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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Inaugurated ABSS 2025 in New Delhi to Commemorate 5 Years of NEP 2020In July 2025, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Ministry of Education(MoE) inaugurated Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam (ABSS)2025 in New Delhi, Delhi, to commemorate 5 years of National Education Policy (NEP 2020).

• He also launched educational projects worth over Rs.4,000 crore, encompassing new initiatives by the Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSEL) and the Department of Higher Education (DoHE) under the MoE, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) -enabled learning applications, campus inaugurations, and more.

Key Initiatives led by DoSEL:
KVS Projects: During the event, a total of 22 Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS) projects have been earmarked for dedication to the nation.
CBSE: A newly constructed Regional Office building of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) was inaugurated in Digha, Patna, Bihar.
TARA App: This web portal is designed to enable data-driven decision-making in education governance by providing robust platform for examining and improving reading fluency among students in Class III-VIII.
My Career Advisor App:It is a comprehensive, student-centric digital platform, designed to empower students with informed career decision-making.
Swachh Evam Harit Vidyalaya Rating (SHVR)-2025-26: It features a 5-star rating system assessing 60 indicators across 6 different categories namely, water, toilets, handwashing with soap, operation & maintenance, behavior change & capacity building, and the new Mission LiFE Activities.
Key Initiatives led by DoHE:
Web-based Local Language Proficiency Test Portal : It is developed by: National Testing Service-India (NTS-I) to administer online tests assessing  Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing (LSRW) skills
AI Apprenticeships under National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) to enhance students’ knowledge and skills in AI.
ViBe: Engage. Enjoy. Enlighten: It is an AI-powered continuous active learning platform.
Bhasha Sagar:The app enables users to learn any Indian language.
LoIs: During the event, Letters of Intent (LoIs) to 4 foreign universities: Western Sydney University (WSU),Australia; Victoria University (VU), Australia; La Trobe University, Australia and University of Bristol, UK.
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Indian Railways Commissions Kavach 4.0 on Mathura–Kota Section of Delhi–Mumbai CorridorOn 30th July 2025, Indian Railways (IR), under the Ministry of Railways (MoR), commissioned the indigenously developed Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system Kavach 4.0 on the Mathura–Kota section of the high-density Delhi–Mumbai rail corridor, marking a significant advancement in the modernization of railway safety infrastructure.
About Kavach 4.0:
Advanced Version: Kavach 4.0 received formal approval from the Research Designs & Standards Organisation (RDSO) in July 2024 after thorough evaluation.

• An upgraded version, Kavach 4.0, was approved in May 2025 and is designed for operations at speeds up to 160 kilometers per hour (kmph).

Strategic Deployment: The Mathura–Kota section, part of a high-traffic route for both passenger and freight trains, was strategically selected for the commissioning of Kavach 4.0 to enhance safety and operational efficiency.
National Rollout Plan: IR plans to implement Kavach 4.0 across its entire network within the next 6 years, strengthening rail safety infrastructure.
Workforce Training: Over 30,000 personnel have been trained on Kavach 4.0, ensuring effective implementation and system handling at scale.
Academic Integration: The Indian Railway Institute of Signal Engineering and Telecommunications (IRISET) has signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with 17 All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)-approved institutions to incorporate Kavach into engineering curricula for future technical readiness.
About Research Designs & Standards Organisation (RDSO):
Director General (DG) – Uday Borwanker
Headquarters – Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (UP)
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India & UAE sign agreement to strengthen defence ties at 13th JDCC meetIn July 2025, India and the United Arab Emirates(UAE) reaffirmed their commitment to improve bilateral defence co-operation during the 13th Joint Defence Cooperation Committee(JDCC) meeting held at the Secretary level for the first time, in New Delhi.

• They signed bilateral defence agreements on joint military exercises, maritime security, joint manufacturing and technological development.
• The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the UAE National Guard signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) for cooperation in maritime security operations.

Exam Hints:

• Topic: India & UAE sign agreement to strengthen defence ties
• Event: 13th JDCC meeting at New Delhi, India.
• Signatories: Indian Coast Guard and UAE National Guard
• Objective: For cooperation in maritime security operations.
• Manufacturing initiative: similar joint collaboration between ICOMM (India) and CARACAL(UAE) for small arms production.

Background: The meeting was co-chaired by Rajesh Kumar Singh, Defence Secretary and Lieutenant General (Lt Gen) Ibrahim Nasser M. Al Alawi, Under Secretary of Defence(UAE), who is leading a high-level defence delegation on a two-day visit to India.

• Later, they are set to participate in the 2nd India – UAE Defence Industry Partnership forum and meet Sanjay Seth, Minister of State for Defence(India).

Key Highlights:
Maritime Agreements: The Indian Coast Guard(ICG) and the UAE National Guard signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) for cooperation in Maritime Law Enforcement (MLE), military exercises, search & rescue operations (M-SAR), anti-piracy operations and marine pollution response (MPR).

• It was signed by the Director General(DG) Paramesh Sivamani(ICG) and Brigadier Staff Khalid Obaid Shamsi, Commander of the Coast Guard Group(UAE).
• It marks the 10th agreement signed by ICG with friendly foreign countries.

Manufacturing Initiatives: Both agreed to a similar joint manufacturing collaboration between ICOMM Tele Limited(India)and CARACAL International LLC(UAE) for small arms production.
Military Initiatives: After the JDCC meeting, both nations conducted 4th Army-Army staff talks, 9th Navy-Navy staff talks and inaugurated 1st Air Force-Air Force staff talks to enhance training and Subject Matter Expert (SME) Exchanges from July 28 to 29, 2025.
Technological initiatives: Co-development of next-generation defence technologies in Artificial Intelligence(AI), shipbuilding, refits, upgrades, and maintenance.
About the United Arab Emirates(UAE):
Capital- Abu Dhabi
Currency- UAE dirham (AED)

Cabinet Approves Rs. 6520 Cr Outlay for PMKSY During 15th FCCOn July 31, 2025, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, approved a total outlay of Rs. 6520 crores, which includes an additional outlay of Rs. 1920 crore for the Central Sector Scheme, Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) announed during the 15th Finance Commission Cycle (FCC) (i.e., 2021-22 to 2025-26).
New Establishments  for Rs. 1920 Crores Under PMKSY:
Irradiation Units and Food Testing Labs: Rs. 1000 crores have been allocated to setting up 50 Multi-Product Food Irradiation Units under the Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure (ICCVAI) scheme.

• • This implementation of these units is expected to create 20 to 30 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of food preservation capacity per annum.
• The amount also supports establishing 100 Food Testing Laboratories (FTLs) under the Food Safety and Quality Assurance Infrastructure (FSQAI) scheme, and the laboratories are accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL).
  • This establishment of FTLs under the private sector will enhance food safety compliance through modern testing infrastructure.

Note: ICCVAI and FSQAI are demand-driven component schemes of PMKSY. Eligible entities can submit proposals in response to Expression of Interests (EOIs) that will be floated, and approvals will be based on scrutiny under the scheme guidelines.
Sanctions on other PMKSY Component schemes: Rs. 920 crores have been allocated for the sanction of projects under other component schemes of PMKSY and will be implemented during the 15th FCC.
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CCEA Approves Four Multi-Tracking Projects Worth Rs 11,169 Crore Across Six StatesOn 31st July 2025, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved four major multi-tracking projects under the Ministry of Railways (MoR) at a total estimated cost of Rs 11,169 crore.

• The infrastructure projects, covering 574 kilometres (km) across 13 districts in 6 states such as Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh (MP), West Bengal (WB), Bihar, Odisha, and Jharkhand, aim to expand the Indian Railways (IR) network and are targeted for completion by Financial Year 2028-29 (FY29).

Exam Hints:

• What?CCEA approved 4 multi-tracking railway projects under MoR
• Where? In 6 states (Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, and Jharkhand)
• Total Route Length: 574 km
• Investment: Rs. 11,169 crore
• Project Timeline: Completion by Financial Year 2028-29 (FY29)
• Purpose: To enhance rail connectivity

Approved Projects Details:

• Itarsi – Nagpur (MP – Maharashtra) 4th Line
• Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar) – Parbhani Doubling (Maharashtra)
• Aluabari Road – New Jalpaiguri (WB) 3rd and 4th Line
• Dangoaposi – Jaroli (Jharkhand – Odisha) 3rd and 4th Line

About Multi-Tracking Projects:
Objective and Benefits: The projects aim to enhance rail connectivity, increase operational efficiency, reduce congestion, and improve the mobility of both passengers and freight.

• These are high-density routes crucial for the movement of commodities such as coal, cement, clinker, gypsum, fly ash, agricultural products, containers, and petroleum products.

Connectivity: Links 2,309 villages with a combined population of 43.60 lakh people, supporting economic growth in rural and semi-urban areas.
Freight Capacity: The projects will add a freight handling capacity of 95.91 Million Tonnes Per Annum (MTPA).
Employment: The construction phase will generate 2.29 crore human-days of direct employment.
Environmental Impact: Reduce oil imports by 16 crore litres and lower carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions by 515 crore kilograms (kg), which is equivalent to planting 20 crore trees.
Implementation Framework: The projects are being implemented under the Prathan Mantri Gati Shakti National Master Plan (PMGS-NMP), to deliver multi-modal logistics infrastructure through coordinated planning.
About Ministry of Railways (MoR):
Union Minister – Ashwini Vaishnaw (Constituency – Odisha, Rajya Sabha)
Minister of State (MoS)– V. Somanna (Constituency – Tumkur, Karnataka) & Ravneet Singh Bittu (Rajya Sabha – Rajasthan)

IEPFA Launches a 100-Day Campaign ‘Saksham Niveshak’ to Claim the Unclaimed Dividends
In July 2025, Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), operating under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MoCA), has launched a nationwide 100-day campaign, “Saksham Niveshak”, from July 28 to November 6, 2025.
Exam Hints:

• What? Saksham Niveshak, a 100-day campaign was launched.
• Who? Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA)
• Ministry: Ministry of Corporate Affairs
• Duration: July 28 to November 6, 2025.
• Why? To empower the shareholders to unclaimed dividends held by companies, update their KYC and Nomination details.

Aim: The campaign is launched with an aim to empower the shareholders by creating awareness about the unclaimed dividends held by companies.
Assistance: The campaign offers structured support to update Know Your Customer (KYC) details, including Permanent Account Number (PAN), Aadhaar, and nomination information, to help investors prevent their investments from being transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF).
Role of Companies: The campaign urges companies to actively engage with their shareholders, assisting them in recovering unclaimed dividends and restoring regular dividend payments by updating crucial records.
About IEPFA: It was established in 2016 under Section 125 of the Companies Act, 2013. It has earlier introduced programmes such as Niveshak Didi, Niveshak Panchayat, and Niveshak Shivir aimed at enhancing financial literacy.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

32nd edition of India–Singapore Naval Exercise SIMBEX Conducted in SingaporeOn July 30, 2025, the Indian Navy (IN) participated in the 32nd edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX-25) conducted in Singapore to strengthen maritime cooperation between India and Singapore.

• The exercise strengthens operational interoperability between the IN and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN).

Exam Hints:

• What? Singapore‑India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX‑25)
• Edition: 32nd
• Host country: Singapore
• Objective: To enhance interoperability, maritime security, and strategic coordination
• Participated INS: INS Satpura, INS Delhi, INS Kiltan, and INS Shakti

About SIMBEX 2025:
Participating Ships:

• IN Contingent: Indian Naval Ship (INS) Satpura, INS Delhi, INS Kiltan, and INS Shakti 
• RSN Contingent: RSN Vigilant, and RSN Supreme

Harbour Phase: The exercise commenced with the Harbour Phase, which includes Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEEs), professional interactions, and operational-level discussions.

• The engagements are designed to share best practices, align doctrines, and conduct familiarization visits on RSN Vigilant and RSN Supreme.

Sea Phase: This phase includes Air defence exercises, Cross-deck helicopter operations, Precision targeting with surface and aerial platforms, Complex maneuvering drills, Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) operations.
About SIMBEX:
Origins: Launched in 1994 as “Exercise Lion King,” SIMBEX is the longest-running bilateral naval exercise for India
Primary Goals:

• Enhance interoperability and maritime domain awareness.
• Combat non-state threats (piracy, smuggling, terrorism).
• Promote a rules-based Indo-Pacific

Policy Alignment: Supports India’s Act East Policy and ‘MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions)
About Singapore:
President – Tharman Shanmugaratnam
Prime Minister (PM) – Lawrence Wong
Capital – Singapore City
Currency – Singapore Dollar (SGD)

BANKING & FINANCE

SEBI Extended Deadline for Implementation of Nomination FrameworkIn July 2025, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has extended the timeline for the implementation of the 2nd and 3rd phases of its new nomination framework in the securities market, originally issued on January 10, 2025 and later, amended on February 28, 2025.

• SEBI announced these new timelines through a circular issued in exercise of powers given under Section 11 (1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Act, 1992 read with Regulation 60A of the SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 and Regulation 29A of the SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996, to safeguard the interests of investors in securities and to promote the development of, and to regulate the securities market.

Exam Hints:

• What? Extension of Implementation Timeline of Nomination Framework
• Announced by: Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
• New Implementation Timeline: August 08, 2025 (Phase-II) and December 15, 2025 (Phase-III)
• Originally Introduced: On January 10, 2025
• Objective: To simplify nomination process for mutual fund folios and demat accounts,

Key Changes:
New Timelines: As per SEBI’s circular, the implementation date for phase-II of the framework, originally scheduled for June 01, 2025, has been extended to August 08, 2025.

• Similarly, the implementation date for phase-III, initially set for September 01, 2025, has been extended to December 15, 2025.

Other Provisions Remain Unchanged: SEBI has clarified that apart from timelines, all other provisions of Phase-I and Phase-II of nomination framework shall continue to remain unchanged.
About Nomination Framework:
Objective: The framework, originally introduced in January 2025, seeks to simplify nomination process for mutual fund folios and demat accounts, further aims to enhance transparency and prevent unclaimed assets.
Key Amendments: As per SEBI’s February 2025 circular, some of the key changes introduced were:

• After the demise of one or more joint account holders, the assets will be transferred to the surviving holder(s) without the need for additional Know Your Customer (KYC) unless it was requested earlier and not provided.
• Investors with single holdings now have the option to opt-out of nomination either online or offline mode.

ECONOMY & BUSINESS

ICAI Signed MoUs with NSE IX & IVCA to Promote Global Investment Education
In July 2025, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), the statutory body regulating the chartered accountancy profession in India, signed  Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with NSE International Financial Services Centres(IFSC) Limited (NSE International Exchange, IX),subsidiary of National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE), and Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association (IVCA).

• The MoUs aim to promote investor education, global investment awareness, and professional development in India’s capital markets.

Exam Hints:

• What? ICAI signed MoU
• Entities Involved: NSE IFSC (NSE IX) & IVCA
• Purpose: Promote investment reporting standards
• Key focus (ICAI-NSE IFSC): Investor awareness, global investment, CA training, programs on derivatives & financial innovation
• Key focus (ICAI-IVCA): Expert groups on alternative capital, standardizing reporting, improving transparency and governance

ICAI–NSE IFSC MoU:
Focus Area: The MoU with Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City)-based NSE IFSC, focuses on collaboration in investor awareness, international investment, and capacity building for chartered accountants in the capital market domain.
Educational Programmes: Both entities will undertake co-branded educational programmes covering global investing, derivative instruments, and financial innovation to strengthen professional competence in emerging financial sectors.
ICAI–IVCA MoU:
Expert Groups: The agreement with IVCA, the apex industry body representing India’s alternative capital sector, aims to set up joint expert groups focused on issues related to alternative capital.
Reporting Standards: It also seeks to standardise financial reporting frameworks through industry-led consultations, thereby improving transparency and governance practices in the alternative investment ecosystem.

Google to Build a 1-GW Data Centre Worth USD 6 Billion in Visakhapatnam, AP
On July 30, 2025, Google, a wholly owned subsidiary of Alphabet Inc., planned to establish a 1-Gigawatt (GW) Data Centre and its supporting infrastructure, worth USD 6 billion (around Rs. 50,000 crore) by in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (AP).

• This data centre marks the first data centre investment by Google in India and the largest in both capacity and size across Asia.

Exam Hints:

• What? Google has planned to build a Data Centre
• Where? Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (AP)
• Investment: USD 6 billion
• Capacity: 1 Gigawatt
• 1st in India: 1st data centre investment by Google in India

Investment Breakdown:
Total Outlay: USD 6 billion
Renewable Energy Allocation: USD 2 billion for solar/wind power infrastructure to sustain operations.
Global Context: Part of Alphabet’s USD 75 billion global data centre expansion in 2025, including projects in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

RIL Ranked at 88th Spot in Fortune Global 500 List for 2025; Walmart topped the list for 12th Consecutive YearIn July 2025, Fortune, an American global business magazine released the 71st edition of ‘Fortune Global 500 List for 2025’. As per the list, India’s Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), led by Mukesh Ambani, saw marginal dip in its ranking from 86th (2024) to 88th (2025), with total revenue of USD114.12 billion. Despite the decline in global ranking, RIL retained its highest ranking among Indian corporates featured in the list.

• Also, RIL featured on the list for the 22nd consecutive year, the longest for any private sector company.

Top 3 Companies: Walmart Inc. (the United States of America, USA), the world’s largest retailer company, with total revenue of USD 680.98 billion has topped the list as the largest company by revenue for the 12th consecutive year and the 20th time since 1995.

• American e-commerce company Amazon.com, Inc and Chinese state-owned electric utility, State Grid Corporation of China, have also retained their rankings i.e. 2nd and 3rd positions respectively.

Cumulative Revenue: The combined revenue generated by the companies featured on the list reached at USD 41.7 trillion in 2024 (1.8% increase compared to last year), accounts for more than 1/3rd (33.33%) of the world’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Women CEOs: This year, total 33 women Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) featured on the list, marking an increase of 6.6% (+5) compared to last year.
Total Indian Companies: This year, total 10 Indian companies featured on the list (same as in year 2024).
About Fortune Magazine:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Anastasia Nyrkovskaya
Headquarters- New York City, the United States of America (USA)
Established- 1929
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

NASA-ISRO NISAR Satellite Successfully Launched for Advanced Earth ObservationOn July 30, 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite aboard the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV)-F16 rocket from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh (AP).

• This marks the first-ever joint Earth observation mission between ISRO and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) of the United States of America (USA), with a joint investment exceeding USD 1.5 billion over 10+ years of development.
• It is the world’s first radar imaging satellite to operate with dual-frequency bands, L-band and S-band on a single platform, enabling accurate monitoring of the cryosphere, ecosystems, and solid Earth processes.
• This mission marked the 18th launch of the GSLV and the 12th using India’s indigenous cryogenic upper stage.

About NISAR Satellite:
Objective: The mission aims to provide high-resolution, day-and-night, all-weather imagery across a 242-kilometer (km) swath, scanning nearly all of Earth’s land and ice surfaces every 12 days.
NISAR Specifications:
Total Mass: Approximately 2,392 kilograms (kg)
Orbit Type: Sun-synchronous polar orbit at an altitude of around 747 kilometers (km), circling Earth 14 times daily.
Mission Duration: Designed for a 5-year mission life, with consumables supporting around 3 years of active operations
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Australia’s First Indigenous Rocket ‘Eris’ Launch Fails after 14 Seconds into Flight
On July 30, 2025, Australia’s first indigenously designed and built orbital rocket, “Eris”, developed by Gilmour Space Technologies, was launched from the Bowen Orbital Spaceport in North Queensland, Australia. The rocket failed to achieve orbit and crashed 14 seconds after liftoff.

Exam Hints:

• What? Australian rocket ‘Eris’ crashed after lift off
• Location: Bowen Orbital Spaceport in North Queensland, Australia.
• Developed by: Gilmour Space Technologies
• Type: 23-metre, 3-stage small satellite launcher
• Payload Capacity: 215 kg to 305 kg
• Propulsion: Hybrid rocket engines

Indigenous: The 23-meter(m) (75-foot) rocket  was an indigenously built launch vehicle designed to place small satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO), including sun-synchronous orbits.
Eris Specification:
Payload Capability: It is a three-stage launcher built to carry small satellites, with a payload capacity ranging from approximately 215 kilogram (kg) to a maximum of 305 kg.
Propulsion: It uses hybrid rocket engines, combining solid fuel with liquid oxidizers, a safer and cost-effective technology.
Mission Purpose: Aimed at offering affordable, dedicated launch services for small satellites and enhancing Australia’s space capabilities.

OBITUARY

Biathlon Olympic champion of Germany Laura Dahlmeier died in a climbing accident age of 31On July 28, 2025, two-time biathlon Olympic champion of Germany, Laura Dahlmeier, died at the age of 31 in a mountaineering accident at the Laila Peak (5700 meters) in the Karakoram mountains (Pakistan).

• She is the first woman biathlete to win five gold medals at a single world championship.
• She is also the first female biathlete to win gold in both sprint and pursuit events during the 2018 Winter Olympics (South Korea).

Exam Hints:

• Topic: Olympic champion Laura Dahlmeier passes away
• Country: Germany
• Cause of Death: Mountaineering accident at the Laila Peak (5700 meters) in Pakistan.
• Type of sport: Biathlon (winter sports)
• Notable Awards: A total of 2 gold and 1 bronze medal at the Olympics, 5 gold medals at the World Championships (2017)

Background:
The accident occurred due to a sudden rockfall in the Hushe Valley, at an altitude of approximately 18,700 feet (5700 meters, m) at Laila Peak, Karakoram Mountain (Pakistan).

• Earlier on July 8, 2025, she successfully scaled the Great Trango Tower (6,287 m), north of Baltoro Glacier in the Karakoram Mountains (Pakistan).

About Laura Dahlmeier:
Career: She was born on 22 August 1993 in Germany and debuted her career during the 2013 Junior World Championship (Austria)

• She is the first woman biathlete to win five gold medals at a single world championship in 2017.
• She also has 7 gold medals, 3 silver medals and 5 bronze medals at World Championships.
• She also won 2 gold and 1 bronze medals at the 2018 Winter Olympics (South Korea).

Awards and Achievements:

About Germany:
Capital – Berlin
Currency- Euro (EUR)

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Ashok Chopra’s Book “The Man Who Became Cinema: Dilip Kumar” was Released
In May 2025, the book named “The Man Who Became Cinema: Dilip Kumar”, written by Ashok Chopra, was published by Ebury Press / Penguin Random House India. The book offers a film‑by‑film analysis of Dilip Kumar’s extraordinary acting method and highlights his contributions to Method Acting in Indian cinema.
Exam Hints:

• Book Name: “The Man Who Became Cinema: Dilip Kumar”
• Author: Ashok Chopra
• Published by: Ebury Press / Penguin Random House India
• Context: Highlights Dilip Kumar’s contributions to Method Acting in Indian cinema.

About the book: The text outlines techniques like dialect training, emotional memory, and behavioural observation for his roles in movies.
About Dilip Kumar:
Introduction: Dilip Kumar is also known as the “Tragedy King” for his naturalistic and psychological realism in Hindi films.
Awards: He was honoured with Padma Bhushan (1991), Dadasaheb Phalke Award (1994), Padma Vibhushan (2015), and Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Pakistan’s highest civilian award) in 1998.

IMPORTANT DAYS

World Ranger Day 2025 – July 31World Ranger Day(WRD) is annually observed across the globe on 31 July to commemorate Rangers killed or injured in the line of duty and to celebrate the critical work of Rangers in protecting the world’s natural and cultural treasures.

• 2025 marks the 18th WRD 
• 2025 Theme: “Rangers, Powering Transformative Conservation”.

About World Ranger Day:
Origin: WRD is an initiative of the International Ranger Federation (IRF), promoted together with Thin Green Foundation(TGLF), the United Kingdom(UK), the 1^st charity solely dedicated to supporting rangers and their families.
First Observation:The 1^st WRD was observed on 31 July 2007 on the 15^th anniversary of the founding of IRF.
Tribute to Fallen Rangers: It was celebrated to honour 8 rangers who lost their lives while on duty in the Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo(DRC)
Significance: The date 31 July was chosen because of the establishment date of the IRF in 1992.
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