Today’s Current Affairs – 23 August 2025
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1. National Headlines / राष्ट्रीय समाचार
• TRIPS-2025 Summit inaugurated at IIT Kanpur
The TRIPS‑2025 (Technology, Research, Innovation, and Policy Summit) commenced on August 22 at IIT‑Kanpur with the theme “Bridging Research, Innovation, and Policy for a Sustainable Future.” Notable speakers included Prof. Manmohan Sharma, who highlighted the importance of fundamental research in chemical innovation; Dr. R. A. Mashelkar, who spoke on inclusive technological growth under Viksit Bharat @100; and Dr. M. Ravichandran, Secretary of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, emphasizing Earth sciences’ role in development.(Vajiram & Ravi, The Times of India)
• Supreme Court orders stray-dog guidelines and addresses voter deletions
The Supreme Court ruled that sterilised stray dogs may be returned to their original areas but banned their feeding in public spaces—mandating designated feeding zones per ward. It also addressed voter deletions, especially in Bihar, allowing affected individuals to file claims online using Aadhaar or any of 11 accepted ID documents.(The Times of India)
• HDFC Bank services to face temporary downtime
HDFC Bank announced maintenance-related service disruptions on August 22–23, specifically affecting chat banking via WhatsApp and SMS banking. Core services like net banking will remain functional. Customers are encouraged to register online or use ATMs for net banking access.(The Economic Times)
• Chhattisgarh employees continue pen-down strike despite DA hike
The Chhattisgarh Karmchari‑Adhikari Federation (CKAF), comprising 110 unions, proceeded with a pen‑down strike on August 22, demanding pay revision, regularization, time‑bound promotions, and pending dearness allowance (DA). This follows a CM-announced DA increase of 2%, raising DA to 55%, but CKAF insists the raise should be retroactive to January 2025.(The Times of India)
• Gaya–Delhi Amrit Bharat Express makes inaugural run
The Gaya–Delhi Amrit Bharat Express began service on August 22. Operating biweekly, it departs Gaya on Sundays and Thursdays at 4:30 PM, arriving in Delhi next day at noon; returns Mondays and Fridays, departing Delhi at 2:00 PM. Key stops include Sasaram, DDU, Subedarganj, Tundla, Ghaziabad, and others. Also launched on August 22 was the Vaishali–Koderma MEMU, starting regular service from Vaishali on August 23 (six days/week).(The Times of India)
• PM Modi launches major development schemes in Bihar & West Bengal
On August 22, PM Modi visited Bihar and West Bengal, inaugurating development initiatives totaling over ₹18,000 crore—underscoring the government’s continued focus on sustainable regional growth and public welfare.(The Times of India)
• India faces U.S. tariffs amid increasing Russian oil trade
The U.S. has imposed up to 50% tariffs on Indian imports—25% already in place and another 25% effective from August 27—as India continues to purchase Russian oil. Trade Minister Piyush Goyal stated India is approaching the crisis with a “very open mind,” noting the cancellation of a planned U.S. trade negotiator visit (August 25–29). He also stressed that India’s improving ties with China should not affect its trade relations with the U.S.(Reuters)
• National Sports Governance Act, 2025 passed by Parliament
The National Sports Governance Act, 2025 has been passed, bringing Indian sports under a statutory framework aligned with Olympic and Paralympic standards. It enforces transparency, athlete welfare, ethics codes, dispute resolution, election oversight, and the creation of a National Sports Tribunal.(Wikipedia)
• One Hundred and Thirtieth Constitutional Amendment Bill introduced
On August 20, 2025, Amit Shah introduced the 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill in Lok Sabha, proposing removal of the PM, CMs, or Ministers if detained for 30 consecutive days on charges involving 5+ years of imprisonment. The Bill was referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee.(Wikipedia)
2. International & Diplomatic Affairs / अंतर्राष्ट्रीय एवं कूटनीतिक
• India-EAEU sign ToR for FTA negotiations
On August 22, India and the Eurasian Economic Union signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) to begin Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations. This is aimed at boosting exports, supporting MSMEs, and diversifying trade—given that 2024 bilateral trade stood at approximately $69 billion.(adda247)
• Fiji PM to visit India from August 24–26
Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka will visit India from August 24 to 26. The itinerary includes bilateral talks with PM Modi, a presidential call, and delivering a lecture titled “Ocean of Peace” at ICWA.(adda247)
• PM Modi to visit Japan and China for major summits
PM Modi is scheduled to visit Japan (August 29–30) for the India–Japan Annual Summit, and China (August 31–September 1) for the SCO Summit in Tianjin, as confirmed by the Foreign Ministry.(Reuters)
3. Science, Space & Education / विज्ञान, अंतरिक्ष एवं शिक्षा
• National Space Day celebrated across schools nationwide
August 23 marks National Space Day, commemorating Chandrayaan‑3’s soft landing near the lunar south pole in 2023—India’s historic space milestone. The 2025 theme, “Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities,” bridges India’s astronomical heritage with its future human spaceflight mission.(Jagranjosh.com)
• Lucknow schools mark National Space Day with special programs
On August 23, schools across Lucknow will observe National Space Day with activities including the launch of the NCERT module “India – A Rising Space Power.” Events include assemblies, exhibitions, expert sessions, and workshops aimed at fostering STEM interest. Resources from platforms like DIKSHA, Nishtha, NCERT, and India on the Moon will support the initiative.(The Times of India)
4. Sports & Regional Development / खेल एवं क्षेत्रीय विकास
• Khelo India Water Sports Festival begins in Kashmir
Khelo India’s water sports festival, featuring over 400 athletes, began on August 21 at Dal Lake, continuing through August 23. Lt Governor Manoj Sinha remarked that sports calendars have replaced strike‑prone “hartal calendars”, symbolizing increased normalcy through athletics.(The Economic Times)
• Delhi Premier League and Andhra Premier League in progress
The Delhi Premier League T20 is underway (2–31 August) at Arun Jaitley Stadium, featuring eight men’s and four women’s teams. The Andhra Premier League 2025, originally scheduled from August 8–23 with seven teams, has courts staying franchise auctions, providing relief to current team owners.(Wikipedia)
हिंदी में करेंट अफेयर्स – 22–23 अगस्त 2025
1. राष्ट्रीय समाचार
- आईआईटी कानपुर में शुरू हुआ TRIPS‑2025 सम्मेलन। इसका उद्देश्य विज्ञान, नवाचार और नीति को जोड़कर सतत विकास को बढ़ावा देना है।(The Times of India)
- सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने लगाए निर्देश: नसबंदी किए गए आवारा कुत्तों को वापस छोड़ा जा सकेगा, लेकिन सार्वजनिक जगहों पर भोजन पर रोक; प्रत्येक वार्ड में निर्दिष्ट फीडिंग ज़ोन बनाना अनिवार्य। साथ ही, बिहार में मतदाता नाम हटाए जाने के खिलाफ अब व्यक्ति आधार या अन्य मान्यता प्राप्त आईडी से ऑनलाइन दावा कर सकेंगे।(The Times of India)
- HDFC बैंक के कुछ सेवाओं में तकनीकी रुकावट: 22–23 अगस्त को चैट और एसएमएस बैंकिंग सेवाएं बाधित रहेंगी, लेकिन नेट बैंकिंग चालू रहेगी।(The Economic Times)
- छत्तीसगढ़ में कर्मचारियों का हड़ताल जारी: DA वृद्धि के बावजूद CKAF ने 22 अगस्त को पेन‑डाउन हड़ताल शुरू रखी।(The Times of India)
- गया–दिल्ली अमृत भारत एक्सप्रेस की शुरुआत: bi‑weekly नई ट्रेन की शुरुआत हुई और वैषाली–कोडेरमा MEMU सेवा भी आरंभ हुई।(Wikipedia)
- बीजेपी सरकार ने बिहार व पश्चिम बंगाल में ₹18,000 करोड़ के विकास परियोजनाओं का उद्घाटन किया।(The Times of India)
- यू.एस. ने रूस से तेल आयात पर बढ़ाई दर, भारत ने नीतिगत समझ से स्थिति संभाली।(Reuters, Financial Times)
- राष्ट्रिय खेल शासन अधिनियम पारित: पारदर्शिता, खेल नीति, खिलाड़ी कल्याण, नैतिकता और विवाद समाधान को संवैधानिक मान्यता मिली।(Wikipedia)
- संविधान संशोधन विधेयक (130वाँ) पारित: 30 दिनों तक गिरफ्तारी पर पीएम, मुख्यमंत्री और मंत्री पद से हट सकते हैं, यदि चार्ज गंभीर हो।(Wikipedia)
2. अंतर्राष्ट्रीय एवं कूटनीतिक
- भारत-ईएईयू ने FTA वार्ता के लिए ToR पर हस्ताक्षर किए।(adda247)
- फिजी के प्रधानमंत्री 24–26 अगस्त को भारत आएंगे, जिसमें इन्होंने राष्ट्राध्यक्ष से मिलने और ‘Ocean of Peace’ पर व्याख्यान देने का कार्यक्रम है।(adda247)
- प्रधानमंत्री मोदी जापान व चीन के दौरे पर जाएंगे, क्रमशः 29–30 अगस्त और 31 अगस्त–1 सितम्बर को, जिसमें SCO और India‑Japan शिखर सम्मेलन शामिल हैं।(The Economic Times)
3. विज्ञान, अंतरिक्ष एवं शिक्षा
- National Space Day (23 अगस्त) की वर्षगांठ पर स्कूल स्तर पर कार्यक्रम आयोजित।
विषय: Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan – प्राचीन ज्ञान से लेकर मानव अंतरिक्ष यान तक।(Sanskriti IAS, Jagranjosh.com) - लखनऊ के विद्यालयों में विशेष कार्यक्रम: NCERT का ‘India – A Rising Space Power’ मॉड्यूल जारी, STEM प्रेरणा हेतु कार्यशालाएं, प्रदर्शनी एवं विशेषज्ञ सत्र आयोजित।(The Times of India)
4. खेल एवं क्षेत्रीय विकास
- कश्मीर में Khelo India वॉटर स्पोर्ट्स फेस्टिवल: 21–23 अगस्त तक डल लेक में 400+ खिलाड़ियों की भागीदारी; मनोज सिन्हा ने हड़ताल संस्कृति को खेल‑कैलेंडर से बदलने की बात कही।(The Economic Times)
- दिल्ली प्रीमियर लीग T20 (2–31 अगस्त) और आंध्र प्रदेश प्रीमियर लीग (8–23 अगस्त) जारी, लेकिन फ्रेंचाइज़ी नीलामी पर फिलहाल रोक।(Wikipedia)
✅ One-Liner Summaries (23 August 2025)
- TRIPS-2025 Summit inaugurated at IIT-Kanpur with focus on sustainable innovation.
- Supreme Court: Sterilised stray dogs can be returned; feeding only in designated zones.
- HDFC Bank: WhatsApp & SMS banking unavailable on Aug 22–23.
- Chhattisgarh employees hold pen-down strike despite DA hike.
- Gaya–Delhi Amrit Bharat Express launched; new MEMU service starts.
- PM Modi inaugurates ₹18,000 crore projects in Bihar & Bengal.
- U.S. imposes up to 50% tariffs on Indian imports; talks postponed.
- National Sports Governance Act, 2025 passed.
- 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill introduced in Lok Sabha.
- India & EAEU sign ToR for FTA talks.
- Fiji PM to visit India (24–26 Aug).
- PM Modi to visit Japan (29–30 Aug) & China (31 Aug–1 Sept).
- National Space Day celebrated with theme Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan.
- Lucknow schools hold STEM programs for Space Day.
- Khelo India Water Sports Festival held in Kashmir.
- Delhi & Andhra Premier Leagues ongoing.
📝 MCQs on Current Affairs (23 August 2025)
English Section
- TRIPS-2025 Summit was held at which institution?
Ans: IIT Kanpur - What theme was set for National Space Day 2025?
Ans: Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities - Which bank announced WhatsApp & SMS banking downtime on Aug 22–23?
Ans: HDFC Bank - The Gaya–Delhi Amrit Bharat Express will run how many times a week?
Ans: Twice (biweekly) - PM Modi launched projects worth how much in Bihar & Bengal?
Ans: ₹18,000 crore - The U.S. imposed tariffs of up to what percent on Indian imports?
Ans: 50% - Which Act was passed to reform sports governance in India?
Ans: National Sports Governance Act, 2025 - Which Constitutional Amendment Bill was introduced on Aug 20, 2025?
Ans: 130th Amendment Bill - India signed ToR for FTA talks with which union?
Ans: Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) - Who will visit India from Aug 24–26?
Ans: Fiji PM Sitiveni Rabuka
हिंदी अनुभाग (MCQs in Hindi)
- TRIPS-2025 शिखर सम्मेलन कहाँ आयोजित हुआ?
उत्तर: आईआईटी कानपुर - राष्ट्रीय अंतरिक्ष दिवस 2025 का विषय क्या था?
उत्तर: आर्यभट्ट से गगनयान: प्राचीन ज्ञान से अनंत संभावनाएँ - किस बैंक ने 22–23 अगस्त को चैट और एसएमएस बैंकिंग बंद रहने की घोषणा की?
उत्तर: HDFC बैंक - गया–दिल्ली अमृत भारत एक्सप्रेस कितनी बार चलेगी?
उत्तर: सप्ताह में दो बार - प्रधानमंत्री मोदी ने बिहार और बंगाल में कितनी राशि की परियोजनाओं का उद्घाटन किया?
उत्तर: ₹18,000 करोड़ - अमेरिका ने भारतीय आयात पर अधिकतम कितने प्रतिशत शुल्क लगाया?
उत्तर: 50% - भारत में खेल शासन सुधार के लिए कौन-सा अधिनियम पारित हुआ?
उत्तर: राष्ट्रीय खेल शासन अधिनियम, 2025 - 20 अगस्त 2025 को कौन-सा संवैधानिक संशोधन विधेयक पेश हुआ?
उत्तर: 130वाँ संशोधन विधेयक - भारत ने FTA वार्ता के लिए किस संगठन से ToR पर हस्ताक्षर किए?
उत्तर: यूरेशियन इकोनॉमिक यूनियन (EAEU) - 24–26 अगस्त को भारत की यात्रा पर कौन-सा प्रधानमंत्री आएंगे?
उत्तर: फिजी के प्रधानमंत्री सिटीवेनी राबुका