31st October 2025 Daily Current Affairs
🇮🇳 India-Focus
1. National Unity Day (Rashtriya Ekta Diwas)
India observes National Unity Day on 31 October, marking the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
2025 marks the 150th birth anniversary of Patel.
The day emphasises national integration, cohesion and reaffirming the unity, integrity and security of India.
Note: Although a national observance, it is not necessarily a nationwide mandatory bank holiday; bank closures vary by state.
2. Weather Alert: Heavy Rain / Thunderstorms
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and squally winds across several parts of India from 31 Oct onwards, notably eastern and north-eastern regions.
Tip: People and local authorities in the affected regions should stay alert, avoid low-lying flood-prone areas and prepare for possible disruptions.
3. Recruitment Deadline: Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Constable (Executive)
The registration window closes today (31 Oct 2025) for over 7,000 posts of Constable (Executive) in the Delhi Police (open to both men & women).
If you or someone you know plans to apply, make sure the application is submitted by the deadline.
🌍 Global & Regional Highlights
1. US-China Trade Truce & Rare-Earth / Fentanyl Issues
A new pause/truce in the US-China trade war has been reported, with implications for global supply chains, especially rare-earth minerals (in which China is dominant), and issues such as fentanyl trafficking being discussed in the context.
Why it matters: India, as a major global economy and participant in supply chains, can be impacted by how the US-China dynamic evolves.
2. Elections & Socio-Political Developments
In Southeast Asia, several countries including Indonesia, Laos, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam are making headlines—one story: regulation on 2026 minimum wage in one of these countries aiming to reduce income disparities
Worldwide earthquake activity: On 31 Oct 2025 there were 2 magnitude 5+ quakes, 41 magnitude 4+ and 135 magnitude 3+ globally.
🔍 Other Noteworthy Points
One-liner updates include: All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) collaborating with IBM to set up an AI lab.
Another observance: World Cities Day is also on 31 October — raising awareness of urbanisation, the role of cities, and sustainable urban development.
