Current events of national and international importance
The value of Current Affairs in Civil Service Examinations is enormous. This is the most critical part of both Prelims and Mains Exam. Aspirants should study in depth to understand the significance of current affairs for the Union Public Service Commission. In fact, all the questions in Civil Service Exams are framed around current affairs. Questions are not asked directly for current news and information in the exam. Questions are framed by combining current affairs with practical knowledge. The primary motive behind this type of strategy is to check the ability of correlation a candidate can make to the fact.
📰UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Roundup (August 1 – August 6, 2025)
🏛️ Governance & Polity (GS Paper 2)
Digital Personal Data Protection Act Rules Notified (Aug 2): Government notified implementation rules for the DPDP Act, emphasizing consent, data fiduciaries, and redressal mechanisms.
Women’s Representation Bill Discussion Reignited: Parliamentary panel submitted a fresh report urging early passage of the 33% women’s reservation bill in Lok Sabha and State Assemblies.
💰 Economy (GS Paper 3)
GST Collection Hits ₹1.72 Lakh Crore (August 1): India recorded the second-highest ever monthly GST revenue, with a 10% YoY growth, led by manufacturing and services.
SEBI Launches Beta Testing for Bond Platform: SEBI initiated public testing of its retail investor bond portal to simplify participation in corporate bond markets.
🌾 Environment & Agriculture (GS Paper 3)
‘Green Credits’ Framework Draft Released: Ministry of Environment proposed a market-based incentive system to promote afforestation, sustainable agriculture, and water conservation.
FAO Alert on Indian Monsoon Irregularities: UN FAO warned of potential crop shortfalls in South Asia due to uneven monsoon distribution and El Niño conditions.
🚀 Science & Technology (GS Paper 3)
ISRO Tests Reusable Launch Vehicle (Aug 4): Successful horizontal landing of its RLV in Chitradurga, Karnataka—key step in reducing future mission costs.
National Agri-Drones Scheme Expanded: Over 1,500 drone startups to be onboarded for real-time crop health monitoring and pesticide delivery across 22 states.
🌍 International Relations (GS Paper 2)
India–Africa Trade Pact Draft Finalized: India concluded drafting a strategic partnership agreement with African Union focusing on pharma, infrastructure, and digital payments.
India Participates in ASEAN Cyber Drill 2025: CERT-IN took part in simulated cyberattack scenarios, enhancing regional preparedness.
🏯 Culture & Ethics (GS Paper 1 & 4)
ASI Launches Digital Museum Archives: Archaeological Survey of India begins digitization of 200+ museums and artifacts using 3D and VR technology for public access.
🔹 Prelims & Data Points
GST Collection (Aug): ₹1.72 lakh crore
RLV Test: ISRO successful horizontal landing
DPDP Act: Rules notified August 2
Green Credit: Draft framework released
Agri-Drone Expansion: 1500 startups across 22 states
GST growth, SEBI bond reforms, ISRO RLV, agri-drones, green credit system, monsoon warning
GS I & IV
Digital museum initiatives, ethical digitization of heritage
Prelims Focus
GST stats, RLV test, DPDP rules, drone expansion, SEBI portal, green credit, India–Africa pact
📰UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Roundup (July 22 – July 31, 2025)
🏛️ Governance & Polity (GS Paper 2)
Supreme Court on Manual Scavenging (July 25): SC directed states to provide compensation and rehabilitation for manual scavengers, calling it a violation of human dignity.
National Digital Census Pilot Begins: Ministry of Home Affairs launched pilot phase of digital census in select districts using mobile data collection technology.
💰 Economy (GS Paper 3)
Monetary Policy Review (July 26): RBI kept repo rate unchanged at 6.5% but raised inflation forecast for Q2 FY26 due to food price pressures.
India–UK FTA Progress: 14th round of Free Trade Agreement talks concluded with consensus on key sectors like pharma and fintech.
Start-Up India Seed Fund Update: DPIIT reported ₹500 crore disbursed to over 750 startups, aiding innovation and job creation in Tier-2 cities.
🌾 Environment & Agriculture (GS Paper 3)
Heatwave Resilience Plan by NDMA: NDMA released guidelines for urban heat action plans, including green roofing and water management systems.
UN FAO Praises India’s Millets Campaign: India’s promotion of millets under “Shree Anna” program recognized as a model for sustainable agriculture globally.
🚀 Science & Technology (GS Paper 3)
National Quantum Mission R&D Begins: DST launched initial phase of research labs across four cities to work on quantum communication and materials.
Arogya AI Platform Launch (July 30): Health Ministry unveiled an AI-based disease outbreak prediction platform integrating data from 250 districts.
🌍 International Relations (GS Paper 2)
India–Russia Energy Talks (July 28): Talks focused on expanding crude oil imports and nuclear energy collaboration under Kudankulam Project.
India Hosts BIMSTEC Cybersecurity Meet: Delhi hosted experts from 7 nations to discuss collective cybersecurity architecture for South Asia.
🏯 Culture & Ethics (GS Paper 1 & 4)
National Manuscript Mission Revamp: Culture Ministry announced digitization of 1 million ancient manuscripts under a new AI-assisted archival system.
🔹 Prelims & Data Points
Repo Rate: 6.5% (unchanged)
Start-Up Seed Fund: ₹500 crore to 750 startups
Heatwave Guidelines: NDMA issued July 2025
Arogya AI Platform: Disease prediction for 250 districts
Quantum Mission: Research labs initiated
Digital Census: Pilot phase started
📊 Summary Table
GS Paper
Key Themes
GS II
Manual scavenging judgment, digital census, India–Russia energy ties, BIMSTEC cybersecurity
GS III
Monetary policy, startup funding, millets recognition, heatwave guidelines, AI health tech, quantum research
GS I & IV
Manuscript digitization, ethical governance via inclusive tech and historical preservation
Prelims Focus
Repo rate, AI platform, millets recognition, NDMA norms, digital census, quantum labs, Start-Up India data
📰UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Roundup (July 15 – July 21, 2025)
🏛️ Governance & Polity (GS Paper 2)
SC Directive on Election Funding (July 17): Supreme Court ordered mandatory disclosure of electoral bond purchasers and beneficiaries to enhance transparency.
Digital India Act Draft Released: Government released updated draft of the Digital India Act focusing on data protection, algorithmic transparency, and online safety.
💰 Economy (GS Paper 3)
Exports Contract (June 2025): Merchandise exports declined by 4.8% YoY due to weak global demand, especially in textiles and electronics.
India–Japan Investment Talks: India and Japan held bilateral talks to enhance FDI in infrastructure, with a focus on green hydrogen projects.
SEBI Framework for ESG Funds: SEBI introduced stricter norms for ESG mutual funds to curb greenwashing and enforce sustainability disclosures.
🌾 Environment & Agriculture (GS Paper 3)
IMD Issues Red Alert in Odisha: Heavy rainfall warning issued for eastern India as low-pressure system develops in Bay of Bengal.
PUSA Rice Variety Launched: ICAR introduced new low-methane rice variety aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from paddy fields.
🚀 Science & Technology (GS Paper 3)
India’s AI Mission Cabinet Approval: Union Cabinet approved ₹12,000 crore AI Mission focused on computing infrastructure, AI startups, and skilling.
DRDO Tests Swarm Drone Technology: DRDO successfully tested autonomous swarm drones for battlefield surveillance and tactical strikes.
🌍 International Relations (GS Paper 2)
India–France Strategic Dialogue (July 19): Dialogue focused on Indo-Pacific security, Rafale support, and renewable energy cooperation.
Sri Lanka to Join UPI Network: NPCI signed MoU with Central Bank of Sri Lanka for enabling UPI-based cross-border payments.
🏯 Culture & Ethics (GS Paper 1 & 4)
UNESCO Heritage Nomination (July 20): India nominated Sacred Ensembles of Hoysala Temples for UNESCO World Heritage status.
🔹 Prelims & Data Points
Export Contraction (June 2025): –4.8%
AI Mission Budget: ₹12,000 crore
New Rice Variety: PUSA Green 102 (low methane)
Swarm Drone Test: DRDO successful trial
IMD Alert: Odisha – Red Alert for rainfall
Sri Lanka UPI Integration: MoU signed
📊 Summary Table
GS Paper
Key Themes
GS II
Electoral transparency, Digital India Act, India-France talks, Sri Lanka-India fintech ties
GS III
Exports dip, ESG fund norms, AI mission launch, DRDO tech, climate-resilient agriculture
GS I & IV
Hoysala temples nomination, ethical policy frameworks in governance and tech
📰 UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Roundup (July 8 – July 14, 2025)
🏛️ Governance & Polity (GS Paper 2)
SC Ruling on ED Powers (July 10): Supreme Court upheld ED’s powers to arrest and conduct searches under PMLA, strengthening the anti-money laundering law.
Telangana New Tribal Policy (July 12): Telangana announced a revised policy for Scheduled Tribes including more forest rights and funding for tribal schools.
💰 Economy (GS Paper 3)
Retail Inflation Rises (June): Consumer Price Index rose to 5.4% driven by food prices, especially pulses and vegetables.
India-UAE Rupee Settlement Deal: RBI confirmed rupee-based trade deal activation with UAE, aiming to reduce dollar dependency.
SEBI Updates Listing Rules: New norms for startups' IPO disclosures introduced to improve transparency and investor confidence.
🌾 Environment & Agriculture (GS Paper 3)
Monsoon Deficit Hits Sowing: 12% monsoon shortfall reported; key kharif crops like rice and pulses affected across central India.
🚀 Science & Technology (GS Paper 3)
ISRO Tests Gaganyaan Crew Module (July 13): Successful heat shield separation and re-entry simulation pave way for first manned mission in 2025-end.
India’s Quantum Mission Update: First quantum communication node tested between Pune and Hyderabad—part of ₹6,000 crore initiative.
🌍 International Relations (GS Paper 2)
India-Russia Summit (July 9): PM Modi visited Moscow; signed 11 MoUs covering defense, energy, and education. Reinforced strategic ties.
Maldives Cancels Indian Naval Presence: Indian military personnel to be fully withdrawn by July-end as Maldives asserts sovereignty.
🏯 Culture & Ethics (GS Paper 1 & 4)
ASI to Digitize 1,000 Monuments: ASI announced digital cataloging of protected sites with 3D scanning for better heritage conservation.
🔹 Prelims & Data Points
Retail Inflation (June 2025): 5.4%
WPI Inflation: 3.1% (June 2025)
Quantum Mission Budget: ₹6,000 crore
India–Russia MoUs Signed: 11
Monsoon Deficit: –12%
Gaganyaan Status: Crew module test successful
📊 Summary Table
GS Paper
Key Themes
GS II
ED powers upheld, tribal policy reform, India-Russia summit, Maldives ties
Heritage digitization, ethics in governance via transparency policies
Prelims Focus
Inflation data, MoUs, monsoon deficit, quantum tech, space mission test
📰 UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Roundup (July 1 – July 7, 2025)
🏛️ Governance & Polity (GS Paper 2)
Government Blocks Reuters & ReutersWorld on X (July 3): Indian authorities ordered the blocking of official Reuters accounts on X citing national security, though access was restored following backlash
Bihar Cabinet Limits Women's Reservation (July 8): Women’s government job quota now reserved only for Bihar residents; includes UP-SC prep support scheme
💰 Economy (GS Paper 3)
GST Collections Rise (June): India collected ₹1.85 trillion in June—up 6.2% year-on-year
Rupee Outlook & RBI Strategy: Rupee to remain range-bound (~85.75–85.90); RBI increases forex reserves, unwinds forward books, and uses VRRR to manage liquidity
Fed Tariff Plans Weigh on Rupee: U.S. tariffs may pressure rupee while hopes of U.S.-India trade deal offer some support
🌾 Environment & Agriculture (GS Paper 3)
Dudhwa Leopard Population Soars: Leopard numbers in Dudhwa Tiger Reserve rose nearly 199% since 2022
🚀 Science & Technology (GS Paper 3)
Bharat Forecast System Launch: IMD unveiled high-resolution (6 km grid) weather model for improved forecasting
🌍 International Relations (GS Paper 2)
BRICS Summit 2025 Highlights: PM Modi emphasized multilateralism; India to lead BRICS in 2026
Jaishankar’s EU Visit: Held strategic dialogues with France, EU, and Belgium to strengthen ties and discuss global governance
🏯 Culture & Ethics (GS Paper 1 & 4)
India Ranked 4th Lowest Inequality: Gini index at 25.5, signifying moderately low income inequality and upward social equity
🔹 Prelims & Data Points
GST (June 2025): ₹1.85 trillion, +6.2% YoY
Repo Rate: 5.50% (as of June 6)
VRRR Operation: ₹1 lakh crore drained on June 27
FX Reserves: Crossed $700 billion by June 27
Leopard Count Growth: +199% in Dudhwa
Gini Index: 25.5 indicating low inequality
📊 Summary Table
GS Paper
Key Themes
GS II
Digital press block, state reservation policy, BRICS diplomacy
Rates, GST, VRRR, forex reserves, leopard stats, Gini index
📰 UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Roundup (June 25 – June 30, 2025)
🏛️ Governance & Polity (GS Paper 2)
UPSC Prelims Today (June 25): Daily current affairs covered key topics including Haemophilia A diagnostic kit developed by National Institute of Immunohaematology
India Enters Top‑100 SDG Index: Ranked 99th globally in Sustainable Development Goals 2025 — first time in top 100
💰 Economy (GS Paper 3)
RBI Holds Repo at 5.50%: June policy reaffirmed neutral stance; repo and CRR cuts on June 6 effective
Growth‑Driven Stimulus: RBI’s 50 bps rate cut aimed to support suburban demand amidst global uncertainty
RBI Bond Holdings Hit Record: Central bank held ₹14.88 trn in government securities (Mar‑end); plans to scale back
🌾 Environment & Agriculture (GS Paper 3)
Geo‑climate Alert – “Thirstwaves”: Emergence of prolonged dry spells affecting agriculture and water resources
🚀 Science & Technology (GS Paper 3)
New Bharat Forecast System Launched: IMD rolls out 6 km-resolution weather prediction model
🌍 International Relations (GS Paper 2)
SDG Progress Report: India’s leap reflects stronger ethical governance and international commitments
🏯 Culture & Ethics (GS Paper 1 & 4)
Focus on Sleep Wellness: UPSC aspirant Pooja Wavhal awarded ₹9.1 lakh as part of sleep-health internship — highlights self-care importance during preparation
🔹 Prelims & Data Points
Repo Rate: 5.50% (as of June 6, 2025)
CRR: Reduced by 100 bps on June 6
Inflation: May CPI at ~2.8%; WPI deflationary trend continues
GDP Growth: FY26 projected at 6.5%
RBI Bond Holdings: ₹14.88 trn (Mar‑end)
India SDG Rank: 99 globally
📊 Summary Table
GS Paper
Key Themes
GS II
Current affairs (Haemophilia A), SDG ranking, governance
Monetary policy shift, inflation data, economic growth, VRR halt
GS I & IV
Environmental discovery, ethical governance in tribal mission
Prelims Focus
Rates, inflation, GDP forecast, new species, oil price impact
📰 UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Roundup (June 11 – June 17, 2025)
🏛️ Governance & Polity (GS Paper 2)
Law Commission Proposes UCC Framework: Uniform Civil Code draft focuses on marriage, divorce, adoption across religions. Sparks debate on Fundamental Rights vs. Directive Principles.
CBSE Exam Format Revamp (2026): Greater focus on analytical, descriptive questions. Impacts future UPSC aspirants' training methods.
💰 Economy (GS Paper 3)
RBI Cuts Repo Rate (June 15): 25 bps cut to boost demand; shift to neutral stance. Impact: Cheaper EMIs and increased liquidity.
CBDT Compliance Portal Launched: One-stop dashboard for tax notices, responses, and filings. Enhances taxpayer convenience.
Punjab Reports 5.21% Inflation: Highest in 6 months; driven by food, fuel, and rent.
🌾 Environment & Agriculture (GS Paper 3)
Monsoon Revival Mid-June: IMD confirms widespread rain in central and western India. Boost to kharif crop sowing.
🚀 Science & Technology (GS Paper 3)
ISRO Tests Cryogenic Engine for Gaganyaan: Successful stage-2 test brings human spaceflight goal closer.
6G Testbed Launched: Govt-backed initiative with IITs; focus on terahertz tech and edge AI.
🌍 International Relations (GS Paper 2)
SAGAR-25 Naval Relief to Madagascar: India delivers aid post Cyclone Fenela; bolsters maritime diplomacy.
📰 Weekly UPSC Current Affairs Roundup (May 26 – June 3, 2025)
Period: May 26 – June 3, 2025
🌐 International Relations (GS Paper 2)
India-Japan Maritime Cooperation: High-level discussions held to enhance cooperation in port digitization, shipbuilding, and Indian seafarer employment.
China’s Tianwen-2 Mission: Aims to collect asteroid samples, showcasing China's space advancement.
🏛️ Governance & Policy (GS Paper 2)
Corporate Governance Reforms: Ongoing discussions to boost corporate transparency and accountability.
‘Seva Se Seekhen’ Campaign: Government initiative to encourage youth volunteerism and community service.
🌱 Environment & Ecology (GS Paper 3)
Oil Spill near Kerala: Incident raises environmental and maritime safety concerns.
Urban Drainage Crisis: Urban flooding and waterlogging point to poor planning and need for sustainable urban infrastructure.
💰 Economy (GS Paper 3)
Monetary Policy Instruments: RBI’s strategies to control inflation and stimulate the economy in focus.
India’s EV Policy: Progress on policies promoting electric vehicles for sustainable development.
🧠 Ethics & Philosophy (GS Paper 4)
Integral Humanism: Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay's ideology re-emerges in policy debates emphasizing holistic and human-centric development.
Use this summary to guide your current affairs revision. Stay consistent and integrate these topics into your GS notes and answer writing practice.
📰 UPSC Current Affairs Topics– 3rd June 2025
GS Paper 2: Governance & International Relations
India-Japan Maritime Cooperation: Strategic talks on port digitization, green energy islands in Andaman & Nicobar, and shipbuilding investments were initiated. Source
India-Paraguay Trade Expansion: PM Modi discussed leveraging the MERCOSUR trade bloc for increased bilateral cooperation. Source
Personality Rights: Delhi High Court protected Sadhguru’s image and identity under personality rights law. Source
GS Paper 3: Economy, Environment & Security
RBI's Liquidity Stress Test: RBI to enhance liquidity testing for banks using a cash flow-based approach. Source
Heatwave Conditions: Severe heatwaves are impacting productivity and public health; mitigation efforts are underway. Source
Operation Spider’s Web: India conducted border security preparedness drills. Source
GS Paper 1: Society
Women-Led Development: The government pushes for increased female leadership in policy and development. Source
GS Paper 4: Ethics
Corporate Governance: Enhanced focus on ethical standards and accountability in Indian corporations. Source
Prelims Facts
Bharat Forecasting System: High-resolution weather prediction system using a 6km grid for accurate forecasts. Learn more
UMEED Portal: New portal to support electric passenger car manufacturing. Source
Seva Se Seekhen Campaign: Initiative encouraging value-based learning through community service. Source
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Current Events Of National And International Importance