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Current Affairs 17 September 2025
India Strengthens Strategic Footprint in the Indian Ocean
India and Mauritius have entered into a landmark agreement to set up a satellite tracking and communication station in the Chagos Archipelago, near the Diego Garcia military base. The pact, signed during Mauritian Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam’s visit to New Delhi, enhances India’s ability to monitor its satellites and launch vehicles while expanding its influence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
The Chagos Islands hold immense strategic significance as they are located at the crossroads of East Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia. While Diego Garcia already hosts a major US-UK military base that has supported operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Gulf, India’s new presence adds geopolitical depth. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the move as a “historic milestone,” balancing India’s recognition of Mauritius’ sovereignty with acknowledgment of UK’s military control over Diego Garcia.
Beyond space collaboration, the agreement also covers joint hydrographic surveys, navigational charting, maritime security in Mauritius’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), and capacity-building support such as refitting coast guard vessels and training officers. India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri reiterated that Mauritius continues to see India as its most trusted partner in regional development.
India Unveils Nation’s Largest Sports Complex in Ahmedabad
On 16 September 2025, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Naranpura Sports Complex in Ahmedabad, now India’s largest and most advanced sporting facility. Built at a cost of ₹825 crore, the complex features an Olympic-standard aquatic center, world-class indoor and outdoor sports arenas, training infrastructure, and residential facilities for athletes.
The project is part of India’s long-term “Vision 2047,” aiming to make the nation a global sporting powerhouse. Amit Shah highlighted that India’s sports budget has seen a dramatic rise—from ₹1,643 crore in 2014 to ₹5,300 crore in 2025—reflecting the government’s commitment to nurturing sports talent and infrastructure.
UN Women Reappoints Dr. Sima Bahous for Second Term
On 11 September 2025, UN Secretary-General António Guterres reappointed Dr. Sima Sami Bahous as Executive Director of UN Women for another term. The decision comes as the organization prepares to roll out its 2026–2029 Strategic Plan, which emphasizes gender equality as central to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Dr. Bahous expressed gratitude for the trust placed in her leadership and reaffirmed her commitment to empowering women and girls globally. Established in 2010, UN Women was formed through the merger of UNIFEM, DAW, INSTRAW, and OSAGI, serving as the UN’s primary body for gender equality and women’s empowerment.
World Patient Safety Day 2025 Focuses on Children’s Health
September 17 is observed globally as World Patient Safety Day, a World Health Organization (WHO) initiative launched in 2019. The 2025 theme, “Safe Care for Every Newborn and Every Child,” underscores the urgent need to reduce preventable risks during childbirth and treatment for young patients. The observance seeks to raise awareness, promote systemic reforms, and encourage transparency in healthcare practices to strengthen trust between patients and providers.
Samuel Umtiti Retires from Professional Football
French World Cup winner Samuel Umtiti, aged 31, has officially announced his retirement from football on 15 September 2025. Once hailed as one of Europe’s most promising defenders, Umtiti’s career was plagued by recurring knee injuries that limited his playing time and forced an early exit from the sport.
During his peak, Umtiti played a crucial role at FC Barcelona, where he won two La Liga titles and three Copa del Rey trophies, in addition to lifting the FIFA World Cup with France in 2018. His retirement marks the end of a career that promised greatness but was cut short by injury struggles.
Pakistan Calls for Islamic Military Alliance
At an emergency summit in Doha, attended by over 40 Arab and Islamic nations, the idea of a “NATO-style” military bloc for Muslim-majority countries gained traction. The meeting, convened after Israel’s strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar, largely resulted in condemnations but sparked interest in forming an “Arab-Islamic task force.”
Pakistan, the only nuclear-armed Islamic country, positioned itself prominently at the summit, with Turkey—a NATO member—also backing the concept. While the proposal remains at an early stage, the possibility of an Islamic defense alliance could pose new strategic challenges for India and other regional powers.
Review Questions
- Who has become the first woman Attorney General of Nepal?
A. Ramesh Badal
B. Sushila Karki
C. Sabita Bhandari
D. Ramchandra Paudel
ANSWER: C - Which country appointed “Diella,” the world’s first AI cabinet minister?
A. Greece
B. Italy
C. France
D. Albania
ANSWER: D - Who became India’s first-ever Speed Skating World Champion?
A. Anandkumar Velkumar
B. Krish Sharma
C. Rohan Bopanna
D. Chandra Kumar
ANSWER: A - On which date is the World Patient Safety Day 2025 observed each year?
A. August 12
B. October 5
C. September 17
D. December 1
ANSWER: C - In which city was the 16th Combined Commanders’ Conference (CCC) reviewed
by PM Narendra Modi?
A. New Delhi
B. Kolkata
C. Mumbai
D. Hyderabad
ANSWER: B - Which country, along with the UK, launched the ‘Atlantic Partnership for
Advanced Nuclear Energy’?
A. United States
B. France
C. Germany
D. Canada
ANSWER: A - In which city did Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurate India’s largest
sports complex?
A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Bengaluru
D. Ahmedabad
ANSWER: D - In which state did PM Modi inaugurate the world’s first bamboo-based 2G
bioethanol plant?
A. Bihar
B. Odisha
C. Assam
D. Jharkhand
ANSWER: C - What was the theme of the World Patient Safety Day 2025?
A. Farmers First – India First
B. Food Security for All
C. Sustainable Agriculture for Growth
D. Safe Care for Every Newborn and Every Child
ANSWER: D - Who won the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss title in 2025 for the second
consecutive time?
A. Koneru Humpy
B. R Vaishali
C. Zhongyi Tan
D. Hou Yifan
ANSWER: B
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