Current Affairs Quiz 13th and 14th September 2025 Quiz

Exp. Pralhad Joshi Inaugurates 1st Green Hydrogen R&D Conference

Union Minister of New & Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, inaugurated the 1st Annual Green Hydrogen R&D Conference in New Delhi.

Launched a ₹100 crore Call for Proposals to support start-ups in hydrogen innovation, offering up to ₹5 crore per project.

25 start-ups showcased advanced solutions like electrolyser manufacturing, AI-driven optimisation, and biological hydrogen production.

Joshi highlighted the role of the National Green Hydrogen Mission (2023) in driving clean energy, job creation, and making India a global hub for green hydrogen.

Exp. Australia Approves World’s First Chlamydia Vaccine to Protect Endangered Koalas

Australia’s regulator approved the world’s first vaccine to protect koalas from chlamydia, a disease causing infertility and death.

The single-dose vaccine was developed by the University of the Sunshine Coast after over a decade of research led by Prof. Peter Timms.

Trials showed the vaccine reduced chlamydia symptoms and cut mortality in wild koala populations by at least 65%.

The approval allows use of the vaccine in wildlife hospitals, veterinary clinics, and field programs to protect vulnerable koalas.

Koalas are listed as endangered in Queensland, New South Wales, and the ACT, facing threats from both habitat loss and chlamydia infections.

Exp. 12 September – International Day for South-South Cooperation

International Day for South-South Cooperation is observed every year on 12 September. The Day is coordinated by the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC).

It commemorates the adoption of the Buenos Aires Plan of Action (BAPA) for Technical Cooperation among Developing Countries in 1978.

It aims to promote solidarity, knowledge-sharing, and collective self-reliance among Global South nations to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Exp. India’s Retail Inflation Rises to 2.07% in August

India’s retail inflation rose to 2.07% in August (up 46 basis points from July’s 1.61%), remaining well within the RBI’s 4% target.

Rural inflation stood at 1.69%, while urban inflation was higher at 2.47% in August, as per MoSPI data.

Food inflation (CFPI) stayed negative for the third straight month at -0.69%, with pressures from vegetables, meat & fish, oils & fats, eggs, and personal care items.

Previous Months CPI-based Retail inflation

• January 2025 – 4.26%
• February 2025 – 3.6%
• March 2025 – 3.34%
• April 2025 – 3.16%
• May 2025 – 2.84%
• June 2025 – 2.10%
• July 2025 – 1.61%
• August 2025 – 2.07%

Exp. Sushila Karki appointed as interim PM of Nepal

Sushila Karki, Nepal’s first woman Chief Justice (2016–2017), will be sworn in as the head of the interim government after PM KP Sharma Oli’s resignation amid youth-led protests.

Her appointment has the backing of the Gen-Z protest movement, citing her neutrality and credibility.

Nepal’s parliament has been dissolved amid protests against corruption and instability; leaders condemned violence and appealed for medical support for those injured.

About Nepal

• Capital- Kathmandu
• Currency- Nepalese rupee
• Prime minister– Sushila Karki

Exp. Piyush Goyal Inaugurates Bihar’s First APEDA Regional Office to Boost Agri-Exports

Union Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated Bihar’s first APEDA regional office in Patna during the Bihar Idea Festival, aiming to boost the state’s global agri-export footprint.

The office will provide exporters direct access to APEDA services such as registration, certification, advisory support, market intelligence, and infrastructure development (earlier dependent on Varanasi office).

A 7-metric-ton consignment of GI-tagged Mithila Makhana was flagged off to New Zealand, Canada, and the USA, led by woman entrepreneur Neha Arya (Nehashi), highlighting women-led agri-trade.

Bihar, home to GI-tagged products like Shahi Litchi, Jardalu Mango, Mithila Makhana, and Magahi Pan, has expanded exports to the UAE, USA, and beyond, with APEDA enhancing training, packaging, and buyer-seller meets.

Exp. Ravi Ranjan Recommended as Next Managing Director of SBI by FSIB

Ravi Ranjan, currently Deputy Managing Director, has been recommended by FSIB for the position of Managing Director (MD) of State Bank of India (SBI). He will replace Vinay M Tonse, whose term ends on November 30, 2025.

FSIB interviewed nine candidates on September 11, 2025, and selected Ravi Ranjan based on his performance and overall experience.

The final appointment will be decided by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. SBI is headed by a Chairman assisted by four MDs, and FSIB is chaired by Bhanu Pratap Sharma.

Exp. Albania Appoints World’s First AI-Generated Minister to Fight Corruption

Albania has appointed the world’s first AI-generated government minister named Diella, with the aim of making the nation corruption-free.

Prime Minister Edi Rama added Diella as a digital minister in his cabinet, responsible for overseeing public tenders.

Diella will ensure 100% transparency and corruption-free procedures in public fund tenders.

Since its launch, Diella has been presented as a woman wearing traditional Albanian attire and has been assisting people with navigating government services online.

About Albania

• Capital- Tiranë
• Currency- Albanian Lek
• Official language- Albanian
• Continent- Europe
• Prime minister- Edi Rama

Exp. Brazil’s Supreme Court Sentences Former President Jair Bolsonaro to 27 Years in Prison for Coup Plot

Brazil’s Supreme Court sentenced former President Jair Bolsonaro to 27 years and 3 months in prison for plotting a coup to stay in power after losing the 2022 election, making him the first ex-president in the country’s history convicted for attacking democracy.

A panel of five justices delivered the verdict, with four voting to convict him on multiple charges including organising a coup, attempting to violently abolish democracy, and taking part in an armed criminal organisation, while one judge voted to acquit.

Justice Carmen Lucia said the case reflected Brazil’s past, present, and future, noting strong evidence that Bolsonaro acted with the purpose of eroding democracy and institutions.

Exp. NPCI Announces New UPI P2M Transaction Limit, To Take Effect September 15

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has revised the UPI limit for Person-to-Merchant (P2M) transactions to ₹10 lakh per day for selected verified categories, effective from September 15.

This change aims to make high-value digital payments more convenient and secure for Indian users, according to NPCI’s circular issued last month.

The UPI limit for Person-to-Person (P2P) transfers remains unchanged at ₹1 lakh per day.

Exp. 13 September – International Chocolate Day

International Chocolate Day is celebrated every year on 13th September to honour one of the world’s most loved treats – chocolate.

The date coincides with the birthday of Milton S. Hershey, founder of The Hershey Chocolate Company.

The day is marked worldwide by chocolate lovers, brands, and bakers with promotions, awareness, and celebrations around the cultural and economic importance of chocolate.

Exp. Manmohan Singh Posthumously Honoured With PV Narasimha Rao Award For Economic Contributions

Late former Prime Minister and renowned economist Dr Manmohan Singh has been posthumously conferred the P V Narasimha Rao Memorial Award for Economics for his contributions to India’s economic transformation and nation-building.

The award was received on his behalf by his wife, Gursharan Kaur, from the Hyderabad-based PV Narasimha Rao Memorial Foundation (PVNMF) .

The award was conferred by Montek Singh Ahluwalia, former deputy chairman of the erstwhile Planning Commission and distinguished fellow at the Centre for Social and Economic Progress.

The award was instituted by the PVNMF to recognise outstanding contributions in economics.

President of PVNMF – K Ramchandra Murthy

Recent Awards

• TIME magazine’s ‘Kid of the Year’ 2025 – Tejasvi Manoj (for her innovation ‘Shield Seniors’, a website to protect older adults from online scam)
• Camel International Award 2025 in Dubai – Palakkad’s NRI businessman Younus Ahamed
• National Teachers Award 2025 – Sikkim’s Karma Tempo Ethenpa
• Ramon Magsaysay Award 2025 – 1. Foundation to Educate Girls Globally, Rajasthan

2. Shaahina Ali (Maldives)
3. Flaviano Antonio L. Villanueva (Philippines)

• SCOPE Eminence Awards – Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. and Goa Shipyard Limited

Exp. India to Host 5th Coast Guard Global Summit 2027 in Chennai During Swarnim Jayanti

India has won the bid to host the 5th Coast Guard Global Summit 2027 in Chennai, which will coincide with the Indian Coast Guard’s Swarnim Jayanti celebrations.

The announcement was made at the 4th Coast Guard Global Summit in Rome, Italy, where Director General Paramesh Sivamani led the Indian delegation.

The 2027 summit will be attended by participants from 115 countries and organisations and will feature a fleet review and World Coast Guard Seminar.