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Stay updated with the most important national and international news highlights of 20 August 2025, perfect for students, educators, and competitive exams.
1. India Launches First
Space-Based Solar Power Mission
ISRO successfully launched a solar power satellite,
marking a breakthrough in renewable energy from space.
2. RBI Keeps Repo Rate
Unchanged at 6.50%
The Reserve Bank of India maintained the repo rate to control
inflation while supporting economic growth.
3. India Wins Two Gold
Medals at Youth Olympics 2025
Indian athletes bagged two gold medals in athletics and
wrestling, boosting India’s global sports standing.
4. UN Climate Summit
2025 Begins in Paris
Global leaders gathered in Paris to discuss urgent
climate action and commitments for carbon neutrality by 2050.
5. Supreme Court Clears
AI-Based Evidence in Trials
The apex court allowed AI-generated evidence under
strict guidelines, modernizing India’s justice system.
6. India Signs Defence
Pact with France
India and France signed a new defence cooperation deal
focusing on technology transfer and joint military exercises.
7. National Education
Policy Review Report Released
The Education Ministry released a comprehensive NEP
review, emphasizing skill-based courses and digital learning expansion.
8. Sensex Hits Record
High at 85,000 Points
The Indian stock market touched a new all-time high,
showing strong investor confidence.
9. WHO Approves New
Malaria Vaccine
The World Health Organization approved a highly effective
malaria vaccine, a breakthrough for global health.
10. Chandrayaan-4
Successfully Tests Lunar Habitat Module
ISRO tested a lunar habitat module, moving closer to
establishing human presence on the Moon.
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