Daily Top Current Affairs of the day for 26th August 2025
1. Fitch reaffirms India’s ‘BBB-’ sovereign rating amid strong growth. Fitch maintained the rating and projected 6.5% GDP growth for FY 26. It highlighted robust domestic demand and fiscal capital expenditure. Fitch flagged U.S. tariffs as a moderate downside risk.
2. EAM Jaishankar urges diversification of supply chains at ET WLF 2025. He cautioned against overdependence on a single market or supply chain. He recommended strategic hedging through diversification. His remarks emphasized geopolitical and economic resilience.
3. India suspends most international postal services to the U.S. from 25 August. The Department of Posts halted services following U.S. customs reforms. Certain postal items will remain exempt under new rules. The suspension could impact businesses and individuals relying on cross-border mail.
4. MoE’s UDISE+ report shows India exceeds one crore school teachers. The UDISE+ 2024-25 report revealed a record high in educator count. The report maps enrollment, infrastructure, and teacher deployment nationally. It underscores strides in school education and human resource growth.
5. Indian Army signs MoU with Airtel to boost border connectivity in Arunachal. Dao Division and Airtel will enhance mobile coverage in Dibang Valley and Anjaw. The partnership supports secure communication for troops and locals. It also aligns with Digital India and forward area accessibility.
6. Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 replaces the 1958 law with modern regulations. Parliament passed it to align with IMO conventions and simplify maritime law. The act enhances safety, seafarer welfare, and environmental protection. It aims to facilitate ease of doing business in shipping.
7. 130th Constitutional Amendment Bill proposes removal of detained ministers. Introduced on 20 August, it mandates removal after 30 days of detention without conviction. It applies to Prime Minister, CMs, and other ministers under serious charges. The bill promotes constitutional morality and governance accountability.
8. Mission Sudarshan Chakra will expand India’s integrated AI-powered defence shield. The project, unveiled in August, enhances surveillance and counter-strike capabilities. It seeks full domestic R&D and manufacturing under Atmanirbhar Bharat. The system integrates land, air, sea, cyber, and space domains.
9. India-Philippines sign strategic partnership plan for 2025–2029. The plan enhances ties in defence, maritime security, trade, and digital infrastructure. It boosts bilateral cooperation in regional geostrategy. The agreement marks deepening of Indo-Pacific partnerships.
10. India issues official flood advisory to Pakistan—the first since May conflict. On 25 August, India warned Pakistan about impending flood risks. It marks a significant humanitarian outreach amid strained relations. The gesture revived cross-border communication channels.