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The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has launched Adi Karmayogi Student Chapters across top institutions such as IITs, IIMs, AIIMS, NITs, and other prestigious universities.
- Create a nationwide youth-led movement
- Empower tribal youth as leaders, innovators, and agents of social change
- Link students with tribal communities and development projects
- Aligned with PM Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the redeveloped Tripura Sundari Temple in Udaipur, Tripura, a historic Shaktipeetha built in 1501 by Maharaj Dhanya Manikya Bahadur.
- Funded under PRASAD scheme + ₹7 crore from Tripura government
- Replica of all 51 Shaktipeethas
- Modern three-storeyed temple complex
- Newly developed Shaktipeetha Park
- Attracts 2 lakh+ devotees annually during Diwali
The Ahmednagar Railway Station in Maharashtra has officially been renamed ‘Ahilyanagar’ in honor of Lokmata Ahilyabai Holkar, the respected 18th-century Maratha queen.
With approval from the Union Home Ministry, Central Railway updated the new station name across all platforms, signage, and schedules in Marathi, Hindi, and English.
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) signed a $125 million loan agreement to upgrade urban services in Assam.
- Benefits nearly 3.6 lakh residents
- Continuous metered water supply
- Improved stormwater management across six district HQs and Guwahati
- Focus on urban livability, climate resilience, and good governance
At the 28th National Conference on e-Governance in Visakhapatnam, Gram Panchayats were awarded the National e-Governance Awards 2025 for pioneering digital governance at the grassroots level.
- Paperless offices
- Online delivery of services (birth/death certificates, property tax via QR/UPI)
- Real-time grievance redressal systems
- Digital literacy programmes
Notable winners: Gram Panchayats of Rohini (Maharashtra), West Majlishpur (Tripura), Palsana (Gujarat), and Suakati (Odisha).
On 22 September 2025, India and Morocco signed an MoU on defence cooperation in Rabat.
- Defence industry collaboration
- Military training and joint exercises
- Counter-terrorism and maritime security
- Cyber defence and peacekeeping
- Defence Wing to be established at Indian Embassy in Rabat
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan inaugurated the inaugural Tri Services Academia Technology Symposium (T-SATS) at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
- Strengthen R&D collaboration between academia and armed forces
- Participation from 62 leading institutes including IISc and IITs
- CDS urged whole-of-nation approach involving academia, startups, and industry
- Enhance indigenous defence capabilities
Project Vijayak, launched by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) in 2010, celebrated its 15th Raising Day in Kargil.
- Building connectivity across Zojila–Kargil–Leh and Nimmu–Padam–Darcha routes
- Part of Western Indus Corridor
- Named after Operation Vijay
- Strengthens security infrastructure near Line of Control (LC)
- Emphasizes labour welfare with shelters, sanitation, and health facilities
💼 Business & Economy
Nvidia has announced plans to invest $100 billion in OpenAI, aimed at establishing large-scale data centers powered by at least 10 gigawatts of Nvidia chips.
- Aims to accelerate AI infrastructure and growth
- First phase deployment targeted for second half of 2026
- Follows Nvidia’s recent $5 billion investment in Intel
- Part of aggressive AI expansion strategy
The Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) recorded a 6.3% year-on-year increase in August 2025.
| Sector | Growth |
|---|---|
| Steel | +14.2% |
| Coal | +11.4% |
| Cement | +6.1% |
| Fertilizers | +4.6% |
| Electricity | +3.1% |
| Petroleum Refinery | +3.0% |
| Crude Oil | -1.2% |
| Natural Gas | -2.2% |
Cumulative growth for April–August 2025-26: 2.8%. ICI represents 40.27% of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP).
🌐 International News
India and Brazil launched Maitri 2.0, a cross-incubation programme to promote innovation and co-creation in agriculture technology (agritech).
- Launched in New Delhi on 22 September 2025 by ICAR DG Dr. M. L. Jat
- Growing bilateral cooperation through BRICS and G20
- Connects startups, incubators, and research institutes
- Focus on sustainable farming, digital technologies, and value-chain growth
During the 25th Asian Regional Conference in Singapore (Sept 19, 2025), India was elected as a member of the Interpol Asian Committee.
- Organized crime and Cybercrime
- Terrorism
- Human trafficking
- Drug trafficking
Represented by a CBI delegation, India will join annual deliberations to set strategic priorities across member states.
The BBNJ Treaty (Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction), a UN agreement under UNCLOS, will officially come into force on 17 January 2026 after securing the required 60 ratifications.
- Protect marine biodiversity beyond 200 nautical miles
- Expand Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
- Fair benefit-sharing from Marine Genetic Resources (MGR)
- Mandatory Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) for deep-sea mining
- 143 nations (including India) have signed
From October 1, 2025, China will introduce the K visa to attract young STEM professionals worldwide, allowing entry without the need for a domestic employer invitation.
- Multiple entries and longer validity
- Permission for academic, scientific, and entrepreneurial ventures
- Response to tightening US H-1B visa rules
- US proposes $100,000 fee for H-1B
🏆 Sports
At the 69th Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris (Sept 22, 2025):
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Men’s Ballon d’Or | Ousmane Dembélé (PSG) |
| Women’s Ballon d’Or | Aitana Bonmatí (3rd consecutive) |
| Club of the Year (Men) | PSG |
| Club of the Year (Women) | Arsenal |
| Yashin Trophy | Gianluigi Donnarumma |
| Best Coach Award | Luis Enrique |
Rising stars Lamine Yamal and Victor López also earned recognition.
📅 Important Days
The International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL) is celebrated every year on September 23, as recognized by the United Nations.
2025 Theme: “Sign Language Unites Us”
The day aims to enhance awareness of linguistic diversity, human rights, and accessible communication.
For the first time, Ayurveda Day 2025 will be observed on 23 September, replacing Dhanteras as its official date.
- Date aligns with the autumnal equinox, symbolizing balance
- Ensures a globally consistent celebration
- Announced by Ministry of Ayush in March 2025
- 2025 Theme: “Ayurveda for People and Planet”
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