Current Events in India 2025

The first Jallikattu event of 2025 took place in Thatchankurichi village, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu.

The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) base year will be revised to 2022-23 by an 18-member panel headed by Dr. Ramesh Chand of NITI Aayog.

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has fully implemented the new Centralised Pension Payments System (CPPS) for PF pensions.

Blinkit, a quick commerce platform owned by Zomato, has launched a 10-minute ambulance delivery service in Gurugram for Rs. 2000.

Air India has become the first airline in India to offer in-flight Wi-Fi on both domestic and international routes.

The Fifth Police Commission, headed by former Madras High Court Judge C.T. Selvam, submitted its final report to the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, recommending major reforms in the state police.

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) program aims to build two crore additional houses by 2029 and has been extended for five years.

The Bharatiya Vayuyan Adhiniyam 2024, aimed at modernizing India's aviation sector, was passed by the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha and will come into effect on January 1, 2025.

The Indian government has passed an act to regulate all aspects of aircraft, from design and manufacture to import and export.

The Tobacco Board was established to promote the growth and development of the tobacco industry in India.

In 2024, India is expected to export over Rs 13,000 crore worth of tobacco.

The Quad is a strategic partnership between India, Australia, Japan, and the United States, formed after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

The Quad was first proposed in 2007 by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.

Switzerland has implemented a ban on facial coverings in public spaces, including the burqa.

The Swiss ban on facial coverings applies to both public spaces and private buildings accessible to the public.

The burqa ban in Switzerland was approved by a public vote in 2021.

A set of scores assigned to each economy's business entry process, measuring its ease of doing business, based on the provided criteria.

A global benchmark evaluating an economy's preparedness for doing business.

A network of over 41 labs dedicated to research and development in defense technologies.

A scientific organization responsible for weather observations, forecasts, and related information.

A 17th-century botanical manuscript documenting the flora of the Malabar region.

A botanist known for his contributions to the study of angiosperms.

A national honor awarded by the President of India for outstanding contributions in various fields.

An award bestowed by the Netherlands honoring individuals for distinguished service.

Switzerland uses direct democracy, giving its citizens a direct say in their country's affairs. This involves participatory mechanisms where citizens can vote directly on important issues, ensuring their active involvement in governing.

A government debt relief scheme, known as DRS, aims to provide relief to borrowers facing financial hardship. This scheme allows for adjustments to loan terms, including interest and/or principal reduction, to ease the burden on borrowers.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has outlined guidelines for lenders participating in the Government Debt Relief Scheme (DRS). These guidelines include specific provisions for how lenders should handle interest and principal adjustments, ensuring transparency and consistency.

Space debris is a growing problem, posing a threat to operational satellites. Japan and India have collaborated to explore the use of laser-equipped satellites to remove debris from orbit, minimizing the risk of collisions and restoring a cleaner space environment.

A new species of ant, Tapinoma onaele, has been discovered in the Western Ghats region of India. This species is named after the Kannada word for dried leaves, a significant component of the forest floor habitat.

Probolomyrmex procne, an ant species previously known only from two other locations in India, has been rediscovered in the Western Ghats after a three-decade lapse. This rediscovery highlights the biodiversity of the region and underscores the importance of continued conservation efforts.

The World Bank has introduced the Business Ready (B-READY) report, replacing the Ease of Doing Business report. B-READY aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of a country's business environment, focusing on factors that contribute to business growth and competitiveness.