Current affairs are very important for students preparing for government exams like SSC, UPSC, Banking, Railways, and State PSC. Each day brings important news from India and around the world. To help students stay prepared and ahead, here are the full current affairs for 11th July 2025, explained in simple English. The news is divided topic-wise: National, International, Banking, Appointments, Awards, Science, and Sports. Use this article for daily GK revision, note-making, or quiz practice.
Top 5 Headlines Current Affairs 11th July
| Rank | News Highlight |
|---|---|
| 1 | PM Modi receives Namibia’s highest civilian honour: “Order of the Most Ancient Welwitschia Mirabilis” |
| 2 | Nvidia touches $4 trillion valuation, nearly 75% of India’s entire market cap |
| 3 | SEBI proposes expansion of credit rating agencies’ roles beyond its jurisdiction |
| 4 | Andhra Pradesh launches AI-based mosquito surveillance system (SMoSS) |
| 5 | RBI issues draft guidelines for novation of OTC derivative contracts |
🇮🇳 National News
India Maize Summit 2025 Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the 11th India Maize Summit with a plan to double maize output by 2047. The goal is to improve farmers’ income, bring modern techniques to farms, and attract private companies for value-added maize products.
Delhi Launches Saheli Smart Card Delhi replaced the old pink ticket system with a new Saheli Smart Card for free bus travel for Delhi-based women and transgender persons. The card is usable across metro, buses, parking, and retail.
Syama Prasad Mookerjee Stamp Released The government released a commemorative stamp on the 125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee at a cultural event in Delhi.
Andhra Pradesh’s Digi-Lakshmi Scheme Andhra Pradesh launched Digi-Lakshmi, a scheme to help urban poor women become digital entrepreneurs by running public service kiosks under the One Family One Entrepreneur initiative.
Smart Mosquito Surveillance System (SMoSS) AP also introduced SMoSS in 6 cities using AI, drones, and IoT to control mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and malaria. It allows targeted spraying, fogging, and real-time data mapping.
International News
Namibia Honours PM Modi Namibia awarded its highest civilian award to PM Modi, recognizing India’s growing partnership with the African nation. Namibia also signed MoUs with India and adopted the UPI system.
Pakistan & Turkey Expand Ties Pakistan and Turkey agreed to deepen cooperation in defence, trade, energy, and infrastructure. Discussions also covered regional peace and revival of the Istanbul-Tehran-Islamabad train route.
Banking, Finance & Business
SEBI Opens Doors for More Ratings SEBI proposed allowing credit rating agencies to rate financial instruments even outside its regulatory area. Agencies must set up separate units for this.
RBI Regulates Novation in OTC Derivatives RBI released draft directions to standardise novation (transfer of contracts) in Over-the-Counter derivatives for better legal clarity and risk management.
Nvidia’s Market Cap Hits $4 Trillion Tech giant Nvidia became the first company to reach a $4 trillion valuation—equal to 75% of India’s total equity market. This reflects the rapid growth of AI-based technology worldwide.
Science & Technology
Starlink Gets Approval to Launch Internet in India IN-SPACe granted a license to Elon Musk’s Starlink to provide satellite-based internet services in India. This will help connect remote areas with high-speed internet.
Books & Authors
‘Das Paise Ka Postcard’ Launched Retired Army officer S.N. Ahmed launched a nostalgic book on the lost art of postcards, titled Das Paise Ka Postcard, in Hyderabad.
Awards & Honours
Modi Gets 27th Global Honour Modi received Namibia’s top award, becoming the first Indian to do so.
Chintha Raveendran Award to Sarankumar Limbale Noted Marathi writer Sarankumar Limbale received the award for his contribution to Dalit literature and human rights.
Appointments
- Sabih Khan appointed as new COO of Apple, replacing Jeff Williams.
- Abhijit Kishore and Rahul Vatts reappointed as COAI Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, respectively.
Defence & Maritime
Indian Navy Gets ‘Nistar’ Hindustan Shipyard delivered the first Indigenous Diving Support Vessel named Nistar to the Indian Navy. The ship can rescue submarines and carry deep-sea diving operations.
Important Days
World Population Day 2025 (11 July) Observed to spread awareness about population issues, gender equality, poverty, and reproductive health. Theme: “Empowering young people to create the families they want in a fair and hopeful world.”
Obituaries
Gordon Rorke, former Australian fast bowler, passed away at the age of 87.
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