UPSC Current Affairs 7 August 2025

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

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China has withdrawn over 300 engineers from Foxconn’s iPhone 17 facilities in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, while simultaneously restricting exports of critical minerals and high-end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 RelationsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentGS 1: Distribution of Key Natural Resources

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China has withdrawn over 300 engineers from Foxconn’s iPhone 17 facilities in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, while simultaneously restricting exports of critical minerals and high-end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 GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

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 GeographyGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaGS 1: Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones

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: PolityGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: 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: PolityGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: 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: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsGS 1: LiteratureGS 1: 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: Social JusticeGS 2: International RelationsGS 1: LiteratureGS 1: 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: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 1: 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: PolityGS 2: International RelationsGS 1: 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 & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Representation of the People's ActGS 1: Population and Associated IssuesGS 1: Women and Women's Organizations

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 & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Representation of the People's ActGS 1: Population and Associated IssuesGS 1: Women and Women's Organizations

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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