Daily Current Affairs 12th August 2025, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

National news

1. India’s first drone-AI-conduct artificial rainfall uses in Jaipur

• Uses drone and AI for Cloud seeding But Ramgarh DamJaipur.

• AIM: revive the 129 -year -old dam, drought for 20 years.

• Drone spray Sodium chloride To inspire rain.

• Multi-department coordination; DGCA drone approval.

• Cloud seeding of India dating back in 1951 on history.

Compromise news

2. BSNL signs MUS with technical giants for advanced 5G and AI training

• Partner with BSNL Ericsson, Qualcomm, Cisco and Nokia To train the workforce in 5G, AI/ml, and networking.

• To be trained BrbraittUnder Jabalpur Trio Initiative.

• To install Ericsson and Nokia 5G Center of ExcellenceQualcomm to launch AI Training Institute.

• To focus on Cisco Networking and cyber security skills Through your networking academy.

• The goal of supporting Digital india, Skill indiaAnd Atmanirbhar bharat Mission.

Defense news

3. Indian Navy to commission Udagiri and INS Himgiri on the same day

• Historical first: two frontline frigates INS Udaygiri (MDL) And INS Himgiri (GRSE) Communicated simultaneously 26 August 2025,

• Part of Project 17A Sneak frigates; Feature Advanced Stealth, Kodog Propulsion and IPMS Control.

• Equipped with supersonic missiles, SAM, 76 mm main gun and advanced ASW system.

• Made with input from 200+ msmesBuild thousands of jobs.

• Mark 100th warship Designed by the Navy’s Warship Design Bureau.

4. BSF launched ‘Operation Alert’ with Rajasthan border before Independence Day

• BSF Launched ‘Operation Alert’ From 11-17 August 2025 Rajasthan border to strengthen security Independence Day,

• focus Strict border management, SOP reviewAnd Rapid patrol To combat potential hazards.

• Use Advanced monitoring gadget For real -time monitoring and intelligence gathering.

• Full deployment of BSF forces For vigilance on 15 August.

• Corresponds with operation Har ghar tiranga Campaign (2-15 August), encouraging citizens to hoist National flag,

• PM Modi appreciated “Unprecedented Participation” In the campaign, it is called the reflection of India’s unity and pride.

Prize news

5. 10th National Experience Award 2025 to honor the retired government employees

• Initiative 2015 To preserve memoirs of retired government officials.

• 2025 ceremony for honor 15 prize winners From 11 Ministry/Department,

• Above 12,500 memoirs Published on the Anubhav portal since installation.

• Extension of eligibility for Sus and bankNew marking criteria launched in 2025.

• SBI and BHEL employees win the award for the first time; One third is the award winner.

Sports news

6. David Warner overtakes Virat Kohli in T20 cricket

• Warner Nau 5th largest With T20 run-scorer 13,545 runsGo ahead 13,543,

• Gained in 100 2025 while playing for London Spirit,

• Warner scored 71 off 51 balls With 12 fours and a six.

• Kohli is now 6th, while Chris Gayle is still at the top with the chart 14,562 runs,

• Warner average 36.80 T20S with 8 centuries and 113 half -centuries.

7. India won 27 medals in Asian U19 and U22 Boxing Championships 2025

• India safe 27 medals But Asian U19 and U22 Boxing Championships 2025 in Bangkok.

• U19 team Wins 14 medals (3 gold, 7 silver, 4 bronze), Overall, finished 2nd.

• U22 team Bag 13 medals (1 gold, 4 silver, 8 bronze), with Rhythmic The only gold medalist.

• Silver medal for Yatri patel (57kg), Priya (60kg), Neeraj (75 kg)And Kataria (922 kg),

• earlier this year, U15 and U17 teams Got 43 medals at the Asian Championships.

Business news

8. IFC introduced $ 150 million for HDFC’s H-Dream Fund for affordable housing

• IFC invests $ 150 m HDFC Capital’s H-Dream Fund to promote inexpensive and middle-or-I.ing housing.

• Fund is to develop 25,000 houses Edge Green Building with standards.

• Total Corpus Target: $ 1 billion (Primary $ 500 m + Greensho $ 500m).

• Hope to gather $ 850 m From institutional investors.

• Addresses India Shortage of 18 million units of housing Tier-I and Tier-II in cities.

9. Pure direct tax collection from 3.95% to 3 6.64 lakh crore in FY 26

• Net direct tax In collection FY26 (till 11 August), was at 6.64 lakh crores, 3.95% below last year.

• There were gross collections before refund ₹ 7.99 lakh crore, dip 1.87% year-on-year.

• Corporate reached mop-up ₹ 2.29 crore; Non-corporate tax ₹ 4.12 crore.

• Refund increased 10% to ₹ 1.35 lakh crore, To reduce pure receipts.

• Government target FY 25.20 lakh crore FY 26 direct tax collection, 12.7% yoy.

Banking news

10. IDFC First Bank launched Remitfirest2India for NRIS

• With new remittance service for NRI Zero transfer fee And competitive foreign exchange rates.

• Launched in partnership with SisterCurrently covering Singapore and Hong Kong.

• With full paperless transfer Real time tracking,

• Welcome Bonus: Additional Forex Margin at the first 3 transfer.

• IDFC aligns with First Bank Moral banking And Digital excellence Objective.

11. RBI unveiled 3 major measures for customer convenience and inclusion

• Doorstep re-kYC camps 1 July – 30 September At the panchayat level.

• The process of standardized claims for the accounts and lockers of the deceased customers.

• Upgraded retail direct platform for Government security investment scheme,

• The goal is to create banking Simple, fast and more inclusive,

• Support Financial inclusion Rural and urban in India.

12. Axis Bank launched the ‘Lock FD’ feature to compete with digital fraud

• Through digital channels prevents premature FD closure.

• Close only through possible Individual branch verification,

• Fishing and hacking increases protection against hazards.

• Customers can be active in mobile apps or branches.

• Added safety: In-app OTP feature To prevent blockage.

Appointment news

13. Zamato appointed Shah Rukh Khan as brand ambassador

• Zomato follows the presence of SRK Fuel your stir Campaign.

• Celebrates the campaign Firmness and hard workConnect it with food as an inspiration.

• SRK to feature in TV, print, digital and outdoor advertisements.

• The purpose of Zomato is to inspire ambition through this cooperation.

• Partnership Shared value of perseverance and innovation,

Important day

14. International Youth Day 2025: Local youth action for SDG and beyond

• Celebrated annually August 12 To address young issues and celebrate his role in building a permanent future.

• Originated in 1991 On the first world youth stage of the United Nations; Family adopted 1998,

• 2025 theme: “Local youth action for SDG and beyond”To focus on the participation of youth in local rule.

• Marks 30th anniversary World Program of Action (WPAY) for youth.

• Facing challenges like unemployment, education intervals, mental health issues and climate change.

15. World Elephant Day 2025: Bringing the world together to help elephants

• Celebrated annually August 12 To raise awareness about elephant conservation and welfare.

• founded in 2012 By Petricia Sims and Elephant Reenradation Foundation.

• The habitat focuses on protection, poaching, captive elephant welfare and strict protection laws.

• Elephants in India: DiligentProtected under Schedule I of Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

• Like initiative Project elephantThe purpose of the yard journey, and elephant corridors is to protect the species.

Diverse news

16. Rare Blue Pinkgil Mushroom discovered in Telangana

• Blue Pinkgil (Antoloma Hochstatere) Kagznagar Forest – Native of New Zealand.

• Known for rare Ezulane pigment Giving a sky-blue color.

• Shutalcock mushroom recorded for the first time East ghat,

• Discovery Highlights Telangana rich fungus biodiversity,

• The monsoon plays an important role in fungal emergence and forest ecosystem health.