UPSC Current Affairs — October 2025
246 articles across 6 categories for UPSC preparation.
246 articles across 6 categories for UPSC preparation.
Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan assured the construction of a temporary rock lane along the Uppada coast in Kakinada district to prevent coastal…
The Indian Army, in collaboration with CLAWS, organized the Young Leaders Forum (YLF) 2025 as a pre-event to the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, focusing o…
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is organizing "Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada" from 1st to 15th November 2025, celebrating the 150th Birth Anniversary…
Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena assumed charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command on 31 Oct 2025, succeeding Vice Admiral V Sr…
The Ministry of Ayush is participating in the Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025, highlighting the integration of trad…
India is set to host the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026, Exercise MILAN 2026, and IONS Conclave of Chiefs in Visakhapatnam, showcasing its nava…
The Ministry of Mines successfully concluded Special Campaign 5.0, achieving 100% of its targets related to record management, pendency reduction, pub…
The Special Campaign 5.0 for Swachhata and Disposal of Pending Matters achieved significant outcomes, including freeing up office space, generating re…
The Public Works department has sanctioned ₹7 crore for constructing a new inpatient block at General Hospital, Alappuzha, following demands raised at…
A district-level Pattaya Mela is scheduled to be held at Alappuzha Collectorate, inaugurated by Fisheries Minister Saji Cherian, with attendance from …
Sukhdev Yadav, convicted in the 2002 Nitish Katara murder case, died in a road accident in Uttar Pradesh shortly after his release from prison. The in…
A National Conference on Handlooms & Handicrafts will be held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, focusing on the opportunities and challenges in the handmade sec…
The Ministry of Education will introduce an AI curriculum from Class 3 onwards, starting in the 2026-27 academic session, aligning with NEP 2020 and N…
The Ministry of Coal's Special Campaign 5.0 focused on cleanliness, efficiency, and sustainability, achieving significant progress in waste management…
Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla addressed IPS officers, emphasizing the rule of law, constitutional values, and the spirit of 'Sewa' and 'Samarpan' fo…
The Election Commission of India convened a meeting to coordinate inter-state border security for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections 2025, focusing…
₹60 lakh has been sanctioned for the renovation of approach roads to level crossings along the Chingavanam-Chottanikkara railway line. This is relevan…
The Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules, 2025, align with the Medical Devices Rules, 2017, to streamline labeling standards for med…
The National Communications Academy (NCA), Department of Telecommunications (DoT), and Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC) signed an MoU to…
The 5th Meeting of the Working Group on Military Cooperation between India and Russia (IRIGC-M&MTC) was held in New Delhi, focusing on strengthening d…
Union Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized the importance of technological sovereignty and deeptech innovation for India's future at the TiEcon Delhi-NCR …
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) is implementing the Samriddh Gram Phygital Services Pilot Project to bridge the digital divide in rural Ind…
The CemHack for Green Infra, organized by NCB-IC, aimed to foster innovation and sustainability in the cement sector, receiving participation from sta…
The 'Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026', India's first UCI 2.2 Stage Cycling Race, aims to boost tourism, promote the Fit India Movement, and revitalize Pune…
Tenneeru Satyanarayana, father of BRS leader T. Harish Rao and brother-in-law of former CM K. Chandrasekhar Rao, passed away, leading to the cancellat…
The Karnataka High Court stayed a government order restricting public gatherings, citing constitutional violations. Meanwhile, controversies arose ove…
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed the preparedness of Indian Railways for Cyclone Montha, emphasizing uninterrupted communication and timely de…
The article discusses the High-Level Task Force (HLTF) meetings focused on the development of the North Eastern Region (NER) in sectors like economic …
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' MY Bharat initiative has reached over 2 crore registrations, reflecting significant youth engagement in nati…
President Droupadi Murmu will undertake a sortie in a Rafale fighter aircraft in Ambala, Haryana, on October 29, 2025, following her previous sortie i…
A man was murdered in a Belagavi village due to an unpaid debt of ₹2,000, highlighting issues of law and order and socio-economic factors in rural are…
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the need for India to be prepared for war-like situations, citing Operation Sindoor as a case study. He emp…
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh emphasized the importance of self-reliance in defence manufacturing, highlighting the success of Made-in-India equipm…
Union Agriculture Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan participated in the National Agricultural Students Conference, emphasizing the importance of qua…
Maj Gen Yousef Maayouf Saeed Al Hallami, Commander of the UAE Land Forces, visited India to enhance bilateral military cooperation, focusing on traini…
India Maritime Week 2025, inaugurated in Mumbai, aims to position India as a global maritime leader by 2047, focusing on policy reforms, digital trans…
The Indian Army has been placed on high alert due to the impending Cyclone 'Montha', expected to intensify and impact coastal Andhra Pradesh by Octobe…
Fugitive gangster Lakhvinder, an associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, was deported from the U.S. and arrested by Haryana Police, marking a success …
The Bapatla District administration is preparing for Cyclone Montha, with a review meeting held on October 26, 2025, to coordinate response efforts. T…
Andhra Pradesh is preparing for Cyclone 'Montha' with reviews by the Home Minister and deployment of NDRF teams. The focus is on preventing human loss…
Indian Railways has transported over 1.5 crore passengers during the festival season and is implementing measures like holding areas and special train…
The Jal Jeevan Mission has made significant strides in providing tap water to over 15.72 crore rural households, marking a major infrastructure expans…
The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 has been announced to recognize outstanding contributions in science, technology, and innovation across 13 domains.…
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced regulations for the Bihar elections 2025, including a prohibition on displaying election matter d…
Prime Minister Modi addressed the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit, emphasizing the strong partnership and shared values between India and ASEAN, highlighting …
India Maritime Week 2025 (IMW 2025) is set to be the largest maritime gathering globally, showcasing India's vision to become a global maritime hub an…
This news compilation covers diverse topics including sports, financial allegations, crime incidents, and cultural events. It highlights issues releva…
The Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) announced a power supply disruption on October 26, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in several areas due to emerg…
Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal attended the 80th United Nations Day celebrations, emphasizing India's commitment to global peace and development, and…
The Ministry of Law and Justice transferred records older than 25 years to the National Archives of India as part of Special Campaign 5.0, focusing on…
Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda addressed the 50th convocation of AIIMS New Delhi, highlighting the growth in medical infrastructure, including the i…
President Droupadi Murmu is set to inaugurate Yashoda Medicity in Indirapuram, Ghaziabad, on October 26, 2025. This event highlights the development o…
The article covers a range of news including political campaigns, tragic accidents, environmental concerns, and law and order issues. It provides pote…
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar criticized the UN's ineffectiveness in addressing terrorism, citing Pakistan's attempts to shield terror group…
The Special Campaign 5.0, led by DARPG, focuses on cleanliness and reducing pendency in government offices, achieving significant milestones in space …
The Ministry of Civil Aviation finalized the Winter Schedule 2025, showing a 5.95% growth in departures compared to Winter Schedule 2024, with new air…
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman inaugurated the new CGST Bhawan in Ghaziabad, emphasizing the importance of modern infrastructure and ethica…
The article covers key events including political alliances in Bihar, international relations concerning Israel and Russia, investigations into electo…
A documentary, 'Friends of Jilipibala,' highlighting the importance of a historical tamarind tree and urban environmental conservation, has been selec…
India was re-elected as Vice-Chairperson of the COP10 Bureau, reaffirming its commitment to clean sport. The COP10 session focused on strengthening go…
The 14th India-Bhutan Border Management and Security Meeting in Thimphu addressed bilateral security cooperation and border management issues, reaffir…
Dr. Jitendra Singh reviewed DBT projects, emphasizing leveraging regional strengths to build a robust bioinnovation ecosystem and the active involveme…
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh highlighted the Indian Navy's role in maintaining regional stability and promoting self-reliance in defense during the Nav…
Shri Piyush Goyal represented India at UNCTAD XVI, highlighting India's economic growth, sustainability efforts, and commitment to South-South coopera…
The Election Commission of India (ECI) conducted a two-day conference focusing on the preparedness for the nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR)…
Prime Minister Modi congratulated Sanae Takaichi on becoming the Prime Minister of Japan, emphasizing the commitment to strengthen the India-Japan Spe…
The Indian Navy's Commanders' Conference 2025 focuses on enhancing combat capabilities, interoperability, and addressing maritime security challenges …
The Prime Minister conveyed Diwali greetings, emphasizing harmony, happiness, and prosperity. The message highlights the cultural importance of festiv…
PM Modi celebrated Diwali on INS Vikrant, highlighting its significance as a symbol of Aatmanirbhar Bharat and India's growing defence capabilities, e…
President Droupadi Murmu will visit Kerala from October 21-24, 2025, attending events including temple visits, unveiling a bust of K.R. Narayanan, and…
Lt Gen CG Muralidharan has assumed the role of Director General of Medical Services (Army), succeeding Lt Gen Sadhna S Nair. His priorities include en…
A fire incident occurred at the Staff Quarter block of MPs’ Flats in Brahmaputra Building, New Delhi, due to firecrackers; no casualties were reported…
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has deployed observers for the Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 and bye-elections, acting under Article 324 and th…
The Ministry of Mines amended the Mineral (Auction) Rules, 2015, introducing intermediary timelines and incentives to expedite the operationalization …
A judicial probe has been ordered into the Leh violence that resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, sparked by protests demanding statehood and the…
The Egyptian Foreign Minister met with the Indian Prime Minister to discuss the Gaza Peace Agreement and the first India-Egypt Strategic Dialogue, hig…
The Madurai Mayor's resignation due to corruption allegations has exposed intra-party conflicts within the DMK, leading to damage control measures and…
The Karnataka Cabinet moved to restrict RSS activities, while Infosys founders declined to participate in a caste survey. A ban was imposed on a seer'…
President Murmu addressed the Army Chiefs’ Conclave, emphasizing India's commitment to UN peacekeeping and the importance of gender inclusion. The spe…
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) celebrated its 32nd Foundation Day, emphasizing the importance of human rights, especially for vulnerable …
The 5th India-Australia Energy Dialogue focused on strengthening cooperation in energy efficiency, green hydrogen, and secure supply chains, emphasizi…
The Indian Navy organized a seminar on cybersecurity in the maritime sector, emphasizing the need to protect critical infrastructure and promote colla…
The Ministry of Home Affairs reports a significant number of Naxalite surrenders in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, highlighting the government's effort…
The 9th JCoR meeting, convened by TRAI, focused on combating spam and cyber fraud through measures like digital consent acquisition, 1600-series imple…
The Indian Army foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control in the Kupwara district, highlighting ongoing border security challenges. Thi…
Security forces in Manipur arrested a militant from the Kangleipak Communist Party (PWG) and seized arms and ammunition in multiple operations across …
The 8th Session of the Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs (CCSCH) in Guwahati highlighted India's leadership in shaping global spice standar…
The Prime Minister welcomed the release of hostages and expressed support for President Trump's peace efforts in the region. The release is attributed…
The article reports on the commemoration of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary, emphasizing his contributions to national unity and th…
This compilation covers all important current affairs from October 2025 relevant to UPSC Civil Services Examination. Articles are categorized by subject area and mapped to GS papers for systematic revision.
Use this monthly archive alongside your daily preparation to ensure comprehensive coverage of current events for both Prelims and Mains examinations.
The Ministry of Fisheries launched the fully digitized National Marine Fisheries Census 2025, aiming to cover 1.2 million fisher households across Ind…
A CWRDM study reveals that houseboat operations in Vembanad Lake far exceed sustainable limits, causing significant ecological stress. The report reco…
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs observed Rashtriya Ekta Diwas 2025 at India Gate, commemorating Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's birth anniversary…
Union Minister Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani reviewed cleanliness initiatives at Sanchar Bhawan under Special Campaign 5.0, emphasizing the importance …
The Ministry of Mines has recognized two additional Centres of Excellence under the National Critical Mineral Mission, aiming to boost R&D in critical…