MTO Current Affairs One Liner: 01-October-2025

The Union Cabinet has approved a six-year Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses from 2025-26 to 2030-31 to boost pulse production, reduce imports, and enhance farmer incomes with an investment of Rs 11,440 crore.
The Union Cabinet approved continuation of the Biomedical Research Career Programme Phase III from 2025-26 to 2030-31, with an outlay of Rs 1500 crore, promoting scientific excellence and innovation in India.
The Union Cabinet approved Phase III of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana for expanding LPG connections, aiming to add 10 crore new beneficiaries by 2030-31 with enhanced financial support.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.50% with a neutral stance and revised India’s GDP growth forecast upward to 6.8% for FY26, reflecting a cautiously optimistic economic outlook.
Recent GST rate reductions provide relief and growth opportunities for Himachal Pradesh’s artisans, farmers, and industries, enhancing competitiveness and socio-economic welfare.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas across India with an estimated outlay of Rs. 5862.55 crore to cater to the educational needs of Central Government employees’ wards.

Airtel Business has partnered with Swift Navigation to launch Airtel-Skylark, India’s first AI and machine-learning powered cloud-based location service, offering centimetre-level accuracy, 100 times better than standard Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS).
Citi India welcomed the launch of Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme 2.0 for textiles, terming the extended and enhanced scheme crucial for India’s textile and apparel sector growth.
The Union Cabinet has approved a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners effective from July 1, 2025.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed key reforms including a risk-based deposit insurance premium, Expected Credit Loss provisioning, revised Basel III norms, and relaxed regulations on bank investments to boost banking stability and competitiveness.
Loan sanctions from Indian banks surged 86% to Rs 33,148 crore in the first half of FY 2025-26, while the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency’s (IREDA) disbursements rose 54%, reflecting robust credit growth and green finance momentum.
India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection for September 2025 reached Rs 1.89 trillion, marking a steady increase supported by recent tax reforms and improved compliance.
India’s manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) declined to 57.7 in September 2025, marking a four-month low but remaining in expansion territory amid global uncertainties.

The Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC) has secured nearly ₹34,000 crore in investments to boost indigenous aerospace and military-ware manufacturing as part of the Make in India initiative.
India’s first Dugong Reserve in Palk Bay, Tamil Nadu, has been globally recognised at the IUCN World Conservation Congress for its unique marine biodiversity and conservation efforts.

Kerala’s Infopark in Kochi has initiated the third phase of development by launching a world-class Integrated AI Township, targeting ₹25,000 crore investment and creating 200,000 direct and 400,000 indirect jobs.
Chhattisgarh’s Balod district has become India’s first child marriage-free district, showcasing effective implementation of laws and community awareness efforts.
The Maharashtra Cabinet has approved the state’s first-ever Cancer Care Policy to enhance prevention, early detection, treatment, and palliative care for cancer patients.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote the foreword for Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s memoir, “My Roots, My Principles,” appreciating her beliefs as mirroring India’s values of patriotism, democracy, and pluralism.
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz defeated Taylor Fritz in straight sets to win the Japan Open 2025, enhancing his status as one of the top tennis players globally.
Gandikota, Andhra Pradesh, was honoured with the Most Promising New Destination Award at the Bharat Loktantra Tourism Meet (BLTM) 2025 for its unique heritage and tourism potential.
Mukesh Ambani and family have reclaimed the title of India’s richest with a net worth of ₹9.55 trillion, surpassing Gautam Adani’s ₹8.15 trillion, as per the M3M Hurun India Rich List 2025.
Scientists at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, have developed an innovative electrochemical system to convert seawater into potable water using renewable energy sources.

The International Day of Older Persons, observed annually on October 1, 2025, focuses on recognizing and promoting the rights and well-being of the elderly worldwide.

The government of India appointed Shirish Chandra Murmu as deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of India for a three-year term effective October 9, 2025, succeeding Rajeshwar Rao.
Dr. Kanad Das has been appointed as the 13th Director of the Botanical Survey of India (BSI), becoming the first mycologist to head the premier plant research institute in the country.