Daily Current Affairs & Key Questions for NDA & Competitive Exams – 24 October 2025
This post presents a concise summary of the latest current affairs across key categories essential for NDA preparation and other competitive exams. Stay updated with the latest current affairs to boost your NDA exam readiness with relevant topics on politics, defence, economy, science, and sports.
Key Recent Current Affairs Highlights
Politics & Governance
- India is close to finalizing a trade deal with the United States, with most issues reportedly settled. The deal aims to expand markets while safeguarding India’s national interests amid US pressure on crude oil imports from Russia.
- Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Baby Rani Maurya narrowly escaped injury when a truck hit her car on Agra-Lucknow Expressway on Friday night, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, campaigning in Bihar, paid tribute to former Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur and reiterated that the NDA government will keep “jungle raj” at bay, supporting Nitish Kumar for re-election.
- The Kerala government defended the right to wear hijab in schools, calling any ban a violation of privacy and secular education, amidst ongoing legal and social debates.
- The Election Commission’s new strict rules on synthetic content disclosure come amid rising concerns over AI misuse in political messaging, ensuring transparency in election campaigns.
- Various state-level political developments, including J&K Rajya Sabha elections where National Conference won 3 seats, and BJP got 1 seat, with significant local political ramifications.
- Bihar’s opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav accused the central government of shielding corrupt leaders, while Maharashtra’s government dealt with the aftermath of a doctor’s suicide linked to alleged police misconduct.
These current affairs are vital for NDA aspirants as they cover governance, election integrity, political developments, and safety issues relevant for the exam’s GK section.
Geopolitics
- US President Donald Trump is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping next week during the APEC summit in South Korea. The agenda includes trade relations and broader geopolitical issues as US-China tensions over technology, trade tariffs, and military posturing remain high.
- The US has escalated its military presence near Venezuela’s maritime waters amid increased tensions in the Caribbean, signaling a strategic move in the western hemisphere.
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) reports that geopolitical risks in the Middle East and North Africa regions remain tilted to the downside, despite growth improvements. Stability depends on managing ongoing regional conflicts and global uncertainties.
- US and China continue diplomatic talks aimed at easing trade tensions. The talks include discussions on technology export controls and rare earth element sales, which have been a point of contention.
These developments are critical for understanding the current global power dynamics and regional tensions, which are often asked in NDA and competitive exams as part of geopolitics and international relations sections.
Defence & International Relations
- India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reviewed the army’s operational preparedness and security situation amid evolving regional threats. The Defence Acquisition Council has cleared Rs. 79,000-crore procurement proposals for modernizing the armed forces, including new indigenously developed weapon systems.
- The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted the maiden flight of the indigenous Archer-NG MALE UAV, a significant boost to India’s surveillance capabilities.
- India upgraded its technical mission in Kabul to an embassy level, signaling a strengthening of diplomatic ties with the Taliban regime. Taliban Defence Minister Mullah Yaqoob affirmed relations with India while dismissing Pakistan’s allegations of Indian involvement in regional conflicts.
- Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi recently visited New Delhi for diplomatic talks focused on development cooperation and regional security. India’s engagement aims to maintain peace and advance humanitarian aid in Afghanistan.
These updates are crucial for NDA aspirants as India’s defence modernization, diplomatic strategies, and regional security developments form important general knowledge and current affairs topics relevant for exams and interviews.
Economy & Environment
- The Indian government is gearing up to finalize a historic trade deal with the United States, addressing key issues like tariffs and market access. This deal aims to boost bilateral trade while safeguarding India’s economic interests amid changing global trade dynamics.
Science & Technology
- IBM announced that its key quantum computing algorithm can now run on conventional AMD chips, a step forward in making quantum computing more accessible and bringing commercial quantum machines closer to reality.
- Stanford Medicine developed a wireless eye implant, the PRIMA chip, which helps people with advanced macular degeneration regain reading ability by replacing lost photoreceptors using infrared light.
- Researchers created an AI tool capable of predicting osteoarthritis progression by simulating future knee X-rays, assisting doctors in patient care decisions.
- In quantum physics, a common crystal has shown suitability for low-temperature light technologies that could advance superconducting quantum circuits important in ultra-powerful computing.
These science and tech developments demonstrate cutting-edge research and applications in energy, AI, quantum computing, and medical devices, all relevant for NDA aspirants to stay updated on recent innovation trends.
Sports
In cricket, India is playing the 3rd ODI against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground. India captain Shubman Gill continues his good form, but the team faces an ongoing toss curse with 18 consecutive toss losses in ODIs. This match is notable as it may be the last Australia tour for veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.
The Pro Kabaddi League 12 playoffs began in Delhi with exciting matches including Haryana Steelers vs Jaipur Pink Panthers, and U Mumba vs Patna Pirates. The league remains one of the most popular domestic sports competitions in India.
Indian wrestlers Priya Malik and Vishvajit More won bronze medals at the U23 World Wrestling Championships 2025, showcasing India’s growing strength in wrestling.
Indian athlete Veer Bhadu made history by winning the country’s first-ever MMA medal at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain—a bronze medal—highlighting emerging Indian talents in combat sports.
The Toronto Blue Jays dominated the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the 2025 World Series with an 11-4 win fueled by a record-setting grand slam. This marks a significant moment in international baseball.
These sports updates cover major cricket events, domestic leagues, international youth games, and global sports moments useful for NDA and competitive exam current affairs.
Awards & Recognitions
There are no major awards or recognitions announced in the past 24 hours (25 October 2025) in Indian or international news sources available. Noteworthy recent recognitions like Nobel Prize announcements and others were earlier in October, but nothing new reported in the last day.
Hence, no award or recognition updates for today.
Uttarakhand Updates
- Two people were arrested in connection with the murder of a 25-year-old woman whose charred body was found on the Haridwar–Najibabad highway. The accused allegedly strangled the woman after an argument and set her body on fire to destroy evidence. This case has caught significant police attention.
- The Uttarakhand government is gearing up for a Unity March scheduled for October 31 as part of the Sardar@150 campaign to promote national unity and commemorate the work of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. CM Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed officials to ensure widespread participation across the state through cultural and awareness programs.
- The sacred Kedarnath Temple officially closed for the winter season on October 23, with Lord Kedarnath’s idol relocated to Ukhimath’s Omkareshwar Temple, marking the start of the winter worship period. CM Dhami was present at the closing ceremony, attended by priests, military band, and devotees.
- Almora district is witnessing a suspected viral outbreak causing seven deaths in 20 days, raising health concerns in the region.
- Multiple road accidents in Uttarakhand over recent days claimed several lives, including Bhai Dooj travelers and wedding guests, highlighting road safety challenges during the festive season.
- The government announced 26,500 government jobs created in the last four years, more than double the number from previous administrations, reflecting a focus on employment generation.
- Kumaon’s first cyber forensic laboratory will be established in Rudrapur to enhance digital forensic capabilities in the region.
These updates reflect significant social, cultural, and administrative events relevant for competitive exam aspirants focusing on Uttarakhand current affairs.
Importance for NDA and Other Aspirants
Keeping up with diverse current affairs is crucial for NDA preparation. Topics like geopolitical shifts, defence strategies, economic changes, and sports achievements often form the basis of General Knowledge questions in the NDA exam and SSB interviews. Understanding recent developments helps aspirants strengthen their awareness and confidence in exams.
Repeated Past Important Questions
- Which country’s Prime Minister pledged to raise military spending to 2% of GDP by 2026?
A) India
B) Japan
C) China
D) South Korea - What is the key purpose of Japan revising its security strategy early?
A) Economic reform
B) Enhance Self-Defence Forces’ offensive capabilities
C) Building new trade partnerships
D) Environmental policies - Who is the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner?
A) Maria Corina Machado
B) László Krasznahorkai
C) Elsa Matthee
D) Prof. Datuk Dr Rokiah Omar - Which international sports committee awarded outstanding contributions to para-sports classification in 2025?
A) FIFA
B) IPC (International Paralympic Committee)
C) IOC
D) NBA - Which team won the World Series Game 1 on 24 October 2025?
A) Los Angeles Dodgers
B) Milwaukee Bucks
C) Toronto Blue Jays
D) New York Knicks
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