India Enters Women’s World Cup Final 2025 After Beating Australia

ByAjay Gulia 31/10/202531/10/2025

On 30 October 2025, India scripted history by chasing down 339 runs — the highest successful run chase in Women’s ODI history — to defeat Australia by five wickets in the second semi-final at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai.

Jemimah Rodrigues was the star of the match, scoring a match-winning unbeaten 127 and sharing a 167-run partnership with captain Harmanpreet Kaur (89) to guide India to victory with nine balls to spare.

Batting first, Australia posted 338 all out, powered by Phoebe Litchfield’s 119 (93 balls) and contributions from Ellyse Perry and Ashleigh Gardner (63). However, India’s disciplined bowling and steady chase turned the tide.

Player of the Match: Jemimah Rodrigues (127* off 134 balls)
Historic Milestone: Highest-ever successful chase (339) in Women’s ODI history
Final: India 🇮🇳 vs South Africa 🇿🇦 on Sunday

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Current Affairs MCQs : Dated – 21 October 2025
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A. East Bengal FC
B. Real Kashmir FC
C. Mohun Bagan Super Giant
D. Bengaluru FC
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➡️ Answer: C. Mohun Bagan Super Giant
Q. Which countries mediated the ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan in October 2025?
A. Saudi Arabia and Iran
B. Qatar and Turkiye
C. China and Russia
D. USA and UAE
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➡️ Answer: B. Qatar and Turkiye
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A. Evo Morales
B. Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga
C. Rodrigo Paz
D. Edman Lara
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➡️ Answer: C. Rodrigo Paz
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A. Battle of Kargil
B. 26/11 Mumbai Attacks
C. 1959 Hot Springs incident in Ladakh
D. Operation Blue Star
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➡️ Answer: C. 1959 Hot Springs incident in Ladakh
India retained U19 Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup Title
Trisha Gongadi put out a sparkling all-round performance as a dominant India retained their U19 Women’s T20 Cricket World Cup title with a nine-wicket win over South Africa in the summit clash at the Bayuemas Oval on 2 Feb 2025.
A stellar bowling performance, with the spinners taking nine wickets – three of which went to Trisha – along with fielders stepping up nicely, helped Niki Prasad-led India bowl out South Africa for 82 on a slow pitch.
In the chase, Trisha made 44 not out off 33 balls while Sanika Chalke slammed an unbeaten 26 off 22 deliveries to help India complete the chase in 11.2 overs. This victory marks India’s second successive triumph in the U19 Women’s T20 World Cup, showing their dominance at this level as they also became the first side to win the title without losing any game.
Brief Scores:
- South Africa 82 all out (Mieke van Voorst 23, Fay Cowling 15; Trisha Gongadi 3-15, Parunika Sisodia 2-6)
- India 84/1 in 11.2 overs (Trisha Gongadi 44 not out, Sanika Chalke 26 not out; Kayla Reyneke 1-14)
India won by nine wickets.
GST Bachat Utsav 2025 – Next-Gen GST Reforms
On 22 September 2025, India launched Next Generation GST reforms, simplifying the tax system with just two slabs (5% & 18%). GST was reduced on 370+ items, including essentials like food, medicines, toiletries, and stationery. Many life-saving drugs are now GST-free or taxed at 5%. FMCG brands like Amul and Mother Dairy announced price cuts.
The reforms aim to reduce household expenses, boost savings, support MSMEs, and spur investment. PM Modi called it a “double bonanza” with GST cuts and income tax relief (zero tax up to ₹12 lakh), projecting savings of up to ₹2.5 lakh crore for citizens.
The GST Bachat Utsav, launched on the first day of Navratri, is being celebrated nationwide as a festival of savings and economic empowerment.
SHANTI Bill 2025: Major Reform in India’s Civil Nuclear Energy Sector
The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025 (SHANTI Bill) represents a major reform in India’s civil nuclear sector, positioning nuclear power as a key component of the country’s clean energy transition. Passed by both Houses of Parliament in December 2025, the bill replaces outdated laws such as the Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and the Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010.
Despite India’s nuclear power capacity doubling since 2014, it still forms a small share of the overall energy mix. The SHANTI Bill aims to scale up nuclear energy to meet climate commitments and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
A landmark feature of the bill is the opening of the nuclear sector to private participation, allowing private companies and joint ventures to construct, own, operate, and decommission nuclear power plants. It grants statutory authority to the Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) to strengthen safety oversight and licensing.
The bill also consolidates safety, liability, and compensation provisions into a single legal framework, reforms liability rules to attract investment while ensuring public safety, and encourages research and innovation by easing licensing for certain R&D activities.
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8th Pay Commission Announcement: The government announced the setting up of the 8th Pay Commission for central government employees and pensioners on 16 January 2025.
7th Pay Commission term ends in 2026.
The commission will benefit over 45 lakh employees and 68 lakh pensioners.
CBSE Introduces Two-Term Class 10 Board Exams
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a new exam pattern for Class 10 board exams, starting from the next academic year (2026). The exams will now be conducted in two terms:
- The first exam in February will be compulsory for all students.
- The second exam in May will be optional, meant for students who wish to improve their scores.
Students will be allowed to improve their performance in up to three subjects out of Science, Mathematics, Social Science, and languages.
- Results of the two exams will be declared in April and June, respectively.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan praised the move, stating it will:
- Reduce exam-related stress
- Offer flexibility
- Create a more student-friendly and joyful learning environment
This reform is in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which recommends twice-a-year board exams as a student-centric and globally aligned approach to education.