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National News
National Cooperation Policy 2025
- The policy aims to triple the cooperative sector’s GDP contribution and achieve 50 crore active members.
- Goal: Establish one cooperative in every village and create five model villages per tehsil.
- Prioritizes technology-driven, transparent, and youth-centric cooperatives.
- Expands cooperatives into new sectors: insurance, tourism, green energy, and taxi services.
- Initiatives include:
- White Revolution 2.0 for dairy advancement.
- Sahkar Taxi services.
- A dedicated Cooperative University for professional training.
- Objective: Build an inclusive, self-reliant, and future-ready cooperative ecosystem.
India-UK FTA Signed: Big Gains for Trade and Consumers
- Free Trade Agreement signed on July 24, 2025 between India and the UK.
- Impact:
- Eliminates duties on 99% of Indian exports to the UK.
- Lowers tariffs on UK goods in India like Scotch whisky, British cars, chocolates, cosmetics, and medical devices.
- Benefits:
- Boost for Indian exports in textiles, gems, auto components, and pharmaceuticals.
- Indian professionals benefit from eased visa norms and social security waivers.
- Expected to double bilateral trade by 2030.
India Achieves 20% Ethanol Blending Ahead of Schedule
- India has reached 20% ethanol blending in petrol in 2025, five years before the 2030 deadline.
- Progress:
- Increased from 1.5% in 2014 to 20% in 2025.
- Achievements:
- Saved ₹1.36 lakh crore in foreign exchange.
- Reduced CO₂ emissions by 698 lakh tonnes.
- Farmers earned ₹1.18 lakh crore through ethanol sales.
- Primarily derived from sugarcane, this move strengthens energy security and climate commitments.
PM Modi Becomes India’s 2nd Longest-Serving Prime Minister
- On July 25, 2025, PM Modi completed 4,078 consecutive days in office, surpassing Indira Gandhi’s record.
- First non-Congress PM to serve two full terms.
- Longest-serving leader from a non-Hindi-speaking state.
- First post-independence born PM to achieve this milestone.
Aadi Thiruvathirai Festival 2025: Honoring Rajendra Chola I
- Festival held from 23–27 July 2025 at Gangaikonda Cholapuram.
- Celebrates 1,000 years of Rajendra Chola I’s maritime achievements and temple construction.
- Features:
- Bharatanatyam performances and Devaram chanting.
- ASI exhibitions showcasing Chola heritage.
- Special concert by Ilaiyaraaja.
- PM Modi attended as Chief Guest, promoting Shaiva Siddhanta, Tamil Bhakti tradition, and Chola cultural legacy.
International News
India Resumes Tourist Visas for Chinese Nationals
- After five years, India has reopened tourist visa applications for Chinese citizens.
- Process:
- Applications can be made online or through Indian consulates in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.
- Comes soon after the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, signaling improved ties and tourism revival.
France to Recognize Palestine
- France will officially recognize the State of Palestine in September 2025, becoming the first G7 nation to do so.
- Goal: Encourage ceasefire, support Gaza reconstruction, and push for a two-state solution.
- Reaction:
- Welcomed by Palestine, condemned by Israel, and opposed by the US.
- Move carries significant diplomatic implications, despite existing geopolitical challenges.
Economy News
Net FDI Inflows Drop Sharply in May 2025
- According to RBI Bulletin, India’s net FDI inflows declined 98% YoY, reaching $35 million in May 2025.
- Reasons:
- 24% increase in repatriation.
- 11% decrease in gross inflows.
- Major sources: Singapore, Mauritius, UAE, USA.
- Key sectors: Manufacturing, financial services, IT.
- Outward FDI rose to $2.1 billion, primarily in transport and business services.
- Despite the dip, FX reserves remain strong at $696.7 billion, covering 11 months of imports.
Appointments News
Ajay Seth Appointed as IRDAI Chairman
- Former Finance Secretary Ajay Seth, a 1987-batch IAS officer, appointed as IRDAI chief.
- Known for expertise in economic affairs, fiscal management, and infrastructure development.
- Expected to:
- Strengthen regulatory frameworks.
- Boost insurance penetration.
- Promote policy innovation in the insurance sector.
Agreements News
Centre of Excellence on PESA Launched in Amarkantak
- New Centre at IGNTU, Amarkantak, under a tripartite MoU with Ministry of Panchayati Raj and Madhya Pradesh Government.
- Aims to:
- Build governance capacity in tribal regions.
- Enhance participatory planning and research.
- Preserve tribal knowledge systems.
- Launch of “PESA in Action” compendium highlights best practices for tribal self-governance.
Defense News
DRDO Successfully Tests ULPGM-V3
- DRDO tested the UAV-Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM)-V3 at Kurnool.
- Features:
- Weight: 12.5 kg, powered by dual-thrust solid motor.
- Uses infrared imaging, supports day-night targeting, and has a two-way data link.
- Developed in collaboration with MSMEs, startups, Adani, and BDL.
- Aligns with Aatmanirbhar Bharat and strengthens India’s drone-based strike capabilities.
Science & Technology News
NASA Launches TRACERS Mission
- Mission to study Earth’s magnetic defense against solar storms.
- Involves two satellites analyzing magnetic reconnection in polar cusps.
- Launched with Athena EPIC, PExT, and REAL satellites via SpaceX Falcon 9.
- Aims to safeguard satellite communication and power grids globally.
Obituaries News
Hulk Hogan Passes Away at 71
- WWE legend and pop culture icon Hulk Hogan died of cardiac arrest in Florida at age 71.
- Known for the phrase: “Whatcha gonna do when Hulkamania runs wild on you?”.
- Achievements:
- Headlined eight WrestleMania events.
- Inducted twice into WWE Hall of Fame.
- Starred in multiple films.
- Despite controversies, Hogan’s legacy in sports entertainment remains unmatched.
Business News
Sundar Pichai Reaches $1.1 Billion Net Worth
- Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai’s net worth crosses $1.1 billion, driven by AI-driven growth and stock performance.
- Owns just 0.02% of Alphabet stock, wealth primarily from stock sales and compensation.
- Factors:
- Alphabet stock rose 120% in 2024.
- $50 billion investment in AI projects.
- DeepMind acquisition contributed to growth.
Important Days News
International Day for Women and Girls of African Descent – July 25
- Observed annually on July 25, this day honors the strength, identity, and rights of women and girls of African heritage.
- Core themes:
- Addressing intersectional challenges like racism, sexism, and economic disparities.
- Promoting education, leadership, and inclusive policies.
- Celebrating the resilience and contributions of African-descended women in building a more equitable and sustainable world.
World Drowning Prevention Day – July 25
- World Drowning Prevention Day, initiated by the UN in 2021, aims to raise awareness about drowning, a largely preventable cause of death.
- Key facts:
- Over 236,000 people die annually from drowning.
- 90% of deaths occur in low and middle-income countries, particularly in South-East Asia and the Western Pacific.
- Solutions emphasized include:
- Barriers to water bodies.
- Swimming and rescue training.
- Community involvement and policy initiatives for safer water practices.
International Day for Judicial Well-being – July 25
- First observed in 2025 following UN Resolution A/RES/79/266, this day promotes the mental and emotional health of the judiciary.
- Inspired by the Nauru Declaration (2024) and led by Justice Rangajeeva Wimalasena.
- Key objectives:
- Break the stigma around judicial stress.
- Encourage institutional reforms for wellness.
- Engage UN bodies, legal institutions, academia, and civil society in dialogue and action.