Daily GK 21st July 2025

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International News

56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) Steering Committee Meets

• The first meeting of the Steering Committee for IFFI 2025 took place at NFDC headquarters in Mumbai.
• Chaired by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
• Participants included:
  • Secretary, Ministry of I&B Shri Sanjay Jaju.
  • Festival Director Shri Shekhar Kapur.
  • NFDC MD Shri Prakash Magdum.
  • Officials from Goa government, NFDC, and global film industry.
• Key discussions:
  • Programming strategy.
  • Outreach and talent engagement.
  • Innovative initiatives to make the festival inclusive and globally competitive.

 

India’s UN Voting Pattern Shows Record Abstentions

• India’s abstention rate at the UN reached 44% in 2025, the highest ever.
• Indicates a shift towards strategic autonomy amid a polarized global scenario.
• India refrains from voting on contentious issues such as:
  • Russia-Ukraine conflict.
  • Myanmar crisis.
  • Israel-Palestine disputes.
• This approach:
  • Maintains bilateral relationships.
  • Avoids aligning with global power blocs.
  • Reinforces non-aligned yet assertive diplomacy.

 

 

National News

India Secures 7th Position at International Mathematical Olympiad 2025

• India achieved the 7th rank globally among 110 participating nations at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) 2025.
• The Indian team earned three gold medals, two silver medals, and one bronze medal.
• They also set a national record score of 193 out of 252 points.
• This success highlights the strength of India’s Olympiad ecosystem, supported by HBCSE and guided by experts such as Prof. Shanta Laishram.
• The performance demonstrates India’s consistent rise in global mathematics competitions.

 

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Resigns Due to Health Issues

• Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned on July 21, 2025, citing health reasons.
• As per Article 91, Deputy Chairperson Harivansh will temporarily preside over Rajya Sabha.
• The Vice Presidential election must be held within 60 days, following Articles 63–71 and the Vice-President (Election) Rules, 1974.
• The electoral college includes 788 Members of Parliament.
• Eligibility criteria for the Vice President:
  • Must be an Indian citizen.
  • Minimum age of 35 years.
  • Eligible for Rajya Sabha membership.
• The resignation has initiated a critical election process and reflects shifting dynamics in the executive-legislature relationship.

PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana Introduced

• The Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) was announced in the Union Budget 2025–26.
• It merges 36 central agricultural schemes from 11 ministries into one unified framework.
• The scheme adopts a data-driven, district-based model to boost productivity, sustainability, and farmer income.

₹7,200 Crore Infrastructure Projects Launched in Bihar

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth ₹7,200 crore in Motihari, Bihar.
• These projects fall under the Viksit Bharat Mission, aimed at:
  • Urban renewal.
  • Improved connectivity.
  • Housing development.
• This initiative aligns with Viksit Bharat 2047, targeting inclusive growth by integrating Eastern states into the national development plan.

PM Modi’s UK and Maldives Visit (July 23–26, 2025)

• PM Narendra Modi is on a two-nation visit to the United Kingdom and Maldives from July 23 to 26, 2025.
• Key focus areas:
  • India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
  • India-Maldives Maritime Security Partnership.
• In the UK:
  • Talks with PM Keir Starmer.
  • Meeting with King Charles III.
  • Discussion topics: trade, technology, defence, climate change.
• In the Maldives:
  • Guest of Honour at the 60th Independence Day celebrations.
  • Review of Vision MAHASAGAR progress.
• The visit underlines India’s Neighbourhood First policy, regional leadership, and strategic diplomacy.

 

 

Banking News

NSDL Payments Bank Granted Scheduled Bank Status

• NSDL Payments Bank Limited has been added to the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934.
• Benefits of this inclusion:
  • Access to RBI refinancing facilities.
  • Membership in clearinghouses.
  • Enhanced regulatory credibility.
• The bank focuses on digital savings and remittance services for underserved communities, aligning with RBI’s financial inclusion goals.

Schemes News

₹15,000 Incentive for First-Time Private Sector Employees

• PM Narendra Modi announced a new employment scheme:
  • Offers ₹15,000 incentive for first-time private sector workers.
• Scheme details:
  • Effective August 1, 2025.
  • ₹1 lakh crore budget allocation.
  • Focus on eastern states, including Bihar.
  • Aims to boost formal employment and support youth workforce integration.

 

Science & Technology

ISRO’s Ambitious Space Exploration Roadmap

• ISRO plans to:
  • Launch an Indian space station by 2035.
  • Execute a human moon mission by 2040.
• Led by Chairman V. Narayanan, ISRO has already:
  • Completed the Aditya-L1 solar mission.
  • Conducted successful docking experiments.
• Upcoming projects include a Venus orbiter mission.
• These efforts underscore India’s commitment to becoming a global space power.

Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) Opens First Campus

• The first IICT campus was inaugurated on July 18, 2025, at the NFDC complex in Mumbai.
• Launched by:
  • CM Devendra Fadnavis.
  • Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
• Objectives:
  • Promote innovation in digital and creative technologies.
  • Make India a global hub for entertainment technology.
• Admissions have started for 17 specialized courses (3 months to 1+ year duration).
• Classes will commence by September 2025, open to students across India.

MoUs and Agreements

₹27,000 Crore Equity Infusion for Renewable Energy

• The Government of India approved a ₹27,000 crore equity investment into:
  • NTPC Ltd.
  • NLC India Ltd.
• Purpose:
  • Accelerate renewable energy projects.
  • Support India’s clean energy targets under its energy transition strategy.

 

Sports News

Fit India Sundays on Cycle Initiative

• The Fit India Sundays on Cycle campaign is a national movement for:
  • Fitness promotion.
  • Drug-free youth empowerment.
• Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
• Features:
  • Cycling events, yoga sessions, and games.
  • Public awareness programs like the BHU Varanasi event.
• Aligns with Viksit Bharat’s vision by fostering healthy habits and community involvement.