UPSC Current Affairs 15 September 2025

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismGS 3: Money Laundering and its Prevention

‘LeT using flood aid fund to rebuild headquarters’, Pg1

LeT diverts flood relief funds to rebuild terror headquarters after IAF strike; Pakistan supports reconstruction efforts, raising global concerns.

GS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismGS 3: Money Laundering and its Prevention

‘LeT using flood aid fund to rebuild headquarters’, Pg1

LeT diverts flood relief funds to rebuild terror headquarters after IAF strike; Pakistan supports reconstruction efforts, raising global concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Government Budgeting

Centre reopens PLI scheme for white goods till Oct. 14, cites market growth, Pg1

Centre reopens PLI scheme for white goods, targeting increased investment and domestic manufacturing of AC and LED components.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Government Budgeting

Centre reopens PLI scheme for white goods till Oct. 14, cites market growth, Pg1

Centre reopens PLI scheme for white goods, targeting increased investment and domestic manufacturing of AC and LED components.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Pendency continues to plague SC as case backlog hits all-time high, Pg1

Supreme Court grapples with record 88,417 pending cases despite full judge strength and efforts to expedite disposals.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

Pendency continues to plague SC as case backlog hits all-time high, Pg1

Supreme Court grapples with record 88,417 pending cases despite full judge strength and efforts to expedite disposals.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Positioning India in an unruly world, Pg8

Article analyzes India's great power ambitions amidst US-China rivalry, emphasizing India's unique civilizational strengths and technological advancements.

Positioning India in an unruly world, Pg8

Article analyzes India's great power ambitions amidst US-China rivalry, emphasizing India's unique civilizational strengths and technological advancements.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

Sliver of hope, Pg8

Sundarban crocodile census reveals population rise, highlighting conservation success beyond megafauna, but climate threats loom.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

Sliver of hope, Pg8

Sundarban crocodile census reveals population rise, highlighting conservation success beyond megafauna, but climate threats loom.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Government Budgeting

Improving macros, Pg8

India's retail inflation rises to 2.1% in August 2025, but macroeconomic outlook remains positive with high growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Government Budgeting

Improving macros, Pg8

India's retail inflation rises to 2.1% in August 2025, but macroeconomic outlook remains positive with high growth.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Cotton import duty cuts: The farms versus firms debate, Pg9

Cotton import duty removal sparks farmer protests amid concerns over declining price parity and global competition affecting domestic supply chains.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

Cotton import duty cuts: The farms versus firms debate, Pg9

Cotton import duty removal sparks farmer protests amid concerns over declining price parity and global competition affecting domestic supply chains.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Bringing global education home, Pg9

Top foreign universities establish Indian campuses following UGC's 2023 regulation, aligning with NEP 2020's vision for globally competitive education.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Social JusticePrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Bringing global education home, Pg9

Top foreign universities establish Indian campuses following UGC's 2023 regulation, aligning with NEP 2020's vision for globally competitive education.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

What do SC guidelines say on DNA?, Pg10

Supreme Court mandates DNA sample integrity guidelines for criminal cases, ensuring proper collection, preservation, and chain of custody.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

What do SC guidelines say on DNA?, Pg10

Supreme Court mandates DNA sample integrity guidelines for criminal cases, ensuring proper collection, preservation, and chain of custody.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Environmental Impact Assessment

How serious is the global plastic pollution crisis?, Pg10

Global plastic waste generation may triple by 2060, posing grave environmental threats; international cooperation is crucial.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Environmental Impact Assessment

How serious is the global plastic pollution crisis?, Pg10

Global plastic waste generation may triple by 2060, posing grave environmental threats; international cooperation is crucial.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

House panel says govt. must explore feasibility of licensing requirements for AI content creators, Pg12

Parliamentary panel urges AI content creator licensing and mandatory labelling to combat fake news, recommending legal and tech measures.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

House panel says govt. must explore feasibility of licensing requirements for AI content creators, Pg12

Parliamentary panel urges AI content creator licensing and mandatory labelling to combat fake news, recommending legal and tech measures.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

PM inaugurates India’s first bamboo-based ethanol plant, Pg14

PM Modi inaugurates India's first bamboo-based ethanol plant in Assam, boosting energy security and rural economy with green initiatives.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Inclusive Growth

PM inaugurates India’s first bamboo-based ethanol plant, Pg14

PM Modi inaugurates India's first bamboo-based ethanol plant in Assam, boosting energy security and rural economy with green initiatives.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Revenue procurement process for armed forces to be simplified, Pg14

Defence Ministry unveils DPM 2025, streamlining ₹1 lakh crore revenue procurement for armed forces, boosting Aatmanirbharta and ease of business.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Revenue procurement process for armed forces to be simplified, Pg14

Defence Ministry unveils DPM 2025, streamlining ₹1 lakh crore revenue procurement for armed forces, boosting Aatmanirbharta and ease of business.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

India must invest more in accelerating diversification of food production: FAO Chief Economist Maximo Cullen, Pg14

FAO reports 40.4% of Indians can't afford healthy diet; urges diversification from cereals to pulses, fruits, and vegetables.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityGS 3: Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems

India must invest more in accelerating diversification of food production: FAO Chief Economist Maximo Cullen, Pg14

FAO reports 40.4% of Indians can't afford healthy diet; urges diversification from cereals to pulses, fruits, and vegetables.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Biotechnology

Mosquitoes suck — but should we simply get rid of them?, Pg2

Scientists explore gene editing, bacteria, and drug repurposing to combat mosquito-borne diseases like malaria and dengue, amidst rising global concerns.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Biotechnology

Mosquitoes suck — but should we simply get rid of them?, Pg2

Scientists explore gene editing, bacteria, and drug repurposing to combat mosquito-borne diseases like malaria and dengue, amidst rising global concerns.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS 1: Art Forms

'Delhi much closer now': Aizawl on Railways' map, some hopes & fears, Pg 1.

Mizoram's Aizawl joins Indian Railways, boosting connectivity and raising hopes for economic growth and cheaper goods for locals.

GS 1: Post-Independence IndiaGS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian GeographyPrelimsGS 1: Art Forms

'Delhi much closer now': Aizawl on Railways' map, some hopes & fears, Pg 1.

Mizoram's Aizawl joins Indian Railways, boosting connectivity and raising hopes for economic growth and cheaper goods for locals.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Application window for ACs, LED lights under PLI scheme reopened, Pg 15.

Government reopens PLI scheme application for ACs and LEDs, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing with Rs 6,238 crore incentives.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Application window for ACs, LED lights under PLI scheme reopened, Pg 15.

Government reopens PLI scheme application for ACs and LEDs, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing with Rs 6,238 crore incentives.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Fear overpowers awareness campaigns, safety nets as ‘digital arrests’ tighten grip, Pg 15.

Digital arrest scams cost citizens ₹2,500 crore as fraudsters exploit fear, weak enforcement, and technology to dupe educated individuals.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Fear overpowers awareness campaigns, safety nets as ‘digital arrests’ tighten grip, Pg 15.

Digital arrest scams cost citizens ₹2,500 crore as fraudsters exploit fear, weak enforcement, and technology to dupe educated individuals.

GS 1: World GeographyGS 2: International RelationsPrelimsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

WHAT IS THE SCARBOROUGH SHOAL & WHAT IS CHINA PLANNING THERE?, Pg 16.

Philippines protests China's plan for nature reserve at Scarborough Shoal, escalating South China Sea tensions over territorial claims.

WHAT IS THE SCARBOROUGH SHOAL & WHAT IS CHINA PLANNING THERE?, Pg 16.

Philippines protests China's plan for nature reserve at Scarborough Shoal, escalating South China Sea tensions over territorial claims.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelimsGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

Subject of recent protest, history of Kolhan tribe’s Manki-Munda system, Pg 16.

Ho tribe protests state interference in Kolhan's Manki-Munda system, a British-era self-governance structure facing calls for reform.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 1: Indian SocietyGS 1: Modern HistoryPrelimsGS 2: Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local Levels

Subject of recent protest, history of Kolhan tribe’s Manki-Munda system, Pg 16.

Ho tribe protests state interference in Kolhan's Manki-Munda system, a British-era self-governance structure facing calls for reform.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Resist pressure, lower tariffs, Pg 11.

India's high tariffs, especially on agriculture, are under scrutiny; rationalization is needed for global competitiveness and trade relations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements

Resist pressure, lower tariffs, Pg 11.

India's high tariffs, especially on agriculture, are under scrutiny; rationalization is needed for global competitiveness and trade relations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

CII suggests national framework for innovation-driven GCCs, Pg 15.

CII proposes National GCC Policy to boost innovation, create 20-25 million jobs, and contribute $600 billion to the economy.

CII suggests national framework for innovation-driven GCCs, Pg 15.

CII proposes National GCC Policy to boost innovation, create 20-25 million jobs, and contribute $600 billion to the economy.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

A time to reinvent, Pg 10.

Emerging markets face triple threat: tariffs, trade diversion, and technology, requiring reinvention through reforms and global engagement.

A time to reinvent, Pg 10.

Emerging markets face triple threat: tariffs, trade diversion, and technology, requiring reinvention through reforms and global engagement.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

CALMING INFLUENCE, Pg 10.

Retail inflation eases to 2.07% in August, prompting recalibration of RBI forecasts amid GST rate cuts and trade uncertainties.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Government BudgetingGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

CALMING INFLUENCE, Pg 10.

Retail inflation eases to 2.07% in August, prompting recalibration of RBI forecasts amid GST rate cuts and trade uncertainties.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

SC & Presidential reference, Pg 16.

Presidential reference on Governor's powers intensifies Centre-state tensions, Supreme Court reserves opinion after extensive arguments on constitutional limits.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms

SC & Presidential reference, Pg 16.

Presidential reference on Governor's powers intensifies Centre-state tensions, Supreme Court reserves opinion after extensive arguments on constitutional limits.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Rajnath approves new Defence Procurement Manual to streamline revenue procurement, Pg 8.

Defence Procurement Manual 2025 unveiled, prioritizes self-reliance, innovation, and streamlined processes for revenue procurements, fostering indigenous defence production.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Rajnath approves new Defence Procurement Manual to streamline revenue procurement, Pg 8.

Defence Procurement Manual 2025 unveiled, prioritizes self-reliance, innovation, and streamlined processes for revenue procurements, fostering indigenous defence production.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersGS 1: Poverty and Developmental Issues

Distribution of Benefits under National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) (Community Investment Fund (CIF) of ₹ 500 Crore distributed to Cluster Level Federations to promote financial inclusion and empower rural poor households/Self Help Groups.)

₹500 Crore distributed under NRLM's Community Investment Fund to boost financial inclusion and empower rural Self Help Groups.

GS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Development Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersGS 1: Poverty and Developmental Issues

Distribution of Benefits under National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) (Community Investment Fund (CIF) of ₹ 500 Crore distributed to Cluster Level Federations to promote financial inclusion and empower rural poor households/Self Help Groups.)

₹500 Crore distributed under NRLM's Community Investment Fund to boost financial inclusion and empower rural Self Help Groups.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

NAVY GETS ANTI-SUBMARINE SHIP (Officials of the Navy and Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) during the handover of the INS Androth, an anti-submarine warfare ship, in Kolkata. This is the second of eight such vessels being built by GRSE and.

Indian Navy commissions INS Androth, enhancing anti-submarine warfare capabilities amid rising concerns over Chinese naval presence in Indian Ocean.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Internal SecurityPrelimsGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border AreasGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

NAVY GETS ANTI-SUBMARINE SHIP (Officials of the Navy and Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) during the handover of the INS Androth, an anti-submarine warfare ship, in Kolkata. This is the second of eight such vessels being built by GRSE and.

Indian Navy commissions INS Androth, enhancing anti-submarine warfare capabilities amid rising concerns over Chinese naval presence in Indian Ocean.

News Analysis

‘LeT using flood aid fund to rebuild headquarters’, Pg1

‘LeT using flood aid fund to rebuild headquarters’, Pg1

Centre reopens PLI scheme for white goods till Oct. 14, cites market growth, Pg1

Centre reopens PLI scheme for white goods till Oct. 14, cites market growth, Pg1

Pendency continues to plague SC as case backlog hits all-time high, Pg1

Pendency continues to plague SC as case backlog hits all-time high, Pg1

Positioning India in an unruly world, Pg8

Positioning India in an unruly world, Pg8

Sliver of hope, Pg8

Sliver of hope, Pg8

Improving macros, Pg8

Improving macros, Pg8

Cotton import duty cuts: The farms versus firms debate, Pg9

Cotton import duty cuts: The farms versus firms debate, Pg9

Bringing global education home, Pg9

Bringing global education home, Pg9

What do SC guidelines say on DNA?, Pg10

What do SC guidelines say on DNA?, Pg10

How serious is the global plastic pollution crisis?, Pg10

How serious is the global plastic pollution crisis?, Pg10

House panel says govt. must explore feasibility of licensing requirements for AI content creators, Pg12

House panel says govt. must explore feasibility of licensing requirements for AI content creators, Pg12

PM inaugurates India’s first bamboo-based ethanol plant, Pg14

PM inaugurates India’s first bamboo-based ethanol plant, Pg14

Revenue procurement process for armed forces to be simplified, Pg14

Revenue procurement process for armed forces to be simplified, Pg14

India must invest more in accelerating diversification of food production: FAO Chief Economist Maximo Cullen, Pg14

India must invest more in accelerating diversification of food production: FAO Chief Economist Maximo Cullen, Pg14

Mosquitoes suck — but should we simply get rid of them?, Pg2

Mosquitoes suck — but should we simply get rid of them?, Pg2

'Delhi much closer now': Aizawl on Railways' map, some hopes & fears, Pg 1.

'Delhi much closer now': Aizawl on Railways' map, some hopes & fears, Pg 1.

Application window for ACs, LED lights under PLI scheme reopened, Pg 15.

Application window for ACs, LED lights under PLI scheme reopened, Pg 15.

Fear overpowers awareness campaigns, safety nets as ‘digital arrests’ tighten grip, Pg 15.

Fear overpowers awareness campaigns, safety nets as ‘digital arrests’ tighten grip, Pg 15.

WHAT IS THE SCARBOROUGH SHOAL & WHAT IS CHINA PLANNING THERE?, Pg 16.

WHAT IS THE SCARBOROUGH SHOAL & WHAT IS CHINA PLANNING THERE?, Pg 16.

Subject of recent protest, history of Kolhan tribe’s Manki-Munda system, Pg 16.

Subject of recent protest, history of Kolhan tribe’s Manki-Munda system, Pg 16.

Resist pressure, lower tariffs, Pg 11.

Resist pressure, lower tariffs, Pg 11.

CII suggests national framework for innovation-driven GCCs, Pg 15.

CII suggests national framework for innovation-driven GCCs, Pg 15.

A time to reinvent, Pg 10.

A time to reinvent, Pg 10.

CALMING INFLUENCE, Pg 10.

CALMING INFLUENCE, Pg 10.

SC & Presidential reference, Pg 16.

SC & Presidential reference, Pg 16.

Rajnath approves new Defence Procurement Manual to streamline revenue procurement, Pg 8.

Rajnath approves new Defence Procurement Manual to streamline revenue procurement, Pg 8.

Distribution of Benefits under National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) (Community Investment Fund (CIF) of ₹ 500 Crore distributed to Cluster Level Federations to promote financial inclusion and empower rural poor households/Self Help Groups.)

Distribution of Benefits under National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) (Community Investment Fund (CIF) of ₹ 500 Crore distributed to Cluster Level Federations to promote financial inclusion and empower rural poor households/Self Help Groups.)

NAVY GETS ANTI-SUBMARINE SHIP (Officials of the Navy and Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) during the handover of the INS Androth, an anti-submarine warfare ship, in Kolkata. This is the second of eight such vessels being built by GRSE and.

NAVY GETS ANTI-SUBMARINE SHIP (Officials of the Navy and Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) during the handover of the INS Androth, an anti-submarine warfare ship, in Kolkata. This is the second of eight such vessels being built by GRSE and.

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