Today Current Affairs 31 October 2025, featuring key national and international updates. Turkey marked its 102nd Republic Day with grand celebrations, Uttar Pradesh announced its 76th district, and James Anderson received a knighthood for his cricketing legacy. Stay informed with the top news, government launches, and global events of the day – all in one place.
1. Turkey Celebrates 102nd Republic Day
Key Highlights:
- Turkish special operations police performed helicopter stunts in Istanbul.
- Celebrations marked the 102nd anniversary of the Turkish Republic.
- Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
2. Kiren Rijiju Praises Urdu as the Most Beautiful Language
Key Highlights:
- Union Minister: Kiren Rijiju
- Event: 105th Foundation Day of Jamia Millia Islamia
- Ministry: Minority Affairs
- Location: New Delhi
3. Uttar Pradesh to Get 76th District – Kalyan Singh Nagar
Key Highlights:
- UP government announced Kalyan Singh Nagar as the 76th district, carved from Atriauli, Gangiri (Aligarh) and Dibai (Bulandshahr) tehsils.
Sample MCQ:
- Q. What is the name of Uttar Pradesh’s newly announced 76th district?
4. Digital Boost for Coal Sector: Launch of ‘Koyla Shakti Dashboard’ & ‘CLAMP Portal’
Key Highlights:
- Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy launched the ‘Koyla Shakti Dashboard’ and ‘CLAMP Portal’ in New Delhi via video conference.
- Sample MCQ:
- Q. Which ministry launched the ‘Koyla Shakti Dashboard’ and ‘CLAMP Portal’?
5. Hurricane Melissa Hits Eastern Cuba
Key Highlights:
- Hurricane Melissa (Category 3) made landfall in eastern Cuba.
- Mass evacuations in provinces — Granma, Santiago de Cuba, Guantanamo, Holguin, and Las Tunas.
6. Chennai to Become a Major Cruise Hub
Key Highlights:
- Waterways Leisure Tourism Ltd., which operates Cordelia Cruises, will make Chennai its home port.
- Chennai is set to emerge as a cruise hub with more ships connecting new destinations in the coming years.
Static CA:
- Sunil Paliwal, Chairman of Indian Ports Association, noted Tamil Nadu is the only state with three major ports — Kamarajar Port, Chennai Port, V.O. Chidambaranar Port
Sample MCQ:
- Q. Which city is set to become India’s next major cruise hub with Cordelia Cruises making it a home port?
7. James Anderson Receives Knighthood for Services to Cricket
Key Highlights:
- England’s legendary fast bowler James Anderson was knighted by Princess Anne at Windsor Castle for his contribution to cricket.
Static CA:
- Announced In: Rishi Sunak’s resignation honours list (April 2025)
- Total Test Wickets: 704 (Most by a pace bowler, 3rd overall)
- Test Debut: 2003
- County Team: Lancashire
- Retired From Tests: July 2024
8. 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit & Mayors’ Forum (2025 APCS) Opens in Dubai
Key Highlights:
- Summit: Asia Pacific Cities Summit & Mayors’ Forum
- Venue: Expo City Dubai, UAE
- Dates: 27–29 October 2025
- Scope: Cities, mayors, policymakers, business and innovation leaders
- First edition in MEASA (Middle East, Africa, South Asia) region
- First time the summit is hosted in the Middle East, Africa & South Asia region.
- Theme: “Collaborate. Inspire. Transform.” with key sub-themes: Centres of Connection, Centres of Solutions, Centres of Resilience
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