Daily News Digest: Current Affairs for April 4, 2025

From the Reserve Bank of India keeping the repo rate unchanged at 6.5% to the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, officially becoming a law in India, here are key news highlights on April 4, 2025:

Odisha Affairs:

The Odisha government introduced new regulations for compassionate appointments, now considering the date of death of government employees as the reference point.

National Affairs:

President Droupadi Murmu gave assent to the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, officially making it a law.

International Affairs:

India participated in the BRICS Digital Economy Dialogue, emphasizing AI governance and cyber cooperation.

Health & Environment:

Ministry of Health launched the "Clean Hospitals, Safe Patients" campaign across 15 major Indian states.

Economy & Business:

RBI kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.5%, citing inflationary pressures and global uncertainty.

Science & Technology:

ISRO successfully conducted the final stage test of the Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) from Sriharikota.

Art & Culture:

Rukuna Rath Yatra preparations in Bhubaneswar included the Marichi Kunda water auction, with the first pitcher sold for Rs 21,000.

Law & Justice:

Supreme Court directed all states to submit status reports on implementation of women's safety guidelines by April-end.

Sports:

India’s U-21 football team defeated Bangladesh 3–1 in the SAFF Youth Championship 2025 semi-finals.