MTO Current Affairs One Liner: 16-October-2025

The National Consumer Helpline facilitates grievance redressal for consumers, leveraging digital platforms and integrating Next-Gen GST reforms for efficient complaint handling across sectors.
PM Narendra Modi launched projects worth Rs 13,430 crore across sectors such as infrastructure, energy, defence manufacturing, and technology in Andhra Pradesh, bolstering growth and connectivity.
MoHUA approved sanctions for 1.41 lakh new houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0, totaling over 10 lakh houses sanctioned nationwide, progressing towards ‘Housing for All’.
NMDC Steel Limited became the first Indian company to receive the BIS license for Hot Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet, and Plates meeting IS 18384:2023 standards for pipeline transportatio

Blue Energy Motors Ltd signed an agreement with the Maharashtra government to establish a ₹3,500 crore manufacturing facility for 30,000 electric and LNG-powered heavy trucks, with operations slated to begin in FY26.
India’s retail Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) market is projected to grow to Rs 60,000 – Rs 80,000 crore by 2030, driven by expanding organised retail and evolving consumer trends.
Kaynes Technology, an electronics manufacturing service provider, joined the India Semiconductor Mission to advance local semiconductor production and innovation.
Hitachi Energy plans to expand its Global Innovation Centre in Chennai to enhance its research and development capabilities in sustainable energy technologies.
The Union Government released ₹3,700 crore under the PM FME Scheme, having trained over 1 lakh micro food processing entrepreneurs to boost formalisation and growth in the sector.

India’s merchandise trade deficit widened to a 13-month high of $32.15 billion in September 2025, driven by a 107% jump in gold imports and a 12% decline in exports to the US following the full implementation of 50% US tariffs.
Paytm One97 has streamlined its corporate structure to unify merchant payments and enhance operational efficiency amid growing digital transactions.
The Indian government is contemplating a new classification code dedicated to the fintech industry to better track its growth and regulatory oversight.
Jio Payments Bank secured a contract to develop and implement India’s next-generation highway electronic toll collection and payment system.

IIT Delhi and the Indian Navy signed an MoU to collaborate on improving the Quality of Life (QoL) onboard naval ships through crew-centric design interventions, focusing on ergonomics, safety, and habitability.
The Tamil Nadu government tabled its first supplementary budget estimates for the financial year 2025-26 to accommodate unanticipated expenditures and ongoing development schemes.
Hindustan Shipyard Limited was awarded Mini Ratna status, recognizing its financial performance and operational autonomy to support increased industrial growth and innovation.
India has been elected unopposed to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the seventh time, securing a three-year term starting in 2026, underscoring its commitment to global human rights.

Lionel Messi surpassed Neymar to become the player with the highest number of assists in men’s international football, providing two assists in Argentina’s 6-0 win over Puerto Rico and reaching 60 international assists.

World Anaesthesia Day is observed annually to raise awareness about anaesthesia’s vital role in ensuring safe, pain-free surgical procedures and advancing perioperative care globally. – Oct 16, 2025

The Tata Trusts have recommended a historic third executive term for N. Chandrasekaran as Chairman of Tata Sons, marking the first time a Tata executive may extend beyond the traditional retirement age of 65.

Goa’s Agriculture Minister and two-time former Chief Minister Ravi Naik died at the age of 79 following a cardiac arrest, with the state mourning his significant contributions to Goan politics.