“IMPORTANT DAYS”

World Bamboo Day 2025

World Bamboo Day 2025 will be observed on 18 September across the globe to promote awareness about bamboo as a sustainable and versatile resource. Often called “green gold”, bamboo is vital for rural livelihoods, environmental protection, and innovation in design and industry. India, as one of the largest bamboo producers, plays a significant role in bamboo promotion through initiatives like the National Bamboo Mission. The theme for 2025 is: “Next Generation Bamboo: Solution, Innovation, and Design.”

“SPORTS”

Anandkumar Velkumar Wins India’s First-Ever Gold at Speed Skating World Championships

Anandkumar Velkumar, 22, created history by winning India’s first-ever gold medal at the Speed Skating World Championships in China, clinching the senior men’s 1000m sprint title with a timing of 1:24.924s. His gold came a day after he secured India’s first senior World medal by winning bronze in the 500m sprint (43.072s) at the same championships in Beidaihe, China.

“DEFENCE”

Exercise Siyom Prahar

The Indian Army recently conducted Exercise Siyom Prahar from 8 to 10 September 2025 in Arunachal Pradesh. This major field training exercise focused on validating the use of drone technology in modern tactical operations. Held in realistic battlefield conditions, the exercise marked a key milestone in enhancing operational preparedness by integrating drones across various combat roles.

“NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL NEWS”

Election Commission Revamps EVM Ballot Paper Design

In a major step toward improving the voting experience and ballot clarity, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced a revision in the design of Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) Ballot Papers. The updated guidelines focus on enhanced visibility, uniformity, and readability to benefit voters across India. This change is part of a broader set of 28 initiatives introduced by the Election Commission in the past six months, aimed at streamlining electoral processes and making voting more accessible and user-friendly.

Australia Approves World’s First Chlamydia Vaccine to Protect Endangered Koalas

Australia’s regulator approved the world’s first vaccine to protect koalas from chlamydia, a disease causing infertility and death. The single-dose vaccine was developed by the University of the Sunshine Coast after over a decade of research led by Prof. Peter Timms. Trials showed the vaccine reduced chlamydia symptoms and cut mortality in wild koala populations by at least 65%.

Andhra Pradesh to Build Space City, Defence Hubs

The Andhra Pradesh government has unveiled an ambitious plan to establish a space city in Tirupati and two major defence manufacturing hubs in Madakasira. The combined projects will attract investments worth ₹3,400 crore, positioning the state as a major hub for space technology and defence manufacturing in India.

Space City in Tirupati

The government has partnered with Skyroot Aerospace, a Hyderabad-based private space startup founded by former ISRO scientists, to build the space city.

Himachal Declared Fully Literate with 99.3% Literacy

In a significant milestone for India’s education landscape, Himachal Pradesh has been declared a fully literate state, achieving a remarkable 99.3% literacy rate. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu during Ullas Mela 2025, an event held in Shimla to mark International Literacy Day.