September 2025
Current Affairs & GK – Sept 2025
1. BCCI Senior Men’s Selection Committee – New Members
Ans: Pragyan Ojha & RP Singh
Explanation: Pragyan Ojha and RP Singh, former Indian cricketers, are appointed to ensure fair and expert selection for the senior men’s national cricket team.
2. RBI Deputy Governor Appointment
Ans: Shirish Chandra Murmu
Explanation: Shirish Chandra Murmu assists RBI in banking regulation, financial stability, and policy implementation, playing a crucial role in India’s central banking operations.
3. BusinessLine Changemaker of the Year Award
Explanation: DRDO won the award for innovative defense technology, research, and contributions to national security, societal development, and scientific advancements.
4. Tata Motors – New MD & CEO
Ans: Shailesh Chandra
Explanation: Shailesh Chandra leads Tata Motors’ strategic growth, operations, and global business, driving innovation and maintaining India’s automotive leadership.
5. Swachh Shehar Jodi (SSJ) Initiative – Ministry
Ans: Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
Explanation: SSJ pairs cities to improve urban cleanliness collaboratively, promoting hygiene awareness and citizen participation for a cleaner and healthier urban environment.
6. World Heart Day
Ans: 29 September
Explanation: Observed on 29 September, World Heart Day raises awareness of cardiovascular diseases and encourages preventive measures and healthy lifestyle practices globally.
7. UNESCO World Network – Biosphere Reserve Included
Ans: Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve (Himachal Pradesh)
Explanation: Recognized by UNESCO for biodiversity conservation, it promotes sustainable development and protects fragile high-altitude ecosystems.
8. MiG-21 Fighter Aircraft – Retirement Year
Ans: 2025
Explanation: India retired the MiG-21 fighter jet in 2025 after decades of service, marking the end of a historic era in Indian Air Force history.
9. India’s First Integrated Oncology Research & Care Centre
Ans: New Delhi
Explanation: This center integrates cancer research, diagnosis, and treatment under one roof, improving patient access to advanced care and therapies nationwide.
10. Ramsar Wetlands – Gokul Reservoir & Udaipur Lake
Ans: Bihar
Explanation: Ramsar designation protects wetlands of international importance. Bihar’s Gokul Reservoir and Udaipur Lake conserve biodiversity and promote sustainable wetland management.