3 Things The Catch Up: 18 August
Aug 18, 2025
Severe weather slams Mumbai with heavy rains leading to school closures and search efforts for the missing. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court delves into the welfare of medically discharged military cadets, spotlighting critical support issues. On the national front, allegations of electoral fraud emerge amidst the voter adhikari yatra in Bihar. Globally, Ukrainian diplomatic initiatives are in the spotlight as they seek aid against Russian threats, and the devastating impact of monsoon floods continues to worsen in Pakistan.
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Mumbai Faces Severe Rain Disruption
- Mumbai faced immediate disruption with afternoon-shift schools closed due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging.
- The IMD issued a red alert for Mumbai and suburbs signalling sustained severe rain over the next two days.
Cloudburst In Mukhed Taluka
- Five people went missing in Nanded district after a cloudburst in Mukhed Taluka amid the downpour.
- Chief Minister Devendra Fattavis confirmed the missing persons and ongoing search efforts.
Medical Discharges Raise Systemic Questions
- The Supreme Court took suo motu cognizance of Indian Express reports about officer cadets medically discharged from training.
- Around 500 cadets were discharged since 1985 and many lack eligibility for ESCHS benefits because disabilities occurred before commissioning.