Current Affairs — 24 September 2025

Here’s your concise & up-to-date digest of the day’s key events and developments, especially curated for aspirants gearing up for competitive exams like UPSC, NDA, CDS, and AFCAT.

Daily Current Affairs Quiz

1. Which film has been chosen as India’s official entry for the Oscars 2026?
Answer: Homebound

2. Which country will host the AI Impact Summit 2026?
Answer: India

3. In which state was the Asian Cadet Cup 2025 inaugurated?
Answer: Uttarakhand

4. Who became the first Indian to take 100 wickets in T20 International cricket?
Answer: Arshdeep Singh

5. In which country will India inaugurate its first defense manufacturing plant in Africa under Atmanirbhar Bharat?
Answer: Morocco

One-Liner Current Affairs

• The first country to invest in the Tropical Forests Forever Fund is Brazil.
• Smriti Mandhana became the fastest Indian to score a century in ODIs.
• Tirumala Hills and Erra Matti Dibbas in Andhra Pradesh have been added to UNESCO’s tentative list.
• The 5th Official Language Conference took place in Gandhinagar.
• India will host the 5th Coast Guard Summit.

Important Highlights — September 2025

Project Vijayak: On its 15th Raising Day (21 September), the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) marked its achievements in Kargil, Ladakh. Since 2010, the project has constructed ~1,400 km of roads and 80 major bridges. In April 2025, the Zojila Pass was reopened in just 31 days after winter closure, a move that boosts both strategic mobility and local connectivity.

Clean Plant Programme (CPP): Approved by the Union Cabinet, this initiative—backed by the Asian Development Bank (ADB)—aims to supply farmers with virus-free planting material for key fruit crops. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the National Horticulture Board (NHB) are rolling out nine Clean Plant Centers (CPCs) to provide diagnostic, treatment, and quarantine services.

Defence & Diplomacy: The Indian Air Force has launched a major military exercise near the Nepal-China border, reinforcing readiness in a sensitive region. Simultaneously, India signed a defence cooperation MoU with Morocco, expanding collaboration in counter-terrorism, maritime security, and strategic ties.

Conclusion

Staying updated with current affairs is not just helpful — it's essential for competitive examinations. On 24 September 2025, topics spanning film & culture, defence, agriculture, and international diplomacy all made headlines. As an aspirant, you should focus your revision across sectors like:
– International partnerships & diplomacy
– Strategic & defence domain developments
– Agricultural innovation & environmental policies
– Science, culture, sports & regional updates

Make it a habit to revise daily, maintain short notes, and test yourself regularly with quizzes — it can make a notable difference in your exam preparation journey. All the best!