📰 Top 5 Current Affairs Today – 22 August 2025

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1. ₹14,000 Cr Kalai-II Hydropower Project Cleared in Arunachal – Big Boost for Jobs & Power✅

The long-delayed Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project (1,200 MW) on the Lohit River in Anjaw district has taken a major step forward after public hearings for environmental clearance. Being developed by THDC India Ltd with an investment of nearly ₹14,000 crore, the project will feature a gravity dam, six turbines of 190 MW each, and a large underground powerhouse. Once operational, it will generate 1,700 jobs (half for displaced families) and provide Arunachal Pradesh ₹318 crore worth of free electricity every year.

One-Liner Q&A:

• Q. On which river is the Kalai-II Hydroelectric Project located? → Lohit River
• Q. In which district is the Kalai-II project located? → Anjaw, Arunachal Pradesh
• Q. What is the capacity of Kalai-II Project? → 1,200 MW
• Q. Which PSU is developing Kalai-II? → THDC India Limited
• Q. What is the estimated cost of Kalai-II? → ₹14,000 crore
• Q. How many jobs will Kalai-II generate? → Around 1,700 (50% for displaced families)
• Q. How much free power will Arunachal Pradesh get from Kalai-II? → ₹318 crore annually

Static GK:

1. Lohit River → Tributary of Brahmaputra.
2. THDC HQ → Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.
3. India’s largest hydropower project → Tehri Dam, Uttarakhand.

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2. Jalalabad in Uttar Pradesh Renamed as ‘Parashurampuri’✅

The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved the renaming of Jalalabad town in Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh to Parashurampuri. The decision honours Lord Parashuram, the 6th avatar of Vishnu, believed to have been born in the region. Jalalabad, originally named after Mughal Emperor Akbar in the 16th century, will now carry a new identity reflecting Sanatan heritage. The move has been widely welcomed by locals and religious leaders.

One-Liner Q&A:

• Q. Which town of UP has been renamed as Parashurampuri? → Jalalabad (Shahjahanpur district)
• Q. Whose name was Jalalabad originally linked to? → Mughal Emperor Akbar
• Q. Who is honoured by the new name Parashurampuri? → Lord Parashuram (6th Avatar of Vishnu)
• Q. Which Ministry approved the renaming of Jalalabad? → Ministry of Home Affairs

Static GK:

1. CM of Uttar Pradesh → Yogi Adityanath.
2. Shahjahanpur district → formed in 1813.
3. Lord Parashuram → son of Sage Jamadagni & Renuka.

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3. Government Introduces Online Gaming Regulation Bill, 2025✅

The Centre has introduced the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha. The Bill imposes a complete ban on real money gaming, while allowing e-sports, educational, and social gaming formats. Violations could lead to 3 years imprisonment or fines up to ₹1 crore. The move is aimed at curbing gambling-related risks, though experts warn it could cost India nearly ₹20,000 crore in tax revenue and hurt gaming start-ups.

One-Liner Q&A:

• Q. What is the name of the new Bill on gaming? → Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025
• Q. Which type of gaming is banned under this Bill? → Real money gaming
• Q. What is the maximum penalty for violating the Bill? → 3 years jail + ₹1 crore fine
• Q. How much tax revenue loss is estimated due to the ban? → ₹20,000 crore
• Q. Which House of Parliament introduced the Bill? → Lok Sabha

Static GK:

1. Nodal Ministry for Online Gaming → Ministry of Electronics & IT.
2. India has the largest online gaming user base (500+ million).
3. Popular e-sport in India → Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI).

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4. India-Nepal Tensions Rise Again over Lipulekh Pass – Key Facts to Revise✅

India has resumed border trade with China via the Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, a move strongly opposed by Nepal, which claims the Kalapani–Limpiyadhura–Lipulekh region as its own. India rejected the objection, citing historical agreements and long-standing trade practices since 1954. The pass also serves as the route for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, making it strategically and religiously important.

One-Liner Q&A:

• Q. Lipulekh Pass connects India with which country? → China
• Q. Which country disputes India’s claim over Lipulekh Pass? → Nepal
• Q. Which treaty defines the India–Nepal border? → Sugauli Treaty, 1816
• Q. Lipulekh Pass is a route for which pilgrimage? → Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
• Q. In which state is Lipulekh Pass located? → Uttarakhand

Static GK:

1. Lipulekh Pass → in Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand.
2. India–Nepal border length → 1,770 km.
3. India deployed troops in Kalapani after the 1962 war with China.

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5. Constitution 130th Amendment Bill: Why Ministers May Lose Office After 30 Days✅

The government has introduced the Constitution (130th Amendment) Bill, 2025, which mandates removal of any minister detained for more than 30 days in a serious criminal case. The Bill was sent to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for review after strong opposition protests in Parliament. Critics argue it undermines the principle of innocence until proven guilty, while the government says it will uphold clean governance.

One-Liner Q&A:

• Q. Which Article will be amended under the 130th Amendment Bill, 2025? → Article 75
• Q. After how many days of detention will a minister lose office? → 30 days
• Q. Which body is reviewing the Bill? → Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC)
• Q. In which year was the First Constitutional Amendment passed? → 1951

Static GK:

1. Article 75 → Deals with Council of Ministers.
2. First Constitutional Amendment → 1951 (Nehru Government).
3. JPC → Temporary committee formed to examine Bills.