1) Sequel of Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s Biography Released
- The sequel of Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s biography titled “Believer’s Dilemma” was released.
- Vajpayee, India’s former Prime Minister, is remembered for his oratory, economic reforms, Pokhran-II nuclear tests, and peace initiatives with Pakistan.
- This sequel continues to document his political journey and legacy.
2) AIIMS Delhi Launched ‘Never Alone’ AI App
- AIIMS Delhi launched the ‘Never Alone’ AI-powered mobile app to tackle the issue of student suicides and mental health challenges.
- The app offers counselling, mental health assessments, and AI-based emotional support.
- This step aligns with India’s broader efforts to address rising student stress levels, especially in competitive academic environments.
3) 89th Meeting of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
- The 89th IEC meeting commenced under India’s chairmanship.
- The IEC is a global body that prepares and publishes international standards for electrical, electronic, and related technologies.
- India’s leadership reflects its growing role in standard-setting and technology governance at the global level.
4) India Runner-up in Women’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025
- The Indian women’s hockey team finished as runner-up in the Asia Cup Hockey 2025.
- Women’s hockey in India has been steadily improving, with significant milestones like the Tokyo 2020 Olympic semi-final finish.
- The result strengthens India’s position in Asian hockey, behind traditional powerhouse teams like Japan and South Korea.
5) International Day of Democracy 2025 – 15 September
- The International Day of Democracy was observed worldwide on 15 September 2025.
- Established by the UN General Assembly in 2007, the day promotes democratic values, human rights, and public participation in governance.
- Theme of 2025 focused on strengthening democratic resilience in the digital age (contextually linked to rising disinformation and AI-driven challenges).
