Current Affairs - 5 October 2025

National Affairs

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced initiatives worth over ₹62,000 crore covering infrastructure, energy, and social welfare, enhancing development across multiple states.
  • Rajasthan inaugurated its first 'Namo Biodiversity Park' in Alwar to promote conservation of native flora and fauna and environmental awareness.
  • Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched 'Mhaje Ghar Yojana' in Goa, aiming to provide affordable housing along with several development projects worth ₹2,452 crore.
  • The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) constructed the world’s highest motorable road at Mig La Pass in eastern Ladakh, facilitating strategic connectivity.
  • Indian Navy commissioned INS Androth, a highly capable Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) stealth corvette, enhancing maritime security.
  • Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Akshar was commissioned at Karaikal, strengthening coastal defense operations.
  • The India-UK naval exercise KONKAN-2025 started off the western coast of India, focusing on bilateral maritime cooperation and interoperability.
  • The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs hosted the second National Conference and Exhibition on Corporate Social Responsibility (NCCSR) to promote ethical business practices.
  • India launched its first cooperative-run project for Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) and potash granule production, promoting sustainable energy and agriculture.

Economy & Banking

  • Zomato partnered with HDFC Pension Management Company to launch an NPS model tailored for delivery partners.
  • Goodluck India signed a MoU with BATL and Axiscades for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program, supporting indigenous defense manufacturing.

Environment & Wildlife

  • World Animal Day 2025 was observed on 4 October to raise awareness about animal rights and welfare.
  • National Wildlife Week 2025 was observed from 2 to 8 October, highlighting the need for conservation of India's biodiversity.
  • World Space Week 2025 was observed from 4 to 10 October, celebrating space science and technology achievements.