Daily Current Affairs & Key Questions for NDA & Competitive Exams – 12 September 2025

Introduction

Stay ahead in NDA preparation and other competitive exams with this crisp roundup of the latest current affairs from diverse categories. Whether aiming to crack the NDA exam or strengthen GK for SSB, today’s news selection covers vital updates relevant to aspirants and future officers alike.

Key Recent Current Affairs Highlights

Politics & Governance

C.P. Radhakrishnan, a senior NDA leader and former Maharashtra Governor, took oath as India’s new Vice-President today, after defeating opposition candidate B Sudarshan Reddy. This event follows notable cross-voting controversies in Parliament, sparking political debate on vote trading and election ethics.

Geopolitics: Today’s Hottest Buzz

Russia and Belarus launched their large-scale “Zapad 2025” joint military exercise today, watched closely by NATO for possible signals on future military escalation. The drills are being seen as Moscow’s attempt to showcase military readiness amidst tensions with Western nations.

Defence & International Relations

India achieved a new milestone in clean energy, with installed non-fossil fuel electricity generation capacity rising to 250 GW in 2025, tripling since 2014. This emphasizes India’s commitment to sustainable growth while PM Modi is set to inaugurate projects worth ₹18,000 crore during his Assam visit tomorrow. In the international arena, India and the US reported positive momentum in trade talks, reinforcing bilateral ties.

Economy & Environment

India’s central government has directed businesses to share updated price lists for consumer durables and vehicles, following the latest GST reductions—ensuring transparency in GST relief for consumers. The World Bank approved a $212 million coastal resilience project for Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, aiming to protect coastal ecosystems and livelihoods.

Science & Technology

ISRO and NASA are set to launch NISAR, a collaborative Earth observation satellite, from Sriharikota today to boost climate and disaster monitoring. Separately, scientists highlighted breakthroughs in controlled nuclear fusion and reported the discovery of significant Martian rock samples by NASA’s Perseverance rover—potentially revolutionizing our understanding of life beyond Earth.

Sports

India’s tennis ace Sumit Nagal leads the squad against Switzerland at the Davis Cup World Group I tie today, joined by rising stars Aryan Shah and Dhakshineswar Suresh in an exciting international matchup. In cricket, the Asia Cup continues to deliver thrilling contests, while Indian women’s hockey team prepares to face Japan in the Asia Cup Super 4s after a challenging loss to China.

Awards & Recognitions

• Shah Rukh Khan and Vikrant Massey have jointly won the National Film Award for Best Actor for “Jawan” and “12th Fail,” respectively, while Rani Mukerji took home Best Actress for “Mrs. Chatterjee vs. Norway”.
• The Padma Awards 2025 featured 139 honorees across fields including art, education, and public affairs, demonstrating India’s recognition of outstanding achievements.

Importance for NDA and Other Aspirants

Comprehensive knowledge of the latest current affairs, from political developments and defence news to science innovations and sports victories, is crucial for excelling in the NDA exam and SSB interviews. These updates sharpen general knowledge, analytical skills, and awareness—major determinants for selection in top defence careers and other competitive exams.

Repeated Past Important Questions

1. Who is the only Indian to win an Olympic gold medal in athletics?
   • (a) Milkha Singh (b) P.T. Usha (c) Neeraj Chopra (d) Abhinav Bindra
2. Which summit led to the adoption of the Paris Agreement on climate change?
   • (a) G20 Hamburg (b) UN Climate Change Conference 2015 (c) SAARC Kathmandu (d) BRICS Goa
3. What is the rank of India in terms of installed renewable energy capacity as of 2025?
   • (a) 2nd (b) 3rd (c) 4th (d) 5th
4. Who took oath as the Vice-President of India in September 2025?
   • (a) Venkaiah Naidu (b) C.P. Radhakrishnan (c) Jagdeep Dhankhar (d) M. Hamid Ansari
5. Which Indian rover is currently active on Mars for sample collection?
   • (a) Pragyan (b) Perseverance (c) Spirit (d) Opportunity

Closing Words & Coaching Mention

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This concise update keeps NDA aspirants well-prepared with relevant and recent developments across multiple fields essential for their success.