Who won the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup 2025?

Divya Deshmukh, a 19-year-old Indian chess prodigy, won the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup 2025.

Daily Current Affairs 28th July 2025, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update) |

National News

India’s Green Steel Revolution: What Is 25% Procurement Rule?

India is finalising a Green Steel Procurement Policy to mandate 25% public steel purchases from low-emission sources.
Green steel, produced using hydrogen-based DRI, electric arc furnaces, and renewable energy, is crucial since the steel industry contributes 10–12% of India’s emissions.
Key initiatives include the Steel Scrap Recycling Policy, PAT Scheme, and National Solar Mission.
Challenges include high costs, evolving technologies, and limited demand-side incentives.
The policy aims to make India a global leader in sustainable steel production.

NCERT to Introduce Curriculum Modules on Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and Operation Sindoor

The NCERT is introducing new curriculum modules for Classes 3 to 12 featuring Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s space mission aboard the ISS and India’s Operation Sindoor, highlighting the nation’s strength in defence and space exploration.
Along with these, the modules will include Mission LiFE to promote sustainable living and lessons on the Partition to provide historical context.
This initiative, guided by the Ministry of Education, aims to make learning more contextual, contemporary, and rooted in national identity.

Operation Mahadev: Indian Security Forces Neutralise Terrorists Of Pahalgam Attack

In a major success, Indian security forces launched Operation Mahadev in Jammu and Kashmir’s Dara region, neutralising three Pakistani Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists after a fierce encounter.
Conducted jointly by the Indian Army, CRPF, and J&K Police, the operation began after intelligence inputs of militant movement near Dachigam National Park, with reinforcements and drone surveillance deployed.
Authorities are investigating whether the slain militants were linked to the April 22 Pahalgam attack that killed 26 people.

State News

PM Modi Inaugurates New Airport Terminal at Tuticorin

PM Modi inaugurated the new terminal of Tuticorin Airport (capacity: 20 lakh passengers annually) and launched projects worth ₹4,800 crore in Tamil Nadu.
Key works include highway upgradation (NH-36 and NH-138), Kollidam bridge, North Cargo Berth-III at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, and railway electrification and doubling projects.
These initiatives aim to boost multi-modal connectivity, reduce logistics costs, enhance tourism, and promote port-led industrial growth, positioning Tamil Nadu as a key driver of Viksit Bharat.

International News

Post-Assad Syria to Hold First Parliamentary Elections in September

Syria will hold its first parliamentary elections since the fall of Bashar al-Assad from 15–20 September 2025 under interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa.
The temporary constitution (March 2025) created a People’s Assembly of 210 seats, with one-third appointed and two-thirds elected via provincial electoral colleges.
The polls face hurdles due to sectarian violence in Sweida, reports of atrocities by government forces, and Israeli intervention.
Success could pave the way for a permanent constitution and long-term stability.

Agreement News

India-Maldives MoU on Fisheries and Aquaculture Cooperation 2025

The India-Maldives MoU on Fisheries and Aquaculture (2025), signed during PM Narendra Modi’s State visit, focuses on sustainable tuna and deep-sea fisheries, aquaculture advancement, value chain development, eco-tourism, trade facilitation, and skill development.
It emphasizes cold storage infrastructure, hatchery development, research, and training in aquatic animal health, biosecurity, and marine engineering, strengthening bilateral ties, economic growth, and regional food security.

Appointments News

Anuradha Thakur Nominated as Director on RBI Central Board

Anuradha Thakur, Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, was nominated as a Director on the RBI Central Board, replacing Ajay Seth.
Her appointment comes ahead of the MPC meeting (Aug 4–6, 2025) and aligns with the RBI’s priorities of price stability, monetary policy flexibility, banking regulation, and managing conflicts of interest.
RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted inflation control and regulatory oversight as key challenges.

Utpal Kumar Singh Appointed as Sansad TV CEO

Utpal Kumar Singh, the Lok Sabha Secretary-General and former IAS officer of the 1986 Uttarakhand cadre, has been appointed as the new CEO of Sansad TV.
Known for his role in the Kedarnath redevelopment project after the 2013 floods, Singh has earlier served as Chief Secretary of Uttarakhand, Additional Secretary in the Union Ministry of Agriculture, and as Principal Secretary to former CM B.C. Khanduri.
With vast experience in both state and central administration, his leadership is expected to strengthen Sansad TV’s role in parliamentary outreach and transparency.

Awards News

Sansad Ratna Awards 2025: Honouring Parliamentary Excellence

The Sansad Ratna Awards 2025, held on 26th July 2025, honoured 17 MPs for outstanding parliamentary performance, including Supriya Sule, Ravi Kishan, Nishikant Dubey, and Arvind Sawant.
Special Jury Awards went to Bhartruhari Mahtab, N.K. Premachandran, Supriya Sule, and Shrirang Appa Barne for consistent excellence since the 16th Lok Sabha.
The Standing Committees on Finance and Agriculture were also recognised, highlighting the awards’ role in strengthening democracy, ensuring accountability, and motivating quality parliamentary work.

Ranks & Reports News

World’s Most Beautiful Airport of 2025 Revealed – Changi Misses Out!

The 2025 Prix Versailles named Yantai Penglai International Airport’s Terminal 2 (China) as the world’s most beautiful airport, with its coastal-inspired design, E-shaped layout, and eco-friendly architecture.
Other top entries included Marseille (France), Réunion Island, Kansai (Japan), Portland (USA), and San Francisco (USA).
This recognition emphasizes sustainability, culture, and innovation in global airport design.

Summits & Conferences News

Central Govt. Forms Panel For COP-33 In 2028

India has set up a COP33 Cell under the MoEFCC to prepare for hosting the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP33) in 2028.
With BRICS support, India aims to showcase its climate initiatives, strengthen global cooperation, and advance the Paris Agreement goals.
Hosting COP33 would enhance India’s international climate leadership, promote sustainable development, and foster multilateral climate action.

India’s First-Ever SHAPE 2025 Conference: A Game-Changer in Hospital Planning

The AHRR-hosted SHAPE 2025 conference in New Delhi emphasized sustainable hospital architecture, green technologies, and disaster-resilient design as key elements for future-ready healthcare infrastructure.
The event, aligned with Viksit Bharat@2047, aims to create eco-friendly, patient-centric hospitals with certifications like GRIHA and CFEES, marking a turning point in India’s healthcare planning.

Schemes News

NALSA Launches Yojana To Strengthen Legal Aid for Defence Personnel and Families

The National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) has launched the ‘Veer Parivar Sahayata Yojana’ in Srinagar to strengthen legal aid for defence personnel and their families, coinciding with NALSA’s 30 years of service.
Announced by Justice Surya Kant, the scheme will use Sainik Boards at Zilla, Rajya, and Kendra levels as legal aid centres, involve defence families as paralegal volunteers, and address routine challenges like land disputes, matrimonial issues, and service entitlements, ensuring that soldiers remain focused on their duty while their legal rights are protected.

Sports News

England Women Won Euro 2025: A Historic Triumph

The England Women’s Football Team won the UEFA Euro 2025, defeating Spain in a penalty shoot-out to become the first senior English side to win a major title abroad.
Despite losing the opener, the Lionesses, guided by Sarina Wiegman, showcased a never-say-die attitude, with Chloe Kelly, Alessia Russo, Lucy Bronze, and Hannah Hampton playing key roles.
The victory highlights resilience, tactical brilliance, and the rising stature of women’s football.

Oscar Piastri Wins the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa

The 2025 Belgian Grand Prix saw Oscar Piastri secure a vital win over teammate Lando Norris, extending his Drivers’ Championship lead to 16 points.
The wet-dry race at Spa tested tyre strategies, with Leclerc finishing third and Hamilton climbing 11 spots to P7.
The victory underscored McLaren’s dominance and Piastri’s growing title credentials in this season.

Divya Deshmukh Creates History: Wins FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup 2025

Divya Deshmukh, 19, defeated veteran Koneru Humpy in the tiebreaks to win the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup 2025 in Batumi, Georgia, becoming India’s fourth woman Grandmaster.
After two classical draws, Divya triumphed in the second rapid game with black pieces, seizing on Humpy’s endgame blunder.
Her win marks a historic milestone for Indian chess, coming just a year after she was crowned World Junior Champion.

Science & Technology News

ISRO to Launch 3 More Navigation NavIC Satellites by 2026

ISRO will launch NVS-03, NVS-04, and NVS-05 by 2026 to strengthen NavIC, India’s regional navigation system.
NavIC, with 7 satellites (3 geostationary, 4 inclined), provides civilian and strategic services with high accuracy.
The NVS series brings indigenous atomic clocks and L1 band support for better compatibility.
Applications include defense, shipping, railways, disaster alerts, and time synchronization.
This strengthens India’s strategic autonomy and technological leadership in navigation.

Latin American Countries to Launch Latam-GPT AI Model

Latam-GPT, set to launch in September 2025, is the first large AI language model developed by 12 Latin American countries under Chile’s CENIA with support from CAF and AWS.
Based on Llama 3, it focuses on cultural diversity, Indigenous language preservation, and open-source accessibility.
With initial work on Rapa Nui translation, it aims to strengthen schools, hospitals, and public services, making AI a democratizing element in the region.

Important Days News

CRPF Celebrates 87th Foundation Day: History, Role, and Legacy

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), India’s largest paramilitary force, celebrated its 87th Foundation Day on July 27, 2025.
Established in 1939 as the Crown Representative Police and renamed CRPF in 1949, the force has been vital in internal security, counter-insurgency, riot control, and VIP security.
Known for its women battalions, COBRA units, and RAF, the CRPF has played key roles in the 1959 Hot Springs battle, the 1965 Sardar Post defence, the 2001 Parliament attack, and the 2005 Ayodhya attack, earning its reputation for Service and Loyalty.

World Hepatitis Day 2025: Understanding Hepatitis and the Need for Early Detection

World Hepatitis Day 2025, observed on 28th July, raises awareness about the global threat of hepatitis, a silent liver disease that can lead to cirrhosis, liver failure, and cancer if undetected.
With the theme “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down”, the campaign stresses early screening, vaccination, safe practices, and accessible treatment. Recognised by WHO, it urges global cooperation to eliminate hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030.

Obituaries News

Tom Lehrer Passes Away at 97: A Legacy of Satire and Scholarship

Renowned musical satirist and mathematician Tom Lehrer passed away at 97 in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
A Harvard prodigy who entered college at 15, Lehrer was known for his sharp satirical songs on politics, racism, marriage, and the Cold War before shifting focus to teaching mathematics at Harvard and UC Santa Cruz.
He also contributed to The Electric Company, inspired the 1980 revue “Tomfoolery”, and in 2020, made his lyrics free for public use, cementing his legacy as both a cultural icon and dedicated educator.