Current Affairs

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (23 AUGUST 2025)

by | Aug 23, 2025

Legal updates on bike taxis, National Space Day 2025, and Bihar’s Bhumi Portal reforms.

Karnataka HC clarifies bike taxi legality, India celebrates National Space Day, and Bihar digitizes land reforms—three developments bridging law, technology, and governance.

DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (23 AUGUST 2025)

KARNATAKA HIGH COURT CLARIFIES ON BIKE TAXI OPERATIONS

Overview: Uber India Systems Private Limited vs State of Karnataka.


The Karnataka High Court clarified that it did not permit bike-taxi aggregators like Uber, Rapido, and Ola to resume operations. The bench emphasized that while the state can regulate or prohibit aggregator services under law, individual bike owners should not face unnecessary harassment. Government action against violators remains valid.

Legal Provision 

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • Article 19(1)(g), Constitution – Right to practice trade/business.
  • Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 – Licensing & aggregator regulation.
  • Section 93, MV Act – Mandates aggregator licenses.
  • Karnataka On-Demand Transportation Technology Aggregators Rules, 2016.
  • Judicial review under Articles 226 & 227 of the Constitution.

Source: Karnataka High Court

NATIONAL SPACE DAY 2025 – ISRO’S CELEBRATION OF INDIA’S SPACE JOURNEY

Overview: In Re: Commemoration of Chandrayaan-3 Landing


India observed National Space Day on August 23, marking Chandrayaan-3’s successful lunar landing. This year’s theme, “Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities”, celebrated India’s astronomical heritage. ISRO showcased its proposed Bharatiya Antariksh Station and organized outreach programs to inspire youth, linking education with career opportunities in space research.

Legal Provision 

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • Article 51A(h), Constitution – Develop scientific temper.
  • Space Activities Bill (proposed) – Regulates commercial use of space.
  • Outer Space Treaty, 1967 – India’s international obligations.
  • National Education Policy, 2020 – Emphasis on STEM.
  • Supreme Court’s interpretation of Article 21 – Right to knowledge & development.

Source: PTI

BIHAR BHUMI PORTAL – DIGITAL LAND RECORD REFORM

Overview: State of Bihar vs. Citizens under Rajaswa Maha Abhiyan


Bihar launched Rajaswa Maha Abhiyan through the Bhumi Portal, enabling citizens to correct land records, names, and khata details via local camps and door-to-door services. The initiative ensures real-time updates of Jamabandi, reducing litigation, fraud, and bureaucratic hurdles, while enhancing access to loans, compensation, and government welfare schemes.

Legal Provision 

The legal provisions are mentioned below – 

  • Article 300A, Constitution – Right to property.
  • Registration Act, 1908 – Validity of land records.
  • Information Technology Act, 2000 – Legality of electronic records.
  • Bihar Tenancy Act & Bihar Land Reforms Act – State framework.

Source: Bihar Bhumi 

Also Read: DAILY CURRENT AFFAIRS (22 AUGUST 2025)

 

 

 

 

 

Written By Vishakha Khatri

My name is Vishakha Khatri. I am an engineering graduate and a civil service aspirant with a passion for spreading knowledge about Indian polity. I believe that understanding our political system is crucial for every citizen, and I am committed to making this information accessible to everyone in my own easy way. Through my experiences in civil service preparation and my unique perspective as an engineering graduate, I hope to inspire and educate others on the importance of Indian polity.

Related Posts