Current Affairs July 2025
Current Affairs July 2025
Banks & NBFCs Can Invest 20% in AIFs from Jan 2026
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has relaxed investment rules for banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), increasing the overall exposure cap to 20% and exempting equity investments from strict provisioning norms starting January 1, 2026. Overview: RBI has eased investment regulations for banks and NBFCs in Alternative Investment Funds, … Read more
Anant Ambani: New Executive Director of Reliance Industries
Anant Ambani, the youngest son of Mukesh Ambani, has been appointed as the Executive Director of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) after receiving shareholder approval. His appointment, effective May 1, 2025, marks a new chapter in the leadership structure of India’s largest conglomerate. Appointment Details Importance of the Appointment Key Features of the Appointment Outcome of … Read more
Indian-Origin Techie Nikhil Ravishankar to Become Air New Zealand CEO
Nikhil Ravishankar, an Indian-origin tech executive and current Chief Digital Officer of Air New Zealand, is set to take the reins as the airline’s new CEO from October 20, 2025, succeeding Greg Foran amid industry challenges. Nikhil Ravishankar: A Journey from Tech to the Skies Board’s Confidence: “A Pivotal Moment for the Airline” Air New … Read more
Every Female Athlete to Undergo SRY Gene Test from Sept 2025
From 1 September 2025, female category athletes must undergo a one-time SRY gene test to confirm biological sex. The rule will debut at the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25. Overview The World Athletics Council has introduced new eligibility regulations for female athletes starting 1 September 2025. Athletes competing in the female category will need to … Read more
State of Food Security and Nutrition: FAO Report 2025
The FAO’s State of Food Security and Nutrition 2025 report reveals the impact of high food price inflation on global hunger and malnutrition. Explore the causes, consequences, and solutions for achieving Sustainable Development Goal 2: Zero Hunger by 2030. Overview of Global Food Security Global Food Security: Current Situation The Cost of a Healthy Diet … Read more
Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha Repatriated: A Historic Moment
The sacred Piprahwa relics of Lord Buddha, discovered in 1898 in Uttar Pradesh, have been repatriated to India after nearly being auctioned in Hong Kong in May 2025. This historic event was made possible through a public-private partnership. The Timeless Piprahwa Relics: A Glimpse into History The Piprahwa relics, unearthed by British civil engineer William … Read more
Cambodia Adopts Assam’s Hargila Army Model for Conservation
Recent efforts have seen Cambodia adopting Assam’s successful conservation model for the greater adjutant stork at the Prek Toal Bird Sanctuary in the Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve. This initiative, led by Dr Purnima Devi Barman, aims to empower local communities, especially women, in protecting endangered stork species and wetland biodiversity. Background of the Assam Hargila … Read more
India’s Remarkable Equality Progress: Gini Index Declines to 25.5
India has achieved a Gini Index of 25.5, ranking as the 4th most equal country globally. This significant progress is attributed to welfare schemes like Jan Dhan Yojana, Ayushman Bharat, PMGKAY, and DBT, which have uplifted 171 million people out of poverty since 2011. Understanding the Gini Index Range India’s Current Status What Drove India’s … Read more
MS Swaminathan’s Birth Anniversary Honored as Sustainable Agriculture Day in Maharashtra
On August 7, Maharashtra pays homage to Dr. M.S. Swaminathan by observing Sustainable Agriculture Day. This day honors his significant contributions to Indian agriculture, especially during the Green Revolution. Establishment of Bio-Happiness Research Centres The Maharashtra government has mandated the setting up of Dr. MS Swaminathan Bio-Happiness Centre-Research Centres at all agriculture universities in the … Read more
