Daily Current Affairs and GK | 28 October 2025

Topic: Summits/ Conferences/ Meetings

1. Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group meeting and workshop is being hosted by India for the first time.

• The four-day (28-31 October 2025) meeting and workshop is being hosted by Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) on behalf of Ministry of Civil Aviation.
• Union Minister of Civil Aviation Shri Rammohan Naidu inaugurated the event. The workshop will be held on 28-29 October 2025.
• Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group meeting is held annually.
• ICAO member states in the Asia Pacific region and various international organizations take part in the meeting.
• Any one of the ICAO member states in Asia Pacific region generally hosts the meeting.
• India is hosting meeting for the first time. About 90 representatives from ICAO and from aircraft accident investigation authorirtes of Asia Pacific countries will take part.
• At the meeting, there will be discussion on different aspects of  aircraft accident investigations, including the processes and reporting.
• Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group's meetingsaim to promote expertise, experience, and information sharing among accident investigation authorities.
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a specialized agency of United Nations.
• It was formed in 1947. Its headquarter is in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Topic: Government Schemes and Initiatives

2. Maha MedTech Mission has been launched by Anusandhan National Research Foundation, in collaboration with the Indian Council of Medical Research and the Gates Foundation.

• The aim of Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas (MAHA)-Medical Technology (Maha MedTech) is to accelerate innovation in India’s medical technology sector.
• It also aims to reduce reliance on high-cost imports.
• Promotion of equitable access to affordable and high-quality medical technologies is also its aim.
• Under the mission, funding support will be provided to Academic and R&D institutions, Hospitals, Startups, MSMEs, MedTech industry.
• The mission includes milestone-linked funding of ₹5–25 crore per project. The funding can go up to ₹50 crore in exceptional cases.
• Under the mission, projects that bring impactful MedTech solutions to market will be supported.
• Under the mission, enabling support will be provided through  national initiatives such as Patent Mitra (IP protection and technology transfer), MedTech Mitra (regulatory guidance and clearances).
• The support will also be provided through a Clinical Trial Network (for clinical validation and evidence generation), as well as mentorship from industry experts.

Topic: MoUs/Agreements

3. An MoU signed between NCERT and IIT-Madras to strengthen educational research and technology integration.

• On 27 October, a Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT) and IIT-Madras in New Delhi.
• The collaboration aims to enhance educational research, teacher training, and technology integration in education.
• The Ministry of Education has stated that this agreement marks a significant step toward innovation in learning.
• The partnership is aligned with the objectives of the National Education Policy 2020.
• It focuses on promoting IT, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning-enabled learning systems across institutions.
• The agreement will promote research, data analytics, and multilingual resources to enhance learning and training for students and teachers.
• It will also support the creation and development of digital content and educational platforms.

Topic: Space and IT

4. ISRO’s LVM3 moved to the launch pad ahead of the November 2 mission with the CMS-03 satellite.

• India's heaviest launch vehicle, LVM3, has been rolled out at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre launch pad in Sriharikota, marking the final stage of preparation for its next mission.
• The fully integrated vehicle carrying the CMS-03 communication satellite was moved on October 26, 2025.
• The launch has been scheduled for November 2.
• Named LVM3-M5, this will be the fifth operational flight of India's most powerful rocket.
• The mission aims to place CMS-03, an advanced multi-band communication satellite, into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO).
• Weighing around 4,400 kg, CMS-03 is set to become the heaviest communication satellite ever launched from Indian soil.
• The satellite, developed by ISRO, is designed to enhance communication coverage across India and nearby oceanic areas.
• It will strengthen connectivity and bandwidth for civil, strategic, and maritime users across the country.
• The upcoming launch highlights LVM3’s reliability and versatility as India’s workhorse heavy-lift launcher.
• The rocket previously made history by successfully launching Chandrayaan-3 to the Moon’s south pole in July 2023.

Topic: Government Schemes and Initiatives

5. The government approved an investment of Rs 5,532 crore for seven projects under the ECMS.

• The Government of India has approved the first batch of seven projects under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS).
• The projects involve a total investment of ₹5,532 crore and are expected to boost component production worth ₹36,559 crore and create over 5,100 direct jobs.
• The initiative is aimed at making India self-reliant in producing High-Density Interconnect (HDI) PCBs, Multi-Layer PCBs, Camera Modules, Copper Clad Laminates, and Polypropylene Films.
• The ECMS has received 249 applications representing investments of ₹1.15 lakh crore and the potential creation of 1.42 lakh jobs.
• The newly approved units are located across Tamil Nadu (5), Andhra Pradesh (1), and Madhya Pradesh (1).
• The projects will help meet 20% of India’s domestic PCB demand and 15% of camera module sub-assembly requirements.
• For the first time, a domestic facility for manufacturing Copper Clad Laminates (CCL) will be established in India.
• Polypropylene films used in capacitors for the electronics, automotive, and telecom sectors will now be produced locally.
• These projects will reduce import dependency, build trusted supply chains, and lower product costs.
• The scheme complements India’s Semiconductor Mission and Production Linked Incentive program, completing the electronics value chain from materials to innovation.

Topic: Geography

6. Central support assured by PM Modi as Cyclone Montha approaches the Andhra Pradesh coast.

• The cyclonic storm over the Bay of Bengal is moving northwestwards at a speed of 17 kmph.
• It currently lies about 230 km south-southeast of Machilipatnam and 310 km south-southeast of Kakinada.
• A red alert has been issued for Andhra Pradesh, Yanam, and adjoining South Odisha coasts.
• It is likely to move north-northwestwards and intensify into a severe cyclonic storm on October 28.
• The storm is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm and make landfall near Kakinada with winds up to 110 km/h.
• The IMD has advised fishermen to avoid venturing into the sea till October 29 due to high waves and rough conditions.
• The Odisha government has also taken precautionary measures, shifting over 35,000 people to cyclone shelters and closing educational institutions in eight districts.

Topic: Summits/ Conferences/ Meetings

7. President Droupadi Murmu delivered the keynote address at the 8th International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly.

• The 8th ISA assembly is being held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
• Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, addressed the inaugural session of the ISA Assembly.
• Participants from 124 nations and over 40 ministers are taking part in the four-day global meet.
• It emphasizes global cooperation to boost solar energy adoption for a sustainable future.
• Discussions at the Assembly will focus on reviewing progress and overcoming challenges.
• They will also aim to unite global efforts to ensure universal access to affordable solar power.
• India has already achieved 50 percent of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources. The country reached its 2030 goal five years early.
• India is ranked as the world’s third-largest solar energy producer. It is also second-fastest-growing renewable energy market globally.
• The International Solar Alliance comprises 124 member and signatory nations.
• These nations work collaboratively to enhance global energy access and promote clean solar technologies.

Topic: Indian Polity

8. The Election Commission has announced the launch of the second phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

• As per Eletion Commission, SIR will be held across 12 states and Union Territories.
• The regions included in this phase are Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal.
• As per Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, this revision aims to ensure greater accuracy, transparency, and integrity in the electoral rolls.
• Around 51 crore registered voters will be covered in the second phase of the SIR.
• Voter lists in all 12 states and Union Territories have been frozen at midnight of 27 October to facilitate the revision process.
• The printing of enumeration forms and training sessions for Booth Level Officers (BLOs) has begun.
• Enumeration activities will start on 4th November and continue for one month. These activities will verify and update voter details.
• The draft electoral rolls will be made public on 9th December. The final voter lists will be released on 7th February.
• The Election Commission reported zero appeals in the first phase of the SIR.
• BLOs will distribute specially designed enumeration forms to all existing voters during this phase.
• Voters listed in the 2003 rolls are exempt from submitting any additional identification documents during verification.
• Individuals not on the 2003 voter list but whose parents were included in that list will also be exempted from providing extra documentation.

Topic: Defence

9. Indigenously developed survey vessel Ikshak of Indian Navy will be formally commissioned at the Naval Base in Kochi on December 6.

• The commissioning ceremony will be led by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi.
• The commissioning of Ikshak highlights the Navy’s focus on technological advancement, self-reliance, and strengthening maritime capabilities.
• The vessel was constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Limited in Kolkata.
• The ship is designed to serve as a platform for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief operations.
• It can also be converted into a hospital ship during emergencies.
• Ikshak is the first large survey vessel in the Navy’s fleet to feature separate and dedicated accommodation for women officers and crew members.

Topic: Important Days

10. Vigilance Awareness Week 2025 has commenced nationwide from 27 October.

• It aims to encourage integrity in public life. It also seeks to foster a corruption-free society.
• The theme for this year’s Vigilance Awareness Week is “Vigilance – Our Shared Responsibility.”
• Vigilance Awareness Week aims to raise awareness about ethics. It emphasizes accountability in governance.
• It also focuses on transparency in administration. The week began with public servants taking the integrity pledge.
• This included staff from Ministries, Departments, PSUs, Banks, and other organisations.
• Central Vigilance Commissioner Praveen Kumar Srivastava and Vigilance Commissioner A. S. Rajeev administered the pledge.
• The pledge ceremony took place at the Central Vigilance Commission headquarters in New Delhi.
• Throughout the week, multiple programs and outreach activities will be conducted.
• These programs will highlight the harmful effects of corruption. They will promote good governance.
• Vigilance Awareness Week is observed in the last week of October.
• It coincides with the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.