Daily Current Affairs — 29 September 2025
6 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Building Resilient Infrastructure for Storage of Food Grains
In Context India produced a record 353.96 million tonnes of foodgrain in 2024-25, supported by modern storage infrastructure. Role of FCI The Food Corporation of India (FCI) is the main agency managing centralized storage of food grains in India. It procures wheat, rice, and other grains at Minimum Support Price (MSP) to protect farmers incomes and maintain buffer stocks.
Analysing Indian States’ Macro-Fiscal Health
Context A recent decadal analysis by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) reveals how Indian States are managing their finances — balancing growth, welfare, and sustainability. About the Macro Fiscal Health of Indian States It refers to the overall financial stability, efficiency, and sustainability of State-level public finances. It’s a composite measure that evaluates how States in India manage their revenues, expenditures, deficits, and debt, and ensures adequate investment in developmen
New Draft CAFE Rules
Context India has proposed to significantly revamp its key vehicle emissions rules, called the Corporate average fuel efficiency (CAFE) norms. India’s Current CAFE Norms The Bureau of Energy Efficiency introduced the CAFE norms in 2017 to regulate fuel consumption and carbon emissions from passenger vehicles. These norms apply to vehicles running on petrol, diesel, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), compressed natural gas (CNG), hybrids, and electric vehicles (EVs) weighing less than 3,500 kg.
U.S. Imposes 100% Tariff on Pharmaceuticals Import
Context The U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 100% import tariff on branded and patented pharmaceutical products, including a 25% tariff on imports of all heavy-duty trucks and 50% tariff on kitchen cabinets. About Exemptions: The EU and Japan benefit from a 15% tariff ceiling, under special trade agreements that cap duties on most goods, including pharmaceuticals.
Food Loss and Waste
Context On September 29, the world observes the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW). About In 2019, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming an International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW). SDG 12 seeks to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns.
India Expands Medical Education
Context The Union Cabinet has approved the addition of 10,023 medical seats with an investment of Rs. 15,034 crore, as part of the goal to create 75,000 medical seats within the next five years. About The Cabinet approved 5,000 post-graduate and 5,023 undergraduate (MBBS) seats in government colleges and hospitals by 2028-29.