Current Affairs 09/09/2025
1. Anutin Charnvirakul has been appointed as the Prime Minister of which country?
Answer : Thailand
• Who is he?
Anutin Charnvirakul is the leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, a major political party in Thailand. He has previously served as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health, where he was known for handling Thailand’s COVID-19 response and promoting cannabis legalization for medical use.
• When did he become Prime Minister?
In September 2025, Anutin was appointed as the 31st Prime Minister of Thailand, following the resignation of Srettha Thavisin.
• Why is it significant?
• His party, Bhumjaithai, played a key role in coalition politics, giving him enough support to become Prime Minister.
• Anutin’s leadership marks a shift in Thailand’s political landscape, as he is considered a pragmatic leader balancing traditional politics with reformist policies.
• He has promised to focus on economic revival, healthcare improvements, and political stability in Thailand.
• Early Life: He was born in 1966 in Buriram Province, Thailand. He comes from a wealthy business family involved in construction.
• Education: He studied engineering at Hofstra University in the United States.
• Political Career:
- Joined politics in the 1990s.
- Became leader of the Bhumjaithai Party in 2012.
- Served as Minister of Public Health (2019–2023), where he became known for legalizing medical cannabis in Thailand.
- Prime Minister (2025): Took office in September 2025 after Srettha Thavisin resigned.
2. Who won the Women’s Singles title at the US Open 2025?
Answer : Aryna Sabalenka
• The Champion: Aryna Sabalenka (from Belarus) won the US Open 2025 Women’s Singles title, defeating Amanda Anisimova (USA) in the final.
• Final Match: She won 6–3, 7–6 (7–3) in straight sets. The first set was comfortable, but the second set was very competitive, ending in a tense tiebreak.
• Historic Achievement:
• This was Sabalenka’s 4th Grand Slam title overall.
• She became the first woman since Serena Williams (2012–14) to win back-to-back US Open titles (she also won in 2024).
• World No. 1: After this victory, she kept her position as World No. 1 in WTA rankings.
• Her Journey:
- Sabalenka showed powerful baseline play and strong serving throughout the tournament.
- She defeated tough opponents, including Coco Gauff in the semifinals.
- Runner-up – Amanda Anisimova:
- The young American made a surprise run to the final, defeating top players like Iga Swiatek on the way.
• This was her first-ever Grand Slam final.
• Aryna Sabalenka has established herself as one of the most dominant players in women’s tennis, continuing her momentum from 2024 and making history with consecutive US Open victories.
3. In which city was Semicon India 2025 organized?
Answer : Delhi
• Event Location & Dates:Held at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), Dwarka, New Delhi From September 2–4, 2025
• Organizers:
• Hosted by the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) under the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY).
• Co-organized with SEMI, a leading global semiconductor industry association.
• Participation:
• Over 350 companies exhibited.
• Delegates and experts came from 48 countries and regions.
• Included chipmakers, equipment manufacturers, material suppliers, and global tech leaders.
• Theme:
• Focused on making India a global hub for semiconductor design, manufacturing, and innovation.
• Highlights:
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the event, calling semiconductors the “backbone of the world’s biggest technological revolution.”
• India showcased its progress in setting up chip fabrication plants (fabs), ATMP/OSAT facilities, and design startups.
• Several MoUs and investment announcements were signed between Indian and international companies.
• Sessions covered AI chips, 5G/6G, automotive electronics, renewable energy, and supply chain resilience.
4. Where will the BWF Championship 2026 be held?
Answer : New Delhi
• Event Details :
• Tournament: BWF World Championships 2026 (30th edition)
• Dates: Scheduled for August 2026
• Host City: New Delhi, India
• Venue: Indira Gandhi Arena, the largest indoor stadium in India
• Significance :
• This is the second time India will host the BWF World Championships.
• The last time was in 2009 in Hyderabad (17 years earlier).
• By bringing it back to India, the Badminton World Federation (BWF) acknowledges India’s growing influence in world badminton.
• Importance for India :
- India has produced world-class shuttlers like P.V. Sindhu, Saina Nehwal, Kidambi Srikanth, H.S. Prannoy, and Lakshya Sen, who have all made India a major badminton force.
- Hosting the event is expected to boost badminton’s popularity among youth, strengthen India’s sports infrastructure, and attract global attention.
- It will also give Indian players the home advantage in front of a passionate crowd.
• Key Highlights Expected in 2026
• Participation from over 500 players across 50+ countries.
• Categories: Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles.
• India hopes to repeat or surpass its success at past championships — for example, P.V. Sindhu’s 2019 gold medal.
5. Which medal did Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty win at BWF World Championship 2025 in Paris?
Answer : Bronze
• Their Achievement :
• The Indian duo Satwik & Chirag won the bronze medal in the Men’s Doubles event.
• This was their second career World Championships bronze, after their first in Tokyo 2022.
• Tournament Journey (Paris 2025) :
• They played brilliantly through the early rounds and reached the semifinals.
• In the semifinal, they lost to the Chinese pair Chen Boyang and Liu Yi in a tough match.
• As per BWF rules, both losing semifinalists are awarded bronze medals, so Satwik-Chirag secured the podium finish.
• Significance :
• With this win, they became the only Indian men’s doubles pair to win multiple medals at the World Championships.
• It highlighted their consistency at the global stage, proving they are among the top doubles pairs in the world.
• Their medal contributed to India’s growing presence in world badminton, alongside legends like P.V. Sindhu and Saina Nehwal.
• Key Facts :
• Event: BWF World Championships 2025
• Location: Paris, France
• Category: Men’s Doubles
• Medal: Bronze
• Opponents in semifinal: Chen Boyang & Liu Yi (China)
• Career record: 2× World Championships bronze (2022, 2025).
6. Where has the Rest House Project for hospital attendants been started?
Answer : Delhi
• What is the Vishram Grih Project?
• It is a “Rest House” facility for attendants of patients admitted in government hospitals in Delhi.
• Often, attendants (family members/caregivers) of patients have to spend nights outside hospitals on pavements or unsafe areas.
• This project ensures safe, clean, and affordable accommodation for them within or near hospital premises.
• Where it has started :
• The Delhi Government launched it as a pilot project in September 2025.
• First implemented at major government
• hospitals like:
- Lok Nayak Hospital
- Deen Dayal Upadhyay (DDU) Hospital
- Guru Teg Bahadur (GTB) Hospital
- Ambedkar Hospital
- More hospitals will be added after reviewing the pilot project.
• Facilities Provided :
- Resting space with proper beds and bedding
- Clean washrooms and sanitation facilities
- Food availability at low cost
- Safe shelter inside or adjacent to the hospital campus
- Minimal charges (₹5 or very nominal cost) so it remains accessible for poor families
• Why it is Important :
• Provides dignity and comfort to attendants who otherwise have no place to rest.
• Helps prevent overcrowding in hospital corridors and unsafe sleeping outside.
• Improves the overall hospital environment and patient support system.
• Can serve as a model project for other states in India.