Breaking: Stunning News Headlines Transforming India – May 17, 2025

Headlines Trending in India and World: Politics, E-Commerce, Lifestyle, Sports, Health & Entertainment on 17th May 2025

1. Covid-19 Surge Takes Hold in Asia as Hong Kong and Singapore Struggle to Contain Spiking Cases
   

A new wave of Covid-19 cases is sweeping across Asia, with Hong Kong and Singapore experiencing record-breaking spikes in cases and hospitalizations through May 17, 2025. Hong Kong’s health officials have reported a notable surge, with the percentage of respiratory samples testing positive hitting a record high for the year. Sewage samples indicate higher viral loads, and hospital admissions are rising, with 31 deaths in the week up to May 3. The outbreak caused Hong Kong singer Eason Chan to postpone his Taiwan concerts after going positive, showing the impact of the virus on public life. Singapore reported a 28% increase in estimated cases to 14,200 in early May, in addition to a 30% increase in hospitalizations. Officialdom puts it down to declining immunity but adds there is no sign of more infectious or virulent strains. Differing from usual winter spikes, this warmer-season rise has baffled experts, leading Singapore to recommend booster jabs among high-risk populations. Conversely, India is mostly unscathed, with only 93 active cases and no reports of a fresh wave, presenting a sharp contrast to the local trend and emphasizing the necessity of prudent public health practices.

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2. IAEA Declares No Radiation Leaks at Pakistan’s Nuclear Sites 
   

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has put an end to rumors of radiation leaks at Pakistan’s nuclear sites amid recent military tensions with India. On May 13, 2025, the Vienna-based monitor replied to The Indian Express queries that no radiation release or spill incidents have been documented at Pakistan nuclear installations, including the Kirana Hills, where establishments were allegedly reported. The statement is in tandem with the Indian Air Force statement clarifying that recent operations did not hit any targets within the Kirana Hills. The IAEA’s assurance, based on available facts and its Incident and Emergency Centre, seeks to end speculation in the wake of increased India-Pakistan tensions. This becomes a testament to the need for open nuclear monitoring in a geopolitically unstable region so as to guarantee global confidence in the nuclear facilities’ safety in Pakistan amid active conflicts.

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3. Neeraj Chopra Breaks Records with Record-Breaking 90.23m Javelin Throw 
   

India’s javelin ace Neeraj Chopra wrote himself into the books on May 16, 2025, by breaking the highly sought-after 90-meter milestone for the first time ever at the Doha Diamond League. His third effort of 90.23 meters created hysteria among the crowd, making him the first Indian and the 25th man in the world to record this feat in men’s javelin throw. Chopra’s path to the record was dramatic: an 88.44-meter opener, a foul on his second attempt, and then the record throw that is the 23rd best in the history of the sport and third best in Asia. The feat solidified Chopra’s place as a global icon, raising India’s presence in athletics. His victory, hurraied by thundering crowds, is the result of years of devotion and makes him a pioneer, paving the way for future generations of Indian sportsmen to strive for the top.

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4. Assamese Music Laments Death of Singer Gayatri Hazarika Due to Cancer 
   

The world of Assamese music is in shock following the death of popular singer Gayatri Hazarika, who succumbed to colon cancer at the age of 44 on May 16, 2025. Famed for her soulful song “Sara Pate Pate Fagun Name,” Hazarika’s passing away at Nemcare Hospitals in Guwahati has left people and fellow artists shocked. Admitted three days ago on account of poor health, she was shifted to the ICU, where she passed away at 2:15 PM, informed Dr. Harish Baruah. Hazarika’s beautiful voice and poignant performances made her a cultural gem, and her death is a deep loss in Assam’s cultural sphere. Tributes have flooded in, with people recalling her work, highlighting the fleeting nature of life and the long-standing influence of her songs on the state’s heritage.

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5. Vodafone Idea Threatens to Shut Down Without Government Assistance
   

Vodafone Idea, one of India’s three major private telecom operators, issued a dire warning to the government on May 16, 2025, stating it may cease operations beyond FY26 without urgent support. According to CNBC-TV18, the company, burdened by ₹1.95 lakh crore in AGR and spectrum dues, is struggling to secure lender support despite government equity conversion that gave the Centre a 49% stake. On the brink of insolvency, Vodafone Idea warned that such a failure would devalue the government holding, discontinue services for more than 20 crore consumers, and endanger 20,000 jobs. The Supreme Court consented to entertain the company’s petition for waiver of ₹30,000 crore AGR dues on May 19, putting the financial vulnerability of the telecom sector into focus. The resolution may redefine India’s telecom landscape, with far-reaching implications for competition, connectivity, and the government’s digital aspirations.

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6. Final Destination Bloodlines Shocks Indian Audiences with Gore-Filled Thrills 
   

The release of Final Destination Bloodlines, the sixth installment in the iconic horror franchise, has left Indian audiences screaming, wincing, and covering their eyes, as captured in a viral Warner Bros. India video shared on May 14, 2025. Released on Instagram, the clip shows theatergoers reacting to the film’s signature gruesome deaths, set to Doechii’s “Anxiety” for comedic effect. Fans walked in with grins but were soon taken over by shock, with some leaping in horror or covering their faces during harrowing scenes. Social media chatter highlights worldwide enthusiasm, with tweets hailing the film as a franchise highpoint, although some joked heart patients should steer clear. The gore-laden visceral effect of the film, and particularly its climactic sequence, has rekindled affection for the franchise in millennials and Gen Z and established it as a cultural reference for gore fans and reinforced the horror genre’s ability to elicit raw emotion.

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7. Mission Impossible 8 Set for Record-Breaking India Opening 
   

Tom Cruise’s last outing as Ethan Hunt in Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning is coming with Hollywood’s biggest 2025 opener in India, with pre-bookings marking a record opening on May 17, 2025, a week before its US release. The movie has pre-sold more than 60,000 tickets in big cinema chains, with expectations reaching a lakh, exceeding several Bollywood releases. The Hindi version itself is beating mid-level Indian movies, while English and regional combined sales indicate a ₹20-25 crore opening, better than Akshay Kumar’s Kesari Chapter 2 (₹13 crore) and Ajay Devgn’s Raid 2 (₹19 crore). Only bigger hits like Chhaava and Sikandar have achieved higher marks this year. The hype surrounding the franchise’s finale, combined with the early release in India, has created record-breaking excitement, setting the stage for the movie to redefine box office standards and validate Cruise’s star status.

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8. Russia and Ukraine Exchange Prisoners, Negotiate Ceasefire in Istanbul Talks 
   

In a breakthrough in diplomacy, Russia and Ukraine had their first direct negotiation in more than three years on May 16, 2025, in Istanbul, where they agreed on a mass prisoner exchange and discussed the possibilities of a ceasefire. During the 90-minute Dolmabahce Palace meeting, both sides pledged to exchange ideas on a possible ceasefire, with Ukraine insisting on a unilateral halt to the three-year war that has ravaged its lands and displaced millions of people. Russia admitted Ukraine’s offer to have Presidents Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy meet, although no concrete advances toward a peace deal were made. Russia’s negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky, was content with the negotiations, while Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov and Foreign Ministry spokesman Georgiy Tykhy celebrated the exchange of prisoners as a step forward. The talks, brokered by Turkey, represent a glimmer of hope in the face of continued fighting, with the world eagerly waiting for the next move toward peace.

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9. Celebi Aviation Fights India’s License Cancellation in Court 
   

Celebi Airport Services India, based in Turkey, has challenged the Indian government’s May 15, 2025, decision to cancel its security clearance under “vague” national security reasons in the Delhi High Court. The cancellation, affecting operations at nine key airports such as Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru, puts 3,791 jobs and investor faith at risk, Celebi claimed in its May 16 submission. The company, which highlighted its non-Turkish majority ownership and non-political nature, faulted the dearth of clear rationale behind the order, made in the wake of public outrage over Turkey’s perceived pro-Pakistan leanings during India-Pakistan tensions. Junior Aviation Minister Murlidhar Mohol defended the decision, citing nationwide calls to ban Celebi to protect national interests. The case, set for a likely hearing on May 19, highlights the delicate balance between security and economic operations, with significant implications for India’s aviation sector and Celebi’s future.

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10. Abhimanyu Easwaran to Captain India A in England Tour 
    

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on May 16, 2025, said that Abhimanyu Easwaran would captain the India A team on a trip to England with two first-class matches against the England Lions in Canterbury (May 30) and Northampton (June 6), followed by an intra-squad game against India’s senior men’s team in Beckenham on June 13. Dhruv Jurel will be vice-captain, while Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan will join for the second match. Easwaran, included in India’s Border-Gavaskar Trophy team but not playing, now gets an opportunity to make his mark. Gill, who is being touted as India’s next captain with an announcement imminent, brings star value to the tour, which is followed by a five-match Test series against England. The tour provides a stage for prospects to make their mark, adding depth to India’s strong cricketing pipeline.

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