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🔹 1. India Hosts BIMSTEC Environment Summit in New Delhi

India is hosting the BIMSTEC Environment Summit 2025 to discuss climate change, clean energy, and regional disaster management cooperation.


🔹 2. CBSE Announces Skill-Based Modules for Class 8

CBSE will introduce skill-based subjects like robotics and AI fundamentals in Class 8 from 2026 to improve 21st-century skills.


🔹 3. India’s Retail Inflation Falls to 4.5% in July

The Ministry of Finance reported retail inflation fell to 4.5% in July 2025, mainly due to lower food prices.


🔹 4. ISRO’s Aditya-L1 Transmits New Solar Data

The Aditya-L1 solar mission has sent its latest high-resolution images of solar flares, helping scientists better predict space weather.


🔹 5. India and Sri Lanka Start Coastal Security Operation

India and Sri Lanka have begun a joint coastal security exercise to counter illegal trafficking and protect marine resources.


🔹 6. NTA Extends JEE Main 2025 Registration Deadline

The National Testing Agency (NTA) extended the registration deadline for JEE Main 2025 till 10 August due to student requests.


🔹 7. IIT Bombay Develops Affordable Water Purifier Technology

IIT Bombay scientists have created a low-cost water purification system using nanotechnology to provide clean water in rural villages.


🔹 8. Indian Hockey Captain Appointed UN Sports Ambassador

Indian hockey captain Manpreet Singh has been appointed as a UN Sports for Peace Ambassador, promoting youth sports globally.


🔹 9. Government Plans National E-Waste Recycling Policy

The environment ministry is drafting a national e-waste recycling framework to encourage circular economy and safe disposal of electronics.


🔹 10. NASA’s Europa Probe Spots Possible Water Plumes

NASA’s Europa Clipper mission has captured images of possible water plumes on Jupiter’s moon Europa, strengthening hopes for alien life.