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<h2 id="content-id-1758169532003-0"><strong>OpenAI appoints former Coursera CEO Raghav Gupta as Head of Education for India and APAC</strong></h2>

<p>OpenAI has appointed Raghav Gupta, former Coursera Asia-Pacific Managing Director, as head of education for India and APAC, signaling a major push in AI-driven learning. Announced at the OpenAI Education Summit in New Delhi, the move aims to launch local AI programs, research collaborations, and developer engagement. Partnering with the India AI Mission, OpenAI plans to expand technical training, foster innovation, and recruit talent. These initiatives, highlighted ahead of CEO Sam Altman’s India visit, aim to strengthen India’s leadership in AI education.</p>

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[Image Source: India Today]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532012-1"><strong>Andhra Pradesh SIPB Approves Investments Worth Rs. 53,922 Crore</strong></h2>

<p>At its 10th meeting on 28 August 2025, Andhra Pradesh’s State Investment Promotion Board, led by CM N. Chandrababu Naidu, approved 30 projects worth Rs. 53,922 crore, expected to generate 83,437 jobs. Key investments include HFCL, Apollo Tyres, Dhirubhai Ambani Green Tech Park, and Serentika Renewables, spanning sectors like renewable energy, automotive, telecom, and green technology. CM Naidu emphasized ease of doing business, electric mobility, MSME development, and food processing. These projects aim to boost industrial infrastructure, manufacturing, green energy, and employment across the state.</p>

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[Image Source: India Today]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532012-2"><strong>Mastercard and Infosys Collaborate to Enhance Cross-Border Payments</strong></h2>

<p>Infosys has partnered with Mastercard to integrate Mastercard Move into Infosys Finacle, enhancing global cross-border payment solutions. Mastercard Move enables secure, near real-time transactions for banks, corporates, and retail customers, covering over 95% of the world’s banked population. The collaboration aims to provide financial institutions with faster, scalable, and cost-efficient access to cross-border payments across 200+ countries and 150+ currencies. This integration improves customer experience, risk management, and digital banking capabilities, supporting the growing global remittance market, particularly in Asia.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="Mastercard and Infosys Collaborate to Enhance Cross-Border Payments" src="https://study.kdcampus.live/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/Mastercard-and-Infosys-Collaborate-to-Enhance-Cross-Border-Payments.webp" style="height:200px; width:400px"><br>
[Image Source: Mint]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532012-3"><strong>Google Unveils ‘Nano Banana,’ a New AI-Powered Photo Editing Tool</strong></h2>

<p>Google has launched Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, codenamed “Nano Banana,” an AI-powered image editing tool by DeepMind. It enables users to edit, merge, and remix photos using natural language while maintaining character consistency across images. Features include image merging, design mixing, and prompt-based editing for creative transformations. Accessible via Gemini app, Google AI Studio, and Vertex AI, it offers affordable pricing—USD 0.039 per image or USD 30 per million output tokens—catering to individuals, developers, and businesses seeking high-performance, versatile image editing solutions.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="Google Unveils ‘Nano Banana,’ a New AI-Powered Photo Editing Tool" src="https://study.kdcampus.live/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/Google-Unveils-Nano-Banana-a-New-AI-Powered-Photo-Editing-Tool.webp" style="height:200px; width:400px"><br>
[Image Source: Mint]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532012-4"><strong>Dinesh K. Patnaik Named India’s Ambassador to Canada</strong></h2>

<p>The Government of India appointed Dinesh K Patnaik as High Commissioner to Canada, while Canada named Christopher Cooter as its envoy to India, signaling a thaw in bilateral ties strained since 2023. Patnaik, a seasoned IFS officer, brings extensive diplomatic experience, including postings in Spain, the UK, Cambodia, and Morocco. The synchronized appointments follow a “constructive reset” agreed by PM Modi and Canadian PM Mark Carney at the 2025 G7 Summit, aiming to restore full diplomatic engagement, revive trade, and strengthen people-to-people connections.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="Dinesh K. Patnaik Named India’s Ambassador to Canada" src="https://study.kdcampus.live/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/Dinesh-K-Patnaik-Named-India-s-Ambassador-to-Canada.webp" style="height:200px; width:400px"><br>
[Image Source: PIB]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532012-5"><strong>Delhi CM Introduces ‘U-Special’ Bus Service for College Students</strong></h2>

<p>Delhi CM Rekha Gupta launched the revived ‘U-Special’ bus service to enhance daily commute for Delhi University students. The modern fleet features electric, air-conditioned buses equipped with CCTV cameras and panic buttons, promoting safety and environmental sustainability. The initiative aims to provide reliable, cost-effective transport while supporting student mobility. Addressing concerns over recent Delhi Metro fare hikes, the government assured consideration of student concession passes, reflecting a commitment to integrated, affordable, and eco-friendly public transport for the city’s students.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="Delhi CM Introduces ‘U-Special’ Bus Service for College Students" src="https://study.kdcampus.live/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/Delhi-CM-Introduces--U-Special-Bus-Service-for-College-Students.webp" style="height:200px; width:400px"><br>
[Image Source: NDTV]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532012-6"><strong>Ministry of Minority Affairs Introduces UMEED Module for Vulnerable Communities</strong></h2>

<p>The Ministry of Minority Affairs launched a dedicated module on the UMEED Portal to provide maintenance support from Waqf-alal-aulad properties to widows, divorced women, and orphans from minority communities. The digital platform enables online application, Aadhaar-based verification, and Direct Benefit Transfer, ensuring transparent and timely assistance. Implemented through State and UT Waqf Boards, the initiative modernizes Waqf governance, reduces administrative delays, and reinforces social justice by supporting vulnerable groups, ensuring the Waqf system effectively serves its intended welfare purpose.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="Ministry of Minority Affairs Introduces UMEED Module for Vulnerable Communities" src="https://study.kdcampus.live/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/Ministry-of-Minority-Affairs-Introduces-UMEED-Module-for-Vulnerable-Communities.webp" style="height:200px; width:400px"><br>
[Image Source: Mint]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532012-7"><strong>NALCO Plans USD 3.43 Billion Investment in Smelter and Power Plant</strong></h2>

<p>NALCO announced a Rs. 300 billion (~USD3.43 billion) investment to build a new aluminium smelter in Odisha and a coal-based power plant over five years, funded through debt and internal accruals. The Rs. 180 billion smelter will boost production capacity and support ‘Make in India,’ while the Rs. 120 billion power plant, in collaboration with Coal India and NTPC, ensures reliable electricity for operations. The project aims to strengthen India’s aluminium sector, create thousands of jobs, and enhance domestic and global market presence.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="NALCO Plans USD 3.43 Billion Investment in Smelter and Power Plant" src="https://study.kdcampus.live/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/NALCO-Plans-USD-3-43-Billion-Investment-in-Smelter-and-Power-Plant.webp" style="height:200px; width:400px"><br>
[Image Source: India Today]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532012-8"><strong>India and Bhutan Enter into MoU to Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation</strong></h2>

<p>India and Bhutan signed an MoU to enhance cooperation in agriculture and allied sectors, including livestock development, strengthening bilateral ties and food security efforts. Signed by India’s Devesh Chaturvedi and Bhutan’s Thinley Namgyel, the agreement focuses on research, livestock health, post-harvest management, value chains, seed advancement, and capacity building, with emphasis on climate-resilient practices and digital solutions. The Joint Technical Working Group will monitor implementation, promoting knowledge exchange, rural development, and sustainable agriculture, reinforcing India’s role as a regional agricultural knowledge hub.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="India and Bhutan Enter into MoU to Strengthen Agricultural Cooperation" src="https://study.kdcampus.live/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/India-and-Bhutan-Enter-into-MoU-to-Strengthen-Agricultural-Cooperation.webp" style="height:200px; width:400px"><br>
[Image Source: Mint]</p>

<h2 id="content-id-1758169532013-9"><strong>Neeraj Chopra Achieves a Top-Two Finish at the Zurich Diamond League</strong></h2>

<p>Neeraj Chopra secured second place at the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final with a final throw of 85.01m, extending his streak to 26 consecutive top-two international finishes. Germany’s Julian Weber won with a season-best 91.51m, while Keshorn Walcott took third. Despite fouls in earlier attempts, Neeraj’s final throw showcased his composure under pressure. His consistent podium finishes across Olympics, World Championships, and Diamond League events underscore his dominance and reliability, solidifying his status as India’s premier athletics icon.</p>

<p><img loading="lazy" alt="Neeraj Chopra Achieves a Top-Two Finish at the Zurich Diamond League" src="https://study.kdcampus.live/admin/assets/uploads/ckeditor/Neeraj-Chopra-Achieves-a-Top-Two-Finish-at-the-Zurich-Diamond-League.webp" style="height:200px; width:400px"><br>
[Image Source: India Today]</p>

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