Daily Current Affairs & Key Questions for NDA & Competitive Exams – 15 August 2025
Introduction
Stay ahead in your NDA preparation with today’s comprehensive coverage of essential current affairs from multiple domains. This daily digest highlights the most significant developments across politics, defence, economy, science and sports that are crucial for NDA exam success and interview preparation.
Key Recent Current Affairs Highlights
Politics & Governance
India’s 79th Independence Day was celebrated with Prime Minister Modi delivering a record 103-minute speech from the Red Fort. He emphasized unity, paid tribute to freedom fighters and leaders like Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, and highlighted Operation Sindoor as a symbol of India’s defence capabilities. Policies for self-reliance, inclusive growth, and national security were key themes.
Defence & International Relations
The Prime Minister announced the Sudarshan Chakra Mission, an ambitious plan to develop an advanced weapons system by 2035. Inspired by Lord Krishna’s legendary weapon, this defence shield will protect critical sites nationwide. Operation Sindoor, in which India used the BrahMos missile and S-400 systems to prevent missile and drone attacks, was highlighted as a recent success story for Indian defence. India also received the Airbus C-295 military transport aircraft, enhancing its strategic airlift capabilities.
Economy & Environment
India has reached a major milestone: 100GW of solar PV module manufacturing capacity, underlining leadership in renewable energy. The RBI is set to introduce continuous clearing and settlement in Cheque Truncation System (CTS). Meanwhile, Bibi Fatima Women’s Self-Help Group received the UNDP Equator Initiative Award for sustainability, and India’s 2030 Commonwealth Games bid has been officially approved by the Indian Olympic Association.
Science & Technology
The Union Minister launched the “Bharat Steel 2026” initiative, and Astrophel Aerospace signed an MoU to develop reusable rocket engines. IGNCA and BSIP also signed an MoU to strengthen science-culture integration.
Sports
- IPL 2025: Lucknow Super Giants finished 7th in the IPL 2025 table, winning 6 out of 14 matches. Trade window discussions are underway for IPL 2026, with costliest player picks expected in the mini-auction.
- Asian Surfing Championships: India performed strongly, securing full quotas for the upcoming 2026 Asian Games. Additionally, S. Rohith Krishna became India’s 89th Chess Grandmaster.
Importance for NDA and Other Aspirants
Staying updated on daily current affairs from diverse topics is crucial for NDA preparation. These events reflect ongoing developments in defence, science, sports, and governance—areas frequently covered in NDA/SSB exams and interviews. Awareness of such news stories enables aspirants to develop critical General Knowledge and confidence for both written exams and personal interviews.
Repeated Past Important Questions Section
- Who was the first woman appointed as GCC-India Trade Commissioner in Luxury Diplomacy?
- A) Zeenat Kureshi
- B) Njattyela Sreedharan
- C) S. Rohith Krishna
- D) Dr Vece Paes
- What is Operation Sindoor related to in India’s defence history?
- A) Offshore Oil Drilling
- B) Border Road Construction
- C) Military operation against missile/drone attacks
- D) River Cleaning Project
- Which missile system was imported by India in 2019 to address air defence gaps?
- A) BrahMos
- B) S-400
- C) Agni-V
- D) Nirbhay
- What renewable energy capacity milestone did India achieve in August 2025?
- A) 50GW Wind
- B) 100GW Solar PV
- C) 200GW Hydro
- D) 120GW Biomass
- What award did the Bibi Fatima Women’s Self-Help Group receive in August 2025?
- A) Nari Shakti Puraskar
- B) UNDP Equator Initiative Award
- C) Padma Shri
- D) Global Green Prize
Closing Words
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This concise update keeps NDA aspirants well-prepared with relevant and recent developments across multiple fields essential for their success.