Mon Oct 27 06:20:00 UTC 2025: News Roundup: Key Headlines for October 27, 2025

India:

  • ISRO to Launch Communication Satellite: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced the launch of the CMS-03 communication satellite on November 2nd from Sriharikota.
  • ASEAN-India Trade Deal Sought: Prime Minister Modi aims to conclude the ASEAN-India trade in goods deal by the end of the year.
  • EC to Announce Voter List Revision: The Election Commission will hold a press conference Monday evening to announce a pan-India Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voters’ list.
  • Congress Star Campaigners for Bihar: The Congress party has announced its 40 star campaigners for the Bihar assembly polls, including Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra.
  • Congress Accuses BJP of Hijacking Local Body Polls: The Congress alleges the BJP manipulated local body polls in Dadra and Nagar Haveli by rejecting nomination papers.
  • Satish Shah Cremated: The film and television fraternity mourned the loss of veteran actor Satish Shah, who was cremated on Sunday.
  • Jharkhand CM Orders Suspension After HIV Cases: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren ordered the suspension of officials after thalassemia-affected children tested HIV-positive following blood transfusions.
  • JD(U) Expels Rebel Leaders: Bihar’s JD(U) expelled 16 rebel leaders, including a sitting MLA, ahead of the assembly elections.
  • Delhi Airport’s T2 Reopens: Refurbished Terminal 2 at Delhi airport has resumed operations with IndiGo and Air India flights.
  • President Murmu on Chhath Puja: President Murmu greeted citizens on Chhath Puja, emphasizing the festival’s message of unity.

World:

  • Trump Claims India Reducing Russian Oil: Former US President Donald Trump claimed India is significantly reducing its oil purchases from Russia.
  • US Eyes Expanded Relationship with Pakistan: The US is looking at expanding its strategic relationship with Pakistan, but it won’t be at the expense of ties with India.
  • Chinese Scholars Praise Bhagavad Gita: Chinese scholars have lauded the Bhagavad Gita as a source of wisdom for the modern world.

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