- On August 27, 2025, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) issued the revised National Action Plan on Glanders. It aims to control and eradicate Glanders, a fatal zoonotic disease affecting equines. Infected zone radius reduced from 5 km to 2 km; stricter movement and testing protocols enforced. The plan includes mandatory diagnostics, public awareness, and One Health integration for zoonotic risk management.
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- On August 27, 2025, the Startup Policy Forum (SPF) launched the ‘IndiaAI in Action’ podcast in partnership with the IndiaAI Mission. It highlights how Indian startups use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to solve real-world challenges across sectors. Season One features founders from Razorpay, Sarvam AI, Invideo, and ixigo, sharing innovation journeys.
- On August 28, 2025, HCLTech, Pearson India, and MeitY Startup Hub launched ARISE FOR YOU. It’s India’s largest student entrepreneurship movement, covering 3,000+ campuses and 1.5 lakh+ students. Offers Entrepreneurship & Small Business (ESB) certification and mentoring via 62+ MeitY innovation hubs. Supports the Viksit Bharat Mission, spotlighting ideas from Tier 2/3 cities to foster inclusive innovation.
- On August 27, 2025, Air India Express became the fourth Indian airline to join the International Air Transport Association (IATA). IATA represents over 350 airlines, handling 80% of global air traffic. With a fleet of 115 aircraft, Air India Express operates 500 daily flights across 38 domestic and 17 international destinations.
- The 17th Biofach India 2025 was held from August 30 to September 1 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida. It focused on organic, natural, and millet-based products, with over 200 exhibitors and 27 FPOs from the Northeast. A key highlight was the PAPL–NCOL MoU, promoting mainstream adoption of organic farming and market linkages.
- On August 29, 2025, India and Singapore held their first Joint Consultation Meeting on legal cooperation in Singapore, under the MoU on Law & Dispute Resolution. Co-chaired by Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal and Mr. Edwin Tong, the meeting marked 60 years of diplomatic ties. Discussions focused on arbitration, mediation, and strengthening institutions like IIAC, SIAC, SIMC, and SICC. India was urged to ratify the Singapore Convention on Mediation, reinforcing its global dispute resolution role.
- Bharat Buildcon 2026 will be held in New Delhi from April 29 to May 2, 2026 at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre. It’s India’s flagship expo for the building and construction materials industry, worth USD 1 trillion. Expected participation includes 350+ exhibitors and 1,000+ global buyers from 100+ countries.
- On August 29, 2025, India unveiled its first-ever Mondo track at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, on National Sports Day. The Olympic-grade surface was inaugurated by Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. India became the 25th country to adopt this elite track technology, ahead of the World Para Athletics Championships.
- On August 26, 2025, SBI Card and Flipkart launched the Flipkart SBI Credit Card for seamless online shopping. Offers up to 7.5% cashback on Myntra, Flipkart, Shopsy, and partner platforms, with auto-credit in 2 days. Includes ₹1,250 welcome benefits and annual fee waiver on spends above ₹3.5 lakh.
- On August 28, 2025, Unity Bank and BharatPe launched India’s first EMI-driven RuPay credit card. It offers auto-EMI conversion, 2% rewards on EMI spends, and links with UPI for seamless payments. The card is lifetime free with no joining, annual, or foreclosure fees, and allows penalty-free prepayment.
- India’s fiscal deficit touched ₹4.68 lakh crore by July 2025 — 29.9% of the FY26 target. This is up from 17.2% in the same period last year, driven by higher capital spending. Total expenditure reached ₹15.63 lakh crore; receipts stood at ₹10.95 lakh crore.
- On August 29, 2025, KELTRON signed an MoU with Zimbabwe in Kochi to supply electronics and services. The deal includes 3,000 Coconics laptops, along with traffic lights, solar systems, and knowledge services. The partnership aims to boost industrial cooperation and support Zimbabwe’s goal of becoming an upper middle-income economy by 2030.
- On August 29, 2025, the Department of Posts (DoP) signed an MoU with MapmyIndia–Mappls at Dak Bhawan, New Delhi. The aim is to enhance DIGIPIN services by integrating precise geospatial mapping and digital address verification. DIGIPIN will be embedded into the Mappls app, enabling users to search, verify, and navigate standardized addresses.
- On August 29, 2025, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. signed an MoU and Letter of Association with the Indian Army at Gangtok Military Station, Sikkim. The partnership aims to develop an Eco Zone for plastic waste management under Bisleri’s flagship Bottles for Change (BFC) program. All post-consumer plastic will be collected, recycled, and used to promote awareness and behavioural change in the region.
- On August 26, 2025, Society for Innovation and Aerospace (SIA-India) signed an MoU with the Electronic Industries Association of the Philippines Inc. (EIAPI) in New Delhi. The aim is to promote joint research, co-development, and industry collaboration in space and electronics technologies. The MoU supports co-manufacturing, skill development, and start-up incubation across the Indo-Pacific tech ecosystem.
- On August 27, 2025, Pixxel and Dhruva Space launched satellites aboard SpaceX’s Falcon-9 from California. Pixxel deployed three Firefly hyperspectral satellites for Earth monitoring across agriculture and climate sectors. Dhruva Space launched its first commercial LEAP-01 satellite, hosting payloads for Akula Tech and Esper Sats.
- On August 27, 2025, Dharambir and Preeti Pal were named India’s flag bearers for the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in New Delhi. Dharambir won gold in club throw F51, while Preeti earned two bronzes in 100m and 200m T35 at Paris 2024. The announcement was made during the Team India jersey launch by the Paralympic Committee of India.
- International Day Against Nuclear Tests is observed on August 29, initiated by the UN in 2009 at Kazakhstan’s proposal. It commemorates victims of over 2,000 nuclear tests and the closure of the Semipalatinsk Test Site. Promotes global awareness and support for the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT). 2025 theme: “Ending nuclear testing for humanity, peace, and a safer planet.”
- On August 27, 2025, Satish Kumar, Chairman & CEO of the Railway Board, received a one-year tenure extension starting September 1. A 1986-batch IRSME officer, he was the first SC appointee to the post in September 2024. Known for innovations like the Fog Safe Device, he has served across key railway divisions.
- On August 29, 2025, Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Vipul Manubhai Pancholi were sworn in as judges of the Supreme Court of India. The oath was administered by Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai, restoring the Court to its full strength of 34 judges. Justice Aradhe previously served as Chief Justice of Bombay High Court; Justice Pancholi led the Patna High Court.
- On August 29, 2025, Rajeev Shukla was appointed Interim President of BCCI, following Roger Binny’s resignation due to age cap rules. Binny stepped down after turning 70, as per BCCI’s constitution, despite the new National Sports Bill allowing tenure till 75.
- Former CJI D.Y. Chandrachud’s debut book “Why the Constitution Matters” was officially released on August 28, 2025. It was published by Penguin Random House India and launched during a special event in New Delhi, attended by legal scholars, students, and constitutional experts.
Questions:
Q.1 Who were India’s flag bearers for the World Para Athletics Championships 2025?a) Devendra Jhajharia and Bhavna Patel
b) Dharambir and Preeti Pal
c) Sumit Antil and Ekta Bhyan
d) Mariyappan Thangavelu and Sheetal Devi
Answer: b) Dharambir (F51 club throw gold) and Preeti (100m & 200m T35 bronze at Paris 2024) were chosen.
Q.1 “Why the Constitution Matters” book is authored by:
a) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
b) Fali S. Nariman
c) Justice B.R. Gavai
d) Justice Indu Malhotra
Answer: a) Former CJI’s debut book, published by Penguin Random House India, released on August 28, 2025.
