Weekly Indian Current Affairs 25-31 August 2025 | Must Read

Weekly Indian Current Affairs 25-31 August 2025 are extremely important for aspirants preparing for UPSC,
SSC Exams, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSC Exams.
In this post, we present a comprehensive roundup of the most significant national, international, economy, sports, science, and award-related news.
This compilation not only boosts your general awareness but also helps in last-minute revision for competitive exams.

Table of Contents

National Affairs

1. The Union Cabinet cleared the launch of the Digital India Skill Mission 2025, aiming to skill 50 lakh youth in AI, Robotics, and Cybersecurity.
2. Government introduced Ayushman Bharat 2.0, expanding healthcare insurance to gig and platform workers.
3. DRDO successfully tested Agni-Prime ballistic missile from Odisha coast, strengthening India’s strategic deterrence.
4. The Ministry of Education launched a new School Innovation Fund of ₹10,000 crore to promote research in schools.
5. India inaugurated the world’s largest Renewable Energy Storage Facility in Gujarat.

International Affairs

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the BRICS+ Summit 2025 at Cape Town, advocating technology sharing.
2. India signed a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union focusing on textiles and green energy.
3. India and Japan announced a joint lunar research mission in 2027 under ISRO-JAXA cooperation.
4. External Affairs Minister met US Secretary of State to strengthen Indo-Pacific framework.

Economy & Finance

1. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.5%, citing controlled inflation.
2. India’s GDP growth for Q1 2025-26 stood at 7.8%, driven by manufacturing.
3. SEBI released guidelines for AI-driven algorithmic trading to protect investors.
4. The government approved a ₹12,000 crore package for MSME sector to boost employment.
5. Student Loans in India saw a 15% rise in disbursals in FY25 due to increased higher education demand.

Sports Updates

1. India won the Asian Hockey Championship 2025 by defeating South Korea.
2. Neeraj Chopra bagged Gold in Javelin Throw at the Diamond League.
3. Indian Women’s Cricket Team secured a historic T20 series win against Australia.
4. Chess Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa entered the Top 5 FIDE World Rankings.

Awards & Appointments

1. Scientist Dr. Ritu Sharma received the Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award 2025 in Physics.
2. Ajay Singh appointed Chairman of the National Green Tribunal.
3. Actor Mohanlal conferred with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2025.
4. Air Marshal Vivek Menon took over as the new Chief of Air Staff.

Science & Technology

1. ISRO successfully launched INSAT-4I communication satellite, boosting rural broadband.
2. India introduced its first Quantum Computing Cloud Service for institutions.
3. IIT Madras developed a low-cost hydrogen fuel cell car prototype.
4. CSIR scientists discovered a new anti-malarial drug compound.

Important Days (25–31 August 2025)

Date Day Significance
29 August National Sports Day Birth anniversary of Major Dhyan Chand
30 August International Day of the Disappeared Honors missing persons worldwide
31 August Small Industries Day Promotes MSME sector growth

FAQs on Weekly Indian Current Affairs

1. Why are Weekly Indian Current Affairs important for exams?

Weekly current affairs provide concise updates across all sectors, helping aspirants prepare effectively for exams like SSC CGL, UPSC, Banking, and Railways.

2. How should I prepare Weekly Current Affairs for SSC & UPSC?

Make short notes from blogs like ours, revise every weekend, and solve monthly quizzes. Follow sources like PIB and RBI for authenticity.

3. Where can I find monthly compilations of Current Affairs?

You can check our Current Affairs section for weekly and monthly PDFs covering all important news.

Conclusion

The Weekly Indian Current Affairs 25-31 August 2025 covered critical updates from national, international, economy, sports, and science fields. Aspirants must revise these events for accuracy in competitive exams. For deeper resources, visit our dedicated guides on
State PSC and Finance & Student Loans.
Stay tuned for our next week’s compilation to remain exam-ready.