Here’s a detailed and broader update of today’s current affairs as of 8th July 2025. We have covered all the news for 8th July so far, by the end of the day we will update the complete affairs for today. It covers national, international, economic, state, health, defense, and more, especially useful for Urdu exam aspirants.
Summary of Current Affairs 8th July
| Field | Key Highlights |
|---|---|
| Aviation | Air India crash preliminary report submitted |
| Language Policy | Maharashtra official language inclusivity measures |
| Diplomacy | India abstains at UN, BRICS summit sees Indonesia joining |
| Economy | Rupee steady, India ranks among most equal economies |
| Health Technology | AI‑based TB mortality model launched in Tamil Nadu |
| Mining & ESG | Three mines awarded top sustainability ratings |
| Trade Proposal | USD 150–200 billion deal submitted to USA |
| Defence & Security | Civil defence drill (Operation Abhyaas) reviewed; Naval ties with Japan strengthen |
| Awards & Governance | Padma nominations open, Bihar electoral updates, NE SDG index published |
India – Key Developments (July 8, 2025)
Aviation: Air India Crash Investigation
Investigators from India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau have formally submitted the preliminary report on the June 12 Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad to the Ministry of Civil Aviation. The report outlines likely causes and safety recommendations.
Official Language Policy – Maharashtra
A delegation from the Parliamentary Official Language Committee, led by Dr. Dinesh Sharma, met Maharashtra Governor C. P. Radhakrishnan in Mumbai. They announced that henceforth, letters received in Marathi or Tamil will be replied in the same regional language, along with a Hindi translation, as part of promoting linguistic inclusivity.
India Abstains at UN: Afghanistan Resolution
India abstained in the UN General Assembly voting on a resolution urging Afghanistan to uphold human rights and curb terrorism. India cited a preference for targeted, coordinated global efforts over standard declarations.
Global Diplomacy: BRICS Summit Expansion
The 17th BRICS Summit concluded in Rio de Janeiro. India’s Prime Minister chairing the event supported democratic global governance and called for stronger Global South representation. Notably, Indonesia officially joined BRICS at the summit.
Economy & Markets
Indian Rupee Inches Up
The Indian rupee showed slight gains as Asian markets remained calm, despite U.S. tariff hikes imposed on other nations like Japan and South Korea. The stability reflects investor confidence in India’s macroeconomic fundamentals.
State & Sector Highlights
Health: Predictive AI for TB in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu rolled out a pioneering AI-based predictive model integrated into its TB SeWA app. This model estimates mortality risk among adult TB patients, enabling healthcare workers to prioritize high-risk cases early.
Environment & Mining: ESG Awards
The Ministry of Mines awarded seven-star sustainability ratings to three mines for meeting top-tier environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards in mining operations.
International Affairs
Diplomacy & Trade: India–USA Deal Proposal
India has formally submitted a trade agreement proposal valued at USD 150–200 billion to the United States. The proposal covers trade in goods and services, and awaits decision on future engagement.
Global Equity Ranking: India
According to a new World Bank report, India ranks as the 4th most income-equal country globally, with a Gini coefficient of 25.5, signaling high economic inclusiveness.
Infrastructure & Events
Energy Storage Forum Launched
India Energy Storage Week (IESW) 2025 begins today in New Delhi, featuring technology exhibitions and panels on battery innovations such as solid‑state batteries and lithium‑sulphur tech. Delegations from over 20 countries are attending.
Security & Defence
Parliament & Security Coordination
After reports of Russia shooting down 120 Ukrainian drones, India reaffirmed its non-use of military drones for export-sensitive purposes. Separately, India’s Operation Abhyaas, a nationwide civil defence mock drill, took place in May to enhance emergency preparedness.
Naval Diplomacy with Japan
Japan Coast Guard Ship Itsukushima arrived in Chennai, reinforcing India–Japan maritime cooperation in naval training and security patrol exercises.
Other Developments
Padma Awards Nominations Open
Nominations for Padma Awards 2026 have been officially announced with a deadline of July 31, 2025. Citizens are encouraged to nominate leaders in diverse fields.
Bihar Election Update
The State Election Commission of India (SIR) overseeing electoral rolls in Bihar reports smooth implementation of its initial processing phase.
Science & Innovation
NITI Aayog released the latest North Eastern Region District SDG Index (2023‑24), ranking districts by their performance on Sustainable Development Goals.