National Affairs

• Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) completed 11 years with 56.16 crore accounts and deposits of Rs 2.67 lakh crore, marking a significant milestone in financial inclusion.
• India surpassed one crore school teachers for the first time in the 2024-25 academic year according to the UDISE+ report, highlighting growth in the education sector.
• The Ministry of Power released the 2024 State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI), ranking states and UTs on energy efficiency initiatives.
• The Government approved hosting the Commonwealth Games 2030 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, boosting India’s international sports profile.
• India revealed the 73-member contingent for the upcoming World Para Athletics Championships 2025.
• The 17th Biofach India 2025 started in Greater Noida, focusing on organic and sustainable growth in agriculture.
• Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Vipul Manubhai Pancholi were sworn in as judges of the Supreme Court of India.
• India's GDP growth rate increased to 7.8%, the highest in five quarters, signaling strong economic momentum.

International Affairs

• India and Singapore conducted their first Joint Consultation Meeting on Legal Cooperation to strengthen bilateral legal ties.
• India and the Philippines signed a Strategic Partnership Plan (2025-2029) to enhance cooperation in defence, maritime security, trade, and digital infrastructure.
• India’s successful launch of the NISAR satellite, a joint India-US dual frequency Earth observation mission, aims to monitor climate, agriculture, and disasters globally.

Economy and Developments

• Central government’s fiscal deficit reached 29.9% of the annual target by end of July 2025, showing fiscal discipline amid growth.
• SBI Card and Flipkart jointly launched the ‘Flipkart SBI Credit Card’ to offer seamless shopping experiences leveraging credit facilities.
• Unity Bank partnered with BharatPe to launch India’s first EMI-driven RuPay credit card, enhancing digital payment options.

Science and Technology

• Pixxel and Dhruva Space, Indian private space startups, launched satellites aboard a SpaceX Falcon-9 rocket, marking advances in space technology.
• National Guidelines for Animal Blood Transfusion and Blood Banks introduced to regulate veterinary transfusion services nationwide.

Sports and Culture

• Neeraj Chopra secured second place in the 2025 Diamond League Final, continuing his strong track and field performance.
• Dharambir and Preeti Pal appointed as flag bearers for India at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025.
• National Sports Day celebrated on 29 August 2025 with the theme focusing on promoting sports for peaceful and inclusive societies.