8th August 2025 Daily Current Affairs

Tariff Hike: U.S. President Donald Trump has imposed a sweeping 50% tariff on Indian goods, citing national security concerns tied to India’s continued purchases of Russian oil. He has stated that no further trade negotiations will proceed until the issue is resolved. India has pledged to shield affected sectors like agriculture, dairy, and fisheries while supporting exporters and seeking alternate markets.
Economic Impact: The State Bank of India warns that halting Russian oil imports could increase India’s fuel import bill by up to $12 billion in FY27.

The MSCI Standard Index is set to include Swiggy, Vishal Mega Mart, Hitachi Energy India, and Waaree Energies, potentially attracting up to $287 million in international inflows. The official announcement took place today.

A high-level meeting in Lucknow held by UP Police, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) focused on combating cybercrime. Discussion points included the establishment of a dedicated cybercrime coordination center in UP and improving complaint registration and tracking systems.

The film Khalid Ka Shivaji has sparked backlash in Maharashtra over alleged historical inaccuracies—especially claims about the composition of Shivaji’s army and the depiction of a mosque on Raigad Fort. Political leaders are calling for a re-evaluation of its CBFC certification.

Rahul Gandhi has rescheduled a protest in Bengaluru—now set for 8 August—to raise concerns related to alleged “vote theft.” The postponement respects the state’s mourning period for former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India later this month, according to reports based on remarks from India’s National Security Adviser.

The daily Nagaland Lottery Sambad held its usual draws today—Morning (1 PM), Evening (6 PM), and Night (8 PM)—each offering a first prize of ₹1 crore. Winners are announced approximately 10 minutes after each draw.