27th August 2025 Daily Current Affairs

Key National & International Developments (27 August 2025)

1. U.S. Doubles Tariffs—Indian Industry Calls for Diversification

The United States officially raised tariffs on Indian goods to 50%, citing India’s continued imports of Russian oil. Industry organizations responded by emphasizing the need to diversify export markets and build a more resilient trade architecture. They view this challenge as a catalyst for India to strengthen its strategic positioning in global trade.

2. Geriatric Rainfall Shifts: Uneven Monsoons Across India

Monsoon patterns are shifting—traditionally arid regions like Rajasthan and Ladakh are now experiencing surplus rainfall, while Meghalaya, historically wetter, faces deficits. August 2025 saw record numbers of extremely heavy rainfall events nationwide, underscoring growing climate unpredictability

3. Commemorative ₹100 Coin for Bhupen Hazarika

To honor the birth centenary of Assam’s cultural legend Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, the Union Finance Ministry approved the issuance of a ₹100 commemorative coin. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma praised the initiative as a fitting tribute to Hazarika’s enduring impac

4. UPSC & Exam Updates

Several competitive exam platforms highlighted key affairs relevant for aspirants:

• InsightsIAS covered topics including climate vulnerability of the elderly and governance-related issues.

• ForumIAS shared a daily MCQ quiz focusing on current events

• GKTODAY featured a question on the Indian Army’s maiden Exercise Aarogya Setu held in Assam.

5. Kashmir Flash Floods: Vaishno Devi Landslide Tragedy

A devastating landslide and flash flood near the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage route in Indian-administered Kashmir killed at least 30 people. Rescue operations are ongoing amidst continued monsoon-induced hazards

6. Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations Begin

The auspicious festival of Ganesh Chaturthi commenced today, featuring idol installations and festive rituals. Timings for the Sthapna (11:05 am–1:40 pm) and traditions such as offering Modak and performing the Ganesh Aarti were widely shared.
Markets and banks remained closed in observance of the public holiday

7. Defense Diplomacy & Tariff Pressures

Amid trade tensions, India subtly pivoted towards diplomatic overtures with China and Russia, while maintaining a cautious distance from the U.S., avoiding overt public overtures.

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