Current Affairs Aug 2025
OpenAI is set to launch its inaugural office in New Delhi in 2025, supporting the IndiaAI initiative and enhancing AI accessibility for students, developers, and businesses. Why OpenAI is Expanding to India Key Benefits of the New Office Implications for India’s AI Landscape Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams:
ISRO achieves a major milestone by conducting the first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) for the Gaganyaan Mission on August 24, 2025. This test validates the parachute-based deceleration system crucial for crew safety during re-entry and landing of the crew module. Significance of the Integrated Air Drop Test Progress in Gaganyaan Programme Human Rated Launch … Read more
Anish Dayal Singh, former CRPF chief and 1988-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the Deputy National Security Advisor (NSA) to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His vast experience in counter-insurgency and intelligence will enhance India’s national security framework. Who Is Anish Dayal Singh? Background and Early Career Shift to Central Security Agencies Key Roles and … Read more
DRDO successfully conducted flight-tests of the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) on August 23, 2025, showcasing multi-layered defence using QRSAM, VSHORADS, and DEW. Overview India achieved a significant milestone in indigenous defence capability with the successful maiden flight-tests of the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) by DRDO on August 23, 2025, off the … Read more
In a significant move toward strengthening India’s internal security framework, Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB), Alwar, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This partnership aims to bolster professional training, academic collaboration, and research innovation in the domain of national security, law enforcement, and border management. Strategic Significance of the MoU … Read more
In a significant move for India’s financial landscape, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has given the green light to Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) to purchase up to 24.99% stake in Yes Bank, making it a major cross-border M&A deal in the banking sector. The Deal Details Valuation and Impact RBI’s Decision Broader … Read more
India has swiftly become the focal point of the global AI competition, attracting tech giants like OpenAI and Google to vie for supremacy in the vast Indian market. OpenAI’s recent entry into the country and launch of ChatGPT Go at an affordable price of ₹399 per month has ignited an AI price war in India, … Read more
A new analysis by the Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has revealed that 40% of India’s Chief Ministers face criminal cases, highlighting the persisting issue of the criminalization of politics. The report comes at a crucial time as the government introduces three new bills seeking to remove the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers, and Ministers arrested … Read more
Indian shooter Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar excelled at the 16th Asian Shooting Championship 2025 in Shymkent, Kazakhstan, securing the gold medal in the men’s 50-meter rifle three-position event. This victory bolsters India’s successful streak in shooting. The Final Results Tomar’s exceptional performance in the final round allowed him to outshine China’s Zhao by a slim … Read more
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has announced a groundbreaking insurance scheme for municipal staff, providing financial security and education support. The initiative aims to ensure the welfare of workers and their families, showcasing a commitment to civic responsibility. The announcement was made on August 23, 2025, during the Swachh Andhra–Swarna Andhra campaign in … Read more
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