Stay updated with the Latest Current Affairs of 28 August 2025. We have Compiled the most important national, international, Economic, Sports, and Cultural News Updates to help Students, Competitive Exam Aspirants, and General Readers Stay Informed
International Current Affairs 28 August 2025
Russia–Ukraine War Update: A massive Russian airstrike on Kyiv killed at least 14 people, including three children, and left dozens injured.
Global Politics: Several nations condemned aggressive geopolitical moves, while global markets reacted cautiously to tariff announcements by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
National Current Affairs – India
Stock Market Crash: Sensex and Nifty plunged sharply after global tariff jitters hit IT and tech stocks. Investor sentiment remains weak.
Weather Alert: Kerala issued an Orange Alert in six districts due to heavy rains caused by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal.
Kolkata Monsoon: Heavy rainfall predicted in Kolkata with warnings for possible waterlogging and traffic delays.
A devastating landslide near the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage site claimed the lives of 32 people, marking a tragic day in national news.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stressed that India must be fully prepared for conflicts of varying durations—from brief skirmishes to wars lasting up to five years. He emphasized integrating strategic thinking, diplomacy, and advanced technology in defence planning.
PM Modi Begins Asia Tour to Offset U.S. Tariff Impact
Prime Minister Modi embarked on a diplomatic tour to China, Japan, and Russia to strengthen trade and strategic ties amid fallout from U.S. tariffs. In Japan, discussions center on critical minerals, high-value manufacturing investment—including up to ¥10 trillion over the next decade—and enhanced regional security cooperation. His engagement in China includes talks under the SCO framework and exploration of eased trade restrictions.
Economy & Business Name
Nvidia Earnings: Reported a 56% YoY revenue jump to $46.74 billion, but data-center sales fell short, pulling the stock 2% lower in pre-market
Snowflake Stock Surge: Shares surged 13% after strong earnings and AI-driven outlook for 2026.
Dollar General Growth: Stock rose 6.5% after raising its annual forecast
Tesla Struggles: European sales down 40% YoY, marking the 7th consecutive monthly decline
Sports News – 28 August 2025
Cricket (India): Jaipur hosted the RCA Senior Women’s T20 Challenger Trophy at Sawai Man Singh Stadium. Four teams are competing to shortlist 30 players for the upcoming national T20 championship.
Arts & Culture Update
Cinema Release: Malayalam superstar Mohanlal’s film Hridayapoorvam released worldwide today.
Upcoming Film Festivals: The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF 50th Edition) will begin in early September, while the Busan International Film Festival (30th Edition) is scheduled for mid-September.
India Enters 50% Tariff Crisis with U.S.
The U.S. has escalated its trade barriers by imposing a 50% tariff on Indian exports—comprising a 25% reciprocal tariff plus an additional 25% tied to India’s purchase of Russian oil. India has denounced these measures as “unfair, unjustified and unreasonable.” The dispute has raised concerns about the future of bilateral defense and strategic ties.
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