TODAY NEWS ON August 28, 2025

Source: The Hindu, Indian Express and others

Cabinet approves India’s 2030 CWG bid

The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) approved India’s bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, naming Ahmedabad as the “ideal” venue because of its “world-class stadiums, cutting-edge training facilities, and a passionate sporting culture”.

U.S. 50% tariff on Indian goods in effect

India is planning dedicated outreach programmes in 40 countries, including the U.K., Japan, and South Korea, to push textiles exports amid a 50% tariff imposed by the U.S. on Indian products, an official said on Wednesday. Also, Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI) noted that India can offset the loss of U.S. trade to some extent through increased domestic consumption.

Secondary, tertiary effects of U.S. tariffs on economy pose challenges, says Finance Ministry report

The immediate impact of recent U.S. tariffs on Indian exports may appear limited, but their secondary and tertiary effects on the economy pose challenges that must be addressed, the Finance Ministry said in a report on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) amid the U.S. effecting a steep 50% tariff on shipments from India.

Supreme Court Collegium proposes transfer of 14 judges across nine High Courts

The Supreme Court Collegium has proposed the reshuffling of judges across nine State High Courts. This is the second time in four months since Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai took charge that the Collegium has proposed substantial transfers and repatriations of High Court judges

President elevates Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Vipul Pancholi to Supreme Court

Despite the dissent by Supreme Court (SC) collegium member Justice B.V. Nagarathna, on the appointment of Patna High Court Chief Justice Vipul Pancholi as a judge of the apex Court, the President on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) announced his elevation to the SC.

International trade should happen voluntarily, not under pressure, says Mohan Bhagwat

International trade should happen voluntarily and not under any pressure, Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) as he appealed to Indians to opt for swadeshi. Mr. Bhagwat’s appeal came on a day when U.S. President Donald Trump’s 25% additional tariff on India kicked in, bringing the total amount of levies imposed by the country to 50%.

Assam Cabinet nod for streamlining inter-religious land transfer process

The Assam Cabinet on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) approved streamlining of the process to grant permission for land transfers between people belonging to different religions. The approval is aimed at ensuring more efficient processing and expeditious disposal of such proposals, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma told the media after the Cabinet meeting.

Ukraine names new ambassador to U.S. as truce efforts mount

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday (August 27, 2025) he had appointed a former Deputy Prime Minister, Olga Stefanishyna, as Kyiv’s new ambassador to the United States, as Washington-backed efforts to halt the war with Russia intensify.

Israel killed 6 Hamas members in hospital strike, says U.S. envoy to UN

Israel’s military has concluded six Hamas members were killed in a strike on Nasser hospital in the south of the Gaza Strip on Monday (August 25, 2025), acting U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Dorothy Shea told the Security Council on Wednesday (August 27, 2025).

IAEA chief gets special police protection over threats as deadline approaches over Iran sanctions

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency is receiving special police protection from Austria following a threat, the Vienna-based organisation acknowledged Wednesday (August 27, 2025), as its inspectors reportedly returned to Iran to monitor a fuel transfer at the country’s sole nuclear power plant.

U.S. to change green card: Commerce Secretary Lutnick says H-1B visa system ‘terrible’

United States Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said that the U.S. intends to alter the current immigration system, specifically the H-1B visa program and green cards, local media reported. According to Mr. Lutnick, the Trump administration plans to introduce a “gold card” programme, which would allow wealthy foreigners to invest $5 million in exchange for U.S. residency.

Israel ups pressure on Gaza City as Trump eyes post-war plan

The Israeli military pressed operations around Gaza City on Wednesday (August 27, 2025), as President Donald Trump prepared to host a White House meeting on post-war plans for the shattered Palestinian territory. Israel is under mounting pressure both at home and abroad to end its almost two-year campaign in Gaza, where the military is preparing to conquer the territory’s largest city and the United Nations has declared a famine.

U.S. Open: Djokovic advances as Sabalenka, Alcaraz step up title bids

Novak Djokovic overcame an early scare to reach the third round of the U.S. Open on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) as defending women’s champion Aryna Sabalenka prepared to step up her title bid. Djokovic, who is chasing a record 25th Grand Slam singles title, recovered from going a set down against American qualifier Zachary Svajda to complete a 6-7 (5/7), 6-3, 6-3, 6-1 win on the Arthur Ashe Stadium Court.

U.S. Open: Djokovic advances as Sabalenka, Alcaraz step up title bids

Novak Djokovic overcame an early scare to reach the third round of the U.S. Open on Wednesday (August 27, 2025) as defending women’s champion Aryna Sabalenka prepared to step up her title bid. Djokovic, who is chasing a record 25th Grand Slam singles title, recovered from going a set down against American qualifier Zachary Svajda to complete a 6-7 (5/7), 6-3, 6-3, 6-1 win on the Arthur Ashe Stadium Court.