Daily Morning Brief - 25 April 2026

World

1. USA Faces Growing Weapon Shortage Crisis 

The United States is facing a major shortage of weapons due to large military aid sent to Ukraine and Israel, raising concerns about its own defense readiness and the capacity of its domestic arms production industry.

2. Iran  Under  Military leader's Control, khemnai sidelined.

Iran continues to be controlled by military and religious leadership, especially the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which holds strong influence over national decisions, domestic policies, and regional strategies while maintaining strict authority over governance.

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India

3. US Imposes Anti-Dumping Duty on Indian Solar Cells

The US has imposed anti-dumping duties on solar cell imports from India to protect domestic industries, which may impact India’s solar exports and affect trade relations between the two countries.

4. Two-third MLA Resigned from App and  merged with BJP .

More than two-thirds of MLAs from a faction resigned and merged with the BJP, bypassing anti-defection laws and significantly strengthening the party’s political position in the state.

5. Assam’s Dr. Atanu Nath Wins Breakthrough Prize, the ‘Oscar of Science’ .

Assam’s Dr. Atanu Nath, from Tihu College, won the 2026 Breakthrough Prize in Fundamental Physics. Known as the "Oscars of Science," he shared this honor with a global team for pioneering research on subatomic particles (Muons) at CERN and Fermila.

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Economy

6. Paytm Payments Bank License Cancelled by RBI

The Reserve Bank of India cancelled the bank’s license due to regulatory non-compliance, forcing it to stop most operations and affecting millions of users relying on its digital financial services.

7. AI is a threat to cybersecurity in the banking system: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

FM Nirmala Sitharaman warned that advanced AI models, specifically Anthropic's "Mythos," pose unprecedented cybersecurity risks. She directed banks to collaborate with CERT-In for real-time threat intelligence, stressing that AI could autonomously exploit software vulnerabilities to compromise sensitive financial data.

8. National Highways Authority of India Plans to Remove Toll Plazas with New System

NHAI plans to replace toll plazas with GPS-based tolling systems that automatically deduct fees, reducing traffic congestion and improving travel efficiency on national highways.

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Odisha

9. Odisha to Scrap Unproductive Schemes for Better Governance

The Odisha government plans to stop several unproductive schemes to improve budget efficiency and redirect funds toward projects that deliver better social and economic benefits.

10. Special Assembly Session on April 30 for to discuss on delimitation and Women representation.

A special Odisha Assembly session will be held on April 30 to discuss delimitation and women’s reservation, which are important for fair representation and electoral restructuring.

11. Government employees and officers to submit their Self-Appraisal Reports by May 31st .

All government employees and officers must submit their Self-Appraisal Reports by May 31 to improve transparency, accountability, and performance monitoring in the administration.

12. Subhashree Sahu Named Ambassador for “Beggar-Free India” Campaign

She has been appointed to promote awareness and support rehabilitation efforts aimed at helping destitute individuals reintegrate into society and the workforce.

13. CM Majhi Announces Sugar Mill and Textile Park in Balangir

The Odisha Chief Minister has announced plans to establish a sugar mill and textile park in Balangir, aiming to create jobs, support farmers, and boost industrial development in the region.

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