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Current Affairs 27 October 2025
World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2025
Every year on 27 October, the world observes World Day for Audiovisual Heritage (WDAH) to highlight the importance of preserving films, sound recordings, broadcasts, and digital archives that reflect our shared cultural identity and history. These materials serve as invaluable records of human experiences, creativity, and societal evolution across generations.
The day was officially established by UNESCO in 2005, marking the anniversary of the 1980 Recommendation for the Safeguarding and Preservation of Moving Images, adopted during the 21st General Conference.
For 2025, UNESCO is emphasizing the initiative “Digitizing our shared UNESCO history,” which focuses on preserving historical audiovisual collections through digital transformation for future accessibility.
Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025 Winners Announced
On 26 October 2025, the Government of India declared the recipients of the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025, the nation’s highest recognition for exceptional contributions in science, technology, and innovation.
These awards were created to promote excellence and foster a spirit of scientific inquiry across various research domains. The honours are presented in four main categories:
- Vigyan Ratna – For lifetime achievements in science
- Vigyan Shri – For distinguished individual contributions
- Vigyan Yuva – Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award – For young scientists under 45
- Vigyan Team Award – For outstanding collaborative research
Vigyan Ratna (Posthumous):
- Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar – Recognized posthumously for his exceptional work in Physics.
Vigyan Shri Awardees (2025):
- Dr. Gyanendra Pratap Singh – Agricultural Science
- Dr. Yusuf Mohammad Seikh – Atomic Energy
- Dr. K. Thangaraj – Biological Sciences
- Prof. Pradeep Thalappil – Chemistry
- Prof. Aniruddha Bhalchandra Pandit – Engineering Sciences
- Dr. S. Venkata Mohan – Environmental Science
- Prof. Mahan Mj – Mathematics and Computer Science
- Shri Jayan N – Space Science and Technology
FIFA Launches ASEAN Cup to Boost Southeast Asian Football
In a landmark move to promote football in Southeast Asia, FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced the launch of the FIFA ASEAN Cup during the 47th ASEAN Summit held in Kuala Lumpur on 27 October 2025.
The new regional tournament aims to strengthen football standards among ASEAN’s 11 member nations, including East Timor (Timor-Leste), which officially joined ASEAN just hours before the announcement.
To enhance football development in the region, FIFA has renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn. The collaboration involves close coordination with:
- The Asian Football Confederation (AFC)
- The ASEAN Football Federation (AFF)
- National football associations of ASEAN countries
Justice Surya Kant Recommended as 53rd Chief Justice of India
Justice Surya Kant has been recommended to serve as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI), succeeding Justice Bhushan R. Gavai, who retires on 23 November 2025.
Upon formal appointment, Justice Kant will hold office until 9 February 2027, serving a tenure of approximately 14 months. Known for his firm understanding of constitutional law and commitment to social justice, Justice Kant previously served as the Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court and has delivered several landmark judgments.
- Born: February 10, 1962
- Elevated to Supreme Court: May 24, 2019
- Expected Retirement: February 9, 2027
- State of Origin: Haryana (first CJI from the state)
India to Host First APAC-AIG Meeting in 2025
India will host the Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group (APAC-AIG) Meeting and Workshop for the first time from 28 to 31 October 2025.
This key event, organized under the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) framework, will bring together nearly 90 representatives from Asia-Pacific nations to exchange insights on aviation safety, accident investigation, and best practices.
The meeting aims to:
- Strengthen regional cooperation in aviation safety
- Facilitate knowledge and expertise sharing
- Enhance investigation capabilities across Asia-Pacific states
East Timor Joins ASEAN as 11th Member
In a historic step toward deeper regional integration, East Timor (Timor-Leste) officially became the 11th member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on 26 October 2025.
The membership was formalized during the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, where East Timor’s flag was hoisted alongside those of other member countries.
With a population of just 1.4 million and a GDP of about $2 billion, East Timor represents a small but significant addition to ASEAN’s collective economy of $3.8 trillion. The nation has pledged to contribute actively to:
- Regional peacebuilding and conflict resolution
- Democratic governance and local development
- Maritime and border cooperation within ASEAN
President Ramos-Horta emphasized that East Timor seeks to strengthen ASEAN unity without adding to its challenges.
China Unveils World’s Fastest Bullet Train – CR450
China has achieved a new milestone in rail innovation with the unveiling of the CR450 high-speed train, which recorded a world-breaking test speed of 453 km/h.
Developed for the Shanghai–Chengdu corridor, the CR450 showcases China’s continued dominance in advanced rail technology. It is set to enter commercial service in 2026 with an operational speed of 400 km/h, making it the fastest passenger train globally.
This project represents a leap toward energy-efficient, safe, and ultra-fast public transportation.
Government Extends LC75 and BLC Investment Options
In a major step to improve pension flexibility, the Government of India has extended the Life Cycle 75 (LC75) and Balanced Life Cycle (BLC) investment options to central government employees under both the National Pension System (NPS) and the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS).
This decision provides employees with broader investment choices aligned with Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) guidelines, similar to what is available for non-government subscribers.
Key Investment Options under NPS and UPS
- Default Option: Follows the investment model prescribed by PFRDA.
- Scheme G: 100% investment in government securities – a low-risk, fixed-return option.
- LC 25: Up to 25% equity allocation, tapering gradually from age 35 to 55.
- LC 50: Up to 50% equity allocation, with gradual tapering from age 35 to 55.
- BLC (Balanced Life Cycle): A variant of LC50 where equity tapering begins at age 45, allowing longer participation in equities.
Review Questions
- World Day for Audiovisual Heritage (WDAH) is observed every year on which
date?
A) 25 October
B) 26 October
C) 27 October
D) 28 October
Answer: C) 27 October - What is the theme or focus of UNESCO’s World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2025?
A) Preserving our cinematic legacy
B) Digitizing our shared UNESCO history
C) Heritage through visual media
D) Audiovisual archives for peace
Answer: B) Digitizing our shared UNESCO history - Who was posthumously awarded the Vigyan Ratna in the Rashtriya Vigyan
Puraskar 2025?
A) Dr. C.N.R. Rao
B) Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar
C) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
D) Prof. G. Madhavan Nair
Answer: B) Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar - The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar is India’s highest civilian award in which field?
A) Literature and Arts
B) Sports and Games
C) Science, Technology, and Innovation
D) Social Work and Education
Answer: C) Science, Technology, and Innovation - Which organization announced the creation of the FIFA ASEAN Cup?
A) ASEAN Secretariat
B) FIFA
C) AFC (Asian Football Confederation)
D) IOC (International Olympic Committee)
Answer: B) FIFA - The FIFA ASEAN Cup was announced during which major event?
A) ASEAN Economic Forum
B) 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur
C) FIFA World Congress
D) Southeast Asian Sports Summit
Answer: B) 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur - Who has been recommended to become the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI)?
A) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
B) Justice Bhushan R. Gavai
C) Justice Surya Kant
D) Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Answer: C) Justice Surya Kant - Which country recently became the 11th member of ASEAN?
A) Papua New Guinea
B) Bhutan
C) East Timor (Timor-Leste)
D) Nepal
Answer: C) East Timor (Timor-Leste) - China’s new CR450 high-speed train set a world record speed of:
A) 420 km/h
B) 430 km/h
C) 453 km/h
D) 460 km/h
Answer: C) 453 km/h - The Government of India has extended Life Cycle 75 (LC75) and Balanced Life
Cycle (BLC) investment options to which group?
A) Public Sector Banks
B) Private Employees
C) Central Government Employees under NPS and UPS
D) Defence Pensioners only
Answer: C) Central Government Employees under NPS and UPS
