๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India’s Top 10 News (04 October 2025) — English Section



1. Cyclone Shakti Forms over Arabian Sea, Expected to Intensify

The India Meteorological Department has announced the formation of **Cyclone Shakti**, the season’s first over the Arabian Sea. Located about 250 km west-southwest of Dwarka, Gujarat, the storm is projected to strengthen into a severe cyclonic storm by Saturday. While land impact is predicted to be minimal, rough seas and coastal disturbances are expected, prompting alerts to fishermen and maritime operations. Source: Times of India. (link)


2. FM Sitharaman Emphasizes Resilient Growth, Flags External Risks

During a keynote address at the Economic Conclave, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman affirmed that India’s economy remains resilient despite global headwinds. She pledged increased capital spending — ₹11.21 trillion for FY26 — to support infrastructure growth, while warning against complacency amid rising U.S. tariffs on Indian imports. Source: Reuters. (link)


3. RBI Proposes Easing Foreign Borrowing Rules for Corporates

The Reserve Bank of India has floated a proposal to relax external commercial borrowing (ECB) norms. Under the new plan, companies may borrow up to $1 billion or 300% of their net worth (whichever is higher) without prior approval, and many cost caps on short-term borrowings could be removed. The proposal is open for public feedback through October 24. Source: Reuters. (link)


4. India and China to Resume Direct Flights After Five Years

India and China are preparing to restart **direct flight services**, suspended since 2020 due to COVID-19 and border tensions. Air India and partner carriers plan to resume routes by late October, including Kolkata–Guangzhou. The decision is viewed as a diplomatic gesture aimed at normalizing bilateral ties. Source: AP / Reuters coverage. (link)


5. Marico Reports 30% Revenue Jump Amid Price Hikes

Consumer goods major **Marico** announced a ~30% year-on-year revenue increase, attributing growth to strategic price adjustments and strong demand for its premium hair oils. Domestic volumes remained in high single digits, signaling that pricing — not just volume — drove results. Source: Reuters. (link)


6. India Eyes Buying Additional S-400 Missile Systems from Russia

India is exploring procurement of additional batches of **S-400 surface-to-air missile systems** from Russia, after the effectiveness shown in recent operations. Discussions may feature in the upcoming Putin–Modi meeting, building on prior defense partnerships. Source: Economic Times / media. (link)


7. RBI Grants Self-Regulatory Status to FIDC for Non-Bank Lending

The RBI has granted **self-regulatory organisation (SRO)** status to the Finance Industry Development Council (FIDC) for the non-bank lending sector. The move is intended to bring greater compliance and oversight to NBFCs and securitisation platforms. Source: Reuters. (link)


8. Ministry Orders Cancellation of Solar Tenders Over Import Rule Violations

India’s Renewable Energy Ministry has directed clean energy agencies to cancel and reissue solar tenders that were rushed ahead of new import restrictions. Projects covering 3–4 GW may be affected. The move is seen as an attempt to enforce India’s new policy on local manufacturing standards. Source: Reuters. (link)


9. Assam Scraps Clean Energy Policy, Threatening Investments

The Assam government has revoked its flagship clean energy policy announced earlier in 2025. The decision has rattled investors in renewables, who had factored in incentives and ease-of-entry under the previous scheme. The move raises concerns about policy stability in India’s northeast. Source: Reuters. (link)


10. India Condemns Pakistan Crackdown in PoK Amid Protests

India has publicly condemned a security crackdown by Pakistani forces in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) that reportedly killed at least 10 civilian protestors. The MEA accused Islamabad of “horrific human rights violations” and demanded accountability. Source: Hindustan Times / MEA statements. (link)


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