May 2025 Highlights – Cricket, Weather, and Big Stories
May was a whirlwind on our site. From nail‑biting IPL clashes to record rains, from a tragic NICU fire to a new blockbuster release, we covered it all. Below is a fast‑forward of the most talked‑about pieces that defined the month.
Cricket Fever: IPL 2025 and International Action
The IPL dominated the headlines. Punjab Kings, RCB, and Gujarat Titans were locked in a tight playoff race, with every run and net‑run‑rate point mattering. Sai Sudharsan surged ahead in the Orange Cap race, while veterans like Virat Kohli still chased big scores. Young guns made noise too – Ayush Mhatre, the 17‑year‑old CSK rookie, rattled 240 runs at a blistering strike rate, and Abhishek Sharma smashed a 141‑run innings, the highest by an Indian in IPL history.
Beyond the league, India announced Shubman Gill as its 37th Test captain, setting the stage for a high‑stakes England series. Meanwhile, Harry Brook vaulted to the top of the ICC Test batting rankings, edging out Joe Root, and Pakistan’s spinners rewrote history with 73 wickets in a three‑match home series against England.
Weather Surprises and Other Headlines
May’s weather was anything but ordinary. Delhi‑NCR and Uttar Pradesh suffered historic torrential rains that broke century‑old records, flooding streets and grounding flights. In Gorakhpur, sweltering heat and humidity persisted with daytime highs hitting 37 °C, and rain stayed a distant hope.
Tragedy struck in Jhansi when a NICU fire claimed 18 infant lives, prompting swift administrative action and a public inquiry into hospital safety. On the seismic front, a 4.0 magnitude quake rattled parts of Pakistan, raising alerts but causing no major damage.
Financial and tech news kept the pace. The Kuwaiti Dinar maintained its spot as the world’s strongest currency thanks to tight monetary policy and massive oil reserves. In India’s stock market, the BSE CEO cleared up rumors about changing derivatives expiry dates, reassuring investors.
Entertainment lovers got a double treat. Avneet Kaur and Jannet Zubair made headlines meeting Tom Cruise at the Mission: Impossible promotion, while the film itself hit Indian screens a week early, sparking massive ticket sales across multiple languages.
Education updates were also in focus. The JEE Advanced 2025 admit card went live, and Maharashtra’s SSC results showed a 94.10 % pass rate with girls outperforming boys. These stories reflect the diverse interests of our readers.
All in all, May 2025 offered a mix of high‑octane sports, extreme weather, poignant human stories, and fresh entertainment. Stay tuned for June’s roundup – there’s always something new to explore on India Showroom Directory.
IPL 2025 Points Table: Punjab Kings, RCB, and Gujarat Titans Locked in Playoff Race
The IPL 2025 playoff fight is heating up, with Punjab Kings, RCB, and Gujarat Titans neck and neck for the last spot. Individual races, like Sai Sudharsan’s Orange Cap lead and Prasidh Krishna’s Purple Cap dominance, add to the drama as every match and net run rate point becomes crucial.
Gorakhpur Weather Update: Heat and Humidity Grip City as Rain Stays Away
Gorakhpur is battling intense humidity and daytime highs of 37°C as rain forecasts fall short. Despite cloudy skies on May 30, no rainfall is expected, leaving residents to cope with uncomfortable heat and health risks.
Record-Breaking Torrential Rains and Thunderstorms Batter Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh
Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh experienced historic rainfall, intense thunderstorms, and drastic temperature drops in late May 2025, causing major disruptions. The extreme event, driven by unusual weather patterns, broke century-old records and affected daily routines, flights, and infrastructure across northern India.
Jhansi NICU Fire Kills 18 Infants, Sparks Outcry Over Hospital Safety in Uttar Pradesh
A deadly fire swept through the NICU at Jhansi's medical college, claiming 18 infants' lives. Immediate action was taken: the principal was removed, several staff members were suspended, and an official inquiry began. The cause remains unclear, igniting debate on hospital safety in Uttar Pradesh.
PSG Clinches 13th Ligue 1 Title After Beating Angers, Extending Unbeaten Streak
PSG grabbed their 13th Ligue 1 title with a 1-0 win over Angers, staying unbeaten in 28 games and pulling 22 points ahead of Monaco. They now turn their eyes to the Champions League semi-finals. Real Madrid lost ground in La Liga, while Barcelona stumbled against Betis.
Sai Sudharsan Tops IPL 2025 Orange Cap Race as Kohli Eyes Late Surge Before Playoffs
Sai Sudharsan leads the IPL 2025 Orange Cap standings with 679 runs, edging out Shubman Gill. Virat Kohli, currently fifth, remains the tournament's all-time top scorer and is still in playoff contention. The playoff stage promises fierce batting competition.
Abhishek Sharma Smashes 141: Highest IPL Score by an Indian Lifts SRH to Record-Breaking Chase
Abhishek Sharma stunned the cricket world with a 141-run blitz for SRH against PBKS, setting a new IPL record for the highest score by an Indian. His innings outshined all as SRH chased down 246 in style, eclipsing major records and rewriting franchise history with a breathtaking knock.
Kuwaiti Dinar: What Keeps the World's Highest-Value Currency on Top?
The Kuwaiti Dinar remains the world’s strongest currency, thanks to Kuwait’s massive oil reserves, a fixed exchange rate, tight control over currency supply, low public debt, and hefty sovereign wealth funds. Prudent economic management keeps the KWD resilient and highly trusted in international finance.
Ayush Mhatre: CSK’s Teenage Batting Marvel Shakes Up IPL 2025
Seventeen-year-old Ayush Mhatre stormed into IPL 2025 as CSK’s youngest-ever player, impressing everyone with fearless batting. Drafted in for the injured Ruturaj Gaikwad, he smashed 240 runs at a striking rate of 188.97, rapidly becoming the talk of the tournament and a new hope for Chennai.
Shubman Gill Named India's 37th Test Captain Ahead of England Series
Shubman Gill takes over as India's 37th Test captain, stepping into the role after Rohit Sharma's retirement from Tests. At just 25, Gill will lead a youthful squad against England in a five-match series, starting June 20 in Leeds, with Rishabh Pant as vice-captain.