Daily GK 2nd September 2025

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Appointment News

T.C.A. Kalyani Appointed as Controller General of Accounts (CGA)

• C.A. Kalyani, a 1991-batch officer of the Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS), has assumed charge as the 29th Controller General of Accounts in the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance.
• She brings with her 34+ years of experience in areas such as public financial management, accounting, governance, and administration.
• Throughout her career, she has served in several ministries, including Defence, Telecom, Fertilizers, Finance, Social Justice & Empowerment, Information & Broadcasting, and Home Affairs.
• She played a pivotal role in implementing the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme for farmers under the fertilizer subsidy program.
• At MTNL, she spearheaded the digital transformation drive, introducing facilities like online bill payments and payment kiosks.

National News

Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Highlights ‘Garv Se Swadeshi’ at Sports Goods Conclave

• Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya chaired the first Sports Goods Manufacturing Conclave in New Delhi, jointly organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and NITI Aayog.
• For the first time, Sports Goods Manufacturing has been formally included in the Allocation of Business Rules, 1961 under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.
• India’s sports goods industry is valued at USD 4.88 billion (₹42,877 crore) in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 6.6 billion (₹57,800 crore) by 2027 and ₹87,300 crore by 2034.
• The sector generates employment for over 5 lakh people, largely concentrated in MSME hubs like Meerut, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, and Delhi-NCR.
• India ranks as the 3rd largest sports goods producer in Asia and the 21st largest exporter globally, with exports worth USD 523 million (2023–24) to more than 90 nations.
• Top export destinations include the USA, UK, Australia, Germany, and France, while new markets are opening in South Africa, UAE, Canada, and Sweden.

Launch of Adi Vaani: AI Translator for Tribal Languages

• The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has unveiled the Beta version of “Adi Vaani”, India’s first AI-driven tribal language translator, designed to safeguard endangered tribal tongues and foster inclusive growth.
• Developed under the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh initiative, Adi Vaani offers real-time translations, language learning support, and digital preservation of tribal culture using models like NLLB and IndicTrans2.
• Created in partnership with IIT Delhi, BITS Pilani, IIIT Hyderabad, and Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs), the tool presently supports Santali, Bhili, Mundari, and Gondi, with more tribal languages in development.

NeGD Achieves 2,000 e-Gov Services Integration

• The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) under MeitY has achieved a milestone by integrating nearly 2,000 e-government services across all 36 states and UTs onto platforms like DigiLocker and e-District.
• Citizens can now easily access services such as certificates, welfare schemes, and utility bill payments, ensuring greater convenience and transparency.
• Maharashtra leads the integration drive with 254 services, followed by Delhi, Karnataka, Assam, and Uttar Pradesh.
• NeGD also aims to expand further with the integration of AI-based technologies.

PM Modi’s Gifts to Japanese PM

• During his Japan visit, PM Narendra Modi gifted Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba a set of vintage moonstone ramen bowls with silver chopsticks, blending Indian artistry with Japanese tradition.
• The bowls are crafted from moonstone sourced from Andhra Pradesh, symbolizing love and protection, with bases made of Makrana marble adorned by Rajasthani parchinkari inlay work.
• Modi also presented Ishiba’s spouse with a handwoven Kashmiri Pashmina shawl, encased in a hand-painted papier-mâché box, showcasing Kashmir’s craft heritage.

Odisha Emerges as a Leader in E-Bus Adoption

• Odisha now ranks 5th nationally in electric bus adoption, deploying 450 e-buses, surpassing several neighboring states.
• The state government has plans to expand the fleet to 1,000+ buses, extending services beyond Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Puri to Sambalpur, Jharsuguda, Keonjhar, Berhampur, and Angul.
• The project is supported by central financial aid, with Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT) leading the rollout.
• Infrastructure upgrades like charging stations and smart ticketing (QR codes, NCMC, and app-based systems) are being added to support the initiative.

International News

India-China Diplomatic Reset at SCO Summit

• Indian PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met during the SCO Summit in Tianjin, marking their first interaction in 10 months.
• Both nations signaled intent to rebuild trust post-Galwan clashes, resuming direct flights, pilgrimages, tourism, and border trade.
• Leaders emphasized strategic autonomy, South-South cooperation, and preventing disputes from escalating.
• Strengthened ties are expected to benefit economic collaboration, particularly in EVs and rare earth trade.
• This meeting indicates a diplomatic recalibration amidst evolving US–India–China dynamics.

India-Japan Agreement on Critical Minerals

• India and Japan signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) to deepen collaboration in critical minerals, crucial for clean energy and technological supply chains.
• Announced by Minister Kishan Reddy during the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit in Tokyo, the pact covers exploration, mining, deep-sea mining, and stockpiling strategies.
• It also paves the way for joint investments in India and third countries, enhancing economic and security cooperation.

Business News

India Poised to Become the World’s Third-Largest Economy

• RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra announced that India is set to become the world’s 3rd largest economy soon.
• He credited Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) for driving financial inclusion, with 55 crore bank accounts opened.
• India recorded a 8% GDP growth, while Malhotra urged citizens to update KYC details to avoid account misuse and adopt digital banking and UPI.

RBI Forecasts 21.5% Rise in Private Sector Capex (FY26)

• According to an RBI bulletin, private sector capital expenditure is projected to grow 21.5%, reaching ₹2.67 lakh crore in FY26.
• Growth is expected due to sound macro fundamentals, potential 100-bps rate cut, and stronger corporate balance sheets.
• The infrastructure sector, particularly power, leads this surge.
• Despite global challenges, domestic fundamentals like rising capacity utilization and new greenfield projects signal both cyclical recovery and structural growth.

Government Allows 100% FDI in Insurance Sector

• The Ministry of Finance has notified a policy permitting 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India’s insurance sector, raising it from the earlier 74% limit.
• Under the Indian Insurance Companies (Foreign Investment) Amendment Rules, 2025, FDI through the automatic route is allowed, with IRDAI ensuring regulatory checks.
• This reform is aimed at attracting global players, enhancing capital inflows, product diversification, digital innovation, and financial inclusion.
• The insurance industry is projected to expand by 1% annually, strengthening its role in India’s economy.

Defense News

Indian Army Conducts Yudh Kaushal 3.0 Drill in Arunachal

• The Indian Army successfully conducted Exercise Yudh Kaushal 3.0 in Arunachal Pradesh’s Kameng region.
• The exercise showcased multi-domain readiness in extreme high-altitude and harsh climates.
• Key features included drone surveillance, precision strikes, AI-based combat tactics, and the debut of ASHNI platoons using indigenous technologies.
• The drill emphasized the Army’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and its growing collaboration with India’s defence industry.

Sports News

Satwik-Chirag Clinch Medal at BWF Worlds

• Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik to enter the 2025 BWF World Championships semifinals in Paris.
• They secured victory in straight games (21-12, 21-19) in just 43 minutes, avenging their 2024 Olympic quarterfinal loss to the same pair.
• This ensures their second Worlds medal (after 2022 bronze) and extends India’s medal streak in the event, a legacy that began in 2011 with Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa.

ICC and Google Collaborate for Women’s Cricket Growth

• The International Cricket Council (ICC) has partnered with Google to enhance global visibility and fan engagement in women’s cricket.
• Google will leverage Android, Gemini, Google Pay, and Pixel devices to support upcoming major events like the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 and the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026.
• The collaboration aims to make women’s cricket more accessible, innovative, and globally engaging.

Ranks & Reports News

India’s Teacher Count Crosses One Crore: UDISE+ Report

• The UDISE+ 2024–25 report reveals India now has over one crore school teachers, reflecting a 7% rise.
• This improvement has led to better pupil-teacher ratios across education levels, surpassing NEP 2020 targets.
• Dropout rates have fallen significantly, with higher retention and gross enrolment ratios at middle and secondary levels.
• The report also highlights a reduction in single-teacher and zero-enrolment schools, coupled with improved infrastructure (electricity, digital access, water, accessibility features).
• Women now make up 2% of teachers, while girls’ enrolment has risen, showing greater inclusivity and quality in education.

Global Peace Index (GPI) 2025 Findings

• Singapore ranked 6th globally with a peace score of 357, retaining its spot as Asia’s most peaceful nation, though it slipped one place from 2024.
• India ranked 115th (score 2.229) out of 163 countries, unchanged from last year.
• Iceland topped the world rankings (1.095), followed by Ireland (2nd) and New Zealand (3rd).
• In Asia, Japan (1.440) and Malaysia (1.469) stood 2nd and 3rd after Singapore.
• Asia’s Top 10 Peaceful Nations (2025):
  1. Singapore – 1.357
  2. Japan – 1.440
  3. Malaysia – 1.469
  4. Bhutan – 1.536
  5. Mongolia – 1.719
  6. Vietnam – 1.721
  7. Taiwan – 1.730
  8. South Korea – 1.736
  9. Timor-Leste – 1.758
  10. Laos – 1.783
• Global Top 10 (2025):
  1. Iceland – 1.095
  2. Ireland – 1.260
  3. New Zealand – 1.282
  4. Austria – 1.294
  5. Switzerland – 1.294
  6. Singapore – 1.357
  7. Portugal – 1.371
  8. Denmark – 1.393
  9. Slovenia – 1.409
  10. Finland – 1.420
• Published annually by the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), the GPI evaluates nations on 23 indicators in three categories: societal safety, conflict levels, and militarisation.
• Lower scores indicate higher peace levels.

Science & Technology News

Rare Dragonfly Reconfirmed in Western Ghats Highlands

• Researchers have reconfirmed the presence of the rare Crocothemis erythraea dragonfly species in the high-altitude Western Ghats of Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
• This species was often confused with the common Crocothemis servilia found in lowlands.
• The rediscovery reflects how ancient climate shifts shaped biodiversity in the region.
• It further cements the Western Ghats’ status as a global biodiversity hotspot and underscores the urgency of protecting fragile montane habitats like Sholas and grasslands.

Important Days News

World Coconut Day 2025

• Celebrated annually on September 2, World Coconut Day commemorates the founding of the Asian Pacific Coconut Community (APCC).
• APCC, headquartered in Jakarta, Indonesia, works to promote and coordinate the coconut industry across its member nations.
• With over 80 countries cultivating coconuts, the day highlights the nutritional, economic, and cultural value of coconuts worldwide.
• India, being the third-largest producer of coconuts, plays a major role in global coconut cultivation and its allied industries.