15 July 2025 Daily Current Affairs

Here are the key current affairs from July 15, 2025, covering national developments, economy, environment, diplomacy, and more:

🇮🇳 India’s Highlights

1. India enters top‑10 global tourism economies

According to the WTTC, India ranks among the world’s top 10 tourism destinations in 2024–25—a major boost for the travel and hospitality sector  .

2. IB Releases ACIO Recruitment Notification

The Intelligence Bureau has opened 3,717 vacancies for Assistant Central Intelligence Officer (ACIO), with applications starting July 19, 2025  .

3. India’s Clean Energy Push

The government aims to deliver 70% round-the-clock clean electricity to industrial and commercial consumers by 2030, aiming to lower energy costs and cut carbon emissions  .

4. First Digital Nomad Village in Sikkim

Yakten village in Sikkim’s Pakyong district has been designated as India’s first digital nomad village, fostering remote work amid scenic surroundings  .

5. Revised FGD Policy for Thermal Plants

The Ministry of Environment has updated norms on Flue Gas Desulphurisation units for thermal power plants to improve compliance and reduce pollution  .

💼 Economy & Business

6. SBI Lowers FD Interest Rates

State Bank of India has cut FD rates by 0.15% for tenures between 46 days and under 1 year, effective July 15, affecting short-term depositors  .

7. Record Low Inflation Spurs Rate‑Cut Calls

India’s retail inflation in June hit a 6-year low, prompting analysts to urge another rate cut from the RBI later this year  .

🌎 Diplomacy & Security

8. Congress Criticizes Jaishankar at SCO Meet

Rahul Gandhi slammed External Affairs Minister Jaishankar during the SCO meeting, calling India’s briefing to China a “full-blown circus”  .

9. Varanasi to Host Youth Drug-Free Summit

From July 18–20, Varanasi will host the “Nasha Mukt Yuva” summit to promote youth-driven strategies against drug abuse, featuring the launch of the Kashi Declaration  .

🌿 Environment & Infrastructure

10. Gurgaon Installs Flood‑Relief Rainwater Systems

Gurgaon Municipal Corporation plans new modular rainwater harvesting systems—capable of capturing 100,000–200,000 liters—to alleviate urban flooding  .

🚗 Business & Automotive

11. Tesla Opens First Indian Showroom

Tesla’s first showroom officially opened today in Mumbai (BKC). The Model Y, priced around ₹42.75 lakh (inclusive of import duty), is the expected launch vehicle  .

🧭 Summary

• 📊 Tourism: India secures a top-10 global ranking.
• 📌 Exams & Recruitment: Major IB ACIO recruitment underway.
• 🌱 Energy & Environment: Aggressive clean‑energy targets; new rainwater systems in Gurgaon.
• 💰 Economy: SBI FD rates cut; inflation at a 6‑year low.
• 🌐 Diplomacy: SCO meet spurs political debate.
• 🚗 Industry: Tesla enters India with a flagship showroom.

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