Daily Current Affairs & Key Questions for NDA & Competitive Exams – 22 September 2025
Introduction
Stay updated for NDA preparation and other competitive exams with today’s summary of the latest current affairs across politics, defence, technology, sports, and more. Daily coverage of trending news and exam-relevant updates helps sharpen your NDA exam strategy and boosts your general awareness for SSB interviews. Discover fresh topics and vital events driving India’s national and global narrative.
Key Recent Current Affairs Highlights
Politics & Governance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that next-generation GST reforms will begin on the first day of Navratri, promising significant upgrades aimed at simplifying taxpayer processes and compliance for businesses. Meanwhile, preparations for the Bharat International Research Conference (BIRC) 2025 are set for Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, positioning India as a global academic hub.
Geopolitics
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrived in Morocco for a historic official visit and will inaugurate Tata’s first defence manufacturing plant in Africa. The trip includes signing an MoU to deepen India-Morocco defence ties, enhance strategic cooperation, and support global expansion under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
Defence & International Relations
India was elected to the INTERPOL Asian Committee at the 25th Asian Regional Conference, strengthening its role in international policing and regional security policy. The Indian Navy reported significant progress toward finalizing designs for advanced nuclear and conventional attack submarines, boosting maritime defence capability.
Economy & Environment
A new partnership between IIM Udaipur, NITI Aayog, and Bhashini aims to accelerate India’s AI-driven data and monitoring ecosystem, with initiatives announced at the India-AI Impact Summit 2026. Budget comments by the Finance Ministry highlight ongoing climate policy advancements and sustainable business reforms.
Science & Technology
The Ministry of AYUSH launched a ₹5.26 crore initiative with DEPwD to enhance technology solutions for persons with disabilities. PhonePe received RBI approval for its Payment Aggregator licence, paving the way for robust digital payment expansion in India.
Sports Highlights
- In cricket, India beat Pakistan by 6 wickets in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four, Dubai, with standout performances by openers Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill.
- India’s men’s badminton doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty entered the semifinals of China Masters 2025, continuing their winning streak on the international circuit.
Awards & Recognitions
The legendary actor Mohanlal was honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award for his contribution to Indian cinema, announced by the government in the latest notice. Additionally, the Hindi drama “Homebound” was nominated for the Oscar Awards 2026, marking a significant achievement in the arts.
Importance for NDA and Other Aspirants
Diverse current affairs coverage is crucial for NDA preparation, providing aspirants with the latest GK and analytical topics for both written NDA exams and SSB interviews. Understanding trends in governance, defence, science, and sports is essential for scoring high and confidently tackling interview rounds, forming the bedrock of a successful selection strategy.
Repeated Past Important Questions Section
- Which country recently hosted the G20 Summit attended by India’s Prime Minister?
A) Indonesia B) Italy C) India D) Japan - What is the name of the current Chief of the Indian Defence Staff?
A) Bipin Rawat B) MM Naravane C) Anil Chauhan D) Manoj Pande - Recently, Sarnath was nominated for a global heritage list. Which organization manages this list?
A) UNESCO B) UNICEF C) UNDP D) IMF - Who became the first Indian athlete to win gold at the World Athletics Championships?
A) Neeraj Chopra B) Hima Das C) P.T. Usha D) Milkha Singh - Which Indian city was renamed to ‘Ahilyanagar’ in recent railway announcements?
A) Nashik B) Ahmednagar C) Solapur D) Pune
Closing Words & Coaching Mention
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