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Current Affairs 16 September 2025
Tirumala Hills & Erra Matti Dibbalu Added to UNESCO Tentative List
Two of Andhra Pradesh’s natural wonders — the Tirumala Hills and Erra Matti Dibbalu (Red Sand Dunes) near Visakhapatnam — have earned a place on the UNESCO Tentative List of World Heritage Sites.
- Erra Matti Dibbalu, recognised as a National Geo-heritage Monument in 2016 by the Geological Survey of India, was first studied in 1886 by British geologist William King. The dunes’ deep red colour is a result of centuries of iron oxidation. Globally, only two other similar formations exist — in Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu. These dunes provide valuable insights into ancient climate shifts and sea-level variations.
- Tirumala Hills, home to the sacred Tirupati temple, are equally significant for housing the Eparchaean Unconformity, a rare geological phenomenon that reveals Earth’s billion-year-old evolutionary history.
Albania Introduces World’s First AI Cabinet Minister
In a groundbreaking move, Albania has appointed “Diella”, the world’s first AI-powered cabinet minister, to oversee public procurement. Launched by Prime Minister Edi Rama, the virtual minister operates through the E-Albania digital governance platform.
- The name “Diella” comes from the Albanian word for “sun.”
- The appointment aims to combat corruption, ensure fair tender processes, and improve efficiency in one of Albania’s most sensitive sectors. This initiative makes Albania a pioneer in merging artificial intelligence with national governance.
PM Modi Launches ‘Gyan Bharatam Portal’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the ‘Gyan Bharatam Portal’ on 12 September 2025. The platform seeks to digitise, preserve, and provide public access to India’s vast collection of manuscripts.
Key features include:
- A centralised digital repository for scholars and the public.
- AI-enabled tools for translation, search, and annotation.
- Training programs for manuscript conservation experts.
- International collaborations to strengthen global heritage preservation.
India & Norway Hold First Maritime Security Dialogue
India and Norway hosted their inaugural Maritime Security, Disarmament, and Non-Proliferation Dialogue in Oslo.
- Discussions included global disarmament treaties such as the NPT and CWC, along with commitments to uphold non-proliferation norms.
- On the maritime front, both nations reaffirmed their dedication to UNCLOS principles, secure sea lanes, and sustainable maritime practices to protect trade and economic growth.
Engineers’ Day 2025: Honouring Sir M. Visvesvaraya
India celebrated Engineers’ Day on 15 September 2025, paying tribute to Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya, born in 1861.
- Known for his innovations in irrigation and flood control, Visvesvaraya’s sluice gate system at the Khadakwasla reservoir and his role in building the Krishna Raja Sagar Dam stand as enduring legacies.
- His contributions to Hyderabad’s drainage system also prevented devastating floods.
- While India honours engineers on September 15, the World Engineering Day for Sustainable Development is observed annually on March 4, with the 2025 theme being “Engineering Solutions for a Sustainable World.”
National Agriculture Conference – Rabi Abhiyan 2025
The Union Ministry of Agriculture launched the National Agriculture Conference – Rabi Abhiyan 2025 at Pusa, New Delhi, under the theme “One Nation – One Agriculture – One Team.”
Objectives include:
- Strategic planning for key Rabi crops like wheat, mustard, and lentils.
- Adoption of climate-resilient farming and water-saving practices.
- Enhanced use of technology for efficient input management.
The event also forms part of the Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (Phase 2), aimed at transforming Indian agriculture through innovation and state-district-level planning.
Indian Sporting Achievements
- R. Vaishali clinched the FIDE Women’s Grand Swiss 2025 title for the second year in a row, securing a spot in the prestigious Women’s Candidates Tournament after a tense final match against former world champion Tan Zhongyi.
- Anandkumar Velkumar struck gold in the Senior Men’s 1000m Sprint at the Speed Skating World Championships 2025, drawing praise from PM Modi.
- Cricketer Mohammed Siraj was named ICC Men’s Player of the Month (August 2025) for his stellar match-winning spell against England in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.
- Ireland’s Orla Prendergast won the ICC Women’s Player of the Month (August 2025) for her outstanding all-round performances in T20Is, particularly against Pakistan.
Review Questions
- Who won the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for August 2025?
A. Jasprit Bumrah
B. Mohammed Siraj
C. Ben Stokes
D. Pat Cummins
ANSWER: B - Which cricket star was named ICC Women’s Player of the Month for August
2025?
A. Smriti Mandhana
B. Orla Prendergast
C. Meg Lanning
D. Harmanpreet Kaur
ANSWER: B - Against which team did Orla Prendergast showcase exceptional performances
in T20Is to secure major series victories?
A. Australia
B. Pakistan
C. England
D. South Africa
ANSWER: B - India–Norway Maritime Security, Disarmament, and Non-Proliferation
Dialogue held in
A. New Delhi
B. Oslo
C. Mumbai
D. Geneva
ANSWER: B - What is the name of the digital platform launched by PM Modi for manuscript
digitisation and preservation?
A. Bharat Knowledge Portal
B. Digital Gyan Abhiyan
C. Gyan Bharatam Portal
D. India Heritage Portal
ANSWER: C - Which country appointed Diella, the world’s first AI-powered cabinet
minister?
A. Norway
B. Albania
C. Estonia
D. Sweden
ANSWER: B - Which two natural sites of Andhra Pradesh have been added to the UNESCO
Tentative List of World Heritage Sites?
A. Araku Valley & Borra Caves
B. Tirumala Hills & Erra Matti Dibbalu
C. Lambasingi & Papikondalu
D. Simhachalam & Nagarjuna Sagar
ANSWER: B - Engineers’ Day in India is celebrated in honour of which eminent personality?
A. M. Visvesvaraya
B. Vikram Sarabhai
C. Homi J. Bhabha
D. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
ANSWER: A - What was the theme of the ‘National Agriculture Conference – Rabi Abhiyan
2025’?
A. Farmers First – India First
B. Food Security for All
C. Sustainable Agriculture for Growth
D. One Nation – One Agriculture – One Team
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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