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2 new railway bridges connecting Panki power plant to Kalyanpur

PM - Prime Minister
CGD - City Gas Distribution
PNG - Piped Natural Gas

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ISRO - Indian Space Research Organisation

ISSAR - Indian Space Situational Assessment Report
IS4OM - ISRO System for Safe and Sustainable Space Operations Management
GoI - Government of India
LEO - Low Earth Orbit
GEO - Geo-synchronous Earth Orbit
CAM - Collision Avoidance Manoeuvres

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IIT - Indian Institute of Technology
NM-ICPS - National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems
TIH - Technology Innovation Hub

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MoS I/C - Minister of State Independent Charge

MoST - Ministry of Science & Technology
WRI - World Resources Institute
NITI Aayog - National Institution for Transforming India
UNEP - United Nations Environment Programme
IIT - Indian Institute of Technology

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UT - Union Territory

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AMUL - Anand Milk Union Limited

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TPA - Tonnes Per Annum
NGHM - National Green Hydrogen Mission

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Haryana crowned as champions of National Women's Hockey League

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Current Affairs 4 June 2025: Headlines

Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Two-Day Visit to Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar
Pradesh
ISRO Released Indian Space Situational Assessment Report for 2024
Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches ‘Bharat Gen’ at BharatGen Summit
MoS&T Unveiled ‘Battery Aadhaar Initiative’ to Enhance India’s Battery Ecosystem
Gujarat Becomes 24th State/UT to Achieve 100% Rail Electrification
GoI Notifies ESZ Around Tral Wildlife Sanctuary in Pulwama, J&K
IEPFA and SEBI Launched 1st ‘Niveshak Shivir’ in Pune to Empower Investors and Resolve
Unclaimed Dividends
IOB Collaborated with AMUL and Richplus to Support Organic Farmers
IOCL to Set Up India’s Largest Green Hydrogen Plant at Panipat
Thailand’s Opal Suchata Chuangsri Crowned Miss World 2025 in Hyderabad
Germany’s Annalena Baerbock elected President of the UNGA
Karol Nawrocki Elected as the President of Poland
EY India Chairman Rajiv Memani Took Over as CII President for FY26
Asian Athletics Championships 2025: India Finishes 2nd with 24 Medals; China Tops
Thailand Open Boxing 2025: Deepak, Naman Tanwar Bagged Gold; Indian Secured Total 8
Medals
Oscar Piastri wins F1 Spanish Grand Prix 2025
Glenn Maxwell Retires from ODI Cricket, Heinrich Klaasen Retires from International Cricket
World Bicycle Day 2025 – June 3
Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated Lavender Festival 2025 in J&K
Odisha Launches ‘ANKUR’ to build Resilient and Citizen-centric cities by 2036

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS
Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Two-Day Visit to Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh
Prime Minister (PM) of India Narendra Modi undertook a two-day visit on 29th and 30th May 2025
to Sikkim, West Bengal (WB), Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh (UP), where he inaugurated and laid foundation
stones for major development projects,

• During the visit, PM Narendra Modi also addressed the launch of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp
Abhiyan via videoconferencing, calling it a major step towards strengthening agriculture and
supporting farmers.
Highlights of the visit to Sikkim:
On 29th May 2025, PM Narendra Modi’s visit to Sikkim featured important events celebrating the state’s 50
years of progress and achievements including the inauguration and foundation laying of several key
development projects.
PM Modi Addresses ‘Sikkim@50’ Celebrating Five Decades of Statehood:
PM Narendra Modi virtually addressed the ‘Sikkim@50’ celebrations, commemorating the 50th anniversary
of Sikkim’s statehood(May 16) via videoconferencing, celebrating the state’s journey and achievements over
the past five decades.
• The theme of the ‘Sikkim@50’ programme was ‘Where Progress Meets Purpose, and Nature
Nurtures Growth.
i.To mark the occasion, he also released a Rs
50 commemorative coin, a souvenir coin, and a postage
stamp celebrating Sikkim’s golden jubilee.
ii.Prem Singh Tamang, Chief Minister (CM) of Sikkim and Om
Prakash Mathur,Governor of Sikkim officially unveiled these
during a ceremony held at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok, Sikkim.
iii.The ‘Sikkim@50’ celebrations are part of a year-long series
of events under the theme “Sunaulo, Samriddha, and Samarth
Sikkim” (Golden, Prosperous, and Capable Sikkim).
Inauguration of Key Development Projects:
He virtually inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for several important projects in Sikkim, including
a Rs 750 crore, 500-bed District Hospital in Namchi, Sikkim; a Passenger Ropeway in Pelling, Sikkim and a
statue of Former PM of India Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Atal Amrit Udyan in Gangtok.
Highlights of the visit to WB:
During his visit to WB, PM Narendra Modi laid the foundation stones for key energy projects to improve
clean and reliable gas supply in the region.

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Inauguration of CGP to Boost Clean Energy Access:

He laid the foundation stone for the City Gas Distribution (CGD) project in Alipurduar and Cooch Behar
districts of WB, which includes an investment of over Rs 1,010 crore in Alipurduar to supply Piped Natural
Gas (PNG) to more than 2.5 lakh homes and over 100 commercial establishments and industries.
• This effort is part of the larger national plan, as the CGD network now covers over 550
districts across India.
• Additionally, the project plans to establish approximately 19 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)
stations to cater to vehicular needs, aligning with the government’s Minimum Work
Program(MWP) targets.
Highlights of the visit to Bihar:
New Airport Projects:
During his visit to Bihar, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the new terminal building at Jay Prakash Narayan
International Airport in Patna, Bihar and laid the foundation stone for a new Civil Enclave at Bihta Air Force
Station, approximately 35 kilometres (km) from Patna.
• The new terminal in Patna, built at a cost of Rs 1,200 crore, covers an area of over 65,000 square
metres (sqm) and can handle up to 1 crore passengers every year.
• At Bihta, a new terminal building is planned, covering 68,000 sqm, with an estimated cost of Rs
1,410 crore.
Key Projects:
During his visit to Bihar, PM Narendra Modi also laid the foundation stone, and dedicated to the nation
multiple development projects worth over Rs 48,520 crore in Karakat, Bihar related to power, road, and
rail infrastructure.
i.He laid the foundation stone for the Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Project, Stage-II (3×800 Megawatt,
MW), in Aurangabad district of Bihar at a cost of over Rs 29,930 crore, aiming to boost energy supply in
Bihar and eastern India.
ii.He also launched several important highway projects worth around Rs 5,520 crore to improve road
infrastructure and connectivity.
• These include the four-laning of the Patna–Arrah–Sasaram section of National Highway (NH)-
119A, six-laning of the Varanasi–Ranchi–Kolkata highway (NH-319B), the Ramnagar–Kacchi
Dargah stretch (NH-119D), and the construction of a new Ganga bridge between Buxar and
Bharauli.
iii.He also dedicated the third rail line between Son Nagar and Mohammad Ganj, built at a cost of over Rs
1,330 crore, as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s rail network.
Highlights of the visit to UP:
During his visit to UP, PM Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated 15 major development
projects worth about Rs 47,600 crore in Kanpur, UP.
Key Projects in UP:
i.He inaugurated the Chunniganj to Kanpur Central Metro section worth over Rs.2,120 crore, featuring
14 stations including five underground stops:
Chunniganj, Bada Chauraha, Naveen Market, Nayaganj, and Kanpur Central.
• In addition, two new railway bridges connecting the Panki power plant to Kalyanpur, UP were
opened.
ii.To enhance power capacity, PM laid the foundation for a 220 kilovolt(kV) substation at Yamuna
Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA), Gautam Buddh Nagar and inaugurate 132 kV
substations in Greater Noida(UP) worth over Rs.320 crore.
iii.He inaugurated the 660 MW Panki Thermal Power Extension (Rs.8,300 crore) and three 660 MW units of
Ghatampur Thermal Power Project (Rs.9,330 crore).

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iv.He also inaugurated a 40 million litres per day (MLD) tertiary sewage treatment plant at Bingawan in
Kanpur, constructed at a cost exceeding Rs.290 crore.
v.He laid the foundation stone for the widening and strengthening of Gauria Pali Marg to support industrial
development in Kanpur Nagar district of UP.
About Sikkim:
Chief Minister(CM)-Prem Singh Tamang
Governor-Om Prakash Mathur
Capital – Gangtok
Airport – Pakyong Airport

ISRO Released Indian Space Situational Assessment Report for 2024

In May 2025, Dr. V. Narayanan, Chairman of Bengaluru (Karnataka)-based Indian Space Research
Organisation (ISRO)/ Secretary of Department of Space (DOS), released the’ Indian Space Situational
Assessment Report (ISSAR) for 2024’, compiled annually by ISRO System for Safe and Sustainable Space
Operations Management (IS4OM).

• ISRO performs Space Situational Awareness (SSA) activities to protect India’s space assets against
various environmental risks like: Resident Space Objects which includes space debris; or natural
objects like: asteroids and meteoroids, energy and particle flux.
• IS4OM acts as a nodal agency to concert all space sustainability efforts, including SSA activities,
and to enhance compliance with globally recognized guidelines on the long-term sustainability of
outer space activities.
India-Specific:
i.A total of 136 Indian spacecraft, including those from
private operators/academic institutions, were launched in
Earth-orbit till December 31, 2024.
• By the end of December 2024, the total number of
operational satellites owned by Government of
India (GoI) is 22 in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and 31 in
Geo-synchronous Earth Orbit (GEO).
ii.Additionally, 2 Indian deep space missions namely,
Chandrayaan-2 Orbiter (CH20) and Aditya-L1 at Sun-Earth
Lagrange’s point were also operational.
• The propulsion module of Chandrayaan-3 space
continued to function in a high earth orbit i.e. more
than 1 lakh kilometer (km) away, after being
relocated from its lunar orbit since 2023.
iii.In 2024, there were 5 launches from Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh, AP), namely
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2. PSLV-C59/ PROBA-3;
3. PSLV-C60/SPADEX;
4. GSLV-F14/INSAT-3DS; and
5. 3rd edition of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle – Earth Observation Satellite (SSLV-D3/EOS-08)
iv.A total of 15 satellites were launched, including 8 Indian satellites, 1 foreign satellite and 6 rocket bodies,
which includes PSLV Orbital Experimental Module-3 (POEM-3) and POEM-4, were deployed in their
intended orbits.
v.By the end of December 2024, a total of 34 rocket bodies re-entered the Earth’s atmosphere, of which, 5
were re-entered in 2024 alone.
• Also, a total of 31 Indian satellites have re-entered the atmosphere till December 31, 2024, of
which, 9 Indian satellites re-entered in the year 2024 alone.
• Among these 9 satellites, Cartosat-2 re-entered the earth’s atmosphere in February 2024, ISRO’s
1st ever LEO satellite to be de-orbited at end-of-life to reduce its post-mission orbital life from
over 30 to less than 4 years.
Collision Avoidance Manoeuvres (CAM):
i.According to the report, ISRO successfully performed 10 Collision Avoidance Manoeuvres (CAMs) in 2024.
Out of these 10 CAMs, ISRO carried out 6 CAMs in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and remaining 4 in
Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (GEO).
• However, this number is less compared to 23 CAMs carried out by ISRO in 2023.
• In the last 14 years, ISRO has conducted 122 CAMs for its earth-orbiting satellites.
ii.ISRO received over 53000 alerts by the Combined Space Operations Center (CSpOC), United States of
America (USA)-led multinational space operations center for its satellites, which were examined using data
from flight dynamics resulting in 10 anomalies.
iii.In 2024, 89 manoeuvre plans were revised to avoid post-manoeuvre close approaches with other space
objects specifically for LEO satellites. While, 2 manoeuvre plans were revised to avoid post-manoeuvre
conjunctions for GEO satellites.
Global Scenario:
i.Highest Number of Launches in 2024: As per the report, a total of 2,963 space objects were placed into
orbit globally, resulting from 261 launch attempts, of which 254 were successful, which resulted in an
addition of 2578 operational satellites.
• However, this number was less compared to 3135 objects from 212 launches in 2023.
ii.Lunar Missions: In 2024, 5 lunar missions were launched, indicative of the renewed interest in lunar
exploration.
iii.On-orbit break-up events: The report revealed that there were 3 major on-orbit break-up events
occurred in 2024 and one of them, was the fragmentation of a Long March rocket stage (CZ-6A) which added
650 catalogued objects.
• Some of these fragments decayed within same year which further resulted in a total addition of
702 fragmented objects to the total space debris by December 2024, which was higher than 69 (in
2023).
• Thus, a total of 3665 objects from 254 launches and on-orbit break-up events were added to the
space object population.
iii.Catalogued Objects Re-entered the Atmosphere: In 2024, a total of 2095 catalogued objects re-entered
the atmosphere, out of them, 335 objects were Starlink satellites.
Debris Free Space Mission (DFSM):
i.ISRO chaired the Inter-Agency Debris Coordination Committee (IADC) for the period of 2023-24 and
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ii.During the 42nd IADC annual meet, India announced the launch of Debris Free Space
Mission (DFSM) which aims for debris-free space missions by all Indian space agencies, including
governmental and non-governmental, by 2030.
iii.Recognizing the vital role of Space Situational Awareness (SSA), ISRO launched Project NETRA (Network
for Space Object Tracking and Analysis).The initiative aims to develop indigenous capabilities to monitor,
track, and analyze space objects and debris.
Major ISRO Centres:
• Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala – Specializes in the
development of launch vehicles and rocket technologies.
• U.R. Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru, Karnataka – Responsible for satellite design,
development, and integration.
• Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh(AP) – India’s primary launch
site for satellites and rockets.
• Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), Valiamala (Kerala) & Bengaluru (Karnataka) – Engaged
in the development of liquid and cryogenic propulsion systems.
• National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC), Hyderabad, Telangana – Manages satellite data
acquisition, processing, and remote sensing applications.
• Space Applications Centre (SAC), Ahmedabad, Gujarat – Focuses on the development of
communication, meteorological, and remote sensing payloads.

Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches ‘Bharat Gen’ at BharatGen Summit
On June 2, 2025, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge) Dr. Jitendra Singh, Ministry of
Science & Technology (MoS&T), launched ‘Bharat Gen’ at the BharatGen Summit in New Delhi, Delhi. This
initiative marks India’s first indigenously developed, government-funded, Artificial Intelligence (AI) -based
Multimodal Large Language Model (LLM) designed to support 22 Indian languages.

• BharatGen aims to revolutionize AI development across linguistic and cultural spectrum in India.
• The BharatGen Summit 2025 was India’s biggest event for Generative AI and LLM. It was
organized by the Department of Science & Technology(DST) under MoS&T and Indian Institute of
Technology(IIT) Bombay’s Technology Innovation Hub, Mumbai(Maharashtra).
• The summit also featured the Generative AI Hackathon 2025, inviting students to develop AI
solutions for real-world problems.
About Bharat Gen :
i.Bharat Gen is developed under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-
ICPS) and implemented through Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) Foundation for Internet of Things (IoT)
and Internet of Everything (IoE) at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay.
ii.The initiative is supported by the DST and brings together a robust consortium of leading academic
institutions, experts and innovators.

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• BharatGen’s design follows the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, promoting
interdisciplinary learning by combining humanities with technology and engineering fields.
iii.The initiative will empower critical sectors such as healthcare, education, agriculture, and governance,
delivering region-specific AI solutions across India.
iv.The BharatGen initiative is being executed through a network of 25 TIH, four of which have been
upgraded to Technology Translational Research Parks (TTRPs).
v.The Mission’s four pillars include technology development, entrepreneurship, Human Resource
Development (HRD), and international collaboration.
vi.BharatGen has initiated the ‘Bharat Data Sagar’ project, a multilingual repository for AI research, to
capture the Indian linguistic nuances often overlooked in international AI models.
BharatGen Initiative:
i.BharatGen initiative was launched by the Government of India (GOI) on September 30, 2024.
ii.BharatGen strives for India’s leap into an AI-augmented future, where technology is inclusive, growth is
sustainable, & innovation spreads over corners of India.

MoS&T Unveiled ‘Battery Aadhaar Initiative’ to Enhance India’s Battery Ecosystem

In May 2025, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC) Dr. Jitendra Singh, Ministry of
Science & Technology (MoS&T) unveiled the ‘Battery Aadhaar Initiative’ at the Battery Summit 2025 in
New Delhi, Delhi, to enhance traceability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability in India’s battery ecosystem.
• The Battery Summit 2025, held under the theme “Addressing Challenges, Driving Innovation
and Scaling Solutions,” emphasized India’s commitment to clean energy.

• The World Resources Institute India (WRI India), headquartered in New Delhi, hosted the
Battery Summit in collaboration with National Institution for Transforming India(NITI) Aayog,
the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and the Battery360 Alliance.
About Battery Aadhaar Initiative:
i.The ‘Battery Aadhaar’ technology was developed by Tata Elxsi Limited, headquartered in Bengaluru,
Karnataka, in collaboration with prominent consortium partners including Tata Motors Limited (Mumbai,
Maharashtra), Tata AutoComp Systems Limited (Pune, Maharashtra), the Indian Institute of Technology
(IIT) Kharagpur (West Bengal), LOHUM Cleantech (Noida), NUNAM Technologies (Bengaluru), and Oorja
Energy (Hyderabad).
ii.Tata Elxsi’s MOBIUS+ platform forms the backbone of this initiative, utilizing blockchain technology to
enable comprehensive traceability and simplify automated compliance reporting processes.
iii.This project is a component of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Global
Environment Facility (GEF) initiative titled ‘Electrifying Mobility in Cities: Investing in the Transformation
to Electric Mobility in India,’ aimed at facilitating India’s transition to sustainable e-mobility.
iv.The Battery Aadhaar initiative supports India’s broader goals of achieving 30% electric vehicle
penetration by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2070.

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Key Features:
i.Unique Digital Identity: Battery Aadhaar assigns a unique 16-digit digital identity to each battery pack,
capturing critical information such as the manufacturing date and location, battery chemistry and capacity,
material composition including lithium content and electrode materials, usage history and lifecycle details,
as well as end-of-life status and recycling information.
ii.Critical Parameter Monitoring: Tracks thermal events, charge-discharge cycles, and end-of-life status to
facilitate predictive maintenance and efficient recycling.
iii.Regulatory Safeguards: Acts as a tool to curb counterfeit products, boost consumer confidence, and
support circular economy initiatives.
iv.System Integration: Synergizes with Battery Management Systems (BMS), Artificial Intelligence (AI)
diagnostics, and national Electric Vehicle (EV) databases to build a battery intelligence ecosystem.
About Ministry of Science and Technology (MoS&T):
Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC)- Dr. Jitendra Singh (Constituency- Udhampur, Jammu &
Kashmir, J&K)

Gujarat Becomes 24th State/UT to Achieve 100% Rail Electrification

In May 2025, the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi announced that Gujarat became
the 24th State/Union Territory (UT) in India to achieve 100% railway electrification of its rail tracks
during the inauguration of the Dahod Electric Locomotive Factory in Dahod, Gujarat.

• The completion of electrification on the Sabarmati-Botad section marked the final step in
achieving complete electrification of Gujarat’s railway network.
Electrification Project in IR:
i.The first electric train in India ran between Mumbai(Maharashtra) and Thane(Maharashtra) in 1925.
ii.To accelerate electrification, IR established the Central Organisation for Railway Electrification (CORE),
headquartered in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh (UP).
iii.IR targets to achieve 100% electrification of its broad gauge network by the end of the Financial Year
2025-26 (FY26).
iv.The initiative will support India’s target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions in railways by 2030 and
contribute to the broader goal of net-zero emissions by 2070.
Electrification Progress in India:
i.From 1948 to March 2014, 21,801 kilometre(km) of railway routes were electrified.
• Between 2014-15 and February 2025, an additional 45,922 km was electrified.
ii.Since 2020-21, IR has been electrifying over 6000 km of rail routes annually.
iii.As of February 2025, India’s rail network is 98.83% electrified, with a global ranking second only after
Switzerland (99%).
Status of Rail Electrification in States/UTs: (as of May 2025)
i.100% Electrified States/UTs (24): Andhra Pradesh (AP), Arunachal Pradesh (AR), Bihar, Chandigarh,
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Madhya Pradesh (MP), Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Punjab, Telangana, Uttar
Pradesh (UP), Uttarakhand, Tripura and West Bengal (WB).
ii.Other States Status: Rajasthan (98.57%), Karnataka (95.95%), Tamil Nadu (95.66%), Goa (91.44%),
Assam (85.18%).
About Indian Railways (IR):
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Sathis Kumar
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Founded – 1853
About Gujarat:
Chief Minister (CM)– Bhupendrabhai Patel
Governor – Acharya Devvrat
Capital – Gandhinagar
Wildlife Sanctuary (WLS) – Balaram Ambaji WLS, Jambughoda WLS

GoI Notifies ESZ Around Tral Wildlife Sanctuary in Pulwama, J&K

In May 2025, the Ministry of Forest Environment and Climate Change (MoFECC) has notified an Eco-
Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around Tral Wildlife Sanctuary (TWS) in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), to
protect the critically endangered Hangul Deer and other native species.
• Following the notification, the government can regulate the activities in the area to create
a buffer zone, aiding the survival of the vulnerable species.
Key Points:
i.The extent of the ESZ around the sanctuary ranges from 0 to 3.26 kilometres (km) from the boundary of,
encompassing an area of 127.1 square (sq) kms, which includes 26 villages in the region.
ii.Tral Wildlife Sanctuary serves as a vital corridor for the remaining population of Hangul in India.
iii.Hangul, a Kashmir Red Deer (commonly known as Kashmir Stag), which was widely spread across
Kashmir and Parts of Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh (HP), currently has a population of 150-
200 individuals based on a 2015 estimate.
iv.The Kashmir Red Deer (Hangul) is listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act,1972, and is
classified as “critically endangered” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

IEPFA and SEBI Launched 1st ‘Niveshak Shivir’ in Pune to Empower Investors and Resolve
Unclaimed Dividends
In June 2025, New Delhi (Delhi)-based Investors Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) under
the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MoCA), in partnership with Mumbai (Maharashtra)-based Securities and
Exchange Board of India (SEBI) launched the 1st edition of ‘Niveshak Shivir’ in Pune, Maharashtra.
• This newly launched initiative is a part of IEPFA’ continued mission to empower investors and
bolster financial literacy.
• Niveshak Shivir aligns with IEPFA’s wider investor outreach initiatives, was conceptualized to
guide investors in resolving pending issues related to unclaimed dividends and shares and
simplify investor grievance redressal process.
i.More than 450 claimants participated at the event, where 19 service kiosks offered on-the-spot support for
Know Your Customer (KYC) updates; nomination changes; and IEPF-5 claim form assistance.
ii.Search facility was made available at the event, allowing participants to quickly check if they or any of
their family member had any unclaimed shares or dividends.
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also inaugurated a National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL)’s special brochure ‘Investor Guide to
Claiming Unclaimed Shares and Dividends’.
• The brochure outlines the whole claim process and key documents required like: PAN, Aadhaar,
and Entitlement Letter, in simple terms; and also provides guidance for avoiding common reasons
for claim rejections.

ECONOMY & BUSINESS

IOB Collaborated with AMUL and Richplus to Support Organic Farmers
In May 2025, Chennai (Tamil Nadu, TN)-based Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a leading Public Sector Bank
(PSB), signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Anand (Gujarat)-based AMUL(Anand
Milk Union Limited), India’s largest dairy cooperative, and Chennai-based Richplus, a biofertiliser company.
• The MoU aims to promote organic farming and empower one lakh organic farmers by providing
credit facilities and agricultural support services, fostering sustainable agriculture practices.
i.The key highlight of the initiative is the launch of a co-branded Organic Farming Card, designed specifically
for IOB account holders. This card will enable the farmers to access discounted organic inputs through
AMUL’s certified outlets and other support.
• It will also offer some other benefits including free agronomist support, training opportunities,
and high-quality seeds.
ii.The MoU also provides National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP) certification for farmers and
guarantees buy-back arrangements which will help in ensuring fair pricing and market stability.
iii.Under this MoU, IOB will also launch a dedicated credit scheme ‘Harit Kranti’, customized to meet the
requirements of organic farmers.
• In order to promote this initiative, a series of organic farming conclaves will be organised and the
1st major Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) meet is scheduled to be held in June 2025 in
Madurai, TN.

IOCL to Set Up India’s Largest Green Hydrogen Plant at Panipat

In May 2025, New Delhi (Delhi) based Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) finalised the Levelized Cost of
Hydrogen (LCoH) for establishing India’s largest Green Hydrogen Generation Unit at its Panipat Refinery
& Petrochemical Complex in Panipat, Haryana.
• This project marks IOCL’s significant entry into the green hydrogen sector, contributing to India’s
broader goals of decarbonization and energy self-reliance.
i.The facility, with a production capacity of 10,000 Tonnes Per Annum (TPA), is slated for commissioning by
December 2027.
ii.The green hydrogen produced at this facility will replace fossil-fuel-based hydrogen currently used in
refinery operations.
iii. This initiative aligns with India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission(NGHM) and supports IOCL’s
commitment to achieving net-zero operational emissions by 2046
iv.Mumbai(Maharashtra) based L&T Energy Green Tech Limited, a subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro(L&T),
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AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Thailand’s Opal Suchata Chuangsri Crowned Miss World 2025 in Hyderabad
In May 2025, Opal Suchata Chuangsri from Thailand was crowned Miss World 2025 at the 72nd edition
of the Miss World pageant held at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

• Opal Suchata was crowned by Miss World 2024, Krystyna Pyszková from the Czech Republic.
• She made history by becoming the first woman from Thailand and only the second from
Southeast Asia, after India in 2017, to win the Miss World title.
Note: This is the third time India is hosting Miss World (after 1996 and 2023)
Key Highlights:
i.The event featured 108 contestants from global
territories and was co-hosted by Miss World 2016
Stephanie Del Valle and Indian television
personality Sachiin Kumbhar.
ii.The judging panel comprised experts like Julia
Morley (Chairman & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Miss
World Organization), Manushi Chhillar (Miss World
2017), Dr. Carina Tyrrell (Public Health Physician & Miss
England 2014), and Sudha Reddy (Philanthropist),
among others.
iii.The First Runner-up title was awarded
to Hasset Dereje Admassu from Ethiopia, while Maja
Klajda from Poland was declared the Second Runner-up
at the Miss World 2025 pageant.
• Hasset Dereje created history by becoming the
first representative from Ethiopia to advance this far in the Miss World pageant.
About Opal Suchata Chuangsri:
i.Opal Suchata is a political Science student specializing in International Relations at Thammasat University,
Bangkok (Thailand).
ii.She was the winner of Miss Universe Thailand 2024, Miss World Thailand 2025.
iii.She is the founder of “Opal For Her” campaign for breast cancer awareness after surviving tumor
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Continental Queens at 72nd Miss World pageant:

Category Winner Country

Miss World Asia & Oceania Opal Suchata Chuangsri Thailand

Miss World Africa Hasset Dereje Admassu Ethiopia

Miss World Europe Maja Klajda Poland

Miss World Americas & Caribbean Aurélie Joachim Martinique

Special Recognition:
i.Indian actor and philanthropist Sonu Sood received the Miss World Humanitarian Award for his charitable
work through the Sood Charity Foundation.
ii.Sudha Reddy was honoured with the Global Ambassador for Beauty With a Purpose Award for her
outstanding philanthropic contributions to education and healthcare.
India’s Participation at 72nd Miss World pageant:
India’s representative, Nandini Gupta, advanced to the Top 20 but was eliminated before the final round.
Note: India has won the Miss World title six times, with the winners being: Reita Faria (1966), Aishwarya
Rai (1994), Diana Hayden (1997), Yukta Mookhey (1999), Priyanka Chopra (2000), Manushi Chhillar (2017)
About Miss World Organization:
The Miss World Organization is responsible for organizing the annual Miss World pageant, emphasizing
“Beauty with a Purpose” by encouraging contestants to engage in humanitarian and charitable causes.
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Julia Morley
Headquarters – London, the United Kingdom (UK)
Founded – 1951

APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

Germany’s Annalena Baerbock elected President of the UNGA
On June 2, 2025, Former German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock was elected President of
the 80th session of the New York, United States of America (USA) based United Nations General
Assembly (UNGA), following her win of 167 votes in favour out of 188 seats in a secret ballot.

• She will assume office on 9 September 2025, succeeding the current President of
UNGA, Philemon Yang, former Prime Minister(PM) of Cameroon.
• Annalen Baerbock becomes the first woman from the Western European Group to hold the post
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Note: The one year presidency rotates among the world body’s five regional groups : African Group; Asia-
Pacific Group; Eastern European Group; Latin American and Caribbean Group (GRULAC) and Western
European and Other States Group (WEOG)
About Annalena Baerbock:
i.Annalena Baerbock, German politician and diplomat, is known for advocating a “feminist foreign policy”
and emphasizes climate action and inclusive multilateralism.
ii.She joined the German Green Party in 2005 and became the chair of the party’s Brandenburg Chapter
from 2009 to 2013.
iii.From 2018 to 2022, she served as the co-leader of the Federal Green Party and was re-elected in 2019.
• In 2021, she became the candidate for Chancellor of the Green Party in the federal election.
iv.Following the 2021 election, she was appointed as Germany’s first female foreign minister, serving
from December 2021 to May 2025 under Chancellor Olaf Scholz.
About United Nations General Assembly (UNGA):
i.The UNGA, established in 1945, is the main representative body of the UN, comprising all 193 Member
States. Its headquarters is located in New York, United States of America (USA)
ii.It is the main policy-making organ of the organization and provides a unique forum for multilateral
discussion of the full spectrum of international issues by the Charter.
iii.The Assembly meets from September to December each year (main part) and thereafter, January to
September (resumed part) as required.
iv.Each of Member States has one vote, which is taken on designated important issues such as
recommendations on peace and security, election of Security Council.

Karol Nawrocki Elected as the President of Poland

In June 2025, Poland’s National Electoral Commission (NEC) announced that Karol Nawrocki, a nationalist
conservative and opposition-backed candidate, won the second round of Poland’s presidential election
with 50.89% of the votes, defeating Rafał Trzaskowski, the liberal Mayor of Warsaw (Poland), who
secured 49.11%.

• He will take over from the current President, Andrzej Duda (PiS), whose term concludes on 6
August 2025.
About Karol Nawrocki:
i.Karol Nawrocki, born on 3 March 1983, is a historian, former Chairman of Poland’s Institute of National
Remembrance, and an amateur boxer.
ii.Nawrocki campaigned on the slogan “Poland First, Poles First”, vowing to prioritize Polish citizens over
foreign nationals in social and economic policy.
iii.As President, Nawrocki holds veto power over legislation. He pledged to block reforms by Prime Minister
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Professional Career:
• Institute of National Remembrance (IPN): Nawrocki began his tenure at IPN in 2009, eventually
leading the Branch Public Education Office in Gdańsk from 2013 to 2017. In July 2021, he was
appointed as the President of IPN, overseeing research on Poland’s 20th-century history.
• Museum of the Second World War in Gdańsk: Served as Director from 2017 to 2021. During his
tenure, he implemented changes emphasizing Polish suffering and heroism during World War II.
Awards and Honors:
• Bronze Cross of Merit: Awarded on 4th November 2016.
• Silver Cross of Merit: Awarded on 19th October 2021.
About Republic of Poland:
Prime Minister (PM) – Donald Tusk
Currency – Polish Złoty (PLN)
Continent – Europe
Capital – Warsaw

EY India Chairman Rajiv Memani Took Over as CII President for FY26
In June 2025, Rajiv Memani, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of New Delhi(Delhi) based Ernst &
Young (EY) India, took over as the President of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for the Financial Year
2025-26 (FY26).

• He succeeded Sanjiv Puri, Chairman and Managing Director (MD) of Kolkata (West Bengal,WB)-
based ITC Limited.
About Rajiv Memani:
i.Memani, who is also serving as a member of the EY Global Executive Board as well as chairperson of its
Growth Markets Council (GMC), is recognized as trusted advisor to Indian firms, private equity entities, and
multinational corporates.
ii.In late 1990s, Memani established EY India’s leading Corporate Finance (now Strategy and Transactions)
practice.
iii.Earlier, he served as CII’s President-Designate for FY25 as well as its Vice-President(VP) in FY24.
iv.He has been part of various central government committees for instance, Ministry of Finance (MoF)
taskforce that drafted a new Direct Tax Code in 2019.
Other Office-Bearers for 2025-26:
i.R.Mukundan, MD and CEO of Tata Chemicals Limited, has assumed office as CII President-Designate for
FY26. He joined the Tata Administrative Service in 1990.
• Over his 33 year long tenure with the Tata Group, he has held key positions across the chemicals,
automotive, and hospitality sectors.
• Previously, he has worked at CII at various positions like: chairperson of CII’s Western Region
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ii.Dr. Suchitra K. Ella, Co-founder and MD of Hyderabad (Telangana)-based Bharat Biotech International
Limited took over as CII VP for FY26.
• She played an important role in establishing Bharat Biotech in 1996.
• She was honoured with Padma Bhushan, India’s 3rd highest civilian honor in recognition of her
significant contributions to society and industry in 2022.

SPORTS
Asian Athletics Championships 2025: India Finishes 2nd with 24 Medals; China Tops
India finished second in the overall medal tally at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships with a
commendable haul of 24 medals — 8 gold, 10 silver, and 6 bronze. China topped the standings with 32
medals (19 gold, 9 silver, 4 bronze).

• The Asian Athletics Championships 2025, organized by the Pathum Thani (Thailand)-based Asian
Athletics Association (AAA), took place from May 27 to 31, 2025, at the Gumi Civic Stadium in
Gumi, South Korea.
Note: The 27th Asian Athletics Championships (2027) will be held in Xiamen, China
About 26th Asian Athletics Championships:
i.The event witnessed participation from over 2,000 athletes representing 43 nations, competing in 45 track
and field events. India fielded over 60 athletes who competed in 30 events across various disciplines.
ii.This marked the third occasion South Korea hosted the championships, following the 1975 and 2005
editions.
iii.The Asian Athletics Championships have been held every two years since they began in 1973 in Marikina,
Philippines.
Highlights of Indian Athletes:
i.Gulveer Singh achieved a remarkable feat by winning gold medals in both the men’s 10,000 meters (m)
and 5,000m race.
ii.Avinash Sable ended India’s 36-year wait for a gold medal in the men’s 3000m steeplechase event.
iii.Tejaswin Shankar won a silver medal in the men’s decathlon at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships,
becoming the first Indian to win two medals in this event.
iii.India set two national records at the Asian Athletics Championships 2025:
• Parul Chaudhary clocked 9:12.46 in the women’s 3000m steeplechase, setting a new national
record and securing the silver medal.
• Animesh Kujur, a sprinter, created a national record in the men’s 200m, timing 20.32 seconds
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Top 5 medal winners at 26th Asian Athletics Championships:

Silver Bronze Total

Rank Country Gold Medal
Medal Medal Medals

1 China 19 9 4 32

2 India 8 10 6 24

3 Japan 5 11 12 28

4 Kazakhstan 3 1 2 6

5 Qatar 3 1 2 6
Click here to view the full list
Indian Gold Medal Winners at 26th Asian Athletics Championships:

Athlete Event

Gulveer Singh Men’s 10,000 meters (m) and 5,000m race

Avinash Sable Men’s 3000m steeplechase

Jyothi Yarraji Women’s 100m hurdles

Nandini Agasara Women’s Heptathlon

Pooja Singh Women’s high jump

Santosh Kumar, Rupal, Vishal and

Mixed 4×400 meters relay
Subha Venkatesan

Jisna Mathew, Rupal Chaudhary,

Women’s 4×400 meters relay
Kunja Rajitha and Subha Venkatesan
About the Asian Athletics Association (AAA):
The Asian Athletics Association (AAA) serves as the governing body for athletics in Asia.
President – Dahlan Jumaan al-Hamad (Qatar)
Headquarters – Pathum Thani, Thailand
Established – 1973
Members – 45

Thailand Open Boxing 2025: Deepak, Naman Tanwar Bagged Gold; Indian Secured Total 8
Medals
Two Indian Boxers Deepak and Naman Tanwar bagged Gold medals at the 4th edition of Thailand Open
International Boxing Tournament held under the banner of World Boxing-backed Asian Boxing, from May
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• Overall, India secured total 8 medals (including two gold, one silver and 5 bronze) at the
tournament.
• India had fielded a 19-member contingent in this prestigious boxing tournament and competed
against talented boxers from countries like: China, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, South Korea, and host
Thailand.
Indian Winners at Thailand Open Boxing 2025:
i.Deepak bagged the gold medal in men’s 75 kilogram (kg) category, with 5:0 win against Abdurakhimov
Javokhir (Uzbekistan).
ii.While, Naman Tanwar won the gold medal in men’s 90 kg category by defeating his Chinese opponent Han
Xuezhen with 4:1 win in the finals.
iii.Kiran secured Silver medal in the women’s 80+ kg category. She lost the final by 2:3 against
Kazakhstan’s Yeldana Talipova.
iv.Other Indian boxers secured Bronze medals in the tournament are: Tamanna (51kg), Priya (57 kg), Sanju
(60 kg), Saneh (70 kg), and Lalfakmawii Ralte (80 kg).
About World Boxing:
President – Boris van der Vorst
Headquarters – Lausanne (Switzerland)
Formed – 2023

Oscar Piastri wins F1 Spanish Grand Prix 2025

In June 2025, Oscar Piastri, representing United Kingdom (UK)-based McLaren Racing Limited, clinched
his 5th Formula One (F1) Grand Prix (GP) victory of the 2025 season by winning the Formula 1 Aramco
Gran Premio de España 2025 (Spanish Grand Prix) held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in
Barcelona, Spain. This victory marked Piastri’s 7th career F1 win and his eighth straight podium finish.

• With this victory, he extended his lead in the Drivers’ Championship standings to 186 points,
ahead of his teammate Lando Norris (176 points) and Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing (137
points).
• Oscar Piastri became the third McLaren driver after Ayrton Senna (1988) and Lewis Hamilton
(2007) to achieve eight consecutive podiums.
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i.Oscar Piastri secured pole position with a lap margin of 0.209 seconds, the largest of the season, and
successfully converted it into a race win, leading a McLaren 1-2 finish.
ii.His McLaren teammate Lando Norris secured 2nd position (+2.471 seconds), contributing to a McLaren
1-2 finish.
iii.Charles Leclerc of Italy-based Scuderia Ferrari S.p.A. claimed 3rd place, marking his first podium finish
in Spain after 8 attempts and Ferrari’s first Barcelona podium since 2017.
iv.Max Verstappen briefly took the lead with a three-stop strategy, but later collided with George Russell
(Mercedes) post-Safety Car restart, earning a 10-second penalty. He was demoted from 5th to 10th place.
Top 3 positions of F1 Spanish Grand Prix 2025:

Rank Driver Brand Country

1 Oscar Piastri McLaren Australia

2 Lando Norris McLaren British

3 Charles Leclerc Ferrari Monaco

Top 5 Drivers – Championship Standings After Spanish GP 2025:

Rank Driver Team Points

1st Oscar Piastri McLaren 186

2nd Lando Norris McLaren 176

3rd Max Verstappen Red Bull 137

4th Charles Leclerc Ferrari 129

5th George Russell Mercedes 112

About Spanish Grand Prix 2025:
i.The Spanish Grand Prix 2025 marked the 35th edition of the Spanish Grand Prix and was part of the 75th
anniversary celebrations of F1.
ii.It is one of the oldest races in the world, with its first edition held in 1913. It has been a regular feature of
the Formula One calendar since 1986.
iii.The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has hosted the Spanish GP since 1991, replacing the Circuito del
Jarama.
iv.The race was contested over 66 laps of the 4.657-kilometre(km) (2.894-mile) circuit, totaling a race
distance of 307.236 kilometres (190.908 miles)

Glenn Maxwell Retires from ODI Cricket, Heinrich Klaasen Retires from International Cricket
On June 2, 2025, Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell announced retirement from the One Day
Internationals (ODIs) cricket, bringing an end to a distinguished 13-year career in the ODI format, choosing
to focus on the Twenty-20 Internationals (T20I) format ahead of 2026 International Cricket
Council (ICC) T20 World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka.
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About Glenn Maxwell:

i.He began his illustrious career in ODI in 2012 against Afghanistan, scoring 3,990 runs (4 centuries and 23
fifties) and picking up 77 wickets from 149 ODI matches.
• He made his debut in test matches in 2013 against India and T20I in 2012 against Pakistan.
ii.He has been part of two world cup winning squads for Australia in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup
in 2015 and 2023.
iii.He scored fastest double century (201 runs) from 128 balls against Afghanistan in the 2023 ICC World
Cup.
iv.His final ODI appearance was against India in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy in 2025.
Heinrich Klaasen Retires from International Cricket:
On June 2, 2025, South African Wicketkeeper-batter, Heinrich Klaasen, has announced his retirement from
all forms of international cricket at his 33 years of age to focus on work-life balance.
• Klaasen retired from Test Cricket in January 2024.
About Heinrich Klaasen:
i.He debuted in all three international formats (ODIs in 2018, test matches in 2019 and T20 International
(T20I) matches in 2018) against India.
ii.Klaasen has played 60 ODIs, scoring 2,141 runs, including 4 centuries and 11 fifties.
iii.He has played in 58 T20I, scoring 1,000 runs including 5 half centuries.
iv.He appeared in 4 test matches and scored 104 runs.
About International Cricket Council (ICC):
Chairman – Jay Shah (India)
Headquarters – Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Founded – 1909

IMPORTANT DAYS
World Bicycle Day 2025 – June 3
The United Nations (UN’s) World Bicycle Day is observed annually across the globe on June 3 to emphasize
the bicycle’s role as a simple, affordable, reliable, clean, and environmentally sustainable means of
transportation.
• The day also highlighted the bicycle’s contribution to health, education, and social inclusion,
aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Background:
i.The idea for World Bicycle Day was initiated by Polish-American social scientist Leszek J. Sibilski, who
launched a global campaign advocating for UN designated day to recognize the significance of bicycles.
ii.The UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/72/272 on April 12, 2018, declaring June 3
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• The resolution was supported by all 193 UN member states, with Turkmenistan sponsoring and
56 countries co-sponsoring.
iii.The first World Bicycle Day was celebrated on June 3, 2018.
iv.The World Cycling Alliance (WCA) and the European Cyclists’ Federation (ECF) had been advocating for
UN World Bicycle Day since 2016, and later welcomed the adoption of the UNGA resolution proclaiming the
observance.
World Bicycle Day Logo:
The official World Bicycle Day logo, designed by American artist Isaac Feld and animated by Professor John
E. Swanson, features cyclists of various types riding around the globe, with the hashtag
#June3WorldBicycleDay displayed underneath.
Significance and Benefits
i.Health: The World Health Organization (WHO) advocates cycling to reduce Non-Communicable Diseases
(NCDs) like diabetes and cancer, and to increase physical activity.
ii.Environment: Lowers air/noise pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Replacing car trips with bicycles
for journeys under 16 kilometer (km) could cut 40% of transport emissions.
iii.Social Impact: Aids poverty eradication, education access, social inclusion, and peace culture.
iv.SDG Alignment: Directly contributes to 12 of the 17 SDGs, per the 2015 report “Cycling Delivers on the
Global Goals” by the World Cycling Alliance (WCA) and European Cyclists’ Federation (ECF).
Global Initiatives:
i.UNGA Resolution A/RES/76/255 (March 15, 2022): Calls for integrating bicycles into public transport to
boost sustainability.
ii.UNESCO’s “Bicycle for All” (2023): The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO) adopted this first-ever bicycle-focused decision, initiated by Poland and supported by Austria,
Azerbaijan, Vietnam, Mexico, United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Kenya.
2025 Event:
On June 1, 2025, the 25th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle was commemorated as
the Tiranga Cycling Rally across India. Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Ministry of Youth Affairs
and Sports (MYAS) led the flagship event at Major Dhyanchand National Stadium in New Delhi (Delhi),
joined by 1,500+ cyclists.
• The event witnessed 15,000+ participants cycled across 5,000+ locations to honor India’s armed
forces and mark World Bicycle Day 2025.
i.During the event, Dr. Mandaviya launched two key initiatives:
• Fit India Newsletter: A monthly digest featuring inspiring stories, updates, and training tips
from fitness influencers.
• Carbon Credit Feature: Integrated into the Fit India mobile app, this feature allows cyclists to
track the carbon credits they save by cycling regularly, promoting environmental sustainability.
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STATE NEWS
Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated Lavender Festival 2025 in J&K
In June 2025, Union Minister of State(MoS)(Independent Charge, IC) Dr. Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Science
and Technology (MoS&T), inaugurated the 3rd edition of the Lavender Festival 2025 in Bhaderwah, a
town in Doda district, Jammu & Kashmir (J&K).
• The festival aims to promote agriculture-based entrepreneurship in aromatic crops, particularly
lavender farming, by showcasing success stories of rural startups and empowering local farmers.
i.The 2-day event was organised by the Jammu(J&K) based Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–
Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR–IIIM) under the CSIR-Aroma Mission, a flagship initiative of
MoS&T.
ii.The CSIR-Aroma Mission, launched in 2016, has transformed Bhaderwah into a hub of the Purple
Revolution. Farmers have generated Rs 10.5 crore in turnover by selling 1,500 kilograms(kg) of lavender
oil and 93,000 kg of dried lavender flowers.
iii.The mission has empowered over 5,000 farmers and young entrepreneurs across J&K, Uttarakhand, and
North-Eastern(NE) states by providing free quality planting material and end-to-end technological support
from cultivation to marketing.

Odisha Launches ‘ANKUR’ to build Resilient and Citizen-centric cities by 2036

In May 2025, the Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Department of the Odisha Government
launched the ‘Atal Network of Knowledge, Urbanization & Reform (ANKUR)’, a strategic initiative for
fostering inclusive, sustainable and innovative urban growth in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
• The initiative has formalized collaborations by signing Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with
six leading national and international institutions working in the urban development ecosystem.
i.ANKUR is part of the larger vision to increase Odisha’s urbanization rate from 17% to 40% by
2036 and 60% by 2047. It includes the development of a 7,000 square kilometre (sq.km) metropolitan
region encompassing Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri, Paradip, Khurda, and Jatni.
ii.ANKUR focuses on four main areas such as capacity building, knowledge and research, implementation
support, and innovation, which are designed to enhance urban planning governance through data-driven
decision-making and evidence-based reforms.
iii. ANKUR represents a collective promise, to build cities that are efficient, smart and citizen centric. It is a
movement towards Viksit Odisha, co-authored by communities, institutions and government.

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