National News

Launch of the ‘Brain Health Initiative’

• NITI Aayog has launched the ‘Brain Health Initiative’, which will be implemented at the district and block levels in India.
• This initiative is a significant step towards human resource empowerment and has been launched under the leadership of the Additional Secretary and Mission Director of NITI Aayog.
• It has been initiated as a pilot program in 12 aspirational districts of the country.

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International News

UAE Issues Stern Warning to Israel

• The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has issued a stern warning to Israel, stating that any plan to annex or occupy the West Bank would be considered a “red line” for Abu Dhabi.
• The UAE has further emphasized that such a move could seriously undermine the relations established between the two countries under the Abraham Accords.

United Arab Emirates (UAE) :

Singapore Prime Minister on India Visit

• Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is on a three-day visit to India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
• This is his first official visit as Prime Minister.

Singapore :

State News

First Place in the Eradication of Senna spectabilis

• Kerala has secured the first position in India for the eradication of the invasive alien plant Senna spectabilis (commonly known as Calceolaria Shower).
• This invasive plant poses a serious threat to native biodiversity. It spreads rapidly, eliminates local species, alters the chemical composition of the soil, and creates a shortage of food for wildlife.

Senna spectabilis :

Installation of Vikramaditya Vedic Clock

• A Vikramaditya Vedic Clock has been installed at the residence of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, which he inaugurated on 31 August 2025.

Vikramaditya Vedic Clock:

“Samarth Uttar Pradesh – Viksit Uttar Pradesh 2047” Campaign

• The Government of Uttar Pradesh has launched the campaign “Samarth Uttar Pradesh – Viksit Uttar Pradesh 2047”, with the goal of making the state a 6-trillion-dollar economy by 2047.

Approval of 15 Proposals: Uttar Pradesh

• The Uttar Pradesh Cabinet, on 2 September 2025, approved 15 important proposals related to the development of the state.

Major proposals:

Country’s First Senior Citizens Commission

• The Government of Kerala has established the country’s first Senior Citizens Commission under the Kerala State Senior Citizens Commission Act, 2025.
• The objective of this commission is to protect the rights of the elderly, ensure their welfare, and address issues such as neglect and abuse.

Economy and Banking

MOIL Records Its Best-Ever Performance

• MOIL (Manganese Ore India Limited) achieved its highest-ever production in August 2025 by producing 1.45 lakh tonnes, marking a 17% increase compared to the same period last year.

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Quarterly Bulletin of Unorganised Sector Enterprises

• The National Statistical Office (NSO) under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has released the first-ever Quarterly Bulletin on Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (QBUSE).
• This bulletin includes estimates for January–March 2025 and April–June 2025.

QBUSE Key Points (Jan-Mar 2025 & Apr-Jun 2025):

Approval for Recycling and Production of Critical Minerals

• The Union Cabinet has approved an incentive scheme worth ₹1,500 crore for the recycling and production of critical minerals.
• This scheme is part of the National Critical Minerals Mission (NCMM) and aims to strengthen the domestic capacity and supply chain of critical minerals.

Scheme Key Points:

56th Meeting of the GST Council

• The 56th meeting of the GST Council was held on 3–4 September 2025 in New Delhi, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

Key Highlights:

Limit for Intraday Equity Index Derivatives

• The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a new framework to monitor intraday positions in equity index derivatives.
• The objective of this framework is to manage large risks and maintain stability in the market.

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Agreement between Merck and Tata Electronics

• Science and technology company Merck and Tata Electronics have signed an MoU to enhance cooperation in the semiconductor sector.
• This partnership will focus on semiconductor materials, manufacturing infrastructure, and specialized chemical and gas distribution.

Key Facts:

Reports and Indexes

‘World Mental Health Today’ and ‘Mental Health Atlas 2024’

• The World Health Organization (WHO) has released two important reports — ‘World Mental Health Today’ and ‘Mental Health Atlas 2024’.
• These reports highlight the global status of mental health, the growing challenges, and the urgent reforms needed in this field.

According to the report:

Art and Culture

Karma Puja

• Karma Puja is a major tribal harvest festival celebrated in states like Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh.
• It is dedicated to the worship of nature and the bond between brothers and sisters.

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Awards and Honours

National Teachers’ Award 2025

• The Department of School Education & Literacy has selected 45 teachers from schools across India for the National Teachers’ Award 2025.
• These teachers represent 27 states, 7 union territories, and 6 national organizations. Among the awardees, there are 24 men and 21 women.

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