NATIONAL NEWS UPDATES
Bharat Bandh on July 9, 2025
Nationwide strike called by 10 central trade unions and farmer organizations to protest against government policies described as anti-worker and pro-corporate
Over 25 crore workers from banking, insurance, postal, coal mining, construction, and state transport sectors expected to participate
Major disruptions anticipated in banking services, postal operations, coal mining, state transport, and public sector undertakings
Participating unions include INTUC, AITUC, CITU, SEWA, HMS, TUCC, AICCTU, LPF, UTUC, and 10 other major trade unions
17-point demand charter submitted to Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya includes concerns about labour policies, unemployment, and inflation
States most affected include West Bengal, Kerala, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry with complete shutdown expected
Educational institutions likely to remain open as no official holiday declared
Banking services may face disruptions despite banks officially remaining open
Prime Minister’s Diplomatic Engagements
PM Modi’s historic visit to Namibia on July 9, 2025, marking first visit by Indian PM in nearly 30 years
Strengthening bilateral ties with focus on trade, investment, and strategic partnerships
India to reshape BRICS when it assumes presidency in 2026, announced during BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro
Five-nation tour by PM Modi covering Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia
Government Appointments and Administrative Changes
Supreme Court to hear Bihar voter verification case on July 10, 2025
NCERT and Canva partnership launched free online certificate courses for Indian teachers to enhance digital skills
IIT Delhi collaboration with TeamLease to start online AI course for healthcare professionals
Tamil Nadu becomes first state to adopt tuberculosis death prediction model
Financial and Economic Developments
India’s Bank GNPAs fall to multi-decade low of 2.3 percent as per RBI data
Bank lending to industry slows to 4.9 percent amid broader economic caution
UPI transactions see minor dip in June 2025 but show strong yearly growth
RBI Financial Stability Report released in June 2025 highlighting banking sector health
Bank liquidity surplus crosses 4 trillion rupees marking significant financial milestone
INTERNATIONAL NEWS UPDATES
United States Political Developments
President Trump announces 50 percent tariff on copper imports with sector-based duties on pharmaceuticals and semiconductors
Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize citing peace efforts in West Asia during White House dinner
US extends suspension of certain tariffs until August 1, providing relief to Indian exporters
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent scheduled to visit Japan for World Expo in Osaka next week
Global Political and Security Updates
China expands visa-free policy allowing citizens from 74 countries to visit for up to 30 days without visa
Japan opens new Osprey base on Kyushu to strengthen defenses against China’s military presence
Japan and Canada sign intelligence-sharing pact to boost defense cooperation in Indo-Pacific region
Russia becomes first country to formally recognize Taliban government in Afghanistan
Ukraine calls for chemical weapons investigation following recent military developments
International Relations and Diplomacy
Japanese Emperor Naruhito expresses hope for global cooperation on water issues at UN meeting
Japan regrets Trump’s tariff decision but pledges to reach mutually beneficial deal by August 1
MERCOSUR and EFTA sign free trade agreement creating zone of nearly 300 million people
Taiwan conducts military drills amid regional security concerns
Global Economic and Trade Developments
US airport security changes implemented affecting international travel protocols
Singapore National Day events scheduled with international participation
Malaysia receives diplomatic visit from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio
European Union negotiations continue on various trade and economic agreements
SPORTS NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Cricket Updates
Wimbledon 2025 quarterfinals feature Novak Djokovic, Ben Shelton, Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek, and 18-year-old Mirra Andreeva
Washington Sundar shines in India’s historic win at Edgbaston with crucial wicket of Ben Stokes
Vaibhav Suryavanshi hits fastest Youth ODI century with 143 off 78 balls as India U-19 seals series 3-1 against England
Neeraj Chopra wins inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025 in Bengaluru with javelin throw of 86.18 meters
Sanjog Gupta appointed as new Chief Executive Officer of International Cricket Council succeeding Geoff Allardice
Football and Other Sports
Angel Di Maria officially joins Rosario Central, his hometown club in Argentina
All Blacks hurt by loss of skipper Scott Barrett for rest of French series but confident in squad depth
Tanah Boyd makes Warriors debut replacing injured Luke Metcalfe in NRL game against Wests Tigers
Royal Challengers Bengaluru fast bowler Yash Dayal faces FIR in Ghaziabad over allegations of sexual exploitation
BANKING AND ECONOMY UPDATES
Banking Sector Developments
RBI auctions Government Bonds worth 25,000 crore rupees
Indian Bank and PNB remove minimum balance charges for account holders
Mashreq becomes first UAE bank to enter GIFT City expanding international banking presence
SBI helps add 44 billion dollars to world economy through various initiatives
RBI mandates banks to use new fraud detection system for enhanced security
Slice launches India’s first UPI-powered bank branch in Bengaluru
Financial Market Updates
Stock markets remain open on July 9, 2025, despite Bharat Bandh
Nifty 50 expected to face crucial zone at 25,500 level in upcoming sessions
Banking services may face disruptions but officially operational during strike
Major credit card rule changes effective from July 2025 impact consumers
UPI on track to surpass Visa in daily transactions milestone
Economic Policy and Regulatory Changes
CBDT raises Cost Inflation Index to 376 for Financial Year 2026
RBI bans prepayment penalty on floating rate loans for MSEs from 2026
Major disruptions expected in banking, postal, coal mining, and state transport services
SEBI bars US-based trading firm Jane Street and affiliates from Indian securities markets
Karnataka Bank MD and Executive Director resign from positions
Business and Corporate News
Pfizer, Mphasis and five other companies go ex-dividend with significant payouts
Capgemini acquires Indian outsourcing firm WNS for 3.3 billion dollars
Adani Power acquires Vidarbha Industries Power Ltd expanding capacity to 30,670 MW by 2030
Mamaearth’s Ghazal Alagh states people leave managers not companies highlighting leadership importance
Aditya Mangla named CEO of Zomato’s food delivery unit
TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION
Samsung Product Launches
Samsung Unpacked 2025 event on July 9 in Brooklyn, New York
Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 expected to be main highlights with ultra-thin design
Galaxy Watch 8 series including Classic and Ultra variants anticipated
200-megapixel main camera expected in Fold 7 with reduced crease display
Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 chip likely to power new foldable devices
Global Technology Trends
Amazon Prime Day 2025 breaks records with forecasted 23.8 billion dollars in US online sales
Apple products see historic discounts including iPhone 16e, iPad, AirPods, and MacBook Air
NVIDIA approaches 4 trillion dollar market cap amid AI hardware leadership
Earth spinning faster makes July 9 shortest day ever recorded in history
Interstellar object confirmed transiting Solar System on hyperbolic trajectory
ENVIRONMENT AND CLIMATE
Climate Change Updates
Central Texas floods kill at least 51 people including 15 children with 27 more missing
European heatwaves claim lives in Spain, Italy, and France with record temperatures
Glacier retreat could lead to volcanic eruptions worldwide including Antarctica
Historic 2023-2025 droughts devastate crops and trade routes across globe
Arctic heatwave shatters records in Greenland and Iceland potentially affecting monsoons
Environmental Policies
Norway announces new NDC amid expanding fossil fuel production
India’s forest cover at 25.17 percent due to large-scale plantation works
UN report finds droughts and global heating drove mass wildlife deaths in Africa and Amazon
Ganga basin records lowest snow persistence in 23 years
New plastic recycling method developed for complex, multi-layered waste
AWARDS AND HONORS
Recent Award Recipients
Kumar Mangalam Birla receives USISPF Global Leadership Award
David Beckham honored with Knighthood Award
Javed Akhtar receives Dostoevsky Star Award
Prime Minister Narendra Modi awarded Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III
Leena Nair receives Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Literary and Cultural Awards
Sahitya Akademi Awards announced for various Indian languages
Bal Sahitya Puraskar 2025 winners across multiple categories
National e-Governance Awards recognize digital innovation in government
Grammy Awards see Indian representation in various categories
Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Reporting goes to Washington Post
IMPORTANT DATES AND OBSERVANCES
July 9, 2025 Special Observances
National Sugar Cookie Day celebrated worldwide
Nunavut Day observed in Canada
Fashion Day promoted globally
National Dimples Day recognized internationally
Upcoming Important Dates
World Population Day – July 11, 2025
National Simplicity Day – July 12, 2025
World Youth Skills Day – July 15, 2025
Nelson Mandela International Day – July 18, 2025
International Chess Day – July 20, 2025
BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS
New Book Releases July 9, 2025
“The Watchman” by Adrian Magson – First book in “The Lone Mercenary” series
“Accidentally Sliding Into A Second Chance” by Abby Greyson – Fourth book in “Accidentally In Sports” series
“Changing Rules” by Anastasija White – Second book in “Rules Duet” series
Over 30 new books released across various genres including thrillers and romance
Notable Publications
“The Woman in Suite 11” by Ruth Ware – Follow-up to bestselling “The Woman in Cabin 10”
Multiple sports romance novels featuring baseball and football themes
International thriller series launches with action-packed narratives
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