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Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS), has been appointed as the brand ambassador for Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 — the largest-ever school-level hackathon in India.
Organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with Atal Innovation Mission and NITI Aayog.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Expected Participants | 1 crore+ students |
| Participating Schools | 1.5 lakh |
Aligns with Viksit Bharat 2047, focusing on encouraging innovation, creativity, and self-reliance among India’s young minds.
The Union Cabinet has approved a nationwide celebration marking 150 years of the national song “Vande Mataram.”
- Composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in Sanskrit
- First appeared in his 1882 novel “Anandamath”
- First public recital: By Rabindranath Tagore in 1896
- As per 1950 Presidential order, holds status equal to the national anthem “Jana Gana Mana”
The song served as a powerful rallying anthem during India’s freedom struggle.
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated India’s first cooperative-run Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) and Potash Granule Project at the Shankarrao Kolhe Cooperative Sugar Factory in Kopargaon, Maharashtra.
- Showcases an ideal model of circular economy
- Aims to be replicated in 15 cooperative sugar factories across Maharashtra
Maharashtra is leading the way in implementing this sustainable energy and fertilizer production model.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated the first phase of the Patna Metro Rail Service, launching the Priority Corridor.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Corridor Length | 3.6 km (elevated) |
| Route | ISBT to Bhootnath Station |
| Train Coaches | 3 per train |
| Passenger Capacity | 900 passengers |
| Security | Bihar State Auxiliary Police (B-SAP) |
The project was initiated by PM Narendra Modi in 2019. This marks the end of a six-year wait for metro connectivity in Patna.
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy and Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated Arunachal Pradesh’s first commercial coal mine at Namchik Namphuk in Changlang district on October 6, 2025.
- Holds 1.5 crore tonnes of coal reserves
- Marks a major stride towards energy self-sufficiency and Aatmanirbhar Bharat
- Ceremony included Bhumi Pujan and tree plantation drive
Boost employment, enhance regional development, and strengthen the state’s economy.
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the MY Bharat – National Service Scheme (NSS) Awards 2022–23 at Rashtrapati Bhavan on October 6, 2025.
- The NSS was launched in 1969 to promote youth development through volunteerism and community service
- Awards instituted in 1993–94 by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Honor outstanding contributions to social work, community welfare, and nation-building.
The Indian Navy formally commissioned INS Androth, its second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at Visakhapatnam on October 6, 2025.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Indigenous Content | 80%+ |
| Propulsion | Three waterjet systems |
| Equipment | Advanced sensors, communication, weaponry |
Symbolizes Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defense manufacturing and will enhance India’s coastal defense and anti-submarine capabilities.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Goa’s “Mhaje Ghar” Scheme in Taleigao, aimed at granting ownership rights to residents living on government and community lands.
- Expected to benefit nearly 11 lakh people
- Regularizes properties under Goa Land Revenue Code and Forest Rights Act
Shah also inaugurated projects worth ₹2,452 crore, including infrastructure, digital initiatives, and public facilities.
Projecting Goa as a developed state by 2037.
Legendary sprinter Carl Lewis, a nine-time Olympic gold medalist, has been appointed International Event Ambassador for the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2025.
- Event to be flagged off from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi on October 12, 2025
- Lewis participated in four Olympic Games (1984–1996)
Remains one of the most decorated track and field athletes in Olympic history.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, from October 8–11.
Theme: “Innovate to Transform”
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Expected Visitors | 1.5 lakh+ |
| Delegates | 7,000+ |
| Global Exhibitors | 400+ |
Key Focus Areas: 6G technology, AI, cybersecurity, satellite communication, and telecom manufacturing.
IMC 2025 is Asia’s leading telecom and technology event.
💼 Business & Economy
India has expanded the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to Lulu Group supermarkets in Qatar, after its earlier debut at Hamad International Airport.
Partners: NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL), Qatar National Bank (QNB), and Japanese gateway NETSTARS.
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Indians in Qatar | ~8.3 lakh |
| Qatar’s UPI Rank | 8th country to adopt UPI |
Enables fast, low-cost transactions and simplifies remittances and daily payments for Indians in Qatar, furthering India’s digital payment diplomacy.
JPMorgan Chase has appointed Conor Hillery and Matthieu Wiltz as Co-Chief Executive Officers for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).
- Hillery (London) – leads Investment Banking
- Wiltz (France) – oversees EMEA Sales
- Combined experience: 50 years
This follows Filippo Gori’s relocation to New York for global responsibilities.
Increase EMEA revenue by 20% by 2030 and strengthen regional engagement across developed and emerging markets.
🌐 International News
Dr. Khaled El-Enany, Egypt’s former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, is set to become the first Arab Director-General of UNESCO.
- On October 6, 2025, the UNESCO Executive Board overwhelmingly supported his nomination
- Final confirmation from 194-member General Conference in November 2025
- Will succeed Audrey Azoulay of France
- Assumes office in early 2026 for a four-year term
He will lead one of the world’s foremost organizations dedicated to education, science, culture, and heritage preservation.
France’s Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned just 14 hours after forming his cabinet, plunging the country into a political crisis.
- Cabinet lineup faced strong opposition from allies and rivals
- Resignation caused immediate decline in French stocks and the euro
- Lecornu, a close ally of President Emmanuel Macron, stepped down amid threats in a divided parliament
The far-right National Rally party has called for snap parliamentary elections, deepening political uncertainty in France.
The Philippines has created Southeast Asia’s first coral larvae cryobank to preserve coral genetic diversity and combat reef degradation within the Coral Triangle.
Collaborating Countries: Indonesia, Taiwan, Malaysia, and Thailand
Technology: Cryopreservation — freezing coral larvae in liquid nitrogen (–196°C) through vitrification.
Targets threats like climate change-induced coral bleaching, pollution, and destructive fishing. Global coral loss reached 14% (2009–2018). Coral reefs support 25% of all marine life.
Iran’s parliament has passed a currency redenomination bill to remove four zeros from the rial to simplify transactions amid hyperinflation exceeding 35%.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Zeros Removed | 4 |
| Preparation Period | 2 years |
| Transition Period | 3 years |
| Current Exchange Rate | ~1,150,000 rial/USD |
Experts caution that true economic stability depends on structural reforms, not symbolic currency adjustments.
👔 Appointments
Indian cricketer Sanju Samson has been chosen as the official ambassador of the English Premier League (EPL) in India.
- A Liverpool FC supporter and Kerala native
- Met Michael Owen at a fan event in Mumbai
- Known for promoting football through ties with Kerala Blasters FC
The EPL aims to increase fan engagement in the Indian subcontinent and bridge cricket and football fandom, especially in Kerala, a football-loving state.
📅 Important Days
Indian Air Force Day 2025 is observed on October 8, marking the 93rd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF), established in 1932.
The celebration pays tribute to the valor and dedication of IAF personnel and showcases India’s growing air strength through:
- Parades
- Air shows
- Exhibitions across air bases
Emphasizes IAF’s modernization efforts, combining technological advancements with its rich legacy.
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