- On October 30, 2025, Toshiba Transmission & Distribution Systems (India) delivered the country’s first 220kV Mobile GIS System to POWERGRID. The system was indigenously designed and manufactured at Toshiba’s Hyderabad facility. It enables rapid deployment during emergencies, grid failures, or maintenance, ensuring uninterrupted power. This milestone strengthens India’s modern transmission network and Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
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- On September 30, 2025, India’s installed power capacity crossed 500 GW (500.89 GW). Renewables contributed 256.09 GW, meeting over 50% of the nation’s electricity demand. Solar and wind were the largest contributors, alongside hydro and other clean sources. This milestone marks a major step toward India’s Net Zero 2070 and 2030 renewable targets.
- On October 30, 2025, Reliance Industries and Google announced a partnership to build India’s AI infrastructure. The collaboration aims to provide affordable, scalable AI compute power for enterprises, startups, and developers. It will support applications across telecom, retail, healthcare, and financial services. The move strengthens India’s position as a global hub for AI innovation and digital growth.
- On November 1, 2025, Manipur celebrated the Chavang Kut festival, the post-harvest thanksgiving of the Chin-Kuki-Mizo communities. The festival marks gratitude for a bountiful harvest and the end of the agricultural season. It featured folk dances, songs, traditional games, and cultural showcases across the state.
- On 1 November 2025, the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD) launched a new helpline 1515. It replaces the earlier number 14408 for POSHAN Abhiyaan and Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY). Its aim is to ensure easy access, transparency, and better delivery of women & child welfare schemes.
- The National Marine Fisheries Census (MFC) 2025 was launched on 31 October 2025 by Union MoS George Kurian at ICAR–CMFRI, Kochi. It is India’s first fully digital, geo‑referenced census using VyAS–BHARAT and VyAS–SUTRA apps. The aim is to register all fishers on the National Fisheries Digital Platform (NFDP) for welfare schemes under PM‑MKSSY.
- Dictionary.com chose “67” as the Word of the Year 2025, announced in late October. It’s a Gen Alpha slang term, pronounced six seven, used playfully without fixed meaning. The term spread widely through TikTok, schools, and online memes, baffling adults but bonding kids.
- On 1 November 2025 in New Delhi, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) signed an MoU with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA). Aim: To create a Comprehensive Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Alignment Framework. It integrates National, State, Environmental Social & Governance (ESG), and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) indicators.
- On October 30, 2025, Ilamparthi AR, a 16-year-old from Chennai, became India’s 90th Chess Grandmaster. He secured his final GM norm at the Bijeljina Open 2025 in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Ilamparthi had earlier achieved norms in Vietnam (2023) and Singapore (2024), crossing the 2500 Elo rating. He is the 35th GM from Tamil Nadu, continuing the state’s rich chess legacy.
- On November 1, 2025, Indian tennis star Rohan Bopanna announced his retirement after over two decades on tour. His final match was at the Rolex Paris Masters 2025, playing doubles with Alexander Bublik. Bopanna won 26 ATP doubles titles, including 2 Grand Slams, and became the oldest World No. 1 in men’s doubles.
- On 31 October 2025, Dabang Delhi K.C. defeated Puneri Paltan in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 Final. The match was held at the Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium, New Delhi. Delhi won the title with a close score of 31–28, clinching their second PKL championship. This victory made them the first home team since 2015 to lift the trophy in their own city.
- On October 29, 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) handed over 12 Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology (LAToTs) at SAMANVAY 2025 in Bengaluru. These covered eight indigenous defence products like Electronic Warfare (EW) suites, Satellite Communication (SATCOM) systems, and surveillance tech. The agreements went to Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
- On October 30, 2025, Bengaluru-based startup Pravaig Dynamics unveiled VEER, India’s first electric defense vehicle. The all-terrain EV is designed for reconnaissance, troop transport, and covert operations with near-silent mobility. VEER marks a leap in Atmanirbhar Bharat, bringing sustainability and innovation into India’s defense sector.
- On 31 October 2025, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) partnered with General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA‑ASI), USA. The aim is to manufacture Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) in India. This supports the Indian Armed Forces’ plan to acquire 87 advanced drones for surveillance and strike roles.
- On 31st October 2025, Zen Technologies received ₹289 crore orders from the Ministry of Defence. The contracts are for upgrading indigenous Anti‑Drone Systems (ADS). These upgrades are based on operational feedback from frontline deployments. The move boosts India’s defence preparedness and Atmanirbhar Bharat goals.
- On October 30, 2025, the 1st India–Sri Lanka Joint Working Group (JWG) Meeting on Agriculture was held at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi. It was co‑chaired by Dr. Devesh Chaturvedi (India) and D. P. Wickramasinghe (Sri Lanka). The aim was to strengthen cooperation in agriculture, food security, and sustainable farming.
- Haryana Day is celebrated on 1st November every year to mark the state’s formation in 1966, when it was carved out of Punjab. The new state was created to give a separate identity to the Hindi-speaking regions. Chandigarh was made the shared capital of both Punjab and Haryana. The day honours Haryana’s culture, agriculture, sports achievements, and heritage.
- Karnataka Rajyotsava (Karnataka Formation Day) is celebrated on 1st November every year. It marks the creation of the state in 1956, uniting all Kannada-speaking regions under one state. The state was first called Mysore, later renamed Karnataka in 1973. The day honours Karnataka’s language, culture, and heritage with parades, flag hoisting, and cultural events.
- World Vegan Day, celebrated annually on November 1st, highlights the benefits of veganism for animals, the environment, and human health. For 2025, the theme is "Veganism and its positive impact on the planet, animals, and human health". This focus encourages people to explore how plant-based choices can reduce environmental harm, promote animal welfare, and improve personal well-being.
- On November 1, 2025, Raj Kumar Arora, a 1990‑batch IDAS officer, took charge as Financial Advisor (Defence Services). He earlier served as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA). Arora has over three decades of experience in defence finance, audit, budgeting, and acquisitions.
- Prof. Ravindra Korisettar, veteran archaeologist from Dharwad, was honoured with the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award 2025. The award was presented on November 1, 2025, during the 70th Kannada Rajyotsava celebrations in Bengaluru. He is renowned for his pioneering research in prehistoric archaeology and geoarchaeology.
- The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2025 was awarded to 1,466 personnel across States, UTs, CAPFs, and CPOs. The honor, announced on October 31, 2025 (Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary), recognizes excellence in policing and security. Awards were given for outstanding work in special operations, investigation, intelligence, and forensic science.
- On October 30, 2025, Jindal Global Business School (JGBS) and the Goa Institute of Management (GIM) earned the prestigious AACSB International Accreditation. This recognition places them among the top 6% of business schools worldwide and a select few in India. The accreditation reflects excellence in teaching, research, innovation, and societal impact.
Questions:
Q.1 Who received the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award 2025?a) Prof. Ravindra Korisettar
b) Dr. Sudha Murty
c) C.N.R. Rao
d) Girish Karnad
Answer: a) Prof. Ravindra Korisettar, veteran archaeologist from Dharwad, was honoured with the Karnataka Rajyotsava Award 2025.
Q.2 Raj Kumar Arora, appointed Financial Advisor (Defence Services) on November 1, 2025, previously served as:
a) Vice-Chief of Army
b) CGDA (Controller General of Defence Accounts)
c) Defence Secretary
d) Director, Defence Estates
Answer: b) Raj Kumar Arora, a 1990‑batch IDAS officer, took charge as Financial Advisor (Defence Services). He earlier served as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA).
