PM Modi Embarks on UK and Maldives Visit, Opposition Raises Concerns, and More

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the U.K. and Maldives from July 23-26. The government is ready to discuss all issues raised by the Opposition at an all-party meeting. A 15-year-old girl was airlifted to AIIMS Delhi for advanced treatment after sustaining over 75% burn injuries in Odisha. India's electronics exports jumped 47% in Q1, with the U.S., UAE, and China as top destinations. The NDRF will commission cadaver dogs for disaster operations.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the United Kingdom and the Maldives from July 23 to 26. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral trade and sign the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. Additionally, the government has convened an all-party meeting ahead of the Monsoon session of Parliament to address various issues raised by the opposition. A 15-year-old girl was airlifted to AIIMS Delhi for advanced treatment after sustaining severe burn injuries in Odisha. Meanwhile, India's electronics exports surged by 47% in the first quarter, with the U.S., UAE, and China as top destinations. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is set to commission cadaver dogs for disaster operations.

Prime Minister Modi's visit to the UK will focus on increasing bilateral trade and signing the India-UK Free Trade Agreement. This visit is part of a broader effort to enhance economic ties and cooperation between the two nations. The visit will also include meetings with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and King Charles. During his visit to the Maldives, Modi is expected to review the progress of the Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership with Maldives [1].

The government has called for an all-party meeting ahead of the Monsoon session of Parliament to discuss various issues. The opposition is likely to raise concerns about the special intensive revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, the Pahalgam terror attack, and US President Donald Trump's claims of brokering a ceasefire during India-Pakistan hostilities. The government is seeking cooperation from opposition parties to ensure the smooth conduct of the House [2][3].

In a tragic incident, a 15-year-old girl in Odisha sustained over 75% burn injuries after being set on fire by unidentified miscreants. The girl was airlifted to AIIMS Delhi for advanced treatment. The Odisha government has assured that all necessary facilities will be provided for her treatment. The incident has sparked outrage and protests across the state [4].

India's electronics exports surged by 47% in the first quarter of 2025, with the U.S., UAE, and China as top destinations. This growth is driven by increased demand for electronic products globally. The electronics sector is a significant contributor to India's export economy, and this growth is likely to continue as the sector continues to innovate and expand [5].

The NDRF is set to commission cadaver dogs for disaster operations. Cadaver dogs are trained to detect human remains in disaster areas, which can help in search and rescue operations. The commissioning of cadaver dogs is part of the NDRF's efforts to enhance its disaster response capabilities and improve the efficiency of search and rescue operations [6].

References:
[1] https://www.business-standard.com/economy/news/modi-uk-maldives-visit-july-2025-125072000436_1.html
[2] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/all-party-meeting-on-eve-of-monsoon-session-of-parliament-in-new-delhi/article69833966.ece
[3] https://www.business-standard.com/india-news/govt-convenes-all-party-meeting-ahead-of-parliament-monsoon-session-125072000173_1.html
[4] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/odisha/odisha-burn-victim-health-condition/article69833949.ece
[5] https://www.business-standard.com/economy/sectors/india-economy/electronics-exports-jump-47-in-q1-2025-125072000296_1.html
[6] https://www.ndrf.gov.in/operations/cadaver-dogs