National News
Tirumala Hills, Erra Matti Dibbalu Enter UNESCO Tentative List
- Andhra Pradesh’s Tirumala Hills and Erra Matti Dibbalu (Red Sand Dunes) have been included in the UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage Sites, marking a crucial step toward their protection and preservation.
- The Erra Matti Dibbalu, a National Geo-heritage Monument near Visakhapatnam, spans 1,500 acres with unique red sand formations dating back thousands of years.
- This rare coastal geomorphological site, first documented in 1886, faces threats from tourism and filming, underscoring the need for stronger conservation efforts.
International News
India, Norway Hold First Maritime Security Dialogue
- India and Norway held their inaugural Maritime Security, Disarmament, and Non-Proliferation Dialogue in Oslo, focusing on sustaining a secure maritime environment under international law to promote economic growth and peace.
- The two countries reviewed ongoing cooperation and agreed to strengthen efforts against illicit maritime activities and protect critical maritime infrastructure.
- The next dialogue is scheduled to take place in New Delhi.
Economy News
India’s Wholesale Prices in August Climbed to 0.52%
- India’s WPI inflation rebounded to 0.52% in August 2025 from -0.58% a year ago, driven by higher prices of food products, manufactured basic metals, and mineral oils.
- While fuel and power costs declined; this marks a shift from prolonged low inflation, with retail inflation also rising to 2.07%, according to Commerce Ministry data.
Appointments News
Professor Pradeep Kumar Prajapati Becomes Director of AIIA
- Professor Pradeep Kumar Prajapati has officially assumed charge as Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi.
- Formerly the Vice-Chancellor of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Rajasthan Ayurved University and a key contributor at Gujarat Ayurved University, Prof. Prajapati brings vast academic and research experience.
- Welcomed with a ceremonial event, he emphasized advancing Ayurveda to achieve global recognition.
- His appointment was approved by the Union Cabinet, with a five-year tenure or until superannuation.
Centre Appoints 35 Officers to Joint Secretary Positions Across Key Ministries and Departments
- Senior IAS officer Pawan Kumar Sharma (1999 batch, Madhya Pradesh cadre) has been appointed Deputy Election Commissioner, and V Lalithalakshmi (2008 batch, West Bengal cadre) named Joint Secretary in the Vice President’s Secretariat.
- The Centre also reshuffled 35 Joint Secretary-level civil servants across key ministries, including appointments like Aman Sharma to Department of Pharmaceuticals, Tarun Kumar Pithode to Environment Ministry, Arvind Khare to Home Affairs, and Nidhi Pandey to Department of Atomic Energy.
- These changes aim to strengthen leadership across government departments.
Vishakha Mulye Named MD & CEO, Aditya Birla Capital
- Vishakha Mulye has been appointed MD & CEO of Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL) for a five-year term starting 1 September 2025, reinforcing the company’s strategic push under the “One ABC, One P&L” vision.
- Known for her leadership since 2022, Mulye has driven digital transformation, launching platforms like the ABCD App and Udyog Plus for integrated retail and MSME financial services.
- Her tenure is marked by a focus on customer-centric integration, financial inclusion, and raising over ₹4,500 crore to strengthen ABCL’s capital base and digital infrastructure.
Awards News
2025 Primetime Emmy Awards: Full List of Winners and Highlights
- The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards (September 14, 2025) celebrated the best of 2024–2025 television, honoring standout shows like Severance, The Studio, and Adolescence.
- Major wins included Seth Rogen, Cristin Milioti, Britt Lower, and Jean Smart, with Last Week Tonight with John Oliver dominating variety categories. The night showcased excellence in drama, comedy, limited series, and reality TV, reflecting the industry’s rich diversity, creativity, and storytelling power.
Defense News
Delivery of ‘Androth’ – Second ASW Shallow Water Craft to Navy
- ‘Androth’, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, was delivered to the Indian Navy on 13 Sep 2025, marking a major step towards self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
- Designed indigenously with over 80% Indian content, the 77m-long warship enhances coastal surveillance, mine-laying, and submarine-hunting capabilities, aligning with the vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’.
- Named after Androth Island in Lakshadweep, the craft symbolizes India’s commitment to maritime security.
India to Host 5th Coast Guard Summit in 2027
- India will host the 5th Coast Guard Global Summit (CGGS) in Chennai in 2027, coinciding with the Golden Jubilee of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
- The decision, taken at the 4th CGGS in Rome, reflects India’s leadership in international maritime cooperation.
- The summit will feature a Fleet Review and World Coast Guard Seminar, focusing on global maritime challenges.
- ICG Director General Paramesh Sivamani highlighted the need for interoperability and trust among nations.
DSC A22 Launched: Boost to Navy’s Diving Fleet
- ‘DSC A22’, the third Diving Support Craft (DSC) under a 5-ship project, was successfully launched on 12 Sep 2025 at Titagarh, Kolkata by Titagarh Rail Systems Ltd (TRSL) for the Indian Navy.
- Presided over by Vice Admiral Suraj Berry, the launch highlights progress in India’s Make in India initiative.
- Designed for coastal diving operations, the catamaran-hull ship (approx 380 tons) is equipped with advanced diving systems and built under Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) norms, with design support from Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam.
India Flags Off First All-Women Tri-Service Sailing Voyage
- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh virtually flagged off the world’s first tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition, Samudra Pradakshina, from the Gateway of India, Mumbai.
- This historic nine-month journey involves 10 women officers from the Army, Navy, and Air Force sailing aboard the indigenously built IASV Triveni, covering nearly 26,000 nautical miles, crossing the Equator twice, and rounding the three great Capes — Leeuwin, Horn, and Good Hope — symbolizing women power, joint armed forces synergy, and Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
- The expedition will conclude in May 2026 in Mumbai.
Summits & Conferences News
India to Host 89th IEC General Meeting in 2025
- India is hosting the 89th General Meeting of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) from 15–19 September 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, with over 2,000 experts from 100+ countries participating.
- Inaugurated by Shri Pralhad Joshi and with an exhibition opened by Shri Piyush Goyal, the event focuses on global electrotechnical standards for a sustainable, all-electric, and connected world.
- India also serves as the Global Secretariat for Low Voltage Direct Current (LVDC) standardisation, supporting clean energy innovation.
Om Birla Inaugurates Women Empowerment Meet in Tirupati
- Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated a two-day National Conference on Women Empowerment in Tirupati, emphasizing that the nation’s progress depends on equal participation of women.
- He highlighted existing opportunities for women’s development and noted the enactment of a law ensuring 33% reservation for women in legislatures.
- The event also featured an exhibition and the release of a souvenir.
Amit Shah Opens 5th Rajbhasha Sammelan in Gandhinagar
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the 5th All India Rajbhasha Sammelan in Gandhinagar, urging citizens to respect their mother tongues while supporting Hindi.
- He emphasized making Hindi more flexible and expanding its use beyond conversation to science, technology, justice, and policing.
- Initiatives like the Sarathi Platform and Hindi Shabd Sindhu Kosh, which aims to become the world’s largest encyclopedia by 2029, were highlighted.
- Gujarat’s promotion of local languages alongside Hindi was praised, with a call for youth and parents to preserve and use regional languages.
- The conference included over 7,000 central government officials promoting harmony between Hindi and regional languages.
Rabi Abhiyan 2025 Conference Begins in New Delhi
- The two-day National Agricultural Conference-Rabi Abhiyan 2025 begins Monday in New Delhi, chaired by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
- Bringing together experts, scientists, and policymakers, the conference aims to address challenges related to Rabi crops and guide strategies under the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan.
- It focuses on enhancing farmers’ income, promoting sustainable agriculture, and ensuring national food security for the 2025-26 season.
Sports News
Jaismine Lamboria Wins Gold at World Boxing 2025
- Jaismine Lamboria made history by winning gold in the 57kg category at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, defeating Poland’s Julia Szeremeta in a 4-1 split decision.
- After a slow start, she staged a strong comeback, marking a powerful return following her early exit at the Paris Olympics.
- India’s women boxers secured three medals, with Nupur Sheoran taking silver (80+kg) and Pooja Rani earning bronze, while male boxers failed to reach the podium.
India Beats Switzerland, Qualifies for 2026 Davis Cup
- India defeated Switzerland 3-1 in their Davis Cup 2025 World Group I tie at Swiss Tennis Arena, Biel, securing a spot in the 2026 Davis Cup Qualifiers.
- Sumit Nagal sealed the historic win by beating Henry Bernet 6-1, 6-3 in the reverse singles.
- This marks India’s first win over a European nation in Europe since 1993, and their first World Group I tie victory since the format revamp in 2019.
- With this result, Switzerland is relegated to the 2026 World Group I play-offs.
Important Days News
Engineers Day 2025: Celebrating Innovation & Sir M. Visvesvaraya
- Engineers’ Day 2025 is celebrated on 15 September across India to honour the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya, a visionary engineer and Bharat Ratna awardee.
- The theme for 2025 is “Deep Tech & Engineering Excellence: Driving India’s Techade”, highlighting the role of AI, quantum computing, and advanced technologies in shaping India’s future.
- The day recognises engineers’ contributions to infrastructure, innovation, and sustainable development, while inspiring the next generation through seminars, workshops, competitions, and public engagement activities.
International Day of Democracy 2025: Theme, History & Significance
- International Day of Democracy 2025 is observed globally on September 15 to promote human rights, citizen participation, gender equality, and inclusive democratic governance. Established by the UN General Assembly in 2007, it highlights democracy as a fundamental human right and pillar of peace and good governance.
- The 2025 theme, “Achieving Gender Equality, Action by Action,” focuses on enhancing gender parity in politics, inclusive institutions, and combating gender-based violence.
- The day encourages global awareness, civic engagement, and dialogue to strengthen democratic institutions and uphold transparency, accountability, and freedom for all citizens.
Obituaries News
Former Meghalaya CM D.D. Lapang Passes Away at 91
- Former Meghalaya Chief Minister D.D. Lapang, a respected leader known for his humility, perseverance, and political acumen, passed away at 91 in Shillong.
- Rising from humble beginnings as a road laborer and school sub-inspector, he served as Meghalaya’s Chief Minister four times between 1992 and 2008, focusing on governance, development, and communal harmony.
- His legacy of consensus-building and dedication earned him admiration across party lines.
- A life-size statue was unveiled in 2024 in his honor, and leaders across the Northeast have paid tribute to his enduring impact on Meghalaya’s political landscape.
Ricky Hatton A Boxing Legend Passed Away
- British boxing legend Ricky Hatton (known as “The Hitman”) died at 46 in September 2025, leaving behind a legacy as a world champion with 45 wins in 48 bouts, famed for victories over Kostya Tszyu and Jose Luis Castillo.
- Remembered for his openness about mental health and alcohol struggles, with heartfelt tributes from Amir Khan, Tyson Fury, and Manchester clubs following his passing.
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