Daily Current Affairs & Key Questions for NDA & Competitive Exams – 13 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, and science that are crucial for NDA exam success and interview preparation.
Key Recent Current Affairs Highlights:
Politics & Governance: The Union Cabinet approved the establishment of four new semiconductor manufacturing units worth Rs 4,600 crore across Punjab, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh. This initiative aims to boost India’s self-reliance in semiconductor production and strengthen the economy.
Defence & International Relations: The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) announced the selection of a consortium led by Bangalore-based Pixxel Space India to develop and operate India’s first fully indigenous commercial Earth Observation satellite constellation, marking a significant milestone in India’s space defense capabilities.
Economy & Environment: Retail inflation has hit an eight-year low of 1.55%, driven by a drop in food prices, easing consumer prices and strengthening the economic outlook. Additionally, Rajasthan launched India’s first drone-based artificial rain trial, using 60 drones for cloud seeding in a joint effort between the state agriculture department and GenX AI.
Science & Technology: Advances in space technology continue as Tata’s Nelco is set to roll out Eutelsat OneWeb Low Earth Orbit satellite services in India, enhancing satellite internet connectivity and digital services across the country.
Sports: India’s U-20 Women’s Football Team qualified for the AFC Asian Cup 2026 after a 20-year gap, signaling promising growth in Indian women’s sports on the international stage.
Importance for NDA and Other Aspirants:
Regularly following diverse current affairs topics enriches candidates’ knowledge, preparing them thoroughly for the NDA/SSB exams and interviews. The blend of politics, defense, economy, science, and sports news strengthens general awareness, a critical skill for success in the NDA exam and related competitive exams.
Repeated Past Important Questions:
- Which ministry approved the purchase of 156 Light Combat Helicopters for the Indian Army and Air Force recently?
- What is the significance of the S-400 missile system as stated by the IAF Chief during Operation Sindoor?
- Which Indian football team qualified for the AFC Asian Cup 2026 after a 20-year gap?
- What project uses around 60 drones for artificial rain trial in Rajasthan?
- Name the first fully indigenous commercial Earth Observation satellite constellation developer selected by IN-SPACe.
Closing Words & Coaching Mention:
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