Here’s a SSC-CGL style current affairs roundup for 16 September 2025, with high-yield points and implications:
🇮🇳 Key National & Regional Updates
1. Dehradun under Red Alert; Schools & Anganwadis Closed
- Heavy monsoon rains in Dehradun triggered flood and landslide risks; authorities issued a red alert, closing all schools (up to class 12) and Anganwadi centres for the day.
- Major concerns included severe waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and possible landslides in nearby hilly terrain.
2. Heavy Rainfall Forecast for Nagpur & Vidarbha Region
- Nagpur witnessed thunderstorms and heavy showers; the IMD issued a yellow alert for widespread rain with risk of localized flooding and traffic problems.
- Forecast suggests persistent rains from 16–21 September, tapering off graduall.
3. Karnataka Rain Alerts
- Several districts in Karnataka under yellow alert due to ongoing heavy rainfall forecasted by the IMD. Authorities warn of possible disruptions.
4. Schools, Colleges Closed in Manipur
- All educational institutions in Manipur were shut on 16 September, though the official notice did not specify reasons; likely precautionary due to weather or safety concerns.
🌐 Trade & Economy
5. India-EU FTA Talks: 14th Round Scheduled
- The 14th round of negotiations for a proposed Free Trade Agreement between India and the European Union is set to take place in Brussels from 6–10 October 2025.
- This continues efforts to deepen trade ties, reduce tariffs, and address non-tariff barriers between India and the EU.
⚙️ SSC / Exam & Administration
6. SSC’s Tough Warning on Question Paper Leaks
- The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) issued a stern warning that any person found discussing, leaking, distributing or analysing SSC exam question papers (including CGL) on social media or any other medium may be subject to legal action—including jail time and fines up to ₹1 crore.
- This is part of SSC’s ongoing efforts to uphold exam integrity and prevent malpractice.
📊 Economic Forecast & Growth
7. Fitch Raises India’s Growth Forecast
- Following a strong performance in Q1 (April-June) with ~7.8% YoY growth, Fitch has revised India’s growth forecast upwards from 6.5% to 6.9% for the current fiscal year.
- Drivers include strong service sector activity and resilient domestic demand. However, Fitch also notes risks from trade tensions, especially with the U.S.
- These 16 September 2025 hindi current affairs updates are essential for SSC, Banking, UPSC, and other government exams. Revise them regularly and stay updated for better performance in the General Awareness section.
📌 SSC-CGL Exam Snapshot
Topic
Why It’s Important for SSC-CGL / GS & GA Sections
Weather Alerts & School Closures
Disaster management, IMD roles, state responses to emergencies
India-EU FTA Negotiations
Trade policy, international agreements, tariff issues
SSC Warning on Paper Leaks
Exam procedures, legal jurisdiction, ethical considerations
Fitch Growth Outlook
Macroeconomics: GDP forecast, inflation, external risks
💡 Exam Tips
- Be clear on what a yellow / red alert means and what authorities do (e.g. school closures, transport disruptions).
- Understand basics of trade negotiations: FTA, who is involved, what stages mean.
- For SSC warnings: know the consequences of leaking exams/papers—legal penalties.
- In macroeconomics, know who Fitch is as a rating agency, what influences their forecast (services, consumption, external trade), and what risks they mention.
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