25th June 2025 Current Affairs for UPSC
Here are the top updates from 25th June 2025 Current Affairs for UPSC aspirants. These topics are important for UPSC Prelims, Mains, and Essay papers. Stay updated with the latest developments in India and around the world.
Air India Crash Probe: Black Box Investigation Underway
- India’s Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is probing the recent Air India crash.
- Flight Data Recorder (FDR) and Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) are key to the investigation.
- Devices are being analyzed at the Black Box Lab in Delhi.
- Though ICAO requires a preliminary report within 30 days, AAIB has no such deadline. A government panel will suggest reforms in 3 months.
India’s Deep Stakes in West Asia Amid Rising Tensions
- Israel-Iran conflict raises concerns for India’s diaspora and economic interests.
- Over 25% of India’s 35 million overseas citizens live in West Asia.
- India recently evacuated 2,000 citizens under ‘Operation Sindhu’.
- More than 11,000 Indian students chose West Asian countries in 2024.
West Asia Conflict Puts India’s Remittance Lifeline at Risk
- India received $118 billion in remittances in 2023–24, with 38% from West Asia.
- Top sources: UAE (19.2%), Saudi Arabia (6.7%), and Kuwait (3.9%).
- Escalation in the region could hurt remittances and economic stability.
India Fast-Tracks Chabahar Port Amid West Asia Tensions
- India is accelerating development of Iran’s Chabahar Port to reduce dependence on the volatile Strait of Hormuz.
- The port bypasses Pakistan and provides direct access to Central Asia and Afghanistan.
- Rail and road connectivity to Zahedan is expected by 2026–27.
- Chabahar is set to become a major hub under the International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC).
Haryana Plans Ban on 11 Pesticides to Boost Basmati Exports
- Haryana will ban 11 pesticides in Basmati rice to meet global MRL norms.
- Similar to Punjab’s move, this aims to reduce export rejections from EU, US, and Japan.
- Banned pesticides include Acephate, Chlorpyriphos, and Imidacloprid.
- The move aligns with Good Agricultural Practices and will improve global credibility.
India Restricts TB Drug Access to Government Channels
- To fight drug-resistant TB, India will restrict drugs like Bedaquiline and Delamanid to government programs.
- DCGI mandates special labeling and usage as per STCI guidelines.
- Distribution will be limited to designated TB hospitals under the National TB Elimination Programme.