Daily Current Affairs – 5 September 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
The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹1,500 crore incentive scheme under the National Critical Mineral Mission to promote recycling of critical minerals like lithium-ion batteries and e-waste. This six-year scheme aims to boost India’s domestic mineral capacity and supply chain resilience—key for economic self-reliance and environmental sustainability.
Geopolitics
Highlighting today’s hottest geopolitical buzz, a significant bilateral meeting took place during Singapore Prime Minister Wong’s official visit to India on September 4. Both nations discussed strengthening economic, defence, and technology collaborations, marking an important development in India-ASEAN ties and boosting India’s diplomacy profile in Asia.
Defence & International Relations
India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) transferred three advanced materials technologies to the domestic industry, enhancing local defence manufacturing. Additionally, preparations for high-level strategic discussions at the IISS Prague Defence Summit are underway, with security challenges in Eastern Europe and Indo-Pacific commanding attention.
Economy & Environment
The Reserve Bank of India has stated that India’s Current Account Deficit (CAD) reduced to USD 2.4 billion in Q1 FY26, reflecting improved economic performance. Meanwhile, India launched its first vulture conservation portal in Assam, a step toward wildlife preservation and habitat management, reinforcing India’s commitment to environmental protection.
Science & Technology
India developed its first indigenous water-soluble fertilizer technology, a breakthrough for sustainable agriculture. On the international front, NASA’s TESS mission discovered two new rocky exoplanets, expanding scientific curiosity about habitable worlds beyond Earth.
Sports
Cricket news is buzzing with Mohammad Siraj signing as brand ambassador for Skechers. Veteran leg-spinner Amit Mishra announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket, marking the end of a celebrated sporting chapter. These sports updates are trending and relevant for national-level competitions.
Awards & Recognitions
- Teachers’ Day National Awards: PM Modi felicitated outstanding teachers contributing to innovation in education.
- BRICS Science Award 2025: Dr. Suman Sharma (India) recognized for her work in vaccine research.
- Star Rating Awards for Coal Mines: Announced for excellence in sustainable mining practices across India.
Importance for NDA and Other Aspirants
These diverse current affairs form the backbone of critical GK and current affairs topics in NDA and SSB exams. Staying updated helps aspirants answer high-value questions in written papers as well as in interviews, strengthening their overall exam preparation strategy for scoring and selection success through best NDA coaching in Dehradun.
Repeated Past Important Questions (MCQs)
- Who is the chairman of the National Critical Mineral Mission recently formed by India?
A) NITI Aayog Vice Chairman
B) Prime Minister
C) Union Minister of Mines
D) Cabinet Secretary
Answer: C - Which mission recently discovered two rocky exoplanets named ‘TOI-2322 b’ and ‘TOI-2322 c’?
A) Chandrayaan-3
B) TESS Mission
C) Mars Rover
D) Gaganyaan
Answer: B - Veteran cricketer Amit Mishra represents which country?
A) England
B) Australia
C) India
D) South Africa
Answer: C - The Star Rating Awards are associated with which sector?
A) Banking
B) Mining
C) Education
D) Defence
Answer: B - The first vulture conservation portal of India is launched in which state?
A) Rajasthan
B) Assam
C) Kerala
D) West Bengal
Answer: B.
Closing Words & Coaching Mention
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