Current Affairs April 2025
Explore the most important current affairs from April 2025, covering national and international events, political developments, awards, sports highlights, scientific achievements, and more. This update is crucial for competitive exam aspirants aiming to stay informed and exam-ready.
29th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- India and France signed a strategic defence agreement to boost joint production of fighter jets and missiles.
- The RBI launched a pilot for programmable Digital Rupee (e₹) for wholesale use in cross-border settlements.
27th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- The Supreme Court of India upheld the constitutionality of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, with certain caveats.
- PV Sindhu won the women’s singles title at the Badminton Asia Championships 2025.
25th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- World Malaria Day observed with the theme “Accelerating the fight against malaria for a healthier world.”
- India sent a 100-member disaster relief team to Nepal following a massive landslide in Karnali Province.
22nd April 2025 – Current Affairs
- Earth Day celebrated globally with the theme “Planet vs. Plastics”.
- ISRO launched RISAT-3A, a radar imaging satellite for all-weather surveillance, from Sriharikota.
20th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa won the Norway Chess Open 2025.
- The Union Cabinet approved ₹15,000 crore for the ‘Green Bharat Mission’ to enhance forest cover and climate resilience.
17th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- Indian Railways completed electrification of 100% of its broad-gauge network.
- Lok Sabha passed the National Skill University Bill 2025, aiming to centralize skill-based education.
15th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- Himachal Day celebrated across the state with cultural programs and parades.
- Elon Musk’s Neuralink successfully demonstrated wireless brain-computer interface in a human volunteer.
13th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- Baisakhi festival celebrated across northern India, marking the Sikh New Year and harvest season.
- Tata Motors launched India’s first hydrogen fuel cell commercial truck – Tata H2Xpress.
10th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- India surpassed the UK to become the 4th largest stock market globally by market capitalization.
- NASA’s Artemis III mission, scheduled for 2026, announced Indian-origin astronaut Dr. Kavya Patel as a backup crew member.
8th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- Parliament approved the National Digital Health Bill 2025, establishing a digital health ecosystem across India.
- IPL 2025: Mumbai Indians’ captain Rohit Sharma scored a record-breaking 7th IPL century.
5th April 2025 – Current Affairs
- India observed National Maritime Day; focus was on strengthening coastal trade and blue economy.
- Gaganyaan test flight completed atmospheric reentry and splashdown in the Bay of Bengal.
2nd April 2025 – Current Affairs
- World Autism Awareness Day celebrated; theme: “Moving from Surviving to Thriving”.
- Indian Navy commissioned INS Mahadevi, an advanced stealth frigate, into its Eastern Naval Command.
