UPSC Current Affairs 7 August 2025

GS 2: International Relations GS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Decoding China — the lessons for a vulnerable India, Pg 6.

China has withdrawn over 300 engineers from Foxconn’s iPhone 17 facilities in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, while simultaneously restricting exports of critical minerals and high-end equipment, signaling a geo-economic strategy to hinder India's rise in manufacturing.

GS 2: International Relations GS1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources GS2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests GS3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth GS3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Decoding China — the lessons for a vulnerable India, Pg 6.

China has withdrawn over 300 engineers from Foxconn’s iPhone 17 facilities in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, while simultaneously restricting exports of critical minerals and high-end equipment, signaling a geo-economic strategy to hinder India's rise in manufacturing.

GS 1: Physical Geography GS 3: Disaster Management GS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Sleeping disasters, Pg 6.

A severe flood in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, triggered by torrential monsoon rains, has led to massive destruction and casualties, underlining the climate vulnerability of the Himalayan region.

GS 1: Physical Geography GS 3: Disaster Management GS1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones GS1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna GS3: Disaster and Disaster Management

Sleeping disasters, Pg 6.

A severe flood in Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, triggered by torrential monsoon rains, has led to massive destruction and casualties, underlining the climate vulnerability of the Himalayan region.

GS 2: Polity GS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Judicial overreach, Pg 6.

The Supreme Court’s oral observations during a hearing on a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi—related to his comments on the Galwan clash and Chinese incursions—have raised concerns about judicial neutrality, freedom of speech, and Opposition space in democracy.

GS 2: Polity GS2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms GS2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Judicial overreach, Pg 6.

The Supreme Court’s oral observations during a hearing on a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi—related to his comments on the Galwan clash and Chinese incursions—have raised concerns about judicial neutrality, freedom of speech, and Opposition space in democracy.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Social Justice GS1: Literature GS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Quranic justice is restorative, not retributive, Pg 7.

Nimisha Priya, a Malayali nurse imprisoned in Yemen since 2017 for the alleged accidental killing of her Yemeni business partner, faces the death penalty. The case has sparked legal, ethical, and theological debates on the application of Islamic criminal law, particularly blood money (diyah) and legal retribution (qisaas) under Shariah.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Social Justice GS1: Literature GS1: Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and Secularism

Quranic justice is restorative, not retributive, Pg 7.

Nimisha Priya, a Malayali nurse imprisoned in Yemen since 2017 for the alleged accidental killing of her Yemeni business partner, faces the death penalty. The case has sparked legal, ethical, and theological debates on the application of Islamic criminal law, particularly blood money (diyah) and legal retribution (qisaas) under Shariah.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Polity GS1: Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism

What is the status of the ‘recall’ vote in Taiwan?, Pg 8.

On July 26, 2025, Taiwan held the first round of a recall vote against 24 opposition Kuomintang (KMT) lawmakers. All retained their seats, while a second round targeting seven more lawmakers is scheduled for late August. The recall, driven by the Bluebird Movement and supported by the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), reflects deep political polarisation.

GS 2: International Relations GS 2: Polity GS1: Political Philosophies, Communism, Capitalism and Socialism

What is the status of the ‘recall’ vote in Taiwan?, Pg 8.

On July 26, 2025, Taiwan held the first round of a recall vote against 24 opposition Kuomintang (KMT) lawmakers. All retained their seats, while a second round targeting seven more lawmakers is scheduled for late August. The recall, driven by the Bluebird Movement and supported by the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), reflects deep political polarisation.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Economy GS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Representation of the People's Act

What is the potential of biochar?, Pg 8.

With India’s carbon market set to launch in 2026, biochar is emerging as a promising CO₂ removal technology. Produced from agricultural and municipal waste, biochar offers a scalable, low-cost solution for carbon sequestration and multi-sectoral environmental benefits.

GS 3: Environment & Ecology GS 3: Economy GS1: Women and Women's Organizations GS1: Population and Associated Issues GS2: Representation of the People's Act

What is the potential of biochar?, Pg 8.

With India’s carbon market set to launch in 2026, biochar is emerging as a promising CO₂ removal technology. Produced from agricultural and municipal waste, biochar offers a scalable, low-cost solution for carbon sequestration and multi-sectoral environmental benefits.

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Decoding China — the lessons for a vulnerable India, Pg 6.

Decoding China — the lessons for a vulnerable India, Pg 6.

Sleeping disasters, Pg 6.

Sleeping disasters, Pg 6.

Judicial overreach, Pg 6.

Judicial overreach, Pg 6.

Quranic justice is restorative, not retributive, Pg 7.

Quranic justice is restorative, not retributive, Pg 7.

What is the status of the ‘recall’ vote in Taiwan?, Pg 8.

What is the status of the ‘recall’ vote in Taiwan?, Pg 8.

What is the potential of biochar?, Pg 8.

What is the potential of biochar?, Pg 8.

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