1. National Affairs
The Delhi Government is set to host a grand celebration at the Red Fort on 01.11.2025 to mark the foundation day of Delhi and nine other states (Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Punjab, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh) and four Union Territories (Chandigarh, Lakshadweep, Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar Islands). The event highlights cultural unity and the unveiling of Delhi’s new official logo.
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has announced that the remaining seven clauses of the revised Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) rules will be fully implemented from 01.11.2025. This follows earlier implementation of 15 clauses on 01.07.2025, aimed at reducing pilot fatigue and improving aviation safety.
The Government of India will impose a 30 % import duty on yellow peas from 01.11.2025. Shipments with bill of lading dated on or before 31.10.2025 will be exempt. This decision reverses an earlier duty-free allowance which was to last till 31.03.2026, and addresses concerns of domestic farmers about low-cost imports suppressing local prices.
In religious and cultural context, 01.11.2025 marks the observance of Dev Uthani Ekadashi (also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi). This day symbolises the end of the four-month Chaturmas and is considered auspicious for weddings, business beginnings and house-warmings in India.
2. International Affairs
Global trade dynamics and import-export policies are under focus as major economies and emerging markets adapt to changing supply-chain landscapes post-pandemic and geopolitical tensions. Banking and economic aspirants should note that import duty or trade barrier changes (as seen in India) reflect evolving protection-measures and commodity price pressures.
The summit engagements among major world powers continue to emphasise free-trade frameworks, regional security and supply-chain resilience. While specific new agreements on 01.11.2025 may be limited, aspirants should watch for statements by trade blocs and significant multilateral forums that shape global economic policy.
3. Economy & Banking Awareness
The imposition of the import duty on yellow peas has direct implications for inflation, agricultural commodity markets and supply-chain cost pressures in India. Banking and finance aspirants must link such import restrictions with domestic price movements, food inflation trends and rural income stability.
Regulatory changes in aviation (DGCA’s FDTL amendments) indicate the government’s focus on operational safety and labour-welfare norms in key sectors. This is relevant for understanding the financial health of aviation companies, lending risk to aviation sector, and employment trends in transport infrastructure.
Cultural observances like Dev Uthani Ekadashi may seem less relevant to economics but are significant for consumer behaviour, festive-season spending, wedding industry demand and financial flows in rural and semi-urban areas. Exam-takers should connect these with broad economic cycles.
4. Sports & Youth Affairs
An Under-16 Junior International Polo Match will be held in Jaipur (Rajasthan) on 01.11.2025, with Team Jaipur facing Team Great Britain at the Rajasthan Polo Club Ground. This supports India’s push to promote lesser-known sports and youth engagement in international exposure.
The hosting of junior international sporting fixtures demonstrates India’s increasing role as venue-provider and talent-development hub — key for aspirants tracking sports policy, National Sports Code implications, and government funding for youth sport.
5. Inaugurations, Appointments & Key Observations
With the celebration at Red Fort, the unveiling of Delhi’s new official logo is an important administrative milestone, reflecting government branding strategy, civic identity and public engagement.
The full implementation of the DGCA’s FDTL rules signals that the aviation regulator has completed its phase-wise roll-out; for competitive exams, this is an example of regulatory compliance and governance in transport sectors.
The shift in agricultural import duty reflects reactive policy-making to protect domestic farmers — a typical exam-theme linking government policy, farming sector challenges and international trade.
6. Exam-Focused Takeaways
Import duty on yellow peas (30 %) – know commodity, country of origin (Canada, Russia), rationale (farmer pressure).
DGCA’s FDTL rules – date of full implementation (01.11.2025), purpose (pilot fatigue, safety), regulatory context.
Dev Uthani Ekadashi – date (01.11.2025), significance (end of Chaturmas, wedding/business season start).
Delhi + nine states & four UTs celebration – symbolic of federal integration, cultural unity, new logo launching.
Junior Polo match in Jaipur – promotes youth sport, international exposure, sport beyond cricket/football.
