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Current Affairs 01 October 2025
As October 2025 begins, India has witnessed a series of major developments spanning infrastructure, trade, wildlife conservation, security, and cultural diplomacy. From landmark railway projects with Bhutan to operationalizing a European trade agreement, these initiatives reflect India’s growing role in regional and global affairs.
India, Bhutan Approve First-Ever Rail Links
In a transformative step towards regional integration, India and Bhutan have approved their first cross-border railway links. The Kokrajhar–Gelephu and Banarhat–Samtse projects are expected to strengthen economic and strategic cooperation between the two nations.
- Kokrajhar–Gelephu Line: A 70-km stretch with six stations and nearly 100 bridges, budgeted at ₹3,456 crore, connecting Assam’s Kokrajhar district with Bhutan’s Gelephu.
- Banarhat–Samtse Line: A shorter route linking West Bengal’s Banarhat in Jalpaiguri district with Bhutan’s Samtse.
These projects are poised to enhance bilateral trade, mobility, and diplomatic relations across the Himalayan frontier.
Government to Mandate Sound Alerts in EVs by 2027
The Indian government has announced that all new electric vehicles (EVs)—including cars, buses, and trucks—will be required to feature an Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) starting October 1, 2027.
AVAS will emit artificial sounds to warn pedestrians, cyclists, and road users of approaching EVs, which operate nearly silently. With this move, India joins countries like the US, Japan, and the European Union, where similar safety mandates already exist.
India’s First FTA with EFTA Bloc to Begin October 1
Marking a milestone in global trade strategy, Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India’s Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with the European Free Trade Association (EFTA)—comprising Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein—will come into force on October 1, 2025.
Highlights of the agreement include:
- Phased tariff reductions on goods.
- Market access in services, investment, and intellectual property.
- $100 billion in investments into India over 15 years.
- Focus on technology transfer, innovation, and skill development.
This FTA aligns with India’s goal of becoming a $5 trillion economy and strengthens its position as a global manufacturing hub.
Wildlife Milestone: Mukhi, India’s First Cheetah to Reach Adulthood
At Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, a historic moment unfolded as Mukhi, a female cub born to Namibian cheetah Jwala, became the first India-born cheetah to survive into adulthood.
Given the challenges of high cub mortality and habitat adaptation, Mukhi’s survival is a major breakthrough for India’s ambitious cheetah reintroduction program.
Leadership Changes in CAPFs
In a significant reshuffle, two senior IPS officers from the 1993 batch have assumed charge of India’s paramilitary forces:
- Praveer Ranjan – Appointed as Director General of the CISF, responsible for securing airports, ports, metros, PSUs, and nuclear plants.
- Praveen Kumar – Appointed as Director General of the ITBP, overseeing India’s high-altitude border security.
Both leaders took office on September 30, 2025, following the retirement of their predecessors.
Telugu Language Day Celebrated in Saudi Arabia
The Telugu-speaking diaspora in Saudi Arabia marked Telugu Language Day with enthusiasm. Organized by the Saudi Arabia Telugu Association (SATA) and the TDP NRI Committee, the event not only celebrated Telugu culture but also promoted Andhra Pradesh’s innovative P4 model (Public–Private–People Partnership) for development.
International Day of Older Persons 2025
The world observed the International Day of Older Persons on October 1, with the theme “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being and Our Rights.”
- The elderly population aged 65 and above has surged from 260 million in 1980 to 761 million in 2021.
- By 2050, older persons are projected to make up 17% of the global population, with the majority of growth in developing nations.
The day serves as a reminder of the urgent need to strengthen social protection systems and safeguard the dignity of older citizens.
Review Questions
- Every year on which date is the International Day of Older Persons observed?
A. 21st June
B. 1st October
C. 15th August
D. 10th December
ANSWER: B - The International Day of Older Persons was designated by the UNGA in which
year?
A. 1985
B. 1990
C. 1995
D. 2000
ANSWER: B - What is the theme of International Day of Older Persons 2025?
A. “Leaving No One Behind”
B. “Older Persons Driving Local and Global Action: Our Aspirations, Our Well-Being
and Our Rights”
C. “Resilience of the Elderly in a Changing World”
D. “Healthy Ageing for All”
ANSWER: B - Which country recently celebrated Telugu Language Day with great
enthusiasm?
A. United States
B. Saudi Arabia
C. United Kingdom
D. Australia
ANSWER: B - In India’s cheetah reintroduction programme, which female cheetah became
the first India-born cub to reach adulthood?
A. Asha
B. Mukhi
C. Siya
D. Kiran
ANSWER: B - Project Cheetah was launched on September 17, 2022, at which location?
A. Gir National Park
B. Kaziranga National Park
C. Kuno National Park
D. Jim Corbett National Park
ANSWER: C - Who has been appointed as the Director General (DG) of the CISF in the latest
CAPFs leadership reshuffle?
A. Rakesh Asthana
B. Praveer Ranjan
C. Praveen Kumar
D. Subodh Jaiswal
ANSWER: B - India’s first FTA with a European bloc, TEPA, comes into effect on October 1, Which group of countries does it involve?
A. EU (European Union)
B. NAFTA
C. EFTA (Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein)
D. ASEAN
ANSWER: C - What is the purpose of the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) in electric
vehicles?
A. Reduce carbon emissions
B. Improve engine efficiency
C. Emit artificial sounds to alert pedestrians and cyclists
D. Increase battery life
ANSWER: C - India and Bhutan recently approved their first-ever cross-border railway links.
Which of the following is NOT one of the approved routes?
A. Kokrajhar–Gelephu
B. Banarhat–Samtse
C. Siliguri–Thimphu
D. None of the above
ANSWER: C
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