Current Affairs One - Liner : 13th 14th & 15th September 2025

National:

• The 5th Akhil Bharatiya Rajbhasha Sammelan was held on 14–15 Sept 2025 at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar, inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Organised on Hindi Diwas, it saw participation of 7,000+ officials from central ministries and departments. Key launches included the Sarathi translation platform and expansion of the Hindi Shabd Sindhu Kosh.

• On 11 September 2025, National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) signed a ₹4,468 crore contract with Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) for the Mumbai–Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (MAHSR) project. The T‑1 package covers 157 kilometres of double‑line track in Maharashtra, from Mumbai to Zaroli, with four stations and a rolling stock maintenance depot at Thane.
• On 12 September 2025, the Namo Bharat train on the Delhi–Meerut Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) became India’s fastest train, reaching 160 km/h. It currently runs on a 55 km stretch between New Ashok Nagar (Delhi) and Meerut South (Uttar Pradesh). Once the full 82.15 km corridor from Sarai Kale Khan to Modipuram is operational, travel time will be under one hour.
• On 11 September 2025, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) announced the launch of two major surveys — the All‑India Debt and Investment Survey (AIDIS) and the Situation Assessment Survey (SAS) of Agricultural Households — to be conducted from July 2026 to June 2027.
• India hosted the Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition (SAJEX) 2025 from 11–13 September 2025 at the Jeddah Superdome, the Kingdom’s first international B2B jewellery exhibition. Organised by the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) with support from the Indian Consulate in Jeddah and the Embassy of India in Riyadh.
• On 11 September 2025, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi inaugurated the da Vinci Surgical Robot at its Skills, E‑Learning and Telemedicine (SET) Facility. Provided by Intuitive Surgical under an MoU, it joins AIIMS’s existing Hugo robotic system. The aim is to train healthcare professionals in robotic‑assisted surgery to enhance precision and patient outcomes.

Economy:

• On 4 September 2025, credit rating agency ICRA revised India’s FY26 GDP growth forecast upward to 6.5% from 6.0%. The upgrade follows better‑than‑expected Q1 FY26 GDP growth and the earlier‑than‑planned GST rate rationalisation ahead of the festive season.

MoUs:

• On 12 September 2025 in Pune, Maharashtra, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) signed an MoU with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C‑DAC) to jointly develop AI‑enabled, scalable sovereign cloud platforms. The initiative aims to host critical government applications such as e‑Sanjeevani and Dial 112, ensuring data localisation, security, and compliance with Indian laws.
• The National Centre of Sports Science Research (NCSSR) signed an MoU with IIT Delhi on 9 September 2025 at IIT Delhi, New Delhi. The aim is to advance sports science, develop indigenous equipment, and promote innovation for athlete performance. Highlights include the inauguration of a Biomechanics Laboratory and collaboration under the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Garv se Swadeshi missions.
• On 11 September 2025, at the DSEI UK 2025 defence exhibition in London, Bharat Forge Ltd signed a two‑year MoU with UK‑based Windracers Ltd to deploy, localise, and apply the ULTRA Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) in India. The partnership, aligned with the UK–India Free Trade Agreement and India–UK Vision 2035, aims to boost indigenous UAV capabilities through technology transfer, joint trials, and strategic aerospace applications.

Science & Technology:

• On 11 September 2025, a new bent‑toed gecko species, Cyrtodactylus vanarakshaka, was discovered in Dima Hasao, Assam. Named in honour of the Assam Forest Department, its Sanskrit name means forest protector. Found in the Barail Hills’ Jatinga region, it belongs to the Cyrtodactylus khasiensis group.
• On 10 September 2025, scientists from MACS–Agharkar Research Institute, Pune discovered two new black aspergilli species — Aspergillus dhakephalkarii and Aspergillus patriciawiltshireae — in the Western Ghats. They also reported India’s first records of A. aculeatinus and A. brunneoviolaceus. These fungi have key industrial uses in citric acid production, food fermentation, and agriculture.
• On 11 September 2025, Tata Advanced Systems Ltd (TASL) and Spain’s Indra commissioned the 3D Air Surveillance Radar – Lanza‑N on INS Mysore. The naval radar offers ~470 km range, detecting drones, supersonic fighters, missiles, and ships. It is the first Lanza‑N deployment outside Spain and the first such build by an Indian company.

Sports:

• In August 2025, Mohammed Siraj won the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for his 9‑wicket haul in the Oval Test vs England, sealing India’s six‑run win. The Women’s Player of the Month was Orla Prendergast (Ireland) for her all‑round brilliance in the T20I series vs Pakistan and Europe Qualifiers, guiding Ireland to the 2026 T20 World Cup Global Qualifier.

Summits & Conferences:

• On 14–15 Sept 2025, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the National Conference on Empowerment of Women at Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. Organised by the Parliamentary & Legislative Committees on Women Empowerment, the theme was “Empowering Women to Face Challenges of Emerging Technologies.” The meet aimed to boost women’s participation in governance and technology, promote gender‑responsive budgeting and digital literacy, and advance Women‑Led Development for Viksit Bharat 2047.

Apps & Portals:

• On 12 September 2025, IIT Madras and Guidance Tamil Nadu launched ‘INNOVATION‑TN’, India’s first state‑level start‑up and innovation dashboard. Developed by CREST at IIT Madras with YNOS Venture Engine, it maps start‑ups across Tamil Nadu for investors, industries, and policymakers. The state hosts ~19,000 start‑ups, 228 incubators, ₹1.2 lakh crore+ investments, and 2.2 lakh+ jobs.

Military Exercises:

• The 21st edition of India–US joint military exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 was held from 1–14 Sept 2025 at Fort Wainwright & Yukon Training Area, Alaska. Around 450 soldiers each from the Indian Army’s Madras Regiment and the US Army’s 11th Airborne Division participated. The drill focused on mountain warfare, heliborne ops, UAS/counter‑UAS, electronic warfare, and casualty evacuation in sub‑arctic terrain.

Important Days:

• Observed annually on 12 September, the United Nations Day for South‑South Cooperation marks the 1978 Buenos Aires Plan of Action (BAPA) for technical cooperation among developing countries. Theme (2025): “New Opportunities and Innovation through South‑South and Triangular Cooperation”.
• On 14 Sept 2025, India observed Hindi Diwas, marking the 76th anniversary of Hindi’s adoption as the official language in 1949. The 2025 theme was “Hindi: Strength of National Integration and Global Identity”. Declared in 1953 by PM Nehru, the day also honours Beohar Rajendra Simha, a Hindi activist.

Appointments:

• On 12 September 2025, former Chief Justice Sushila Karki was sworn in as Nepal’s first woman interim Prime Minister, following the resignation of KP Sharma Oli amid Gen Z‑led anti‑corruption protests and a controversial social media ban.
• Professor Pradeep Kumar Prajapati assumed charge as the Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, on 13th September 2025. His appointment, approved by the Union Cabinet, is for five years or until superannuation. He was earlier Vice-Chancellor of Rajasthan Ayurved University and has significant experience in Ayurvedic research and academics.
• On 1 Sept 2025, Vishakha Mulye was appointed as the new MD & CEO of Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) for a five‑year term. She has been the architect of the “One ABC, One P&L” strategy, integrating businesses under One Customer, One Experience, One Team.

Awards & Honours:

• The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards 2025 were held on 14 Sept 2025 at the Peacock Theater, Los Angeles, hosted by Nate Bargatze. The Pitt won Best Drama, while The Studio dominated comedy with a record 13 wins, and Adolescence took Best Limited Series. Historic wins included Owen Cooper (youngest male Emmy winner at 13) and Tramell Tillman (first Black Supporting Actor in Drama).

Obituaries:

• Former Meghalaya CM D.D. Lapang passed away on 12 Sept 2025 in Shillong at age 91. Served as Chief Minister four times (1992–2008), though never a full term. Rose from a road labourer to a key leader, instrumental in creating Ri-Bhoi district.
• Renowned Bharatanatyam exponent and Kalakshetra guru Sarada Hoffman (affectionately called Chinna Sarada or Sarada Teacher) passed away on 14 September 2025 in California at the age of 96.

Questions:

Q.1 Credit rating agency ICRA revised India’s FY26 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast upward to what level?
a) 6.5%
b) 6.0%
c) 6.3%
d) 7.0%

Answer: a) ICRA upgraded India’s GDP forecast from 6.0% to 6.5%.

Q.2 Where was the SAJEX 2025, India’s first B2B jewellery expo in Saudi Arabia, held?

a) Riyadh International Convention Centre
b) Jeddah Superdome
c) Mecca Conference Hall
d) Alban

Answer: b) India hosted the Saudi Arabia Jewellery Exposition (SAJEX) 2025 from 11–13 September 2025 at the Jeddah Superdome, the Kingdom’s first international B2B jewellery exhibition.