This is the current affairs of 8 & 9 September 2025. Here are questions and answers of daily current affairs for better preparation of competitive exams for government jobs.
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1. In Nepal, the youth of which generation staged nationwide protests against the 26 social media ban and then the government had to bow down?
a. GEN-X
b. GEN-Y
c. GEN-Z
d. GEN-Alpha
Answer: c. GEN-Z (जेन-जी)
– After the ban on around 26 social media platforms in Nepal, on 8th September 2025, Generation-Z (Gen-Z) youth shook the government. The protests also raised the issue of corruption.
– During the nationwide protests, 19 people lost their lives and more than 300 were injured.
– Protesters stormed into the Parliament premises in the capital, Kathmandu.
– Eventually, the Nepal government had to lift the social media ban late at night on 8th September.
– After a cabinet meeting, the Nepal government said that it has accepted the demands of the protesters. “We have reopened social media. The youth should now end the protest.”
About the Generations:
– Millennials (Gen-Y): The first generation to adopt the internet and mobile phones.
– Gen-Z: A generation fully connected to smartphones and social media.
– Gen-Alpha: The new generation growing up with artificial intelligence and virtual technology.
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Millennials (Gen-Y)
– Those born between 1981 and 1996 witnessed the rise of the internet, and were part of the early era of computers and mobile phones.
Gen-Z:
– Generally, those born between 1997 and 2012 (some scholars consider 1995 to 2010) are classified as Gen-Z.
– This is the first generation to grow up entirely in the era of the internet, smartphones, and social media.
– They are often referred to as the first “digitally native” generation, having grown up with the internet, smartphones, and social media.
Gen-Alpha:
– Those born between 2013 and 2025 are growing up with AI, robotics, AR/VR, and the metaverse.
– They are using technologies like AI tools, smart devices, and platforms like ChatGPT.
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6 Major Reasons Behind the Gen-Z Movement
1. Ban on 26 Social Media Platforms : The government’s decision to ban 26 social media platforms triggered widespread outrage among Gen-Z youth.
2. Corruption, Inflation, Unemployment & Nepotism : Gen-Z was disillusioned by rising corruption, inflation, and unemployment.
Nepotism and favoritism in government appointments became a hot topic on social media, especially as political elites’ children flaunted foreign trips, luxury brands, and lavish parties.
The “Nepo Baby” campaign from the Philippines and Indonesia also started trending in Nepal.
When the government imposed a ban on social media, Gen-Z perceived it as an attack on freedom of expression.
3. Three big scams: In 4 years, 3 big scams came to light. In 2021, the Giri Bandhu land swap scam worth ₹54,600 crore, in 2023 the Oriental Cooperative scam worth ₹13,600 crore, and in 2024 the Cooperative scam worth ₹69,600 crore. This increased the anger of the youth towards the government.
4. Political Instability: Political instability: In 5 years, 3 governments came. Sher Bahadur Deuba became PM in July 2021. Prachanda became PM in December 2022. Oli came in July 2024.
5. Unemployment-economic inequality: The unemployment rate was 10.39% in 2019, now it is 10.71%. The inflation rate was 4.6% in 2019, now it is 5.2%. Economic inequality prevails. 20% of people own 56% of the wealth.
6. Foreign pressure: When Oli came to power, the tilt towards China increased. Earlier, governments took many decisions under American influence. During the social media ban, only the Chinese app TikTok kept running. The youth feel that Nepal is being used like a pawn under the pressure of big countries.
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2. Which Prime Minister of Japan announced his resignation in September 2025?
a. Shigeru Ishiba
b. Kometo
c. Shinjiro Koizumi
d. Toshimitsu Motegi
Answer: a. Shigeru Ishiba
– Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation on 7th September 2025.
– He became Prime Minister only 11 months ago and has now decided to step down from both the position of Prime Minister and the chairman of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP).
Reasons for Resignation
– Ishiba’s party, LDP, and its ally party Komeito faced a heavy defeat in the recent elections.
– For the first time since 1955, LDP lost the majority in both the lower and upper houses of parliament.
– Questions about his leadership ability also began to arise within the party.
– It is believed that he made this decision to prevent the party from breaking apart.
What’s Next?
– A new leadership will be elected within the LDP, and that person will become the next Prime Minister.
– Due to increasing political uncertainty, Japan’s policies and economic reforms may be affected.
Japan
– Capital – Tokyo
– Emperor – Naruhito
– Currency – Japanese Yen
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3. Who became the first Indian woman to win the prestigious Orizzonti Award for Best Director at the Venice Film Festival?
a. Rakhi Maurya
b. Anuparna Roy
c. Anand Verma
d. Ajay Anand
Answer: b. Anuparna Roy (Won in the year 2025, for the feature film “Songs of Forgotten Trees”)
– Filmmaker and director Anupama Roy made history at the 82nd Venice Film Festival 2025.
– She became the first Indian woman to win the prestigious Orizzonti Award for Best Director.
– Her feature film “Songs of Forgotten Trees” received the esteemed Orizzonti Award in this international competition.
– Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap participated as the presenter of this film.
About the Film
– The film “Songs of Forgotten Trees”, based on the evolving relationships between two migrant women in Mumbai, was showcased in the Orizzonti section.
– This is an international competition that focuses on first films, young talents, independent feature films, and lesser-known cinema, highlighting new trends.
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4. Which western country again renamed its ‘Defense Department’ (Ministry) as ‘War Department’?
a. France
b. Germany
c. USA
d. Canada
Answer: c. USA
– On 6th September 2025, US President Donald Trump issued an executive order to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War.
– The Pentagon’s website was changed from defense.gov to war.gov.
– The office and position of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have been renamed as Secretary of War. (Note – In the US, the rank of Department Secretary is equivalent to a Minister in a Ministry in India.)
Why Trump Changed the Name
– Trump said that the Department of War “sounds like a better name.” He stated, “The Department of Defense is too defensive… and we want to be defensive, but if needed, we also want to be offensive.”
– He added, “When we were under the Department of War, we had an incredible history of victories,” specifically referring to World War I (1914–18) and World War II (1939–45).
– According to a New York Times report, this move “highlights Trump’s efforts to reshape the military to align with his goals of projecting a more aggressive image by showcasing warfighting capabilities.”
History of the Department of War in the USA
– The Department of War was established in 1789.
– Two years after the end of World War II, in 1947, it was renamed and reorganized through a bill signed by President Harry Truman.
– This comprehensive law created a department called the “National Military Establishment” at the Pentagon. It also established the National Security Council to advise the President and created the Central Intelligence Agency.
– The new name – NME – was mistakenly read as “Enemy,” which led Congress to rename it the “Department of Defense” in 1949.
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5. A new outbreak of Ebola has emerged in DRC Congo in the year 2025, what is it?
a. Bacteria
b. Virus
c. Amoeba
d. None of these
Answer: b. Virus
– In September 2025, a new outbreak of the Ebola virus was declared in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
– 15 people have lost their lives, including four healthcare workers. This is the 16th Ebola outbreak in the entire country so far.
– Ebola is a highly contagious and deadly viral disease that periodically spreads in several African countries.
– There is currently no complete cure available, but vaccination and precautions can control its spread.
About Ebola Virus Disease
– Ebola is a severe and often fatal viral illness caused by the Ebola virus. This virus belongs to the Filovirus family.
– Ebola virus was first identified in 1976.
– It is named after the Ebola River in Congo.
– Since then, several outbreaks have occurred in Africa.
– Transmission: Fruit bats are considered the natural hosts of Ebola.
– Human to human: Through direct contact with the blood, sweat, saliva, vomit, diarrhea, or other bodily fluids of an infected person. Through the use of contaminated needles or medical instruments. By touching or burying the bodies of the deceased.
Symptoms
– Symptoms usually appear 2 to 21 days after infection:
– Sudden high fever
– Headache
– Muscle and joint pain
– Fatigue and weakness
– Sore throat
– Vomiting and diarrhea
– Rashes
– Internal and external hemorrhaging – such as bleeding from the eyes, nose, gums, or stomach.
Complications
– Dehydration
– Liver and kidney failure
– Multiple organ failure
– Fatality rate generally ranges from 25% to 90%, depending on the outbreak and treatment.
Prevention and Protection
– Maintain distance from infected persons.
– Use personal protective equipment (PPE).
– Bury the deceased safely.
– Wash hands and follow hygiene rules.
– Immediately isolate suspected cases.
Recent Outbreaks
– West Africa (2014–2016): The largest Ebola outbreak in history, with over 11,000 deaths.
– DRC (2018–2020): The second largest outbreak, with approximately 2,300 deaths.
– September 2025: New outbreak in Kasai province, Congo, with 28 cases and 15 deaths reported so far.
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6. Who has become the new Deputy Prime Minister of United Kingdom?
a. Angela Rayner
b. Keir Warmer
c. David Lammy
d. Steve Reed
Answer: c. David Lammy
– After being named in a tax scandal, the then Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Angela Rayner, resigned on 5th September 2025.
– Following this, David Lammy was appointed as Deputy Prime Minister.
Cabinet Reshuffle
– Yvette Cooper, who was previously Home Secretary, became Foreign Secretary.
– Shabana Mahmood was promoted to the position of Home Secretary.
United Kingdom
– Capital – London
– Monarch – Charles III
– Prime Minister – Keir Starmer
– Currency – Pound Sterling
The United Kingdom is considered to consist of four nations –
– England
– Scotland
– Wales
– Northern Ireland
Britain = England + Scotland + Wales
United Kingdom = Britain + Northern Ireland
Note: Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland have their own devolved governments (local governments and parliaments/assemblies). England does not have a separate parliament; instead, the entire UK Parliament directly governs England.
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7. Which Indian city got the hosting rights of the 28th Asian Table Tennis Team Championship?
a. Bhubaneswar, Odisha
b. Rajgir, Bihar
c. Bhopal, MP
d. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Answer: a. Bhubaneswar, Odisha (from 11 to 15 October, 2025)
– India got the hosting rights for the 28th ITTF-ATTU Asian Table Tennis Team Championship from 11th to 15th October 2025 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
– The competition includes both women’s and men’s team events.
About the Asian Table Tennis Team Championship
– The Asian Table Tennis Team Championship, organized by the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) and the Asian Table Tennis Union (ATTU), is a major continental tournament.
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8. Which players won the US Open 2025 men’s doubles title?
a. Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend
b. Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos
c. Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski
d. Jannik Sinner and Andrea Vavassori
Answer: b. Marcel Granollers (Spain) and Horacio Zeballos (Argentina) {Runner-up = Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski (Britain)
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9. Which players won the women’s doubles title of US Open 2025?
a. Gabriela Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe
b. Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend
c. Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori
d. Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud
Answer: a. Gabriela Dabrowski (Italy) and Erin Routliffe (Italy) {Runner-up = Katerina Siniakova (Czech Republic) and Taylor Townsend (USA)}
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10. Which players won the mixed doubles title of US Open 2025?
a. Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova
b. Gabriela Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe
c. Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori
d. Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud
Answer: c. Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori (Italy) {Runner-up = Iga Swiatek (Poland) and Casper Ruud (Norway)}
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11) 2025 Grand Slam Winners – According to Events
1) Australian Open 2025
Men’s Singles
– Winner: Jannik Sinner (Italy)
– Runner-up: Alexander Zverev (Germany)
Women’s Singles
– Winner: Madison Keys (USA)
– Runner-up: Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus)
Men’s Doubles
– Winners: Harri Heliövaara (Finland) and Henry Patten (UK)
Women’s Doubles
– Winners: Kateřina Siniaková (Czech Republic) / Taylor Townsend (USA)
Mixed Doubles
– Winners: Olivia Gadecki (Australia) / John Peers (Australia)
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2) French Open 2025
Men’s Singles
– Winner: Carlos Alcaraz (Spain)
– Runner-up: Jannik Sinner (Italy)
Women’s Singles
– Winner: Coco Gauff (USA)
– Runner-up: Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus)
Men’s Doubles
– Winners: Marcel Granollers (Spain) and Horacio Zeballos (Argentina)
Women’s Doubles
– Winners: Sara Errani (Italy) and Jasmine Paolini (Italy)
Mixed Doubles
– Winners: Sara Errani (Italy) and Andrea Vavassori (Italy)
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3) Wimbledon 2025
Men’s Singles
– Winner: Jannik Sinner (Italy)
– Runner-up: Carlos Alcaraz (Spain)
Women’s Singles
– Winner: Iga Świątek (Poland)
– Runner-up: Amanda Anisimova (USA)
Men’s Doubles
– Winners: Julian Cash (UK) and Lloyd Glasspool (UK)
Women’s Doubles
– Winners: Veronika Kudermetova (Russia) and Elise Mertens (Belgium)
Mixed Doubles
– Winners: Sem Verbeek (Netherlands) and Kateřina Siniaková (Czech Republic)
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4) US Open 2025
Men’s Singles
– Winner: Carlos Alcaraz (Spain)
– Runner-up: Jannik Sinner (Italy)
Women’s Singles
– Winner: Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus)
– Runner-up: Amanda Anisimova (USA)
Men’s Doubles
– Winners: Marcel Granollers (Spain) and Horacio Zeballos (Argentina)
Women’s Doubles
– Winners: Gabriela Dabrowski (Italy) and Erin Routliffe (Italy)
Mixed Doubles
– Winners: Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori (Italy)
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