As the competitive exam season for SSC, Railway, IBPS, and SBI approaches, it becomes crucial for aspirants to stay updated with the latest developments across various sectors. Staying informed about current affairs for the period from 18th to 24th August 2025 is an integral part of the preparation strategy for competitive exams, where General Awareness and Current Affairs form a significant portion of the syllabus. In this article, we cover the major events of the Weekly Current Affairs Roundup (August 18–24, 2025) for upcoming exams and help aspirants in their journey towards success.
🌍 World Events
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Copenhagen Climate Action Summit:
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47 countries pledged net-zero emissions by 2035.
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A $500 billion fund will help developing nations transition to renewable energy.
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Seen as the boldest climate move since the Paris Agreement.
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Japan’s Quantum Communication Network:
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First country to launch a nationwide quantum-encryption network, securing sensitive government and financial data.
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Could redefine global cybersecurity.
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Digital Euro Timeline Announced:
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ECB confirmed pilot launch in early 2026.
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Aims for a fee-free, secure digital payment option across Europe.
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🇺🇸 National News (USA)
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AI Privacy Rights Ruling:
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U.S. Supreme Court ruled (7–2) that citizens’ consent is required before using personal data to train AI models.
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Sets precedent for global AI governance.
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Infrastructure Modernization Act:
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Senate approved $2.3 trillion for power grid upgrades, rural broadband, and climate-resilient transport.
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NASA Mars Colony Preparations:
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$50 billion plan revealed.
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Target: first human settlement on Mars by 2045 with sustainable life-support and colonist training programs.
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🎾⚽ Sports Highlights
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Serena Williams’ Comeback:
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Returned after 2 years, defeating World No. 3 at Cincinnati Masters.
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Creates excitement ahead of U.S. Open.
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Women’s World Cup Final:
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Spain beat England 2–1.
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Attracted 1.8 billion viewers, a new women’s sports record.
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Paris 2024 Olympics Legacy Projects:
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Venues repurposed into community sports hubs.
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Seine swimming areas officially opened to the public.
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💼 Business & Economy
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Tesla Robotaxi Fleet:
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First fully autonomous taxi service launched in Austin, Texas with 500 A.I.-driven cars.
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Microsoft Buys CyberShield:
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$15B acquisition expands cybersecurity strength.
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Enhances enterprise threat detection systems.
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Global Chip Shortage Recovery:
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Semiconductor supply chains stabilizing.
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Expected return to normal by the end of 2025.
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Amazon’s Carbon-Neutral Delivery:
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Service launched in 25 cities using EV fleets & green warehouses.
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Aims for zero-emission deliveries without sacrificing speed.
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🧠 Current Affairs Quiz (with answers)
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How many countries committed to net-zero emissions by 2035 at the Copenhagen Summit?
👉 47 countries -
Which country launched the first nationwide quantum communication network?
👉 Japan -
When will the digital euro pilot phase begin?
👉 Early 2026 -
The U.S. Infrastructure Modernization Act is worth how much?
👉 $2.3 trillion -
How many people watched the Women’s World Cup Final (Spain vs. England)?
👉 1.8 billion viewers -
In which city did Tesla launch its first autonomous taxi fleet?
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By what year does NASA plan to establish the first human settlement on Mars?
👉 2045
✅ Key Takeaway: This week was marked by groundbreaking climate deals, AI regulation milestones, progress on Mars colonization, women’s sports record-breaking success, and major corporate tech moves.
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