Current Affairs 28th October 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. On which date is Infantry Day, also known as Shaurya Diwas, observed annually by the Indian Army?
A) 26 January
B) 27 October
C) 15 August
D) 6 November
Answer: B) 27 October
Explanation: The Indian Army observed its 79th Infantry Day on October 27, 2025, with a wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial in New Delhi, commemorating the infantry's role in the 1947 Jammu and Kashmir operations.
2. Which Indian Navy survey vessel is scheduled for commissioning on November 6, 2025, at Naval Base Kochi?
A) INS Arihant
B) INS Ikshak
C) INS Vikrant
D) INS Varsha
Answer: B) INS Ikshak
Explanation: The indigenously built Survey Vessel (Large) INS Ikshak will be commissioned by Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, enhancing India's hydrographic capabilities.
3. India is hosting which international meeting for the first time from October 28 to 31, 2025?
A) G20 Summit
B) Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group (APAC-AIG) Meeting and Workshop
C) BRICS Defence Dialogue
D) QUAD Maritime Exercise
Answer: B) Asia Pacific Accident Investigation Group (APAC-AIG) Meeting and Workshop
Explanation: This event focuses on aviation safety and accident investigation, marking India's growing role in regional aviation standards.
4. What is the theme of UNESCO’s World Day for Audiovisual Heritage observed on October 27, 2025?
A) Preserving Digital Futures
B) Digitizing Our Shared UNESCO History
C) Archives for the Future
D) Heritage in Motion
Answer: B) Digitizing Our Shared UNESCO History
Explanation: The day emphasizes digital transformation to preserve historical audiovisual collections for global accessibility.
5. Which high civilian honor was announced by the Government of India on October 26, 2025, for contributions in science and innovation?
A) Bharat Ratna
B) Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar
C) Padma Vibhushan
D) Param Vir Chakra
Answer: B) Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar
Explanation: This is India's highest recognition for exceptional achievements in science, technology, and innovation, announced annually to promote research.
6. What new football tournament was announced by FIFA President Gianni Infantino on October 27, 2025, during the ASEAN Summit?
A) FIFA Asian Cup
B) FIFA ASEAN Cup
C) FIFA Southeast Asia League
D) FIFA Pacific Rim Cup
Answer: B) FIFA ASEAN Cup
Explanation: Aimed at promoting football in Southeast Asia, the launch supports regional development and youth engagement.
7. What directive did the Supreme Court of India issue on October 28, 2025, regarding suicide prevention?
A) Immediate ban on social media
B) States and UTs to submit reports within eight weeks on mental health implementation
C) Mandatory counseling in schools
D) National helpline expansion
Answer: B) States and UTs to submit reports within eight weeks on mental health implementation
Explanation: The court seeks updates on guidelines to curb suicides and enhance mental health support across India.
8. From October 1, 2025, what has the Government of India discontinued for foreign travelers?
A) Visa on Arrival
B) Paper Arrival Cards (disembarkation forms)
C) Currency exchange limits
D) Customs declarations
Answer: B) Paper Arrival Cards (disembarkation forms)
Explanation: This digital shift streamlines immigration processes, aligning with e-governance initiatives.
9. What significant decline was noted in Lokpal complaints from 2022-23 to 2025?
A) From 1,000 to 500
B) From 2,469 to 233
C) From 3,000 to 1,000
D) No change
Answer: B) From 2,469 to 233
Explanation: The anti-corruption body faces scrutiny amid falling filings and controversy over procuring luxury vehicles.
10. Who has been recommended as the next Chief Justice of India by outgoing CJI B.R. Gavai?
A) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
B) Justice Surya Kant
C) Justice B.V. Nagarathna
D) Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Answer: B) Justice Surya Kant
Explanation: As the second senior-most judge, Justice Kant's appointment upholds the seniority principle in judicial selections.
11. What is the name of the severe cyclonic storm expected to cross Andhra Pradesh on October 28, 2025?
A) Cyclone Asna
B) Cyclone Montha
C) Cyclone Yaas
D) Cyclone Fani
Answer: B) Cyclone Montha
Explanation: With winds of 90-100 kmph, it prompted a red alert for 16 districts, causing school closures in affected areas.
12. When will the INDIA bloc release its manifesto for the Bihar Assembly elections, as announced on October 27, 2025?
A) October 28, 2025
B) October 29, 2025
C) November 1, 2025
D) November 15, 2025
Answer: A) October 28, 2025
Explanation: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav stated Rahul Gandhi would join the campaign from October 29.
13. Which Indian city became the first to implement a Real-Time Flood Forecasting System in October 2025?
A) Mumbai
B) Chennai
C) Kolkata
D) Hyderabad
Answer: B) Chennai
Explanation: Covering 4,974 sq km, the RTFF & SDSS enhances urban flood management amid climate challenges.
14. What is India's global ranking in total forest area as per the Global Forest Resources Assessment 2025?
A) 1st
B) 3rd
C) 9th
D) 15th
Answer: C) 9th
Explanation: India ranks 3rd in annual forest gain, reflecting strong conservation efforts under the GFRA by FAO.
15. Sudan's Rapid Support Forces claimed to have seized which key location on October 27, 2025?
A) Khartoum Airport
B) El Fasher base in Darfur
C) Port Sudan
D) Nyala
Answer: B) El Fasher base in Darfur
Explanation: This escalates the civil war, trapping hundreds of thousands and raising fears of national division.
16. Who won the 2025 Sakharov Prize for imprisoned journalists?
A) Julian Assange and Evan Gershkovich
B) Andrzej Poczobut of Belarus and Mzia Amaglobeli of Georgia
C) Alexei Navalny's team
D) Maria Ressa
Answer: B) Andrzej Poczobut of Belarus and Mzia Amaglobeli of Georgia
Explanation: The EU award honors their defense of freedom of thought amid authoritarian crackdowns.
17. In the ongoing US war on drugs, how many people have been killed in airstrikes since September 2025?
A) 20
B) 37
C) 50
D) 100
Answer: B) 37
Explanation: The October 27 strikes in the Pacific Ocean marked the first in that region, expanding from the Caribbean.
18. Who is the chairperson of the Lokpal of India as of 2025?
A) Justice Pinaki Chandra Ghose
B) Justice A.M. Khanwilkar
C) Justice Dilip B. Bhosale
D) Justice Ravindra S. Bharti
Answer: B) Justice A.M. Khanwilkar
Explanation: Appointed in 2022, he leads the anti-corruption watchdog amid ongoing institutional reforms.
19. Who won the International Chopin Piano Competition on October 28, 2025?
A) Yunchan Lim
B) Eric Lu
C) Bruce Liu
D) Seong-Jin Cho
Answer: B) Eric Lu
Explanation: The American pianist's victory highlights emerging talent in classical music competitions.
20. What caused flight halts at Los Angeles International Airport on October 28, 2025?
A) Weather disruptions
B) Air traffic controller staffing shortage
C) Technical glitch
D) Security threat
Answer: B) Air traffic controller staffing shortage
Explanation: FAA ground stops affected major US airports like Chicago and Newark, impacting thousands of passengers.
21. At least how many people were killed in floods and landslides in central and southeastern Mexico on October 28, 2025?
A) 10
B) 28
C) 50
D) 72
Answer: B) 28
Explanation: Heavy rains triggered widespread devastation, prompting emergency responses in affected regions.
22. Which religion received a separate census code from the Ministry of Home Affairs in October 2025?
A) Lingayat
B) Bathu (followed by Bodo community)
C) Sanatan Dharma variant
D) Adivasi faiths
Answer: B) Bathu (followed by Bodo community)
Explanation: This ensures distinct recognition in future censuses, promoting cultural preservation.
23. Which Slovenian city was named the World’s Best Tourism Village of the Year 2025 by UNWTO?
A) Ljubljana
B) Bled
C) Maribor
D) Piran
Answer: B) Bled
Explanation: Bled's sustainable tourism practices, including eco-friendly initiatives, earned the global accolade.
24. What is the expected wind speed of Cyclone Montha upon crossing the Andhra Pradesh coast on October 28, 2025?
A) 50-60 kmph
B) 90-100 kmph gusting to 110 kmph
C) 120-130 kmph
D) 40-50 kmph
Answer: B) 90-100 kmph gusting to 110 kmph
Explanation: IMD forecasts classify it as a severe cyclonic storm, leading to evacuations and alerts.
25. Which Indian airline route resumes after nearly 30 years on October 28, 2025?
A) Delhi-Leh
B) Agartala-Silchar
C) Mumbai-Goa
D) Kolkata-Port Blair
Answer: B) Agartala-Silchar
Explanation: The service boosts connectivity in Northeast India, enhancing regional economic ties.