🇮🇳 National News
The 10th Ayurveda Day will be celebrated on 23rd September 2025 at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), Goa.
- Theme: “Ayurveda for People & Planet”
- Highlights Ayurveda’s role in sustainable healthcare
- First time held on a fixed calendar date instead of Dhanvantari Jayanti
- Ensures global visibility and consistency
Home Minister Amit Shah virtually inaugurated FTI-TTP services at Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Trichy, Kozhikode, and Amritsar airports, expanding coverage to 13 airports nationwide.
- Aligned with PM Modi’s vision of Speed, Scale, and Scope
- Immigration clearance in just 30 seconds
- Eliminates queues and manual checks
- About 3 lakh travellers registered since 2024 launch
- 2.65 lakh users have already benefited
Organized on 10–11 September by the Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC) in collaboration with Amity University, Noida.
Focused on empowerment, equality, and dignity for Divyangjan.
- Art & craft exhibitions
- Entrepreneurship stalls
- Cultural events
- Continuing Rehabilitation Education sessions with emphasis on Indian Sign Language
India has achieved 250 GW non-fossil fuel capacity, moving towards the target of 500 GW renewable energy by 2030.
- Emphasized Swachh Bharat and Swachh Energy in sustainability
- NEXT GEN GST reforms highlighted for GDP growth contribution
- Under utility-led scheme, 20 lakh households provided free sustainable electricity
- Goal: Reach 1 crore households
The Delhi-Meerut RRTS corridor’s “Namo Bharat” is now India’s fastest train at 160 km/h.
- Covers 55 km of the 82.15 km route
- Connects Delhi and Meerut in under one hour
- Outpaces Gatimaan Express and Vande Bharat Express in speed
- Equipped with ATP, ATC, and ATO technologies
- 36-car sets every 15 minutes
- Integrated with upcoming Meerut Metro
The National Statistics Office (NSO) under MoSPI will carry out:
- All India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS)
- Situation Assessment Survey (SAS) of Agricultural Households
- Timeline: July 2026 – June 2027
- Provides critical data on household finance, debt, assets, and agricultural livelihoods
- Draft schedules open for public feedback until 30th September 2025 on MoSPI’s website
India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $126.4 million loan agreement.
- Aim: Develop sustainable, climate-resilient tourism in Tehri Garhwal District, Uttarakhand
- Expected beneficiaries: 87,000 residents and 2.7 million annual visitors
- Includes infrastructure, sanitation, waste management, and disaster preparedness
Held at Delhi Cantt, with 1,547 cadets from 17 NCC Directorates.
Duration: 12 days, featuring competitions in weapon firing, map reading, signals, and health practices.
- Boys: Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh & Chandigarh Directorate
- Girls: Karnataka & Goa Directorate
DG NCC Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh praised the camp’s role in building discipline, leadership, and camaraderie.
India unveiled FWD Kaal Bhairava, the first indigenous Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Autonomous Combat Aircraft, in Bengaluru.
Developed by Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA) under Atmanirbhar Bharat.
- 30-hour flight endurance
- 3,000 km operational range
- AI-powered capabilities for surveillance, precision strikes, and swarm warfare
- Secured $30 million export order
💼 Business & Economy
Telecommunications Consultants India Limited (TCIL) signed an MoU with Punjab National Bank (PNB).
- Purpose: Enhance PNB’s IT infrastructure and accelerate digital transformation
- TCIL to provide IT consultancy, system integration, and project management
- Supporting roles like Project Management Consultant (PMC) or Project Implementing Agency (PIA)
Insurance Surety Bonds (ISBs) for NHAI projects have exceeded ₹10,000 crore by July 2025.
| Type | Number of ISBs |
|---|---|
| Bid Security | ~1,600 |
| Performance Security | 207 |
Total value: ₹10,369 crore. Issued by 12 insurance firms. Promoted as secure, cost-effective alternatives to traditional bank guarantees.
🌐 International News
India joined the summit in Rome (11–12 September 2025), represented by Director General Paramesh Sivamani and a two-member ICG delegation.
- India showcased its maritime safety expertise
- Placed a bid to host the 2027 edition of the summit
- Attended by 115 countries and global organizations
- One of the most inclusive global maritime forums
During the visit of Mauritian PM Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, India announced a Special Economic Package worth ~USD 680 million.
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Grant-based projects (healthcare, education, aviation) | USD 215 million |
| Grant-cum-Line of Credit (roads, ports, air traffic control) | USD 440 million |
| Budgetary support | USD 25 million |
Strengthened cooperation in maritime security and the Chagos Marine Protected Area.
👔 Appointments
Srinivas Injeti, a retired IAS officer with 40+ years’ experience, has been appointed with SEBI’s approval.
- Led reforms in insolvency, corporate governance, and fintech
- Founding Chairperson of IFCSA
- Served on boards of SEBI and LIC
Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat has been given additional charge of Maharashtra after C. P. Radhakrishnan resigned on being elected Vice-President of India.
- Known for promoting natural farming and social causes
- Will oversee both states until a permanent appointment is made
📅 Important Days
Hindi Diwas is celebrated annually on 14th September to honor Hindi’s adoption as the official language of India in 1949 by the Constituent Assembly.
- First observed in 1953
- Emphasizes the promotion and importance of Hindi across the nation
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