Daily Current Affairs 31st May 2025, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

National News

India to Host IATA Annual General Meeting 2025 in New Delhi After 42 Years

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is set to host its Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2025 and the World Air Transport Summit (WATS) in New Delhi from June 1 to 3, bringing together the global aviation industry under one roof. This marks a historic moment as India hosts the prestigious event for the first time in 42 years, with the last meeting having taken place in the country in 1983.

CBI’s Arrest Six Members of Cybercrime

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested six people involved in a large cybercrime gang that was cheating Japanese citizens. These arrests were made after searching 19 places in Delhi, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.

States News

Goa Declared Fully Literate Under ULLAS

On the momentous occasion of Goa’s 39th Statehood Day, celebrated on May 30, 2025, Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant officially declared Goa as a fully literate state under the ULLAS – Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme). This landmark achievement marks Goa as the second state in India to cross the nationally prescribed 95% literacy benchmark, reaffirming its position as a frontrunner in India’s educational progress.

Appointments News

Neeraj Chopra Becomes Brand Ambassador for Audi India

India’s iconic javelin thrower and Olympic gold medallist, Neeraj Chopra, has officially joined hands with Audi India as its brand ambassador. This strategic collaboration unites two powerful names — a world-class athlete and a global luxury automobile brand — both of whom are defined by their performance, precision, and a relentless drive for excellence.

Awards News

President of India Confers National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025 to Exemplary Nursing Professionals

In a heartfelt ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, conferred the National Florence Nightingale Awards 2025 on 15 outstanding nursing professionals from across the country. These awards, which recognize the unwavering dedication, compassion, and service of nurses, are among the highest national honours for the nursing and midwifery profession in India.

Miss Indonesia Monica Kezia Sembiring Won Talent Finale at Miss World 2025 in Hyderabad

In a grand celebration of culture and art, Miss Indonesia, Monica Kezia Sembiring, won the Talent Finale of Miss World 2025. The event took place at Shilpakala Vedika and featured exciting performances from contestants across the world.

Serena Williams Honoured with Princess of Asturias Award for Sports 2025

Serena Williams, one of the most iconic athletes in the history of modern sport, has been awarded the Princess of Asturias Award for Sports 2025, a prestigious Spanish honour that recognises individuals and institutions for excellence and global contribution in various fields, including sports, arts, literature, and science.

Science and Technology News

Microsoft and Yotta Partner to Advance AI Adoption Across India

In a significant boost to India’s artificial intelligence ecosystem, Microsoft and Yotta Data Services have announced a strategic partnership to support AI adoption across the country. This collaboration will integrate Microsoft Azure’s AI services with Yotta’s Shakti Cloud platform, aiming to strengthen domestic AI capabilities and digital infrastructure.

Economy News

India Meets Fiscal Deficit Target of 4.8% for FY 2024-25 Despite Revenue Shortfalls

In a notable achievement for fiscal management, the Government of India has successfully met its fiscal deficit target of 4.8% of GDP for the financial year 2024–25, even as total receipts came in slightly below expectations. This update was released by the Controller General of Accounts (CGA) on Friday, along with the provisional GDP estimates for the year.

Sports News

IPL 2025: Rohit Sharma Becomes First Indian Batter to Smash 300 Sixes

Rohit Sharma, one of the most prolific and celebrated batters in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, etched his name into the record books once again by becoming the first Indian cricketer to hit 300 sixes in the IPL. The historic moment came during the IPL 2025 Eliminator match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at New Chandigarh on Friday.

Important Days

World No Tobacco Day 2025: Date, Theme, History and Significance

Every year on 31st May, the world comes together to observe World No Tobacco Day, a global campaign spearheaded by the World Health Organization (WHO) to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and to promote efforts to protect current and future generations from its devastating health consequences. In 2025, the theme for World No Tobacco Day is: “Bright products. Dark intentions. Unmasking the Appeal.”

Ahilyabai Holkar’s 300th Birth Anniversary: 31st May 2025

Ahilyabai Holkar Jayanti is celebrated every year on 31st May to honour the birth of one of India’s greatest women rulers. In 2025, this day is very special as it marks her 300th birth anniversary. This day will be observed with pride and respect, especially in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, where she is deeply admired for her kind rule and public welfare work.

Miscellaneous News

Kashmir’s First Cherry Cargo Train from Katra to Mumbai

Kashmir has taken a big step in fruit transport. For the first time, fresh cherries from the valley will be sent by train from Katra (Jammu) to Mumbai. This new service will help small farmers who could not afford to send their fruits by air earlier.