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08/11/2025

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Once and for all
the idea of glorious victories
won by the glorious army
must be wiped out
Neither side is glorious
On either side they're just frightened men messing their pants
and they all want the same thing
Not to lie under the earth
but to walk upon it
without crutches-
*Peter Weiss ( 8 November 1916- 1982), German- Swedish nationality, Avant- garde movement, Novel- The Aesthetics of Resistance;*

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Alexander Ghanashyam;

Peter Weiss ( birthday)

💯Top 10 UPSC current affairs for 8 November 2025:

1. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is commemorating 150 years of "Vande Mataram" with nationwide recitations.
2. Torkham Border, recently in the news, forms the boundary between Afghanistan and Pakistan.
3. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off four new Vande Bharat Express trains from Varanasi on 8 November 2025.
4. CREA (Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air) reported worsening air quality across Indian cities in October 2025.
5. The theme of the 18th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2025 is "Urban Development and Mobility Nexus."
6. India-Romania Business Forum 2025 was held in Brașov, Romania.
7. The Northeast Science & Technology Cluster was launched at IIT Guwahati.
8. The Vaishvik Bhartiya Vaigyanik (VAIBHAV) Fellowship is an initiative of the Ministry of Science and Technology.
9. NITI Aayog's CEO BVR Subrahmanyam announced that India and the US are likely to finalize a new trade agreement by the end of November 2025.
10. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Bhutan to inaugurate key hydropower projects and review ongoing railway schemes, strengthening India's partnership with Bhutan.

💯Reading materials-

https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/justice-in-food-on-eat-lancet-commission-report/article70248318.ece

https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/the-legacy-of-our-national-song-1503508604.html

https://www.telegraphindia.com/opinion/what-bihar-wants-the-state-should-choose-its-future-today-prnt/cid/2131465

01/11/2025

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*The progress of the intellect is to the clearer vision of causes, which neglects surface differences. To the poet, to the philosopher, to the saint, all things are friendly and sacred, all events profitable, all days holy, all men divine. ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson( 1803-1882), Essayist, Philosopher, Transcendentalist Movement;*

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Top 10 current affairs for 1 November 2025 based on recent sources:

1. Overview of 8th International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly held from October 27 to 30, 2025, in New Delhi.
2. DRDO handed over 12 Light Armoured Tracked Vehicles (LAToTs) to industry partners during SAMANVAY 2025.
3. India-Sri Lanka 1st Joint Working Group (JWG) Meeting on Agriculture held in New Delhi.
4. Toshiba delivered India’s first 220kV Mobile Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) system to POWERGRID.
5. India’s installed power capacity surpassed 500 GW, with renewable energy exceeding 50% of demand.
6. Dictionary.com selected "67" as the Word of the Year 2025.
7. Reliance collaborated with Google to build India's AI infrastructure and widen AI access.
8. JGBS (Jagdeep Government Business School) and GIM (Goa Institute of Management) received AACSB International accreditation.
9. Global Finance named State Bank of India (SBI) the "World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025" and "Best Bank in India 2025."
10. Justice Surya Kant was appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India and is set to take oath on November 24, 2025.

💯Readings-
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/consent-is-all-on-sexual-violence-support-for-survivors/article70226300.ece

https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/costly-dream-1503506012.html

https://www.telegraphindia.com/opinion/enemies-of-a-fragile-peace-neither-hamas-nor-israel-is-dreaming-of-permanent-peace-settlement-prnt/cid/2130667

25/10/2025

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*Few men during their lifetime come anywhere near exhausting the resources dwelling within them. There are deep wells of strength that are never used.-Richard E. Byrd (born 25 October 1888-1957),Pioneering Aviator, Polar Explorer;*

💯 Here are the top current affairs for UPSC (25 October 2025):

1. International Events
- *47th ASEAN Summit*: To be held in *Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia*.
- *Morocco wins U-20 FIFA World Cup*: Defeated Argentina 2-0 in Chile.
- *Tuvalu joins IUCN*: Became the 90th member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

2. India Highlights
- *Snow Leopard Census*: India recorded *718 snow leopards* in the Himalayas; " " conservation campaign launched.
- *INS Sahyadri*: Participated in *Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX-25)*.
- *Forest Ranking*: India ranks *9th globally* in total forest area (FAO Report).
- *Indian-origin historian Sunil Amrith*: Won the *2025 British Academy Book Prize* for _"The Burning Earth"_.

3. Government Initiatives
- *Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025*: Launched to simplify armed forces’ revenue procurement (effective Nov 1, 2025).
- *EPFO Withdrawal Rules*: Minimum *25% balance required*; categories reduced to 3 (essential, housing, special).
- *AI Regulation*: Draft rules mandate *labelling AI-generated content* to curb deepfakes.
- *Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR)*: Program launched to integrate AI education in schools.

4. Environment & Science
- *Global Forest Assessment (GFRA 2025)*: India is *3rd in annual forest gain*.
- *Critical Minerals Mission*: India boosts self-reliance in lithium, rare earths.
- *Sanjay Gandhi National Park*: Bombay HC forms committee to protect it from encroachment.

5. Economy & Agriculture
- *Soyabean prices fall*: Despite lower production, global oversupply and weak demand.
- *Cereal glut*: Wheat (320.3 LT) and rice stocks *4.4x above buffer norms*.
💯 Readings-
1. The Hindu- Freedom World;
2. The Statesman- India's EVs;
3. The Telegraph- A New Perspective;

25/10/2025

💯 Quote-
*Few men during their lifetime come anywhere near exhausting the resources dwelling within them. There are deep wells of strength that are never used.-Richard E. Byrd (born 25 October 1888-1957),Pioneering Aviator, Polar Explorer;*

💯 Here are the top current affairs for UPSC (25 October 2025):

1. International Events
- *47th ASEAN Summit*: To be held in *Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia*.
- *Morocco wins U-20 FIFA World Cup*: Defeated Argentina 2-0 in Chile.
- *Tuvalu joins IUCN*: Became the 90th member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature.

2. India Highlights
- *Snow Leopard Census*: India recorded *718 snow leopards* in the Himalayas; " " conservation campaign launched.
- *INS Sahyadri*: Participated in *Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX-25)*.
- *Forest Ranking*: India ranks *9th globally* in total forest area (FAO Report).
- *Indian-origin historian Sunil Amrith*: Won the *2025 British Academy Book Prize* for _"The Burning Earth"_.

3. Government Initiatives
- *Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025*: Launched to simplify armed forces’ revenue procurement (effective Nov 1, 2025).
- *EPFO Withdrawal Rules*: Minimum *25% balance required*; categories reduced to 3 (essential, housing, special).
- *AI Regulation*: Draft rules mandate *labelling AI-generated content* to curb deepfakes.
- *Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR)*: Program launched to integrate AI education in schools.

4. Environment & Science
- *Global Forest Assessment (GFRA 2025)*: India is *3rd in annual forest gain*.
- *Critical Minerals Mission*: India boosts self-reliance in lithium, rare earths.
- *Sanjay Gandhi National Park*: Bombay HC forms committee to protect it from encroachment.

5. Economy & Agriculture
- *Soyabean prices fall*: Despite lower production, global oversupply and weak demand.
- *Cereal glut*: Wheat (320.3 LT) and rice stocks *4.4x above buffer norms*.
💯 Readings-
1. The Hindu- Freedom World;
2. The Statesman- India's EVs;
3. The Telegraph- A New Perspective;

Links in the comment

19/10/2025

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*Alexander Ghanashyam Baby of the year 2025 now in group final round*

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*Success ultimately rests on small things, lots of small things. Leaders have to have a feel for small things — a feel for what is going in in the depths of an organization where small things reside.-Colin Powell, Retired General and Joint Chief of Staff,First African- American Secretary of State;*

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Here are the *top current affairs for UPSC (19 October 2025)*:
1. Gujarat Cabinet Expansion
- *Chief Minister*: Bhupendra Patel expanded the cabinet to *26 ministers* (19 new, 6 retained).
- *Notable Inductees*: Harsh Sanghvi (5th Deputy CM), Rivaba Jadeja (MLA, Jamnagar).
- *Governor*: Acharya Devvrat administered the oath.

2. India-EU Counterterrorism Training
- *Location*: NSG, Manesar (Haryana).
- *Focus*: Countering drone threats to critical infrastructure.
- *Outcome*: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for drone operations.

3. State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI)
- *Launched by*: Ministry of Mines.
- *Aim*: Promote mining reforms.
- *Top States*: MP (Category A), Goa (B), Punjab (C).
- *Incentive*: ₹100 crore to top performers.

4. Mercer Global Pension Index 2025
- *India’s Rank*: 52nd (Grade D, score: 43.8).
- *Top Country*: Netherlands (85.4).

5. IAF Ranks 3rd Globally
- *Source*: WDMMA 2025.
- *Ranking*: Surpassed China; behind USA, Russia.

6. International Day for Poverty Eradication (Oct 17)
- *2025 Theme*: “Ending social and institutional maltreatment.”
- *UN-recognized*: Since 1993.

7. Food Safety Update
- *FSSAI*: Banned “ORS” label on non-WHO-compliant products.

8. Jharkhand SAAF Championships
- *Event*: South Asian Athletics (Oct 24–26, Ranchi).

9. India’s U-17 Women’s Football
- *Achieved*: Qualified for AFC Asian Cup 2026.

10. Global Climate Concerns
- *COP30 (Brazil, Nov 2025)*: Push for $1 trillion climate finance.

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💯Readings-

1. The Hindu- India and Foreign Policy;
2. The Statesman- Crumbling Pillar ( Media);
3. The Telegraph- Look East 1.0
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/claim-counterclaim-on-india-and-foreign-policy/article70175673.ece

https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/crumbling-pillar-1503500618.html

https://www.telegraphindia.com/opinion/look-east-1-0-invoking-the-greater-india-of-scholarship-prnt/cid/2128154

18/10/2025

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*The past is to be respected and acknowledged, but not to be worshipped. It is our future in which we will find our greatness.-Pierre Trudeau, (October 18, 1919- 2000) 15th Prime Minister of Canada;*

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Here are the top UPSC current affairs for *October 18, 2025*:

International News
- *India-Mongolia Relations*: Mongolian President Uknaagiin Khurelsukh’s visit to India (Oct 13–16, 2025) strengthened ties, with Mongolia joining the *International Solar Alliance (ISA)* and signing MoUs on heritage, mining, and digital cooperation.
- *UN-GGIM Asia-Pacific*: India elected *co-chair* of the committee for 2025–2028, boosting regional geospatial leadership.
- *2030 Commonwealth Games*: India to host the event in *Ahmedabad, Gujarat*, marking its second time after 2010.
- *391 Million Hectares of Tropical Forests at Risk*: UNEP report urges urgent protection to maximize climate benefits.

National News
- *PM Modi’s Andhra Visit*: Inaugurated *Srikakulam-Angul gas pipeline* (₹1,730 crore) and *Advanced Night Vision Factory* in Krishna.
- *GST Reforms Debate*: States demand inclusion of *cesses/surcharges* in the divisible tax pool to restore fiscal autonomy.
- *Cybercrime Surge*: Karnataka leads India’s online fraud cases (70% in 2023); low conviction rates persist.
- *Tractor GST Cut*: Reduced to *5%* to boost farm mechanization and exports (India exported $1.15 billion in 2024–25).

Economy
- *LIC Launches Plans*: *Jan Suraksha (880)* for low-income groups and *Bima Lakshmi (881)* for women.
- *Lxmepay (UPI for Women)*: India’s first women-centric digital payment app.
- *Getepay & ESAF SFB Partnership*: Deployed *Vega payment switch* to enhance digital infrastructure.

Science & Tech
- *ISRO’s Gaganyaan*: Successfully tested the *Crew Escape System (CES)* for astronaut safety.
- *Microplastics in Goan Fish*: CSIR study warns of health risks in coastal ecosystems.

Awards & Appointments
- *Ritu Arora (Allianz India Head)*: Oversees operations and growth strategy.
- *Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana (UN-GGIM Co-Chair)*: India’s representative for 3 years.

Defense
- *INDRA 2025 (India-Russia)*: Joint military exercise in Rajasthan.
- *AUSTRAHIND 2025 (India-Australia)*: Focuses on sub-conventional warfare in Perth.
- *MoD Contract*: ₹659.47 crore for *Advanced Night Sight* systems for SIG716 rifles.

💯Readings-

1. The Hindu- Blatant Aggression;
2. The Statesman- AI Heartland;
3. The Telegraph- EPF Rules Change;

https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/blatant-aggression-on-the-trump-administration-and-its-venezuela-actions/article70174882.ece

https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/ai-heartland-1503500163.html

https://www.telegraphindia.com/opinion/lenient-mobve-editorial-on-epf-rule-change-allowing-easier-access-to-liquid-funds-prnt/cid/2128157

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15/10/2025

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*The best way to win was to not need to win. The best performances are accomplished when you are relaxed and free of doubt.-Abdul Kalam( 15 October 1931- 2015) ex- President of India(2002-2007), Bharat Ratna 1997;*
2. *Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music.- Frederich Nietzsche-(15 October 1844- 1900) German Philosopher;*
💯Top UPSC current affairs for October 15, 2025:
- *National News*
- *Sardar@150 – Ekta March*: The campaign was launched in Punjab to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
- *India-UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre (CIC)*: Launched at the India Mobile Congress 2025 to promote digital inclusion and innovation.
- *PM GatiShakti*: Union Minister Piyush Goyal launched transformative initiatives to mark the 4th anniversary of PM GatiShakti National Master Plan.
- *International News*
- *India-Australia Joint Military Exercise*: The fourth edition of the exercise, 'AUSTRAHIND 2025', commenced in Australia to enhance interoperability and defence cooperation between the Indian Army and the Australian Army.
- *Taiwan's T-Dome Air Defence System*: Taiwan announced the development of the T-Dome air defence system to strengthen its security.
- *Economic News*
- *Retail Inflation*: India's retail inflation eased to a 99-month low of 1.54% in September 2025.
- *India's Blue Economy*: NITI Aayog released a report on "India's Blue Economy: Strategy for Harnessing Deep-Sea and Offshore Fisheries".
- *Science and Technology*
- *India's First Wearables Payment Ecosystem*: Muse Wearables and NPCI launched India's first wearables payment ecosystem, enabling contactless payments with tokenisation at the hardware chip level.
- *TechBharat and Google Cloud India*: Launched India's first AI CoE for Public Good to promote AI innovation and development.

💯💯Readings-
1. The Hindu- Inflation Lessons;
2. The Statesman-Pressure by Design;;
3. The Telegraph- Green and Gold Leaves;

https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/inflation-lessons-on-the-inflation-data-and-the-rbi/article70163069.ece

https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/pressure-by-design-2-1503498785.html

https://www.telegraphindia.com/opinion/green-and-gold-leaves-for-the-tribals-of-junglemahal-kendu-leaf-collection-is-a-way-of-life-prnt/cid/2127660

12/10/2025

12/10/2025

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1. *Told President Trump ...how grateful the Venezuelan people are for what he's doing, not only in the Americas, but around the world for peace, for freedom, for democracy".- Maria Corina Machado, Nobel Peace Prize 2025;*
2. *So many of our dreams at first seem impossible, then they seem improbable, and then, when we summon the will, they soon become inevitable. ~ Christopher Reeve, Superman series*
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Here are the top current affairs for October 12, 2025-
- *India's Kabul Mission Upgrade*: India has upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy, marking a significant diplomatic shift towards re-engagement with Taliban-led Afghanistan.
- *Green Hydrogen Hubs*: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has recognized three major Indian ports - Deendayal (Gujarat), V.O. Chidambaranar (Tamil Nadu), and Paradip (Odisha) - as Green Hydrogen Hubs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
- *Demographic Mission*: The Indian government has announced a high-powered Demographic Mission to counter illegal infiltration and address emerging demographic challenges, aiming to shape India as a secure, equitable, and demographically resilient nation.
- *Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project*: The Union Environment Ministry's Expert Appraisal Committee has granted a fresh environmental clearance to the Sawalkote Hydroelectric Project on the Chenab River, marking India's first major hydropower project on the Indus rivers after suspending the Indus Waters Treaty.
- *GHG Emission Intensity Target Rules*: The Centre has notified the first legally binding Greenhouse Gas Emission Intensity (GEI) Target Rules, 2025, for four high-emission sectors - aluminium, cement, chlor-alkali, and pulp and paper.
- *Digital Exams*: The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) is promoting digital examinations as a sustainable alternative to traditional paper-based tests, aligning with the goals of Digital India and NEP 2020.
- *Microfinance Loan Defaults*: Microfinance loan defaults in India have risen sharply in FY 2024-25, with the proportion of loans overdue by more than 30 days increasing to 6.2% from 2.1% in FY24.
- *Nobel Peace Prize*: Maria Corina Machado, known as the 'Iron Lady of Venezuela', has won the Nobel Peace Prize.

💯Readings-

1. The Hindu- Crime Patterns;
2. The Statesman- The Talent Hunt;
3. The Telegraph- Translation Revitalised

https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/crime-patterns-on-the-national-crime-records-bureaus-report-for-2023/article70148719.ece

https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/the-talent-hunt-1503497702.html

https://www.telegraphindia.com/opinion/translation-revitalised-indians-must-lead-the-world-in-translation-theory-and-practice-prnt/cid/2127227

30/09/2025

HAPPY DURGAPUJA! HAPPY MAHA ASHTAMI!

💯Quote-
*You were born with wings. Why prefer to crawl through life?-Jalal al-Din Muhammad Rumi (born 30 September 1207), Sufi Mystique;*
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Top Current Affairs as on September 30, 2025
National News
- *4th Kautilya Economic Summit*: The summit will be organized in New Delhi, focusing on economic development and growth.
- *World Para Athletics Championships 2025*: The championships began in New Delhi, showcasing para-athletes' skills and talents.
- *India's Forest Cover*: India's forest cover rose by 17,444.61 sq. km, as per the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation's report.
- *PM Narendra Modi's Projects Inauguration*: PM Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated multiple development projects worth over ₹60,000 crores in Jharsuguda, Odisha.

International News
- *UNESCO's International Day for Universal Access to Information*: The day was observed on September 28, 2025, highlighting the importance of access to information.
- *Moldova's Parliamentary Elections*: Moldova's pro-EU ruling party, the PAS, won the parliamentary elections.
- *Denmark's Drone Flight Ban*: Denmark banned civilian drone flights ahead of the EU summit in Copenhagen.

Economy and Business
- *RBI Deputy Governor Appointment*: Shirish Chandhra Murmu was appointed as the Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India for a three-year term.
- *BSNL's Swadeshi 4G Network*: PM Narendra Modi inaugurated BSNL's indigenous 4G network in Odisha, marking a significant milestone in India's telecom sector.
- *EV Charging Stations*: The government issued guidelines for setting up 72,300 public EV charging stations across India with ₹2,000 crore support under the PM E-DRIVE scheme.

Sports
- *Asia Cup 2025*: India won the Asia Cup for a record-extending ninth time, defeating Pakistan in the final.
- *SAFF U-17 Men's Football Championship*: India won the championship for the seventh time, defeating Bangladesh in the penalty shootout.
- *ISSF Junior World Cup*: Anushka Thokur won her second gold medal at the ISSF Junior World Cup.

💯Readings-
1. The Hindu- Bitter Victory;
2. The Statesman- Fractured Heights;
3. The Telegraph- Tasks Ahead;
https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/editorial/bitter-victory-on-the-asia-cup-2025-final/article70108228.ece

https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/fractured-heights-1503492905.html

https://www.telegraphindia.com/opinion/tasks-ahead-some-thoughts-on-celebrating-durga-puja-better-prnt/cid/2125464

02/09/2025

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*How do you recognize what's your true dream and what is the dream that you are dreaming for other people to love you? … The difference is very easy to understand. If you enjoy the process, it's your dream. … If you are enduring the process, just desperate for the result, it's somebody else's dream.-Salma Hayek,Actresss( 2 September 1966-)*
💯Readings-
1. The Hindu- The Rise and Risks of Health Insurance;
2. The Statesman- US Federal Rates;
3. The Telegraph- New Template;

https://epaper.thehindu.com/ccidist-ws/th/th_international/issues/146448/OPS/GKDERFPEM.1.png?cropFromPage=true

https://www.thestatesman.com/opinion/who-calls-the-shots-on-us-federal-rates-1503479732.html

https://www.telegraphindia.com/opinion/new-template-editorial-on-pm-modis-meeting-with-president-xi-jinping-in-china-prnt/cid/2120687