Current Affairs Aug 2025
India marks a significant stride towards semiconductor self-reliance with the inauguration of the first full-scale OSAT facility in Sanand, Gujarat. Union IT Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw and Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel unveiled the facility, signaling a pivotal moment in India’s semiconductor journey. The India Semiconductor Mission: A Game-Changer Gujarat’s Role in the Semiconductor … Read more
The Ministry of Minority Affairs has introduced a dedicated UMEED portal module to offer maintenance support to widows, divorced women, and orphans through Waqf properties. Overview The Ministry of Minority Affairs has unveiled a new UMEED Portal module to assist widows, divorced women, and orphans from minority communities. This module allows eligible individuals to apply … Read more
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta introduces electric U-Special buses for Delhi University students, aiming to enhance student transit and ease metro fare concerns. Reviving a Legacy with Modern Touch Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta revitalizes the long-dormant U-Special bus service, offering a modern, electric, and eco-friendly solution for student transportation. This initiative combines sustainability with … Read more
In 2025, India inaugurated its inaugural National Biofoundry Network (NBN) as part of the BioE3 Policy, aimed at enhancing native biomanufacturing and attaining a $300 billion bioeconomy by 2030. The unveiling by Union Science & Technology Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh establishes India as a key player in sustainable biotechnology and indigenous biomanufacturing. Overview of the … Read more
Former RBI Governor Urjit Patel has been appointed as Executive Director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a three-year term. This article explores his career, tenure at RBI, and significance of this global role. Urjit Patel’s Appointment to the IMF This marks another high-level international assignment for India in multilateral financial institutions. Professional Background … Read more
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) has announced a groundbreaking investment of ₹300 billion (~$3.43 billion) in constructing a new aluminium smelter and a coal-based power plant in Odisha. This move is in line with India’s industrial expansion efforts. Investment Breakdown and Project Timeline Strategic Partnerships in Energy To facilitate the power plant project, NALCO is … Read more
In a significant step towards enhancing agricultural ties, India and Bhutan have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen cooperation in agriculture and related sectors. The MoU aims to foster collaboration in areas such as livestock, research, post-harvest management, and food security. Signing of the MoU The MoU was signed by Devesh Chaturvedi, Secretary, … Read more
Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth opens MILMEDICON 2025, focusing on trauma care, AI in military medicine, and the centenary of Military Nursing Service. Overview: Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth inaugurated MILMEDICON 2025, an international conference centred on physical and mental trauma in military settings, at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi. The event highlights trauma … Read more
Minerva Academy FC’s U-14/15 team recently achieved a rare and unprecedented feat in global youth football by winning the prestigious Gothia Cup (Sweden), Dana Cup (Denmark), and Norway Cup (Norway) in a single season. Union Minister Mandaviya hailed it as a new era for Indian football. The Historic European Treble The U-14/15 squad of Minerva … Read more
Andhra Pradesh SIPB, chaired by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, greenlights 30 projects worth ₹53,922 crore, set to create 83,437 jobs. Major investments include Apollo Tyres, HFCL, and Reliance Green Tech. Overview The State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) of Andhra Pradesh, under CM N. Chandrababu Naidu, sanctioned 30 new investment projects amounting to ₹53,922 crore … Read more
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