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01 September, 2025
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Mon 01 Sep, 2025
National News
India Suspends All Postal Services to the US
- The Department of Posts has temporarily suspended all types of postal services to the United States.
- This decision follows the ambiguity in new U.S. customs regulations issued on July 30, 2025, and the ongoing tariff disputes between India and the U.S.
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IMCTs Formed to Assess Rain and Flood Damage
- The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has constituted Inter-Ministerial Central Teams (IMCTs) to assess the damage caused by heavy rainfall, floods, flash floods, cloudbursts, and landslides in Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, and the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
Assistance by Central Government in Financial Year 2025-26:
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App Launched for IMC 2025
- Union Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya Scindia launched the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 application in New Delhi.
- The 9th edition of IMC 2025 will be held from October 8 to 11, 2025, at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi.
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International News
25th SCO Summit Held in Tianjin, China
- The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit was held in Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September 1, 2025.
- The summit was attended by leaders from over 20 countries and heads of 10 international organizations, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- PM Modi urged SCO leaders to reject double standards on terrorism and called for opposing it in all its forms.
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Economy and Banking
Gig Workforce in India
- India’s gig workforce is projected to rise from 10 million in FY 2024-25 to 23.5 million by FY 2029-30.
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State News
42% reservation bill for backward castes passed
- The Telangana Assembly passed two important bills providing 42% reservation to backward castes in local body elections.
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| First Bill: Telangana Municipalities (Third Amendment) Bill, 2025 | Second Bill: Telangana Panchayat Raj (Third Amendment) Bill, 2025 | These bills were introduced after amending the law passed in 2018 |
‘Nomadic Tribes Board’
UP to Set Up Nomadic Tribes Board
- The Uttar Pradesh government will establish a ‘Nomadic Tribes Board’ aimed at the welfare of nomadic and denotified tribes.
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Mizoram Launches Special Anti-Drug Campaign
- Mizoram has launched a four-month special anti-drug campaign from September 1 to December 31, 2025.
- The campaign will be carried out across 11 drug-affected districts, villages, and border areas of the state.
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Awards and Honours
Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025 Announced
- The Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025, often referred to as the “Nobel of Asia”, was announced on August 31, 2025, in the Philippines.
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SCOPE Excellence Awards 2022-23 Presented
- President Droupadi Murmu presented the SCOPE Excellence Awards 2022-23 in New Delhi.
- The award recognizes Public Sector Enterprises (PSEs) for their outstanding contribution in innovation, corporate governance, and sustainable development.
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Art and Culture
Mahagoura Festival
- Celebrated in Sudurpaschim region of Nepal and at Tundikhel in Kathmandu Valley.
- The festival lasts for four days, beginning on Panchami and ending on Ashtami, marked by various religious rituals.
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Environment News
Sheesham Tree Density Lowest in Tamil Nadu
- According to a habitat modelling study conducted by the Institute of Wood Science and Technology (IWST), Bengaluru, only 17.2% of suitable habitats for Dalbergia latifolia (Indian rosewood/Sheesham) in India fall under protected areas.
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Study on Coral Microatolls
- A research team led by Prof. Paul Kench of the National University of Singapore, in collaboration with Nanyang Technological University, conducted a study on coral microatolls.
- The study found that coral microatolls can provide high-resolution and long-term records of sea-level changes.
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Important Days
National Nutrition Week
- Observed every year from 1st to 7th September to raise awareness about the importance of a balanced diet and healthy eating habits, while addressing nutritional deficiencies.
- Organized since 1982 by the Food and Nutrition Board under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India.
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LIC Foundation Day
- Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) celebrates its Foundation Day on 1st September every year.
- It is a public sector life insurance company owned by the Government of India and the largest insurance company in the country.
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC):
| Established: 1 September 1956 | Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra | Slogan: “Yogakshemam Vahamyaham” (from Bhagavad Gita) |
World Alzheimer’s Month
- Observed every year in September to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
- Alzheimer’s is a neurological disorder that primarily affects the elderly, causing problems with memory, thinking, and behavior.
Rashtriya Poshan Maah (National Nutrition Month)
- Observed in India every year from 1st to 30th September.
- An annual campaign led by the Ministry of Women & Child Development.
- Aim: To eliminate malnutrition and promote better nutrition and healthcare.
Literacy Week
- Observed in India from 1st to 8th September every year.
- Focuses on promoting ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Program and encouraging public participation for its success.
ULLAS: Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram :
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