Current Affairs Aug 2025
In a significant development, Tata Sons shareholders unanimously approved Noel N Tata’s appointment as a director during the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM). This decision follows the passing of the iconic leader Ratan Tata, marking a strategic transition in the group’s leadership. Noel N Tata’s Strategic Appointment Noel N Tata, Chairman of Tata Trusts, was … Read more
India’s family-owned businesses continue to dominate the economic landscape. The Ambani family leads the 2025 Barclays Private Clients Hurun India Most Valuable Family Businesses list with a valuation near one-twelfth of India’s GDP. Ambanis at the Helm with ₹28.2 Lakh Crore Birlas and Jindals Secure the Next Spots Kumar Mangalam Birla Family – ₹6.5 Lakh … Read more
In a significant move to enhance digital payment security, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced the discontinuation of peer-to-peer (P2P) ‘collect requests’ on UPI starting October 1, 2025. This decision aims to combat fraud incidents on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) network involving collect requests. What Are ‘Collect Requests’ in UPI? Current … Read more
State Bank of India (SBI) will introduce nominal charges for online IMPS transfers exceeding ₹25,000 starting August 15. Learn about the revised fee structure and exemptions. IMPS Charges Revised: What’s New? These charges are exclusive of GST and will apply to transactions via internet banking, YONO, or mobile banking. Who is Exempted from These Charges? … Read more
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduces FREE-AI blueprint to regulate ethical AI in India’s financial sector, ensuring innovation while minimizing risks. Committee Formation and Methodology Opportunities with AI in Finance Risk Landscape and Global Policies Core Principles and Strategic Pillars RBI’s Recommendations and Implementation Survey Insights and Current Adoption Integration with Existing RBI Rules and … Read more
Foxconn has started manufacturing iPhone 17 at its new Bengaluru plant, investing $2.8 billion, making it the second-largest unit outside China. Overview: In a significant move for India’s electronics manufacturing sector, Foxconn’s Bengaluru facility has begun production of iPhone 17. This development positions India as a key player in Apple’s global supply chain. With this … Read more
India has made history with its deepest human dive ever, reaching 5,002 meters in the North Atlantic Ocean under the Deep Ocean Mission. This milestone enhances India’s capabilities for the Samudrayaan project set for 2027. Record-Breaking Dives Indo-French Collaboration and Technology Exchange The Deep Ocean Mission & Samudrayaan Project Significance for India Key Takeaways for … Read more
For the first time, the Indian flag was hoisted at Seattle’s Space Needle, marking India’s 79th Independence Day and honoring US-India relations. Historic First at Seattle’s Space Needle In a landmark gesture symbolizing the deepening ties between India and the United States, the Indian Tricolour was hoisted atop Seattle’s iconic Space Needle on the occasion … Read more
Neeraj Ghaywan’s ‘Homebound’ clinches the Best Film and Best Director awards at IFFM 2025, showcasing its global recognition for themes of belonging and displacement. About the Film: ‘Homebound’ Themes and Storytelling Cast The performances have been lauded for their authenticity and emotional depth, bringing Ghaywan’s vision vividly to life. IFFM 2025 Recognition The Indian Film … Read more
Overview: Microsoft secures the top spot on the TopBrand 2025 Global Brands list with a brand value of $1.06 trillion, followed by NVIDIA and Apple. The rankings were revealed at the 19th China Brand Festival in Shenzhen from August 7-11, 2025, emphasizing the dominance of US tech giants in the global branding landscape. Top 10 … Read more
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