Current Affairs - October 4, 2025 Current Affairs

Cyclone Shakhti, the first cyclonic storm in the Arabian Sea during the post-monsoon season, is forecasted to impact the Gujarat coast, especially the areas around Dwarka. The cyclone, named by Sri Lanka, is anticipated to intensify as it approaches land. Gujarat’s long Arabian Sea coastline makes it particularly vulnerable to such weather systems, which often bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential disruptions to coastal communities and infrastructure. The state has been placed on high alert, and preparations are underway to mitigate possible damage and ensure the safety of residents.

Sanae Takaichi has been elected as the leader of Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), making her set to become Japan’s first-ever female Prime Minister. She secured victory in a runoff election against Agriculture Minister Shinjiro Koizumi, following the resignation of outgoing Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. Takaichi’s election marks a historic moment in Japanese politics, as she breaks a long-standing gender barrier in the country’s top political office. Her leadership is expected to shape Japan’s domestic policies and international relations, while also inspiring greater representation of women in political and administrative leadership roles.

The Maharashtra government has implemented the E-Bond system to modernise and digitise the process of bond execution for import and export businesses. By introducing this system, Maharashtra has become the 16th state in India to adopt digital bonds, marking a shift from traditional stamp paper bonds to an online, paperless format. This initiative aims to enhance efficiency, minimise manual paperwork, and reduce processing time in trade-related operations. It also supports the state’s broader goal of promoting digital governance and ease of doing business, especially in key sectors like logistics, trade, and export management.

The Indian Army is organizing the Chiefs’ Conclave of the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) in New Delhi. This significant event will bring together senior military leaders from over 30 nations to deliberate on the future of UN peacekeeping operations. The discussions will aim to enhance global cooperation, improve coordination among troop-contributing countries, and strengthen the preparedness of UN missions. Hosting the event in New Delhi underscores India’s long-standing commitment to international peacekeeping efforts and its pivotal role as one of the largest contributors of troops to UN peacekeeping missions worldwide.

Exercise Pacific Reach 2025 (XPR-25) was hosted by the Republic of Singapore Navy and witnessed the Indian Navy demonstrating its advanced submarine rescue capabilities. This event was particularly significant as it marked the first time India’s Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) performed a dive outside the Indian Ocean Region. Conducted aboard INS Nistar by the Submarine Rescue Unit (East), the exercise involved multiple successful rescue trials, showcasing India’s operational proficiency and strengthening regional naval cooperation. Singapore’s role as host highlights its strategic position in fostering maritime partnerships across the Indo-Pacific region.

World Animal Day is observed on October 4 every year to promote global awareness about animal rights, welfare, and conservation. The day aligns with the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, symbolizing compassion toward all living beings. First celebrated in 1925 by Heinrich Zimmermann in Berlin, the observance date was officially moved to October 4 in 1929. In 2025, World Animal Day marks its 100th anniversary, with the theme “Save Animals, Save the Planet,” emphasizing the interconnection between protecting animals and sustaining the Earth’s ecosystems.

China’s national observatory issued an orange alert for Typhoon Matmo as it approached the country’s southern coastline. The storm was forecasted to make landfall between Guangdong and Hainan provinces, bringing with it heavy rainfall, strong winds, and the risk of flooding and landslides. Typhoon Matmo, also known locally as Paolo in the Philippines, had already been one of the 16 tropical cyclones affecting the region that year. The alert represents China’s second-highest level of weather warning, underscoring the seriousness of the threat and the country’s preparedness efforts to mitigate the storm’s potential impact on coastal areas.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched the ‘Aapki Punji Aapka Adhikar’ campaign in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The initiative focuses on helping citizens claim their rightful unclaimed financial assets from banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions. With over ₹1.82 lakh crore worth of unclaimed assets lying dormant across the country, the campaign seeks to create awareness and streamline the process of reclaiming funds. Launching the campaign in Gandhinagar, a hub of financial and administrative activity, highlights the government’s commitment to improving financial inclusion and ensuring citizens have rightful access to their financial resources.

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launched the ‘Namo Van’ project in Manesar to mark the beginning of Wildlife Week 2025 celebrations. The initiative aligns with the year’s theme, ‘Sewa Parv,’ emphasizing service toward nature and environmental preservation. As part of the event, a large-scale plantation drive was organised under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, encouraging citizens to plant trees in honour of their mothers. The ‘Namo Van’ project aims to promote biodiversity conservation, enhance green cover, and raise awareness about the importance of protecting wildlife and preserving India’s rich ecological heritage.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Sabar Dairy Plant in Rohtak, Haryana. This dairy facility, built with an investment of ₹350 crore, is the largest in India and aims to significantly boost the dairy sector in the region. The plant is expected to enhance milk production capacity, improve quality standards, and strengthen supply chains across the National Capital Region (NCR). By providing a modern processing infrastructure, it will help farmers secure better income and contribute to rural economic growth. The project reflects the government’s focus on promoting self-reliance and efficiency in India’s dairy industry.