Current Affairs for Indian Government Job Exams: October 10, 2025

This report provides a comprehensive and elaborate overview of the key national and international current affairs relevant for Indian government job examinations on October 10, 2025. It includes detailed facts, background information, and associated personalities for each news item.

National Affairs

India Upgrades Technical Mission in Kabul to Embassy Status; Hosts Taliban Foreign Minister

India announced the upgrade of its 'Technical Mission' in Kabul to an embassy and hosted Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi, the Taliban administration's Foreign Minister, in New Delhi. This marks the first time a Taliban leader has been officially hosted by India since the Taliban took control in August 2021.

  • Background: India withdrew its diplomatic presence after the Taliban seized power. Muttaqi's visit followed an exemption from a UN travel ban.
  • Meeting Details: Discussions covered India's commitment to Afghanistan's sovereignty, concerns over Afghan refugee repatriation from Pakistan, and "cross-border terrorism".
  • India's Humanitarian Aid: India pledged support for health projects, donated ambulances, and offered assistance for housing reconstruction.
  • Symbolic Significance: The visit and mission upgrade are seen as a potential shift towards informal recognition of the Taliban regime by India.

India Launches National Red List Assessment for Flora and Fauna

India has begun a National Red List Assessment to evaluate the extinction risk of around 11,000 species by 2030. This project aims to support evidence-based conservation planning by providing data on species vulnerability. It complements the IUCN's efforts, which recently classified the gharial as "Critically Depleted".

RBI Lifts Ceiling on Loans Against Corporate Debt

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has removed the ₹20 lakh limit on loans against listed corporate debt securities. This measure is intended to boost the corporate bond market and improve liquidity and credit access for investors. The RBI, established in 1935, is India's central bank and regulates the financial sector.

PM Modi Inaugurates Navi Mumbai International Airport

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the Navi Mumbai International Airport. This new airport is expected to improve connectivity in western India and relieve pressure on Mumbai's existing airport.

93rd Indian Air Force Day Celebrated

India observed its 93rd Air Force Day on October 8 with nationwide parades and air shows. The day honored the service and bravery of Air Force personnel.

Haryana IAS Officers' Association Calls for Inquiry into IPS Officer's Death

The Haryana IAS Officers' Association called for a transparent investigation into the death of senior IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar, based on allegations made by his wife, Amneet P. Kumar.

Floods Affect Parts of India and Nepal

Heavy rains caused floods and landslides in parts of India, including Darjeeling, and Nepal, resulting in over 70 fatalities and displacement. Relief operations are underway.

NITI Aayog Launches AI Roadmap for Informal Workers

NITI Aayog released an AI roadmap aimed at empowering India's 490 million informal workers. NITI Aayog, the government's policy think tank established in 2015, focuses on technology for development. India's informal workforce accounts for about 85% of the labor force and contributes significantly to the GDP, though many lack social security benefits.

Appointments in Indian Bureaucracy and Organizations

  • Abhishek Kumar: (IFoS: 2013: GJ) repatriated to his parent cadre from the Ministry of Cooperation.
  • Shirish Chandra Murmu: Appointed as Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India.

International Affairs

US Appoints Sergio Gor as Ambassador to India

The United States appointed Sergio Gor as its new Ambassador to India. Gor's appointment, confirmed by the US Senate, has drawn attention due to his prior public announcement and an additional role as special envoy for South and Central Asia. Gor, who migrated to the US from Uzbekistan, is expected to assume his role formally in January 2026.

India and UK Launch Connectivity & Innovation Centre

India and the UK announced the establishment of the India-UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre to boost cooperation in digital technologies and telecommunications.

India and Australia Expand Defence Ties

India and Australia signed three agreements to strengthen their defense collaboration during the inaugural India-Australia Defence Industry Roundtable in Sydney.

India-UK Defence Deal Signed in Mumbai

India and the UK signed defense and other agreements during UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit. India will acquire Lightweight Multi-Role Missiles (LMMs) from Thales UK and collaborate on developing naval engines with Rolls-Royce MT30 gas turbines. Indian companies also pledged significant investments in the UK, and British universities were approved to open campuses in India.

Important Days

World Mental Health Day: October 10, 2025

World Mental Health Day was observed on October 10 with the theme "Access to Services – Mental Health in Disasters and Emergencies". Organized by the World Federation of Mental Health and supported by the WHO, the day promotes mental well-being. India's Union Health Minister launched an enhanced Tele MANAS App on this day.

Sports

ICC Women's World Cup

India experienced its first defeat in the tournament against South Africa in Visakhapatnam.

BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships

India's badminton team secured a historic mixed-team medal by defeating Korea in the quarter-finals in Guwahati.

Cricket

  • India won the toss and chose to bat first against the West Indies in their second test match in New Delhi.