17th October 2025 Daily Current Affairs

🇮🇳 India / National

India’s foreign exchange reserves dip
India’s forex reserves declined by about USD 2.18 billion, standing at USD 697.78 billion as of 10 October
However, the country’s gold holdings have crossed the USD 100 billion mark.

Gold prices hit record highs
Global gold rates surged to new highs, with Indian market prices reflecting this upward trend.

PM Modi’s “21st century belongs to India” remark
At the NDTV World Summit 2025, former Australian PM Tony Abbott said, “21st century belongs to India,” urging Delhi to play a leading role globally.
Indian and Chinese roles in global trade were also highlighted by UK and German envoys, emphasizing coexistence rather than competition

Bihar election campaign intensifies
On 17 October, Amit Shah officially begins his campaign trail in Bihar, with multiple rallies and strategy meetings planned.

Supreme Court to hear Air India crash inquiry plea
The Supreme Court is set to consider a court-monitored investigation into the Air India flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad, following a petition from the pilot’s family and pilot federation.

🌐 World / Global

Japan schedules prime ministerial vote
Japan’s ruling parties agreed to hold the vote for the next Prime Minister on 21 October 2025.

Hungary to host Trump-Putin summit despite ICC warrant
Hungary has assured that it will allow Russian President Putin’s entry for a summit with U.S. President Trump, even though Putin is under an ICC arrest warrant.

First UN Youth4Disarmament Forum
The UN is convening its first Youth4Disarmament Forum across 16–17 October, engaging young people in disarmament and peace initiatives.

Peru protests turn violent
In Peru, widespread protests erupted following contested political developments, resulting in at least one death and dozens injured.

Venezuela appeals to UN over US strikes
Venezuela has urged the UN Security Council to declare recent U.S. strikes in the country illegal.

📅 Observances & Cultural

International Day of the Intangible Cultural Heritage
Celebrated on 17 October, this day highlights the importance of preserving non-physical cultural heritage (traditions, performing arts, rituals, etc.).

Rama Ekadashi (Hindu observance)
In India, devotees observe Rama Ekadashi fasting, with rituals, prayers, and spiritual reflection.