Daily Top Current Affairs of the day for 14th September
- India Beats Pakistan in Asia Cup Cricket Clash .India defeated Pakistan by 7 wickets in a Group A match of the Asia Cup held in Dubai. Pakistan was restricted to 127/9 by India’s spin bowlers, and India chased down the target comfortably with contributions from opener Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, and a solid finishing by captain Suryakumar Yadav. This win reinforced India’s dominance in T20 cricket and boosted team morale in a high-pressure match with political overtones.
- NBRI Cultivates Exotic Flower Eustoma in Odisha.The National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), under CSIR, successfully cultivated Eustoma (native to Mexico and America) in Odisha. Earlier, Eustoma had been grown at NBRI’s Lucknow campus, but this is the first time it has been introduced and thrived in Odisha’s climate. This marks an advance in India’s floriculture research and offers potential for export, income for farmers, and biodiversity enrichment.
- Delhi Ranks Among Top 10 Most Polluted Cities Globaly. On 14 September 2025, Delhi’s air quality was “unhealthy for sensitive groups” with AQI above 140. Delhi was among the top ten most polluted cities in the world at that time, with very high particulate matter (PM2.5) levels. Pollution sources include vehicle emissions, industrial activity, and regional factors like crop residue burning in neighbouring states. This situation highlights the urgent need for public health measures and better pollution control policies.
- Hindi Diwas 2025 Observed in India on 14th September . India celebrated Hindi Diwas on 14 September 2025, marking the adoption of Hindi as an official language in 1949 by the Constituent Assembly. Institutions, schools, and government departments held events, messages, and appeals to promote use and respect for Hindi. The day reinforces Hindi’s cultural significance and its role in India’s linguistic diversity.
- Chandigarh Mayor to Represent India at BRICS Urban Future Forum. Harpreet Kaur Babla, Mayor of Chandigarh, will represent India at the BRICS Urban Future Forum, to be held in Moscow from September 17-18. The forum will gather over 15,000 participants, addressing issues such as smart city practices, cloud computing, sustainable urban infrastructure and hybrid economies. At the forum, the Mayor will deliver a keynote titled “Technological Framework of the City. The Space of the Future.”
- Prime Minister’s Projects in Assam: Bio-Ethanol Plant, Infrastructure. PM Modi’s Assam visit included inaugurations and foundation stones of major projects. He dedicated a ₹4,200 crore bio-ethanol plant in Golaghat district and inaugurated infrastructure like the Guwahati Ring Road and a bridge over Brahmaputra. Projects also include a medical college/hospital in Mangaldoi, strengthening health, connectivity and industrial growth. These signify government focus on clean energy, regional infrastructure, and balanced development in the North-East.
- Role of Smart City Governance Highlighted at BRICS Urban Forum. Chandigarh’s mayor leading India’s representation at the BRICS Urban Future Forum underscores India’s push for smart urban governance. Key themes include hybrid economy, digital infrastructure, and frameworks for future cities. This also shows local leaders’ roles in international platforms.
- For UPSC Aspirants
- Prelims Tip: Remember names, places, amounts (e.g. ₹1,200 crore in Manipur, ₹4,200 crore bio-ethanol plant in Assam, Eustoma flower, AQI ranking).
- Mains Tip: Think of analytical angles—e.g. what challenges do pollution rankings pose to policy? How do infrastructure projects in conflict- or ethnic tension zones help integrate societies?
- Essay / Ethics Tip: Use examples like controversy before cricket matches to discuss freedom of speech, or smart city forums to discuss governance innovation.