Daily Current Affairs — 23 August 2025
5 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
National Space Day 2025
Context India is celebrating its second National Space Day on August 23, 2025 with the theme “Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities”. Challenges in India’s Space Sector Competition and Global Market Share: To achieve this ambitious goal of 8% of the global market share, Indian space companies must compete effectively on the international stage. Private Sector Participation: While the private sector has shown interest, there’s a need for more substantial investment and
Chendamangalam’s Famed Handloom Industry Battles Crisis Ahead of Onam
Context With Onam round the corner, customers are insistent on authentic ethnic wear called Chendamangalam handloom. Major Challenges Faced by the Industry Declining Number of Weavers: Younger generations moving away due to low income, lack of social security, and absence of modern skill training. Traditional weavers are aging, leading to a shrinking workforce.
Migration is Essential To Globalisation: Amartya Sen
Context Nobel laureate Amartya Sen recently stressed that migration has been a major source of global progress, enabling exchange of knowledge, culture, and values. Way Ahead Humane Inclusive Policies: Recognise migration as a right and opportunity, not a threat. Safeguard voting rights (Amartya Sen’s concern on SIR).
Parliament Passes Five Key Maritime Bills to Boost Blue Economy
Context The Parliament has passed five key bills in the just-concluded Monsoon Session, which overhauled colonial-era maritime laws and will boost the Blue Economy. India’s Maritime Sector Strategic Position: Located along the worlds busiest shipping routes, India is a key trading hub and a rising global power. India’s Maritime Sector Overview: Handles 95% of India’s trade by volume and 70% by value, with port infrastructure critical to the economy.
Strengthening Justice Delivery Through Safe AI Adoption
Context The Kerala High Court became the first in India to publish a set of guidelines on the use of Artificial Intelligence in the district judiciary. Global Best Practices European Union: The EU AI Act (2024) classifies judicial AI as “high-risk”, requiring rigorous oversight, human accountability, and safeguards against bias. This reflects the EU’s broader approach of prioritising rights and ethics over speed of adoption.