HPSC HCS Current Affairs — All time
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Sat, 01 Nov 2025
Rajnath Singh at 12th ADMM-Plus in Kuala Lumpur: India's Indo-Pacific stand not against any country
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told the 12th ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on 1 November 2025 that India's emphasis on rule of law and freedom of navigation and overflight in the Indo-Pacific is not against any country.
Mandaviya launches EPFO's Employees' Enrolment Scheme 2025 on 73rd Foundation Day
Labour Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya launched the Employees' Enrolment Scheme 2025 at the 73rd Foundation Day of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) in New Delhi on 1 November 2025.
Sanjay Garg takes charge as Director General of Bureau of Indian Standards
Sanjay Garg, a 1994-batch IAS officer of the Kerala cadre, assumed charge as Director General of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), India's National Standards Body, with effect from 1 November 2025.
Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada begins nationwide, 1–15 November 2025
The Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada, a fortnight of events from 1 to 15 November 2025 honouring tribal freedom fighters, began across the country as part of the year-long observance of the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
New Navy Chief of Personnel and Chief of Materiel, and new CGDA take charge
Vice Admiral Gurcharan Singh took charge as the Indian Navy's Chief of Personnel and Vice Admiral B. Sivakumar as its 40th Chief of Materiel on 1 November 2025, while Vishvajit Sahay assumed charge as Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) the same day.
CCPA fines Dikshant IAS and Abhimanu IAS ₹8 lakh each for misleading advertisements
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) said on 1 November 2025 that it had imposed penalties of ₹8 lakh each on coaching centres Dikshant IAS and Abhimanu IAS for misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Fri, 31 Oct 2025
India and US sign 10-year framework for major defence partnership in Kuala Lumpur
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth signed a 10-year 'framework for the US-India major defence partnership' in Kuala Lumpur on 31 October 2025.
India wins best-ever 48 medals at Asian Youth Games 2025 in Manama
India finished sixth with a best-ever 48 medals (13 gold, 18 silver, 17 bronze) as the Asian Youth Games 2025 closed in Manama, Bahrain, on 31 October 2025.
Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan sets three Guinness World Records
The Union Health Ministry said on 31 October 2025 that the Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan had earned three Guinness World Records titles.
Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2025 awarded to 1,466 personnel
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced on 31 October 2025 that 1,466 personnel of States, UTs, CAPFs and CPOs will receive the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak for 2025.
Thu, 30 Oct 2025
AI and Computational Thinking to be taught in all schools from Class 3 from 2026-27
The Ministry of Education said on 30 October 2025 that Artificial Intelligence and Computational Thinking will be introduced in schools from Class 3 onwards, starting in the 2026-27 academic session.
India and Chile conclude third round of CEPA negotiations in Santiago
The third round of negotiations for an India-Chile Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was held in Santiago, Chile, from 27 to 30 October 2025.
Model Youth Gram Sabha initiative launched to teach students grassroots democracy
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj launched the Model Youth Gram Sabha initiative in New Delhi on 30 October 2025 to give school students hands-on experience of grassroots democracy.
67th Akashvani Sangeet Sammelan to be held in 24 cities from 2 to 29 November
Prasar Bharati announced on 30 October 2025 that the 67th Akashvani Sangeet Sammelan will be held across 24 cities from 2 to 29 November 2025.
India and Sri Lanka hold first Joint Working Group meeting on agriculture
India and Sri Lanka held their first Joint Working Group meeting on agriculture at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi, on 30 October 2025.
States adopt New Delhi Resolution on NeVA 2025 at third national conference on e-Vidhan
States adopted the 'New Delhi Resolution on NeVA 2025' as the third National Conference on the National e-Vidhan Application ended in New Delhi on 30 October 2025.
NHAI cuts cost of toll collection by ₹2,062 crore in FY 2024-25
The National Highways Authority of India said on 30 October 2025 that its cost of toll collection at public-funded plazas fell by ₹2,062 crore in FY 2024-25.
Wed, 29 Oct 2025
India's installed power capacity crosses 500 GW; non-fossil sources over 51%
The Ministry of Power said on 29 October 2025 that India's installed electricity capacity reached 500.89 GW as of 30 September 2025, with non-fossil sources making up over 51%.
President Droupadi Murmu flies Rafale at Ambala, first President to fly in two IAF fighters
President Droupadi Murmu took a sortie in a Rafale fighter at Air Force Station Ambala, Haryana, on 29 October 2025, becoming the first President of India to fly in two IAF fighter aircraft.
14th round of commercial coal mine auctions launched with Underground Coal Gasification provisions for the first time
The Ministry of Coal launched the 14th round of commercial coal mine auctions on 29 October 2025, offering 41 mines and including Underground Coal Gasification provisions for the first time.
India and Nepal sign agreements for two 400 kV cross-border transmission lines
POWERGRID and the Nepal Electricity Authority signed agreements in New Delhi on 29 October 2025 to build the Inaruwa-New Purnea and Lamki (Dododhara)-Bareilly 400 kV cross-border transmission systems.
PM Modi speaks to Japan's new PM Sanae Takaichi, the country's first woman Prime Minister
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on 29 October 2025 to congratulate her on taking office and discuss the India-Japan partnership.
Coal Ministry launches Koyla Shakti dashboard and CLAMP land portal
Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy launched the Koyla Shakti dashboard and the CLAMP coal land acquisition portal on 29 October 2025.
India joins 12th SCO Justice Ministers' Meeting; Joint Statement adopted
Law Minister of State (Independent Charge) Arjun Ram Meghwal joined the 12th Justice Ministers' Meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation by video on 29 October 2025, where a Joint Statement was adopted.
Tue, 28 Oct 2025
Cabinet approves Terms of Reference of 8th Central Pay Commission headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai
The Union Cabinet approved the Terms of Reference of the 8th Central Pay Commission on 28 October 2025; the Commission, headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, must report within 18 months.
Index of Industrial Production grows 4.0% in September 2025, led by manufacturing
The Index of Industrial Production grew 4.0% year-on-year in September 2025, driven by 4.8% growth in manufacturing, according to the quick estimate released on 28 October 2025.
NITI Aayog releases twin reports on India's services sector under its Services Thematic Series
NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R. Subrahmanyam on 28 October 2025 launched two reports on India's services sector, covering GVA trends and employment trends with state-level dynamics.
Cabinet approves Nutrient Based Subsidy rates for Rabi 2025-26 on P&K fertilisers, about ₹37,952 crore
The Union Cabinet on 28 October 2025 approved Nutrient Based Subsidy rates on phosphatic and potassic fertilisers for Rabi 2025-26, with a tentative outlay of about ₹37,952.29 crore.
MY Bharat platform crosses 2 crore registrations
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports said on 28 October 2025 that the Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) platform has crossed 2 crore registrations.