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Technology
Semicon India 2025
Inaugurated by PM at Yashobhoomi (IICC), New Delhi. Aimed at catalysing India’s semiconductor ecosystem with participation from 48+ countries. Highlighted India’s 7.8% Q1 GDP growth across manufacturing, services, agriculture, and construction.
Appointments
OpenAI’s India Leadership
Raghav Gupta (former Coursera APAC MD) appointed as Head of Education for India & Asia-Pacific. OpenAI plans to open its first India office later this year, signalling India’s priority status.
Business & Industry
Tata Electronics–Merck MoU
Strategic MoU to strengthen semiconductor and electronics manufacturing capabilities. Aligns with India Semiconductor Mission to bolster materials, technology, and world-class manufacturing standards for India’s chip hub ambition.
Financial Inclusion
Niveshak Didi Phase II
Launched by IEPFA in Hyderabad. A “for women, by women” initiative focusing on women-led financial literacy in rural areas. Teaches digital banking, fraud prevention, and prudent investing under Digital India.
Education
NCERT’s 65th Foundation Day Launches
Key launches: Bal Vatika TV (early learners), DIKSHA 2.0 (AI-driven multilingual support), PRASHAST 2.0 (disability screening). Also includes UDL-based textbooks, VR labs, and regional primers.
Defence
Yudh Abhyas 2025 – India-US Exercise
21st edition held at Fort Wainwright, Alaska (Sept 1–14). Features India’s Madras Regiment and US Army’s 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry “Bobcats.” Focus: Arctic/mountain warfare, heliborne ops, UAS, combat medical aid.
Space & Science
PRATUSH Mission
Powered by RRI-developed compact single-board computer. Seeks to detect 21-cm hydrogen signal from Cosmic Dawn on Moon’s far side. Radio-quiet location reduces terrestrial interference for studying early universe.
International
25th SCO Summit – Tianjin Declaration
Specifically condemned the Pahalgam terror attack (April 22, 2025). Reiterated SCO’s united stance against terrorism, separatism, extremism. Called for zero tolerance, accountability, and enhanced intelligence sharing.
Sports
2026 BWF World Championships
New Delhi to host in August 2026. Returns to India after 17 years (last: Hyderabad, 2009) and to Asia after 8 years (post-Nanjing 2018). Underscores India’s rising profile as global sports venue.
Appointments
New FSSAI CEO
Rajit Punhani, a 1991-batch IAS officer, has taken charge as CEO of Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Key focus: Stronger food safety, public health safeguards, regulatory modernization.
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Venue for Semicon India 2025?
Yashobhoomi (IICC), New Delhi
48+ countries participated
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Who is OpenAI’s Head of Education for India & APAC?
Raghav Gupta
Former Coursera APAC Managing Director
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What is “Niveshak Didi” initiative about?
Women-led financial literacy in rural areas
Launched by IEPFA, “for women, by women”
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TV channel launched by NCERT for early learners?
Bal Vatika TV
Launched on NCERT’s 65th Foundation Day
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Location of Yudh Abhyas 2025 exercise?
Fort Wainwright, Alaska
21st edition, Sept 1–14, 2025
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PRATUSH mission aims to detect what signal?
21-cm hydrogen signal from Cosmic Dawn
On Moon’s far side, developed by RRI
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Host city for 2026 BWF World Championships?
New Delhi
Returns to India after 17 years
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Who is the new CEO of FSSAI?
Rajit Punhani
1991-batch IAS officer
Think & Discuss
India’s Semiconductor Ambition: Can We Become a Global Chip Hub?
Context from today’s quiz: Semicon India 2025 was inaugurated at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, bringing together global CEOs, start-ups, and delegates from 48+ countries. The Tata Electronics–Merck MoU further strengthens India’s semiconductor manufacturing capabilities under the India Semiconductor Mission.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
India is making significant moves to establish itself as a global semiconductor manufacturing hub—a sector currently dominated by Taiwan, South Korea, and the USA. With initiatives like the India Semiconductor Mission and strategic partnerships with global giants, the country is positioning itself in the global chip supply chain.
What challenges must India overcome to compete with established semiconductor giants, and how realistic is the goal of becoming a major chip manufacturing hub by 2030?
What challenges must India overcome to compete with established semiconductor giants, and how realistic is the goal of becoming a major chip manufacturing hub by 2030?
- How can India address the massive capital investment and technical expertise gap in semiconductor fabrication?
- What role should academic institutions and R&D labs play in building a skilled workforce for this sector?
- Should India focus on chip design (fabless) or chip manufacturing (fabs), or pursue both simultaneously?
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share your perspective in the comments.
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