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Stay informed and exam-ready with today’s most important current affairs. Here are the top 10 updates for 8th July 2025, written clearly for educational use:
🔹 1. India Launches National Digital Library for Students
The Ministry of Education launched a National Digital Library platform offering free access to e-books, exam guides, journals, and video lectures for all students.
🔹 2. IMF Raises India’s Growth Forecast to 7.6% for 2025
The International Monetary Fund revised India’s GDP growth forecast to 7.6%, citing strong industrial output and rising domestic demand.
🔹 3. First Hydrogen-Powered Intercity Train Flagged Off in India
India’s first hydrogen-powered train was flagged off between Delhi and Chandigarh, reducing carbon emissions and promoting green rail transport.
🔹 4. CBSE to Implement 4-Semester System for Classes 9-12 from 2026
CBSE announced a semester-based academic calendar to reduce exam pressure and promote continuous assessment from academic year 2026–27.
🔹 5. India’s First Underwater Tunnel Nears Completion in Kolkata
The country’s first underwater metro tunnel beneath the Hooghly River is set to open soon, improving travel between Howrah and Kolkata.
🔹 6. ISRO Successfully Conducts Drop Test for Human Landing Module
ISRO completed a key test for its Gaganyaan mission by successfully dropping and recovering the crew landing module in Odisha.
🔹 7. Government Launches ‘Skill Set India’ App for Rural Youth
A new mobile app named Skill Set India has been launched to help rural youth enroll in job-oriented training and certification courses.
🔹 8. India Wins Gold in Asian Boxing Championship
Indian boxer Amit Panghal won gold in the Men’s 52kg category at the Asian Boxing Championship 2025 held in Bangkok.
🔹 9. Government Approves ₹12,000 Crore for Smart School Infra
Cabinet approved a massive investment plan to modernize 50,000 schools across India with smart classrooms, solar panels, and e-learning labs.
🔹 10. New Species of Medicinal Plant Discovered in Western Ghats
Botanists from Kerala discovered a rare medicinal plant species in the Western Ghats that may help in future cancer treatment research.
These current affairs are ideal for school projects, news analysis, competitive exams (UPSC, SSC, banking), and daily revision.
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