On 9 Sept 2025, Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned after violent Gen Z–led protests over the government’s social media ban. Demonstrators stormed his office, set his Balkot residence on fire, and attacked the homes of several leaders, including ministers Prithvi Subba Gurung and Bishnu Paudel. Despite curfews in Kathmandu Valley and other districts,…
On 9 Sept 2025, NDA nominee CP Radhakrishnan was elected as the 15th Vice President of India, defeating INDIA bloc candidate Justice B. Sudershan Reddy. Radhakrishnan secured 452 first preference votes against Reddy’s 300, while 15 votes were declared invalid. The election witnessed a 98.2% turnout, with 767 MPs voting out of 781. The Vice…
Q. Who is the newly appointed head coach of the Indian football team in 2025?a) Igor Stimacb) Khalid Jamilc) Stephen Constantined) Clifford Miranda Q. In September 2025, massive youth-led protests by ‘Gen Z’ erupted in Kathmandu, Nepal. What was their main demand?a) Restoration of dissolved Parliamentb) Withdrawal of social media banc) Reduction of fuel pricesd)…
On 8 Sept 2025, the Nepal government withdrew its decision to ban 26 social media platforms, including Facebook and X, after massive youth-led protests turned violent, leaving at least 19 people dead and over 300 injured. Minister for Communication and Information Prithvi Subba Gurung announced the rollback after an emergency Cabinet meeting, saying agencies had…
On 8 Sept 2025, India’s football team defeated Oman 3-2 on penalties at the Hisor Central Stadium in Tajikistan to claim third place in the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) Nations Cup 2025. Goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu saved three spot-kicks, while Chhangte, Bheke, and Jithin MS converted their penalties to seal the win. This was India’s…
Q. Name of the Japanese Prime Minister who resigned in September 2025 after 11 months in office?a) Fumio Kishidab) Shigeru Ishibac) Shinjiro Koizumid) Sanae Takaichi Q. Which Indian filmmaker won the Best Director award in the Orizzonti section at the 82nd Venice Film Festival (2025)?a) Mira Nairb) Anuparna Royc) Zoya Akhtard) Rima Das Q. Who…
On 7 September 2025, India’s Men’s Hockey Team defeated South Korea 4–1 in the final of the Hero Asia Cup 2025 at the Rajgir Sports Complex, Bihar. Goal scorers included Sukhjeet Singh, Dilpreet Singh (2), and Amit Rohidas. This marks India’s 4th Asia Cup title (after 2003, 2007, 2017). With this victory, India secured qualification…
On 7 Sept 2025, Carlos Alcaraz won his second U.S. Open men’s singles title, defeating Jannik Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The 22-year-old Spaniard reclaimed the World No. 1 ranking and secured his 6th Grand Slam, becoming the first player since 1978 to win multiple majors on all three surfaces before…
Anuparna Roy, Indian filmmaker, won Best Director in the Orizzonti section at the 82nd Venice Film Festival (6 Sept 2025) for her indie film Songs of Forgotten Trees, the only Indian entry in this category.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, 68, announced his resignation after just 11 months in office, citing responsibility for the Liberal Democratic Party’s (LDP) electoral defeats. The resignation follows the LDP-Komeito coalition’s loss of majority in Upper House elections. An emergency LDP leadership contest will now take place, with contenders including Sanae Takaichi (a critic of…
Q. Who is the current Prime Minister of Bhutan who visited India in September 2025?a) Lotay Tsheringb) Tshering Tobgayc) Jigme Khesar Namgyeld) Lyonpo Dorji Q. The Ganesh Visarjan ritual is traditionally performed on which day of the Hindu lunar calendar?a) Ashtami Tithi of Bhadrapadab) Dashami Tithi of Bhadrapadac) Chaturdashi Tithi of Bhadrapadad) Purnima Tithi of…
The 10-day Ganesh Chaturthi festival (Aug 27–Sep 6, 2025) concluded on Anant Chaturdashi with Ganesh Visarjan across India. Celebrations: Iconic mandals like Lalbaugcha Raja in Mumbai drew lakhs, while Ahmedabad and Hyderabad focused on eco-friendly immersions. Families performed Uttarang Puja at home before immersing idols. Significance: The festival reinforced devotion, unity, and cultural heritage, ending…
Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay, accompanied by his spouse Aum Tashi Doma, paid a four-day official visit to India from September 3–6, 2025 to deepen bilateral, cultural, and spiritual ties. His visit included Ayodhya (Ram Janmabhoomi & Hanumangarhi Temples), Rajgir (Consecration of the Royal Bhutan Temple with Je Khenpo), and Nalanda University, where he highlighted…
Q. Teachers’ Day in India is celebrated on September 5th to mark the birth anniversary of which former President of India?a) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalamb) Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnanc) Dr. Rajendra Prasadd) Dr. Zakir Husain Q. Which legendary king’s annual return is celebrated during Onam?a) King Ashokab) King Vikramadityac) King Mahabalid) King Harsha
Onam 2025 was celebrated on September 5, 2025(Thiruvonam Day). It is Kerala’s biggest harvest festival, marking the annual return of King Mahabali, remembered for his golden reign. The festival highlights values of unity, equality, and prosperity. Major traditions include Pookalam (floral carpets), Onasadya (feast with 20+ vegetarian dishes), Vallam Kali (snake boat race), Pulikali (tiger…
Teachers’ Day is Celebrated annually on September 5th to honor the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, philosopher, scholar, and second President of India. Significance: Recognizes teachers as mentors, guides, and role models who shape knowledge, values, and character. Qualities of a Great Teacher: Patience, empathy, passion for teaching, adaptability, integrity, and fairness.
Q. What GST slabs were retained after scrapping the 12% and 28% rates in September 2025?a) 5% and 18%b) 12% and 18%c) 5% and 28%d) 0% and 12% Q. As per the new Guidelines issued in Sept 2025 for Co-location of Anganwadi Centres, where will the Anganwadi Centres be located?a) Inside Primary Health Centresb) In…
On 3 September 2025, the Union Cabinet chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved a ₹1,500 crore Incentive Scheme under the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) to boost domestic recycling capacity for critical minerals.
On 3 September 2025, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Union WCD Minister Annapurna Devi launched the Guidelines for Co-location of Anganwadi Centres with Schools at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
The 56th GST Council Meeting, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on 3 September 2025, approved sweeping rate rationalisation reforms to benefit the common man, farmers, labour-intensive industries, and the health sector. 🔑 Key Decisions: Financial Impact: Revenue loss of ₹48,000 crore, but deemed fiscally sustainable. Meeting Participation: Attended by Union Ministers,…
On the sidelines of Semicon India 2025 in New Delhi, On 2 September 2025, India unveiled its first fully Made-in-India semiconductor chip, named Vikram-3201, developed by ISRO’s Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL). Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw presented the chip to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, marking a giant step in India’s semiconductor self-reliance journey under the India Semiconductor…
Q. Who is the current Prime Minister of Singapore who visited India in September 2025?a) Lee Hsien Loongb) Lawrence Wongc) Tharman Shanmugaratnamd) Halimah Yacob Q. Where is Tata Electronics building India’s first semiconductor fabrication plant?a) Bengaluru, Karnatakab) Dholera, Gujaratc) Noida, Uttar Pradeshd) Hyderabad, Telangana Q. Who chaired the 56th GST Council Meeting held in New…
The 56th GST Council Meeting began in New Delhi on 3 September 2025, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. The two-day meeting focuses on next-generation GST reforms, including rate rationalisation and compliance simplification. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day speech, emphasized the benefits of GST and announced that the new reforms would…
On 2 September 2025, Tata Electronics Pvt. Ltd. and Merck signed an MoU to advance India’s semiconductor and electronics manufacturing. The collaboration focuses on semiconductor materials, fab infrastructure, and specialty chemical and gas distribution for Tata Electronics’ upcoming ₹91,000 crore (USD 11 billion) fabrication plant in Dholera, Gujarat. Merck will provide high-purity materials, advanced gas/chemical…
Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong paid a three-day official visit to India (September 2–4, 2025), marking his first trip as PM and celebrating 60 years of India–Singapore diplomatic relations. He held talks with PM Narendra Modi, President Droupadi Murmu, and key Indian ministers on strengthening cooperation in digital innovation, fintech, green energy, advanced manufacturing, skill…
On 1 September 2025, TCA Kalyani, a 1991-batch officer of the Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS), assumed charge as the 29th Controller General of Accounts (CGA) in the Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance. She brings over three decades of experience across key ministries including Defence, Telecom, Fertilizers, Finance, Social Justice & Empowerment, Information &…
Q. Where was Semicon India 2025 held from 2–4 September 2025?a) Bengalurub) Gandhinagarc) Greater Noidad) New Delhi (Yashobhoomi) Q. The 21st edition of the India–US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025, from 1–14 September 2025 held at:a) Fort Wainwright, Alaskab) Fort Bragg, North Carolinac) Fort Hood, Texasd) Camp Humphreys, South Korea Q. Who has been…
The 21st edition of the India–US Joint Military Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2025 is being held from 1–14 September 2025 at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. The Indian Army’s Madras Regiment is participating alongside the US 5th Infantry Regiment (Arctic Wolves Brigade, 11th Airborne Division). Over two weeks, both sides will practice heliborne operations, mountain warfare, UAS/Counter-UAS tactics,…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Semicon India 2025 on 2 September at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. The three-day conference (2–4 September) aims to strengthen India’s semiconductor ecosystem, positioning the country as a global hub for chip design, manufacturing, and innovation. Semicon India 2025 has drawn 20,750+ participants, 2,500 delegates from 48+ countries, 150+ speakers (including 50+…
Q. The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Heads of State Council Summit (2025) was held in:A. BeijingB. TianjinC. MoscowD. New Delhi Q. Which Indian organisation won the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Award?A. Pratham FoundationB. Smile FoundationC. Educate Girls (Foundation to Educate Girls Globally)D. Akshaya Patra Foundation