India’s Wild 24 Hours in a Flash

May 17, 2025—India’s been electric! Here’s the quick scoop on the past 24 hours, packed with spice.

Diplomacy & Defense Heat

India’s on fire strategically! Post-Operation Sindoor ceasefire with Pakistan, social media lit up with buzz about a new anti-drone system. S. Jaishankar’s diplomatic hustle and India-Taliban talks kept things intense, while the BrahMos missile stole global headlines.

Cricket Craze

Cricket’s ruling hearts! Wankhede Stadium unveiled a Rohit Sharma stand—fans went wild! India A’s England tour squad dropped, with Ishan Kishan’s comeback stealing the show, though Shreyas Iyer’s snub had fans sparring online.

Social Vibes

City folks are growing greens—balcony gardens are trending in UP! But travel’s hit rough seas: MakeMyTrip reported a 250% surge in Türkiye-Azerbaijan booking cancellations due to boycott calls. Meanwhile, reports of Rohingya deportations stirred debate, with the Supreme Court stepping in.

Why It Matters

From cricket roars to defense swagger, India’s 24-hour sprint is unstoppable. Miss a beat, and you’re out of the loop!

Dive deeper with NDTV or The Hindu!