Current Affairs 2025
India recently commissioned the INS Udaygiri, the second stealth frigate under Project 17A, showcasing advanced capabilities in maritime security and indigenous defence production. Key Features of INS Udaygiri Weapons Suite Indigenous Manufacturing Highlights Project 17A Overview Legacy Key Takeaways for Competitive Exams
The Hurun Global Unicorn Index 2025 marks a significant milestone in the global startup ecosystem. This year, the total number of privately held startups valued at over $1 billion, known as unicorns, has reached a record 1,523. These companies collectively worth $5.6 trillion are at the forefront of global innovation and entrepreneurship. Global Growth of … Read more
In a significant development towards sustainable manufacturing, India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are joining forces to collaborate in producing green steel and high-grade aluminium. This partnership aims to strengthen industrial ties, enhance clean energy-driven metallurgy, and boost trade under the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Key Objectives Highlights of the Discussion Joint … Read more
In a significant move to enhance India’s innovation landscape, the Union Cabinet sanctioned the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme with an outlay of ₹1 lakh crore on July 1, 2025. This scheme aims to foster private sector investment in impactful research and development, focusing on emerging sectors with long-term financing support at low or … Read more
The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given the green light to the Employment Linked Incentive (ELI) Scheme, aiming to create more than 3.5 crore jobs, especially in the manufacturing sector. With an allocation of about ₹1 lakh crore, this initiative focuses on kickstarting employment for first-time job seekers, assisting employers in … Read more
In a significant move towards digital advancement in railway services, the Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw introduced the ‘RailOne‘ mobile application on July 2, 2025. This app serves as a unified platform offering passengers access to various services like ticket booking, PNR enquiry, journey planning, meal booking, and freight inquiries, aiming to enhance user convenience and … Read more
In a significant move towards elevating India’s sports culture and establishing the nation as a dominant force in global sports, the Union Cabinet has given its approval to the National Sports Policy on July 1, 2025. The newly sanctioned policy aims to seamlessly integrate sports into everyday life, drive economic progress, and construct a sturdy, … Read more
The Government of Andhra Pradesh launched the ‘Digi-Lakshmi‘ scheme on June 30, 2025, to empower urban poor women by creating digital service provider opportunities. The state aims to establish 9,034 Common Service Centres (CSCs) in all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), fostering digital jobs and women-led businesses. Overview of the Digi-Lakshmi Scheme The ‘Digi-Lakshmi‘ scheme is … Read more
In a tribute to faith and service (seva), India’s first-ever wooden Gurdwara, Sri Nanak Niwas, has been constructed in Fazilka, Punjab, inside the police lines. Built from imported Finnish Deodhar wood, this shrine is a unique architectural marvel attracting devotees nationwide. Why is it in the News? The Gurdwara has gained national attention as India’s … Read more
In a significant development for India’s defence industry, Reliance Defence, a subsidiary of Reliance Infrastructure, has teamed up with U.S.-based defence contractor Coastal Mechanics Inc. (CMI) to establish an advanced Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Maharashtra. This collaboration aims to enhance air and land defence platforms for the Indian armed forces and international … Read more
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