Staying updated with current events is essential for aspirants preparing for UPSC, PCS, SSC, and CGL. This article offers a detailed, structured, and exam-relevant current affairs digest dated 15 June 2025, organized under specific sections to support your preparation effectively. All content is designed to align with the demands of government competitive exams.
Editor’s Pick – Top 3 News of the Day
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India-EU Free Trade Talks Resume After 5 Years [Important]
Talks on the India-EU Free Trade Agreement resumed with a focus on digital trade and green energy cooperation. -
ISRO Successfully Tests Indigenous Space-Based Navigation System Upgrade
Enhances India’s NavIC system, making it more accurate and competitive with GPS. -
GST Council Approves Rate Rationalization for Health Sector
Critical changes in GST slabs for medical devices and health insurance.
National News (India-Focused)
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India-EU FTA Negotiations Resume in Brussels [Important]
After a 5-year pause, India and the European Union have restarted negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement. Key focus areas include green tech, e-commerce, and sustainable development.
Relevance: International trade, bilateral relations (GS-II). -
Cabinet Approves Expansion of PM Gati Shakti Scheme
₹2.5 lakh crore earmarked for integrated infrastructure development across 8 core sectors.
Exam Angle: Economic growth, Infrastructure push. -
National Education Policy 2020 Implementation Report Released
The Ministry of Education published a progress report. 67% of NEP goals are underway or complete, especially under digital learning initiatives.
Committee Involved: Kasturirangan Committee. -
Supreme Court Begins Hearing on Electoral Bonds Scheme
Constitutionality of anonymous political funding is under scrutiny.
Legal Aspect: Article 19(1)(a) – Right to Information.
International Affairs
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UN Security Council Meets Over South China Sea Dispute
Tensions between China, the Philippines, and Vietnam rise due to recent naval activity. India has urged all parties to follow UNCLOS protocols.
Context for India: Freedom of navigation and regional stability. -
France Holds Early Parliamentary Elections After EU Losses
Political instability follows major electoral defeat of the ruling party.
Relevance: Geopolitical changes affecting EU-India ties. -
Iran, Saudi Arabia Sign Joint Energy Research Accord
Marks continued thaw in relations, possibly affecting OPEC oil strategies.
Link to India: Potential impact on oil imports.
Government Schemes / Policies
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Launch of ‘Arogya Suraksha Yojana’ for Urban Poor [Important]
Health insurance scheme covering 15 crore individuals in urban slums.-
Coverage: ₹5 lakh/family
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Integrated with Ayushman Bharat database
Exam Link: Welfare schemes, urban development.
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Revised Guidelines for PM Fasal Bima Yojana Announced
Now allows voluntary participation for marginal farmers and introduces AI-based damage assessment.
Important for agriculture and environment-linked questions.
Economic Updates
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Wholesale Inflation Falls to 1.2% in May 2025
Primarily due to decline in fuel and food prices.-
Food Inflation: 2.1%
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Fuel & Power: -0.3%
Exam relevance: Macro-economic indicators.
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RBI Governor Comments on Digital Rupee Trials
Pilot trials have shown promising results in interbank transactions.-
Next Phase: Retail testing in 10 cities
Relevant for economy, digital banking.
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NITI Aayog Releases Report on Circular Economy
Proposes 25% reduction in industrial waste by 2030 using green tech.
Committee Head: Amitabh Kant (former CEO)
Science & Technology
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ISRO Tests Next-Gen NavIC System [Important]
Upgrade adds global positioning capability, competing with GPS and Galileo.-
Accuracy: ~5 meters
Exam Value: Indigenous technology, space achievements.
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DRDO Unveils Lightweight Bulletproof Jackets
Designed for CRPF and BSF personnel in high-risk zones.-
Weight: 6.5 kg (30% lighter)
Keywords: Defence, Innovation.
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Environment & Ecology
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Western Ghats Report Alarms on Biodiversity Loss
Annual data from the Forest Survey of India reveals a 3.2% decline in forest cover.-
Key concern: Expansion of coffee plantations.
Relevant for environment, biodiversity conservation.
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Plastic Waste Management Rules Amended
Introduces Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance dashboard.
Legal Provision: Environment Protection Act, 1986.
Sports
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Neeraj Chopra Wins Gold in Paris Athletics Meet [Important]
With a throw of 89.56m, he secures top podium position ahead of Olympics.
Link: Paris 2024 Olympics prep. -
Indian Women’s Hockey Team Enters Asia Cup Finals
Defeated South Korea 3-1 in the semi-finals. Final to be held on June 18.
Importance: Indian sports on the global stage.
Important Dates / Observances
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day – 15 June
Focus 2025: “Justice for Elders: Ending Financial Exploitation”
Related schemes: Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana, IGNOAPS. -
Global Wind Day
Celebrates wind energy and its impact on decarbonization.
India’s status: 4th largest wind power producer.
Miscellaneous (Awards, Books, Persons in News)
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Author Anuja Chauhan Wins Sahitya Akademi Award 2025
For her English novel “Empire of Dust.”
Relevance: Literary awards. -
Padma Bhushan Recipient & Social Reformer Anna Malhotra Passes Away
India’s first woman IAS officer, age 91.
Important Person in News. -
UNESCO Adds 3 Indian Sites to Tentative World Heritage List
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Tawang Monastery (Arunachal Pradesh)
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Majuli River Island (Assam)
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Sunder Nursery (Delhi)
Exam relevance: Cultural heritage, UNESCO status.
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Today in History – 15 June
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1215 – Magna Carta signed by King John of England. [Important: Foundation of modern legal rights]
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1977 – Emergency in India lifted after 21 months.
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1999 – Kargil War escalates with major air operations.
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2001 – Nepal Royal Massacre shocks the Himalayan nation.
Prelims Fact
What is NavIC?
NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) is an independent regional navigation satellite system developed by ISRO. It covers India and a region extending up to 1,500 km from its boundary.
5 MCQ Questions for Practice
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Which organization recently tested an upgraded indigenous satellite navigation system?
a) DRDO
b) ISRO
c) BEL
d) BARC
Answer: b) ISRO -
India recently resumed Free Trade Agreement negotiations with which global entity?
a) ASEAN
b) SAARC
c) EU
d) BRICS
Answer: c) EU -
NavIC is designed to cover how much area beyond India’s boundary?
a) 500 km
b) 1,000 km
c) 1,500 km
d) 2,000 km
Answer: c) 1,500 km -
Who is the head of the committee for Circular Economy Report 2025?
a) Rajiv Kumar
b) Amitabh Kant
c) N.K. Singh
d) Ramesh Chand
Answer: b) Amitabh Kant -
Which Indian author recently received the Sahitya Akademi Award 2025?
a) Arundhati Roy
b) Anuja Chauhan
c) Chetan Bhagat
d) Jhumpa Lahiri
Answer: b) Anuja Chauhan
This comprehensive current affairs digest is your one-stop daily update for UPSC, PCS, SSC, CGL and other competitive exams. Stay consistent with your preparation, revise the Prelims Fact daily, and attempt the MCQs for practice.
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