Current Affairs · 25 May 2026
TNPSC current affairs published on 25 May 2026.
Royal Society of Chemistry Joins India's One Nation One Subscription
The Royal Society of Chemistry joined India's One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) scheme, giving nationwide access to its journals for researchers across thousands of institutions.
UN Proclaims 25 May as World Football Day
The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring 25 May as World Football Day, marking the anniversary of the first international football tournament at the 1924 Paris Olympics.
Chennai corporation renovates 4 tanks for rainwater harvesting at ₹6.88 crore
The Greater Chennai Corporation is renovating four tanks at a cost of ₹6.88 crore to store monsoon rainwater and reduce flooding.
Manipur NCC cadets rescued by IAF AN-32 flights amid NH-2 disruption
The Indian Air Force airlifted 132 NCC cadets from Imphal to Guwahati in May 2026 after traffic on National Highway 2 was disrupted in Manipur.
TN power self-sufficiency: Anbumani flags 22,000 MW demand, ₹2.50 lakh crore TANGEDCO debt
Anbumani urged the new Tamil Nadu government to prioritise power self-sufficiency, citing 22,000 MW demand and TANGEDCO’s ₹2.50 lakh crore debt.
West Bengal women’s free bus travel scheme from June 1: TNPSC facts on eligibility, smart card and route coverage
West Bengal announced free bus travel for women from June 1, with smart cards and statewide use across state-run buses.
Gold price in Chennai rises by ₹400 per sovereign; import duty hike to 15% on May 13 impacts market
On May 25, 2026, Chennai 22-carat gold rose by ₹400 per sovereign after the Centre raised import duty to 15% on May 13.
Shashi Tharoor cites India’s Maldives diplomacy as a model of neighbourhood policy
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said India’s airlift of drinking water to Maldives showed neighbourhood-first diplomacy and trust-building.
India–US trust message and diplomatic signalling at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
In May 2026, Donald Trump’s phone address at a New Delhi event highlighted India–US ties, with Jaishankar, Marco Rubio and Sergio Gor present.
Remote robotic surgery from Wuhan to Hyderabad: 5G, 3D cameras and satellite link in Indian medicine
A Hyderabad urologist performed a 90-minute robotic surgery from Wuhan, China, on a patient in Hyderabad using 5G, 3D cameras and satellite connectivity.
West Bengal Falta repoll 2026: BJP win, 1,09,021 margin and Election Commission action
In May 2026, the Falta Assembly repoll in West Bengal ended with BJP candidate Debangshu Panda winning by 1,09,021 votes after the Election Commission ordered repolling in 285 booths.
Kodaikanal forest tourist spots free entry till May 31: Dindigul district order for summer traffic relief
Dindigul district collector Saravanan announced free entry to Kodaikanal forest department tourist spots until May 31 to ease summer congestion.
Assam becomes third state to table Uniform Civil Code Bill; key provisions and exemptions
On 25 May 2026, Assam tabled a Uniform Civil Code Bill in the Assembly, with exemptions for Scheduled Tribes and four core areas covered.
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay reviews sexual offence cases, stresses swift trials and deterrent punishment
On 25 May 2026, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay held a review meeting in Chennai on crimes against women and children and stressed speedy trials and strict punishment.
Cauvery-Mekedatu dispute: Supreme Court review plea rejection and Tamil Nadu’s stand
Tamil Nadu’s review plea on the Mekedatu dam issue was rejected by the Supreme Court on 24 May 2026, keeping the Cauvery dispute in focus.
Petrol and diesel price hike in May 2026: why fuel inflation matters for economy questions
Petrol and diesel prices were raised for the fourth time in 10 days, with petrol crossing ₹100 per litre in Delhi.
India-U.S. strategic ties and maritime security stance highlighted by Marco Rubio in May 2026
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio in May 2026 said tactical ties with other countries will not come at the expense of India relations.
Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting 2026: Japan flags critical minerals, infrastructure and IPR as key Indo-Pacific issues
Japan said the Quad remains vital ahead of the 2026 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, with critical minerals, infrastructure and IPR on the agenda.
Digital arrest fraud and cybercrime response: Bengaluru case involving ₹24 crore and ₹5.46 crore frozen
A Bengaluru cybercrime case involving a ₹24 crore digital-arrest fraud and ₹5.46 crore frozen is relevant for TNPSC cybercrime and policing questions.
CBI allegation on NEET paper leak: school principal, money trail and court remand
CBI told a Pune court that a school principal allegedly shared NEET-related questions for money, making it a testable case on exam integrity and criminal procedure.