3 Things The Catch Up: 19 August
Aug 19, 2025
Dive into the latest headlines, featuring a significant political update as India's opposition bloc nominates a vice-presidential candidate. Experience the chaos from severe flooding in Mumbai, while also exploring Trump's diplomatic maneuvers concerning Ukraine and Russia. The episode also sheds light on U.S. student visa challenges and the repercussions of Hurricane Erin in North Carolina.
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Consensus Candidate For Vice-President
- The India Bloc agreed on ex-Justice B. Sudarshan Reddy as a consensus vice-presidential candidate.
- Consensus across parties was hailed as a significant democratic achievement by leaders like Mallikarjun Kharge.
Mumbai Floods Disrupt Transport And Farming
- Torrential rains halted Mumbai's local train services and forced closures of schools and offices.
- Authorities deployed NDRF and Army teams and reported nearly 10 lakh hectares of submerged Kharif crops in Maharashtra.
Trump Seeks Direct Putin‑Zelensky Talks
- Donald Trump said he is arranging direct talks between Putin and Zelensky with both leaders open to discussions.
- European leaders pressed for a ceasefire while territorial redrawing was reportedly not on the table.