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CURRENT AFFAIRS : BANKING, FINANCE & BUSINESS

Curie Money and ICICI Prudential AMC Launch Innovative Platform Merging Liquid Funds, Instant Redemption, and UPI

  • Curie Money, in partnership with ICICI Prudential AMC, has launched a first-of-its-kind solution that combines liquid funds, instant redemption, and UPI in one platform.
  • The partnership allows retail investors to grow their money steadily while maintaining instant access without any lock-ins or penalties.
  • Investors can instantly redeem up to 90% of their invested amount, with a daily cap of ₹50,000.
  • Curie Money has integrated ICICI Prudential AMC’s Liquid Fund with instant redemption and UPI functionality, providing a seamless user experience.
  • Investors can earn returns from ICICI Prudential’s Liquid Fund and instantly use redeemed funds for UPI payments.

Ageas Federal Life Insurance and CSB Bank Launch SME Bancassurance Partnership to Broaden Life Insurance Reach

  • Ageas Federal Life Insurance has partnered with CSB Bank to launch an SME Bancassurance partnership aimed at expanding life insurance coverage among Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and individual entrepreneurs across India.
  • The partnership will enable CSB Bank customers to access comprehensive financial solutions that integrate credit, savings, and life insurance for better financial protection.
  • Through this collaboration, SME customers can avail customized life insurance solutions that ensure business continuity, wealth protection, and family financial security.
  • CSB Bank, with 834 branches and 800 ATMs nationwide, is evolving into a new-age private sector bank offering seamless borrowing, saving, and investment services.
  • The integration of Ageas Federal’s protection products with CSB Bank’s loan and SME credit offerings aims to promote a protection-led financial ecosystem for customers.

Reserve Bank of India Lifts ₹10,000 Crore Lending Cap on Single Corporate Borrowers

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has removed the ₹10,000 crore ceiling on bank loans to a single corporate entity, allowing banks greater lending flexibility.
  • The earlier Guidelines on Enhancing Credit Supply for Large Borrowers (2016) were introduced to limit concentration risk and encourage corporates to diversify their funding sources.
  • RBI stated that bank funding profiles have evolved since 2016, leading to the withdrawal of these guidelines, with a draft circular for public feedback to be issued soon.
  • The Large Exposures Framework (LEF) will now manage concentration risk at the individual bank level, while systemic risk will be monitored using macroprudential tools.
  • Earlier, if banks exceeded the ₹10,000 crore cap, they were required to make higher provisions and apply increased risk weights, which affected capital allocation and lending capacity.

Standard Chartered and Bank of India Extend $215 Million Loan to AIFS for Leasing Six Boeing 777-300ER Aircraft to Air India

  • Standard Chartered and Bank of India (BoI) have provided a $215 million term loan facility to AI Fleet Services IFSC Ltd (AIFS) for financing six Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft to be leased to Air India.
  • AIFS, Air India’s leasing subsidiary based in GIFT City (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City), executed the first commercial aircraft finance transaction with a GIFT City borrower, showcasing GIFT City’s potential as an aviation finance hub.
  • Standard Chartered acted as the lead structuring bank, while Standard Chartered and Bank of India jointly served as Mandated Lead Arrangers and Bookrunners for the transaction.
  • The deal boosts India’s aviation finance sector and positions GIFT City as an emerging global center for aircraft leasing and financing.

Reserve Bank of India May Resume Granting New Licenses for Urban Cooperative Banks After Two Decades

  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is considering issuing fresh licenses for new Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) after more than 20 years.
  • The issuance of licenses was paused in 2004 due to the weak financial health of several UCBs.
  • As of March 2024, India had 1,472 UCBs, down from 1,926 in 2004, due to amalgamations, closures, and consolidation efforts by the RBI.
  • In FY 2023–24, UCBs’ deposit growth was 4.1%, and credit growth was 5.0%, both significantly lower than Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs).

Universal Sompo Partners with Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank to Offer General Insurance Across 26 Districts of Andhra Pradesh

  • Universal Sompo General Insurance Company has partnered with Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank (APGB) to provide a wide range of general insurance products across all 26 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
  • APGB operates through 1,351 branches, serving the rural and semi-urban population across the state.
  • Through this partnership, Universal Sompo aims to leverage the ‘State Insurance Plan’ to expand access to affordable insurance solutions in Andhra Pradesh.
  • Managing Director & CEO of Universal Sompo General Insurance : Sharad Mathur
  • Chairman of Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank : K. Pramod Kumar Reddy

FatakSecure Gets Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India Nod for Composite Corporate Agent License

  • FatakSecure, a subsidiary of FatakPay, has received approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) for a composite Corporate Agent License.
  • This regulatory milestone allows FatakPay to formally operate and expand its insurance vertical through FatakSecure.
  • FatakSecure is now authorised to offer motor, health, accident, life, corporate, and consumable insurance to millions of customers, including gig workers and blue-collar staff.
  • To obtain a composite corporate agent license, a company must have a minimum share capital of ₹50 lakh and maintain a net worth of at least ₹50 lakh at all times.

London-Based Fintech Revolut Launches in India, Entering One of the World’s Largest Digital Payments Markets

  • Revolut, a London-based digital finance firm, has launched operations in India, marking its entry into one of the world’s largest digital payments markets.
  • The platform enables domestic and international payments through tie-ups with UPI and Visa, initially serving 350,000 waitlisted customers before wider access.
  • Revolut aims to reach 20 million customers in India by 2030 as part of its global expansion strategy.
  • To comply with India’s data localisation requirements, Revolut has invested over £40 million to adapt its technology — the largest localisation investment made by the company in any country.

RBI FAQs-Cheque Truncation System

  • Truncation is the process of stopping the physical movement of cheques and instead transmitting their electronic images with relevant data (like MICR, date, presenting bank, etc.) to the paying branch through the clearing house.
  • Cheque Truncation System (CTS) eliminates the need for physical cheque movement, reduces cost and collection time, and ensures efficient and secure processing.
  • The presenting bank captures the cheque data and image using a Capture System that meets RBI’s technical standards under CTS.
  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) ensures data security, safety, and non-repudiation in CTS transactions.
  • The collecting bank digitally signs and encrypts cheque images before sending them to the Centralised Clearing House (CCH) via Clearing House Interface (CHI) or Data Exchange Module (DEM).

Key Highlights :

  • The Clearing House performs presentation clearing by processing cheque data and sending images to the paying bank, which can generate a return file for unpaid instruments.
  • The clearing cycle is complete after presentation and return clearing sessions are processed successfully.
  • Only CTS-2010 standard compliant cheques can be presented for clearing through CTS.
  • CTS-2010 Standard Cheques include security features like watermark, invisible bank logo, and void pantograph, and standardised field placement for easier image recognition.
  • Non-CTS cheques cannot be cleared under CTS but remain valid negotiable instruments; banks were advised to issue only CTS-2010 cheques from September 30, 2012.
  • CTS benefits customers through faster and cheaper fund realisation, treating cheques within a grid as local cheques and eliminating outstation charges.
  • Corporates can obtain cheque images from their banks for internal verification.
  • CTS implementation began in New Delhi (2008), Chennai (2011), and Mumbai (2013), consolidating cheque clearing into three grids – Chennai, Mumbai, and New Delhi.
  • Each CTS Grid covers multiple states:
    • Chennai Grid: Southern & Eastern states
    • Mumbai Grid: Western & Central states
    • New Delhi Grid: Northern & Eastern states
  • The One Nation, One Grid project aims to merge all three CTS grids into a single national grid, ensuring faster outstation cheque realisation and greater efficiency.
  • Customers must use image-friendly permanent ink and avoid alterations or corrections (except date correction) on cheques under CTS.
  • Altered cheques are not accepted under CTS; new cheque leaves should be used for corrections in payee name or amount.
  • Positive Pay System (PPS) introduced by NPCI adds an additional security layer to prevent cheque frauds by verifying cheque details before payment.
  • Banks must enable PPS for cheques of ₹50,000 and above, and may make it mandatory for cheques of ₹5 lakh and above.
  • Banks must ensure that stamps or markings do not obscure key cheque details during scanning, ensuring image clarity and data integrity.
  • Banks must also verify additional voluntary security features beyond CTS-2010 standards for enhanced protection.
  • Physical cheques are retained at the presenting bank for 10 years; customers can request certified images or the original cheque (with possible service charges).

CURRENT AFFAIRS: NATIONAL AND STATE NEWS

India Upgrades Technical Mission in Kabul to Full Embassy

  • India has upgraded its Technical Mission in Kabul to the Embassy of India in Afghanistan, marking the first formal diplomatic expansion since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021.
  • The decision followed a visit by Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi to India.
  • The upgraded embassy allows India to directly coordinate developmental projects, humanitarian assistance, capacity-building programs, and security cooperation in Afghanistan.
  • The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the mission will augment India’s contribution to Afghanistan’s comprehensive development in line with the priorities of Afghan society.

Key Highlights

  • The upgrade is influenced by high-level diplomatic dialogue, including public remarks by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasizing India’s commitment to Afghan people and past cooperation during crises.
  • India provided 20 ambulances and essential medical equipment as a goodwill gesture, reflecting continued support in healthcare and disaster relief.
  • Strategic considerations include addressing cross-border terrorism and strengthening regional security, with India underscoring the need for joint efforts against terrorism in all forms.
  • Implications of the upgrade: India is re-engaging pragmatically with Afghanistan without formally recognizing the Taliban-led government, allowing it to safeguard interests and support Afghan civilians.
  • The embassy facilitates the resumption or expansion of India’s developmental projects in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and social sectors, while reinforcing India’s geopolitical presence amid competing influences from China, Iran, Pakistan, and Russia.

India Advances Global Spice Standards: 8th Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs Session Finalizes Codex Guidelines

  • The 8th session of the Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs (CCSCH) finalized Codex standards for vanilla, large cardamom, and coriander, bringing the total to 19 international spice standards since 2013.
  • Codex standards, developed under the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC)—a joint initiative of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO)—protect consumer health and ensure fair international trade.
  • While not legally binding, they serve as benchmarks under the Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS) Agreement of the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Key Highlights

  • India plays a central role in the CCSCH, which was established in 2013 at India’s initiative, chaired by India, with the Spices Board (Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Kochi) acting as the secretariat. India’s leadership has standardized 19 spices in over a decade, strengthening global spice trade harmonization.
  • Vanilla is grown in Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, with global production in Madagascar, Indonesia, and Mexico. It requires 21–32°C temperature, 2000–2500 mm rainfall, and light, porous soil. Large cardamom, indigenous to the Eastern Himalayan region, is used as a culinary and medicinal spice, and standardization improves export quality and consistency.
  • Coriander, grown in India, Morocco, Russia, and Eastern Europe, benefits from enhanced international trade compliance and quality assessment.
  • Codex standardization ensures harmonized quality definitions, consumer protection from adulteration, facilitated global trade, and a stronger scientific basis for food inspections and phytosanitary certification. For India, it strengthens spice exports and enhances its influence in international trade regulations.

UDAN Scheme Completes Nine Years

  • UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik), India’s flagship initiative under the National Civil Aviation Policy, completed nine years on 21st October 2025.
  • The scheme is spearheaded by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and aims to make air travel affordable and accessible, enhancing regional connectivity.
  • Over nine years, UDAN has connected remote and underserved areas, facilitating 1.56 crore passengers through 3.23 lakh flights.
  • Achievements include: 649 routes operationalised, ₹4,300 crore disbursed as Viability Gap Funding (VGF), and ₹4,638 crore invested in regional airport development.
  • It has boosted regional economies and tourism, connecting 93 unserved/underserved airports, 15 heliports, and 2 water aerodromes.
  • UDAN promotes inclusive and sustainable growth.
  • The Expanded UDAN Framework extends the scheme beyond April 2027, with focus on hilly terrains, North-Eastern states, and aspirational districts, improving access to healthcare, education, and employment.
  • Under UDAN 5.5, innovations include seaplane and helicopter connectivity:
    • Letters of Intent issued for 150 new routes
    • Plans to connect 30 water aerodromes
    • Introduction of comprehensive guidelines for seaplane operations
  • These developments enhance tourism, logistics, and access for remote and ecologically sensitive areas.

Bathou Religion of Assam Granted Separate Census Code in India

  • The Bathou religion, practiced by the Bodo community of Assam, has been granted a distinct code in the upcoming national census, marking the first official recognition of its religious identity at the national level.
  • Bathou religion is an ancient spiritual practice centered on worship of nature and the five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and sky.
  • Its central symbol is the Sijou plant, representing Bathoubwrai, the supreme god, and rituals are deeply embedded in the Bodo community’s cultural life.
  • Previously, Bathou followers were grouped under “Others” in census records, which limited visibility of their distinct identity.
  • Promod Boro, leader of the United Peoples’ Party-Liberal (UPPL) and former Chief Executive Member of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC), expressed gratitude to Union Home Minister Amit Shah for fulfilling this long-standing demand.
  • The Registrar General of India has instructed census enumerators to record religions exactly as stated by respondents, ensuring all minority, tribal, and regional faiths, including Bathou, are fairly and distinctly represented.
  • The directive was officially communicated to Sarada Prasad Mashahari, Chairman of the Bathou Traditional and Cultural Centre, Kokrajhar, a key institution advocating for the religion’s recognition.

About Assam:

  • Chief Minister: Himanta Biswa Sarma
  • Capital: Dispur
  • Governor: Lakshman Prasad Acharya
  • National Parks: Kaziranga National Park, Manas National Park, Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
  • Wildlife Sanctuaries: Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, Orang National Park, Bura-Chapori Wildlife Sanctuary, Nameri Wildlife Sanctuary

RECENT NEWS

  • In a forward‑looking move, the Chief Minister of Assam recently launched the CM Flight programme aimed at empowering the youth of Assam to pursue global careers. The initiative underscores the state government’s resolve to equip young people with skills, exposure, and opportunities that bridge local talent and international job markets.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Peru Imposes 30-Day State of Emergency in Lima Amid Rising Crime and Unrest

  • Peru’s President José Jeri has declared a 30-day state of emergency in Lima and the adjacent province of Callao in response to rising crime and public unrest.
  • The declaration allows the Peruvian Armed Forces to assist police in maintaining law and order, following violent protests that left one dead and over 100 injured.
  • The emergency was triggered by mounting tensions and violent demonstrations over government inaction on crime and insecurity, as protesters demanded safety and economic stability.
  • The measure, approved by the Council of Ministers, authorizes military deployment in urban areas to support police operations and strengthen internal security.
  • Under the state of emergency, the government can suspend civil liberties, including freedom of movement and assembly, and exercise expanded search and seizure powers without court approval.
  • Troops are expected to patrol crime-prone districts in Lima and Callao, assist with security checkpoints, and support rapid-response operations.
  • Lima has witnessed a surge in violent crimes, including armed robberies, gang activity, and homicides, while Callao has seen a rise in drug-related violence and extortion.

About Peru :

  • President: José Jerí
  • Capital: Lima
  • Currency: Sol

CURRENT AFFAIRS: AWARDS AND HONOURS

India-UK Launch Ramanujan Junior Researchers Programme

  • India and the United Kingdom launched the Ramanujan Junior Researchers Programme, named after mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, to foster young Indian talent in theoretical sciences through collaboration with the London Institute for Mathematical Sciences (LIMS).
  • Announced during UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to India, the programme revives the 1913 collaboration between Ramanujan and G.H. Hardy, which had a global impact on mathematics.
  • Supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), the initiative allows Indian researchers to work in world-class research environments, inspired by Ramanujan’s journey from Madras to Cambridge.
  • The programme is implemented in two phases:
    • Phase 1 – Junior Visitors from JNCASR: Up to six PhD students from the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) will spend several months at LIMS, London, attending lectures, developing research ideas, and collaborating with senior theorists.
    • Phase 2 – Ramanujan Junior Fellowships: Expands the scheme across India, offering three-year fellowships to early-career researchers in theoretical physics and mathematics, enabling full-time research and independent projects with British counterparts.
  • The programme is intended to strengthen scientific ties between India and the UK and serve as a bridge between two science superpowers.

Masako Nozawa Becomes First Voice Actor Honored as Japan’s Person of Cultural Merit

  • Masako Nozawa, legendary voice behind Son Goku from the Dragon Ball franchise, has been selected as one of the 2025 Persons of Cultural Merit in Japan, becoming the first voice actor to receive this prestigious cultural award.
  • The award ceremony will be held on 3rd November 2025 at The Okura Tokyo hotel, honoring Nozawa alongside other cultural figures like manga creator Keiko Takemiya, actor Min Tanaka, and playwright Hideki Noda.

Key Highlights

  • Persons of Cultural Merit Award, established in 1951, is one of Japan’s highest cultural recognitions.
  • Recipients receive a lifetime government-sponsored pension of 3.5 million yen annually (approx. $23,300) for significant contributions to culture and arts. Past recipients include filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki.
  • Masako Nozawa, born in 1936, began acting at a young age and transitioned to voice acting in the early 1960s. She is famous for voicing Goku, Gohan, and Goten in all Dragon Ball series since 1986.
  • Other iconic roles include Kitaro in GeGeGe no Kitaro (1968, 1971), Medama-Oyaji in Kitaro: Kappa no Terraforming (2018 & 2023), and various voices in Doraemon.
  • Over a 60+ year career, Nozawa has become globally recognized among anime fans.
  • She holds two Guinness World Records for Dragon Ball: longest video game voice acting career and longest time voicing the same character in a video game, highlighting her dedication and legendary status.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: RANKING AND INDEX

India Ranks 9th Globally in Total Forest Area: Global Forest Resources Assessment 2025

  • India has moved up to 9th position globally in total forest area according to the Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) 2025 released by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Bali.
  • India continues to hold the 3rd position globally in annual forest area gain, reflecting consistent forest conservation and sustainable land management.
  • Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, credited the rise to public participation and robust environmental policies led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
  • Growth drivers include:
    • Central Government Schemes: Green India Mission, Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) funds, and the campaign “Ek Ped Ma Ke Naam” promoting mass tree plantation.
    • State Contributions: Plantation drives by states such as Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh.
    • Community Initiatives: Tribal participation, Panchayat-level forestry programs, and community-led forest regeneration.
  • Significance of India’s forest rank:
    • Climate Commitments: Forests act as carbon sinks, aiding India’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.
    • Biodiversity Conservation: Expansion supports ecosystems in the Western Ghats, Northeast, Himalayas, and Sundarbans.
    • Sustainable Livelihoods: Enhances rural and tribal employment through Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs) and eco-tourism.

Ministry of Mines Launches First State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) 2025

  • The Ministry of Mines launched the first-ever State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) and State Rankings 2025 to benchmark States on efficient and sustainable management of non-coal mineral resources, as announced in the Union Budget 2025–26.
  • SMRI assesses States based on reform-readiness, operational efficiency, and sustainability in the non-coal mining sector, serving as a data-driven reform benchmarking tool.

Key Highlights

  • Objectives include promoting competition, improving transparency in mineral auctions, and encouraging sustainable mining aligned with India’s climate and social responsibilities.
  • States are evaluated on four indicators: Auction Performance, Early Mine Operationalisation, Exploration Thrust, and Sustainable Mining Practices. States are grouped into Category A (mineral-rich), B (moderate resources), and C (low-endowment) to account for geographical disparities.
  • SMRI focuses on critical and strategic non-coal minerals like lithium, rare earth elements, bauxite, and iron ore, supporting energy transition, EV manufacturing, and green infrastructure.
  • State Rankings 2025:
    • Category A: Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat
    • Category B: Goa, Uttar Pradesh, Assam
    • Category C: Punjab, Uttarakhand, Tripura
  • SMRI provides policy benchmarking, boosts investor confidence, informs legislative reforms, and motivates States to align with national mineral security goals, contributing to India’s Vision 2047 of sustainable resource management.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : DEFENCE NEWS

Indian Navy’s INS Sahyadri Arrives in Japan to Join Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX) 2025

  • INS Sahyadri, a Shivalik-class stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, has arrived at Yokosuka, Japan, to participate in the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX) 2025, held from October 16–17, 2025.
  • The exercise marks a significant milestone in the expanding India-Japan defence partnership, reflecting deepening cooperation and strategic alignment between the two Indo-Pacific democracies.

Key Highlights :

  • INS Sahyadri, commanded by Captain Rajat Kumar, was received by R Madhu Sudan, India’s Charge d’Affaires in Tokyo, and Rear Admiral Yamaguchi Nobohisa, Chief of Staff, JMSDF Yokosuka District.
  • The exercise involved INS Sahyadri, along with Japanese assets JS Asahi (destroyer), JS Oumi (supply ship), and a submarine, supported by the 2nd Artillery Brigade (JGSDF) and Western Aircraft Control and Warning Wing (JASDF).
  • The joint operations were conducted west of Kyushu and focused on multi-domain coordination and tactical interoperability between the two navies.
  • JAIMEX 25 strengthens the Indo-Pacific partnership, promoting a Free, Open, and Inclusive Indo-Pacific (FOIP) amid growing maritime challenges and geopolitical tensions.
  • The exercise is part of the Special Strategic and Global Partnership between India and Japan, established in 2014, emphasizing defence cooperation, military dialogues, and technology exchanges.
  • JAIMEX 25 included anti-submarine warfare drills, maritime domain awareness sharing, replenishment-at-sea operations, and joint air and surface combat exercises, enhancing naval interoperability and mutual trust.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated PM Takaichi and reiterated that India-Japan ties are vital for regional peace, stability, and prosperity.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI Unveils ChatGPT Atlas, an AI-Powered Browser Bringing Intelligent Assistance and Automation to macOS

  • OpenAI has launched “ChatGPT Atlas,” a full-featured AI-powered web browser for macOS, integrating ChatGPT’s intelligence directly into the browsing experience for contextual assistance, memory-based continuity, and task automation.
  • ChatGPT Atlas marks OpenAI’s most direct move into the web browser market, offering a smart alternative to Google Chrome and Safari.
  • Atlas is a native macOS browser that combines a standard web interface with the conversational and task-executing powers of ChatGPT, enabling users to interact with AI in real time within the browser window.
  • OpenAI describes Atlas as a step toward a “super-assistant” that merges browsing and productivity into a single AI-enhanced experience.

Key Features and Functionality

  • Atlas provides contextual assistance by analyzing webpage content, allowing it to summarize articles, explain concepts, and suggest next steps within the browser.
  • A ChatGPT sidebar offers instant explanations and inline editing tools.
  • The standout feature of Atlas is its Agent Mode, where ChatGPT can act on user commands such as adding items to a shopping cart, scheduling meetings, and filling out forms.
  • Agent Mode enables ChatGPT to open tabs, click through pages, and navigate workflows with user approval and is available in preview for Plus, Pro, and Business users.
  • Atlas includes ChatGPT’s integrated memory system, allowing it to recall past sessions and ongoing tasks for seamless task continuity.
  • Atlas replaces the traditional address bar with a combined search and chat interface.

Privacy and Availability

  • Memory is optional and user-controlled.
  • All browsing data in Atlas is stored within the user’s ChatGPT account, ensuring strong privacy and data protection.
  • Memory is opt-in, and parental controls from existing ChatGPT profiles apply.
  • Websites blocking GPTBot remain excluded from AI browsing and training.
  • ChatGPT Atlas is now globally available on macOS for Free, Plus, Pro, and Go users, and is in beta for Business, Enterprise, and and Education accounts.
  • OpenAI has confirmed upcoming versions of Atlas for Windows, iOS, and Android, making it a multi-platform AI-powered browsing experience.

IIT Madras Pravartak Becomes India’s First Authorised Lab to Test 5G Core Network Functions

  • The Telecom Security Testing Lab (TSTL) of IIT-Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation has become India’s first lab authorised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to test 5G core-network functions, including Access and Mobility Management Function (AMF) and 5G Group-I devices.
  • The lab has received certification from the National Centre for Communication Security (NCSS) to assess 21 core-network functions under common security requirements.
  • The testing framework operates under the Communication Security Certification Scheme (ComSec), which is part of the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) rules in India.
  • This certification enables advanced security testing of 5G telecom equipment, supporting the secure and resilient deployment of 5G infrastructure
  • The achievement strengthens India’s capability in secure telecommunications infrastructure, reinforcing compliance with Indian Telecom Security Standards (ITSAR) and ensuring network security and reliability.

Airtel Business Wins Multi-Year Cybersecurity Deal from Indian Railways

  • Airtel Business, the enterprise arm of Bharti Airtel, has secured a multi-year contract from the Indian Railway Security Operations Centre (IRSOC) to provide comprehensive cybersecurity services.
  • The system will feature centralised security controls, Make in India cybersecurity products, and an AI-powered security stack to protect critical railway infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted digital operations.
  • The cybersecurity framework will safeguard operations involving 1.6 lakh employees across 26 locations, covering sensitive data like customer identities, payments, ticketing, train tracking, freight, and signalling systems.
  • IRSOC will function as a centralised monitoring hub for threat detection, intelligence gathering, and coordination with national cybersecurity agencies, strengthening overall railway security and resilience.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: SPORTS NEWS

Morocco Wins First U-20 FIFA World Cup Title

  • Morocco defeated Argentina 2-0 in the Under-20 FIFA World Cup final held in Chile, winning the nation’s first World Cup title at any level.
  • Morocco became the first African team since Ghana in 2009 to win the U- 20 World Cup, highlighting their emergence as a global football force and strength in youth development.
  • Yassir Zabiri, playing for FC Famalicão in Portugal’s Primeira Liga, scored both goals in the first half, securing a decisive victory over Argentina.
  • Argentina, entering the final undefeated, missed key U-20 players—Claudio Echeverri (Bayer Leverkusen) and Franco Mastantuono (Real Madrid)—which affected their performance.
  • Morocco’s tournament journey included victories over South Korea (Round of 16), United States (Quarterfinals), France (Semifinals), and Argentina (Final), showcasing technical skill, defensive strength, and attacking flair.
  • Despite the loss, Argentina’s strong run reaffirmed their legacy in youth football, with several players expected to join the senior national team in the future.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: IMPORTANT DAYS

International Stuttering Awareness Day is observed on 22nd October.

  • International Stuttering Awareness Day is observed on the 22nd of October.
  • ISAD(International Stuttering Awareness Day) includes an annual conference conducted worldwide from October 1 to October 22 every year targeted at people who are interested in Stuttering as well as speech-language Pathologist and their Clients.

History

  • International Stuttering Awareness Day was established in the year 1998 to bring attention to the millions of people across the world who are living with his specific Communication Disorder.
  • People think that stuttering means repetitions of some words. Stuttering is also mentioned for persons who have an elongation of a vowel or syllable.
  • This condition may also vary because sometimes a person may stutter once in a while and sometimes, they stutter continuously while talking.
  • In 19th-century Europe, surgeons recommended surgery for this disorder.
  • They thought that removing triangular wedges in the mouth would help people to come out of this disorder.
  • They also thought that by removing tonsils speech would be improved.
  • But later they understood that the surgery resulted in bleeding to death for many patients.
  • This practice was later stopped because the patients who survived also stuttered again.
  • Later it was understood that stuttering was a neurological disorder that can be developmental from Childhood and also can be acquired due to excessive drug use and also due to trauma.

Daily CA One- Liner: October 23

  • India has upgraded its Technical Mission in Kabul to the Embassy of India in Afghanistan, marking the first formal diplomatic expansion since the Taliban’s return to power in 2021
  • The 8th session of the Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs (CCSCH) finalized Codex standards for vanilla, large cardamom, and coriander, bringing the total to 19 international spice standards since 2013.
  • UDAN (Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik), India’s flagship initiative under the National Civil Aviation Policy, completed nine years on 21st October 2025.
  • The Bathou religion, practiced by the Bodo community of Assam, has been granted a distinct code in the upcoming national census, marking the first official recognition of its religious identity at the national level
  • India and the United Kingdom launched the Ramanujan Junior Researchers Programme, named after mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan, to foster young Indian talent in theoretical sciences through collaboration with the London Institute for Mathematical Sciences
  • Masako Nozawa, legendary voice behind Son Goku from the Dragon Ball franchise, has been selected as one of the 2025 Persons of Cultural Merit in Japan, becoming the first voice actor to receive this prestigious cultural award
  • India has moved up to 9th position globally in total forest area according to the Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) 2025 released by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in
  • The Ministry of Mines launched the first-ever State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) and State Rankings 2025 to benchmark States on efficient and sustainable management of non-coal mineral resources, as announced in the Union Budget 2025–26
  • Morocco defeated Argentina 2-0 in the Under-20 FIFA World Cup final held in Chile, winning the nation’s first World Cup title at any level.
  • Curie Money, in partnership with ICICI Prudential AMC, has launched a first-of-its-kind solution that combines liquid funds, instant redemption, and UPI in one platform.
  • Ageas Federal Life Insurance has partnered with CSB Bank to launch an SME Bancassurance partnership aimed at expanding life insurance coverage among Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and individual entrepreneurs across India.
  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has removed the ₹10,000 crore ceiling on bank loans to a single corporate entity, allowing banks greater lending flexibility.
  • Standard Chartered and Bank of India (BoI) have provided a $215 million term loan facility to AI Fleet Services IFSC Ltd (AIFS) for financing six Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft to be leased to Air India.
  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is considering issuing fresh licenses for new Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) after more than 20 years.
  • Universal Sompo General Insurance Company has partnered with Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank (APGB) to provide a wide range of general insurance products across all 26 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
  • FatakSecure, a subsidiary of FatakPay, has received approval from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) for a composite Corporate Agent License.
  • Revolut, a London-based digital finance firm, has launched operations in India, marking its entry into one of the world’s largest digital payments markets.
  • Truncation is the process of stopping the physical movement of cheques and instead transmitting their electronic images with relevant data (like MICR, date, presenting bank, etc.) to the paying branch through the clearing house.
  • Peru’s President José Jeri has declared a 30-day state of emergency in Lima and the adjacent province of Callao in response to rising crime and public unrest.
  • INS Sahyadri, a Shivalik-class stealth frigate of the Indian Navy, has arrived at Yokosuka, Japan, to participate in the Japan-India Maritime Exercise (JAIMEX) 2025, held from October 16–17, 2025.
  • OpenAI has launched “ChatGPT Atlas,” a full-featured AI-powered web browser for macOS, integrating ChatGPT’s intelligence directly into the browsing experience for contextual assistance, memory-based continuity, and task automation.
  • The Telecom Security Testing Lab (TSTL) of IIT-Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation has become India’s first lab authorised by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) to test 5G core-network functions, including Access and Mobility Management Function (AMF) and 5G Group-I devices.
  • Airtel Business, the enterprise arm of Bharti Airtel, has secured a multi-year contract from the Indian Railway Security Operations Centre (IRSOC) to provide comprehensive cybersecurity services.
  • International Stuttering Awareness Day is observed on the 22nd of October

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