1 Women’s ODI rankings: Smriti Mandhana tops
Smriti Mandhana has consolidated her position as the No. 1 batsman in women’s ODI cricket, thanks to her century against New Zealand . Following her impressive performance in the World Cup, Mandhana’s rating is the best of her career so far. Her partner Pratika Raval has jumped 12 places. Smriti Mandhana scored an unbeaten 34 against Bangladesh after scoring 109 against New Zealand. Mandhana is at the top with 828 rating points , while second-placed Ash Gardner (731) is 97 points behind her. On the other hand, South African captain Laura Wolvaardt has jumped two places to reach the third spot, having recently scored 90 against Pakistan and 31 against Australia.
2 PM Modi declares 2026 as ‘ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation’
During the 22nd ASEAN-India Summit held on 26 October 2025 , Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the year 2026 will be celebrated as the “ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation .” This announcement reflects India’s desire to further deepen its maritime, security, economic, and cultural ties with ASEAN, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
3 Hindustan Aeronautics Limited signs MoU with Russian public sector company United Aircraft Corporation for manufacturing SJ-100 civil aircraft in India
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Russia ‘s United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) for the production of the SJ-100 civil commuter aircraft . The agreement was signed in Moscow by HAL’s Prabhat Ranjan and UAC’s Oleg Bogomolov , in the presence of HAL CMD D.K. Sunil and UAC Director General Vadim Badeka. The SJ-100 is a twin-engine narrow-body aircraft , with over 200 aircraft in operation with 16 airlines worldwide. HAL stated that this partnership will give a new direction to India’s regional aviation sector and promote short-haul connectivity under the UDAN scheme . The agreement grants HAL the rights to manufacture the aircraft. This is a historic step in India’s aviation history, as for the first time a complete passenger aircraft will be manufactured in the country. Previously, HAL manufactured the Avro HS748 aircraft between 1961 and 1988.
4 1000-year-old artefacts found during excavation near Villupuram village in Tamil Nadu
Archaeological discoveries near Kooteripattu in Villupuram district in Tamil Nadu have uncovered stone artefacts dating back nearly 1,000 years to the Chola period. Identified during a recent field survey by Villupuram historian Senguttuvan , the ancient artefacts were found in and around Alagramam village , already known for its historical significance. They include intricately carved statues of Vaishnavi deities, Kaumari, and a Buddhist figure , each believed to date back to around the 10th century AD. Experts say the discovery sheds new light on the region’s religious diversity and the artistic excellence that flourished during the Chola period.
5 PM Modi’s book ‘The Modi Story: Reflections on Leadership and Life’ goes live on Amazon
A book on the ideals and values of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ‘s life , ‘ The Modi Story: Reflections on Leadership and Life ‘ , has gone live on Amazon . Giving this information on Tuesday , Blue Kraft Digital Foundation said that readers can now buy and read this book from the online shopping platform Amazon. “Based on the voices and rare recollections of 15,000 people, this book offers a unique perspective on PM Modi’s leadership, his approach to governance, institution-building and engagement with the world,” Blue Kraft Digital Foundation said in a post on the social media platform X. The book ‘The Modi Story: Reflections on Leadership and Life’ introduces the ideals and values of PM Modi, which played a significant role in shaping his public life.
6 Delhi Metro’s Maujpur-Majlis Park corridor to receive prestigious ICI Award
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has achieved another major milestone. The Chennai- based Indian Concrete Institute (ICI) has announced the prestigious ICI Award for the year 2025 to the DMRC . This honor will be given to the metro corridor connecting Maujpur to Majlis Park in the category of ” Outstanding Prestressed Concrete Structure Award in the Country .” The award will be formally presented to the DMRC during the quinquennial conference, ACCON, to be held in Hyderabad in December. The Maujpur-Majlis Park corridor is a key part of the Delhi Metro’s Phase IV expansion. It is an extension of the existing Pink Line and, upon completion, will become the country’s first circular ring metro line.
7 Startup Accelerator WaveX Collaborates with T-Hub, the World’s Largest Startup Hub, to Shape the Future of Indian Media-Tech Entrepreneurs
WaveX, a startup accelerator under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting , Government of India, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with T-Hub, the world’s largest startup hub, to foster India’s creative, content, and media-technology startup ecosystem . This collaboration is expected to benefit Indian startups by providing structured incubation, mentorship, and access to infrastructure and networks. Supported by T-Hub as the anchor institution, WaveX will establish 10 incubation centers across India under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. These centers will serve as innovation hubs for startups and creators in the AVGC-XR ecosystem. WaveX is a dedicated startup accelerator platform launched under the Waves initiative of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, aimed at fostering innovation in the media and entertainment sectors. At the Waves Summit held in Mumbai in May 2025, WaveX provided pitching and networking opportunities to over 100 promising startups, enabling direct engagement with government agencies, investors, and industry leaders. T-Hub is the world’s largest startup hub, supporting over 2,000 startups through curated programs, market access, funding opportunities, and world-class infrastructure.
8 Jamaica to be hit by Hurricane Melissa, the strongest storm in eight years
Jamaica is about to face this year’s strongest hurricane, Melissa . The storm is currently moving at 175 mph , making it a Category 5 hurricane . Hurricane Melissa has already killed four people in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The US National Hurricane Center (NHC) says it is more dangerous than Hurricane Katrina in 2005 (Puerto Rico) and Maria in 2017 (New Orleans, USA) . Category 5 is considered the most dangerous category of hurricane, with wind speeds exceeding 252 kilometers per hour (or 157 miles per hour). High waves and storm tides can reach several meters in height, causing heavy flooding in coastal areas.
9 Indo-Pacific Dialogue: Experts from 23 countries brainstorm on maritime security
The Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2025, being held in New Delhi under the joint auspices of the Indian Navy and the National Maritime Foundation, is a premier international forum for the Indian Navy. This forum reflects India’s strategy to strengthen peace, security, and sustainable development in the Indo-Pacific region. Experts from 23 countries are participating in the Indo-Pacific Regional Dialogue 2025. This dialogue is a major step towards the Indian Navy’s international partnerships and India’s vision of a secure, stable, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. It is moving beyond dialogue and developing concrete solutions for shared development and security.
10 Stellarus to launch world’s first 3D wind data satellite network
In a landmark move in the field of climate and space technology , Hong Kong -based startup Stellerus Technology has announced a project called the “ Feilin Constellation ” – the world’s first satellite network to capture three-dimensional (3D) wind data . This ambitious project, named after the ancient Chinese wind god Feilian , is set to revolutionize the way atmospheric dynamics are understood globally. This technology will have far-reaching implications for areas such as renewable energy, aviation safety, disaster management, and insurance modeling. Currently, 3D wind data (wind speed, direction, and vertical movement) is one of the most essential yet least measured components of meteorology.
11 Japan launches world’s first yen-based stablecoin ‘JPYC’
In a historic step toward global digital finance, Japan officially launched the world’s first yen-pegged stablecoin, called ” JPYC ,” on October 27, 2025. This move is considered a major shift from Japan’s traditional cash- and credit-card-based economy to a digital financial ecosystem. This digital token , issued by Tokyo-based startup JPYC Inc. , is fully backed by Japanese yen and government bonds (JGBs) . Transaction fees are zero during the launch phase. JPYC is a blockchain-based stablecoin, a digital token designed to maintain a stable rate of 1 Japanese yen = 1 JPYC . It is backed by household savings and Japanese government securities, providing stability and government credibility. The company plans to issue up to 10 trillion yen (approximately $66 billion) worth of tokens over the next three years. JPYC aims to make it a cheap, fast, and secure digital medium for international payments and startups.
12 World Wrestling Championships: Sujeet Kalkal wins gold in men’s freestyle 65 kg category
Sujeet Kalkal won the gold medal in the men’s freestyle 65 kg category at the Under-23 World Wrestling Championships in Serbia . He defeated Umidjon Jalolov of Uzbekistan 10-0 in the title bout. The bout lasted four minutes and 54 seconds, and the referee declared the Indian wrestler the winner. This is Kalkal’s first world title. He has previously won two Under-23 Asian titles and one Under-20 Asian Championship gold medal. Previously, the Indian women’s wrestling team won five bronze and two silver medals in the same event, and also secured the team championship title . Sujeet’s medal is India’s only medal at this year’s Under-23 Senior Men’s World Wrestling Championships .
13 Asian Youth Games: India’s Dhanidhi Desinghu sets new national record in 400m freestyle
In swimming , India’s Dhanidhi Desinghu set a new national record in the 400m freestyle at the 2025 Asian Youth Games in Bahrain . Dhanidhi broke her own record of 4 :24.6s, finishing fifth in the final with a time of 4 :21.86s. In the same event, India’s Aditi Satish Hegde finished seventh with a time of 4:32s.
14 International Animation Day 2025
International Animation Day (IAD) is celebrated worldwide every year on 28 October . This day is dedicated to the art of animation and is celebrated with great enthusiasm in more than 50 countries. The initiative is led by ASIFA (Association Internationale du Film d’Animation) . This day commemorates the first public animation screening in Paris in 1892 by Émile Reynaud through his Théâtre Optique apparatus – which laid the foundation for modern animation.