National Affairs

President Droupadi Murmu emphasized India's strength and resilience during her keynote address at the Engineering Export Promotion Council’s (EEPC) platinum jubilee celebrations, urging industries to leverage India's capabilities to transform global trade challenges into opportunities. She highlighted India's evolving manufacturing landscape and its expanding export destinations, encouraging innovation and sustainability as pillars for growth.

The Supreme Court of India allowed the use of Aadhaar as valid proof for the Bihar electoral roll revision process, clarifying the document does not confer citizenship. This ruling seeks to streamline voter verification while safeguarding constitutional protections.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to legendary singer Bhupen Hazarika on his 99th birth anniversary, lauding his timeless contributions to music and culture, especially in promoting India's northeastern heritage globally. Modi described Hazarika's voice as flowing like a "timeless river," reflecting his enduring legacy.

Sonia Gandhi criticized the Great Nicobar Development Plan, terming it a "grave misadventure" for potentially threatening fragile ecosystems and the rights of indigenous tribal populations. She called for heightened public awareness and environmental safeguards to prevent irreversible damage.

India and Israel signed a landmark Bilateral Investment Agreement during the visit of Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich. This pact is India's first with an OECD member country, aiming to promote reciprocal investments, protect investors, and stimulate economic cooperation, notably in technology, defence, and innovation sectors.

The Bharatiya Janata Party-led NDA announced C.P. Radhakrishnan as its candidate for the Vice Presidential election scheduled for 11 September 2025. The opposition INDIA bloc nominated former Supreme Court judge B. Sudershan Reddy. Both candidates expressed confidence in their impending victory.

International Affairs

Gen Z-led protests erupted in Nepal against government corruption and social media bans, resulting in violent clashes with the police and military, and tragically six deaths. Amid rising demands for democratic freedoms, the Nepalese government lifted the social media restrictions but tensions continue, signaling ongoing instability in the region.

The Indian Navy Band performed at Papua New Guinea’s 50th Independence Day Military Tattoo, strengthening cultural and diplomatic ties. This participation underscored India's commitment to fostering goodwill and defense cooperation within the Indo-Pacific region.

Sports News

Indian teenage tennis prodigies Divyanshi Bhowmick and Ananya Muralidharan made history by winning the Under-15 Girls' Doubles title at the World Tennis Tour (WTT) event. Their victory marks a significant milestone for Indian tennis on the global stage.

Australian pacer Callum Vidler was ruled out of the India A tour due to an L3 vertebra stress fracture, impacting Australia's cricket preparation for important upcoming series.

Business and Economy

India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) celebrated eight years of operation, successfully onboarding over 12 crore customers across India. The bank has played a key role in expanding financial inclusion, particularly in rural and underserved areas through innovative digital banking solutions.

Nepal's ruling party expressed strong opposition to the India-China Lipulekh trade agreement, urging the withdrawal of both countries from the disputed arrangement citing sovereignty concerns. This position complicates regional trade dynamics and bilateral relations.

State Level News

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) urged Prime Minister Modi to announce a Rs 20,000 crore relief package during his impending visit to flood-affected Punjab. The party highlighted the urgent need for rehabilitation and infrastructure restoration to support affected communities.

The Bihar government raised the honorarium for Anganwadi workers, recognizing their crucial role in child and maternal health. The honorarium for Anganwadi Sevikas increased from Rs 7,000 to Rs 9,000 and for helpers from Rs 4,000 to Rs 4,500.

Yamuna River's water level in Delhi dropped below the danger mark, allowing precautionary evacuations in flood-prone areas to wind down. Authorities remain alert monitoring weather conditions to prevent future flooding.