Prime Minister Narendra Modi, at the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, emphasized that critical minerals, technology, and supply chains should not be weaponised for selfish interests. He called for cooperation to ensure resilient supply chains and demand-driven, financially sustainable BRICS New Development Bank projects. Highlighting the dual impact of Artificial Intelligence, he stressed India’s “AI for All” approach, using AI in key sectors. Modi urged balanced global efforts for innovation and responsible AI governance, addressing ethics, risks, and bias.

Astronomers at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics, along with global collaborators, discover tiny plasma loops in the Sun’s lower atmosphere. These loops, 3,000–4,000 km long but under 100 km wide, are short-lived and visible in H-alpha and extreme UV wavelengths. They likely result from magnetic reconnection, releasing energy and producing upward plasma jets. Despite forming in dense chromospheric layers, their temperatures soar to millions of degrees. Future high-resolution telescopes like India’s proposed NLST may further study their dynamics.

Union Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India’s agriculture and fisheries exports have reached ₹4.5 lakh crore and could grow to ₹20 lakh crore with enhanced food processing, branding, and packaging. New crops like jamun, litchi, pineapple, and bottle gourd are now entering global markets, with jamun exported to the UK and Punjabi litchis to Doha and Dubai. He stressed expanding drip irrigation, energy‑efficient pumps, resilient supply chains, organic certification via blockchain, and supportive initiatives like Drone Didi and the Turmeric Board to boost farmer incomes.

The Ministry of Mines launched the Aspirational DMF Programme to align District Mineral Foundation (DMF) efforts with the Aspirational District and Block Programmes aimed at uplifting underserved regions. A national workshop in New Delhi brought together 152 DMFs and 62 district collectors to promote transparency, innovation, convergence, and accountability. Key highlights included the release of Coffee Table Book 2.0, recognition of districts adopting PMKKKY-2024 guidelines, and an exhibition showcasing self-help group enterprises supported through DMF funds.

The Maratha Military Landscapes of India, comprising twelve forts from the 17th to 19th centuries, have been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as India’s 44th heritage site. Spread across Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, these forts reflect the Maratha Empire's strategic military and architectural brilliance. The decision was made at UNESCO’s 47th World Heritage Committee session. Prime Minister Modi and other leaders hailed the recognition, highlighting the Maratha legacy of governance, strength, and cultural pride.

India has entered into a long-term agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Ma’aden and three Indian fertilizer companies, like Indian Potash Limited (IPL), Krishak Bharati Cooperative Limited (KRIBHCO), and Coromandel International Limited (CIL) to import 3.1 million metric tonnes of Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) annually for five years, with an option to extend for another five years. This strategic partnership, amid China’s export restrictions, ensures a stable fertilizer supply and also fosters cooperation in urea production, mutual investments, and research on customised fertilizers.

The Ministry of Finance, through the Department of Financial Services, launches a nationwide financial inclusion saturation campaign. Over 43,000 camps are held across more than 31,000 locations. The campaign results in 1.39 lakh new PMJDY accounts, over 1 lakh KYC re-verifications and nomination updates, 1.83 lakh enrollments under PMJJBY, 2.88 lakh under PMSBY, and 67,668 under APY. Additionally, 1,665 social security claims are settled, highlighting the government's push toward comprehensive financial inclusion across the country.

INS Nistar, India’s first indigenously designed and constructed diving support vessel, is commissioned into the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam. Built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, it undertakes complex deep-sea saturation diving and rescue up to 300 m, and can support deep submergence rescue. The 118 m, 10,000‑ton vessel includes ROVs, hyperbaric life boats, and diving chambers. With over 80% indigenous content and contributions from 120 MSMEs, INS Nistar strengthens India’s maritime self-reliance and regional rescue role.

The Department of Posts is launching the next-generation APT application, aimed at enhancing user experience, accelerating service delivery, and offering a more customer-friendly interface. This marks a significant step towards digital excellence and modernized postal services. The upgraded system will be rolled out in select Post Offices in Delhi starting Monday. To ensure a smooth transition, public transactions will be suspended for the day at offices including Andrewsganj, CGO Complex, Defence Colony, East of Kailash, Nizamuddin, Lodi Road, Lajpat Nagar, and Malviya Nagar.

India's electronics exports surged by 47% to $12.41 billion in Q1 of the current fiscal, reflecting its rise as a global manufacturing hub. The US, UAE, and China were top destinations, with the US alone accounting for over 60%. Ready-made garment exports also rose to $4.19 billion, led by demand from the US, UK, and UAE. These trends highlight India’s growing integration into global supply chains, competitiveness in apparel, and its emergence as a credible alternative manufacturing base in Asia.

India has reached a major milestone by achieving 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non‑fossil-fuel sources—five years ahead of its 2030 target under the Paris Agreement. This reflects successful policies like PM‑KUSUM, rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar, solar parks, and wind hybrids, while bioenergy supports rural employment. The achievement underscores India’s climate leadership—combining decarbonization with inclusive growth—and paves the way for future focus on storage, grid modernization, AI-driven systems, and green hydrogen to reach 500 GW non-fossil capacity by 2030

The Government launched Khelo Bharat Niti 2025 to build an inclusive, performance-driven sports ecosystem. With the vision “Sports for Nation Building,” it emphasizes grassroots to elite-level programs, talent development, physical literacy, infrastructure access, and career opportunities in sports. The policy promotes inclusivity, especially for women, the disabled, and underprivileged. While states hold primary responsibility for sports development, the Centre supports through schemes like Khelo India, TOPS, and incentives for sportspersons. Integration with education and community outreach is key.

The Union Cabinet has approved a Central Sector Scheme granting ₹2,000 crore to NCDC over 2025–29, enabling it to raise ₹20,000 crore from the open market. These funds will be used to provide long-term and working capital loans to cooperatives in sectors like dairy, fisheries, textiles, and women-led cooperatives. The initiative aims to benefit 2.9 crore members across 13,288 societies, boosting employment, income generation, and infrastructure development in rural areas, while enhancing the productivity and profitability of cooperatives.

A recent study by Bose Institute reveals that clouds over the Eastern Himalayas and Western Ghats carry toxic heavy metals like Cd, Cu, Zn, and Cr, transported from polluted lowlands via industrial and vehicular emissions. These clouds pose serious health risks, especially to children, through inhalation, ingestion, and skin contact. The Eastern Himalayas show 1.5 times higher pollution levels. Though India’s cloud water is still cleaner than that of China or the USA, the findings raise urgent environmental and health concerns.

The Krasheninnikov Volcano in Russia’s Far East erupts for the first time in over 450 years, sending ash six kilometres into the sky. Experts believe this may be linked to a recent powerful earthquake in the region. Another strong quake strikes near the Kuril Islands, prompting tsunami warnings in parts of Kamchatka. Although wave heights are low, authorities urge people to stay away from the shore. Scientists say both the eruption and quakes may be aftershocks of a massive earlier earthquake.

India is set to launch bio-fortified potatoes with the introduction of three nutrient-rich varieties : Kufri Chipsona-5, Kufri Bhaskar, and the purple-fleshed Kufri Jamunia developed by ICAR–CPRI. These medium-maturing varieties offer higher yields, better storability, and resilience to climate change. Notably, Kufri Jamunia is rich in anthocyanins, vitamin C, and carotenoids. The move aims to improve nutritional security and promote innovative farming. Farmers across the country will soon gain access to these seeds, marking a step forward in agricultural advancement.

A cloudburst in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, triggered a massive landslide, causing significant disruption in the region. The sudden downpour led to debris flow and road blockages, hampering connectivity and posing risks to locals and travelers. Rescue operations are underway, and authorities are closely monitoring the situation. The incident highlights the ongoing threat of extreme weather events in the hill state during the monsoon season.

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A 16-year-old student, Sabri, became the first Muslim girl to perform Kathakali at Kerala Kalamandalam since its founding in 1930. Daughter of Nizam Ammas and Neesha, she made her arangettam in Krishna Vesham, fulfilling a long-cherished dream. Sabri joined Kalamandalam in the eighth grade after clearing the entrance exam, marking a historic enrollment. Trained in Thekkan Kathakali under maestros like Kalamandalam Gopi and Anil Kumar, she now continues her journey as a dedicated tenth-grade student honing her art.

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying plans to launch the National Camel Sustainability Initiative (NCSI) to address the sharp decline in India’s camel population. A draft policy paper, prepared with FAO, notes that camels, once symbols of desert resilience, now face survival threats, especially in Rajasthan and Gujarat where 90% of them live. India’s camel numbers fell from 11 lakh in 1977 to 2.52 lakh in 2019. The plan calls for breeding support, livelihood protection, and legal reforms, including revising the Rajasthan Camel Act and enabling safe inter-state trade.