Aryna Sabalenka won the 2025 US Open women's singles title by defeating Amanda Anisimova in the final with a score of 6-3, 7-6 (7-3). This victory made Sabalenka the first woman to win back-to-back US Open titles since Serena Williams in 2014 and marked her fourth Grand Slam title overall. Sabalenka’s composure and strategic play under pressure were key factors in her win. She earned a record prize of $5 million for this achievement.
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In July 2025, India and the United Kingdom signed the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which grants India duty-free access to 99% of its exports to the UK and phases in tariff reductions across almost all trade sectors—making it one of India's most significant trade deals aimed at boosting exports, investment, and job creation.
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The "Dharmasthala case" refers to a major investigation launched in July 2025 into allegations of mass murders, sexual assaults, and secret burials around the Dharmasthala temple town in Karnataka, India.
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"Father Mother Sister Brother," directed by Jim Jarmusch, has won the Golden Lion for Best Film at the 2025 Venice Film Festival.
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Since the conflict in Gaza escalated in October 2023, more than 240 Palestinian journalists have been killed by Israeli forces, making it the deadliest conflict for journalists in modern history. Many media workers have been targeted or killed while reporting, highlighting increasing dangers for journalists trying to cover the war on the ground.
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Based on the 2023 Sample Registration System (SRS) Report, India's national Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) is 25, with a significant disparity between rural (28) and urban (19) areas. However, Kerala has achieved an IMR of just 5, which is lower than the United States (5.6) and shows minimal rural-urban difference, highlighting its exceptional success in healthcare.
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In 2025, Canada’s Finance Ministry officially acknowledged that Khalistani extremist groups such as Babbar Khalsa International and the International Sikh Youth Federation are operating within Canada and receiving financial support from sources inside the country. These groups, placed alongside designated terrorist organizations like Hamas and Hezbollah, raise funds by abusing charitable organizations, soliciting donations from diaspora communities, and using various methods including cryptocurrencies and criminal activities to support violent actions aimed at establishing an independent Khalistan in India’s Punjab region.
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The last lunar eclipse (Chandra Grahan) of 2025 will occur on the night of Sunday, September 7, and will be fully visible across India. This total lunar eclipse, also known as a "Blood Moon" due to the reddish hue of the moon during totality, will last about 82 minutes, making it one of the longest lunar eclipses visible from India in recent years. It is also the last lunar eclipse visible in India until March 2026, making it a rare and significant event for both skywatchers and those observing religious customs like Sutak Kaal in Hindu tradition.
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The next Hockey World Cup will be held jointly in Belgium and the Netherlands from August 14 to August 30, 2026. The tournament will feature both men's and women's competitions played together at world-class venues in Wavre, Belgium, and Amstelveen, Netherlands. This marks only the second time in history that the men's and women's World Cups will be staged simultaneously, promising an exciting and unified celebration of international hockey. The event aims to showcase the top teams from around the world, delivering a spectacular festival of hockey with packed stadiums and vibrant fan engagement.
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