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Current Affairs 04 June 2025
1. Royal Challengers Bengaluru Won Maiden IPL Title 2025
Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their maiden IPL title in 2025, ending years of
anticipation and near-misses. The team delivered a stellar performance throughout the season, showcasing a well-balanced combination of experience and young talent. In the final, RCB outclassed their opponents with a commanding display in both batting and bowling. Key contributions came from their star players, who rose to the occasion under pressure. This historic win marked a turning point for the franchise and ignited celebrations among their passionate fanbase worldwide.
anticipation and near-misses. The team delivered a stellar performance throughout the season, showcasing a well-balanced combination of experience and young talent. In the final, RCB outclassed their opponents with a commanding display in both batting and bowling. Key contributions came from their star players, who rose to the occasion under pressure. This historic win marked a turning point for the franchise and ignited celebrations among their passionate fanbase worldwide.Foot notes:
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RCB's Historic Win: Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Punjab Kings by 6 runs in the IPL 2025 final, marking their first-ever IPL title win after 18 years.
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Krunal Pandya's Match-Winning Performance: Krunal Pandya was named Player of the Final for his impressive bowling, claiming 2 wickets for 17 runs in 4 overs, including the crucial wicket of Josh Inglis.
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RCB's Strong Team Effort: RCB posted 190/9 in 20 overs, with Virat Kohli scoring 43 runs, and their bowlers restricted Punjab Kings to 184/7, showcasing a well-rounded team performance.
2. Karol Nawrocki Elected President of Poland
Karol Nawrocki, a 42-year-old historian from Gdańsk, was elected President of Poland in
June 2025, narrowly defeating liberal Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski with 50.89% of the vote. Despite lacking prior political experience, Nawrocki's campaign, backed by the conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party and endorsed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, resonated with voters seeking a nationalist and socially conservative agenda. His victory is expected to challenge the centrist, pro-European government led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, potentially leading to political gridlock.
June 2025, narrowly defeating liberal Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski with 50.89% of the vote. Despite lacking prior political experience, Nawrocki's campaign, backed by the conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party and endorsed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, resonated with voters seeking a nationalist and socially conservative agenda. His victory is expected to challenge the centrist, pro-European government led by Prime Minister Donald Tusk, potentially leading to political gridlock.Foot notes:
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Right-Wing Historian: Nawrocki, 42, is a previously little-known figure on the national political stage, affiliated with the conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party, which lost power 18 months ago.
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Power Dynamics: Although the Polish presidency is largely ceremonial, Nawrocki will wield significant power with his veto authority, potentially clashing with Prime Minister Donald Tusk's pro-European Union agenda.
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Divergent Views on EU: Nawrocki supports traditional Catholic values and Polish sovereignty within the EU, opposing further ceding of national powers to the bloc, whereas Trzaskowski backed deeper EU integration and partnerships with Germany and France.
3. Lee Jae-myung Elected President of South Korea
Lee Jae-myung was elected President of South Korea in June 2025, securing 49.4% of
the vote in a snap election following the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk Yeol. A member of the Democratic Party, Lee's victory marked a significant political shift, ending months of turmoil triggered by Yoon's brief imposition of martial law. In his inaugural address, Lee emphasized the need to address overlapping crises in the economy, national security, and democracy, and expressed a commitment to reform South Korea's over-centralized development model. He also signaled a willingness to engage in dialogue with North Korea to promote peace on the peninsula.
the vote in a snap election following the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk Yeol. A member of the Democratic Party, Lee's victory marked a significant political shift, ending months of turmoil triggered by Yoon's brief imposition of martial law. In his inaugural address, Lee emphasized the need to address overlapping crises in the economy, national security, and democracy, and expressed a commitment to reform South Korea's over-centralized development model. He also signaled a willingness to engage in dialogue with North Korea to promote peace on the peninsula.Foot notes:
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Decisive Victory: Lee Jae-myung won the presidential election with 49.42% of the vote, securing 17,287,513 votes, while his closest rival, Kim Moon-soo, received 41.15% of the vote.
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Shift in Power: This election marks a significant regime change in South Korea, symbolizing voter response to past controversies and signaling a new political direction, with a growing demand for government accountability, transparency, and reform.
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Economic Revival: Lee's top priorities include reviving the economy, which has been vulnerable to US President Donald Trump's tariffs, and improving everyday livelihoods, such as affordable housing and rewarding jobs.
4. Nationwide Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan launched
The Viksit Krishi Sankalp Abhiyan (VKSA-2025), launched on May 29, 2025, is a
nationwide campaign aimed at transforming Indian agriculture through direct farmer engagement and scientific support. Spearheaded by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the initiative seeks to bridge the gap between agricultural research and field-level implementation by deploying over 16,000 scientists across 2,170 teams to visit villages and provide tailored guidance on crop selection, seed varieties, fertilizer usage, and sustainable practices like natural farming .
nationwide campaign aimed at transforming Indian agriculture through direct farmer engagement and scientific support. Spearheaded by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the initiative seeks to bridge the gap between agricultural research and field-level implementation by deploying over 16,000 scientists across 2,170 teams to visit villages and provide tailored guidance on crop selection, seed varieties, fertilizer usage, and sustainable practices like natural farming .Foot notes:
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Nationwide Reach: The campaign targets over 1.5 crore farmers across India, with a potential reach of 5 crore farmers across all districts, through technology dissemination, capacity building, and grassroots engagement.
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Key Features: The campaign promotes lab-to-land transfer of innovations through training, scientist-farmer interaction, and demonstrations, integrating fisheries and agriculture to enhance livelihood security and rural development.
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Technological Advancements: A novel fish vaccine, "CIFA Argu VAX-I," was launched during the campaign, developed by ICAR-CIFA to prevent parasitic infections in aquaculture, reducing economic losses and enhancing fish health management.
5. Oscar Piastri Claims Dominant Victory at Spanish Grand Prix 2025
Oscar Piastri claimed a dominant victory at the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix, marking his fifth
win of the Formula One season. Driving for McLaren, he started from pole position and led the race from start to finish at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Piastri’s teammate, Lando Norris, finished second, securing a 1-2 finish for the team. Charles Leclerc of Ferrari took third place after a collision between Max Verstappen and George Russell dropped both down the order. This win solidified Piastri’s lead in the Drivers’ Championship and showcased McLaren’s rising dominance in the 2025 season.
win of the Formula One season. Driving for McLaren, he started from pole position and led the race from start to finish at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Piastri’s teammate, Lando Norris, finished second, securing a 1-2 finish for the team. Charles Leclerc of Ferrari took third place after a collision between Max Verstappen and George Russell dropped both down the order. This win solidified Piastri’s lead in the Drivers’ Championship and showcased McLaren’s rising dominance in the 2025 season.Foot notes:
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Dominant Win: Oscar Piastri clinched a commanding victory in the Spanish Grand Prix, leading teammate Lando Norris to a McLaren 1-2 finish. Piastri made an excellent start from pole position and built an early lead.
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Late-Race Drama: The race saw late drama unfold when Max Verstappen and George Russell collided, resulting in a 10-second time penalty for Verstappen. Despite this, Piastri remained focused and crossed the line to take victory.
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Championship Lead: Piastri's win has further strengthened his championship lead, putting him 10 points ahead of Norris in the Drivers' Championship. Verstappen trails Piastri by 49 points.
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Impressive Team Performance: McLaren had a strong team performance, with Norris supporting Piastri to secure a 1-2 finish. Charles Leclerc took third place for Ferrari, while Nico Hulkenberg impressed with fifth place for Kick Sauber.
6. Kumar Mangalam Birla Honoured with Global Leadership Award 2025
Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of the Aditya Birla Group, was honored with the 2025
Global Leadership Award by the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) at its Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. This prestigious award recognizes his significant contributions to strengthening the U.S.-India economic partnership through substantial investments and cross-border innovation. In his acceptance speech, Birla highlighted the group's $4.1 billion greenfield aluminum rolling mill project in Bay Minette, Alabama, marking the largest industrial investment in the state's history .
Global Leadership Award by the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) at its Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. This prestigious award recognizes his significant contributions to strengthening the U.S.-India economic partnership through substantial investments and cross-border innovation. In his acceptance speech, Birla highlighted the group's $4.1 billion greenfield aluminum rolling mill project in Bay Minette, Alabama, marking the largest industrial investment in the state's history . Foot notes:
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Award Recognition: Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of Aditya Birla Group, received the Global Leadership Award 2025 from the U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) at its 8th annual Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C.
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Leadership and Investments: Birla was recognized for his exceptional leadership and commitment to strengthening U.S.-India economic ties, with Aditya Birla Group investing over $15 billion in the U.S. and generating significant employment opportunities.
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Job Creation and Operations: The group operates in 15 U.S. states, employing over 5,400 people, and has established itself as India's largest investor in the U.S., reflecting a deep commitment to long-term bilateral cooperation.
7. Lavender Festival 2025 Concludes in Bhaderwah
The 3rd Lavender Festival concluded on June 2, 2025, in Bhaderwah, Jammu & Kashmir,
celebrating the region's transformation into India's lavender capital under the CSIR-Aroma Mission. Organized by the CSIR–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), the two-day event featured field visits to lavender farms, live distillation demonstrations, and exhibitions showcasing value-added products like essential oils and cosmetics. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who inaugurated the festival, praised the "Purple Revolution" for empowering over 5,000 farmers and fostering rural entrepreneurship.
celebrating the region's transformation into India's lavender capital under the CSIR-Aroma Mission. Organized by the CSIR–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR-IIIM), the two-day event featured field visits to lavender farms, live distillation demonstrations, and exhibitions showcasing value-added products like essential oils and cosmetics. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who inaugurated the festival, praised the "Purple Revolution" for empowering over 5,000 farmers and fostering rural entrepreneurship.Foot notes:
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Economic Impact: The festival showcased the economic potential of lavender cultivation, generating 10.5 crore in revenue from lavender oil and dried flowers, benefiting rural communities in Bhaderwah, Jammu, and Kashmir.
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Rural Empowerment: The event highlighted the role of lavender farming in empowering rural farmers and entrepreneurs, with over 5,000 farmers engaged and 3,000+ families cultivating lavender across 750+ hectares.
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Sustainable Agriculture: The festival promoted sustainable agriculture practices in remote Himalayan regions, demonstrating the potential for self-employment and rural economic growth through lavender cultivation.
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Industry Growth: The festival marked a milestone in the CSIR-Aroma Mission, with 50+ distillation units set up across Jammu and Kashmir, and over 9,000 individuals trained in lavender farming and processing, driving India's vision for self-reliance in essential oils.
8. Shailendra Nath Gupta appointed as New Director General of Defence Estates
Shailendra Nath Gupta, a 1990-batch officer of the Indian Defence Estates Service
(IDES), assumed office as the Director General of Defence Estates on May 31, 2025. With over three decades of experience, he has held significant positions, including CEO of various Cantonment Boards, Defence Estate Officer of multiple circles, and Principal Director of Defence Estates in the Eastern Command. The Directorate General of Defence Estates (DGDE) manages approximately 18 lakh acres of defence land across India, operating through six commands, 38 Defence Estates Circles, and 61 Cantonment Boards.
(IDES), assumed office as the Director General of Defence Estates on May 31, 2025. With over three decades of experience, he has held significant positions, including CEO of various Cantonment Boards, Defence Estate Officer of multiple circles, and Principal Director of Defence Estates in the Eastern Command. The Directorate General of Defence Estates (DGDE) manages approximately 18 lakh acres of defence land across India, operating through six commands, 38 Defence Estates Circles, and 61 Cantonment Boards. Foot notes:
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Previous Roles: He has served as CEO of several Cantonment Boards, Defence Estates Officer, Staff Officer, Director, Defence Estates, Central Command, and Principal Director, Defence Estates, Eastern Command.
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Responsibilities: As DGDE, Gupta will oversee the management of approximately 18 lakh acres of defence land across India, including 61 Cantonment Boards and 38 Defence Estates Circles.
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Key Focus Areas: His tenure is expected to focus on digitization of defence land records, land audit reforms, streamlining land management, preventing encroachments, and ensuring proper land utilization.
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Significance: The appointment comes at a time when strategic land management and modernization of cantonments are key priorities of the Ministry of Defence, and Gupta's experience is expected to strengthen urban planning, infrastructure development, and public service delivery in cantonment areas.
9. Nykaa Fashion appointed Ishaan Khatter & Shanaya Kapoor as new brand faces
Nykaa Fashion has appointed actors Ishaan Khatter and Shanaya Kapoor as its new
brand ambassadors, aiming to resonate with Gen Z's evolving fashion sensibilities. The duo brings a blend of authenticity and boldness to the brand, reflecting a generation that values self-expression and individuality. Ishaan's natural ease and refined charm complement Shanaya's blend of feminine cool and street-smart attitude, capturing the essence of Nykaa Fashion's inclusive and experimental style ethos. Their partnership is set to enhance Nykaa Fashion's connection with a younger audience, offering a diverse range of styles for every mood and occasion.
brand ambassadors, aiming to resonate with Gen Z's evolving fashion sensibilities. The duo brings a blend of authenticity and boldness to the brand, reflecting a generation that values self-expression and individuality. Ishaan's natural ease and refined charm complement Shanaya's blend of feminine cool and street-smart attitude, capturing the essence of Nykaa Fashion's inclusive and experimental style ethos. Their partnership is set to enhance Nykaa Fashion's connection with a younger audience, offering a diverse range of styles for every mood and occasion. Foot notes:
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Emphasis on Individuality: Nykaa Fashion's partnership with Ishaan Khatter and Shanaya Kapoor highlights the brand's focus on individuality and self-expression in fashion, appealing to a generation that values authenticity and confidence.
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Brand Ambassadors' Unique Styles: Khatter and Kapoor bring their distinct fashion edges to the brand, with Khatter's natural ease and refined charm complementing Kapoor's blend of feminine cool and street-smart attitude.
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Inclusive Fashion Conversation: The partnership aims to create a bold, inclusive fashion conversation, celebrating personal narratives and offering a diverse range of styles for every mood and moment.
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Driving Growth through Innovative Campaigns: Adwaita Nayar, Executive Director and CEO of Nykaa Fashion, stated that the partnership will enhance the brand's growth through innovative campaigns, trend drops, and seasonal edits, showcasing a wide range of personal styles.
10. Tamil Director Vikram Sugumaran passed away
Tamil filmmaker Vikram Sugumaran, renowned for his authentic rural narratives, tragically
passed away on June 2, 2025, at the age of 47. He died of a cardiac arrest while traveling by bus from Madurai to Chennai after narrating a new script to a producer . Sugumaran began his career as an assistant director to the legendary Balu Mahendra in 1999–2000 . His directorial debut, Madha Yaanai Koottam (2013), was lauded for its raw portrayal of rural life and caste tensions in Tamil Nadu.
passed away on June 2, 2025, at the age of 47. He died of a cardiac arrest while traveling by bus from Madurai to Chennai after narrating a new script to a producer . Sugumaran began his career as an assistant director to the legendary Balu Mahendra in 1999–2000 . His directorial debut, Madha Yaanai Koottam (2013), was lauded for its raw portrayal of rural life and caste tensions in Tamil Nadu.Foot notes:
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Notable Works: He is known for his critically acclaimed films like "Madha Yaanai Koottam" (2013) and "Raavana Kottam" (2023), showcasing his ability to craft gritty rural stories with social commentary.
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Career Background: Sugumaran began his career as an assistant director to legendary filmmaker Balu Mahendra and later worked with Vetrimaaran on the film "Aadukalam" (2011), starring Dhanush.
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Tribute from Peers: The Tamil film industry paid heartfelt tributes to Sugumaran, with actor Shanthnu Bhagyaraj and music composer Justin Prabhakaran expressing their grief and sharing memories of working with him.
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