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National News
PM Launches ‘Mumbai One’ App for Seamless Transport
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled ‘Mumbai One’, a QR-based digital ticketing application that integrates 11 public transport systems across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).
- It is hailed as India’s first common mobility app, simplifying travel by eliminating the need for separate tickets across different modes of public transport.
- The initiative reflects the national vision of “One Nation, One Mobility”, enhancing ease of commuting for millions in Mumbai.
Indian Peacekeepers Recognized by UNISFA
- Indian peacekeepers stationed in the Abyei region (disputed between Sudan and South Sudan) were honoured by UNISFA’s Acting Head of Mission, Maj Gen Robert Yaw Affram, for their dedicated and disciplined service.
- India remains the largest troop-contributing nation to UN peacekeeping missions, with over 5,000 personnel deployed globally and around 180 martyrs who have laid down their lives in the line of duty.
- This recognition underlines India’s leadership in promoting peace, its commitment to global security, and gender equality in international peacekeeping.
India Records Highest-Ever Solar and Wind Power Generation in H1 2025
- India registered record-breaking solar and wind energy output in the first half of 2025, cutting power sector emissions by 24 million tonnes, as per Ember’s report.
- Solar energy generation increased by 25%, reaching 2% of total power, while wind power grew by 29%, contributing 5.1%.
- This growth is attributed to declining renewable energy costs, strong policy backing, and slower electricity demand, marking a significant advancement in India’s clean energy transition.
Manipur Observes Mera Hou Chongba – Festival of Hill-Valley Unity
- The state of Manipur celebrated Mera Hou Chongba, a traditional festival symbolizing unity between hill and valley communities.
- King Maharaja Sanajaoba Leishemba led the ceremonies, joined by tribal chiefs at the Manipur Royal Palace in Imphal.
- The celebration included a ritual march to Kangla, exchange of gifts, cultural dances, and a grand feast, emphasizing communal harmony.
- Held every year on the 15th lunar day of Mera month, it is the only festival that unites all indigenous communities of Manipur, reinforcing brotherhood and cultural integration.
Business News
VyomIC to Build India’s First Private Global Satellite Constellation for PNT Services
- Chennai-based start-up VyomIC announced its plan to develop India’s first private satellite constellation for high-precision Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT)
- The company raised USD 1.6 million in pre-seed funding, led by Speciale Invest, with support from BYT Capital and DeVC.
- The investment will fund LEO-based PNT payload development, a spaceborne demo mission, and team expansion in R&D and business operations.
- Founded by Lokesh Kabdal, Vibhor Jain, and Anurag Patil—who previously worked on India’s student hyperloop project and drone swarm technologies.
- The system will offer anti-spoofing and anti-jamming capabilities, addressing vulnerabilities in GPS and GLONASS.
- Leveraging Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, it promises faster signal convergence, stronger connectivity, global coverage, and even indoor navigation support.
India Becomes 7th Largest Investor in Gold ETFs – WGC Report
- As of September 26, 2025, India ranks 7th globally in Gold Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) investments, according to the World Gold Council (WGC).
- Gold prices rose by over 45% in 2025, reflecting a surge in investor confidence.
- India’s Gold ETF Assets Under Management (AUM) stand at $8.9 billion, equalling Canada’s total, placing India ahead of Japan, Australia, Italy, and Hong Kong.
- Top Gold ETF Investors:
- United States – $231.5 billion
- United Kingdom – $77.5 billion
- Switzerland – $43.5 billion
- Germany – $40.2 billion
- China – $22.9 billion
- France – $9.5 billion
Swiggy Sells Its Stake in Rapido to Prosus NV & WestBridge Capital
- Swiggy sold its entire 11.8% stake in Rapido to Prosus NV and WestBridge Capital for a total of ₹2,400 crore.
- Prosus’s subsidiary acquired shares worth ₹1,968 crore, while WestBridge purchased shares worth ₹431.5 crore.
- The transaction was conducted on an arm’s length basis, subject to approval from CCI and Swiggy’s shareholders.
- Swiggy’s initial investment in Rapido (2022) amounted to ₹1,020 crore for nearly 12% stake.
- Despite a 54% revenue rise to ₹4,961 crore in Q1 FY26, Swiggy’s net loss widened to ₹1,197 crore, double the previous year’s loss.
Eli Lilly to Invest $1 Billion in Telangana Pharma Hub
- US pharma major Eli Lilly will invest $1 billion in Telangana, expanding its manufacturing and global supply network in Hyderabad.
- The decision follows the launch of the company’s Global Capability Centre in the city, reflecting confidence in Telangana’s robust infrastructure, skilled talent pool, and investor-friendly policies.
- The new facility will focus on therapies for diabetes, obesity, Alzheimer’s, cancer, and autoimmune diseases, reinforcing Telangana’s position as a global pharma hub.
NPCI Introduces Biometric and Wearable Glass UPI Authentication
- The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), in collaboration with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), launched biometric and wearable glass-based authentication for UPI payments.
- Users can now authorize transactions using facial recognition, fingerprints, or voice commands instead of a traditional PIN.
- This innovation enhances security and accessibility, particularly benefiting senior citizens, rural populations, and first-time digital users.
- The initiative solidifies UPI’s status as a global benchmark for secure, inclusive, and innovative digital payments.
PayPal Integrates India’s UPI as Its First Global Payment Partner
- PayPal CEO Alex Chriss announced on October 7, 2025, that India’s UPI has become the first-ever payment system partner for PayPal World, the company’s new global payments platform.
- This collaboration boosts UPI’s global footprint, enabling seamless cross-border transactions.
- The partnership strengthens PayPal’s presence in the rapidly growing Indian digital payments market, providing users with instant, cost-effective, and secure global transfers, while offering merchants broader market access.
International News
Madagascar President Appoints Army General as Prime Minister
- President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar appointed Army General Ruphin Fortunat Zafisambo as Prime Minister amid youth-led protests against water scarcity, corruption, and unemployment.
- The move follows the dissolution of the civilian cabinet, indicating a growing military influence and raising concerns of a potential coup.
- The protest group “Gen Z Mada” has rejected the appointment, demanding Rajoelina’s resignation within 48 hours.
Economy News
World Bank Raises India’s FY26 Growth Forecast to 6.5%
- The World Bank revised India’s FY26 GDP growth projection upward to 5% (from 6.3%), attributing the increase to robust domestic consumption, rural recovery, and the positive effects of GST reforms.
- However, the FY27 forecast was slightly reduced to 3%, reflecting concerns over U.S. tariff policies.
- The South Asian region is expected to grow 6% in 2025, but may decelerate to 5.8% in 2026 due to global uncertainties, geopolitical risks, and AI-driven job disruptions.
Ranking and Indexes
BrandFinance Energy 100–2025: Shell Leads, Indian Oil Ranks 21st
- The BrandFinance Energy 100–2025 Report highlights ongoing economic and geopolitical challenges in the global oil and gas sector, with a combined brand value of USD 688.6 billion.
- Top Global Rankings:
- Shell (UK) – USD 45.4 billion – AAA
- Aramco (Saudi Arabia) – USD 41.7 billion – AAA-
- PetroChina (China) – USD 33.3 billion – AA
- Sinopec Group (China) – USD 29.8 billion – AA+
- ExxonMobil (USA) – USD 23.6 billion – AAA
- ADNOC (UAE) – USD 19 billion – AAA-
- TotalEnergies (France) – USD 18.8 billion – AAA-
- BP (UK) – USD 18.3 billion – AAA-
- Equinor (Norway) – USD 15.7 billion – AAA-
- Chevron (USA) – USD 14.5 billion – AA+
- Indian Rankings:
- Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) ranks 21st globally, contributing to 5% of the total global brand value.
- HPCL and BPCL are placed 42nd and 43rd, respectively.
Award News
2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry Awarded for Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs)
- The Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2025 has been awarded to Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi for their groundbreaking work on Metal–Organic Frameworks (MOFs).
- MOFs are crystalline compounds capable of gas capture, chemical storage, catalysis, and water harvesting.
- Their discoveries have revolutionized chemical engineering and environmental technology, offering sustainable solutions in carbon capture and clean chemistry.
Defense News
DRDO Unveils IRSA 1.0 – Enabling Radio Interoperability
- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), in coordination with the Integrated Defence Staff and Tri-Services, launched the Indian Radio Software Architecture (IRSA) 1.0 on October 6, 2025.
- IRSA provides standardized APIs, interfaces, and waveform portability, ensuring interoperability among Software Defined Radios (SDRs).
- The framework supports indigenous, interoperable, and future-ready communications, boosting defense self-reliance and positioning India as a global leader in SDR technology.
Summits & Conferences
India to Launch Its First Red List at IUCN World Congress 2025
- At the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in Abu Dhabi (Oct 9–15), India will release its first-ever Red List of Endangered Species, marking a historic conservation milestone.
- Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh will represent India at the quadrennial summit, which focuses on biodiversity, sustainability, and climate resilience.
- The event will bring together scientists, policymakers, and global leaders to set the world’s conservation agenda.
Science & Technology News
India-AI Impact Summit 2026 Logo Blends Ethics and Innovation
- The Government of India unveiled the official logo for the upcoming India-AI Impact Summit 2026, symbolizing a fusion of ethics, heritage, and innovation.
- Designed by Ajith P. Suresh and chosen from 599 submissions on the MyGov platform, the logo features the Ashoka Chakra to represent ethical governance, alongside neural network flares signifying AI’s transformative energy.
- The design reflects India’s vision of responsible AI leadership, ahead of the MeitY-hosted summit on Feb 19–20, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Important Days
World Post Day – October 9
- Observed annually on October 9, World Post Day aims to raise awareness about the vital role of postal services in everyday communication and global connectivity.
- The day highlights how the postal sector contributes to social and economic development, bridging distances, and connecting people worldwide.