1. National Affairs (India)
PM to inaugurate World Food India 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate World Food India 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on the evening of 25.09.2025.
The four-day event will highlight India’s strengths in food processing, sustainability, and nutritious/organic food production.
Goals: boost international collaboration, attract investment, and showcase innovation in food systems.
Third UP International Trade Show (UP ITS) launched
The UPITS in Greater Noida begins on 25.09.2025 (running until 29 Sept).
Russia is the partner country.
Highlights include: over 2,500 exhibitors, 500 foreign buyers, an AI demonstration pavilion, and the One District One Product (ODOP) Pavilion.
New Amrit Bharat Weekly Train via Nagpur
A new weekly Amrit Bharat Express (Train No. 09022) will run between Brahmapur (Odisha) and Udhna (Surat), with a stop at Nagpur.
It comprises 22 LHB coaches (sleepers, general, pantry, SLR).
Scheduled launch by Prime Minister in the coming days.
Judicial Appointment: Patna High Court
A new Chief Justice has been appointed for Patna High Court.
(From a GK quiz source: Justice P. B. Bajanthri got the appointment.)
PM Mementos e-Auction invitation
PM Narendra Modi has invited citizens to participate in the PM Mementos e-Auction 2025.
The scheme allows people to bid for memorabilia related to the PM, with proceeds often going to public causes.
Kolkata cloudburst aftermath
On 23 September, Kolkata experienced an extreme cloudburst leading to flash flooding.
Reported casualties: 11 lives lost, 30+ injured, 2 missing.
The rains severely disrupted city life, impacted Durga Puja pandals, and forced suspension of activities in major institutions.
Educational & Institutional Updates
IIT Delhi celebrates the 5th anniversary of its I-Hub foundation for Cobotics.
The Election Commission will conduct biennial Rajya Sabha elections in J&K and a by-poll in Punjab.
Board meetings and party events: BJP criticises Congress for holding a meeting in Patna after 85 years.
2. International & Diplomatic Affairs
EAM meets EU counterparts after Trump’s remarks
After critical remarks by US President Trump at the UNGA, India’s External Affairs Minister engaged with European counterparts to reinforce India’s diplomatic posture.
UN General Assembly – NCDs & mental health meet
On 25 September, UN hosts a High-Level Meeting on the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Diseases (NCDs) and Promotion of Mental Health.
The session is part of the UN High-Level Week in New York.
Global Tourism Summit in Rome
WTTC’s 25th Global Summit will be held from 28 to 30 September 2025 in Rome, Italy.
Discussions will pivot on sustainable tourism and global mobility challenges.
Universal Access to Information (International Day)
Though officially observed on 28 September, the dialogue around access to information in the digital ageis already rising.
It underscores the importance of transparency, right to information acts, and open data in governance.
UCI Road World Championships in Kigali
The cycling world championships (98th edition) run 21–28 September in Rwanda — first time on the African continent.
On 25 September, the under-23 women’s road race (119.3 km) is scheduled.
3. Sports & Events
2025 Ryder Cup (Golf)
The 45th Ryder Cup will be held from 26 to 28 September at Bethpage Black, New York.
Pairings and match formats for the sessions will be announced on 25 September.
FanCode secures exclusive broadcast rights in India.
CS Nepela Memorial — Figure Skating
2025 CS Nepela Memorial begins on 25 September in Bratislava, Slovakia.
Events across men’s singles, women’s singles, and ice dance — part of the ISU Challenger Series.
British Open Snooker 2025
From 22 to 28 September in Cheltenham, England.
Notable: Ronnie O’Sullivan withdrew.
The British Open is a ranking snooker event with a prize pool of £502,000.
4. Economy, Banking & Finance
India’s solar manufacturing capacity projections
India aims to ramp up domestic solar module manufacturing to 200 GW and cell capacity to 100 GW by 2027–28.
This aligns with national goals for energy security and clean energy transition.
Rupee & stock markets
On 25 September, rupee slid ~44 paise to 88.75 against USD.
Sensex and Nifty trade in red; Sensex dropped around 344 points.
Energy trade & US engagement
India expects to increase energy trade with the United States.
Bilateral dialogues include dialogue on LNG, renewable energy investment, and supply chain resilience.
Shipbuilding & maritime ecosystem boost
Government approves a comprehensive package worth nearly ₹70,000 crore aimed at revitalizing India’s shipbuilding and maritime sector.
Objectives: increase domestic ship construction, maritime exports, port capabilities, and allied industries.
Sri Lanka: central bank & regional cooperation
Sri Lanka Central Bank maintains policy repo rate at 7.75%.
Discussions at the Galle Dialogue (Indian Ocean summit) emphasize collective action on maritime security, climate, and trade in the region.
5. Static GK & Thematic Observations
Important observances on 25 September
World Pharmacist Day
International Ataxia Day
World Dream Day
The date also often lies near Rosh Hashanah in the Jewish calendar (varies annually).
Themes for Competitive Exams
Food processing and agri-innovation (in line with World Food India)
Maritime & shipbuilding policy (₹70,000 cr push)
Renewable energy targets & solar manufacturing
Diplomacy under stress (India-US, UNGA dynamics)
Sports diplomacy & broadcasting rights (Ryder Cup via FanCode)
Quiz Pointers
Chief Justice appointment (Patna HC)
PM Mementos e-Auction scheme
New train service (Amrit Bharat Express) via Nagpur
Leader or partner countries in UP ITS
Dates and locations of major global events (WTTC Rome, UCI Kigali, Ryder Cup)
