Daily Current Affairs — 5 September 2025
6 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
Environment Audit Rules, 2025
Context The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has introduced a major reform through the Environment Audit Rules, 2025. About Environment Audit means a systematic audit, verification, examination, inspection, or analysis of any project, activity or process having a bearing on the environment. This scheme aims to bridge the manpower and infrastructure deficits faced by regulatory authorities.
India Joins Health AI Global Regulatory Network
In News India has joined the HealthAI Global Regulatory Network (GRN) to strengthen oversight of Artificial Intelligence in healthcare. About India will work with HealthAI, alongside members such as the UK and Singapore, to share safety protocols and monitor AI performance in clinical settings. The move supports making India a global hub of skilled AI workforce, while using AI in public services, startups, and job creation.
India’s Fertility and Birth Rates Continue to Decline
Context The latest Sample Registration Survey (SRS) Statistical Report 2023, released by the Office of the Registrar General of India, points to falling fertility and birth rates, improved survival outcomes, and a rising elderly population. Significance of Sample Registration Survey (SRS) Report 2023 Reliable Vital Statistics: Indicators like Birth rate, Death rate, IMR, MMR, and TFR are essential for tracking population growth, health outcomes, and development goals. For example, decline in TFR
NITI Aayog Releases Strategy for Building a Self-Reliant Pulses Sector
Context A report titled “Strategies and Pathways for Accelerating Growth in Pulses towards the Goal of Atmanirbharta” was released by the NITI Aayog. Importance of Pulses in India Catering Nutritional Security: They are rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, benefiting both human and animal health, and support Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being). Sustainable Development: Pulses enhance soil health, conserve water, an
Frame Guidelines To Regulate Social Media
Context The Supreme Court urged the Union government to frame guidelines for regulating social media, noting that influencers often commercialise free speech in ways that may offend the sentiments of vulnerable groups. Way Ahead The focus of laws can be directed only on hate speech, incitement to violence, and deliberate misinformation. A transparent and independent oversight body can review the content takedown cases.
India–Singapore 2025 Summit
In News Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosted Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in New Delhi. Key Outcomes of the Summit Maritime Security Malacca Strait Patrol: India expressed interest in patrolling the Malacca Strait, a strategic chokepoint connecting the Indian Ocean and the Pacific. Collaboration in submarine rescue operations, support for the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI).
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