📖 Important Current Affairs For All Upcoming Exams
#English
1) The Banaras Shehnai, a traditional Indian wind instrument, has been awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing its origins and craftsmanship in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
➨This GI tag formally protects the instrument's unique character and heritage.
▪️Uttar Pradesh :-
➨Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dudhwa National Park
➨National Chambal Sanctuary
➨Govind Vallabh Pant Sagar Lake
➨Kashi Vishwanath Temple
➨Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
2) The Hardik Singh-led Hockey Punjab team won the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship Trophy 2025 by comprehensively defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh 4-1 in the final.
3) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been elected to chair INTERPOL’s Committee on Governance, marking a significant step in its rising influence in global security and law enforcement.
4) The Tamil Nadu government has announced the constitution of a three-member committee headed by former Supreme Court Judge Justice Kurian Joseph to review centre-state relations.
▪️Tamil Nadu :-
➨ CM - M K Stalin
➨ Guindy National Park
➨ Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
➨Sathyamangalam tiger reserve (STR)
➨Mudumalai National Park
➨Mukurthi National Park
➨ Indira Gandhi (Anamalai) National Park
➨Kalakkad Mundanthurai tiger reserve (KMTR)
5) According to the NITI Aayog’s “Automotive Industry: Powering India’s Participation in Global Value Chains” report, India is the fourth largest automobile producer in the world after China, the United States of America and Japan.
6) Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, an Olympic silver medallist and one of India’s most accomplished weightlifters was appointed as the Chairperson of the newly formed Athletes Commission under the Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF).
7) For the first time, Indian Railways has introduced an ATM inside a train, allowing passengers on the Mumbai-Manmad Panchavati Express to withdraw cash during their journey.
➨ Central Railway (CR) has introduced this to make travel a little more convenient for passengers who might need cash during their journey.
8) Indian athletes won medals - one gold, five silver and five bronze - at the Asian U18 Athletics Championships 2025, which concluded in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
9) Saurabh Chaudhary, a 22-year-old Indian shooter from Uttar Pradesh, made a strong comeback by winning a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Lima, Peru.
10) The 3rd edition of the Indian Navy’s Meteorological and Oceanological Symposium, Meghayan-25, was held at Nausena Bhawan in New Delhi.
➨ The event coincided with the celebration of World Meteorological Day and focused on enhancing collaboration and awareness in marine meteorology and oceanology.
11) Maharashtra signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IBM to drive AI-based transformation across government operations.
➨The collaboration will leverage artificial intelligence, hybrid cloud, and data analytics to boost administrative efficiency and improve public service delivery.
12) Union Minister of State for fisheries George Kurian launched a slew of fisheries development projects in Karaikal under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
13) India has become the 17th country in the world to establish an Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU), marking a significant step in the fight against doping in sports.
➨The unit was inaugurated by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday at the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL).
#English
1) The Banaras Shehnai, a traditional Indian wind instrument, has been awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing its origins and craftsmanship in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
➨This GI tag formally protects the instrument's unique character and heritage.
▪️Uttar Pradesh :-
➨Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dudhwa National Park
➨National Chambal Sanctuary
➨Govind Vallabh Pant Sagar Lake
➨Kashi Vishwanath Temple
➨Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
2) The Hardik Singh-led Hockey Punjab team won the 15th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship Trophy 2025 by comprehensively defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh 4-1 in the final.
3) The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been elected to chair INTERPOL’s Committee on Governance, marking a significant step in its rising influence in global security and law enforcement.
4) The Tamil Nadu government has announced the constitution of a three-member committee headed by former Supreme Court Judge Justice Kurian Joseph to review centre-state relations.
▪️Tamil Nadu :-
➨ CM - M K Stalin
➨ Guindy National Park
➨ Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
➨Sathyamangalam tiger reserve (STR)
➨Mudumalai National Park
➨Mukurthi National Park
➨ Indira Gandhi (Anamalai) National Park
➨Kalakkad Mundanthurai tiger reserve (KMTR)
5) According to the NITI Aayog’s “Automotive Industry: Powering India’s Participation in Global Value Chains” report, India is the fourth largest automobile producer in the world after China, the United States of America and Japan.
6) Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, an Olympic silver medallist and one of India’s most accomplished weightlifters was appointed as the Chairperson of the newly formed Athletes Commission under the Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF).
7) For the first time, Indian Railways has introduced an ATM inside a train, allowing passengers on the Mumbai-Manmad Panchavati Express to withdraw cash during their journey.
➨ Central Railway (CR) has introduced this to make travel a little more convenient for passengers who might need cash during their journey.
8) Indian athletes won medals - one gold, five silver and five bronze - at the Asian U18 Athletics Championships 2025, which concluded in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
9) Saurabh Chaudhary, a 22-year-old Indian shooter from Uttar Pradesh, made a strong comeback by winning a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol at the ISSF World Cup 2025 in Lima, Peru.
10) The 3rd edition of the Indian Navy’s Meteorological and Oceanological Symposium, Meghayan-25, was held at Nausena Bhawan in New Delhi.
➨ The event coincided with the celebration of World Meteorological Day and focused on enhancing collaboration and awareness in marine meteorology and oceanology.
11) Maharashtra signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IBM to drive AI-based transformation across government operations.
➨The collaboration will leverage artificial intelligence, hybrid cloud, and data analytics to boost administrative efficiency and improve public service delivery.
12) Union Minister of State for fisheries George Kurian launched a slew of fisheries development projects in Karaikal under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).
13) India has become the 17th country in the world to establish an Athlete Passport Management Unit (APMU), marking a significant step in the fight against doping in sports.
➨The unit was inaugurated by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Thursday at the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL).
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static Gk: 24 June 2025
#English
1) Tripura has become the third state in India, after Mizoram and Goa, to achieve complete functional literacy. This achievement was announced by Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha during a ceremony in Agartala, where top performers from various districts in the Foundational and Numeracy Assessment Test were honoured.
▪️Tripura :-
➨CM - Manik Saha
➨Governor - Satyadev Narayan Arya
➨Bison (Rajbari) National Park
➨Clouded Leopard National Park
➨Trishna Wild Life Sanctuary
➨Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Rowa Wildlife Sanctuary
2) The multinational military Exercise Khaan Quest is hosted by Mongolia in its capital, Ulaanbaatar.
➨ Initially launched in 2003 as a bilateral effort between the United States and Mongolia, the exercise has grown into a multinational event promoting peacekeeping and military cooperation.
3) Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary footballer and five-time Ballon d'Or winner, has been appointed as the Global Ambassador for the 2025 Esports World Cup.
4) The United Nations declared 4 December as the International Day Against Unilateral Coercive Measures.
➨ The resolution aims to raise awareness against the impact of unilateral sanctions.
5) The opening match of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 will be played on September 30 in Bengaluru, between India and Sri Lanka.
➨ India and Sri Lanka are co-hosting the tournament.
6) Bihar became the first Indian state to implement the e-voting system.
➨ It uses Android mobile apps with features like blockchain, face scan, and liveness detection.
7) Sustainable Gastronomy Day was first officially celebrated on June 18, 2017.
➨ The day promotes sustainable food practices and supports SDG goals like Zero Hunger and Climate Action.
8) Lieutenant Commander Yashasvi Solanki became the first woman naval officer appointed as Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to the President.
➨ Her key role is to ensure coordination and communication between the President and the military.
9) DFCC Bank PLC of Sri Lanka made history by becoming the first foreign corporation to list a green bond on India’s NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) at GIFT City.
10) China and South Korea will co-host the 4th United Nations Ocean Conference in 2028.
➨ The announcement came during the 3rd UN Ocean Conference in Nice, France.
11) The Kali Tiger Reserve, located in Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, has been in the news for increasing tourism concerns.
➨ It includes Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary and Anshi National Park in the Western Ghats.
12) The National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal, has been granted a Category A Rinderpest Holding Facility status by the World Organisation for Animal Health for one year.
➨ Rinderpest was declared eradicated globally in 2011.
13) Smriti Mandhana became the No. 1 in the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings (2025).
➨ She topped the chart with 727 points, ahead of Laura Wolvaardt and Nat Sciver-Brunt.
14) The United Nations General Assembly declared 2026 as the International Year of Women Farmers.
➨ The declaration highlights women’s contribution to global food supply and aims to address gender inequality in agriculture.
15) Arun Srinivas was appointed as the new Managing Director and Head of Meta in India, effective from July 1, 2025.
➨ He will focus on business growth and strategic partnerships across India.
16) Goa Shipyard Limited launched the fifth Fast Patrol Vessel 'Achal' for the Indian Coast Guard.
➨ It is part of the Adamya-class series, entirely designed and built in India, costing ₹473 crore.
#English
1) Tripura has become the third state in India, after Mizoram and Goa, to achieve complete functional literacy. This achievement was announced by Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha during a ceremony in Agartala, where top performers from various districts in the Foundational and Numeracy Assessment Test were honoured.
▪️Tripura :-
➨CM - Manik Saha
➨Governor - Satyadev Narayan Arya
➨Bison (Rajbari) National Park
➨Clouded Leopard National Park
➨Trishna Wild Life Sanctuary
➨Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Rowa Wildlife Sanctuary
2) The multinational military Exercise Khaan Quest is hosted by Mongolia in its capital, Ulaanbaatar.
➨ Initially launched in 2003 as a bilateral effort between the United States and Mongolia, the exercise has grown into a multinational event promoting peacekeeping and military cooperation.
3) Cristiano Ronaldo, the legendary footballer and five-time Ballon d'Or winner, has been appointed as the Global Ambassador for the 2025 Esports World Cup.
4) The United Nations declared 4 December as the International Day Against Unilateral Coercive Measures.
➨ The resolution aims to raise awareness against the impact of unilateral sanctions.
5) The opening match of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 will be played on September 30 in Bengaluru, between India and Sri Lanka.
➨ India and Sri Lanka are co-hosting the tournament.
6) Bihar became the first Indian state to implement the e-voting system.
➨ It uses Android mobile apps with features like blockchain, face scan, and liveness detection.
7) Sustainable Gastronomy Day was first officially celebrated on June 18, 2017.
➨ The day promotes sustainable food practices and supports SDG goals like Zero Hunger and Climate Action.
8) Lieutenant Commander Yashasvi Solanki became the first woman naval officer appointed as Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to the President.
➨ Her key role is to ensure coordination and communication between the President and the military.
9) DFCC Bank PLC of Sri Lanka made history by becoming the first foreign corporation to list a green bond on India’s NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) at GIFT City.
10) China and South Korea will co-host the 4th United Nations Ocean Conference in 2028.
➨ The announcement came during the 3rd UN Ocean Conference in Nice, France.
11) The Kali Tiger Reserve, located in Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, has been in the news for increasing tourism concerns.
➨ It includes Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary and Anshi National Park in the Western Ghats.
12) The National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD), Bhopal, has been granted a Category A Rinderpest Holding Facility status by the World Organisation for Animal Health for one year.
➨ Rinderpest was declared eradicated globally in 2011.
13) Smriti Mandhana became the No. 1 in the ICC Women's ODI Batting Rankings (2025).
➨ She topped the chart with 727 points, ahead of Laura Wolvaardt and Nat Sciver-Brunt.
14) The United Nations General Assembly declared 2026 as the International Year of Women Farmers.
➨ The declaration highlights women’s contribution to global food supply and aims to address gender inequality in agriculture.
15) Arun Srinivas was appointed as the new Managing Director and Head of Meta in India, effective from July 1, 2025.
➨ He will focus on business growth and strategic partnerships across India.
16) Goa Shipyard Limited launched the fifth Fast Patrol Vessel 'Achal' for the Indian Coast Guard.
➨ It is part of the Adamya-class series, entirely designed and built in India, costing ₹473 crore.
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK: 26 June 2025
#English
1) India's largest Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal was inaugurated at Maruti Suzuki, Manesar by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
➨ It is linked via a 10 km rail line to Patli Station and is part of the 121.7 km Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor and developed by Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (HRIDC).
2) OpenAI secured a significant $200 million contract from the U.S. Department of Defense in June 2025 to develop cutting-edge artificial intelligence solutions for national security and military operations.
3) India and France are holding the 8th edition of their biennial joint military exercise, 'Shakti 2025', from June 18 to July 1, 2025, at Camp Larzac in France.
➨ The drill features participation from 90 soldiers of the Indian Army's Jammu and Kashmir Rifles and 90 personnel from the French Army’s 13th Foreign Legion Half-Brigade.
4) INS Arnala, the first of 16 Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts, was inducted into the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam. It is Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders with L&T.
5) The UN General Assembly recognized Sickle Cell Disease as a public health problem on 22 December 2008.
➨ World Sickle Cell Day: 19 June.
➨ 2025 Theme: Global Action, Local Impact.
6) India launched Operation Sindhu to evacuate citizens stranded due to Iran–Israel conflict.
➨ 110 students were airlifted from Armenia’s capital Yerevan.
7) Former ISRO scientist Nellai Su Muthu passed away; he served as a Senior Scientist at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.
➨ Collaborated with APJ Abdul Kalam.
➨ Author of 70+ science books, including award-winning Vinveli 2057.
8) Bihar created history by being the first state in India to implement a mobile-based e-voting system during its 2024 urban local body elections.
➨This initiative, led by the Bihar State Election Commission with technical support from C-DAC, aims to boost voter turnout, particularly among marginalized communities such as migrant workers, senior citizens, and individuals with disabilities.
▪️Bihar CM - Nitish Kumar
➨ Governor - Arif Mohammad Khan
➨Mangala Gowri Temple
➨Mithila Shakti Peeth Temple
➨Valmiki National Park
➨Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Udaipur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary
9) Ram Bahadur Rai, President of IGNCA Trust, received the Padma Bhushan at the IGNCA office from Satpal Chauhan, as he couldn't attend the ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
10) Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced a FASTag-based Annual Pass for private vehicles, valid from 15 August 2025.
➨ ₹3,000 per year, covering 200 trips.
➨ Toll auto-deducted using ANPR cameras and FASTag readers.
11) Mizoram signed an MoU with Digital India Bhashini Division to support native language technology and multilingual digital governance.
▪️Mizoram CM – Lalduhoma
➨ Governor –V. K. Singh
➨ Dampa Tiger Reserve
➨ Ngengpui Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Tawi Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Thorangtlang Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Phawngpui National Park (known as Blue Mountain National Park– highest peak in Mizoram)
➨ Murlen National Park
12) The 22nd edition of the ‘Secretariat Reforms’ report (for May 2025) was released by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances.
13) The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the largest tribal empowerment campaign, ‘Dharti Aba Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan’, across 549 tribal districts and 207 PVTG areas.
➨ Aims to deliver Aadhaar, Ayushman, Jan Dhan, PM-Kisan, pensions, scholarships, insurance, and skilling schemes at doorstep.
14) The 25th meeting of the Central Zonal Council took place in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on 24th June 2025, under the chairmanship of Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah.
➨ The previous 24th meeting was convened on 7th October 2023 at Narendra Nagar in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
#English
1) India's largest Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminal was inaugurated at Maruti Suzuki, Manesar by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
➨ It is linked via a 10 km rail line to Patli Station and is part of the 121.7 km Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor and developed by Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation (HRIDC).
2) OpenAI secured a significant $200 million contract from the U.S. Department of Defense in June 2025 to develop cutting-edge artificial intelligence solutions for national security and military operations.
3) India and France are holding the 8th edition of their biennial joint military exercise, 'Shakti 2025', from June 18 to July 1, 2025, at Camp Larzac in France.
➨ The drill features participation from 90 soldiers of the Indian Army's Jammu and Kashmir Rifles and 90 personnel from the French Army’s 13th Foreign Legion Half-Brigade.
4) INS Arnala, the first of 16 Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts, was inducted into the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam. It is Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders with L&T.
5) The UN General Assembly recognized Sickle Cell Disease as a public health problem on 22 December 2008.
➨ World Sickle Cell Day: 19 June.
➨ 2025 Theme: Global Action, Local Impact.
6) India launched Operation Sindhu to evacuate citizens stranded due to Iran–Israel conflict.
➨ 110 students were airlifted from Armenia’s capital Yerevan.
7) Former ISRO scientist Nellai Su Muthu passed away; he served as a Senior Scientist at Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.
➨ Collaborated with APJ Abdul Kalam.
➨ Author of 70+ science books, including award-winning Vinveli 2057.
8) Bihar created history by being the first state in India to implement a mobile-based e-voting system during its 2024 urban local body elections.
➨This initiative, led by the Bihar State Election Commission with technical support from C-DAC, aims to boost voter turnout, particularly among marginalized communities such as migrant workers, senior citizens, and individuals with disabilities.
▪️Bihar CM - Nitish Kumar
➨ Governor - Arif Mohammad Khan
➨Mangala Gowri Temple
➨Mithila Shakti Peeth Temple
➨Valmiki National Park
➨Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Udaipur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary
9) Ram Bahadur Rai, President of IGNCA Trust, received the Padma Bhushan at the IGNCA office from Satpal Chauhan, as he couldn't attend the ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
10) Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced a FASTag-based Annual Pass for private vehicles, valid from 15 August 2025.
➨ ₹3,000 per year, covering 200 trips.
➨ Toll auto-deducted using ANPR cameras and FASTag readers.
11) Mizoram signed an MoU with Digital India Bhashini Division to support native language technology and multilingual digital governance.
▪️Mizoram CM – Lalduhoma
➨ Governor –V. K. Singh
➨ Dampa Tiger Reserve
➨ Ngengpui Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Tawi Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Thorangtlang Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Phawngpui National Park (known as Blue Mountain National Park– highest peak in Mizoram)
➨ Murlen National Park
12) The 22nd edition of the ‘Secretariat Reforms’ report (for May 2025) was released by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances.
13) The Ministry of Tribal Affairs launched the largest tribal empowerment campaign, ‘Dharti Aba Jan Bhagidari Abhiyan’, across 549 tribal districts and 207 PVTG areas.
➨ Aims to deliver Aadhaar, Ayushman, Jan Dhan, PM-Kisan, pensions, scholarships, insurance, and skilling schemes at doorstep.
14) The 25th meeting of the Central Zonal Council took place in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on 24th June 2025, under the chairmanship of Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah.
➨ The previous 24th meeting was convened on 7th October 2023 at Narendra Nagar in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
📖 Important Current Affairs for All Upcoming Exams
#English
1) Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya launched the issuance of sports certificates via DigiLocker at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi.
➨ Prior to the launch, he inaugurated the National Centre for Sports Science and Research (NCSSR) at the same venue.
2) India imposed a 12% safeguard duty on certain steel imports, including non-alloy and alloy steel flat products.
➨ This measure was primarily triggered by concerns about "sudden and sharp" increases in steel imports, potentially linked to dumping from countries like China.
3) The central government has extended the term of RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar for one year, effective May 3, 2025. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved his reappointment for the extended term.
4) Achyuta Samanta, the founder of KIIT and KISS, received the 2025 Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award for his lifelong dedication to education and social empowerment.
➨The award was presented to him in Kokrajhar, Assam, by the Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Trust.
5) The Government of India has officially nominated M Revathi, Joint Wireless Advisor at the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), as the country’s candidate for the post of Director of the Radiocommunication Bureau at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
6) The World Bank has lowered its forecast for India's economic growth in the fiscal year 2025-26 by 0.4 percentage points to 6.3%, citing global economic weakness and persistent policy uncertainty.
➨ In its previous estimate, the multilateral institution had projected India's growth at 6.7% for the same period.
7) Exercise 'Aakraman' was conducted by the Indian Air Force to simulate attacks on both mountainous and ground targets, showcasing the IAF’s enhanced operational capabilities.
8) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has updated its Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) framework to enhance liquidity risk management and align with global standards.
➨The changes, set to take effect from April 1, 2026, include adjustments to run-off rates for specific deposit types and haircuts on government securities. The primary goal is to improve banks' liquidity resilience.
◾️Reserve Bank of India:-
➨Headquarters:- Mumbai, Maharashtra,
➨Established:- 1 April 1935, 1934 Act.
➨Hilton Young Commission
➨ First Governor - Sir Osborne Smith
➨ First Indian Governor - Chintaman Dwarkanath Deshmukh
➨Present Governor:- Sanjay Malhotra
9) The Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has proven to be a transformative tool for India's welfare delivery, significantly enhancing the efficiency of public spending and expanding the reach of social benefits.
10) The 10th Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, LSAM 24, was officially inducted into the Indian Navy at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai.
➨These barges play a crucial role in transporting ammunition, torpedoes, and missiles to various naval platforms.
11) Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan presented the third ‘Yashraj Bharti Samman’ awards to three service organizations in India working at the grassroots level in the fields of healthcare, sustainable development, and good governance.
➨The awards were conferred to ‘Jan Swasthya Sahayog’ from Chhattisgarh, ‘Pratham Education Foundation’ and the ‘Services Plus’ platform developed by the National Informatics Centre at NCPA Mumbai.
12) The Modi Memento Museum was launched in Bihar, showcasing 56 exclusive souvenirs once received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
➨ The museum is the brainchild of Yamuna Sikariya, a young entrepreneur from Motihari, who was inspired by the Prime Minister's campaign for a clean Ganga under the Namami Gange Programme.
▪️Bihar CM - Nitish Kumar
➨ Governor - Arif Mohammad Khan
➨Mangala Gowri Temple
➨Mithila Shakti Peeth Temple
➨Valmiki National Park
➨Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Udaipur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Pant Wildlife Sanctuary
#English
1) Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya launched the issuance of sports certificates via DigiLocker at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi.
➨ Prior to the launch, he inaugurated the National Centre for Sports Science and Research (NCSSR) at the same venue.
2) India imposed a 12% safeguard duty on certain steel imports, including non-alloy and alloy steel flat products.
➨ This measure was primarily triggered by concerns about "sudden and sharp" increases in steel imports, potentially linked to dumping from countries like China.
3) The central government has extended the term of RBI Deputy Governor T Rabi Sankar for one year, effective May 3, 2025. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved his reappointment for the extended term.
4) Achyuta Samanta, the founder of KIIT and KISS, received the 2025 Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award for his lifelong dedication to education and social empowerment.
➨The award was presented to him in Kokrajhar, Assam, by the Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Trust.
5) The Government of India has officially nominated M Revathi, Joint Wireless Advisor at the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), as the country’s candidate for the post of Director of the Radiocommunication Bureau at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
6) The World Bank has lowered its forecast for India's economic growth in the fiscal year 2025-26 by 0.4 percentage points to 6.3%, citing global economic weakness and persistent policy uncertainty.
➨ In its previous estimate, the multilateral institution had projected India's growth at 6.7% for the same period.
7) Exercise 'Aakraman' was conducted by the Indian Air Force to simulate attacks on both mountainous and ground targets, showcasing the IAF’s enhanced operational capabilities.
8) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has updated its Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) framework to enhance liquidity risk management and align with global standards.
➨The changes, set to take effect from April 1, 2026, include adjustments to run-off rates for specific deposit types and haircuts on government securities. The primary goal is to improve banks' liquidity resilience.
◾️Reserve Bank of India:-
➨Headquarters:- Mumbai, Maharashtra,
➨Established:- 1 April 1935, 1934 Act.
➨Hilton Young Commission
➨ First Governor - Sir Osborne Smith
➨ First Indian Governor - Chintaman Dwarkanath Deshmukh
➨Present Governor:- Sanjay Malhotra
9) The Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has proven to be a transformative tool for India's welfare delivery, significantly enhancing the efficiency of public spending and expanding the reach of social benefits.
10) The 10th Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, LSAM 24, was officially inducted into the Indian Navy at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai.
➨These barges play a crucial role in transporting ammunition, torpedoes, and missiles to various naval platforms.
11) Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan presented the third ‘Yashraj Bharti Samman’ awards to three service organizations in India working at the grassroots level in the fields of healthcare, sustainable development, and good governance.
➨The awards were conferred to ‘Jan Swasthya Sahayog’ from Chhattisgarh, ‘Pratham Education Foundation’ and the ‘Services Plus’ platform developed by the National Informatics Centre at NCPA Mumbai.
12) The Modi Memento Museum was launched in Bihar, showcasing 56 exclusive souvenirs once received by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
➨ The museum is the brainchild of Yamuna Sikariya, a young entrepreneur from Motihari, who was inspired by the Prime Minister's campaign for a clean Ganga under the Namami Gange Programme.
▪️Bihar CM - Nitish Kumar
➨ Governor - Arif Mohammad Khan
➨Mangala Gowri Temple
➨Mithila Shakti Peeth Temple
➨Valmiki National Park
➨Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Udaipur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Pant Wildlife Sanctuary
📖 Important Current Affairs for All Upcoming Exams
#English
1) Former bureaucrat Anuradha Prasad was sworn in as a Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) member.
➨ Ms. Prasad is a former Secretary of the Inter-State Council Secretariat under the Home Ministry.
➨The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Lt Gen Raj Shukla (retd), the senior most member of the Commission.
2) Union Minister of State for Education and Development of the North Eastern Region, Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, inaugurated a two-day National Workshop on Multi-Disciplinary Education and Research Universities (MERU) under Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA) at ICAR, New Delhi.
3) The Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) was officially launched in Mumbai during the WAVES 2025 event by the Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw.
➨ This institution is part of a national effort to promote excellence in the AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) sector, aiming to position India as a global hub for digital creativity.
4) India has risen to rank 151 out of 180 in the World Press Freedom Index 2025. The report, put together by Reporters Without Borders (RWB) raised alarm about economic pressure being a pressing concern for most media outlets worldwide. India ranked 159 in 2024.
5) The Ministry of Labour & Employment has partnered with Rapido by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance employment opportunities in the logistics and transport sector through the National Career Service (NCS) portal.
6) Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, inaugurated the Khelo India Multipurpose Hall in Kamle district of Arunachal Pradesh.
7) The government reconstituted the National Security Advisory Board and appointed former R&AW chief Alok Joshi as its chairman.
➨Other members include former Western Air Commander Air Marshal PM Sinha, Lt Gen AK Singh and Rear Admiral Monty Khanna are the retired officers from the military services.
8) India and Denmark have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding to deepen their energy cooperation, with a strong focus on clean and sustainable energy solutions.
9) The Indian Air Force (IAF) commenced its much-anticipated "land and go" drill on the 3.5-km stretch of the Ganga Expressway in Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in the country's defence preparedness.
▪️Uttar Pradesh :-
➨Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dudhwa National Park
➨National Chambal Sanctuary
➨Govind Vallabh Pant Sagar Lake
➨Kashi Vishwanath Temple
➨Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
10) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal has secured the second rank among hospitals across the country for successfully implementing a paperless and queue-less OPD registration system under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).
11) India delivered an impressive performance at the inaugural Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships in Amman, Jordan, securing a total of 43 medals across various categories. These included 15 gold, 6 silver, and 22 bronze medals.
12) A contingent of mountaineers from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has scaled Mount Makalu, the world's fifth tallest peak located in Nepal, making it a first among the central armed police forces in the India.
#English
1) Former bureaucrat Anuradha Prasad was sworn in as a Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) member.
➨ Ms. Prasad is a former Secretary of the Inter-State Council Secretariat under the Home Ministry.
➨The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Lt Gen Raj Shukla (retd), the senior most member of the Commission.
2) Union Minister of State for Education and Development of the North Eastern Region, Dr. Sukanta Majumdar, inaugurated a two-day National Workshop on Multi-Disciplinary Education and Research Universities (MERU) under Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA) at ICAR, New Delhi.
3) The Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) was officially launched in Mumbai during the WAVES 2025 event by the Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw.
➨ This institution is part of a national effort to promote excellence in the AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) sector, aiming to position India as a global hub for digital creativity.
4) India has risen to rank 151 out of 180 in the World Press Freedom Index 2025. The report, put together by Reporters Without Borders (RWB) raised alarm about economic pressure being a pressing concern for most media outlets worldwide. India ranked 159 in 2024.
5) The Ministry of Labour & Employment has partnered with Rapido by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance employment opportunities in the logistics and transport sector through the National Career Service (NCS) portal.
6) Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, inaugurated the Khelo India Multipurpose Hall in Kamle district of Arunachal Pradesh.
7) The government reconstituted the National Security Advisory Board and appointed former R&AW chief Alok Joshi as its chairman.
➨Other members include former Western Air Commander Air Marshal PM Sinha, Lt Gen AK Singh and Rear Admiral Monty Khanna are the retired officers from the military services.
8) India and Denmark have signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding to deepen their energy cooperation, with a strong focus on clean and sustainable energy solutions.
9) The Indian Air Force (IAF) commenced its much-anticipated "land and go" drill on the 3.5-km stretch of the Ganga Expressway in Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in the country's defence preparedness.
▪️Uttar Pradesh :-
➨Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dudhwa National Park
➨National Chambal Sanctuary
➨Govind Vallabh Pant Sagar Lake
➨Kashi Vishwanath Temple
➨Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
10) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal has secured the second rank among hospitals across the country for successfully implementing a paperless and queue-less OPD registration system under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).
11) India delivered an impressive performance at the inaugural Asian U-15 & U-17 Boxing Championships in Amman, Jordan, securing a total of 43 medals across various categories. These included 15 gold, 6 silver, and 22 bronze medals.
12) A contingent of mountaineers from the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has scaled Mount Makalu, the world's fifth tallest peak located in Nepal, making it a first among the central armed police forces in the India.
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK: 05 July 2025
#English
1) Sub-Lieutenant Astha Poonia has scripted history by becoming the Indian Navy’s first woman fighter pilot after successfully completing the Basic Hawk Conversion course.
➨ She, along with Lieutenant Atul Kumar Dhull, was conferred the prestigious ‘Wings of Gold’ by Rear Admiral Janak Bevli, Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Air), during a ceremony held at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam.
2) The Union Cabinet has sanctioned the construction of a 46.7 km long four-lane highway between Paramakudi and Ramanathapuram in Tamil Nadu under National Highway-87 (NH-87), aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity in the region.
▪️ Tamil Nadu:
➨ Governor – R.N.Ravi
➨ Chief Minister – M. K. Stalin
➨ Famous Temples – Meenakshi Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple
➨ Wildlife Sanctuaries – Mudumalai, Gulf of Mannar, Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve
3) According to UNCTAD’s World Investment Report 2025, the United States received the highest FDI in 2024.
➨ U.S.: $279 billion; India – $27.55 billion (1.9% decline)
▪️ UNCTAD:-
➨ Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
➨ Founded: 1964
4) The Union Cabinet approved the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025.
➨ It replaces the 2001 policy and aims to position India as a global sports leader.
5) The Union Cabinet approved an Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme worth ₹99,446 crore.
➨ Target: Create 3.5 crore jobs in 2 years
➨ Focus: Manufacturing and social security
6) INS Tamal — a stealth-guided missile frigate built under Project 1135.6 (Talwar-class) — was officially commissioned at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia, marking a key milestone in India’s naval modernization and its push for greater defence indigenization and strategic capabilities.
7. The RailOne app was launched by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to integrate all railway passenger services.
➨ Features: Ticketing, live train status, taxi booking
8) Udayagiri, the second stealth frigate under Project 17A, was handed over to the Indian Navy.
➨ Built by MDL and GRSE for deep-sea operations
9) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will represent India at the 10th New Development Bank (NDB) Board of Governors meeting in Brazil.
➨ She will also attend the BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting.
▪️ New Development Bank (NDB):-
➨ HQ – Shanghai, China
➨ Established – 2015 (by BRICS nations)
10) Indian shuttler Aayush Shetty won his first BWF World Tour title at the 2025 US Open.
➨ Defeated Brian Yang in the final
➨ First Indian men’s singles title on foreign soil since 2023
11) IIT Roorkee signed an MoU with the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) to promote research in the power sector.
▪️ IIT Roorkee :-
➨ Founded: 1847
➨ Status: Institute of National Importance
12) The WaveX Startup Challenge 2025 was launched by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
➨ Focus: AI-based solution 'BhashaSetu' for real-time language translation
13) Sudhanshu Mittal has been unanimously re-elected as the President of the Kho Kho Federation of India for a new four-year term (2025–2029).
➨ Meanwhile, Upkar Singh Virk, representing the Punjab Kho Kho Association, has been appointed as the Federation’s new General Secretary.
14) New Delhi hosted the three-day 23rd Regional Meeting of National Authorities of States Parties in Asia, organized by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), which concluded successfully with discussions on chemical safety and international cooperation.
#English
1) Sub-Lieutenant Astha Poonia has scripted history by becoming the Indian Navy’s first woman fighter pilot after successfully completing the Basic Hawk Conversion course.
➨ She, along with Lieutenant Atul Kumar Dhull, was conferred the prestigious ‘Wings of Gold’ by Rear Admiral Janak Bevli, Assistant Chief of Naval Staff (Air), during a ceremony held at INS Dega, Visakhapatnam.
2) The Union Cabinet has sanctioned the construction of a 46.7 km long four-lane highway between Paramakudi and Ramanathapuram in Tamil Nadu under National Highway-87 (NH-87), aimed at easing traffic congestion and improving connectivity in the region.
▪️ Tamil Nadu:
➨ Governor – R.N.Ravi
➨ Chief Minister – M. K. Stalin
➨ Famous Temples – Meenakshi Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple
➨ Wildlife Sanctuaries – Mudumalai, Gulf of Mannar, Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve
3) According to UNCTAD’s World Investment Report 2025, the United States received the highest FDI in 2024.
➨ U.S.: $279 billion; India – $27.55 billion (1.9% decline)
▪️ UNCTAD:-
➨ Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
➨ Founded: 1964
4) The Union Cabinet approved the National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025.
➨ It replaces the 2001 policy and aims to position India as a global sports leader.
5) The Union Cabinet approved an Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme worth ₹99,446 crore.
➨ Target: Create 3.5 crore jobs in 2 years
➨ Focus: Manufacturing and social security
6) INS Tamal — a stealth-guided missile frigate built under Project 1135.6 (Talwar-class) — was officially commissioned at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia, marking a key milestone in India’s naval modernization and its push for greater defence indigenization and strategic capabilities.
7. The RailOne app was launched by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to integrate all railway passenger services.
➨ Features: Ticketing, live train status, taxi booking
8) Udayagiri, the second stealth frigate under Project 17A, was handed over to the Indian Navy.
➨ Built by MDL and GRSE for deep-sea operations
9) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will represent India at the 10th New Development Bank (NDB) Board of Governors meeting in Brazil.
➨ She will also attend the BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting.
▪️ New Development Bank (NDB):-
➨ HQ – Shanghai, China
➨ Established – 2015 (by BRICS nations)
10) Indian shuttler Aayush Shetty won his first BWF World Tour title at the 2025 US Open.
➨ Defeated Brian Yang in the final
➨ First Indian men’s singles title on foreign soil since 2023
11) IIT Roorkee signed an MoU with the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) to promote research in the power sector.
▪️ IIT Roorkee :-
➨ Founded: 1847
➨ Status: Institute of National Importance
12) The WaveX Startup Challenge 2025 was launched by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
➨ Focus: AI-based solution 'BhashaSetu' for real-time language translation
13) Sudhanshu Mittal has been unanimously re-elected as the President of the Kho Kho Federation of India for a new four-year term (2025–2029).
➨ Meanwhile, Upkar Singh Virk, representing the Punjab Kho Kho Association, has been appointed as the Federation’s new General Secretary.
14) New Delhi hosted the three-day 23rd Regional Meeting of National Authorities of States Parties in Asia, organized by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW), which concluded successfully with discussions on chemical safety and international cooperation.
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK: 07 July 2025
#English
1) To broaden social security coverage across the nation, the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has re-launched the SPREE 2025 (Scheme for Promotion of Registration of Employers and Employees), following its approval during the 196th ESIC meeting held in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
▪️ Himachal Pradesh :-
CM :- Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
➠Kinnaura tribe , Lahaule Tribe, Gaddi Tribe and Gujjar Tribe
➠Sankat Mochan Temple.
➠Tara Devi Temple
➠Great Himalayan National Park
➠Pin Valley National Park
➠Simbalbara National Park
➠Inderkilla National Park
2) Smriti Mandhana became the first Indian woman to score centuries in all three formats of international cricket.
➤ Achieved during the 1st T20I vs England in Nottingham – 112 runs (62 balls)
➤ She and Shafali Verma also became the highest partnership pair in Women’s T20Is (2724 runs)
3) President Droupadi Murmu unveiled and flagged off the three prestigious Durand Cup trophies — the Durand Cup, the Shimla Trophy, and the President’s Cup — during a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan, officially launching the world’s third-oldest and Asia’s oldest club football tournament, the Durand Cup.
4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the highest civilian honour of Trinidad and Tobago, ‘The Order of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago’, as both nations signed six agreements/MoUs to further enhance and solidify their bilateral ties.
5) Tegbir Singh (6 years, 9 months) became the youngest person in the world to summit Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak.
➤ Accompanied by father Sukhinderdeep Singh
➤ Previous record – 7 years
➤ Also youngest Asian to summit Mount Kilimanjaro (2024)
6) Ministry of Coal launched a new community development framework called RECLAIM.
➤ Full form: Not specified
➤ Focus: Sustainable transition for communities affected by mine closures
➤ Collaboration with Heartfulness Institute
7) Divyanshi Bhowmick won the U-15 Girls’ Singles title at the 29th Asian Youth TT Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
➤ Defeated China’s Zhu Qihi in finals (4–2)
➤ First Indian to win this title in 36 years
➤ Total medals for India: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze
8) The C-FLOOD system, launched by Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil, covers flood-prone basins of Mahanadi, Godavari, and Tapi.
➤ Forecasts floods up to 2 days in advance
➤ Developed by C-DAC Pune + Central Water Commission
9) India’s first wooden gurdwara, Sri Nanak Niwas, was built in Fazilka, Punjab.
➤ Made from Finnish cedar wood
➤ Size: 40ft × 40ft, with 4 doors for inclusivity
➤ Designed by Iqbal Singh, carpenter from Ludhiana
10) Reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju has won the rapid title at the Rapid and Blitz tournament part of the 2025 Grand Chess Tour at Zagreb in Croatia.
11) The Savitribai Phule National Institute of Women and Child Development inaugurated its 6th regional centre in Ranchi, Jharkhand, which will serve the eastern states of Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, and West Bengal.
▪️Jharkhand :-
CM - Hemant Soren
Governor - Santosh Gangwar
Baidyanath Temple
Parasnath wildlife sanctuary
Dalma wildlife sanctuary
Palamau wildlife sanctuary
Koderma wildlife sanctuary
Udhwa Lake Bird sanctuary
Palkot wildlife sanctuary
Mahuadanr wildlife sanctuary
#English
1) To broaden social security coverage across the nation, the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has re-launched the SPREE 2025 (Scheme for Promotion of Registration of Employers and Employees), following its approval during the 196th ESIC meeting held in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
▪️ Himachal Pradesh :-
CM :- Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
➠Kinnaura tribe , Lahaule Tribe, Gaddi Tribe and Gujjar Tribe
➠Sankat Mochan Temple.
➠Tara Devi Temple
➠Great Himalayan National Park
➠Pin Valley National Park
➠Simbalbara National Park
➠Inderkilla National Park
2) Smriti Mandhana became the first Indian woman to score centuries in all three formats of international cricket.
➤ Achieved during the 1st T20I vs England in Nottingham – 112 runs (62 balls)
➤ She and Shafali Verma also became the highest partnership pair in Women’s T20Is (2724 runs)
3) President Droupadi Murmu unveiled and flagged off the three prestigious Durand Cup trophies — the Durand Cup, the Shimla Trophy, and the President’s Cup — during a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan, officially launching the world’s third-oldest and Asia’s oldest club football tournament, the Durand Cup.
4) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the highest civilian honour of Trinidad and Tobago, ‘The Order of the Republic of Trinidad & Tobago’, as both nations signed six agreements/MoUs to further enhance and solidify their bilateral ties.
5) Tegbir Singh (6 years, 9 months) became the youngest person in the world to summit Mount Elbrus, Europe’s highest peak.
➤ Accompanied by father Sukhinderdeep Singh
➤ Previous record – 7 years
➤ Also youngest Asian to summit Mount Kilimanjaro (2024)
6) Ministry of Coal launched a new community development framework called RECLAIM.
➤ Full form: Not specified
➤ Focus: Sustainable transition for communities affected by mine closures
➤ Collaboration with Heartfulness Institute
7) Divyanshi Bhowmick won the U-15 Girls’ Singles title at the 29th Asian Youth TT Championships in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
➤ Defeated China’s Zhu Qihi in finals (4–2)
➤ First Indian to win this title in 36 years
➤ Total medals for India: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze
8) The C-FLOOD system, launched by Jal Shakti Minister C.R. Patil, covers flood-prone basins of Mahanadi, Godavari, and Tapi.
➤ Forecasts floods up to 2 days in advance
➤ Developed by C-DAC Pune + Central Water Commission
9) India’s first wooden gurdwara, Sri Nanak Niwas, was built in Fazilka, Punjab.
➤ Made from Finnish cedar wood
➤ Size: 40ft × 40ft, with 4 doors for inclusivity
➤ Designed by Iqbal Singh, carpenter from Ludhiana
10) Reigning World Champion Gukesh Dommaraju has won the rapid title at the Rapid and Blitz tournament part of the 2025 Grand Chess Tour at Zagreb in Croatia.
11) The Savitribai Phule National Institute of Women and Child Development inaugurated its 6th regional centre in Ranchi, Jharkhand, which will serve the eastern states of Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, and West Bengal.
▪️Jharkhand :-
CM - Hemant Soren
Governor - Santosh Gangwar
Baidyanath Temple
Parasnath wildlife sanctuary
Dalma wildlife sanctuary
Palamau wildlife sanctuary
Koderma wildlife sanctuary
Udhwa Lake Bird sanctuary
Palkot wildlife sanctuary
Mahuadanr wildlife sanctuary
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static Gk : 10 May 2025
#English
1) The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed the final user trial of the homegrown Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR) from the Indian Naval Ship (INS) Kavaratti.
2) IndiGo Airlines has appointed Amitabh Kant, former NITI Aayog CEO and India’s G20 Sherpa, as a Non-Executive Director on its Board, bringing his extensive policy expertise and leadership in initiatives like Make in India and Startup India.
3) Indian scientists from CeNS Bengaluru and AMU have achieved a breakthrough in supercapacitor technology.
➤ Developed lanthanum-doped silver niobate, enhancing energy density and charging speed.
➤ Promotes sustainable energy storage solutions.
4) Fintech specialist and Setu co-founder Sahil Kini has been named the new CEO of the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) in Bengaluru, taking over from Rajesh Bansal.
5) Pakistan assumed the monthly Presidency of the UN Security Council.
➤ Pakistan was elected with 182 out of 193 votes.
➤ Will host key events on multilateralism and OIC-UN cooperation.
6) The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) held its 23rd Regional Meeting from 1–3 July 2025 in New Delhi.
➤ Indian Chemical Council awarded the OPCW–The Hague Award 2024.
➤ India’s NACWC mentored Kenya’s authority in 2024.
7) PM Modi addressed Ghana’s Parliament, presenting India as the world’s largest democracy.
➤ Stressed shared history with Ghana and Global South’s voice in global affairs.
➤ Quoted Dr. Kwame Nkrumah to emphasize unity.
8) PM Modi gifted a replica of the Ram Temple (Ayodhya) and Sarayu & Mahakumbh waters to Trinidad & Tobago PM.
➤ Cultural gifts symbolized India–Caribbean ties.
➤ Dinner served on Sohari leaf.
9) The first Khelo India Water Sports Festival will be held at Dal Lake, Srinagar from 21–23 August 2025.
➤ Announced by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya.
➤ Events include rowing, shikara racing, kayaking, etc.
10) Sudhanshu Mittal re-elected as President of the Kho Kho Federation of India for 2025–2029.
➤ Upkar Singh Virk elected as General Secretary.
➤ Hosted first Kho Kho World Cup with teams from 20+ countries.
11) According to the World Bank’s Gini Index, India ranks 4th among the world’s most equal societies with a score of 25.5, placing it just behind the Slovak Republic, Slovenia, and Belarus, and ahead of most nations in income and wealth equality.
12) At the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) held in Seville, Spain, India’s Finance Minister highlighted the urgent need to reform sovereign credit rating mechanisms and restructure multilateral development banks (MDBs).
13) Hyderabad-based Ananth Technologies has secured approval from IN-SPACe to roll out India’s first private satellite internet service, marking a significant milestone in the nation's space and telecom industries.
14) Sukanya Sonowal from Assam elected to the Executive Committee of CYPAN as Head of Communications (2025–27).
➨ She’s a B.Tech student at IIT Guwahati.
▪️Assam
CM - Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma
➨Dibru Saikhowa National Park
➨ Akashiganga Waterfalls
➨ Kakochang Waterfall
➨ Chapanala Waterfalls
➨Kaziranga National Park
➨Nameri National Park
➨Manas National Park
#English
1) The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed the final user trial of the homegrown Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR) from the Indian Naval Ship (INS) Kavaratti.
2) IndiGo Airlines has appointed Amitabh Kant, former NITI Aayog CEO and India’s G20 Sherpa, as a Non-Executive Director on its Board, bringing his extensive policy expertise and leadership in initiatives like Make in India and Startup India.
3) Indian scientists from CeNS Bengaluru and AMU have achieved a breakthrough in supercapacitor technology.
➤ Developed lanthanum-doped silver niobate, enhancing energy density and charging speed.
➤ Promotes sustainable energy storage solutions.
4) Fintech specialist and Setu co-founder Sahil Kini has been named the new CEO of the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) in Bengaluru, taking over from Rajesh Bansal.
5) Pakistan assumed the monthly Presidency of the UN Security Council.
➤ Pakistan was elected with 182 out of 193 votes.
➤ Will host key events on multilateralism and OIC-UN cooperation.
6) The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) held its 23rd Regional Meeting from 1–3 July 2025 in New Delhi.
➤ Indian Chemical Council awarded the OPCW–The Hague Award 2024.
➤ India’s NACWC mentored Kenya’s authority in 2024.
7) PM Modi addressed Ghana’s Parliament, presenting India as the world’s largest democracy.
➤ Stressed shared history with Ghana and Global South’s voice in global affairs.
➤ Quoted Dr. Kwame Nkrumah to emphasize unity.
8) PM Modi gifted a replica of the Ram Temple (Ayodhya) and Sarayu & Mahakumbh waters to Trinidad & Tobago PM.
➤ Cultural gifts symbolized India–Caribbean ties.
➤ Dinner served on Sohari leaf.
9) The first Khelo India Water Sports Festival will be held at Dal Lake, Srinagar from 21–23 August 2025.
➤ Announced by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya.
➤ Events include rowing, shikara racing, kayaking, etc.
10) Sudhanshu Mittal re-elected as President of the Kho Kho Federation of India for 2025–2029.
➤ Upkar Singh Virk elected as General Secretary.
➤ Hosted first Kho Kho World Cup with teams from 20+ countries.
11) According to the World Bank’s Gini Index, India ranks 4th among the world’s most equal societies with a score of 25.5, placing it just behind the Slovak Republic, Slovenia, and Belarus, and ahead of most nations in income and wealth equality.
12) At the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) held in Seville, Spain, India’s Finance Minister highlighted the urgent need to reform sovereign credit rating mechanisms and restructure multilateral development banks (MDBs).
13) Hyderabad-based Ananth Technologies has secured approval from IN-SPACe to roll out India’s first private satellite internet service, marking a significant milestone in the nation's space and telecom industries.
14) Sukanya Sonowal from Assam elected to the Executive Committee of CYPAN as Head of Communications (2025–27).
➨ She’s a B.Tech student at IIT Guwahati.
▪️Assam
CM - Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma
➨Dibru Saikhowa National Park
➨ Akashiganga Waterfalls
➨ Kakochang Waterfall
➨ Chapanala Waterfalls
➨Kaziranga National Park
➨Nameri National Park
➨Manas National Park
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK : 14 July 2025
#English
1) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Namibia’s highest civilian honour, the Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis, during his maiden State visit to the country.
➨ This marked the fourth international civilian award bestowed upon him during his visits to five nations — namely Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia.
2) President Droupadi Murmu has nominated Ujjwal Nikam, C. Sadanandan Master, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, and Dr. Meenakshi Jain as Rajya Sabha members for a six-year term, starting from the date they were sworn in.
3) Trinidad and Tobago became the first Caribbean country and 8th globally to join India’s UPI payment network.
➨ Indian travellers can now pay using BHIM UPI in INR.
▪️Trinidad and Tobago :-
➨Capital - Port of Spain
➨Currency - Trinidad and Tobago Dollar
➨PM - Keith Rowley
➨Caribbean island country
➨Popular for Carnival and Calypso music
4) Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, along with Minister of State Jayant Chaudhary, inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh Agritech Innovation Hub at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology (SVPUAT) in Meerut.
5) V.S. Ravi, retired IPS officer, launched his book "Confessions of a Shakespeare Addict" in Hyderabad
➨ He is Known for literary contributions to The Hindu magazine.
6) V. Vedachalam, renowned archaeologist and Tamil epigraphist, received the Tamil Wikki Suran Award for 51 years of service.
7) As per RBI Financial Stability Report (June 2025), Gross NPA of Scheduled Commercial Banks declined to 2.3% as of March 2025.
➨ Net NPA stood at 0.5%, PCR at 76.3%.
8) Neeraj Chopra won the first edition of the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 in Bengaluru with a throw of 86.18m.
9) Kasaragod, the northernmost and newest district of Kerala, is famously called the “Saptha Bhasha Sangama Bhoomi” and is known for its 12 rivers and the majestic Bekal Fort — the largest fort in the state.
10) Haryana announced plans to build Asia’s largest jungle safari across 10,000 acres in the Aravalli Hills.
➨ Inspired by Vantara facility, Gujarat. ▪️Haryana :-
➨CM - Nayab Singh Saini
➨Governor - Bandaru Dattatreya
➨Sultanpur National Park
➨Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary
11) Hardeep Singh Brar has been appointed as President & CEO of BMW Group India (effective from 1 Sept 2025), replacing Vikram Pawah.
12) Amaravati has been designated as the site for India’s first Quantum Valley under the Amaravati Quantum Valley Declaration (AQVD), officially approved by the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
▪️Andhra Pradesh :-
➨CM - Chandrababu Naidu
➨Governor - S. Abdul Nazeer
➨ Venkateswara Temple
➨Sri Bhramramma Mallikarjuna Temple
➨Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve
➨Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Pulicat Lake Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Kolleru Lake
➨Rajiv Gandhi (Rameswaram) National Park
➨Papikonda National Park
#English
1) Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Namibia’s highest civilian honour, the Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis, during his maiden State visit to the country.
➨ This marked the fourth international civilian award bestowed upon him during his visits to five nations — namely Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia.
2) President Droupadi Murmu has nominated Ujjwal Nikam, C. Sadanandan Master, Harsh Vardhan Shringla, and Dr. Meenakshi Jain as Rajya Sabha members for a six-year term, starting from the date they were sworn in.
3) Trinidad and Tobago became the first Caribbean country and 8th globally to join India’s UPI payment network.
➨ Indian travellers can now pay using BHIM UPI in INR.
▪️Trinidad and Tobago :-
➨Capital - Port of Spain
➨Currency - Trinidad and Tobago Dollar
➨PM - Keith Rowley
➨Caribbean island country
➨Popular for Carnival and Calypso music
4) Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, along with Minister of State Jayant Chaudhary, inaugurated the Uttar Pradesh Agritech Innovation Hub at Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology (SVPUAT) in Meerut.
5) V.S. Ravi, retired IPS officer, launched his book "Confessions of a Shakespeare Addict" in Hyderabad
➨ He is Known for literary contributions to The Hindu magazine.
6) V. Vedachalam, renowned archaeologist and Tamil epigraphist, received the Tamil Wikki Suran Award for 51 years of service.
7) As per RBI Financial Stability Report (June 2025), Gross NPA of Scheduled Commercial Banks declined to 2.3% as of March 2025.
➨ Net NPA stood at 0.5%, PCR at 76.3%.
8) Neeraj Chopra won the first edition of the Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 in Bengaluru with a throw of 86.18m.
9) Kasaragod, the northernmost and newest district of Kerala, is famously called the “Saptha Bhasha Sangama Bhoomi” and is known for its 12 rivers and the majestic Bekal Fort — the largest fort in the state.
10) Haryana announced plans to build Asia’s largest jungle safari across 10,000 acres in the Aravalli Hills.
➨ Inspired by Vantara facility, Gujarat. ▪️Haryana :-
➨CM - Nayab Singh Saini
➨Governor - Bandaru Dattatreya
➨Sultanpur National Park
➨Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary
11) Hardeep Singh Brar has been appointed as President & CEO of BMW Group India (effective from 1 Sept 2025), replacing Vikram Pawah.
12) Amaravati has been designated as the site for India’s first Quantum Valley under the Amaravati Quantum Valley Declaration (AQVD), officially approved by the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
▪️Andhra Pradesh :-
➨CM - Chandrababu Naidu
➨Governor - S. Abdul Nazeer
➨ Venkateswara Temple
➨Sri Bhramramma Mallikarjuna Temple
➨Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve
➨Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Pulicat Lake Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Kolleru Lake
➨Rajiv Gandhi (Rameswaram) National Park
➨Papikonda National Park
📖 Important Current Affairs for All Upcoming Exams
#English
1) Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, inaugurated the 22nd edition of Bharat Telecom in New Delhi.
➨Bharat Telecom is an annual event that aims to present India as a provider of world-class telecom solutions.
2) Operation Hawk 2025 was launched by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to dismantle global online child sexual exploitation networks.
3) The government of India has extended the tenure of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director, Parveen Sood, by one year.
➨The Appointment Committee of the Cabinet approved the extension of Praveen Sood's tenure.
4) The Maldives has unveiled plans to establish the Maldives International Financial Centre (MIFC) in its capital, Malé, with a massive $8.8 billion investment.
➨This ambitious project, in collaboration with the Qatari-owned MBS Global Investments, is expected to be completed by 2030.
5) The Union Cabinet has approved a substantial investment of ₹11,828.79 crore under a Phase-B construction plan aimed at expanding five new Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
➨ These IITs are located in Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Palakkad (Kerala), Bhilai (Chhattisgarh), Jammu (Jammu & Kashmir), and Dharwad (Karnataka).
6) Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, led the Indian delegation at the United Nations Day of Vesak celebrations in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
➨This is the fourth time that Vietnam has hosted the United Nations Day of Vesak. It previously hosted it in 2008, 2014, and 2019.
7) Tamil Nadu has officially designated May 5 as Traders Day to recognize and honour the contributions of the business community.
➨ This initiative, announced by Chief Minister MK Stalin, aligns with the Dravidian Model of governance that emphasizes inclusive development and economic empowerment.
▪️Tamil Nadu :-
➨ CM - M K Stalin
➨ Guindy National Park
➨ Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
➨Sathyamangalam tiger reserve (STR)
➨Mudumalai National Park
➨Mukurthi National Park
➨ Indira Gandhi (Anamalai) National Park
➨Kalakkad Mundanthurai tiger reserve (KMTR)
8) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended the 58th annual Board of Governors meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Milan, Italy.
9) Italy hosted the 58th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Milan, where significant discussions took place between India and Italy regarding their Strategic Action Plan 2025–2029.
10) In the 2025 Human Development Report released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), India has been placed at the 130th position out of 193 countries and territories.
11) In line with India's commitment towards regional cooperation, INS Sharda arrived at Maafilaafushi Atoll, Maldives, for a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise.
➨ This deployment is a testament to the strong defence and maritime cooperation between India and the Maldives.
12) Mumbai International Airport, operated by the Adani Group, has introduced a modernized, digital-first Airport Operations Control Centre (AOCC).
➨The upgraded facility is equipped with advanced technology including real-time data systems, high-resolution visual displays, and integrated communication platforms.
#English
1) Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia, inaugurated the 22nd edition of Bharat Telecom in New Delhi.
➨Bharat Telecom is an annual event that aims to present India as a provider of world-class telecom solutions.
2) Operation Hawk 2025 was launched by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to dismantle global online child sexual exploitation networks.
3) The government of India has extended the tenure of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Director, Parveen Sood, by one year.
➨The Appointment Committee of the Cabinet approved the extension of Praveen Sood's tenure.
4) The Maldives has unveiled plans to establish the Maldives International Financial Centre (MIFC) in its capital, Malé, with a massive $8.8 billion investment.
➨This ambitious project, in collaboration with the Qatari-owned MBS Global Investments, is expected to be completed by 2030.
5) The Union Cabinet has approved a substantial investment of ₹11,828.79 crore under a Phase-B construction plan aimed at expanding five new Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).
➨ These IITs are located in Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Palakkad (Kerala), Bhilai (Chhattisgarh), Jammu (Jammu & Kashmir), and Dharwad (Karnataka).
6) Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, led the Indian delegation at the United Nations Day of Vesak celebrations in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
➨This is the fourth time that Vietnam has hosted the United Nations Day of Vesak. It previously hosted it in 2008, 2014, and 2019.
7) Tamil Nadu has officially designated May 5 as Traders Day to recognize and honour the contributions of the business community.
➨ This initiative, announced by Chief Minister MK Stalin, aligns with the Dravidian Model of governance that emphasizes inclusive development and economic empowerment.
▪️Tamil Nadu :-
➨ CM - M K Stalin
➨ Guindy National Park
➨ Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
➨Sathyamangalam tiger reserve (STR)
➨Mudumalai National Park
➨Mukurthi National Park
➨ Indira Gandhi (Anamalai) National Park
➨Kalakkad Mundanthurai tiger reserve (KMTR)
8) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended the 58th annual Board of Governors meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Milan, Italy.
9) Italy hosted the 58th Annual Meeting of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Milan, where significant discussions took place between India and Italy regarding their Strategic Action Plan 2025–2029.
10) In the 2025 Human Development Report released by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), India has been placed at the 130th position out of 193 countries and territories.
11) In line with India's commitment towards regional cooperation, INS Sharda arrived at Maafilaafushi Atoll, Maldives, for a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise.
➨ This deployment is a testament to the strong defence and maritime cooperation between India and the Maldives.
12) Mumbai International Airport, operated by the Adani Group, has introduced a modernized, digital-first Airport Operations Control Centre (AOCC).
➨The upgraded facility is equipped with advanced technology including real-time data systems, high-resolution visual displays, and integrated communication platforms.
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK : 19 July 2025
#English
1) Indian Railways has deployed the Machine Vision-Based Inspection System (MVIS), an AI-powered tool that uses high-definition cameras and machine learning to automatically detect safety issues like cracks and loose components in train parts.
2) The Kerala government has declared the 2023 recipients of the State Kathakali Awards, Pallavur Appu Marar Vadya Puraskaram, and Keraleeya Nritta-Natya Puraskaram, recognizing distinguished artists for their outstanding contributions to preserving and promoting the state's classical performing arts heritage.
3) The CROPIC Scheme was launched by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare to integrate AI in crop monitoring under PMFBY.
➨ Uses real-time image analysis for faster insurance verification.
4) To commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the Government of India released a special postage stamp at a cultural event organized in Delhi.
5) Microsoft has introduced BioEmu, an advanced AI system designed to accelerate drug discovery by simulating protein behavior, reducing the simulation process from years to just a few hours.
6) BJP MP PP Chaudhary was named the chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on ‘One Nation One Election’, which comprises a total of 39 members drawn from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
7) UNICEF India, in collaboration with the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), launched the TALASH program to enhance educational opportunities and personal development for tribal students enrolled in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) across 28 states and 8 union territories.
8) Harikrishnan A. Ra., a 23-year-old chess player from Chennai, secured his final GM norm in France, officially becoming India’s 87th Grandmaster.
9) Tamil Nadu's Gingee Fort, often referred to as the "Troy of the East," was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the Maratha Military Landscapes for its historical and architectural significance.
▪️ Tamil Nadu:
➨ Governor – R.N.Ravi
➨ Chief Minister – M. K. Stalin
➨ Famous Temples – Meenakshi Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple
➨ Wildlife Sanctuaries – Mudumalai, Gulf of Mannar, Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve
10) The Maharashtra Government officially designated Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav as a state festival, a tradition that was originally started by Lokmanya Tilak in 1893 to foster unity and nationalism.
▪️ Maharashtra :-
➨ Sanjay Gandhi (Borivali) National Park
➨ Tadoba National Park
➨Nawegaon National Park
➨Gugamal National Park
➨Chandoli National Park
11) The Maharashtra Assembly approved the MSPS Bill aimed at curbing activities of Left Wing Extremist groups, with provisions making related offences both cognizable and non-bailable.
12) The Indian Army launched Operation SHIVA 2025 to ensure the safe conduct of the Shri Amarnath Yatra, deploying over 8,500 troops and utilizing advanced surveillance technologies like drones and counter-drone systems.
13) The Sanchar Mitra Scheme, initiated by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), aims to boost digital literacy and cyber safety awareness through student volunteers trained in emerging technologies such as AI, 5G, and cybersecurity.
14) The DRDO, in collaboration with the Indian Air Force, successfully test-fired the Astra missile from a Sukhoi-30 Mk-I aircraft in Odisha; it is a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air-to-air missile capable of striking targets.
▪️Odisha CM - Mohan Charan Majhi
➨Governor - Hari Babu Kambhampati
➨ Similipal Tiger Reserve
➨ Satkosia Tiger Reserve
➨ Bhitarkanika Mangroves
➨ Nalabana Bird Sanctuary
➨ Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary, Puri
➨ Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary
15) India secured the 131st position out of 148 countries in the Global Gender Gap Report 2025 released by the World Economic Forum (WEF), with its lowest scores recorded in economic inclusion and health outcomes for women.
#English
1) Indian Railways has deployed the Machine Vision-Based Inspection System (MVIS), an AI-powered tool that uses high-definition cameras and machine learning to automatically detect safety issues like cracks and loose components in train parts.
2) The Kerala government has declared the 2023 recipients of the State Kathakali Awards, Pallavur Appu Marar Vadya Puraskaram, and Keraleeya Nritta-Natya Puraskaram, recognizing distinguished artists for their outstanding contributions to preserving and promoting the state's classical performing arts heritage.
3) The CROPIC Scheme was launched by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare to integrate AI in crop monitoring under PMFBY.
➨ Uses real-time image analysis for faster insurance verification.
4) To commemorate the 125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the Government of India released a special postage stamp at a cultural event organized in Delhi.
5) Microsoft has introduced BioEmu, an advanced AI system designed to accelerate drug discovery by simulating protein behavior, reducing the simulation process from years to just a few hours.
6) BJP MP PP Chaudhary was named the chairman of the Joint Parliamentary Committee on ‘One Nation One Election’, which comprises a total of 39 members drawn from both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
7) UNICEF India, in collaboration with the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), launched the TALASH program to enhance educational opportunities and personal development for tribal students enrolled in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) across 28 states and 8 union territories.
8) Harikrishnan A. Ra., a 23-year-old chess player from Chennai, secured his final GM norm in France, officially becoming India’s 87th Grandmaster.
9) Tamil Nadu's Gingee Fort, often referred to as the "Troy of the East," was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site under the Maratha Military Landscapes for its historical and architectural significance.
▪️ Tamil Nadu:
➨ Governor – R.N.Ravi
➨ Chief Minister – M. K. Stalin
➨ Famous Temples – Meenakshi Temple, Brihadeeswarar Temple
➨ Wildlife Sanctuaries – Mudumalai, Gulf of Mannar, Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve
10) The Maharashtra Government officially designated Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav as a state festival, a tradition that was originally started by Lokmanya Tilak in 1893 to foster unity and nationalism.
▪️ Maharashtra :-
➨ Sanjay Gandhi (Borivali) National Park
➨ Tadoba National Park
➨Nawegaon National Park
➨Gugamal National Park
➨Chandoli National Park
11) The Maharashtra Assembly approved the MSPS Bill aimed at curbing activities of Left Wing Extremist groups, with provisions making related offences both cognizable and non-bailable.
12) The Indian Army launched Operation SHIVA 2025 to ensure the safe conduct of the Shri Amarnath Yatra, deploying over 8,500 troops and utilizing advanced surveillance technologies like drones and counter-drone systems.
13) The Sanchar Mitra Scheme, initiated by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), aims to boost digital literacy and cyber safety awareness through student volunteers trained in emerging technologies such as AI, 5G, and cybersecurity.
14) The DRDO, in collaboration with the Indian Air Force, successfully test-fired the Astra missile from a Sukhoi-30 Mk-I aircraft in Odisha; it is a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air-to-air missile capable of striking targets.
▪️Odisha CM - Mohan Charan Majhi
➨Governor - Hari Babu Kambhampati
➨ Similipal Tiger Reserve
➨ Satkosia Tiger Reserve
➨ Bhitarkanika Mangroves
➨ Nalabana Bird Sanctuary
➨ Tikarpada Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary, Puri
➨ Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary
15) India secured the 131st position out of 148 countries in the Global Gender Gap Report 2025 released by the World Economic Forum (WEF), with its lowest scores recorded in economic inclusion and health outcomes for women.
📖 Important Current Affairs for All Upcoming Exams
#English
1) The Uttar Pradesh government has included 12 new products under its One District, One Product (ODOP) Scheme, bringing the total number of products under the ODOP scheme to 74.
➨ The Yogi Adityanath government launched the ODOP scheme in Uttar Pradesh on 24 January 2018.
▪️Uttar Pradesh :-
➨Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dudhwa National Park
➨National Chambal Sanctuary
➨Govind Vallabh Pant Sagar Lake
➨Kashi Vishwanath Temple
➨Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
2) Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has announced a property tax exemption for homes owned by Indian Defence personnel within gram panchayat limits in the state, as a gesture of honour and gratitude.
▪️Andhra Pradesh :-
➨CM - Chandrababu Naidu
➨Governor - S. Abdul Nazeer
➨ Venkateswara Temple
➨Sri Bhramramma Mallikarjuna Temple
➨Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve
➨Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Pulicat Lake Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Kolleru Lake
➨Rajiv Gandhi (Rameswaram) National Park
➨Papikonda National Park
3) The Delhi Legislative Assembly has become the first in the country to be fully powered by solar energy, marking a milestone in India’s clean energy drive.
4) The 24th edition of the Airport Show and the 12th Global Airport Leaders Forum (GALF) concluded successfully at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
5) The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's cricket team won the three-nation One-Day International (ODI) Tri-Series, beating the host Sri Lanka in the final by 97 runs.
6) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurated the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow on Sunday. The facility is part of the ambitious Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor.
7) In a major step towards empowering the shallow water capabilities of the nation, the Indian Navy has formally incorporated Arnala, the first in a series of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWCs).
8) Canadian politician Anita Anand has been sworn in as Canada's new foreign minister in a major Cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Mark Carney.
➨ Indian-origin Anand, who has previously served in roles including Canada's Defence Minister, has replaced Melanie Joly, who had been moved to the role of Minister of Industry.
9) India has launched chip-based biometric e-passports, joining over 120 countries like the US, Japan, and France in revolutionizing travel.
➨ These passports feature embedded chips storing biometric data, enhancing border security, curbing identity fraud, and speeding up immigration checks.
10) Uttarakhand has successfully secured ₹1,910 crore in funding from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to boost urban infrastructure development across the state.
➨ The funding marks a major milestone for the state under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
11) The Delhi government has partnered with IIT-Kanpur to carry out five cloud-seeding trials intended to tackle the region's severe air pollution.
➨ With a sanctioned budget of ₹3.21 crore, the project is designed to generate artificial rainfall that can help clear airborne pollutants.
12) The Adani Group and the Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) of Bhutan have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop 5,000 MW of hydropower projects in Bhutan.
#English
1) The Uttar Pradesh government has included 12 new products under its One District, One Product (ODOP) Scheme, bringing the total number of products under the ODOP scheme to 74.
➨ The Yogi Adityanath government launched the ODOP scheme in Uttar Pradesh on 24 January 2018.
▪️Uttar Pradesh :-
➨Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dudhwa National Park
➨National Chambal Sanctuary
➨Govind Vallabh Pant Sagar Lake
➨Kashi Vishwanath Temple
➨Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
2) Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has announced a property tax exemption for homes owned by Indian Defence personnel within gram panchayat limits in the state, as a gesture of honour and gratitude.
▪️Andhra Pradesh :-
➨CM - Chandrababu Naidu
➨Governor - S. Abdul Nazeer
➨ Venkateswara Temple
➨Sri Bhramramma Mallikarjuna Temple
➨Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve
➨Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Pulicat Lake Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Kolleru Lake
➨Rajiv Gandhi (Rameswaram) National Park
➨Papikonda National Park
3) The Delhi Legislative Assembly has become the first in the country to be fully powered by solar energy, marking a milestone in India’s clean energy drive.
4) The 24th edition of the Airport Show and the 12th Global Airport Leaders Forum (GALF) concluded successfully at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
5) The Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's cricket team won the three-nation One-Day International (ODI) Tri-Series, beating the host Sri Lanka in the final by 97 runs.
6) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh virtually inaugurated the BrahMos Aerospace Integration and Testing Facility in Lucknow on Sunday. The facility is part of the ambitious Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor.
7) In a major step towards empowering the shallow water capabilities of the nation, the Indian Navy has formally incorporated Arnala, the first in a series of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWCs).
8) Canadian politician Anita Anand has been sworn in as Canada's new foreign minister in a major Cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Mark Carney.
➨ Indian-origin Anand, who has previously served in roles including Canada's Defence Minister, has replaced Melanie Joly, who had been moved to the role of Minister of Industry.
9) India has launched chip-based biometric e-passports, joining over 120 countries like the US, Japan, and France in revolutionizing travel.
➨ These passports feature embedded chips storing biometric data, enhancing border security, curbing identity fraud, and speeding up immigration checks.
10) Uttarakhand has successfully secured ₹1,910 crore in funding from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to boost urban infrastructure development across the state.
➨ The funding marks a major milestone for the state under the leadership of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.
11) The Delhi government has partnered with IIT-Kanpur to carry out five cloud-seeding trials intended to tackle the region's severe air pollution.
➨ With a sanctioned budget of ₹3.21 crore, the project is designed to generate artificial rainfall that can help clear airborne pollutants.
12) The Adani Group and the Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC) of Bhutan have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop 5,000 MW of hydropower projects in Bhutan.
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK: 25 July 2025
#English
1) To tackle unemployment in Assam and open up global job opportunities for the state's youth, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched the Chief Minister's Foreign Language Initiative for Global Human Talent (CM-FLIGHT) — a scheme aimed at training young individuals in foreign languages to enhance their employability in international markets.
▪️Assam
CM - Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma
➨Dibru Saikhowa National Park
➨ Akashiganga Waterfalls
➨ Kakochang Waterfall
➨ Chapanala Waterfalls
➨Kaziranga National Park
➨Nameri National Park
➨Manas National Park
2) Iconic Telugu film actor Kota Srinivas Rao Garu passed away in Hyderabad at the age of 83.
3) The PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana has been approved with the objective of boosting agricultural productivity and promoting sustainable farming practices across 100 selected districts over a six-year period.
➨ The scheme will operate with an annual budget of ₹24,000 crore and will integrate 36 existing schemes from 11 different government departments.
4) Vimananu Ltd and CYGR signed a joint venture to set up a drone manufacturing unit in Navi Mumbai.
➨ Focus on ISR drones and industrial use under Make in India initiative.
5) Sujeet Kalkal secured India’s first gold medal of 2025 in the UWW Ranking Series by triumphing in the 65kg men’s freestyle wrestling category at the event held in Budapest, Hungary.
➨ He achieved this milestone by defeating Ali Rahimzade of Azerbaijan, a four-time European medallist, with a score of 5–1 in the final.
6) The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Nistar, the country’s first indigenously designed diving support vessel, developed by Hindustan Shipyard with over 80% indigenous components.
➨ It is equipped to carry out submarine rescue operations up to a depth of 300 meters.
7) DRDO successfully conducted flight trials of the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) located in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
8) India has successfully test-fired the Agni-I and Prithvi-II ballistic missiles from Chandipur, Odisha, reaffirming the reliability of its nuclear strike capabilities.
9) Vijayawada was ranked the fourth cleanest city in India among cities with a population over 10 lakh in the Swachh Survekshan 2024–25.
➨ Despite floods in 2024, the city maintained sanitation performance.
10) The NIEPID and Jai Vakeel Foundation have signed an MoU to implement a standardized curriculum for children with intellectual disabilities in India, as part of the Disha Abhiyan initiative aligned with SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
11) Indian students secured 2 Gold and 2 Silver medals at the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad 2025 held in Dubai, achieving an impressive 6th rank among 90 participating countries.
12) The Ministry of Power launched the ADEETIE scheme to boost energy efficiency in industries, which will be implemented by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) across 60 clusters in 14 key sectors.
13) India won 3 Gold Medals at the 66th International Mathematical Olympiad 2025 held in Australia, securing 7th position globally with a total score of 193 out of 252 points.
14) Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched NSCSTI 2.0 under Mission Karmayogi to modernize civil services training, with a focus on artificial intelligence, digital learning, and institutional excellence.
15) The 32nd edition of SIMBEX 2025, the bilateral naval exercise between India and Singapore, is currently underway, with the Indian Navy deploying INS Delhi, INS Satpura, INS Kiltan, and INS Shakti for the drills.
16) INCOIS was honored with the National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025 for its innovative application of open-source GIS technologies in delivering ocean services. The award was presented during the Open Source GIS Day at IIT Bombay.
#English
1) To tackle unemployment in Assam and open up global job opportunities for the state's youth, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched the Chief Minister's Foreign Language Initiative for Global Human Talent (CM-FLIGHT) — a scheme aimed at training young individuals in foreign languages to enhance their employability in international markets.
▪️Assam
CM - Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma
➨Dibru Saikhowa National Park
➨ Akashiganga Waterfalls
➨ Kakochang Waterfall
➨ Chapanala Waterfalls
➨Kaziranga National Park
➨Nameri National Park
➨Manas National Park
2) Iconic Telugu film actor Kota Srinivas Rao Garu passed away in Hyderabad at the age of 83.
3) The PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana has been approved with the objective of boosting agricultural productivity and promoting sustainable farming practices across 100 selected districts over a six-year period.
➨ The scheme will operate with an annual budget of ₹24,000 crore and will integrate 36 existing schemes from 11 different government departments.
4) Vimananu Ltd and CYGR signed a joint venture to set up a drone manufacturing unit in Navi Mumbai.
➨ Focus on ISR drones and industrial use under Make in India initiative.
5) Sujeet Kalkal secured India’s first gold medal of 2025 in the UWW Ranking Series by triumphing in the 65kg men’s freestyle wrestling category at the event held in Budapest, Hungary.
➨ He achieved this milestone by defeating Ali Rahimzade of Azerbaijan, a four-time European medallist, with a score of 5–1 in the final.
6) The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Nistar, the country’s first indigenously designed diving support vessel, developed by Hindustan Shipyard with over 80% indigenous components.
➨ It is equipped to carry out submarine rescue operations up to a depth of 300 meters.
7) DRDO successfully conducted flight trials of the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) located in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh.
8) India has successfully test-fired the Agni-I and Prithvi-II ballistic missiles from Chandipur, Odisha, reaffirming the reliability of its nuclear strike capabilities.
9) Vijayawada was ranked the fourth cleanest city in India among cities with a population over 10 lakh in the Swachh Survekshan 2024–25.
➨ Despite floods in 2024, the city maintained sanitation performance.
10) The NIEPID and Jai Vakeel Foundation have signed an MoU to implement a standardized curriculum for children with intellectual disabilities in India, as part of the Disha Abhiyan initiative aligned with SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities).
11) Indian students secured 2 Gold and 2 Silver medals at the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad 2025 held in Dubai, achieving an impressive 6th rank among 90 participating countries.
12) The Ministry of Power launched the ADEETIE scheme to boost energy efficiency in industries, which will be implemented by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) across 60 clusters in 14 key sectors.
13) India won 3 Gold Medals at the 66th International Mathematical Olympiad 2025 held in Australia, securing 7th position globally with a total score of 193 out of 252 points.
14) Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh launched NSCSTI 2.0 under Mission Karmayogi to modernize civil services training, with a focus on artificial intelligence, digital learning, and institutional excellence.
15) The 32nd edition of SIMBEX 2025, the bilateral naval exercise between India and Singapore, is currently underway, with the Indian Navy deploying INS Delhi, INS Satpura, INS Kiltan, and INS Shakti for the drills.
16) INCOIS was honored with the National Geospatial Practitioner Award 2025 for its innovative application of open-source GIS technologies in delivering ocean services. The award was presented during the Open Source GIS Day at IIT Bombay.
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📖 Important Current Affairs For All Upcoming Exams
#English
1) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched an AI anchor Ankita to share cabinet updates in Assamese, boosting citizen engagement and showcasing the state’s push for tech-driven, accessible governance.
▪️Assam
CM - Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma
➨Dibru Saikhowa National Park
➨ Akashiganga Waterfalls
➨ Kakochang Waterfall
➨ Chapanala Waterfalls
➨Kaziranga National Park
➨Nameri National Park
➨Manas National Park
2) The ₹3,706 crore semiconductor plant, a joint venture between HCL and Foxconn, is being set up in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, under the India Semiconductor Mission.
➨ This is a strategic location near the upcoming Jewar Airport and within the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority area.
3) The Indian Army conducted the Teesta Prahar exercise at the Teesta field firing range in West Bengal.
➨ Various units of the Army, including infantry, mechanised infantry, artillery, armed corps, para special forces, army aviation engineering, and signals, participated in the exercise.
▪️West Bengal :-
➠CM - Mamata Banerjee
➠GOVERNOR - C.V. Ananda Bose
➠Folk Dances - Lathi, Gambhira, Dhali, Jatra, Baul, Chhau, Santhali Dance
➠Kalighat Temple
➨Buxa National Park
➨Gorumara National Park
➨Jaldapara National Park
➨Neora Valley National Park
➨Singalila National Park
➨Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary
4) Harvansh Chawla, a distinguished lawyer and international trade expert, has taken on the role of Chairman of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCI).
➨His appointment is expected to enhance economic cooperation, investment, and trade among the BRICS and BRICS Plus countries.
5) Union Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, inaugurated two new state-of-the-art semiconductor design facilities of Renesas Electronics India Private Limited, located in Noida and Bengaluru.
➨Renesas, a semiconductor firm based in Japan, is also setting up a design center with facilities in Noida, Bengaluru and Hyderabad.
6) The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has established a new regional office in Srinagar's Transport Bhawan to boost inland water transport in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
▪️Jammu and Kashmir :-
➨L. Governor of J&K - Manoj Sinha
➨Rajparian Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hirapora Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Gulmarg Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dachigam National Park
➨Salim Ali National Park
7) Google has launched a new accelerator programme, 'AI First', aimed at supporting early-stage artificial intelligence (AI) startups in India.
➨ Backed by the MeitY Startup Hub, the initiative focuses on advancing innovation in agentic and multimodal AI technologies.
8) Defence Materials Stores and Research and Development Establishment (DMSRDE), the Kanpur-based laboratory of DRDO, has developed the technology for desalination plant in Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ships, based on their operational requirement to address the serious challenge of stability when exposed to chloride ions in saline water.
▪️Defence Research and Development Organisation( DRDO) :-
➠ Founded - 1958
➠ HeadQuarter - New Delhi
➠ Chairman - Dr. Samir V. Kamat
9) The Government of India has taken a step to support ethanol production by allocating 2.8 million tonnes of rice at subsidized rates.
➨ This initiative not only helps in utilising the excess stock of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) but also aligns with the country's broader energy goals.
10) Mariangela Hungria, a renowned microbiologist from Brazil, has been honoured with the 2025 World Food Prize for her groundbreaking work in agricultural microbiology.
11) The Odisha government has launched a statewide crackdown to identify and deport illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, terming the move “firm and non-negotiable.”
#English
1) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma launched an AI anchor Ankita to share cabinet updates in Assamese, boosting citizen engagement and showcasing the state’s push for tech-driven, accessible governance.
▪️Assam
CM - Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma
➨Dibru Saikhowa National Park
➨ Akashiganga Waterfalls
➨ Kakochang Waterfall
➨ Chapanala Waterfalls
➨Kaziranga National Park
➨Nameri National Park
➨Manas National Park
2) The ₹3,706 crore semiconductor plant, a joint venture between HCL and Foxconn, is being set up in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh, under the India Semiconductor Mission.
➨ This is a strategic location near the upcoming Jewar Airport and within the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority area.
3) The Indian Army conducted the Teesta Prahar exercise at the Teesta field firing range in West Bengal.
➨ Various units of the Army, including infantry, mechanised infantry, artillery, armed corps, para special forces, army aviation engineering, and signals, participated in the exercise.
▪️West Bengal :-
➠CM - Mamata Banerjee
➠GOVERNOR - C.V. Ananda Bose
➠Folk Dances - Lathi, Gambhira, Dhali, Jatra, Baul, Chhau, Santhali Dance
➠Kalighat Temple
➨Buxa National Park
➨Gorumara National Park
➨Jaldapara National Park
➨Neora Valley National Park
➨Singalila National Park
➨Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary
4) Harvansh Chawla, a distinguished lawyer and international trade expert, has taken on the role of Chairman of the BRICS Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCI).
➨His appointment is expected to enhance economic cooperation, investment, and trade among the BRICS and BRICS Plus countries.
5) Union Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, inaugurated two new state-of-the-art semiconductor design facilities of Renesas Electronics India Private Limited, located in Noida and Bengaluru.
➨Renesas, a semiconductor firm based in Japan, is also setting up a design center with facilities in Noida, Bengaluru and Hyderabad.
6) The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, has established a new regional office in Srinagar's Transport Bhawan to boost inland water transport in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
▪️Jammu and Kashmir :-
➨L. Governor of J&K - Manoj Sinha
➨Rajparian Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hirapora Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Gulmarg Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dachigam National Park
➨Salim Ali National Park
7) Google has launched a new accelerator programme, 'AI First', aimed at supporting early-stage artificial intelligence (AI) startups in India.
➨ Backed by the MeitY Startup Hub, the initiative focuses on advancing innovation in agentic and multimodal AI technologies.
8) Defence Materials Stores and Research and Development Establishment (DMSRDE), the Kanpur-based laboratory of DRDO, has developed the technology for desalination plant in Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ships, based on their operational requirement to address the serious challenge of stability when exposed to chloride ions in saline water.
▪️Defence Research and Development Organisation( DRDO) :-
➠ Founded - 1958
➠ HeadQuarter - New Delhi
➠ Chairman - Dr. Samir V. Kamat
9) The Government of India has taken a step to support ethanol production by allocating 2.8 million tonnes of rice at subsidized rates.
➨ This initiative not only helps in utilising the excess stock of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) but also aligns with the country's broader energy goals.
10) Mariangela Hungria, a renowned microbiologist from Brazil, has been honoured with the 2025 World Food Prize for her groundbreaking work in agricultural microbiology.
11) The Odisha government has launched a statewide crackdown to identify and deport illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, terming the move “firm and non-negotiable.”
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK: 05 August 2025
#English
1) Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan assumed charge as the 47th Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, succeeding Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, who has been appointed as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command.
2) Dr. A Rajarajan took charge as the Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) on 1 August 2025, succeeding Dr. S Unnikrishnan Nair.
➨ With nearly 40 years of experience in composite technologies, he earlier served as the Director of SDSC SHAR and played a key role in the launch of Vikram-S.
3) The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the appointment of Ms. Sonali Mishra as the new Director General (DG) of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) during its meeting held in New Delhi.
➨ Her appointment was cleared based on a proposal by the Ministry of Railways.
4) At the 71st National Film Awards 2023, Shah Rukh Khan bagged his first Best Actor award for the film Jawan, while Rani Mukerji was honoured with the Best Actress award for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway.
➨ 12th Fail was adjudged the Best Film, and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani received the award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
5) India and the UAE signed a Maritime Security and Safety Cooperation Agreement during the 13th Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting.
➨ Between the Indian Coast Guard and UAE National Guard Command, it covers maritime law enforcement, search & rescue, and marine pollution response.
6) SBK Singh, a 1988-batch officer of the AGMUT cadre, assumed charge as the Commissioner of Delhi Police on 31 July 2025.
➨ He succeeded Sanjay Arora, who was holding additional charge of the post while also serving as the Director General, Home Guards.
7) Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, an officer from the Parachute Regiment, has been appointed as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS).
➨ Commissioned into the elite 4 Para (Special Forces) in 1987, he has led several major operations including Pawan, Meghdoot, Rakshak, and Orchid, and has also served in UN peacekeeping missions.
8) The Union Ministry of Textiles launched the “Know Your Weaves Campaign 2025” on 1 August 2025, aiming to promote and raise awareness about India’s rich handloom weaving heritage.
➨ This week-long campaign serves as a curtain-raiser to National Handloom Day, observed every year on 7 August since 2015.
9) Nikhil Ravishankar, an Indian-origin tech executive and the current Chief Digital Officer at Air New Zealand, has been appointed as the airline’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
➨ He will officially assume charge on 20 October 2025.
10) Lord Meghnad Desai, a British-Indian economist, author and crossbench member of the House of Lords, passed away at age 85 in Udhagamandalam, Tamil Nadu.
➨ Professor Emeritus at LSE, Padma Bhushan awardee (2008), and founder of the Gandhi Statue Memorial Trust.
11) World Breastfeeding Week 2025, observed from 1 to 7 August, is themed “Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems”, emphasizing the need for long-term policies, supportive workplaces, healthcare guidance, and public acceptance to make breastfeeding accessible and stress-free for all mothers.
12) The Haryana Cabinet has approved key amendments to its mineral mining rules to enable the implementation of the Inter-State Transit Pass (ISTP) framework, introducing a fee of ₹80 per metric tonne on all vehicles transporting minerals into the state, regardless of their destination or usage.
▪️Haryana:-
➨Gorakhpur Nuclear Power Plant
➨Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary
➨Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
➨Kolleru Bird Sanctuary
➨Badkhal Lake
➨Karoh Peak
➨Phag Dance, Saang Dance
➨Chhathi Dance, Khoria Dance
➨ Dhamal Dance, Daph Dance
#English
1) Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan assumed charge as the 47th Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, succeeding Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, who has been appointed as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command.
2) Dr. A Rajarajan took charge as the Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) on 1 August 2025, succeeding Dr. S Unnikrishnan Nair.
➨ With nearly 40 years of experience in composite technologies, he earlier served as the Director of SDSC SHAR and played a key role in the launch of Vikram-S.
3) The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the appointment of Ms. Sonali Mishra as the new Director General (DG) of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) during its meeting held in New Delhi.
➨ Her appointment was cleared based on a proposal by the Ministry of Railways.
4) At the 71st National Film Awards 2023, Shah Rukh Khan bagged his first Best Actor award for the film Jawan, while Rani Mukerji was honoured with the Best Actress award for Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway.
➨ 12th Fail was adjudged the Best Film, and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani received the award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.
5) India and the UAE signed a Maritime Security and Safety Cooperation Agreement during the 13th Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting.
➨ Between the Indian Coast Guard and UAE National Guard Command, it covers maritime law enforcement, search & rescue, and marine pollution response.
6) SBK Singh, a 1988-batch officer of the AGMUT cadre, assumed charge as the Commissioner of Delhi Police on 31 July 2025.
➨ He succeeded Sanjay Arora, who was holding additional charge of the post while also serving as the Director General, Home Guards.
7) Lieutenant General Pushpendra Singh, an officer from the Parachute Regiment, has been appointed as the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS).
➨ Commissioned into the elite 4 Para (Special Forces) in 1987, he has led several major operations including Pawan, Meghdoot, Rakshak, and Orchid, and has also served in UN peacekeeping missions.
8) The Union Ministry of Textiles launched the “Know Your Weaves Campaign 2025” on 1 August 2025, aiming to promote and raise awareness about India’s rich handloom weaving heritage.
➨ This week-long campaign serves as a curtain-raiser to National Handloom Day, observed every year on 7 August since 2015.
9) Nikhil Ravishankar, an Indian-origin tech executive and the current Chief Digital Officer at Air New Zealand, has been appointed as the airline’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
➨ He will officially assume charge on 20 October 2025.
10) Lord Meghnad Desai, a British-Indian economist, author and crossbench member of the House of Lords, passed away at age 85 in Udhagamandalam, Tamil Nadu.
➨ Professor Emeritus at LSE, Padma Bhushan awardee (2008), and founder of the Gandhi Statue Memorial Trust.
11) World Breastfeeding Week 2025, observed from 1 to 7 August, is themed “Prioritise Breastfeeding: Create Sustainable Support Systems”, emphasizing the need for long-term policies, supportive workplaces, healthcare guidance, and public acceptance to make breastfeeding accessible and stress-free for all mothers.
12) The Haryana Cabinet has approved key amendments to its mineral mining rules to enable the implementation of the Inter-State Transit Pass (ISTP) framework, introducing a fee of ₹80 per metric tonne on all vehicles transporting minerals into the state, regardless of their destination or usage.
▪️Haryana:-
➨Gorakhpur Nuclear Power Plant
➨Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary
➨Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
➨Kolleru Bird Sanctuary
➨Badkhal Lake
➨Karoh Peak
➨Phag Dance, Saang Dance
➨Chhathi Dance, Khoria Dance
➨ Dhamal Dance, Daph Dance
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static Gk : 08 Aug 2025
#English
1) Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, an expert in Communication and Electronic Warfare, has assumed charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, headquartered in Mumbai, succeeding Vice Admiral Sanjay J. Singh, who retired after serving the Indian Navy with distinction for four decades.
▪️Indian Navy :-
➨ Founded on: 26 January 1950
➨ Motto: Sham No Varunah (May the Lord of the oceans be auspicious unto us)
➨ Headquarters: New Delhi
➨ Navy Day: 4 December (Marks victory of Operation Trident in 1971)
➨Current CNS: Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi
➨ First Indian CNS: Vice Admiral R. D. Katari (1958)
➨ Training Academy: Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala
2) India commissioned its first Make-in-India Green Hydrogen Plant in the port sector at Kandla, Gujarat.
➨ The initiative, undertaken by the Deendayal Port Authority, marks a significant step towards achieving India’s Net-Zero emissions target.
➨ The plant was inaugurated by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on 31 July 2025.
3) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has commenced a 10-day high-altitude isolation experiment in Ladakh at an elevation of 14,000 feet, aimed at simulating the harsh conditions astronauts are likely to encounter during extended space missions to the Moon or Mars.
4) Sonali Mishra, a 1993 batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the Director General of the Railway Protection Force (RPF).
➨ She is the first woman to hold this position in the 143-year history of the Force.
5) In collaboration with ICAR and supported by the Monsoon Mission III, ICRISAT has introduced an AI-powered climate advisory service designed to deliver hyper-local weather insights to smallholder farmers.
6) Delhi Assembly has transitioned to a fully digital and solar-powered system ahead of the Monsoon Session that began on 4 August 2025.
➨ Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal launched the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) and a 500-kW rooftop solar installation at the Assembly complex.
7) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in association with the Ministry of Ayush, has released the official compilation of Ayurvedic food products under the category “Ayurveda Aahara,” featuring formulations derived from classical Ayurvedic texts and traditional recipes.
8) Bihar CM Nitish Kumar unveiled the official mascot for the Asia Rugby Under-20 (Sevens) Championship to be held in Rajgir on 9–10 August 2025.
➨ The mascot, a rabbit named “Ashoka,” will represent the event.
9) India performed a record 18,900 organ transplants in 2024, ranking third globally after the US and China.
➨ The announcement was made by Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Indian Organ Donation Day.
10) The first-ever BIMSTEC Traditional Music Festival took place on 4 August 2025 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, showcasing performances by musicians from all seven BIMSTEC member nations.
11) As part of the “India-UN Global South Capacity Initiative,” India rolled out the first set of four development projects on 1 August 2025, an initiative first announced by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the 78th UN General Assembly in 2023.
12) The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has launched the ‘Apna Ghar’ initiative to offer hygienic and comfortable rest facilities for truck drivers along highways, with 368 units comprising over 4,600 beds established as of 1 July 2025.
13) Renowned mountaineer Kabak Yano from Arunachal Pradesh has successfully scaled Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, as a milestone in her ongoing Seven Summits expedition.
14) The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recently reclassified hepatitis D as a carcinogen, underscoring the urgent need to combat viral hepatitis, which is emerging as a major public health concern.
#English
1) Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, an expert in Communication and Electronic Warfare, has assumed charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, headquartered in Mumbai, succeeding Vice Admiral Sanjay J. Singh, who retired after serving the Indian Navy with distinction for four decades.
▪️Indian Navy :-
➨ Founded on: 26 January 1950
➨ Motto: Sham No Varunah (May the Lord of the oceans be auspicious unto us)
➨ Headquarters: New Delhi
➨ Navy Day: 4 December (Marks victory of Operation Trident in 1971)
➨Current CNS: Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi
➨ First Indian CNS: Vice Admiral R. D. Katari (1958)
➨ Training Academy: Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, Kerala
2) India commissioned its first Make-in-India Green Hydrogen Plant in the port sector at Kandla, Gujarat.
➨ The initiative, undertaken by the Deendayal Port Authority, marks a significant step towards achieving India’s Net-Zero emissions target.
➨ The plant was inaugurated by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on 31 July 2025.
3) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has commenced a 10-day high-altitude isolation experiment in Ladakh at an elevation of 14,000 feet, aimed at simulating the harsh conditions astronauts are likely to encounter during extended space missions to the Moon or Mars.
4) Sonali Mishra, a 1993 batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the Director General of the Railway Protection Force (RPF).
➨ She is the first woman to hold this position in the 143-year history of the Force.
5) In collaboration with ICAR and supported by the Monsoon Mission III, ICRISAT has introduced an AI-powered climate advisory service designed to deliver hyper-local weather insights to smallholder farmers.
6) Delhi Assembly has transitioned to a fully digital and solar-powered system ahead of the Monsoon Session that began on 4 August 2025.
➨ Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal launched the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) and a 500-kW rooftop solar installation at the Assembly complex.
7) The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), in association with the Ministry of Ayush, has released the official compilation of Ayurvedic food products under the category “Ayurveda Aahara,” featuring formulations derived from classical Ayurvedic texts and traditional recipes.
8) Bihar CM Nitish Kumar unveiled the official mascot for the Asia Rugby Under-20 (Sevens) Championship to be held in Rajgir on 9–10 August 2025.
➨ The mascot, a rabbit named “Ashoka,” will represent the event.
9) India performed a record 18,900 organ transplants in 2024, ranking third globally after the US and China.
➨ The announcement was made by Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda on Indian Organ Donation Day.
10) The first-ever BIMSTEC Traditional Music Festival took place on 4 August 2025 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, showcasing performances by musicians from all seven BIMSTEC member nations.
11) As part of the “India-UN Global South Capacity Initiative,” India rolled out the first set of four development projects on 1 August 2025, an initiative first announced by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the 78th UN General Assembly in 2023.
12) The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has launched the ‘Apna Ghar’ initiative to offer hygienic and comfortable rest facilities for truck drivers along highways, with 368 units comprising over 4,600 beds established as of 1 July 2025.
13) Renowned mountaineer Kabak Yano from Arunachal Pradesh has successfully scaled Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa, as a milestone in her ongoing Seven Summits expedition.
14) The World Health Organisation (WHO) has recently reclassified hepatitis D as a carcinogen, underscoring the urgent need to combat viral hepatitis, which is emerging as a major public health concern.
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📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK : 13 August 2025
#English
1) The newly constructed Bairabi–Sairang broad gauge railway line in Mizoram has been inaugurated, enhancing regional connectivity and integrating the state capital’s vicinity with India’s railway network under the Act East Policy.
▪️Mizoram CM – Lalduhoma
➨ Governor –V. K. Singh
➨ Dampa Tiger Reserve
➨ Ngengpui Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Tawi Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Thorangtlang Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Phawngpui National Park (known as Blue Mountain National Park– highest peak in Mizoram)
➨ Murlen National Park
2) Vedika Bhansali from India won the Girls 9-year category at the US Kids World Championship in Pinehurst Village, USA, with a bogey-free 4-under 32 in her final round.
3) Telangana is emerging as a major handloom hub with the ₹10,000 crore Kakatiya Mega Textile Park in Warangal, expected to generate around two lakh jobs.
4) Senior IPS officer Ramachandra Rao has been appointed as the new Director General of Police in charge of the Directorate of Civil Rights Enforcement, where he will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and protection of civil rights laws across the state.
5) Paradip Port won the Major Port of the Year – Non-Containerized Cargo award at the All India Maritime and Logistics Awards (MALA) 2025 for excellence in cargo handling.
6) NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has signed an MoU with BARC to set up a pilot project in Neyveli for extracting rare earth elements from fly ash, a by-product of thermal power plants.
7) The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that Kenya has eliminated human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) as a public health problem, becoming the 10th country to achieve this milestone.
8) S. Radha Chauhan took charge as Chairperson of the Capacity Building Commission, succeeding Adil Zainulbhai.
9) Abdulla Aboobacker clinched the gold medal in men’s triple jump at the Qosanov Memorial 2025 in Kazakhstan with a best jump of 16.08 m.
10) Moldova became the 107th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) in August 2025.
11) Punjab has become the first state in India to telecast its Assembly proceedings in sign language, a step aimed at ensuring greater inclusivity and accessibility for the deaf community in governance.
12) Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the M.S. Swaminathan Award for Food and Peace in honour of the father of India’s Green Revolution, Professor M.S. Swaminathan, with the inaugural award presented to Nigerian scientist Dr. Ademola Adenle for his significant contributions to reducing hunger in Nigeria.
13) Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan have signed a historic agreement to end decades of conflict, during a meeting hosted by former U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House.
14) BSNL & Numaligarh Refinery Limited signed an MoU to set up India’s first 5G captive non-public network in the refinery sector, promoting Industry 4.0 technologies.
15) Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi inaugurated ‘Agnishodh’, the Indian Army’s research cell at IIT Madras, with the objective of transforming academic innovations into mission-ready indigenous defence technologies.
#English
1) The newly constructed Bairabi–Sairang broad gauge railway line in Mizoram has been inaugurated, enhancing regional connectivity and integrating the state capital’s vicinity with India’s railway network under the Act East Policy.
▪️Mizoram CM – Lalduhoma
➨ Governor –V. K. Singh
➨ Dampa Tiger Reserve
➨ Ngengpui Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Tawi Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Thorangtlang Wildlife Sanctuary
➨ Phawngpui National Park (known as Blue Mountain National Park– highest peak in Mizoram)
➨ Murlen National Park
2) Vedika Bhansali from India won the Girls 9-year category at the US Kids World Championship in Pinehurst Village, USA, with a bogey-free 4-under 32 in her final round.
3) Telangana is emerging as a major handloom hub with the ₹10,000 crore Kakatiya Mega Textile Park in Warangal, expected to generate around two lakh jobs.
4) Senior IPS officer Ramachandra Rao has been appointed as the new Director General of Police in charge of the Directorate of Civil Rights Enforcement, where he will be responsible for overseeing the implementation and protection of civil rights laws across the state.
5) Paradip Port won the Major Port of the Year – Non-Containerized Cargo award at the All India Maritime and Logistics Awards (MALA) 2025 for excellence in cargo handling.
6) NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has signed an MoU with BARC to set up a pilot project in Neyveli for extracting rare earth elements from fly ash, a by-product of thermal power plants.
7) The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared that Kenya has eliminated human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) as a public health problem, becoming the 10th country to achieve this milestone.
8) S. Radha Chauhan took charge as Chairperson of the Capacity Building Commission, succeeding Adil Zainulbhai.
9) Abdulla Aboobacker clinched the gold medal in men’s triple jump at the Qosanov Memorial 2025 in Kazakhstan with a best jump of 16.08 m.
10) Moldova became the 107th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) in August 2025.
11) Punjab has become the first state in India to telecast its Assembly proceedings in sign language, a step aimed at ensuring greater inclusivity and accessibility for the deaf community in governance.
12) Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the M.S. Swaminathan Award for Food and Peace in honour of the father of India’s Green Revolution, Professor M.S. Swaminathan, with the inaugural award presented to Nigerian scientist Dr. Ademola Adenle for his significant contributions to reducing hunger in Nigeria.
13) Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan have signed a historic agreement to end decades of conflict, during a meeting hosted by former U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House.
14) BSNL & Numaligarh Refinery Limited signed an MoU to set up India’s first 5G captive non-public network in the refinery sector, promoting Industry 4.0 technologies.
15) Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi inaugurated ‘Agnishodh’, the Indian Army’s research cell at IIT Madras, with the objective of transforming academic innovations into mission-ready indigenous defence technologies.
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK : 16 August 2025
#English
1) Researchers at IIT Delhi and IIT Gandhinagar have created the District Flood Severity Index (DFSI), which measures flood impact in a district based on factors such as the average duration of flood events, the proportion of historically flood-affected areas, total fatalities, number of injuries, and the district’s population.
2) The Ministry of Defence announced that, for the current academic year, the NCERT curriculum now includes chapters highlighting the lives and sacrifices of eminent war heroes—Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma.
3) Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah approved a ₹1,650 crore sports complex at Surya City, Bommasandra, Bengaluru, which will house India’s second-largest cricket stadium (capacity: 80,000) after Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.
▪️ Karnataka CM – Siddaramaiah
➨ Governor – Thaawarchand Gehlot
➨ Bannerghatta National Park
➨ Kudremukh National Park
➨ Nagarahole National Park
➨ Anshi National Park
4) The Ministry of Tourism launched the new AI-powered Incredible India Digital Platform (IIDP) to digitally showcase India’s cultural heritage and tourist destinations globally, integrating travel bookings and real-time information services.
5) The WHO has classified the Hepatitis D virus as a “carcinogenic virus,” highlighting that it infects only those already carrying Hepatitis B and significantly raises the risk of developing liver cancer.
6) The Union Cabinet has sanctioned ₹30,000 crore in compensation for IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL to cover losses from domestic LPG sales, with the amount to be disbursed in 12 installments.
7) Union Minister Annapurna Devi inaugurated the SheLeads II programme in New Delhi, aimed at empowering grassroots women leaders and elected representatives in the wake of the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023.
8) The Bharat Forecast System (BharatFS) has enhanced extreme rainfall prediction accuracy by 30% over the previous model, providing 6 km resolution forecasts powered by the supercomputers Arka and Arunika.
9) Annu Rani clinched the gold medal in the women’s javelin throw at the Wiesław Maniak Memorial in Poland, achieving a season-best mark of 62.59 m.
10) The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the “Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee–Chevening” Scholarship Scheme, under which 5 meritorious students will be sent each year to the UK for a one-year master’s degree in collaboration with the UK’s FCDO.
▪️Uttar Pradesh :-
➨Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dudhwa National Park
➨National Chambal Sanctuary
➨Govind Vallabh Pant Sagar Lake
➨Kashi Vishwanath Temple
➨Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
11) Indian Railways has introduced a 20% discount on return journeys under the Round Trip Package Scheme, applicable when both onward and return tickets are booked together.
12) Mangaluru has been ranked the safest city in India in the Numbeo Safety Index mid-2025 rankings with a score of 74.2, while Abu Dhabi secured the top spot globally.
13) India has been invited as the ‘Guest of Honour’ for the 38th Bogotá International Book Fair (FILBo) 2026, a major cultural event organised since 1988 by the Colombian Book Chamber and Corferias, and considered one of the most significant literary gatherings in the Spanish-speaking world.
14) The cover of Why the Constitution Matters, the debut book by former Chief Justice of India Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, has been unveiled, with its publication by Penguin Random House slated for the end of August.
15) The Indian Army’s Surya Command, in partnership with the Drone Federation of India, has hosted the drone competition Surya Dronnathan 2025 at Sumdo in Himachal Pradesh’s Spiti Valley.
16) Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the “Sudarshan Chakra Mission,” a 10-year plan to boost India’s security with advanced surveillance, interception, and counter-attack systems for quick response to threats on air, land, and sea.
#English
1) Researchers at IIT Delhi and IIT Gandhinagar have created the District Flood Severity Index (DFSI), which measures flood impact in a district based on factors such as the average duration of flood events, the proportion of historically flood-affected areas, total fatalities, number of injuries, and the district’s population.
2) The Ministry of Defence announced that, for the current academic year, the NCERT curriculum now includes chapters highlighting the lives and sacrifices of eminent war heroes—Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Brigadier Mohammad Usman, and Major Somnath Sharma.
3) Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah approved a ₹1,650 crore sports complex at Surya City, Bommasandra, Bengaluru, which will house India’s second-largest cricket stadium (capacity: 80,000) after Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.
▪️ Karnataka CM – Siddaramaiah
➨ Governor – Thaawarchand Gehlot
➨ Bannerghatta National Park
➨ Kudremukh National Park
➨ Nagarahole National Park
➨ Anshi National Park
4) The Ministry of Tourism launched the new AI-powered Incredible India Digital Platform (IIDP) to digitally showcase India’s cultural heritage and tourist destinations globally, integrating travel bookings and real-time information services.
5) The WHO has classified the Hepatitis D virus as a “carcinogenic virus,” highlighting that it infects only those already carrying Hepatitis B and significantly raises the risk of developing liver cancer.
6) The Union Cabinet has sanctioned ₹30,000 crore in compensation for IOCL, BPCL, and HPCL to cover losses from domestic LPG sales, with the amount to be disbursed in 12 installments.
7) Union Minister Annapurna Devi inaugurated the SheLeads II programme in New Delhi, aimed at empowering grassroots women leaders and elected representatives in the wake of the Women’s Reservation Act, 2023.
8) The Bharat Forecast System (BharatFS) has enhanced extreme rainfall prediction accuracy by 30% over the previous model, providing 6 km resolution forecasts powered by the supercomputers Arka and Arunika.
9) Annu Rani clinched the gold medal in the women’s javelin throw at the Wiesław Maniak Memorial in Poland, achieving a season-best mark of 62.59 m.
10) The Uttar Pradesh government has approved the “Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee–Chevening” Scholarship Scheme, under which 5 meritorious students will be sent each year to the UK for a one-year master’s degree in collaboration with the UK’s FCDO.
▪️Uttar Pradesh :-
➨Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Dudhwa National Park
➨National Chambal Sanctuary
➨Govind Vallabh Pant Sagar Lake
➨Kashi Vishwanath Temple
➨Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Turtle Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary
➨Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary
11) Indian Railways has introduced a 20% discount on return journeys under the Round Trip Package Scheme, applicable when both onward and return tickets are booked together.
12) Mangaluru has been ranked the safest city in India in the Numbeo Safety Index mid-2025 rankings with a score of 74.2, while Abu Dhabi secured the top spot globally.
13) India has been invited as the ‘Guest of Honour’ for the 38th Bogotá International Book Fair (FILBo) 2026, a major cultural event organised since 1988 by the Colombian Book Chamber and Corferias, and considered one of the most significant literary gatherings in the Spanish-speaking world.
14) The cover of Why the Constitution Matters, the debut book by former Chief Justice of India Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, has been unveiled, with its publication by Penguin Random House slated for the end of August.
15) The Indian Army’s Surya Command, in partnership with the Drone Federation of India, has hosted the drone competition Surya Dronnathan 2025 at Sumdo in Himachal Pradesh’s Spiti Valley.
16) Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the “Sudarshan Chakra Mission,” a 10-year plan to boost India’s security with advanced surveillance, interception, and counter-attack systems for quick response to threats on air, land, and sea.
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK : 20 August 2025
#English
1) Senior BJP leader La Ganesan, who had been serving as the Governor of Nagaland since February 2023, passed away in Chennai.
➨ Following his demise, President Droupadi Murmu assigned Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla the additional charge of Governor of Nagaland.
▪️ Nagaland :-
CM – Neiphiu Rio
Governor – Ajay Kumar Bhalla (Additional Charge)
Shilloi Lake
Kohima War Cemetery
Tokhu Emong Festival
Naknyulem Festival
Hornbill Festival
2) Jharkhand Women’s Hockey Team clinched the 15th Junior National Women’s Hockey Championship 2025 in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, defeating Haryana 2–1.
2) Bibi Fatima Women’s Self Help Group from Tirtha village, Dharwad, Karnataka won the Equator Initiative Award 2025 by UNDP, becoming the only Indian winner among 10 global awardees.
4) Namrata Batra made history by winning India’s first-ever medal in Wushu at the World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China, where she claimed the silver medal in the women’s 52 kg category.
5) The Union Cabinet has cleared the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) with a budget of ₹2,481 crore, aimed at advancing chemical-free farming and fostering climate-resilient agriculture.
6) The Union Health Ministry introduced SHRESTH (State Health Regulatory Excellence Index) to evaluate and enhance the performance of state drug regulatory systems through a transparent, data-driven framework.
7) Shubman Gill, the captain of India’s Test team, was named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for July 2025 after amassing 567 runs in three Tests, which included a double century and two centuries.
8) The Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025 was passed, which renames the National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET) as the National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT) and abolishes the 50% cap on mineral sales from captive mines.
9) India and Australia convened their 7th round of Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Talks in New Delhi, where discussions focused on nuclear, chemical, and biological disarmament, as well as the use of artificial intelligence in military applications.
10) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla set up a three-member inquiry panel to probe corruption allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, with the committee comprising Supreme Court Judge Aravind Kumar, Madras High Court Chief Justice Maninder Mohan Shrivastava, and senior advocate B.V. Acharya.
11) The government approved the MERITE scheme (Multidisciplinary Education & Research Improvement in Technical Education) to enhance the quality of technical education in line with NEP 2020, with partial funding support from the World Bank.
12) At its 84th convocation ceremony held at Tagore Auditorium, Hyderabad, Osmania University awarded a record 1,261 PhD degrees.
➨ On the occasion, ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan was honored with the university’s 50th honorary doctorate in recognition of his outstanding contributions to India’s space program.
➢ISRO :-
Full Form - Indian Space Research Organisation
Established - 15 August 1969
Founder - Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Headquarters- Bengaluru, Karnataka
Chairman - V. Narayanan
Parent Department - Department of Space, Government of India
#English
1) Senior BJP leader La Ganesan, who had been serving as the Governor of Nagaland since February 2023, passed away in Chennai.
➨ Following his demise, President Droupadi Murmu assigned Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla the additional charge of Governor of Nagaland.
▪️ Nagaland :-
CM – Neiphiu Rio
Governor – Ajay Kumar Bhalla (Additional Charge)
Shilloi Lake
Kohima War Cemetery
Tokhu Emong Festival
Naknyulem Festival
Hornbill Festival
2) Jharkhand Women’s Hockey Team clinched the 15th Junior National Women’s Hockey Championship 2025 in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, defeating Haryana 2–1.
2) Bibi Fatima Women’s Self Help Group from Tirtha village, Dharwad, Karnataka won the Equator Initiative Award 2025 by UNDP, becoming the only Indian winner among 10 global awardees.
4) Namrata Batra made history by winning India’s first-ever medal in Wushu at the World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China, where she claimed the silver medal in the women’s 52 kg category.
5) The Union Cabinet has cleared the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) with a budget of ₹2,481 crore, aimed at advancing chemical-free farming and fostering climate-resilient agriculture.
6) The Union Health Ministry introduced SHRESTH (State Health Regulatory Excellence Index) to evaluate and enhance the performance of state drug regulatory systems through a transparent, data-driven framework.
7) Shubman Gill, the captain of India’s Test team, was named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for July 2025 after amassing 567 runs in three Tests, which included a double century and two centuries.
8) The Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025 was passed, which renames the National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET) as the National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT) and abolishes the 50% cap on mineral sales from captive mines.
9) India and Australia convened their 7th round of Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Talks in New Delhi, where discussions focused on nuclear, chemical, and biological disarmament, as well as the use of artificial intelligence in military applications.
10) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla set up a three-member inquiry panel to probe corruption allegations against Justice Yashwant Varma, with the committee comprising Supreme Court Judge Aravind Kumar, Madras High Court Chief Justice Maninder Mohan Shrivastava, and senior advocate B.V. Acharya.
11) The government approved the MERITE scheme (Multidisciplinary Education & Research Improvement in Technical Education) to enhance the quality of technical education in line with NEP 2020, with partial funding support from the World Bank.
12) At its 84th convocation ceremony held at Tagore Auditorium, Hyderabad, Osmania University awarded a record 1,261 PhD degrees.
➨ On the occasion, ISRO Chairman Dr. V. Narayanan was honored with the university’s 50th honorary doctorate in recognition of his outstanding contributions to India’s space program.
➢ISRO :-
Full Form - Indian Space Research Organisation
Established - 15 August 1969
Founder - Dr. Vikram Sarabhai
Headquarters- Bengaluru, Karnataka
Chairman - V. Narayanan
Parent Department - Department of Space, Government of India
📖 Exam Related Current Affairs with Static GK : 04 October 2025
#English
1) Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, AVSM, NM, assumed charge as the 19th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (ANC), bringing new leadership to India’s only tri-services command.
2) India ranked 128th out of 176 countries (26th regionally) in the 2025 Index of Economic Freedom with a score of 53.0, remaining in the “Mostly Unfree” category, while Singapore retained the top spot as the world’s freest economy.
3) England all-rounder Chris Woakes has retired from international cricket after a career spanning since 2011, during which he featured in 217 matches, scoring 3,705 runs and claiming 396 wickets.
4) The India–EFTA Free Trade Agreement came into force on 1 October 2025, as announced by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal during the UP International Trade Show.
▪️India already has FTAs with UAE, Australia, and UK.
▪️India’s forex reserves reached USD 700 billion.
▪️EFTA Members :- Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein
5) The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas in the civil sector at an estimated cost of ₹5,862 crore, including 20 in districts without KVs, 14 in Aspirational Districts, 4 in Left Wing Extremism-affected areas, and 5 in North-East & Hilly regions.
▪️Currently – 1,288 Kendriya Vidyalayas serve 14 lakh students.
6) The RBI, after its MPC review, revised the FY 2025–26 outlook, projecting GDP growth at 6.8% and inflation at 2.6%, supported by a better monsoon and GST rationalization, as announced by Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
◾️Reserve Bank of India:-
➨Headquarters:- Mumbai, Maharashtra,
➨Established:- 1 April 1935, 1934 Act.
➨Hilton Young Commission
➨ First Governor - Sir Osborne Smith
➨ First Indian Governor - Chintaman Dwarkanath Deshmukh
➨Present Governor:- Sanjay Malhotra
7) The Department of Posts signed an MoU with the Indian Institute of Packaging in Mumbai, represented by Dr. Sudhir Jakhere and Dr. Babu Rao Guduri, to promote eco-friendly postal packaging solutions.
8) The 2023 report by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) shows that Manipur recorded the highest number of violent crimes and riots in the Northeast.
▪️Manipur
➨CM :- Nongthombam Biren Singh
➨Lai Haraoba, Sangai Festival
➨Yaoshang , Porag Festival
➨Thangshi Waterfall
➨Khoupum Waterfall
➨Barak waterfall
➨Khonghampat Orchidarium
➨Loktak Lake
➨Keibul-Lamjao National Park
9) Dr. R. Arthur James, Professor and Head of the Department of Marine Science at Bharathidasan University (BDU), has been awarded the prestigious Tamil Nadu Scientist Award (TANSA) 2022 for his contributions to Environmental Science.
10) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has lowered India’s economic growth forecast for FY26 to 6.5% from the previous estimate of 6.7%.
➨ This revision follows higher U.S. tariffs, which are expected to affect nearly 60% of India’s exports to the U.S., slowing growth momentum in the latter half of 2025-26 and beyond.
11) Major General G. Srinivas has taken over as the Commandant of the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad, succeeding Lieutenant General Harsh Chhibber, who has been promoted to Director General of Information Systems.
12) The Tata Group, in collaboration with Airbus, is setting up India’s first private-sector helicopter Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Vemagal, Karnataka, for the production of the Airbus H125 helicopter.
▪️ Karnataka CM – Siddaramaiah
➨ Governor – Thaawarchand Gehlot
➨ Bannerghatta National Park
➨ Kudremukh National Park
➨ Nagarahole National Park
➨ Anshi National Park
13) Freedom fighter, Gandhian, and socialist leader Dr. G. G. Parikh passed away in Mumbai at the age of 100. Known as the “Saint of the Socialists,” he was celebrated for his simplicity, dedication, and moral courage.
#English
1) Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, AVSM, NM, assumed charge as the 19th Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman & Nicobar Command (ANC), bringing new leadership to India’s only tri-services command.
2) India ranked 128th out of 176 countries (26th regionally) in the 2025 Index of Economic Freedom with a score of 53.0, remaining in the “Mostly Unfree” category, while Singapore retained the top spot as the world’s freest economy.
3) England all-rounder Chris Woakes has retired from international cricket after a career spanning since 2011, during which he featured in 217 matches, scoring 3,705 runs and claiming 396 wickets.
4) The India–EFTA Free Trade Agreement came into force on 1 October 2025, as announced by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal during the UP International Trade Show.
▪️India already has FTAs with UAE, Australia, and UK.
▪️India’s forex reserves reached USD 700 billion.
▪️EFTA Members :- Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein
5) The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas in the civil sector at an estimated cost of ₹5,862 crore, including 20 in districts without KVs, 14 in Aspirational Districts, 4 in Left Wing Extremism-affected areas, and 5 in North-East & Hilly regions.
▪️Currently – 1,288 Kendriya Vidyalayas serve 14 lakh students.
6) The RBI, after its MPC review, revised the FY 2025–26 outlook, projecting GDP growth at 6.8% and inflation at 2.6%, supported by a better monsoon and GST rationalization, as announced by Governor Sanjay Malhotra.
◾️Reserve Bank of India:-
➨Headquarters:- Mumbai, Maharashtra,
➨Established:- 1 April 1935, 1934 Act.
➨Hilton Young Commission
➨ First Governor - Sir Osborne Smith
➨ First Indian Governor - Chintaman Dwarkanath Deshmukh
➨Present Governor:- Sanjay Malhotra
7) The Department of Posts signed an MoU with the Indian Institute of Packaging in Mumbai, represented by Dr. Sudhir Jakhere and Dr. Babu Rao Guduri, to promote eco-friendly postal packaging solutions.
8) The 2023 report by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) shows that Manipur recorded the highest number of violent crimes and riots in the Northeast.
▪️Manipur
➨CM :- Nongthombam Biren Singh
➨Lai Haraoba, Sangai Festival
➨Yaoshang , Porag Festival
➨Thangshi Waterfall
➨Khoupum Waterfall
➨Barak waterfall
➨Khonghampat Orchidarium
➨Loktak Lake
➨Keibul-Lamjao National Park
9) Dr. R. Arthur James, Professor and Head of the Department of Marine Science at Bharathidasan University (BDU), has been awarded the prestigious Tamil Nadu Scientist Award (TANSA) 2022 for his contributions to Environmental Science.
10) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has lowered India’s economic growth forecast for FY26 to 6.5% from the previous estimate of 6.7%.
➨ This revision follows higher U.S. tariffs, which are expected to affect nearly 60% of India’s exports to the U.S., slowing growth momentum in the latter half of 2025-26 and beyond.
11) Major General G. Srinivas has taken over as the Commandant of the College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad, succeeding Lieutenant General Harsh Chhibber, who has been promoted to Director General of Information Systems.
12) The Tata Group, in collaboration with Airbus, is setting up India’s first private-sector helicopter Final Assembly Line (FAL) in Vemagal, Karnataka, for the production of the Airbus H125 helicopter.
▪️ Karnataka CM – Siddaramaiah
➨ Governor – Thaawarchand Gehlot
➨ Bannerghatta National Park
➨ Kudremukh National Park
➨ Nagarahole National Park
➨ Anshi National Park
13) Freedom fighter, Gandhian, and socialist leader Dr. G. G. Parikh passed away in Mumbai at the age of 100. Known as the “Saint of the Socialists,” he was celebrated for his simplicity, dedication, and moral courage.