Bharat Digest: National Unity Day, Defence Updates, Finance and More
About the Day and Panchang
India celebrates National Unity Day on October 31 to honour Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel — the Iron Man of India — marking his 150th birth anniversary this year. The day recognizes his remarkable contribution to uniting India post-Independence.
Vedic Calendar: Karthika Month | Shuklapaksha | Dashami Tithi | Dhanishta–Shatabhisha Nakshatra.
Rahu Kalam: 10:46 AM – 12:10 PM | Yamaganda: 2:57 PM – 4:21 PM.
Thought of the Day: Limitations live only in our minds. Use imagination to make possibilities limitless.
Top National News
1. Celebrations at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat mark Sardar Patel’s 150th birth anniversary with parades and air shows.
2. NITI Aayog unveiled landmark reports on India’s services-led economic transformation.
3. President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the eighth International Solar Alliance Assembly in New Delhi with participation from 120 countries.
4. PM Modi laid the foundation for ₹1,100 crore worth of projects in Kevadia, Gujarat.
5. Northern Railways plan direct connectivity between Kashmir and the rest of India following completion of the Udhampur–Srinagar–Baramulla link.
Legal News
Justice Surya Kant appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India, effective 24 November 2025, succeeding Chief Justice BR Gavai.
Mumbai Customs officers seized narcotics and valuables worth over ₹13 crore at CSMIA airport.
Mishaps and Relief
1. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy conducted an aerial survey of flood-affected regions in Warangal and Hanamkonda.
2. Mumbai Police rescued 19 hostages, including 17 children, from a studio incident in Powai.
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Finance and Markets
| Index | Level | Change |
|---|---|---|
| BSE Sensex | 84,404.46 | −592.67 (−0.70%) |
| Nifty | 25,877.85 | −176.05 (−0.68%) |
Gold: ₹12,250 per gm (24k) | Silver: ₹1,52,000 per kg
Forex Highlights: USD ₹88 | GBP ₹118 | EUR ₹103 | AED ₹24 | CAD ₹64
Defence and Strategic Updates
1. India–US Defence Ministers to meet during ASEAN Summit in Malaysia.
2. Tri-service exercise Trishul begins, engaging 25,000 Army personnel.
3. Indian Navy advances IAC-2 approval for a three-carrier structure.
4. HAL faces IAF pressure to deliver TEJAS Mk-1A by March 2026.
5. Indian Coast Guard adopts DigiLocker integration for paperless operations.
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International and World News
1. US extends sanctions waiver for India’s operations at Iran’s Chabahar Port until April 2026.
2. Armenia plans to acquire HAL’s Su-30MKI jets.
3. France reaffirms strategic defence partnership with India.
4. China upgrades Lhunze airbase near LAC with 36 new aircraft shelters.
5. Russia tests nuclear submersible drone Poseidon; scientists warn of trapped heat beneath the Southern Ocean.
Sports Highlights
ICC Women’s World Cup 2025: India Women defeat Australia by 5 wickets to enter the final. Player of the Match — Jemimah Rodrigues.
Pro Kabaddi League: Finals — Dabang Delhi KC vs Puneri Paltan, 8 PM IST, Thyagaraj Stadium, Delhi.
Knowledge and Thought of the Day
Fact: The Statue of Unity, dedicated to Sardar Patel, is the world’s tallest statue at 182 meters.
Language Insight: Sanskrit – “अतिरोषणश्चक्षुष्मानन्ध एव जनः।” means “An angry man is blind even with eyes.”
Health Tip: Drinking Jeera water aids digestion, detoxifies the body, and boosts metabolism.
Citizen Takeaway
National Unity Day reminds every Indian of the value of unity and resilience. As India rises economically and strategically, the day’s highlights reinforce national progress, defence readiness, and mindful living.
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