Daily Current Affairs Article of 7 May 2025
Current Affairs – 7 May 2025
🇮🇳 National News
🛡️ India Conducts Nationwide Civil Defence Drill 'Operation Abhyaas'
In response to escalating tensions with Pakistan following the Pahalgam attack, India initiated a large-scale civil defence exercise named Operation Abhyaas. The drill, conducted across 244 districts, involved activities such as air raid siren tests, blackout simulations, and evacuation drills. Major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad participated to bolster civilian preparedness against potential threats.
✈️ SpiceJet Issues Advisory Amid Northern Airport Closures
Amid the heightened security situation, SpiceJet issued a flight advisory for airports in northern India. The airline advised passengers to check flight statuses and be prepared for potential delays or cancellations due to the ongoing civil defence drills and increased military activity.
🌍 International News
⚔️ India Launches 'Operation Sindoor' Targeting Terror Camps in Pakistan
In a significant military move, India launched Operation Sindoor, conducting precision air and missile strikes on nine locations in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The operation targeted alleged terrorist infrastructure linked to groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, in retaliation for the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives. India reported the downing of a Pakistani JF-17 fighter jet during the operation.
🔁 Pakistan Retaliates, Claims Downing Indian Aircraft
Following India's strikes, Pakistan claimed to have shot down five Indian fighter jets and a drone, and reported civilian casualties due to the attacks. The Pakistani military also initiated heavy mortar shelling along the Line of Control, resulting in further civilian casualties on both sides.
🕊️ International Community Calls for Restraint
Global leaders, including UN Secretary-General António Guterres and US President Donald Trump, expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict between India and Pakistan. They urged both nations to exercise maximum restraint and engage in dialogue to prevent further deterioration of the situation.
📊 Economic and Industrial Updates
🏗️ India Achieves Record Mineral Production in FY25
India reported significant growth in mineral production for the fiscal year 2024-25. Iron ore production reached 289 million metric tons, marking a 4.3% increase from the previous year. Manganese ore production also saw an 11.8% rise, totaling 3.8 million metric tons. These figures underscore India's expanding capabilities in the mining sector.
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