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Mon, 18 Aug 2025
Rajya Sabha passes Indian Ports Bill, 2025 replacing the Indian Ports Act, 1908
The Rajya Sabha passed the Indian Ports Bill, 2025 on 18 August 2025, completing parliamentary approval of the law that replaces the colonial-era Indian Ports Act, 1908.
DRI seizes 119.4 kg Alprazolam at clandestine unit in Anakapalli, Andhra Pradesh; eight arrested
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 119.4 kg of Alprazolam worth about ₹23.88 crore at a clandestine manufacturing facility in Atchuthapuram, Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh, the Ministry of Finance said on 18 August 2025.
Sun, 17 Aug 2025
Uttarakhand Cabinet approves Minority Educational Institutions Bill, 2025; Madrasa Education Board Act to be repealed
On 17 August 2025, the Uttarakhand Cabinet approved the Uttarakhand Minority Educational Institutions Bill, 2025, extending minority educational institution status beyond Muslims to Sikhs, Jains, Christians, Buddhists and Parsis.
NCDRC and 10 States record over 100% disposal of consumer cases in July 2025
The National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission and ten States disposed of more consumer cases than were filed in July 2025, the Department of Consumer Affairs said on 17 August 2025.
NDA names Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan as its Vice-Presidential candidate
The National Democratic Alliance named Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan as its candidate for the Vice-Presidential election on 17 August 2025.
Sat, 16 Aug 2025
DRI's 'Operation Crystal Break' busts mephedrone factory in Bhopal; 61.2 kg seized
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence busted a clandestine mephedrone manufacturing unit at Jagdishpur (Islamnagar) in Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh on 16 August 2025, seizing 61.20 kg of liquid mephedrone worth ₹92 crore.
Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla given additional charge of Nagaland
The President appointed Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla to discharge the functions of the Governor of Nagaland in addition to his own duties, following the demise of Governor La. Ganesan, Rashtrapati Bhavan said on 16 August 2025.
Fri, 15 Aug 2025
Thu, 14 Aug 2025
President Murmu addresses the nation on the eve of the 79th Independence Day
President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on 14 August 2025, the eve of the 79th Independence Day, citing 6.5% GDP growth in the last fiscal year and the Constitution's four pillars of justice, liberty, equality and fraternity.
Three Additional Judges appointed to the Bombay High Court
The Centre notified on 14 August 2025 the appointment of Ajit Bhagwanrao Kadethankar, Sushil Manohar Ghodeswar and Aarti Arun Sathe as Additional Judges of the Bombay High Court for two years.
Wed, 13 Aug 2025
Tue, 12 Aug 2025
Lok Sabha Speaker admits motion to remove Justice Yashwant Varma, sets up three-member inquiry committee
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on 12 August 2025 admitted a motion signed by 146 MPs seeking the removal of Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma and constituted a three-member committee to probe the charges.
Parliament passes National Sports Governance Bill and National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025
Parliament passed the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025 and the National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025 on 12 August 2025, when the Rajya Sabha approved both bills a day after the Lok Sabha.
UPSC to begin centenary year celebrations from 1 October 2025
The Union Public Service Commission announced on 12 August 2025 that it will celebrate its centenary year from 1 October 2025 to 1 October 2026, marking 100 years since the Public Service Commission was set up on 1 October 1926.
Mon, 11 Aug 2025
Supreme Court orders removal of stray dogs from Delhi-NCR streets to shelters
A Supreme Court bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan on 11 August 2025 directed authorities in Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad to pick up stray dogs and house them in shelters, in a suo motu case on dog bites.
Lok Sabha passes Income-Tax (No. 2) Bill and Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025 without debate
The Lok Sabha on 11 August 2025 passed the Income-Tax (No. 2) Bill, 2025 and the Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025 by voice vote without debate, amid Opposition protests.
Parliament passes Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025 replacing the 1958 Act
Parliament passed the Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025 on 11 August 2025 when the Rajya Sabha adopted it, after the Lok Sabha had passed it on 6 August.
Cooperative Election Authority holds first consultative meeting with state cooperative election bodies
The Cooperative Election Authority, chaired by Devendra Kumar Singh, held its first consultative meeting with State Cooperative Election Authorities in New Delhi on 11 August 2025.
ECI begins delisting another 476 registered unrecognised political parties
The Election Commission of India said on 11 August 2025 that it has identified another 476 registered unrecognised political parties (RUPPs) for delisting, after removing 334 such parties on 9 August.
PM inaugurates 184 Type-VII flats for MPs at Baba Kharak Singh Marg
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 11 August 2025 inaugurated 184 newly built Type-VII multi-storey flats for Members of Parliament at Baba Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi.
Sun, 10 Aug 2025
Sat, 09 Aug 2025
ECI delists 334 registered unrecognised political parties
The Election Commission of India said on 9 August 2025 that it has delisted 334 Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs) found non-compliant after verification of 345 such parties by state Chief Electoral Officers.
DARPG notifies scheme for the 23rd National Awards for e-Governance 2026
The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) notified on 9 August 2025 the scheme guidelines for the 23rd National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG) 2026, with 16 awards across seven categories.
Fri, 08 Aug 2025
Cabinet approves ₹4,250-crore new components of Special Development Packages for Assam and Tripura
The Union Cabinet on 8 August 2025 approved four new components under the Central Sector Scheme of Special Development Packages (SDPs) for Assam and Tripura, with a central outlay of ₹4,250 crore, to implement peace settlements with ethnic groups.
Government e Marketplace marks 9th Foundation Day with ₹5.4 lakh crore GMV in FY 2024-25
The Government e Marketplace (GeM) celebrated its 9th Foundation Day on 8 August 2025, reporting a Gross Merchandise Value of ₹5.4 lakh crore in FY 2024-25 and announcing seller-friendly reforms such as the end of caution money.
Thu, 07 Aug 2025
Parliament clears Coastal Shipping Bill, 2025
The Rajya Sabha passed the Coastal Shipping Bill, 2025 on 7 August 2025, completing its passage through Parliament; the Bill replaces Part XIV of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 and aims to raise coastal cargo to 230 million tonnes by 2030.
ECI notifies Vice-Presidential Election 2025 schedule; poll, if needed, on 9 September
The Election Commission of India notified the schedule for the Vice-Presidential Election, 2025 on 7 August 2025, with 21 August as the last date for nominations and 9 September as the polling date if a contest is required.
Wed, 06 Aug 2025
PM Modi dedicates Kartavya Bhavan-3 on Kartavya Path to the nation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Kartavya Bhavan-3 on Kartavya Path, New Delhi, on 6 August 2025, saying ministries now spread across 50 locations would save about ₹1,500 crore a year in rent once shifted to new buildings.
Rajya Sabha passes Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025, repealing 1925 Act
The Rajya Sabha passed the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025 on 6 August 2025, repealing the century-old Indian Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 1925 and adopting the Hague-Visby Rules.