Daily Current Affairs 01st October, 2025, Important News Headlines (Daily GK Update)

National News

1. RSS Centenary: Stamp & Coin Released by PM Modi

• PM Modi released special coin & stamp to celebrate 100 years of RSS (1925–2025).
• Founded in 1925 by K.B. Hedgewar, RSS has grown into India’s largest voluntary organisation.
• Contributions span education, health, disaster relief, women & youth empowerment.
• Centenary celebrations reaffirmed RSS vision of Sarvangeena Unnati (holistic development).

Banking News

2. RBI Monetary Policy 2025: Repo Rate, GDP & Inflation

• RBI kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.5% with a Neutral stance, as all MPC members unanimously voted to maintain status quo.
• GDP growth for FY26 revised upwards to 6.8%, reflecting optimism on growth momentum.
• CPI inflation cut to 2.6% (from 3.1%), signaling easing price pressures.
• Announced Re-KYC camps, simplified claim settlement, and auto-bidding in RBI Retail Direct to enhance financial inclusion.

International News

3. International Day of Older Persons 2025

• Observed on 1 October every year, this year’s theme is “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action.”
• Focuses on recognising elders as active drivers of social, economic, and cultural change, not passive dependents.
• In April 2025, UNHRC passed Resolution 58/13 to draft a treaty protecting the rights of older persons.
• By 2050, 17% of the world’s population will be 65+, with most growth in developing countries.

4. Telugu Language Day Celebrated in Saudi Arabia

• Celebrated by SATA with TDP NRI Committee, attended by 2,000+ Telugu NRIs.
• Highlighted Andhra’s P4 (Public-Private-People Partnership) model for poverty-free growth by 2047.
• AP Minister for MSME addressed the event virtually, urging NRI collaboration.
• Over 100 NRIs pledged to support vulnerable families and promote Telugu culture globally.

State News

5. Unmesha International Literature Festival 2025, Patna

• Hosted in Patna from 25–28 Sept 2025, with writers from 15 countries and 100+ languages.
• Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan attended the closing ceremony as Chief Guest.
• Bihar’s heritage (Nalanda, Bodh Gaya, Vaishali, Champaran) was highlighted as symbols of knowledge, peace, and democracy.
• Events included readings, workshops, and cultural showcases, promoting Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat through literature.

6. Balod, Chhattisgarh: First Child Marriage-Free District

• Declared India’s first child marriage-free district under “Child Marriage Free India” campaign.
• No cases reported in 2 years; all 436 panchayats & 9 towns certified child marriage-free.
• Achieved via community participation, awareness drives, and legal verification.
• CM Vishnu Deo Sai set a goal of statewide elimination of child marriage by 2028-29.

7. Gaj Rakshak App for Elephants in Bandhavgarh

• MP launched Gaj Rakshak App to track elephants and reduce human-elephant conflicts.
• Provides real-time location, movement alerts via SMS, calls, sirens, and offline mode.
• Elephant population in Bandhavgarh grew from 40 (2018) to 65 now.
• Training extended to Shahdol, Sidhi, Anuppur, Singrauli, Satna & other reserves.

Awards News

8. Andhra Pradesh Wins Global Tourism Award 2025

• AP Tourism Department bagged the Global Tourism Award 2025 in New Delhi for innovation in sustainable tourism.
• Recognised for eco-friendly projects, cultural festivals, and digital promotion campaigns.
• Efforts to build new heritage circuits and coastal tourism hubs played a key role.
• Award expected to boost foreign arrivals, tourism revenue, and jobs for locals.

Appointments News

9. CISF & ITBP Get New Chiefs

• Praveer Ranjan (AGMUT cadre) appointed DG of CISF, previously led Airport Security Division.
• Praveen Kumar (1993 batch IPS) took charge as DG of ITBP, guarding the Indo-China border.
• CISF secures airports, PSUs, metros, and critical national assets.
• ITBP focuses on high-altitude border defence, mountain training, and disaster rescue ops.

10. Major General G. Srinivas Becomes CDM Commandant

• Took charge as Commandant of College of Defence Management (CDM), Secunderabad.
• Played key role in logistics during Operation Sindoor under Western Command.
• Known for logistics planning, innovation, and strategic foresight.
• CDM trains senior officers in management, leadership, and joint operations.

Awards News

11. Novotel Vijayawada Varun Wins Best 5-Star Hotel Award

• Won Andhra Pradesh Tourism Excellence Award 2025 as the best 5-star deluxe hotel.
• Recognised for luxury facilities, 233 rooms, global cuisine, and premium event spaces.
• Award presented by CM Chandrababu Naidu to hotel manager Manish Pathak.
• Strengthens Vijayawada’s status as a business, tourism, and MICE hub.

12. President Murmu Honours President’s Bodyguard

• President Droupadi Murmu presented Diamond Jubilee Silver Trumpet & Banner to PBG.
• PBG is the oldest regiment (1773), renamed in 1950 after independence.
• Known for ceremonial cavalry, elite selection, and service to 15 Presidents.
• Honour marks 75 years of loyalty, heritage, and military tradition.

13. BDU Professor Wins TANSA Award

• Prof. R. Arthur James (Marine Science, BDU) won TANSA 2022 for Environmental Science.
• Award includes ₹50,000 and citation, presented in Udhagamandalam.
• Recognised for marine research and sustainable environmental practices.
• TANSA honours inspire innovation and excellence in Tamil Nadu’s scientific community.

Defence News

14. Army’s Drone Kavach Exercise in Arunachal

• Spear Corps under Eastern Command held Exercise Drone Kavach (Sept 25–28).
• Focused on drone warfare, counter-drone systems, tactical manoeuvres, and target neutralisation.
• Strengthens Army’s ability to fight in multi-domain, high-tech battlefields.
• Preceded by successful Mount Gorichen Expedition (6,488m) to test endurance and resilience.

Ranks and Reports News

15. NCRB 2023: Manipur Tops Violent Crimes

• Manipur recorded 14,427 violent crimes in 2023, a 20x jump from 631 in 2022.
• Highest in NE for riots (5,421), arson (6,203), and crimes against STs (3,339).
• 151 murders, 818 attempted murders, 89 kidnappings, 27 rapes reported.
• Surge linked to Meitei–Kuki ethnic conflict displacing thousands.

Economy News

16. ADB Cuts India’s Growth to 6.5% for FY26

• ADB downgraded India’s FY26 growth to 6.5% (from 6.7%), citing US tariffs.
• Around 60% of Indian exports to US face 50% tariff hike.
• Developing Asia forecast also cut to 4.8% (2025) and 4.5% (2026).
• Domestic demand and reforms still key drivers cushioning external shocks.