- On 25 June 2025, India launched its first AI-powered (Artificial Intelligence) Smart Traffic System on Dwarka Expressway, developed by IHMCL (Indian Highways Management Company Limited) and implemented by NHAI (National Highways Authority of India). It spans 56.46 km with 110 HD cameras, real-time monitoring, and a Central Control Room for smarter traffic flow.
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- On 25 June 2025, the UAE-India CEPA Council launched a Start-up Series in New Delhi to boost innovation and cross-border entrepreneurship. It offers soft-landing packages to Indian start-ups for scaling in the UAE, with support for incubation, mentorship, and investment.
- Starting in 2026, CBSE will conduct Class 10 board exams twice a year. The first exam in February is mandatory; the second in May is optional for score improvement. Best score out of both attempts will be retained, with internal assessment held once. This reform supports NEP 2020 goals of reducing exam stress and promoting flexibility.
- IFFCO (Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited) announced on 26 June 2025 the setup of its first overseas nano fertilizer plant in Curitiba, Brazil, through a 7:3 joint venture with NANOFERT. With an annual capacity of 4.5 million litres, it will produce Nano Urea and Nano DAP (Diammonium Phosphate) targeting crops like corn, soybean, and sugarcane.
- On 26 June 2025, CM Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh laid the foundation for a Green Data Centre in Sahibabad, Ghaziabad. Developed by Central Electronics Ltd (CEL) with ESDS, it will operate on a 30 MW Tier-3 sustainable model. The ₹1,000 crore project promotes energy efficiency and renewable integration, supporting Digital India goals.
- On 26 June 2025, the Department of Financial Services notified that IBPS may use Aadhaar authentication voluntarily for verifying candidates. Authentication can be done via Yes/No or e-KYC, with candidates free to opt for other valid ID proofs. This aligns with the Aadhaar Act, 2016 and Good Governance Rules, 2020, authorised by MeitY and UIDAI.
- On 27 June 2025, India was selected to host the 2029 World Police & Fire Games (WPFG)—a first for South Asia. The event will be held in Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Ekta Nagar (Kevadia), Gujarat. Over 10,000 athletes from 70+ countries are expected, representing police, fire, and correctional services.
- On 24 June 2025, Equitas Small Finance Bank partnered with Edelweiss Life Insurance for bancassurance services. This enables Equitas to offer life insurance products like protection, savings, and ULIPs to its customers. The partnership enhances Equitas’s financial product suite and supports financial inclusion goals.
- From 1 July 2025, RBI extended call money market hours by 2 hours—from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This aims to enhance liquidity management, price discovery, and flexibility for market participants. The move follows recommendations by a working group chaired by Radha Shyam Ratho. From 1 August 2025, Repo and TREP markets will also operate till 4:00 PM.
- Bank of Baroda launched the bob Flexi Systematic Deposit Plan on 25 June 2025, offering flexible monthly contributions. Depositors can start with ₹500/month and increase up to ₹1 lakh, with fixed interest rates up to 7.10%. The tenure ranges from 6 months to 5 years, with loans available up to 95% of the deposit.
- Axiom Space launched the Ax-4 mission on 25 June 2025 from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9. It carried astronauts from the USA, India (Shubhanshu Shukla), Poland, and Hungary to the ISS for a 14-day mission. The crew will conduct 60+ experiments across 31 countries, covering health, space farming, and climate tech.
- NITI Aayog released “India’s Data Imperative” report on 24 June 2025, emphasizing the need for quality over quantity in governance data. It introduced a Data Quality Scorecard and Maturity Framework to improve accuracy, timeliness, and interoperability. The report warned that poor data leads to 4–7% excess welfare spending annually.
- On 26 June 2025, cricketer Rinku Singh was appointed District Basic Education Officer (BSA) in Uttar Pradesh under the sports quota scheme. This honors international medalists with Class 1 or 2 posts through the International Medal Winner Direct Recruitment Rules, 2022.
- On 27 June 2025, R Praggnanandhaa won the UzChess Cup Masters, becoming India’s top-ranked chess player and World No. 4. He beat Nodirbek Abdusattorov in the final round and clinched victory in a blitz tiebreaker. This was his third major title in 2025, after wins at Tata Steel Masters and Superbet Chess Classic.
- Reliance Defence secured a ₹600 crore export order from Germany’s Rheinmetall Waffe Munition GmbH on 25 June 2025. The deal involves co-developing medium and large calibre ammunition for global markets. Manufacturing will be based at Dhirubhai Ambani Defence City in Maharashtra.
- The 21st Steering Committee of Project Elephant met on 26 June 2025 at IGNFA, Dehradun, chaired by Union Minister Bhupender Yadav. It included officials from elephant-range states, wildlife scientists, and experts from institutions like WII and SACON. The meeting aimed to review conservation progress, focusing on HEC mitigation, DNA profiling, and population estimation.
- The SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting 2025 was held on 26 June in Qingdao, China, chaired by China’s Defence Minister Admiral Dong Jun. It included Defence Ministers from 10 member states, including India, Russia, China, and others. The aim was to boost regional security, counter-terrorism cooperation, and military collaboration. India declined to sign the joint declaration due to the omission of the Pahalgam terror attack.
- The first International Day of Deafblindness was observed on June 27, 2025, marking Helen Keller’s birth anniversary. It follows a UNGA resolution (A/RES/79/294) recognizing deafblindness as a distinct disability needing tailored inclusion. The day highlights the role of deafblind interpreters and the red & white cane as a global symbol.
- World Refrigeration Day 2025 was observed on 26 June with the theme “Cool Skills”, emphasizing the need for skilled professionals in cooling technologies. The day honors Lord Kelvin’s birthday and raises awareness about refrigeration’s role in food safety, healthcare, and climate control.
- On 24 June 2025, Zou Jiayi was appointed as the next President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). She will take office on 16 January 2026, succeeding founding president Jin Liqun. Zou brings experience from the World Bank, ADB, and New Development Bank.
- On 24 June 2025, Anuj Pandey was appointed as the new CEO of UGRO Capital, a DataTech NBFC focused on MSMEs. He has over 25 years of experience and was earlier UGRO’s Chief Risk Officer and a founding team member.
- On 26 June 2025, Amitabh Kant was appointed Senior Adviser to Fairfax Financial Holdings, led by Prem Watsa. He earlier served as India’s G20 Sherpa and NITI Aayog CEO, driving major development initiatives. Kant brings over 45 years of public service experience, focusing on innovation and sustainable growth.
- The Kerala Sahitya Akademi announced its 2024 Literary Awards on 26 June 2025, honoring top Malayalam works. Key winners include G.R. Indugopan (Aano, Best Novel), Anitha Thampi (Poetry), and V. Shinilal (Short Story). Special recognitions went to K.V. Ramakrishnan, Ezhacheri Ramachandran, and others for lifetime achievements.
- Shikhar Dhawan’s memoir, “The One: Cricket, My Life and More,” was launched on 26 June 2025 by HarperCollins India. It shares his journey from Delhi’s cricket fields to international fame, revealing personal and professional highs and lows. Dhawan candidly discusses mental health, setbacks, and his admiration for icons like MS Dhoni.
Questions:
Q.1 Who became India’s top-ranked chess player and World No. 4 after winning the UzChess Cup Masters in June 2025?a) Viswanathan Anand
b) D Gukesh
c) R Praggnanandhaa
d) Arjun Erigaisi
Answer: c) R Praggnanandhaa won the UzChess Cup, becoming India’s top-ranked and World No. 4, defeating Nodirbek Abdusattorov in a blitz tiebreaker.
Q.2 Where is IFFCO (Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited)’s first overseas nano fertilizer plant being established?
a) Argentina
b) Brazil
c) Kenya
d) Indonesia
Answer: b) IFFCO announced its first overseas nano fertilizer plant in Curitiba, Brazil, via a JV with NANOFERT.
