MTO Current Affairs One Liner: 30-October-2025

The Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSE&L) has committed to integrating Artificial Intelligence and Computational Thinking into the school curriculum starting from Class 3 as part of the National Curriculum Framework for School Education 2023.
NHAI reduced the cost of toll collection at publicly funded toll plazas by Rs. 2,062 crore in FY 2024-25 through improved contract management and operational efficiencies.
The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Persolkelly India Pvt. Ltd. to enhance employment opportunities for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Backward Classes (BC) through verified candidate databases and professional HR support.
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) initiative to engage rural youth, especially from JNVs and EMRSs, in participatory democratic processes and community governance, fostering democratic values and leadership skills.

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has waived the environmental clearance requirement for pilot underground coal gasification (UCG) projects to promote faster deployment of this technology as part of India’s clean energy transition.
India’s gold investment demand crossed $10 billion in the third quarter of 2025, driven by safe-haven buying amid economic uncertainties and sustained consumer interest.
Inox Solar signed an agreement with Longi to procure 5 GW of solar modules, strengthening its capacity to support India’s renewable energy expansion

The Reserve Bank of India has proposed draft guidelines requiring banks to credit inward cross-border remittances on the same business day if received during forex market hours, aiming to reduce delays and enhance transparency in remittances.
The Reserve Bank of India successfully repatriated additional gold reserves from foreign vaults, amid Western sanctions freezing Russia’s assets, strengthening India’s gold reserves and economic security.
India’s CPPIBS system has accelerated payments, now processing over $21 billion daily, reflecting rapid digitisation and robust financial infrastructure.
A fintech body has alerted the government about UPI payment volume concentration, where two app providers dominate 80 per cent of transaction volumes, raising concerns over market competition and innovation.
Paytm has introduced a feature allowing Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to make UPI payments using their international mobile phone numbers, enhancing digital payment accessibility abroad.

Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala will be India’s first ship-to-ship LNG bunkering facility, supporting cleaner maritime fuel use and advancing maritime decarbonisation along the East-West shipping corridor.
Uttar Pradesh government has initiated the creation of its 76th district named ‘Kalyan Singh Nagar’ by carving out parts of Bulandshahr and Aligarh districts to honour the late former Chief Minister Kalyan Singh.
The government has proposed two new ‘Ratna’ categories — Maharatna and Hebratna — to strengthen and promote the next generation of Central Public Sector Undertakings (CPSUs).

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the successful test of the Poseidon nuclear-capable super torpedo, a strategic underwater weapon aimed at enhancing Russia’s military deterrence.
Uber has partnered with Nvidia to deploy 100,000 robotaxis globally, using Nvidia’s AI and autonomous driving technology to revolutionize ride-hailing services

England’s strong performances and strategic moves have reshaped the dynamic of its cricket contests with India, highlighting ongoing rivalries and evolving team strengths.

Several scientists question the reliability and fairness of the Stanford-Elsevier global university rankings, cautioning that high-ranking status does not always reflect true scientific excellence.
The Global Firepower Index 2025 ranks the United States, Russia, China, and India as the top four most powerful militaries worldwide, measuring multiple defence capability factors.

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has appointed former G20 Sherpa and NITI Aayog CEO Amitabh Kant as a non-executive independent director for a five-year term starting October 29, 2025.

World Thrift Day is observed globally on October 31st to encourage savings, financial discipline, and economic prudence among individuals and communities. – 31 Oct 2025