MTO Current Affairs One Liner: 04 -November-2025

The Government of India launched the ₹1 lakh crore RDI Scheme on 3 November 2025 to accelerate scientific research, innovation, and technology commercialisation, aiming for a knowledge-driven and self-reliant future.
The pilot version of the India-United Kingdom Science and Technology Partnership Dashboard was launched to map and monitor 143 bilateral projects, enhancing collaboration and supporting shared scientific goals.
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is leading the thematic session on Electronics and Semiconductor Manufacturing at the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025, highlighting India’s strides in semiconductor technology.
India is transitioning its renewable energy expansion towards deeper grid integration, storage deployment, and market reforms, supporting sustainable and reliable clean energy growth.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its October 2025 Monetary Policy Committee meeting decided to maintain the repo rate at 5.50%, adopting a neutral stance while revising India’s GDP growth forecast upwards to 6.8% for FY26.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining price stability and controlling inflation using all available policy instruments while supporting economic growth.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued a statement clarifying its ongoing commitment to managing inflation and maintaining financial stability through appropriate macroprudential and monetary tools.

Brookfield Asset Management plans to invest $12 billion in Andhra Pradesh’s renewable energy sector over the next three years, aiming to expand its India portfolio to $100 billion by 2030.
The Government of India has announced the third round of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the specialty steel sector, aiming to enhance competitiveness and boost domestic manufacturing.
Alkem Foundation has partnered with IIT Bombay to establish an advanced research centre dedicated to cutting-edge scientific innovation and technology development.
BEML and Defence Cements India Ltd have signed Memorandums of Understanding worth ₹350 crore to upgrade dredging equipment and capabilities supporting port and waterway infrastructure.

State Bank of India reported a 12.7% year-on-year growth in credit during Q2FY26, led by strong demand in retail and SME lending segments, with a net profit increase of 9.97%.
Goldman Sachs projects that the Indian rupee could strengthen by 1-2% if upcoming US tariff negotiations conclude favourably, improving capital inflows and trade conditions.
India’s manufacturing sector showed robust recovery in October 2025 driven by strong festive season demand and goods and services tax (GST) rate reductions lifting business sentiment.

India has added Gogabeel Lake in Bihar as its 94th Ramsar site, enhancing the country’s position as a leader in wetland conservation globally.
India targets an ambitious increase in crude steel production capacity to 300 million tonnes by 2030, backed by robust domestic demand and infrastructure development.
APEDA facilitated the maiden export of fortified rice kernel from Chhattisgarh to Costa Rica, marking a milestone in India’s value-added agricultural exports.

The UAE and the United States have announced an enhanced partnership to deepen cooperation in artificial intelligence and clean energy sectors, focusing on innovation and sustainable growth.

Indian wrestler Sangram Singh became the first Indian male fighter to win an MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) bout by defeating Pakistan’s Ali Raza Nisar in just 90 seconds at the Gama International Fighting Championship.
India achieved a record haul of 48 medals at the 2025 Asian Youth Games, showcasing its growing strength in youth sports development.

Charles Coste, the French cyclist and the world’s oldest living Olympic gold medallist, passed away at the age of 101, marking the end of a legendary sporting era.