Current Affairs 28 October 2025
Justice Surya Kant to become the 53rd Chief Justice of India
On October 27, 2025, Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai recommended the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, Justice Surya Kant, as his successor and the 53rd Chief Justice of India. Chief Justice B.R. Gavai is set to retire on November 23, 2025. After his formal appointment, Justice Kant will lead the Indian judiciary until February 9, 2027, marking a tenure of approximately 14 months. Justice B.R. Gavai, after Justice K.G. Balakrishnan, will be the second Dalit to become the Chief Justice of India.
Rajasthan Bans Employment of Children Under 14 in Shops and Commercial Establishments
- The Rajasthan government has introduced a policy reform by banning the employment of children below 14 years in shops and commercial establishments. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma approved the Rajasthan Shops and Commercial Establishments (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, with the aim of safeguarding children’s rights and improving their access to education, health, and nutrition.
- New Child Labour Restrictions Introduced
- The newly approved ordinance makes it illegal to employ children under 14 years in any shop or business establishment across the state. It also raises the minimum age for apprentices from 12 to 14 years, aligning the state’s regulations with national child labour laws. Officials stated that this move is a step toward ensuring that no child is deprived of schooling or essential welfare services due to employment pressures.
Andhra Pradesh Sets Up Data Centre Advisory Council to Target 6,000 MW Capacity by 2030
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has established a Data Centre Advisory Council aimed at achieving 6,000 MW of data centre capacity by 2030. The move follows major recent investments, including Google’s 1 GW and Sify Infinity’s 550 MW data centres in Visakhapatnam, and aligns with the State’s Data Centre Policy 4.0 framework to accelerate high-capacity infrastructure development.
Odisha’s Preetismita Bhoi Wins Gold and Sets World Record at Asian Youth Games 2025
- Odisha’s rising weightlifting star Preetismita Bhoi has brought glory to India by winning the gold medal in the 44 kg category at the 3rd Asian Youth Games held in Bahrain. The 16-year-old from Dhenkanal not only secured the top podium finish but also created new Asian and World records in the clean and jerk event.
- Historic Performance at Bahrain
- Preetismita delivered an outstanding performance, lifting a combined total of “158 kg” — including a record-breaking “92 kg in clean and jerk”. Her phenomenal lift set both Asian and World Youth records, making her one of the youngest lifters in history to achieve such a feat at this level. Her triumph adds another golden chapter to India’s weightlifting success story on the international stage.
Madras High Court Declares Cryptocurrency as ‘Property’ Under Indian Law
- The Madras High Court has formally recognised cryptocurrency as a form of “property” under Indian law, enabling courts to intervene in digital asset disputes and strengthening investor protection. The ruling, delivered by Justice N. Anand Venkatesh, is being seen as a watershed moment for India’s evolving crypto regulatory landscape.
- Recognition of Crypto as Property
- The court’s declaration arose from a petition filed by an investor whose XRP holdings on the WazirX exchange were frozen following a 2024 cyberattack. In its verdict, the bench clarified that although cryptocurrency is not a tangible asset or legal tender, it qualifies as a property that can be possessed, enjoyed, and held in trust. This interpretation aligns digital assets with existing property laws and the Income Tax Act’s definition of “virtual digital assets.”
Bhutan to Host Global Peace Prayer Festival to Unite Buddhist Leaders Worldwide
- Bhutan’s capital, Thimphu, is set to host the Global Peace Prayer Festival (GPPF), a two-week-long spiritual assembly dedicated to world peace and the healing of humanity. Scheduled from November 4 to 19, 2025, the festival will bring together eminent Buddhist lamas, scholars, and practitioners from across the globe, representing every school of Buddhism.
- A Global Call for Compassion and Unity
- The GPPF, organised by the Royal Government of Bhutan in collaboration with the Central Monastic Body and the Centre for Bhutan and GNH Studies, seeks to promote compassion, peace, and collective well-being in an era marked by conflict and social unrest. Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay emphasised the festival’s relevance, stating that “the need for peace, compassion, and understanding has never been greater.”
