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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Overview of UK PM Keir Starmer’s Visit to India from October 8 to 9, 2025Keir Starmer, Prime Minister (PM) of the United Kingdom (UK), visited India from October 8 to 9, 2025, at the invitation of PM of India Narendra Modi, marking his first official visit to India.

• His visit follows the visit of PM Narendra Modi in July 2025, when India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) was signed.

Highlights of UK PM Keir Starmer’s Visit to India:
Visit to Mumbai: On October 8, 2025, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Mumbai, Maharashtra, where he addressed Indian business leaders to boost India-UK trade and investment ties.
Global Fintech Fest 2025: On October 9, 2025, UK PM Keir Starmer attended the 6th edition of the Global Fintech Fest (GFF), the world’s largest fintech festival, at Jio World Centre in Mumbai.

• During the visit, India and the UK have launched India-UK Fintech Corridor to boost financial and technological cooperation.

CEO Forum meeting: UK PM Keir Starmer and PM Narendra Modi welcomed the inaugural CEO Forum meeting in Mumbai during the India-UK Summit and expressed hope for the early ratification of the India–UK CETA to unlock its benefits.

• During the meeting both the countries agreed to reset the India-UK Joint Economic and Trade Committee (JETCO).

Key Outcomes:  During the visit PM Keir Starmer announced the establishment of campuses of nine UK universities in India, following the approval of University Grants Commission (UGC) under the National Education Policy (NEP 2020).

• Launched India-UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre and India-UK Joint Centre for AI.
• Technology Startup Fund was launched under a UK-India MoU with the State Bank of India(SBI), supports entrepreneurs in sectors such as climate technology and AI.
• A Letter of Intent(LoI) was signed between India’s Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the UK’s National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) to strengthen health research initiative.
• India signed a 350 million Euro (USD 468 million) defence agreement with UK for the supply of Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMMs), also known as Martlet missiles, to the Indian Army (IA).

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MoT Notified Major Amendments to PLI Scheme for TextilesIn October 2025, the Ministry of Textiles (MoT) has notified major amendments to the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Manmade Fibres(MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles.

• These amendments aimed to address industry challenges, improve ease of doing business, promote fresh investments and drive growth in the textile sector.

Key Changes:
Expansion : The MoT has expanded the list of eligible products under the PLI scheme by adding 8 new Harmonized System of Nomenclature (HSN) codes for MMF Apparel and 9 new HSN codes for MMF Fabrics.
Relaxation: Applicants have now been allowed to set up project units within the existing companies, eliminating the previous requirement to set up new entities.
Revised Investment Thresholds: As per revised PLI scheme,  with effect from August 01 2025, the minimum investment requirement  for all new applicants has been reduced by 50% i.e. from Rs 300 crore to Rs 150 crore (in Part-I category) and Rs 100 crore to Rs 50 crore (in Part-II category) of the scheme.
Reduced Incremental Turnover Criteria: As per MoT official notification, starting from Financial Year 2025-26 (FY26), applicants are now required to demonstrate a minimum of 10% incremental turnover over the previous year to qualify for incentives from Year 2 onwards, compared to previous turnover criteria of 25%.
Opening of PLI Scheme Portal: In order to encourage wider participation from the textile industry, MoT has announced that PLI scheme application portal will remain open until December 31, 2025.
About PLI Scheme for Textiles Sector:
Background: In September 2021, the Government of India (GoI) had approved the PLI scheme for textiles sector; with total budget outlay of Rs 10,683 crore for period of 5 years.
Objective: To promote the production of MMF apparel & fabrics and products of technical textiles in the country.
Total Beneficiaries: Till now, 74 participant companies who have pledged the total investment of Rs 28,711 crore, selected as eligible beneficiaries under PLI scheme for textiles.
About Ministry of Textiles (MoT):
Union Minister- Giriraj Singh (Constituency- Begusarai, Bihar)
Minister of State (MoS): Pabitra Margherita (Rajya Sabha- Assam)

NTPC REL Signed MoU with Gujarat Govt for 15 GW Renewable Projects
In October 2025, NTPC Renewable Energy Limited (NTPC REL), a wholly owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Government of Gujarat to develop 15 Gigawatt (GW) renewable energy projects in Gujarat during the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference held at Mehsana, Gujarat.

About the MoU between NTPC REL and Gujarat:
Renewable Energy Projects: NTPC REL will develop solar and wind projects with a cumulative capacity of 15 GW, including 10 GW of solar and 5 GW of wind.
Collaboration Scope: The MoU includes collaboration on both conventional and non-conventional energy sources, including Thermal, Hydro, Solar, Wind, Green hydrogen, Battery energy storage, Pumped hydro, and Waste-to-energy projects.
Strategic Objectives: The collaboration leverages NTPC’s expertise and Gujarat’s policy ecosystem to accelerate clean energy deployment, supporting India’s net-zero emissions and sustainable development goals.
Future Capacity: NTPC has an installed capacity of over 83 GW with 30.90 GW under construction, including 13.3 GW of renewable energy assets, and aims to achieve 60 GW of renewable capacity by 2032.

C-DAC and ICAT Signed MoU to Develop Indigenous Automotive Solutions
In October 2025, the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT), under the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop, test, and certify indigenous automotive technologies.

• The agreement was formalized during the Traffic InfraTech Expo 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Delhi.

About the Collaboration of C-DAC and ICAT:
Objective & Innovation: Promote indigenous automotive innovation to support national initiatives like Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India by developing technologies suited to Indian conditions and reducing dependence on foreign solutions.
Joint R&D & Industry Linkages: Undertake joint Research and Development (R&D) focused on future mobility solutions while facilitating collaboration among developers, startups, and manufacturers to strengthen the automotive innovation ecosystem.
Testing, Certification & Cybersecurity: ICAT manages testing, validation, and certification of automotive technologies, while C-DAC drives innovation and develops robust cybersecurity and industry-ready solutions for connected and smart vehicles.
Roles & Opportunities: ICAT defines technological requirements in collaboration with the industry, while C-DAC leads the design and development of indigenous solutions, exploring emerging research areas and business opportunities in mobility.

ICG Conducted Two-day ReSAREX-25 at Sea off Panambur Coast
In October 2025, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) of Karnataka unit conducted a two-day ‘Regional Search and Rescue Exercise (ReSAREX-25)’ at Arabian Sea off the Panambur coast in Mangaluru, Karnataka.

• The two-day long maritime exercise was organised under the aegis of ICG Regional Headquarters (West), Mumbai.

About ReSAREX-25:
Objective: To evaluate and enhance the collective preparedness and coordination among all maritime search and rescue stakeholders in handling mass rescue operations at sea.
Chief Guest: Pronab Mohanty, Director General of Police (DGP), Internal Security Division (ISD), who was the Chief Guest witnessed the exercise by being onboard Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) ‘Vikram’.
Participating Agencies: The exercise saw the active participation from various agencies including Karnataka Police; State Agencies; Indian Mission Control Centre (INMCC); National Disaster Response Force (NDRF); New Manglore Port Authority (NMPA); Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL); Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Mumbai; and other stakeholders from coastal security and marine operations.
Mass Rescue Operation (MRO): The contingency plan for a Mass Rescue Operation (MRO) was activated during the exercise. MRCC, Mumbai, played the role of Search and Research Mission Coordinator (SMC), while the Maritime Rescue Sub Centre (New Mangaluru, Karnataka) operated as the Command Post.
Key Achievement: ReSAREX-25 has successfully validated the operational efficiency and readiness, inter-agency communication, and rescue coordination mechanism of all stakeholders in dealing with mass casualty incidents at sea.

MoHUA Observed World Habitat Day 2025 in New Delhi
On October 8, 2025, the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) observed World Habitat Day 2025 with the theme “Urban Solutions to Crisis”at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi. Union Minister of State (MoS) Tokhan Sahu, MoHUA, was the Guest of Honour.

• The event was also attended by Srinivas Katikithala (Secretary, MoHUA), Satinder Pal Singh (Additional Secretary, MoHUA), Kuldip Narayan (Joint Secretary & Mission Director, Housing for All/Housing Division), Shombi Sharp (UN Resident Coordinator, UN India), along with senior MoHUA officials and CMDs of autonomous organizations.

About World Habitat Day 2025:
Day: World Habitat Day 2025 was observed globally on 6th October 2025, focusing on the theme “Urban Crisis Response”.
Focus: Encourages cities to be resilient, inclusive, and sustainable while addressing key urban challenges.
Releases: The event was also marked by release of publications of organizations under MoHUA, which included Housing for All (HFA) Division, Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO), National Cooperative Housing Federation (NCHF), National Housing Bank (NHB), Central Government Employees Housing Welfare Organization (CGEWHO), and (HUDCO) and Building Materials Technology Promotion Council (BMTPC).

• The HFA division released a ‘Compendium of Good”, highlighting best practices by States in implementing Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban (PMAY-U).

BANKING & FINANCE

Overview of Global Fintech Fest 2025 held in Mumbai – Part IThe sixth edition of the Global Fintech Fest (GFF 2025), was held from October 7- 9,2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre and Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre(NMACC) in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
About GFF 2025:
Organiser: Payments Council of India (PCI), National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), and Fintech Convergence Council (FCC).
Theme: “Empowering Finance for a Better World Powered by AI: Augmented Intelligence | Innovation | Inclusion”.
Key People: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Ministry of Finance(MoF) participated in the inaugural session of the GFF 2025.

• Prime Minister(PM) Narendra Modi and the United Kingdom(UK) PM Keir Starmer delivered the keynote addresses during the event.

Highlights of GFF 2025:
Forex Settlement system: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman launched a Foreign Currency Settlement System (FCSS) at the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City).
Initiatives launched by RBI:The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched four new digital payment initiatives : UPI (Unified Payment Interface) Help,
IoT (Internet of Things) Payments with UPI, and Banking Connect.
Navi App: Indian financial services company Navi UPI becomes the first UPI app in India to enable biometric-based payments at scale, allowing users to approve transactions through fingerprint or facial recognition instead of entering a UPI Personal Identification Number (PIN).

• It also launched Reserve Pay and EV Recharge.

Initiatives Launched by HDFC:  Announced the launch of “My Business Quick Response (QR) ”, powered by Vyaparify, a digital innovation designed to give Bharat’s entrepreneurs their first commerce identity.

• ‘Pitch for Business’ initiative, providing a platform for startups and innovators.

About National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI):
Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Dilip Asbe
Headquarters- Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established– 2008
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ECONOMY & BUSINESS

WTO Lowered Global Trade Growth Forecast to 0.5% for CY26In October 2025, the World Trade Organisation (WTO) released its latest ‘Global Trade Outlook and Statistics Update: October 2025’ report. The report has lowered its forecast for global merchandise trade volume growth to 0.5% for Calendar Year 2026 (CY26), from its previous estimate of 1.8%.

• However, for CY25, WTO has raised its projection from 0.9% (August 2025) to 2.4%.
• The growth projection for CY25 was driven mainly by the front-loading of imports into the United States of America (USA) ahead of tariff hikes and growth in the Artificial Intelligence (AI)-related goods.

Key Findings:
Global Trade Outlook: The World merchandise trade growth is projected to slow from 2.8% in 2024 to 2.4% in 2025 and further to 0.5% in 2026.

• The report also highlighted that global trade volumes increased significantly in the 1st half of CY25, marking an increase of 4.9% Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y).

Key Reasons for Growth: The report further outlined certain factors which contributed in the growth of global trade like: favourable macroeconomic conditions with disinflation, supportive fiscal policies.

• Also, robust growth in emerging markets and increased demand for AI-related goods like: semiconductors, servers and telecommunication equipment, led the global trade growth.

Global GDP: The report has projected that global Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for CY25 at 2.7%, which is further expected to decrease marginally by 10 basis points (bps) i.e. at 2.6% for CY26.
Global Services Growth: The report has further projected that the growth rate of global services exports will decrease from 6.8% (in CY24) to 4.6% (in CY25) and to 4.4% (in CY26).
Regional Trade Outlook: Asia and Africa are set for strongest export growth in 2025, while Europe slows and North America declines; all regions face weaker imports in 2026.

• In the first half of 2025, most WTO regions saw positive year-on-year export growth, with Asia leading at 10.4%.

About World Trade Organisation (WTO):
Director-General (DG)- Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Headquarters- Geneva, Switzerland
Established- 1995

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Maria Corina Machado Won Nobel Peace Prize 2025On 10th October 2025, Jørgen Watne Frydnes, Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, announced that the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Maria Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, for her “tireless work promoting democratic rights” and her “struggle for a peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy” at the Norwegian Nobel Institute in Oslo, Norway.

• She became the first Venezuelan to win the Nobel Peace Prize in 2025.

About Maria Corina Machado:
Role: National Coordinator of Vente Venezuela, a liberal political party she co-founded in 2013, and former Member of the National Assembly (2010-2015).
Contributions: Led efforts for free elections, criticising human rights abuses, and promoting civil society activism in Venezuela.
Awards & Recognition: Named among British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC’s) 100 Most Influential Women (2018), recipient of the Charles T. Manatt Prize (2014), Libertad Cortes de Cádiz (2015), and the Liberal International Freedom Prize (2019).
About the Nobel Peace Prize:
Total Awards: From 1901 to 2024, 106 Nobel Peace Prizes have been awarded to 143 laureates, including 112 individuals and 31 organizations (including multiple awards).
Design: The medal was designed by Swedish sculptor and engraver Erik Lindberg.
Prize Components: Each Nobel laureate receives a gold medal, a personal diploma, and a cash award.
Cash Award 2025: The total cash prize for 2025 is 11 million Swedish kronor (SEK), approximately USD 1.2 million.
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APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

RBI Appointed Sanjay Kumar Hansda as New ED from March 2026In October 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) appointed Sanjay Kumar Hansda as new Executive Director (ED) of the central bank, with effect from March 03, 2026.

• The announcement of Sanjay Kumar appointment came following the completion of his deputation as senior adviser to ED (India) at International Monetary Fund (IMF).
• Sanjay Hansda as ED will oversee the Department of Economic and Policy Research (DEPR) of RBI.

RBI Reshuffles Deputy Governor Portfolios:
On October 9, 2025, , the RBI restructured the portfolios of its four deputy governors, effective immediately, aiming to boost operational efficiency and streamline leadership roles across the central bank.

• Shirish Chandra Murmu has taken charge as Deputy Governor of the RBI for a three-year term, overseeing key departments such as Communication, Government & Bank Accounts, Regulation, and Enforcement. A veteran of the RBI since 1991, he previously served as Executive Director(ED)

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Sanju Samson Appointed as EPL Ambassador in India
In October 2025, Indian Cricketer Sanju Samson was officially named as the English Premier League (EPL) Ambassador, marking the expansion of Football in India

Brand Ambassador Roles:
Role: He will lead efforts to promote the EPL brand and engage fans nationwide through outreach programs and events.

• He is also Kerala Blasters FC’s brand ambassador, highlighting his commitment to promoting football in India.

Kerala Blasters FC: He represents Kerala Blasters FC( Football Club) in the Indian Super League (ISL) , supporting both cricket and football to inspire young athletes in Kerala and across India.

ENVIRONMENT

Two New Non-Luminous Firefly Species in Nilgiris and a Wasp Species in Kolkata DiscoveredIn October 2025, researchers described two new species of non-luminous fireflies, Lamellipalpodes kurumba and Lamellipalpodes debprasama, from Coonoor in the Nilgiris district, Tamil Nadu (TN) and a new species of wasp named Nesolynx banabitanae was discovered in Central Park, Salt Lake, Kolkata, West Bengal (WB) marked India’s seventh recorded wasp species.

About the Discovery of Lamellipalpodes: 
Publication: The findings were published in the International Journal of Tropical Insect Science (IJTIS) (Springer-Nature) by six researchers Arnob Chakrovorty, N. Moinudheen, Banani Bhattacarjee, A. Abinesh, A. Samson, and N. Sadiq Ali.
Lamellipalpodes Genus: Established in 1921, Lamellipalpodes is a genus of non-luminous fireflies under the family Lampyridae and subfamily Ototretinae. It is found across India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Thailand and is distinguished by its broad terminal labial and maxillary palpomeres.
Tribute Names: Lamellipalpodes kurumba honors the Kurumba tribe for conserving Nilgiris biodiversity, while Lamellipalpodes debprasama pays tribute to the lead researchers’ parents.
Species Count: With this discovery, India now accounts for 5 of the 14 Lamellipalpodes species known globally.
Collaborative Study: The research was a joint effort by iForNature Nature Club Laboratory, Wildlife and Nature Conservation Trust (WNCT), Kalyani University, Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), and Pondicherry University (PU).
About the Discovery of New Wasp Species ‘Nesolynx banabitanae’
Publication: The findings were published in the Journal of the Korean Society of Applied Entomology.
Researcher: It was discovered by researchers Arnob Chakrovorty, Neveen S. Gadallah, Banani Bhattacharjee, Arjan Basu Roy, Sutrishna Halder, and Yuanyuan Han, with support from Nature Mates and the WB Forest Department.
Family: Eulophidae – known for diverse parasitic behaviours
Type: Hyperparasitoid – parasitises other parasitoid wasps
Etymology: Named banabitanae after “Banabitan”, the local Bengali name for Central Park
Significance: The discovery enriches India’s parasitic wasp biodiversity records, offers insights into hyperparasitoid behavior and urban ecology.
About West Bengal (WB):
Chief Minister (CM)- Mamata Banerjee
Governor– C. V. Ananda Bose
Capital– Kolkata
National Park (NP) – Singalila NP, Neora Valley NP

OBITUARY

Former Chairman Emeritus of ‘Prestige’ TT Jagannathan Passed AwayOn October 9, 2025, T T Jagannathan, Chairman Emeritus of TTK Prestige Ltd., passed away in Bengaluru, Karnataka at the age of 82. Known as “The Kitchen Mogul,” he played a pivotal role in shaping TTK Prestige into a leading kitchen appliance brand and transforming it into a debt-free conglomerate.

About TT Jagannathan:
Overview: T.T. Jagannathan was a transformative leader in India’s kitchen appliance industry and played a pivotal role in making TTK Prestige a household name. His focus on innovation, quality, and safety established Prestige as a trusted Indian brand.
Early Career: In the early 1970s, T.T. Jagannathan became the Managing Director (MD) of TTK Prestige (then Prestige Pressure Cookers) during a critical financial phase. His mandate was to revive and rebuild the company from near collapse through restructuring and innovation.
Reforms:He modernized manufacturing processes, implemented scientific production systems, and prioritized brand reliability and customer safety. He designed the globally acclaimed “Gasket Release System” — a pressure cooker safety innovation that prevented explosions by safely releasing steam.
Leadership: Under his leadership, TTK Prestige evolved into a globally recognized kitchen solutions brand, expanding into non-stick cookware, gas stoves, induction cooktops, and mixer grinders.
He became Chairman in 1975, joined the Board in 1984, and later served as Executive and Non-Executive Chairman.
In March 2025, he was named Chairman Emeritus, honoring his lifetime contributions, and retired as Non-Executive Promoter Director in August 2025.
Author: He authored the book “Disrupt and Conquer: How TTK Prestige Became a Billion-Dollar Company”, detailing the company’s turnaround and growth journey.
Awards: In 1996, he won the “Distinguished Alumnus Award” at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Madras, Chennai (Tamil Nadu, TN).

• In 2025, he received the 2024 Hurun India Legacy Leadership Award at The Most Respected Entrepreneur Awards 2025 from Omniyat and Hurun India.

About TTK Prestige Limited:
It was established as TT Private Limited in Chennai by T.T. Krishnamachari. It launched India’s first microwave-compatible Prestige Pressure Cooker.
Chairman – T.T. Raghunathan
Headquarters – Bengaluru, Karnataka
Established – 1955

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy Launches “Maine Cancer Ko Jeet Liya” by Dr. P. Vijay Anand Reddy
On October 09, 2025, Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, Ministry of Coals and Mines (MoM), launched the book titled “Maine Cancer Ko Jeet Liye” (I am a Cancer Survivor) by Dr. Palakonda Vijay Anand Reddy at Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi, Delhi.

•  The book was published by Penguin Random House India.

About Maine Cancer Ko Jeet Liya:
Content of the Book: The book presents 108 inspiring stories of cancer survivors, each reflecting extraordinary courage, perseverance, and the triumph of hope over despair.
Translations:  Originally written in English, the book has been translated into Hindi by Dr. R. Suman Latha and Dr. T. C. Vasanta, and into Telugu by Dr. Durgempudi Chandrasekhar Reddy and Dr. Govindaraju Chakradhar, enabling these stories to reach a wider audience across India.

IMPORTANT DAYS

World Migratory Bird Day 2025 – October 11The United Nations (UN)’s World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) is biannually observed across the globe on the 2nd Saturday of May and October to raise awareness and promote global conservation of migratory birds.

• The WMBD 2025 falls on 10th May 2025 and 11th October 2025.

WMBD 2024 was observed on 11th May 2024 and 12th October 2024.
WMBD 2026 will be observed on 9th May 2026 and 10th October 2026.

Theme: 
2025 Theme: “Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities & Communities”
Focus: To promote urban and community spaces that support migratory birds.
Background: 
Origin: The initiative began in the United States of America (USA) in 1993 as International Migratory Bird Day (IMBD), established by the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center in Washington, D.C., USA
Organizers: WMBD is jointly organized by the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), the African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbird Agreement (AEWA), and Environment for the Americas (EFTA).

• 2025 celebrates 30 years of AEWA, uniting countries and organizations to protect migratory waterbirds and their habitats.

First Observance: The first official WMBD took place on April 8–9, 2006, at the ‘Ol Ari Nyiro’ wildlife reserve in Kenya, hosted by conservationist Kuki Gallmann.
Expanded Partnership: In 2023, the East Asian–Australasian Flyway Partnership (EAAFP) joined the initiative to boost conservation along the flyway.
Why May and October?
May Observance: Observed in the USA and Canada on the second Saturday of May, to mark spring migration north to breeding grounds.
October Observance: Celebrated in Mexico, Central & South America, and the Caribbean on the second Saturday of October, to mark autumn migration south to wintering habitats.
2025 Report:
Report: According to CMS’s ‘State of the World’s Migratory Species’ report,
1 in 5 migratory species is threatened, and 44% have declining populations, highlighting conservation concerns.
Status: 48% of listed birds are declining and just 13% are increasing, underscoring urgent conservation action (BirdLife International 2025).
2025 Poster Illustration:
Poster: The official WMBD 2025 poster, created by Annamaria Savarino Drago of Mexico, features birds in urban settings.
Symbolism: It represents the coexistence of wildlife and human habitats, highlighting harmony between nature and cities.

World Mental Health Day 2025– October 10World Mental Health Day (WMHD) is observed globally every year on 10th October  to raise awareness and promote support for mental health.
Theme: 
2025 Theme:  “Access to services – mental health in catastrophes and emergencies”
Focus: The theme emphasizes the need for individuals to safeguard their mental well-being during times of global uncertainty and instability.

Background:
Origin: WMHD was initiated in 1992 as an annual activity by the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH), under the leadership of then Deputy Secretary-General Richard Hunter.
First Observation: The first WMHD was observed on 10th October 1992.
WHO’s Role: Since 2013, the World Health Organization (WHO) has been leading and organizing the global campaign for WMHD.
Symbol: The green ribbon is the global symbol of mental health, representing hope, strength, and support.
Keyfacts:
Conflict Zone Impact: Around 1 in 5 people in conflict areas experience mental health conditions, with fear, anxiety, or sadness as normal stress responses.
Migrants & Refugees:By 2024, over 123 million were forcibly displaced, facing stress from conflict, displacement, and integration, with 71% in resource-strained countries.
2025 Events:
WMHD 2025 Webinar: A webinar on “Access to Mental Health in Emergencies” was held for WMHD 2025 to emphasize mental health support during crises.
WFMH World Congress on Mental Health 2025:
The WFMH World Congress on Mental Health 2025 will be held in Barcelos, Portugal, from October 30 to November 1, 2025, in a hybrid format (in-person and virtual).

• Theme: “Mental Health and Social Sustainability: A Whole Society and Community-Based Approach.”
• The biennial congress, first held in 1948, is co-organized by the Municipality of Barcelos and the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH).

About World Federation for Mental Health(WFMH):
President-   Tsuyoshi Akiyama
Headquarters- Virginia, the United States of America (USA)
Established– 1948

STATE NEWS

Gujarat declares 2025 as “Year of Urban Development”
In October 2025, the Gujarat government has officially declared 2025 as the “Year of Urban Development” , commemorating two decades since the launch of the Well-Planned City Development Project initiated by Prime Minister(PM) Narendra Modi in 2005.

About Year of Urban Development:
Urban Development: As part of the project Gujarat has sanctioned Rs.8,220 crores for urban development,including the Vikas Path initiative.
Awards: During the event, Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation(GMC) in Gujarat, was recognized as the “Cleanest City”, while Surat(Gujarat) received the First Nirmal Gujarat Award.

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