- On 14 Sept 2025, Amit Shah inaugurated the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex at Naranpura, Ahmedabad. Built at a cost of ₹825 crore, it is India’s largest and most modern sports facility. The complex houses an Olympic‑class aquatics stadium, indoor arenas, outdoor courts, and a Sports Centre of Excellence. It positions Ahmedabad as the emerging “Sports Capital of India”, with potential to host global events like the 2036 Olympics.
.png "Current Affairs One - Liner : 16th September 2025")
- On 12 Sept 2025, the Government announced the Annual Licensing Policy for Opium Poppy (2025–26). It covers notified tracts of Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh, with ~1.21 lakh farmers eligible. High-yield CPS farmers (≥900 kg/ha) may shift to gum opium cultivation, while low-yield CPS farmers (<800 kg/ha) face suspension.
- The Ministry of Defence approved the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 on September 14, 2025. The manual aims to streamline and expedite revenue procurement, promote self-reliance, and simplify processes for the armed forces. It enables greater participation of domestic industry, MSMEs, and startups, while fostering innovation and jointness among the services.
- On 11 Sept 2025, FermionIC Design partnered with Tata Electronics (TEPL) to deliver India’s first 4‑Channel X‑Band Beamformer IC (FD3R4411). The chip is designed for next‑gen TDD phased array antennas used in advanced radar and surveillance systems. TEPL will handle wafer‑level testing, flip‑chip BGA packaging, and validation as OSAT partner.
- On 12 Sept 2025, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution endorsing the two‑state solution for Palestine. It was introduced by France and co‑drafted with Saudi Arabia, gaining support from 142 nations. India voted in favour, reaffirming its traditional stand on a sovereign Palestinian state alongside Israel. The resolution urged Israel to halt settlements, end annexation, and commit to a viable Palestinian state.
- On 11 Sept 2025, India and Norway held their first Maritime Security Dialogue in Oslo. It was organised by the Ministries of External Affairs (India) and Foreign Affairs (Norway). The talks were led by Muanpuii Saiawi (India) and Jon Elvedal Fredriksen (Norway). They focused on UNCLOS‑based maritime order, countering illicit activities, and protecting critical infrastructure, with the next round in New Delhi.
- On 10 September 2025, the RBI imposed a ₹21 lakh penalty on PhonePe Ltd for non-compliance with Prepaid Payment Instrument (PPI) regulations. The inspection (Oct 2023–Dec 2024) revealed that the company’s escrow account balance fell short of outstanding PPIs and merchant dues, and this shortfall was not promptly reported.
- Japan’s Astroscale signed an agreement with NSIL (NewSpace India Limited) on 11 September 2025 in Tokyo to launch the ISSA‑J1 satellite. The launch is scheduled for spring 2027 aboard a PSLV rocket from Sriharikota. The mission, under Japan’s SBIR program, will inspect and diagnose large orbital debris.
- The Indian Navy received INS Androth, the 2nd ASW-SWC from GRSE Kolkata on 13 Sept 2025. At 77 m, it is the largest Indian warship with diesel–waterjet propulsion. Equipped with torpedoes, ASW rockets, SONAR & 30 mm gun, it boosts anti-submarine & coastal ops.
- The 16th Armed Forces Conference was held on 15–17 Sept 2025 at Eastern Command HQ, Kolkata, organised by the Ministry of Defence. It was chaired by PM Narendra Modi under the theme “Year of Reforms – Transforming for the Future”. The aim was to review operational preparedness, reforms, and jointness among the three services. Key highlights included the launch of Armed Forces Vision 2047, the first Joint Military Space Doctrine, and focus on multi‑domain warfare & Atmanirbharta.
- On September 13, 2025, Gujarat disbursed student assistance under Namo Laxmi Yojana and Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhna Yojana. Over 10.49 lakh girls benefited, receiving more than ₹1,000 crore. 1.5 lakh science stream students received over ₹161 crore. The schemes were launched in March 2024 to promote school completion and science education.
- Zapad 2025 was held from 12–16 Sept 2025 in Belarus and western Russia, with naval drills in the Baltic and Arctic seas. It is a quadrennial Russia–Belarus strategic exercise simulating large‑scale conflict, missile strikes, and electronic warfare. For the first time, India participated with a 65‑member tri‑service contingent at the Mulino Training Ground in Russia.
- On 16 Sept 2025, the world observed International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer (World Ozone Day). The 2025 theme was “From Science to Global Action”, marking 40 years of the Vienna Convention (1985). It commemorates the Montreal Protocol (1987), which phased out 99% of ozone-depleting substances.
- On 16 Sept 2025, P&G Health announced Shashank Srowthy as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 Oct 2025. He succeeds Lokesh Chandak, who moves to a senior finance role in P&G’s Feminine Care business across Asia, Middle East & Africa. Srowthy has over 14 years of global finance experience with P&G in India, Dubai, and Singapore.
- On 15 Sept 2025, the World Bank appointed Carlos Felipe Jaramillo as Vice President for East Asia & Pacific (EAP), based in Singapore. He will oversee 23 countries with a US$32B portfolio, focusing on jobs, energy, digitalization, and human capital. Earlier, he was VP for Latin America & Caribbean (2020–25).
- On 14 Sept 2025, the ACC appointed L. Satya Srinivas (IRS, 1991 batch) as India’s Executive Director at ADB, succeeding Vikas Sheel. He will serve till Feb 2026, then continue on contract for 3 years. Srinivas, currently Special Secretary in Commerce Dept, also represents Bangladesh, Bhutan, Laos, Tajikistan & Turkmenistan.
- On 11 Sept 2025, UN Secretary‑General António Guterres reappointed Dr. Sima Bahous of Jordan for a second term as Executive Director of UN Women. Her new term aligns with the rollout of the UN Women Strategic Plan 2026–2029. The focus will be on women’s leadership, economic empowerment, ending violence, and crisis response.
- On 11 Sept 2025, Albania became the first country to appoint an AI Cabinet Minister. PM Edi Rama introduced “Diella”, an AI‑powered virtual minister, as Minister for Public Procurement. The move aims to ensure corruption‑free, transparent, and efficient tendering in government contracts. This marks a global first in digital governance and AI‑driven public administration.
- Muzaffarpur (Bihar) topped the INSPIRE Award 2025 with 7,403 student ideas, beating Bengaluru (7,306). Vaishali (Bihar) ranked 6th with 5,805 ideas. Rankings were released on 13 Sept 2025 by DST under the INSPIRE Award–MANAK scheme.
- Baba Kalyani, Chairman & MD of Bharat Forge, received the ASME Holley Medal 2025 on 15 Sept 2025 for engineering innovation benefiting society. The award, instituted in 1924, honours unique engineering acts with public benefit. His leadership in advanced manufacturing & resilient supply chains earned global recognition.
- On 14 September 2025, Indian filmmaker Neeraj Ghaywan’s movie Homebound won Second Runner-Up in the International People’s Choice Award at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The film stars Ishaan Khatter, Janhvi Kapoor, and Vishal Jethwa, exploring friendship, ambition, and dignity in rural India.
- Robert Redford, the iconic American actor, director, and environmentalist, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025, at his home in Sundance, Utah, at the age of 89. His publicist confirmed that he died in his sleep surrounded by his loved ones.
Questions:
Q.1 Which country became the first to appoint an AI-powered virtual minister in 2025?a) Albania
b) UAE
c) Estonia
d) South Korea
Answer: a) PM Edi Rama introduced “Diella” as AI Cabinet Minister for Public Procurement to ensure transparent tendering.
Q.2 Who won the ASME Holley Medal 2025 for engineering innovation?
a) Baba Kalyani
b) Ratan Tata
c) Satya Nadella
d) E. Sreedharan
Answer: a) Chairman of Bharat Forge recognised on 15 Sept 2025 for contributions in advanced manufacturing and resilient supply chains.
