Stay updated with the latest national and international current affairs of 24 August 2025, specially curated for students, educators, and aspirants.


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1. India Hosts Global Renewable Energy Summit 2025

New Delhi hosted the Global Renewable Energy Summit, with leaders from 50 nations discussing clean energy transition.


 2. Chandrayaan-4 Mission Achieves Critical Orbit Maneuver

ISRO confirmed Chandrayaan-4 successfully entered lunar orbit, moving closer to its soft-landing target on the moon’s south pole.


 3. Supreme Court Allows Online Voting for NRIs

The Supreme Court approved online voting rights for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), ensuring wider participation in Indian elections.


 4. India’s GDP Growth Projected at 7.6%

The Reserve Bank of India revised the GDP growth forecast to 7.6% for FY 2025-26, driven by exports.


 5. UN Declares 2026 as ‘Year of Ocean Conservation’

The United Nations declared 2026 dedicated to marine biodiversity protection, focusing on sustainable oceans and climate balance.


 6. India Secures Gold in Asian Games Wrestling

Indian wrestler Ravi Dahiya won gold at the Asian Games 2025, adding to India’s strong medal tally.


 7. AI-Based Healthcare Platform Launched in India

The Government launched an AI-driven telemedicine platform to provide faster diagnosis and rural healthcare access.


 8. G20 Ministers Agree on Global Taxation Rules

G20 nations finalized uniform taxation rules for multinational companies to prevent tax evasion and ensure global financial stability.


 9. Delhi Declares ‘Zero Plastic City’ Policy

Delhi became the first Indian metro city to ban all single-use plastics under its new eco-policy.


 10. Stock Markets Hit Record Highs

The BSE Sensex crossed 85,000 points for the first time, reflecting strong investor confidence and global inflows.