MTO Current Affairs One Liner: 22-October-2025

The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has launched the Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) program to strengthen AI literacy and embed artificial intelligence competencies into India’s education system, advancing the Skill India and Viksit Bharat 2047 visions.
The Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX-25) showcased evolving naval cooperation between India and Japan as INS Sahyadri joined JMSDF vessels for advanced drills in the Indo-Pacific region.
At the 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD XVI) in Geneva, Union Minister Piyush Goyal presented India’s growth story and emphasized the nation’s commitment to sustainable development, trade inclusivity, and global partnership.
Recent GST rate cuts from 12% to 5% on diverse products and services support Ladakh’s artisans, farmers, and small enterprises, promoting economic growth, cultural preservation, and sustainable development.
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in the Territorial Army upon star javelin thrower and two-time Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra in October 2025.

India’s luxury goods market is projected to grow 10% in 2025, reaching $12.1 billion, driven by increasing affluent consumers, urbanisation, and a shift toward experiential luxury.
India’s participation in the global aerospace supply chain has expanded markedly, growing from $250 million to a projected $2 billion in aerospace sourcing by 2030.
India adds 15-25 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity annually, ranking among the top countries worldwide in renewable power expansion.

Corporate profits climbed to ₹7.1 trillion in FY25 from ₹2.5 trillion in FY21, driven by post-pandemic pent-up demand, effective cost management, and a rebound in sales, with large companies leading profitability gains.
NRI deposit inflows moderated to $4.7 billion in April-July 2025 from $5.8 billion in the same period last year, mainly due to reduced inflows into Foreign Currency Non-Resident (FCNR) deposits.
India’s private sector is investing more in artificial intelligence than Japan, France, and Germany, emerging as a major global AI hub.
RBI proposes relaxing norms so commercial banks may not need prior approval to float subsidiaries, aiming to enhance operational flexibility and competitiveness.
India’s outward remittances through Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) declined in August 2025, chiefly due to decreased spending on travel and education abroad.

IIT Madras and Coal India have signed an MoU to establish a Centre for Sustainable Energy focused on accelerating India’s transition to low-carbon energy through research, innovation, and capacity-building.
India is shifting focus from renewable energy capacity expansion to enhancing grid integration and absorption for effective clean energy utilisation and system stability.

On 15 October 2025, Uruguay became the first predominantly Catholic Latin American country to legalise euthanasia through legislation, marking a historic bioethical milestone.
The US and Australia have signed a joint agreement to boost mining and processing of rare earth elements and critical minerals, aiming to reduce dependency on China’s near-monopoly in the sector.

As the 2025 Formula 1 season nears conclusion, Max Verstappen leads a close championship battle with only three races remaining.
Indian shooter Zoravar Singh Sandhu clinched the bronze medal in the Men’s Trap event at the 2025 ISSF World Championship, marking a significant achievement for Indian shooting sports.

Renowned Bollywood actor and comedian Govardhan Asrani passed away at the age of 84, leaving behind a legacy of memorable roles in Indian cinema.

India has climbed to the 9th position globally in total forest area, maintaining its 3rd rank for annual forest area gain, as per the Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) Global Forest Resources Assessment 2025.