MTO Current Affairs One Liner: 31-October-2025

The Marine Fisheries Census 2025 was launched as India’s first fully digital, geo-referenced enumeration of fisher households using a suite of customised mobile apps.
UIDAI has begun a comprehensive techno-strategic review to shape Aadhaar’s next decade with the Aadhaar Vision 2032 framework and a high-level expert committee.
Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, AVSM, NM has assumed charge as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command on 31 October 2025.
India will host the International Fleet Review, Exercise MILAN, and IONS Conclave of Chiefs simultaneously in Visakhapatnam in February 2026 under the MAHASAGAR vision.
Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted that the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA) has transformed into a knowledge hub supporting India’s shift to role-based governance, scrapping over 1,700 outdated rules to enhance transparency and efficiency.

Dabur India Limited has launched ‘Dabur Ventures,’ an investment platform with a capital allocation of up to Rs 500 crore to back new-age, digital-first consumer businesses aligned with its strategic focus.
Adani Energy Solutions plans a capital expenditure of about Rs 18,000 crore in fiscal year 2026, focusing on infrastructure development and clean energy projects.
Cochin Shipyard Ltd has entered an agreement with global tugboat operator Svitzer to manufacture electric transverse tugboats in India.
Tata Communications has partnered with NICE to enhance global contact centres by integrating AI-driven customer engagement solutions.
Larsen & Toubro (L&T) will lead project management and installation of six high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems for TenneT’s $33 billion North Sea offshore grid initiative, partnering with Hitachi Energy.

Bank deposit growth slowed further to 9.5% year-on-year by October 17, 2025, while credit growth remained steady at 11.5%, widening the gap between deposits and credit.
India’s fiscal deficit reached ₹5.73 trillion in the first half of FY26, constituting 36.5% of the government’s budgeted target for the financial year.
Since 1957, average real pay in India has risen by 27% through various pay commissions, with pensioners gaining relatively more benefits than serving employees.
Assocham has urged the government for tax simplification measures to improve ease of doing business and foster a more investor-friendly environment in India.

India and the United States signed a landmark 10-year defence framework agreement on October 31, 2025, to deepen cooperation on defence and security matters and enhance regional peace in the Indo-Pacific.
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated the 69th National School Games 2025 at Itanagar, fostering youth sports and physical fitness at the national level.
Punjab Cabinet has approved a new building regulation permitting construction up to stilt plus four floors and introduced unified building rules to streamline approvals and urban development.

India has exported G I (Geographical Indication) tagged limes to the UK for the first time, marking an important milestone in agricultural exports and farmer benefits.
Harry Kane became England’s all-time highest male international goal scorer, surpassing Wayne Rooney’s record, with his latest performances in October 2025.

Namitbir Singh Walia from Jalandhar, Punjab, has become the state’s second International Master (IM) in chess by securing fourth position at the 3rd Annemasse International Masters Tournament in France.

A total of 1,466 police personnel across India were awarded the prestigious Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for their distinguished service and excellence in law enforcement.

The Last Day is a dystopian thriller set in the year 2059 where Earth’s rotation slows to a halt, splitting the world into permanent day and night zones, and a scientist uncovers a secret threatening humanity’s future.

HDFC Bank’s board has approved the reappointment of Kaizad Bharucha as Deputy Managing Director (DMD) for a further three-year term, subject to regulatory and shareholder approval.

India celebrated National Unity Day on October 31, 2025, commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the architect of India’s political integration. – 31 Oct 2025