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18 Sep 2025

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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

P&G Health Appoints Shashank Srowthy as CFO

  • Procter & Gamble Health appointed Shashank Srowthy as the company's chief financial officer, effective October 1.
  • Srowthy will take over from Lokesh Chandak, who is moving to a new assignment as senior director – finance and accounting, feminine care, P&G Asia, Middle East and Africa.
  • He has over 14 years of experience in finance roles at P&G. Srowthy joined the company in 2011 in India and has since worked across multiple roles and geographies, delivering results for several P&G businesses in India, Dubai, and Singapore. He is currently director – finance, haircare, P&G Asia, Middle East and Africa.

BSNL Partners with Department of Posts to Boost Telecom Access in Remote Areas

  • Department of Posts and the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) signed an MoU in New Delhi to expand the mobile connectivity of BSNL across the country.
  • The MoU signed in September 2025, aimed to bridge the digital divide, empower rural households with mobile services, and advance the broader goals of Digital India for financial inclusion and socio-economic development.
  • The agreement will make BSNL's telecom services more accessible and affordable, particularly for citizens in the remotest parts of the country. Under this, the Department of Posts will leverage its postal network of over one lakh 65 thousand Post Offices for the sale of BSNL SIM cards in the country.
  • The Department of Posts will serve as a powerful last-mile channel for the BSNL network to enhance its presence in both urban and rural geographies. 
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

India to Host 89th IEC General Meeting in 2025

  • India hosted the 89th General Meeting (GM) of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) in September 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
  • Organised by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the summit brought together over 2,000 global experts from more than 100 countries to deliberate on international electrotechnical standards that drive a sustainable, all-electric, and connected future.
  • This was the fourth time India hosted the IEC General Meeting, after the editions held in 1960, 1997, and 2013.
  • The event was formally inaugurated by Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs and New & Renewable Energy. Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, opened the IEC GM Exhibition at Bharat Mandapam, which was expected to be the largest electrotechnical showcase in the country.

Sentient AI Launches Open AGI Network

  • In a landmark development for global artificial intelligence, AI startup Sentient launched its open-source Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) network, providing access to 2 million waitlisted users.
  • This launch, announced in September 2025, positions India at the forefront of open AI innovation and sets the stage for direct competition with global giants like OpenAI and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
  • Sentient's platform allows over 40 AI agents and models, integrated with more than 50 data sources, to collaborate in real time.
  • This means AI can now perform multi-step, high-level tasks—ranging from market analysis to news briefings—without relying on siloed systems.
  • The AGI network is also integrated across multiple blockchains, with agents accessible via Sentient Chat, a consumer interface.
  • The open-source nature allows global developers to contribute and monetize their AI models via a token-based reward system.

IIT-Madras and Indus Towers Join Hands for Research on Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymers

  • The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) and Indus Towers, an international telecom tower company, announced a partnership to initiate research on glass fibre reinforced polymers as a replacement for conventional steel structures.
  • The partnership aims to develop lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and high performance alternatives to the existing materials. The polymer holds promise for the infrastructure industry due to its superior strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, low maintenance, adaptability in design and ease of transportation and installation.
  • The IIT-Madras will lead investigations into mechanical performance, durability, and lifecycle sustainability of the material, a press release stated.
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SPORTS

Spinner Varun Chakaravarthy Becomes World No.1 Bowler in T20I

  • Spinner Varun Chakaravarthy became the World No one bowler in the ICC T20 international rankings.
  • The 34-year-old became the third Indian bowler to achieve this feat, after Jasprit Bumrah and Ravi Bishnoi. India's Axar Patel and Kuldeep Yadav have also moved up the rankings.
  • Patel is now at the 12th spot while the Kuldeep Yadav is now at the 16th spot, rising seven spots from his 23rd slot.
  • Chakaravarthy shown his class with a string of strong performances that has helped him overtake New Zealand pacer Jacob Duffy at the top of the T20I bowling rankings.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

India Rises to 38th in Global Innovation Index 2025

  • India shown a notable improvement in innovation performance, moving up to 38th place in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025, as published by the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO). This ranking places India ahead of its 2020 position of 48, and importantly, #1 among lower-middle-income economies and in the Central and Southern Asia region.
  • This steady rise demonstrates India's growing focus on research, innovation ecosystems, and technology-driven growth. For competitive exam aspirants, this topic is crucial under international reports, India's global performance, science and tech, and economic development.

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) 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 was 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. 

India & FAO Join Hands to Build World-Class Blue Ports

  • The Department of Fisheries (DoF), under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD)  signed a Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP) agreement with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations to strengthen Blue Port infrastructure in India.
  • In line with this, the Department of Fisheries organised the first webinar in September 2025, under the FAO's TCP programme as part of a series of three webinars and physical workshops to build capacity and share global best practices.
  • Dr. Abhilaksh Likhi, Secretary, DoF addressed the webinar on the topic of "Foundations of a Blue Port: Generating Value in Fishing Ports".
  • The webinar also witnessed participation from Mr. Takayuki Hagiwara, FAO Representative in India.
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DEFENCE

Indian Defence Service of Engineers Celebrates 76th Raising Day

  • The Indian Defence Service of Engineers (IDSE), an organised Group 'A' cadre under the Ministry of Defence (MoD), celebrated its 76th Raising Day in September 2025 at Manekshaw Centre, Delhi Cantt.
  • Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh was the Chief Guest at the event. In his address, he commended the IDSE cadre officers for their role in strengthening national defence preparedness through world-class infrastructure.
  • He urged them to stay ready to deal with emerging challenges in view of the evolving security scenario, emphasising the need to embrace new technologies in line with changing times.
  • The Defence Secretary's address was followed by a cultural event and dance performances by artists from the Indian Council of Cultural Relations. Senior civilian and military officials from MoD and Army HQs attended the event.
  • The IDSE was formally established on September 17, 1949, marking a historic milestone in India's defence engineering landscape.
  • The officers of this cadre, posted at military stations across the country, are responsible for the construction and maintenance of defence infrastructure ranging from married accommodations, technical and administrative buildings to airfields, hangars, naval jetties, hospitals and specialised facilities for the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and DRDO.
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DAYS AND EVENTS

World Bamboo Day 2025

  • World Bamboo Day is observed every year 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.
  • World Bamboo Day was first celebrated in 2009, during the 8th World Bamboo Congress in Bangkok. The World Bamboo Organization initiated this observance to showcase bamboo's cultural, economic, and ecological importance.
  • Since then, the day was marked by plantation drives, cultural events, and policy discussions to elevate bamboo's profile in climate action and economic development.
  • The theme for 2025 was "Next Generation Bamboo: Solution, Innovation, and Design."
  • This theme emphasises Bamboo's modern utility in solving climate and development challenges.
  • The theme encourages cross-sector collaboration to position bamboo as a future-ready material for housing, packaging, furniture, and climate-resilient solutions.
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AWARDS AND HONOURS

Bureau of Energy Efficiency Introduces NECA 2025 Awards for Content Creators and Influencers

  • Bureau of Energy Efficiency announced the introduction of a new category under National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA) 2025 called National Energy Conservation Awards for Content Creators and Influencers.
  • Ministry of Power said in a statement that this initiative seeks to harness the power of digital media in spreading awareness on energy efficiency, conservation, and sustainable living practices.
  • It aims to engage content creators and influencers in promoting energy-efficient behavior and encouraging citizens to adopt simple, actionable measures in their daily lives.
  • The National Energy Conservation Awards were instituted in 1991. The awards evolved into one of the most prestigious platforms for recognizing excellence in energy conservation across industries, establishments, buildings, and institutions.
  • Over the past three decades, NECA has played a pivotal role in inspiring organizations to adopt best practices in energy efficiency and significantly contributed to India's sustainable development goals.
  • NECA has expanded its ambit to the digital community for the first time with the launch of the Content Creators and Influencers category.
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GOVERNMENT POLICIES AND SCHEMES

MNRE Launches India's first National Geothermal Energy Policy

  • The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy launched the National Policy on Geothermal Energy in 2025.
  • Briefing the media on the Policy that afternoon, Secretary, New and Renewable Energy Ministry Santosh Sarangi said the idea behind this policy was to bring together all stakeholders. He said there is huge potential for using thermal energy for cooling.
  • The Policy will encourage research, inter ministerial collaboration, and adoption of global best practices for geothermal energy development.
  • The regulatory and stewardship responsibilities for geothermal energy shall be with the Ministry. 
  • Ten geothermal provinces were identified in India. These included Himalayas, Cambay Basin, Aravalli, Mahanadi basin and Godavari Basin. The estimated potential for geothermal energy in India is about 10 Gigawatt.
  • The National Policy on Geothermal Energy targets integration of geothermal energy with India's Net Zero emissions by 2070 and renewable energy goals.
  • There is scope for diverse applications, including electricity generation and space heating and cooling, agriculture, tourism and desalination.
  • The Policy encourages research and development of advanced systems such as hybrid geothermal solar plants, and retrofitting abandoned oil wells.
  • It lays emphasis on local innovation, joint ventures, and repurposing oil and gas infrastructure.
  • It aims to build a robust public-private ecosystem for long term development of Geothermal Sector.
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TOURISM AND HOTEL INDUSTRY AWARENESS

Tamil Nadu inks MoU with France's Centre-Val de Loire

  • The Tamil Nadu government signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with France's Centre-Val de Loire at the Secretariat Chennai in September 2025 for cultural exchange and efforts to boost tourism.
  • The MoU was signed in the presence of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and France's Consul General in Puducherry and Chennai Etienne Rolland-Piegue.
  • The understanding was aimed at facilitating the easy exchange, travel and associations of artists, cultural organisations and establishments between Tamil Nadu and Centre-Val de Loire.
  • Exchanging experiences and best practices in the tourism sector and public policy, conservation of traditional knowledge, practices in archaeology, and maintaining museums would be among the common areas of interest.
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