October 21, 2025

Daily Current Affairs

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Current Context : The Telangana government has recently initiated the sub-classification of Scheduled Castes (SCs) into four sub-groups (A, B, C, and D) to ensure equitable distribution of reservation benefits.

  • Aim : to address grievances about unequal access to reservations within the SC community in Telangana, ensuring a more scientifically sound and fair approach to reservations for different SC sub-groups​
  • Judicial Commission: Led by Justice Shameem Akhtar, tasked with completing an inquiry in 60 days using census data to recommend a balanced reservation approach.

OBJECTIVES OF THE COMMISSION

  • Conducting a sub-classification of SCs to ensure fairness.
  • Grouping similar sub-castes based on scientific data and methods.
  • Using census information and other available data to create accurate groupings.
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Current Context : Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve is set to become the first tiger reserve in the world to offer an aerial safari via a ropeway system.

  • The ropeway, being developed by the French company POMA SAS, will allow visitors to experience the reserve’s4 sq. km landscape.

ABOUT TADOBA-ANDHARI TIGER RESERVE:

  • Situated in Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) is Maharashtra’s largest and oldest tiger reserve.
  • Named after Tadoba, a local deity, and Andhari River, which flows through the forest.
  • Total area: 4 sq. km.
  • It comprises Tadoba National Park (116.55 sq. km) and Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary (508.85 sq. km).
  • It connects with Nagzira-Navegaon and Pench Tiger Reserves.
  • It falls under the Central Plateau province of the Deccan Peninsula, with Southern Tropical Dry Deciduous
  • Vegetation includes teak, bamboo, and medicinal plants like Beheda and Bija.
  • There are two lakes and one waterway in the reserve, Tadoba Lake, Kolsa Lake, and the Tadoba River.
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Saryu River

Current Context : Recently, a 35-year-old woman died after drowning in the Saryu River in Kapkot.

ABOUT SARYU RIVER:

  • Location & Origin: The Saryu River originates from the foothills of the Himalayas, near Sarmool in Uttarakhand.
  • Course: It flows through Kapkot, Bageshwar, and Seraghat towns before merging with the Sharada (Kali) River at Pancheshwar on the India-Nepal border.
  • Significance in Mythology: The river is sacred in Hinduism, mentioned in the Vedasand Ramayana.
  • Ayodhya, the birthplace of Lord Rama, is located on its banks.
  • Tributaries: include Gomati, Ramganga, and Panar rivers.
  • Religious Importance: The river is crucial for religious rituals, especially in
  • Lower Course: In Uttar Pradesh, the lower Ghaghara River is commonly called the Sarayu.​
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Chaukhamba Peak

Current Context : The Indian Air Force recently rescued two foreign mountaineers stranded during the expedition to Chaukhamba-3 peak.

ABOUT CHAUKHAMBA PEAK:

  • Location: Chaukhamba is part of the Garhwal Himalayas in Uttarakhand, west of the holy town of Badrinath.
  • It consists of four peaks—Chaukhamba I, II, III, and IV with elevations ranging from 7,138 meters (Chaukhamba I) to 6,854 meters (Chaukhamba IV).
  • Prominence: Chaukhamba I is the highest peak at 7,138 meters and serves as the eastern anchor of the Gangotri glacier.
  • First climbed in 1952 by Swiss mountaineers Lucien George and Victor Russenberger.
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World Spine Day

Observed on October 16.

  • Purpose: Raises awareness about the global burden of spinal pain and disability.
  • Aim : to promote better spine health and highlight the importance of prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
  • Theme : Support Your Spine
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World Food Day

Celebrated annually on October 16.

  • Aim : to inspire efforts towards achieving food sustainability and addressing global hunger through various events and activities worldwide.
  • Theme: Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future.
  • Significance: Commemorates the establishment of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)by the United Nations in 1945.
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Kullu Dussehra festival

The seven-day Kullu Dussehra festival began on October 13, 2024, with the traditional Rath Yatra led by Maheshwar Singh, a descendant of the Kullu royal family.

ABOUT

  • It dates back to the 17th century, when King Jagat Singh installed the idol of Lord Raghunath as the ruling deity of Kullu after a personal act of penance.
  • Uniqueness: Unlike other Dussehra celebrations, Kullu Dussehra does not involve burning effigies of Ravana. Instead, it focuses on worshipping Lord Raghunath, and around 300 local deities gather to pay homage.
  • There is no enactment of Ramleela or the burning of effigies of Ravana, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnath.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 19th East Asia Summit (EAS) held in Vientiane, Lao PDR, from October 10-11, 2024.

During the event, leaders exchanged views on regional cooperation, stability, and prosperity, focusing on issues such as maritime security, digital economy, connectivity, and climate change.

ABOUT EAST ASIA SUMMIT (EAS)

  • Established in 2005, the EAS is a forum for dialogue on broad strategic, political, and economic issues.
  • Members: It includes 18 countries—10 ASEAN member states and eight other key partners, including India, China, Japan, South Korea, the US, Russia, Australia, and New Zealand.
  • Focus: The summit promotes peace, stability, and economic prosperity in East Asia, with a particular focus on regional cooperation across a wide array of sectors, including trade, security, and environment.
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MLALAD Fund

Recently, the Delhi Cabinet has approved a 50% increase in the MLA-LAD (Local Area Development) funds, raising the annual allocation per legislator from ₹10 crore to ₹15 crore.

ABOUT MLALAD FUND

  • It is modeled on a similar programme for MPs, providing funding for each constituency directly from the government.
  • It provides funding for local development projects proposed by MLAs, such as repairing roads, installing streetlights, and improving public spaces like parks
  • Although MLAs do not directly receive the funds, they can recommend projects to the Deputy Commissioner for approval.
  • Developmental Focus: Projects must be of developmental nature and capable of being completed within a financial year, focusing on durable infrastructure.
  • Allocation: Funds are released annually as grant-in-aid, enabling districts to implement the projects.
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World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) of International Telecommunication Union (ITU) will be held in New Delhi from October 14 to 24, 2024.

  • Organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), specifically its Telecommunication Standardization Sector (ITU-T), which is responsible for developing international telecom standards.
  • Purpose: WTSA defines the work programs and methods of ITU-T study groups for the next four years. It is a critical platform for developing global telecom standards, influencing the future of 5G, 6G, and other emerging technologies.​
  • Participants: More than 190 countries are expected to participate, along with 1,800 to 2,000 delegates from governments, the ICT industry, and standardization bodies.​
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