News of The Day: 30th August 2025

News of The Day – 30th August 2025

Sources: The Hindu, Indian Express, Live Mint, Business Standard, Economic Times, PIB and AIR, etc

(Syllabus Relevance)

(GS 1: History & Culture)

• About Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji 
• What role does Sikh heritage play in India’s cultural history? 

(GS 1: Culture, GS 2: Polity)

• What is Ram Setu and its historical significance? 
• What is the constitutional and legal process for declaring a site a national monument? 

(GS 2: IR)

• What are the key dimensions of India-Japan relations?
• What were the major outcomes of the PM’s visit to Japan?
• How do India and Japan cooperate in defence and maritime security? 
• What role does Japan play in India’s infrastructure development? 

(GS 3: Economy/Environment)

• What does “energy sovereignty” mean? 
• Why is energy sovereignty considered critical in today’s world? 
• How does India pursue energy sovereignty? 
• What global challenges impact energy security? 
• How can renewable energy contribute to energy independence?

(GS 2: IR)

• What is the current status of India-Africa trade? 
• What target has been set for 2030? 
• What sectors drive India-Africa trade? 
• Why is Africa important for India’s foreign policy? 
• What role does India’s development partnership play in Africa?

(GS 2: IR, GS 3: Security)

• About INS Tamal and INS Surat 
• Indo-Saudi defence cooperation 
• importance of naval diplomacy in foreign policy 
• India’s maritime strategy: Mahadagar Vision

• What is the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI)? 
• Who publishes SEEI? 
• What indicators are used to measure energy efficiency? 
• Why is energy efficiency important for sustainable development?

• Objective of the India-Singapore consultative meet 
• Why is dispute resolution important for international trade? 
• How does this strengthen India’s position in global legal frameworks?

(GS 1: Culture)

• What is a Daruma doll? 
• What is its cultural significance in Japan? 
• Why was it gifted to PM Modi during his visit?

(GS 3: Security, S&T)

• What is the role of a National Cyber Forensic Laboratory? 
• Where are India’s existing labs located? 
• Why is cyber forensics crucial for law enforcement and digital security?

(GS 2: IR, PIN)

• Where is the Druze heartland in Syria? 
• What caused the sectarian violence? 
• Why is this significant in the context of West Asia’s geopolitics?

(GS 2: Polity)

• What is the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court? How are judges appointed? 
• Why is maintaining full strength important for judicial efficiency?

(GS 3: Economy, Environment)

• What is the role of BEE? 
• What are the highlights of SEEI 2024? 
• How does this index support India’s energy transition?

(GS 1: Society, GS 2: Governance)

• What is the NARI 2025 report? 
• What findings does it present on women’s safety in Indian cities? 
• What policy measures are suggested for improving safety and gender inclusivity?