Staying updated with daily current affairs is essential for all competitive exam aspirants, especially for UPSC, SSC, Banking, and State PCS exams. This article provides a clear and simple summary of the important national and international news events from 29th and 30th June 2025. At the end of each section, you’ll find quiz questions to help you test your knowledge.
Banking, Finance & Business News
The Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman chaired a review meeting with public sector bank heads in New Delhi. She discussed the financial performance of the banks, which showed strong growth between FY 2022–23 and FY 2024–25. Total business increased to ₹251 lakh crore, NPAs dropped significantly, and profits improved. She encouraged banks to focus on renewable energy, MSME credit, and financial inclusion in rural areas.
Separately, SEBI imposed a ₹25 lakh fine on BSE Ltd for violating rules related to price-sensitive information and internal supervision failures. Star Health Insurance partnered with Medi Assist to use AI for faster and more transparent claims processing. The government also approved Aadhaar-based verification for IBPS exams to prevent impersonation.
Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation listed a ₹25 crore municipal bond on NSE, becoming the youngest urban body in India to do so.
Quiz:
Who chaired the annual review meeting with Public Sector Banks in June 2025?
Why was SEBI fined BSE ₹25 lakh?
What is the new technology Star Health is using for claims processing?
What is the purpose of Aadhaar-based verification in IBPS exams?
National & State News
India’s first wildlife overpass corridor was completed on the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway near Ranthambore. The green corridor includes five wildlife overpasses and one long underpass to help animals cross safely. Protective walls and sound barriers have also been installed.
India will soon have a Global Potato Research Hub in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. It will support farmers and improve potato and sweet potato production. This is a collaboration between India and the International Potato Center.
Punjab exported rose-scented litchis from Pathankot to Qatar and Dubai for the first time. The initiative was supported by APEDA and the Punjab Horticulture Department.
Also, Uttar Pradesh recorded ₹65,227 crore worth of digital purchases on the GeM portal, becoming a national leader in digital procurement.
Quiz:
Where has India built its first wildlife overpass corridor?
What crop will be researched at the new center in Agra?
Which state exported rose-scented litchis internationally?
Which state led in digital procurement via the GeM portal?
Rankings and Reports
The Global Liveability Index 2025 ranked Copenhagen (Denmark) as the world’s most liveable city, followed by Vienna and Zurich. Damascus (Syria) remained the least liveable due to conflict and instability.
In India, Kerala ranked highest in the Management Effectiveness Evaluation (MEE) 2020–25 for its protected areas. Eravikulam National Park scored over 92%, making it one of the top performers.
Quiz:
Which city ranked No. 1 in the Global Liveability Index 2025?
Which Indian state topped the MEE rankings for protected areas?
What is the score of Eravikulam National Park in MEE?
Which national park in J&K tied with Eravikulam?
Appointments
Lieutenant General Dinesh Singh Rana became the new Colonel of the Garhwal Rifles Regiment. He is also serving as the Commander-in-Chief of the Andaman and Nicobar Command. The appointment reflects the regiment’s traditions and his rich experience in military leadership.
Quiz:
Who is the new Colonel of the Garhwal Rifles Regiment?
What is Lt. Gen. DS Rana’s current command?
Which regiment is known as the “Veer Garhwalis”?
Where was the ceremonial handover conducted?
Defence News
The Indian Navy inducted the 5th 25T Bollard Pull Tug named ‘Ojas’ in Visakhapatnam. These tugs are designed to assist naval ships during docking and are part of India’s “Make in India” push.
The Indian Army launched its own FM radio station, “Panchshul Pulse”, in Uttarakhand to improve local communication and strengthen bonds with civilians in sensitive border areas.
Also, the Army launched Meghdoot Millennium software with India Post to improve secure postal services for soldiers in remote areas.
Quiz:
What is the name of the new tug inducted by the Indian Navy?
What is the purpose of the FM station ‘Panchshul Pulse’?
What is Meghdoot Millennium?
Where is the Indian Army’s Centre for Excellence in Postal Technology located?
Science & Technology
Axiom Space and Skyroot Aerospace signed an MoU to work together on future space missions. This partnership marks a big step for Indian private companies in the global space sector.
ISRO partnered with the Coffee Board of India to study coffee’s carbon emissions and its ability to capture carbon. This research will help meet EU environmental regulations for exports.
Google announced its AI-first “Matryoshka Strategy” at its I/O 2025 event. It includes Gemini 2.5 models and the new Ironwood TPUs with huge processing power.
Quiz:
Which Indian startup signed a space partnership with Axiom Space?
What is the goal of ISRO’s project with the Coffee Board?
What is Google’s new AI strategy called?
What is the name of Google’s new generation TPU?
Sports News
Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa won the UzChess Cup Masters 2025 held in Tashkent. With this, he became the top-ranked Indian chess player with a live rating of 2778.3. He surpassed D. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi. This is his third major win in 2025 after Tata Steel Masters and Superbet Classic.
Quiz:
Who won the UzChess Cup Masters 2025?
What is Praggnanandhaa’s live FIDE rating now?
Name two other Indian chess players ranked just below him.
In which country was the UzChess tournament held?
Important Days
International Day of the Tropics – 29th June
This day highlights the importance of tropical regions, their biodiversity, and the challenges they face due to climate change and urbanization.
World Asteroid Day – 30th June
This day raises awareness about asteroids, their scientific importance, and how to protect Earth from asteroid threats. It commemorates the Tunguska asteroid event of 1908.
Quiz:
When is International Day of the Tropics observed?
What event is remembered on Asteroid Day?
Who co-founded World Asteroid Day?
Which natural regions are highlighted on June 29?
Relevant Articles
- Weekly Current Affairs Quiz – 22nd to 29th June
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