestler won gold, boxers made it to the finals, and a female cricketer is ranked number one.
India is also talking about trade with Europe and looking to host big sports events.
Meanwhile, in other parts of the world, there's fighting in Gaza, peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan failed, and North Korea tested some missiles.
Brazil's ex-president is appealing his long prison sentence.
Also, some southern states might have holidays because of the cyclone alert.
Cyclone Montha made landfall in Andhra Pradesh, impacting Odisha as well.
Delhi conducted cloud-seeding trials without success, drawing criticism.
The Supreme Court ordered the NMC to pay stipends to medical interns within two weeks.
Government increased non-urea fertilizer subsidy for the Rabi season, signaling commitment to farmers.
India and the EU are progressing on trade talks, with an upcoming EU delegation visit.
Wrestler Yashita secured a gold medal, and six Indian boxers advanced to the finals at the Youth Asian Games.
Smriti Mandhana maintains her top position in women's ODI batting rankings.
- Who
- Cyclone Montha, IMD, Delhi Government, Supreme Court, National Medical Commission (NMC), PM Modi, Government, States, India Bloc, Nadda, Judicial Commission, Israel, Hamas, United States, Pakistan, Afghanistan's Taliban Government, Nepal’s Tourism Authority, Brazil’s Former President Jair Bolsonaro, North Korea, Donald Trump, South Korea, Wrestler Yashita, Indian Boxers, Manisha Kumari, India, Australia, Smriti Mandhana, Mohammed Shami, Bengal, Gujarat, East Bengal, Chennaiyin, Indian Women’s Football Team, Nepal, Shardul Thakur, Vidarbha, Tamil Nadu, Rizwan, PCB, Karnataka State Cricket Association, India.
- What
- Cyclone Montha made landfall, Delhi conducted cloud-seeding trials, Supreme Court issued an order on medical intern stipends, government increased fertilizer subsidy, India Bloc promised official language status for several dialects, India saw improvement in sex ratio at birth, a judicial commission is probing Leh violence, Israel and Hamas exchanged fire, Israel informed the US about Gaza strikes, peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban failed, Pakistan and Bangladesh military chiefs agreed to enhance defence cooperation, Nepal issued safety advisories for trekkers, Brazil's former president appealed his sentence, North Korea test-fired cruise missiles, South Korea trade deal discussions are ongoing, wrestler Yashita won gold, boxers reached finals, Manisha Kumari won gold, India is set to play T20 against Australia, Smriti Mandhana leads batting rankings, Mohammed Shami's five-wicket haul secured a win, East Bengal defeated Chennaiyin, Indian Women’s Football team will play an exhibition match, Shardul Thakur aims for a specific ODI squad position, Vidarbha added players for a Ranji clash, Rizwan declined a PCB contract, Karnataka State Cricket Association elections are scheduled, India is bidding to host athletics events.
- When
- October 29 (headlines date), Today (T20 match), Within two weeks (Supreme Court order), Rabi Season (fertilizer subsidy), Next week (EU delegation visit), November 28 (public information deadline), Four days (Pakistan-Afghanistan talks), 100 days to Olympics (gender testing).
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Delhi, Gaza, Istanbul, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Nepal, Brazil, North Korea, South Korea, India, Australia, Bengal, Gujarat, East Bengal, Chennaiyin, Gangtok, Nepal, Vidarbha, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Leh.
- Why
- To report on cyclone impact, to attempt to induce rain, to ensure timely payment of stipends, to support farmers, to fulfill election promises, to indicate demographic improvement, to gather information on violence, due to ongoing conflict, to comply with reporting protocols, to foster better relations, to enhance defence capabilities, to ensure safety of tourists, following a conviction, in anticipation of a visit, to negotiate trade agreements, for sporting achievements, to compete in international events, to improve rankings, to secure a win, for a football match, to prepare for future tournaments, to strengthen a team, to make career advancements, following contract placement, for administrative purposes, to host major athletic events, in preparation for the Olympics.
Existing Situation
Proposed Action/Status
Cloud Seeding Trials in Delhi
Existing Situation
Delhi has conducted cloud-seeding trials.
Proposed Action/Status
Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj criticized the trials as an attempt to 'steal Lord Indra's credit' and noted the skies remained dry.
Israel-Hamas Conflict
Existing Situation
Israel and Hamas have exchanged fire and blame.
Proposed Action/Status
Israel reportedly informed the United States before carrying out recent strikes in Gaza.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Peace Talks
Existing Situation
Peace talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan's Taliban government have occurred.
Proposed Action/Status
These talks, held in Istanbul, failed after four days.
- Cyclone Landfall
- Cyclone Montha made landfall in Andhra Pradesh, with Odisha also affected.
- Supreme Court Order
- Supreme Court ordered the National Medical Commission (NMC) to ensure timely stipend payments to medical interns within two weeks.
- Fertilizer Subsidy
- The government has increased the subsidy for non-urea fertilizers for the Rabi season.
- Sex Ratio at Birth
- India shows improvement in its sex ratio at birth, with twelve states exceeding the national average.
- India-EU Talks
- Progress has been made on tariff issues between India and the EU, with an EU delegation scheduled to visit for FTA talks.
- Sports Achievements
- Wrestler Yashita won gold; six Indian boxers reached finals at the Youth Asian Games. Smriti Mandhana leads women's ODI batting rankings.
- Judicial Commission Deadline
- A judicial commission probing Leh violence is seeking public information until November 28.
