Tue May 20 01:03:56 UTC 2025: **Headline: India Closely Monitors Global Affairs Amid Rising Tensions, Domestic Concerns**

**New Delhi, May 20, 2025:** From the Indian perspective, global events unfold with a backdrop of heightened vigilance and proactive engagement. Domestically, the government addresses concerns ranging from employment schemes to judicial integrity.

Internationally, sources confirmed that Pakistan did not resort to “nuclear signalling” during Operation Sindoor. The U.S. was not involved in the cessation of firing. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump announced planned ceasefire negotiations between Russia and Ukraine following calls with Presidents Putin and Zelenskyy.

The U.S. has also announced visa restrictions on Indian travel agencies accused of facilitating illegal immigration, sparking concern. The Indian government is remaining vigilant due to a surge in COVID-19 cases in Singapore and Hong Kong. Active cases within India remain low.

Trade relations face challenges as Bangladesh reports a lack of official notification before India’s recent closure of land ports for garment exports. Security concerns were also raised, as the Indian Army revealed that Pakistan attempted to target the Golden Temple in Amritsar with drone and missile attacks, which were successfully thwarted.

The Indian government is opposing a plea in the Delhi High Court by a Turkish firm challenging the revocation of their security clearances after Turkey’s criticism of India’s actions against terror camps in Pakistan.

In a glimmer of humanitarian relief, the first aid trucks entered Gaza after a three-month blockade, following mounting international pressure on Israel.

Domestically, a review of the MGNREGS revealed a rise in registered households but a decline in the delivery of promised employment. Meanwhile, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar called for revisiting the K. Veeraswami judgement, citing concerns about corruption in the judiciary.

In sports, Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL.

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