India Reports First Suspect Case of Monkeypox
The Indian government announced the country’s first suspected case of monkeypox (Mpox) on Sunday. A young male traveler who recently arrived from a country currently experiencing Mpox transmission has been identified as the suspect. The Ministry of Health, however, assured the public that there is no cause for undue concern.
Haryana Assembly Elections: AAP and Congress Finalize Seat-Sharing Agreement
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Congress have reportedly finalized a seat-sharing agreement for the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections. According to PTI, AAP will contest five seats in the alliance. Negotiations between the two parties are said to be in their final stages, and an official announcement is expected soon.
India Shines at Paris Paralympics 2024
India’s para-athletes concluded their participation in the Paris Paralympics 2024 with a record-breaking medal haul of 29 medals, including seven golds. This accomplishment placed India at the 18th position in the points table. The success of India’s para-athletes highlights the country’s growing presence in international sports.
Busy Week Ahead for the Indian IPO Market
The Indian primary market is gearing up for a busy week with over 13 new initial public offerings (IPO) scheduled to open and eight new listings expected. The market has seen strong momentum this week, with investors showing a keen interest in public offerings.
UAE Crown Prince’s Visit to India
The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is scheduled to visit Mumbai and Delhi this week. The visit is expected to strengthen ties between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), opening avenues for collaboration in new and emerging areas.
Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder Case
Jawhar Sircar, a TMC MP and former IAS officer, has resigned from his position in Parliament and announced his retirement from politics. His decision follows the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.
Manipur Government Demands Control of Unified Command
Amidst a fresh outbreak of violence in Manipur, the state government has requested control over the Home Ministry-run Unified Command. Chief Minister N Biren Singh met with the Governor, L Acharya, along with 18 MLAs, to present a list of demands. Speculation regarding a possible rift within the BJP and a leadership change in Manipur continues to circulate.
