22nd October 2025 Daily Current Affairs

🇮🇳 India / National

1. Talks between Ladakh representatives and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to resume

After a pause of nearly three weeks, talks between the Centre and the region’s leaders (via the Leh Apex Body) are scheduled to resume on 22 Oct.

The discussions centre on governance, autonomy, and possible status issues for Ladakh.

Why important: It sheds light on evolving centre-region dynamics, especially for union territories with special strategic significance.

2. School holidays & weather alerts in multiple states

Schools in parts of the country (e.g., in Kerala and Punjab) have been declared holiday for 22 Oct, citing festivals (e.g., Govardhan Puja) and weather concerns (heavy rain in high-ranges of Kerala).

Why this matters: Reflects how regional conditions (festivals, weather) impact education and everyday scheduling.

🌍 International

3. Global growth outlook revised downward by the International Monetary Fund (IMF)

The IMF’s October 2025 World Economic Outlook projects global growth at ~3.2 % in 2025 and ~3.1 % in 2026 — still weak with downside risks.

Implication: For India and other emerging markets, slower global demand could dampen export-led growth or investment inflows.

🧮 Other Notable Items

4. India upgrades its mission in Kabul to full Embassy status

As part of shifting diplomatic priorities, India has upgraded its “Technical Mission” in Kabul to a full-fledged embassy.

Significance: Indicates renewed focus on engagement with Afghanistan and regional geopolitics.

5. Economic / Business Highlight

The core sector growth in India has slowed to a three-month low (data for Sept) — signalling potential domestic headwinds.

Why it matters: Slowing core-sector growth may preface pressures in industrial production, jobs, and investment.