🇮🇳 National News
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has waived fees for the Mandatory Biometric Update (MBU) for children aged 7–15 years, benefiting approximately 6 crore children beginning October 1, 2025, for one year.
- Children below age 5 are enrolled without biometric data; updates are necessary at ages 5 and 15
- Previously, fees were applicable outside designated age windows
- Now biometric updates for ages 5–17 are free of charge
This ensures smoother access to education, scholarship, and DBT schemes, promoting digital inclusion and convenience for families.
Coal India Limited (CIL) has launched its first fully women-operated Central Store Unit at the SECL Central Workshop, Korba, as part of Special Campaign 5.0.
- Managed by eight women officers, led by Ms. Sapna Ikka (IIT-ISM Dhanbad alumna)
- Operations managed through a SAP-based digital inventory system
- Follows SECL’s earlier success with a women-managed dispensary in Bilaspur
Reinforces women-led development and inclusive workplace practices in the public sector.
The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has completed construction of the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass, Ladakh, standing at 19,400 feet.
| Record | Height | Location |
|---|---|---|
| New Record (Mig La) | 19,400 ft | Ladakh |
| Previous Record (Umling La) | 19,024 ft | Ladakh |
Built under Project Himank, the road forms part of the Likaru–Mig La–Fukche route.
Enhances defense connectivity, tourism, and regional development while showcasing India’s engineering excellence in extreme altitudes.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav inaugurated Rajasthan’s first “Namo Biodiversity Park” (NAMO VAN) in Alwar on October 5, 2025.
Established at Pratap Bandh, the park functions as a green lung, promoting clean air, local flora and fauna, and environmental awareness.
Aligns with India’s climate action commitments and supports eco-conscious urban infrastructure development in Rajasthan.
The Nobel Prize in Physics 2025 has been awarded to:
- John Clarke
- Michel H. Devoret
- John M. Martinis
For: Discovering macroscopic quantum mechanical tunneling and energy quantization in electrical circuits.
Their work demonstrated how quantum phenomena can manifest in macroscopic systems, bridging the gap between quantum theory and practical engineering.
The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine 2025 has been awarded to:
- Mary E. Brunkow (USA)
- Fred Ramsdell (USA)
- Shimon Sakaguchi (Japan)
For: Pioneering studies on peripheral immune tolerance and discovery of regulatory T cells (Tregs) and the Foxp3 gene.
Their breakthroughs revolutionized immunology, explaining how the body prevents autoimmune reactions and paving the way for treatments in autoimmune diseases, cancer, and transplant medicine.
The Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Akshar, an Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV), was commissioned on October 4, 2025, at Karaikal, Puducherry.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Builder | Goa Shipyard Limited |
| Indigenous Content | 60% |
| Length | 51 meters |
| Weight | 320 tons |
| Engines | Two 3,000 KW diesel units |
| Speed | 27 knots |
| Range | 1,500 nautical miles |
Strengthens the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and enhances India’s maritime security capabilities.
The India–UK bilateral naval exercise KONKAN 2025 began on October 5, 2025, off India’s west coast, running till October 12.
Structure: Conducted in two phases — harbour and sea — focusing on:
- Anti-submarine warfare
- Anti-air warfare
- Anti-surface warfare
- Carrier-led operations
Participants: INS Vikrant, HMS Prince of Wales, and UK CSG 25, with observers from Norway and Japan.
Enhance strategic cooperation and interoperability under the India–UK Vision 2035 framework.
The Indian Coast Guard conducted NATPOLREX-X off the Chennai coast, in conjunction with the 27th National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan.
Purpose: Improve oil spill preparedness, marine pollution response, and multi-agency coordination.
Participants: Central ministries, state agencies, ports, oil companies, and foreign observers from 32 nations.
Showcased cutting-edge pollution control assets and strategies for environmental protection.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the PM SETU Scheme on October 4, 2025, aiming to upgrade 1,000 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) nationwide.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Investment | ₹60,000 crore |
| ITIs to be Upgraded | 1,000 |
| Youth Benefited (5 years) | 2 million |
| National Centers of Excellence | 5 |
Centers of Excellence: Ludhiana, Kanpur, Bhubaneswar, Hyderabad, and Chennai
Industry-aligned curriculum, modern labs, and holistic learning to build a skilled and developed India.
The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with AIM, AICTE, and NITI Aayog, launched Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025.
Objective: Engage over 1 crore students (Classes 6–12) in innovation and problem-solving under Viksit Bharat @2047.
Themes: Atmanirbhar Bharat, Swadeshi, Vocal for Local, Samriddhi
Format: Hybrid event including project submissions, mentorship sessions, and a live innovation showcase on October 13, 2025.
Nurture grassroots innovation in aspirational and rural districts.
At the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in New Delhi, Indian athletes clinched gold medals:
| Athlete | Event | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Nishad Kumar | Men’s High Jump T47 | 2.14m (Asian Record) |
| Simran Sharma | Women’s 100m T12 | 11.95 seconds |
Simran Sharma is visually impaired. India’s total medal tally reached 15, underscoring its rising prominence in para sports.
The BWF World Junior Championships 2025 began in Guwahati from October 6–19, 2025, marking the tournament’s return to India after 17 years.
- Events: Mixed Team Suhandinata Cup and Individual Eye-Level Cup
- Teams: 36 teams competing; India in Group H with UAE, Sri Lanka, and Nepal
- Format Update: New best-of-three relay scoring system (sets to 45 points)
India becomes the fourth Asian nation to host the event twice, with 11 past individual medals and best showing in 2008 (Pune).
India secured its best-ever tally of 18 medals at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in New Delhi.
| Medal | Count |
|---|---|
| 🥇 Gold | 6 |
| 🥈 Silver | 7 |
| 🥉 Bronze | 5 |
| Total | 18 |
Key Performers:
- Ekta Bhyan – Silver in Women’s Club Throw F51
- Soman Rana – Silver in Men’s Shot Put F57
- Praveen Kumar – Bronze in Men’s High Jump T64
Surpassed previous record of 17 medals (Kobe, Japan).
💼 Business & Economy
Bitcoin hit an all-time high of $125,245.57, rising 2.7%, driven by strong institutional demand and favorable U.S. regulations under President Trump’s administration.
Market Drivers:
- Eight consecutive days of gains
- ETF inflows
- Equity market optimism
- Weaker U.S. dollar due to government shutdown concerns
The 2025 Navratri season witnessed the highest sales in a decade, thanks to recent GST reforms that encouraged consumer spending in automotive and electronics sectors.
Automobile Sector Highlights:
- Maruti Suzuki delivered 165,000 vehicles in eight days
- Record 30,000 deliveries on Day 1 — best single-day sales in 35 years
- Mahindra & Mahindra, Hyundai, and Tata Motors also saw significant growth
Electronics Sector: Brands like Haier and LG recorded double-digit sales increases.
GST rationalization made goods more affordable, strengthening consumer confidence and purchasing power nationwide.
🌐 International News
The 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) is being held in Barbados from October 5–12, 2025.
Indian Delegation: Led by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, joined by Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh, MPs, and officials from 24 State/UT legislatures.
Key Agenda:
- Om Birla’s address on “The Commonwealth: A Global Partner”
- Chairing a workshop on “Leveraging Technology to Enhance Democracy and Bridge the Digital Divide”
Foster digital democracy and strengthen international parliamentary cooperation.
🔬 Science & Technology
ISRO has developed Vyommitra, meaning “Friend in Space” (Vyoma = Space, Mitra = Friend), a semi-humanoid robot created for the Gaganyaan mission.
Purpose: Simulate human presence during uncrewed test flights before India’s first human space mission in 2027.
Capabilities:
- Communicates in English and Hindi
- Recognizes human voices and operates spacecraft control panels
- Equipped with AI, gesture recognition, and sensor-based feedback systems
Marks a critical step toward human-rated space technology, enhancing crew safety systems and mission readiness.
📅 Important Days
World Cotton Day is observed globally every year on October 7 to highlight the immense economic, social, and cultural value of cotton worldwide.
Origins & Background:
- Cotton-4 Initiative: Introduced by Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, and Mali to bring global attention to cotton-growing communities
- First Celebration: October 7, 2019, organized by WTO with support from FAO, UNCTAD, ITC, and ICAC
- UN Recognition: On August 30, 2021, the UN General Assembly officially declared October 7 as World Cotton Day
Acknowledges cotton’s critical role in supporting livelihoods, creating employment, and sustaining economies in developing nations.
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