Why Is India Buzzing With Record Festivals, Defence Milestones and Economic Energy This Dhanteras?
As India enters the sacred Amavasya Tithi of Karthika month during Diwali 2025, the nation stands illuminated — not just by earthen lamps, but also by powerful economic, technological, and spiritual developments. From Ayodhya’s Guinness-record Deepotsav to indigenous defence milestones and buoyant markets, the festive week paints a picture of faith and progress walking hand in hand.
Let’s explore the top national, defence, financial, and world developments shaping the day of 21 October 2025.
Ayodhya’s Deepotsav Sets a Global Record
The holy city of Ayodhya has once again made global headlines by lighting 26.17 lakh earthen lamps along the Saryu River — the highest ever recorded by Guinness World Records. The grand event, spanning 56 ghats including the sacred Ram Ki Paidi, reflected the theme of “Ram Rajya through light and unity.”
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath hailed the event as a divine culmination of Sanatan culture and national pride, symbolizing India’s emergence as a cultural and economic powerhouse under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.
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Nationwide Highlights: Governance, Tourism and Innovation
- ✅ The Centre released ₹2,000 crore as advance SDRF aid to flood-affected states Karnataka and Maharashtra.
- ✅ Nagaland’s Dzükou Valley has been nominated as one of India’s 50 global-standard tourism destinations.
- ✅ The government launched the ₹600 crore Kapas Kranti Mission to revolutionize India’s cotton farming with high-density plantation and digital apps.
- ✅ UIDAI announced a mascot design contest for Aadhaar with a ₹1 lakh prize and introduced SITAA — a new innovation scheme to strengthen digital identity security.
- ✅ IISF 2025 will be held in Chandigarh under the theme “Vigyan se Samruddhi.”
Finance & Market Roundup
Markets reflected festive cheer with Sensex closing at 83,952.19 (+0.58%) and Nifty at 25,709.85 (+0.49%). The rupee stabilized around ₹88 per USD, supported by possible RBI intervention. Gold and silver continued their upward streak, with gold trading at ₹12,940 per gram and silver crossing ₹1.89 lakh per kg in Mumbai.
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Defence Front: Indigenous Power and Modernization
India’s defence ecosystem shone bright this week with indigenous breakthroughs across land, air, and sea platforms:
| Defence Project | Key Achievement | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Tejas Mk-2 | Introduced Auxiliary Mission Computer | Enhances avionics resilience and mission control |
| NAG Mk-2 Missile | Test-fired from Zorawar light tank | Boosts India’s light armor firepower |
| ATAGS Artillery System | Developed jointly by DRDO and Bharat Forge | Symbol of indigenous artillery modernization |
| BrahMos Missile | Production expanded in Lucknow | Aligns with Atmanirbhar Bharat vision |
Meanwhile, PTC Industries secured DRDO certification for oil tank titanium castings for the Kaveri Derivative Engine, a critical step toward indigenous aerospace manufacturing.
Global and Regional Highlights
On the international stage, India’s diplomatic footprint grew stronger as Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya praised New Delhi’s leadership and bilateral cooperation. Meanwhile, the global security landscape remained tense with:
- ⚠️ Russia demanding control over Donetsk as a peace condition.
- ⚠️ Pakistan–Afghanistan ceasefire brokered by Qatar and Turkey.
- ⚠️ China issuing typhoon alerts and Balochistan witnessing forced disappearances.
- ⚠️ US protests erupting under the banner “No Kings” opposing President Trump’s policies.
Sports and Culture
In sports, India Women lost narrowly to England Women by 4 runs in Indore, while Tanvi Sharma bagged silver at the Junior Badminton World Championship. In Pro Kabaddi League, Patna Pirates outperformed Puneri Paltan 38–27. On the entertainment front, Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 continues its blockbuster streak across India.
Investor Takeaway
Indian-Share-Tips.com Nifty Expert Gulshan Khera, CFP®, who is also a SEBI Regd Investment Adviser, notes that India’s festive season is reflecting an inspiring blend of cultural vitality, policy stimulus, and market optimism. From Ayodhya’s Deepotsav to indigenous defence breakthroughs, India’s transformation is both symbolic and strategic. Investors should look beyond short-term volatility and position for sectors aligned with domestic growth and innovation — especially defence, infrastructure, and consumption themes.
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