Current Affairs - October 25, 2025 Current Affairs

The manufacturing facility for Kavach 4.0, India’s advanced Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, was inaugurated by Karnataka’s IT Minister Priyank Kharge. This event highlights Karnataka’s growing prominence in the field of technology and innovation, especially in sectors like transportation safety. The collaboration between NOVA Control Tecnologix and Tata Elxsi for Kavach 4.0 showcases the state’s pivotal role in promoting cutting-edge technological advancements and supporting India’s mission to enhance railway safety infrastructure.

The Indian Coast Guard launched two Advanced Fast Patrol Vessels—ICG Ship Ajit and ICG Ship Aparajit—at Goa Shipyard Limited in Goa. Each vessel measures 52 meters in length and weighs about 320 tonnes, marking the seventh and eighth ships in a series of eight indigenously built patrol vessels. These ships are equipped with Controllable Pitch Propellers, a technological advancement introduced for the first time in this class of vessels in India. The launch underscores Goa’s important role in India’s naval and shipbuilding capabilities, strengthening the nation’s coastal defence infrastructure.

Veer Bhadu created history by winning India’s first-ever Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) medal at the Asian Youth Games held in Bahrain. Competing in the Men’s 80 kg category, Bhadu secured the bronze medal after a remarkable victory over Thailand’s Dechachot Barisri by unanimous decision. This achievement not only highlights Bhadu’s dedication and skill but also marks a major milestone for India in the field of combat sports. Alongside his success, Palash Mandal added another bronze in the 5000m walk race, bringing India’s total medal tally to twelve at the event.

Deloitte India’s latest India Economic Outlook report projects India’s GDP growth for FY26 in the range of 6.7–6.9%, reflecting confidence in the country’s strong domestic demand and supportive policy environment. The upward revision of 0.3 percentage points from earlier estimates highlights renewed optimism in the Indian economy. Key drivers include robust private investment, rising consumer spending, and government-led reforms such as GST 2.0. The projection aligns closely with the Reserve Bank of India’s 6.8% growth forecast, emphasizing a broad consensus on India’s economic resilience despite challenges like global trade uncertainty, inflation pressures, and geopolitical risks.

ITBP Raising Day is celebrated annually on October 24 to honour the establishment of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). The ITBP was formed in 1962, following the Indo-China War, with the crucial responsibility of safeguarding India’s 3,488-km border with China across some of the world’s most challenging high-altitude terrains. The force embodies its motto, “Shaurya, Dridhata, Karm Nishtha,” which translates to “Valour, Determination, and Devotion to Duty.” The day highlights the courage and dedication of ITBP personnel who serve under extreme conditions to protect India’s frontiers.

Adani Power’s Godda Ultra Super Critical Thermal Plant is situated in Jharkhand. With a total capacity of 1,600 MW, the plant was initially developed to supply electricity to Bangladesh under a cross-border energy agreement. Recently, it has been approved for connection to India’s national electricity grid, enabling it to contribute to the country’s domestic power supply as well. This development marks a significant milestone in optimizing energy resources and enhancing regional power stability while showcasing Jharkhand’s growing importance as a hub for large-scale energy infrastructure projects.

Rohit Sharma achieved a major milestone in his cricketing career by surpassing Sourav Ganguly to become India’s third-highest run-scorer in One Day Internationals (ODIs), with a total of 11,249 runs. Only Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli are ahead of him on the list. Rohit reached this feat during his 73-run knock against Australia, displaying composure and skill throughout his innings. Known for his consistency and ability to adapt, Rohit’s career highlights include 32 ODI centuries, 59 fifties, and the record for the highest individual ODI score of 264 runs against Sri Lanka.

The Sevilla Forum on Debt was launched at UNCTAD16, held in Geneva. This global event, led by Spain with support from UNCTAD and UN DESA, aims to create a permanent and inclusive platform for discussions on sovereign debt challenges faced by nations. The forum’s establishment in Geneva underscores the city’s significance as a hub for international diplomacy and global economic governance. It also represents a major outcome of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), focusing on sustainable financial cooperation and global debt management frameworks.

The State Bank of India (SBI) earned the prestigious “World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025” award from Global Finance, recognizing its excellence in innovation, digital transformation, and financial inclusion. SBI’s leadership in mobile and voice banking, along with AI-driven services and a massive customer base of over 520 million, contributed to this recognition. The bank’s flagship mobile app, with over 100 million users, reflects its success in digital accessibility. This achievement not only enhances India’s reputation in global banking but also highlights the evolving role of public sector banks in providing inclusive, tech-enabled financial services to millions across the nation.

NASA confirmed the asteroid 2025 PN7 as a “quasi-moon” of Earth, meaning it follows a similar orbital path around the Sun but is not gravitationally bound to our planet like the Moon. Discovered by the University of Hawaii in 2025, PN7 is estimated to be between 18 and 36 metres in diameter. Its orbital behavior makes it appear as if it accompanies Earth in its journey around the Sun. NASA’s analysis confirmed that PN7 poses no danger to our planet, making it an exciting scientific discovery for understanding near-Earth objects.