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Current Affairs 29 September 2025
India Clinches 9th Asia Cup Title
In a nail-biting finale at the Dubai International Stadium on 28 September 2025, India lifted its ninth Asia Cup trophy by defeating Pakistan with five wickets in hand. Chasing a modest target of 147, India stumbled early at 20 for 3 but staged a remarkable comeback. Young batter Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 runs and Shivam Dube’s quickfire 33 off 22 balls steered the team to victory at 150 for 5.
The Asia Cup, launched in 1984 under the Asian Cricket Council (ACC), alternates between ODI and T20I formats depending on the upcoming ICC tournament. With this triumph, India extended its dominance in the tournament’s history, securing nine titles (1984, 1988, 1990–91, 1995, 2010, 2016, 2018, 2023, and 2025). Sri Lanka follows with six wins, while Pakistan has claimed the title twice.
World Heart Day 2025
World Heart Day was observed globally on 29 September, drawing attention to cardiovascular diseases, the leading cause of death worldwide. The 2025 theme, “Don’t Miss a Beat,” highlights the need for constant awareness of heart health, early detection of warning signs, and preventive measures against heart disease and stroke.
Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve & New Ramsar Sites
India achieved two important milestones in environmental conservation this year:
- The Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve in Himachal Pradesh was inducted into UNESCO’s World Network of Biosphere Reserves, becoming the 13th Indian site on this prestigious list.
- Two wetlands in Bihar — Gokul Jalashay (448 hectares, Buxar district) and Udaipur Jheel (319 hectares, West Champaran district) — were declared Ramsar sites, bringing India’s total to 93 wetlands of international importance.
These recognitions strengthen India’s global standing in biodiversity protection, open opportunities for international cooperation, and promote sustainable development led by local communities.
Mithun Manhas Becomes 37th BCCI President
Former Delhi and Jammu & Kashmir cricketer Mithun Manhas was unanimously elected as the 37th President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) at the 94th Annual General Meeting held in Mumbai on 28 September 2025.
He succeeds Roger Binny, who stepped down in August 2025. Until this election, Rajeev Shukla served as interim president and will continue as Vice-President. Other office bearers include Devajit Saikia (Secretary), Raghuram Bhat (Treasurer), and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia (Joint Secretary).
Founded in 1928, the BCCI remains the world’s wealthiest cricket governing body, with its headquarters in Mumbai.
National Geoscience Awards 2024
On 26 September 2025, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Geoscience Awards 2024 at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. The awards honoured 20 geoscientists for their contributions in mineral exploration, applied geosciences, and environmental research.
Instituted in 1966 by the Ministry of Mines, the awards represent the highest recognition in India’s geoscientific field. The ceremony was attended by Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Ministry Secretary Piyush Goyal, and GSI Director General Asit Saha.
Krishi Media Award 2025
Veteran journalist Amshi Prasannakumar from Mysuru has been chosen for the Hombale Samhita Harinikumar Alumni Krishi Media Award – 2025, presented by the Alumni Association of UAS Bangalore.
This award, scheduled to be presented on 11 October 2025, celebrates excellence in agricultural journalism, with the goal of promoting farmer-focused reporting, strengthening rural communication, and inspiring young journalists to highlight issues in agriculture and rural development.
Review Questions
- Which biosphere reserve in H.P was recently included in UNESCO’s World
Network of Biosphere Reserves?
A. Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve
B. Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve
C. Nilgiri Biosphere
D. Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve
ANSWER: B - With the addition of Gokul Jalashay and Udaipur Jheel, how many Ramsar
sites does India now have?
A. 91
B. 92
C. 93
D. 94
ANSWER: C - Gokul Jalashay, newly designated as a Ramsar site, is located in which district
of Bihar?
A. Patna
B. Buxar
C. Gaya
D. West Champaran
ANSWER: B - Udaipur Jheel, recognized as a Ramsar site in 2025, is situated in which district
of Bihar?
A. Buxar
B. Darbhanga
C. West Champaran
D. Nalanda
ANSWER: C - Which country has won the most Asia Cup titles as of 2025?
A. Sri Lanka
B. India
C. Pakistan
D. Bangladesh
ANSWER: B - Who has been elected as the 37th President of the Board of Control for Cricket
in India (BCCI)?
A. Anurag Thakur
B. Sourav Ganguly
C. Mithun Manhas
D. Roger Binny
ANSWER: C - Who received the National Geoscience Award for Lifetime Achievement 2024?
A. Prof. Shyam Sundar Rai
B. Dr. Ashok Kumar
C. Prof. Gopal Singh
D. Dr. Ramesh Kumar
ANSWER: A - Senior journalist Amshi Prasannakumar was honored with which award in
2025?
A. Ramnath Goenka Award
B. Hombale Samhita Harinikumar Alumni Krishi Media Award
C. Bhasha Samman Award
D. Vyas Samman
ANSWER: B - World Heart Day is observed every year on which date?
A. 27 September
B. 28 September
C. 29 September
D. 30 September
ANSWER: C - What is the theme of World Heart Day 2025?
A. “Use Heart for Every Heart“
B. “Heart Health for All“
C. “Don’t Miss a Beat“
D. “Strengthen Your Heart”
ANSWER: C
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