Stay updated with the latest current affairs for 01 August
2025. Perfect for students, competitive exams, and daily general knowledge
updates.
1. India Launches
National AI Teacher Assistant for Schools
The Ministry of Education has unveiled AI-powered digital
teacher assistants to support students in government schools across
the country.
2. First
Hydrogen-Powered Train Begins Trial Run in Himachal Pradesh
Indian Railways successfully started trial runs of
India’s first hydrogen train between Kalka and Shimla, promoting green
transportation.
3. NITI Aayog Releases
Report on Smart Farming in India
The latest report from NITI Aayog promotes drone-based
agriculture, AI-driven crop health monitoring, and smart irrigation
practices across rural regions.
4. Chandrayaan-4 Set to
Launch in October 2025
ISRO announced the October launch window for Chandrayaan-4,
focused on sample return missions from the Moon’s south pole.
5. UNESCO Lists
Varanasi as World Heritage City
Varanasi has been officially recognized as a World
Heritage Site for its cultural, spiritual, and architectural significance
by UNESCO.
6. India’s GDP Growth
Forecast Raised to 7.5% by ADB
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) revised India’s
growth projection for FY 2025-26 from 7.0% to 7.5%, citing robust
domestic demand.
7. NCERT To Introduce
Financial Literacy in Class 9 Curriculum
Starting 2026, NCERT will add financial literacy
covering banking, saving, digital payments, and tax basics for Class 9
students.
8. India Wins 10 Medals
at World Athletics U20 Championship
Indian athletes brought home 10 medals, including 4
golds, at the World U20 Athletics Championship held in Poland.
9. Government Approves
‘Startup India 2.0’ Scheme
The Cabinet approved Startup India 2.0, focusing on Tier-2
and Tier-3 cities, offering easier funding and global mentorship programs.
10. Google Opens First
AI Research Hub in Bengaluru
Google inaugurated its first AI research center in India,
located in Bengaluru, to collaborate with local universities and
startups.