Current Affairs Aug 2025
Google has launched its latest AI photo editing tool, the Nano Banana, now officially known as Gemini 2.5 Flash Image. This cutting-edge tool offers unique features like consistent character edits, design mixing, and smart image merging. What Is Nano Banana? The Nano Banana, or Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, is an AI-powered photo editing tool that … Read more
Dinesh K Patnaik has been appointed as India’s high commissioner to Canada, marking a significant diplomatic move to mend ties after the 2023 Nijjar controversy. Background: A Strained Relationship A Shift in Leadership and Policy Who is Dinesh K Patnaik? Canada’s New Envoy: Christopher Cooter Economic and People-to-People Ties Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
OpenAI appoints Raghav Gupta to lead its education strategy in India and APAC. With AI learning tools, grants, and partnerships, OpenAI aims to transform education in the region. Leadership Appointment: Raghav Gupta Joins OpenAI Partnerships and Talent Development Looking Ahead: OpenAI’s Long-Term Commitment to India This educational expansion precedes the upcoming India visit of OpenAI … Read more
Neeraj Chopra, India’s Olympic gold medallist in javelin, secured second place at the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final with an impressive 85.01m throw, marking his 26th consecutive top-two finish in men’s javelin. Competition Highlights Germany’s Julian Weber stole the show in Zurich with remarkable throws, including a season-best 91.51m, clinching the first position. Key Results … Read more
In a strategic move, Infosys partners with Mastercard to integrate Mastercard Move into Finacle, facilitating fast, secure cross-border payments across 200+ countries and 150+ currencies. What is Mastercard Move? Mastercard Move is an advanced suite of money transfer solutions by Mastercard, enabling secure and near real-time transactions domestically and internationally. It caters to banks, non-bank … Read more
In a significant move towards shaping the future of artificial intelligence (AI), the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has introduced two groundbreaking initiatives – the United Nations Independent International Scientific Panel on AI and the Global Dialogue on AI Governance. These initiatives, announced on August 26, 2025, aim to enhance global cooperation, ethical AI deployment, … Read more
The Union Cabinet has approved a significant restructuring and extension of the PM SVANidhi Scheme till March 2030, enhancing financial and digital access for over 1.15 crore street vendors. Launched in June 2020, the scheme aims to strengthen urban livelihoods and promote digital inclusion. Key Changes in the Restructured PM SVANidhi Scheme Scheme Impact Since … Read more
In a groundbreaking initiative, the Ministry of Defence collaborates with the Quality Council of India (QCI) to boost services for over 63 lakh veterans in India through digital evaluations, healthcare enhancements, and re-employment aid. MoU Objectives and Strategic Impact What the MoU Covers This partnership aims to modernize veteran support mechanisms, ensuring more efficient, data-driven, … Read more
India is sending over 700 soldiers to participate in ‘Exercise Bright Star 2025‘ in Egypt from August 28 to September 10, enhancing tri-service interoperability and strengthening military ties with friendly nations. About Exercise Bright Star Initiated in 1980 as a bilateral drill between Egypt and the United States, Bright Star has grown into one of … Read more
In a significant move, Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court, Justice Alok Aradhe, and Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, Justice Vipul Pancholi, have been appointed as judges of the Supreme Court of India. This decision, while filling the apex court’s sanctioned strength, has stirred controversy within the Collegium. Collegium Composition and Meeting … Read more
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