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July 31, 2025 India Witnesses Key Developments in Space, Economy, and Governance; Celebrates Sporting Triumph and Environmental Milestones

The past 24 hours have been marked by significant developments across various sectors in India. The nation successfully launched the NISAR Earth-observing satellite in collaboration with NASA, a major stride in space technology. Economically, the IMF has revised India's growth forecast upwards, even as new tariffs from the US pose a challenge. On the governance front, a new mobile application was launched to combat cyber fraud. India also celebrated a historic win in the chess world and reaffirmed its commitment to global climate action and tiger conservation.

India has seen a flurry of significant events over the last 24 hours, spanning technological advancements, economic shifts, and key policy initiatives, alongside notable achievements in sports and environmental conservation.

Science & Technology

A major highlight is the successful launch of the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) Earth-observing satellite on July 30, 2025. This collaborative mission between the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and NASA is poised to provide crucial data for understanding Earth's changing ecosystems, ice mass, vegetation, and natural hazards. Additionally, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted successful flight tests of the Pralay missile, enhancing India's defence capabilities.

Economy & Governance

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised India's growth forecast to 6.4% for both 2025 and 2026, reaffirming its position as the fastest-growing major economy. This positive economic outlook comes amidst new challenges, as US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff plus penalty on Indian imports, effective August 1, 2025, citing high Indian tariffs.

In a move to enhance digital security, Union Communication Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched the Sanchar Mobile App (now known as "Sanchar Saathi") in Hindi and 21 regional languages. This application aims to combat telecom-related cyber frauds by allowing users to report suspicious communications and manage lost or stolen phones. Furthermore, the Income Tax Department clarified that there are no changes in tax rates under the new Income Tax Bill 2025.

International Relations & Environment

India has established a COP-33 cell to host the 2028 UN Climate Summit, signaling its growing role in global climate action. The nation also observed International Tiger Day on July 29, 2025, with the theme "Securing the future of Tigers with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities at the heart", emphasizing conservation efforts. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also embarking on a five-nation diplomatic tour, including participation in the BRICS Summit in Brazil, aimed at strengthening India's bilateral relations and global standing.

Sports & Other Notable Mentions

In a significant sporting achievement, Divya Deshmukh became the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Chess World Cup and achieve the Grandmaster title. The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) is also hosting a national symposium to celebrate the inclusion of the Bhagavad Gita and the Natyashastra in the UNESCO Memory of the World International Register.

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