- On September 1, 2025, India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) celebrated its 8th Foundation Day, marking a milestone in last-mile banking. IPPB has onboarded over 12 crore customers, enabling doorstep banking via 1.90 lakh Postmen and Gramin Dak Sevaks. New services include DigiSmart accounts, Premium Aarogya Savings, and Aadhaar-based Face Authentication.
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- India’s Manufacturing PMI hit a 17-year high of 59.3 in August 2025, reported on September 1 by HSBC–S&P Global. The surge was driven by strong domestic demand, new orders, and expansion in production and hiring. It marked the fastest improvement in operating conditions since mid-2008, despite global trade headwinds. Optimism rose across capital, intermediate, and consumer goods, signaling robust industrial momentum.
- Mitchell Starc announced his retirement from T20 Internationals on September 2, 2025, at age 35. He aims to focus on Test cricket and the 2027 ODI World Cup, citing fitness and long-term performance. Starc played 65 T20Is, took 79 wickets, and was pivotal in Australia’s 2021 T20 World Cup win.
- India will debut at the Pickleball World Cup 2025, held in Florida, USA from October 27 to November 2. The Indian Pickleball Association (IPA) held trials in Ahmedabad on August 30–31 to select national players. Selections span Open, Under-16, and 50+ categories, under recognition from MYAS (Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports) and SAI.
- World Coconut Day 2025 was observed on September 2 with the theme “Sustainable Coconut Farming for a Healthy Future.” India, the third-largest producer, held national celebrations led by the Coconut Development Board in Angamaly, Kerala.
Questions:
Q.1 India's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) touched a 17-year high in August 2025. What was the recorded value?a) 52.7
b) 55.9
c) 59.3
d) 61.0
Answer: c) HSBC–S&P Global reported India’s Manufacturing PMI at 59.3 in August 2025, the highest since mid-2008.
Q.2 India will debut at the Pickleball World Cup 2025 to be held in which country?
a) India
b) USA
c) UK
d) Australia
Answer: b) The Pickleball World Cup 2025 will be hosted in Florida, USA from October 27 to November 2.
