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CURRENT AFFAIRS : BANKING, FINANCE & BUSINESS

BharatPe and YES BANK Introduce ‘Pay Later with BharatPe’ Instant Credit on UPI

• BharatPe, in partnership with YES BANK, launched ‘Pay Later with BharatPe’, an instant Credit on UPI product powered by NPCI.
• The product aims to democratise access to credit across India, catering to both consumers and merchants, especially those new to credit.
• The facility provides interest-free credit for up to 45 days, with limits refreshed upon repayment, and flexible 3–12 month EMI repayment options.
• Users can track usage, limits, and repayments, manage EMIs, and pay securely via UPI, ensuring a safe, convenient, and fully integrated credit experience.
• BharatPe CEO : Nalin Negi

About YES Bank:

• Founded: 2004
• Headquarters: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
• Managing Director & CEO: Prashant Kumar
• Tagline : “Life Ko Banao Rich”

Only Five Startups Achieve Unicorn Status in 2025, Reflecting Valuation Reset in India’s Startup Ecosystem

• Only five startups became unicorns in 2025, the same as in 2024, indicating a continued valuation reset in India’s startup ecosystem despite a recovery in growth-stage funding.
• According to Venture Intelligence, $3.2 billion was invested in Series B and C rounds in 2025, up from $2.6 billion in 2024.
• The five new unicorns in 2025 were Dhan, Jumbotail, Drools, Porter, and Juspay.
• This is sharply lower than 2022, when 22 startups reached unicorn status during the pandemic-era valuation boom.
• A unicorn company is a privately held startup valued at over $1 billion, a term coined by VC Aileen Lee.

Reserve Bank of India Grants Final Payment Aggregator Licence to Mswipe Technologies

• Mswipe Technologies Private Limited received the final Payment Aggregator (PA) licence from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
• The licence allows Mswipe to provide both online and offline merchant payment acceptance under a single regulatory framework.
• The PA approval authorises onboarding of merchants and aggregation of multiple payment instruments across online, offline and hybrid platforms.
• The licence enables inward and outward cross-border transactions, strengthening international payment facilitation.
• Omnichannel payment acceptance is supported through e-commerce websites, mobile applications (apps) and physical storefronts.
• Mswipe Technologies also holds an in-principle Prepaid Payment Instrument (PPI) licence and a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) licence, obtained in 2022.
• With this approval, Mswipe joins a select group of fully authorised Payment Aggregators including Paytm, Razorpay, Pine Labs, Easebuzz, PayU and Airpay.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: NATIONAL AND STATE NEWS

National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub Scheme to Promote Inclusive Entrepreneurship

• The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises has intensified efforts to promote entrepreneurship among Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities through the National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub Scheme, in line with the goals of inclusive economic growth, social justice, and equitable participation in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises ecosystem.
• The National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub is a flagship scheme of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, implemented by the National Small Industries Corporation Limited, a Government of India enterprise.
• The scheme focuses on capacity building, entrepreneurship promotion, financial support, skill development, and market access for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe entrepreneurs.
• The primary objective of the scheme is to develop entrepreneurial capacity among Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities and enable them to compete effectively in domestic and global markets, addressing long-standing challenges such as limited access to credit, weak market linkages, lack of exposure to public procurement, and gaps in technical and managerial skills.
• A key feature of the scheme is its support for public procurement, where Ministries, Departments, and Central Public Sector Enterprises are mandated to procure at least four percent of their total purchases from Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe owned enterprises.
• The scheme facilitates registration on the Government e-Marketplace, participation in tenders, and understanding of procurement procedures.
• To address financial constraints, the scheme facilitates credit linkages with public and private sector banks, financial institutions, and Non-Banking Financial Companies, assists in preparing bankable project reports, and helps entrepreneurs access timely and affordable finance.
• The scheme places strong emphasis on skill development and capacity building through Entrepreneurship Development Programmes, management and technical training, digital marketing awareness, Goods and Services Tax compliance, quality standards, and export promotion.
• The scheme also promotes technology adoption, participation in trade fairs and exhibitions, buyer seller meets, and integration with domestic and global value chains, improving competitiveness and visibility of Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe enterprises.

Tamil Nadu Launches Conservation Initiative for Smooth-Coated Otters in Cauvery Delta

• The Tamil Nadu Government launched a special conservation initiative to protect the smooth-coated otter, a Vulnerable species found in the Cauvery river delta, reflecting rising concern over declining freshwater ecosystems.
• The programme focuses on studying otter population dynamics, behavioural patterns, habitat improvement, and reducing human–wildlife conflict, especially with local fishing communities.
• The initiative was announced during a Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly session on endangered species protection and will cover parts of Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, and Cuddalore districts.
• Key objectives include estimating otter population numbers, mapping and ranking critical habitats, studying threats such as pollution and conflict, and restoring habitats through measures like reed planting and fish ladders.
• The project received administrative approval of ₹20 lakh, with ₹10 lakh allocated for the financial year 2025–26, and is planned for a one-year duration.
• The initiative is led by the Advanced Institute for Wildlife Conservation, the research wing of the Tamil Nadu Forest Department, located in Vandalur, Chennai.
• Field research will be conducted by the Department of Wildlife Biology at AVC Autonomous College, Mayiladuthurai, under the supervision of the Forest Department.
• The Endangered Wildlife and Environmental Trust is also involved in habitat mapping, field surveys, and awareness programmes across the Cauvery delta.
• The smooth-coated otter, the largest otter species in Asia, inhabits rivers, lakes, wetlands, mangroves, and irrigation canals, and is locally known as “meenakutty” in the delta region.
• Smooth-coated otters live in groups called bevvies, communicate using whistles and chirps, and feed on fish such as carp, catfish, tilapia, and prawns, playing a key role in aquatic balance.
• The species is listed as Vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List and is protected under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, providing the highest level of legal protection.
• Otters are considered indicator species, and their conservation helps preserve freshwater biodiversity, protect wetlands, and support long-term fish populations and livelihoods.

VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025 Comes into Force – Replaces Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act

• India’s rural employment framework entered a new phase with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, officially becoming law after receiving Presidential assent from Droupadi Murmu, as confirmed by the Ministry of Rural Development.
• The new law replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005, marking a major policy shift in rural employment and livelihood support.
• The Bill was passed by Parliament in 2025 amid opposition protests, with the government stating the need to modernise rural employment delivery and align it with broader development goals.
• A key provision of the Act is the guarantee of 125 days of wage employment per rural household per financial year, higher than the 100 days guaranteed under Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.
• The scheme focuses not only on employment generation but also on strengthening rural livelihoods (Ajeevika) through improved planning, asset creation, and convergence with other rural development programmes.
• According to the government, the new framework aims to promote sustainable livelihoods, enhance productivity, and support long-term rural development, rather than only short-term employment.
• The replacement of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act is significant as it has been one of India’s most impactful social welfare laws since 2005, providing employment security to millions of rural households.

Doha Hosts 11th Conference of States Parties to the UN Convention Against Corruption

• The 11th Conference of the State Parties (COSP-11) to the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) was held from 15–19 December 2025 in Doha, Qatar.
• It is the world’s largest global anti-corruption conference, focusing on strengthening international anti-corruption frameworks and reviewing progress on the only legally binding universal anti-corruption instrument.

Key Highlights :

• The 5-day conference was hosted by the State of Qatar in collaboration with the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
• The conference was presided over by Hamad bin Nasser Al-Misnad, Chairman of the Administrative Control and Transparency Authority (ACTA) of Qatar.
• A major outcome of COSP-11 was the adoption of the “Doha Declaration 2025”, titled “Strengthening international cooperation and technical assistance and seizing the opportunities provided by Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems in preventing and combating corruption.”
• The Doha Declaration 2025 urges member states to leverage digital technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to strengthen cross-border law enforcement cooperation against corruption.
• It emphasizes improving the accuracy, efficiency and objectivity of national corruption risk assessments through digital tools and big data analysis.
• The declaration highlights the role of expert digital networks, especially the UNODC Global Operational Network of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities (GlobE Network), for secure and instant information exchange.
• Apart from the Doha Declaration, COSP-11 adopted 11 additional resolutions addressing diverse anti-corruption issues.
• These resolutions focus on enhancing transparency in political party funding, candidates for elected public offices, and electoral campaign financing, as well as the role of corruption in environmental crimes.
• The 12th session of COSP (COSP-12) will be held in Uzbekistan in 2027.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: MOUS AND AGREEMENT

India–Netherlands Sign Memorandum of Understanding for National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal

• India and the Netherlands signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal, Gujarat, marking a major step in showcasing India’s ancient maritime and seafaring legacy at the global level.
• The National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal is one of India’s most ambitious cultural infrastructure projects and is being developed under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. Lothal, part of the Indus Valley Civilisation, is believed to be among the world’s oldest dockyards, dating back nearly 4,500 years.
• The Memorandum of Understanding was exchanged during a bilateral meeting between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Netherlands Foreign Minister David van Weel. Under the agreement, the National Maritime Heritage Complex will collaborate with the National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam.
• The cooperation focuses on exchange of knowledge and best practices in maritime museum design, curation and conservation of maritime artefacts, joint exhibitions and research programmes, cultural exchange initiatives, and use of innovative tools to enhance visitor experience and education.
• The partnership is expected to help the National Maritime Heritage Complex align with international museum standards and enhance its global visibility by drawing on the Netherlands’ strong expertise in maritime history, naval heritage, and museum conservation.
• The collaboration also reflects strengthening India–Netherlands strategic and cultural relations, particularly in the areas of maritime heritage, trade, and cultural diplomacy.
• The National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal is expected to transform Gujarat into a global maritime heritage hub, boost cultural tourism and the local economy, create educational and research opportunities, and strengthen India’s soft power through international cultural engagement.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: BOOKS AND AUTHOR

HarperCollins Publishers India to Release Book on Salman Khan

• HarperCollins Publishers India has announced the publication of a new book titled “Salman Khan: The Sultan of Bollywood”, authored by award-winning journalist and writer Mohar Basu.
• The book is scheduled for release, coinciding with the birthday of Salman Khan, one of Hindi cinema’s most influential and enduring superstars.
• The book traces Salman Khan’s cinematic journey, focusing on his iconic screen characters, memorable dialogues, chart-topping songs, and box office-defining films.
• It blends fan anecdotes, film industry insights, and rare photographs, providing a detailed account of how Salman Khan emerged as the quintessential mass hero of Bollywood.
• The narrative highlights popular roles such as Prem, Bajrangi, and Tiger, showcasing his dominance across romance, comedy, and action genres, a rare achievement in Hindi cinema.
• Author Mohar Basu described the book as a tribute to the old-school magic of cinema, when the arrival of a superstar could electrify single-screen theatres.
• She emphasised that Salman Khan represents the uninhibited joy of movie-going, a quality that has become increasingly rare in contemporary cinema.
• According to the author, the book explains why Salman Khan has remained a ritualistic and festival-linked presence for audiences for nearly three decades, particularly during festival releases and first-day-first-show screenings.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : DEFENCE NEWS

INSV Kaundinya Set for Maiden Voyage as Indian Navy’s Pioneering Stitched Sailing Vessel

• INSV Kaundinya is the Indian Navy’s pioneering stitched sailing vessel, aimed at reviving India’s ancient shipbuilding and seafaring traditions.
• The maiden overseas voyage of INSV Kaundinya will begin on 29 December 2025, sailing from Porbandar, Gujarat to Muscat, Oman.
• The vessel is inspired by ancient Indian ship depictions and constructed entirely using traditional stitched-plank technology.
• Wooden planks are stitched with coconut coir rope and sealed using natural resins, without modern metal fastenings.
• This traditional shipbuilding technique once prevailed along India’s coastline and across the Indian Ocean.
• The technology historically enabled Indian mariners to undertake long-distance voyages to West Asia, Africa and Southeast Asia.
• The project was executed under a tripartite MoU between the Ministry of Culture, Indian Navy, and M/s Hodi Innovations.
• The vessel was built by traditional artisans under the guidance of master shipwright Shri Babu Sankaran.
• Research, design and testing support were provided by the Indian Navy and academic institutions.
• INSV Kaundinya is fully seaworthy and capable of oceanic navigation.
• The ship is named after legendary mariner Kaundinya, symbolising India’s historic role as a maritime nation.

QUAD Nations Hold First Field Training Exercise During Operation Christmas Drop

• The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) partners — India, USA, Australia and Japan — conducted their 1st Field Training Exercise (FTX) from December 08–12, 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base (AAFB), Guam (USA) on the sidelines of Operation Christmas Drop.
• The objective of the exercise was to enhance shared logistics capacity for rapid and effective humanitarian assistance and disaster response in the Indo-Pacific region.

Key Highlights :

• The FTX operationalised coordination under the Indo-Pacific Logistics Network (IPLN), a QUAD framework aimed at strengthening logistics interoperability, information sharing, and coordinated support during Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR)
• Training activities included disaster-response drills such as boarding a Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF) C-130H transport aircraft, focusing on improving interoperability and coordination among QUAD partners.
• The FTX, along with the Tabletop Exercise (TTX) held in April 2025 at the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies (APCSS), USA, reaffirmed QUAD’s commitment to practical cooperation and a free and open Indo-Pacific.
• Operation Christmas Drop, launched in 1952, is the world’s longest-running humanitarian airlift mission, conducted annually by the United States Air Force (USAF) to deliver food, medical supplies, and essential relief to remote Pacific island communities.

About QUAD :

• QUAD is an informal grouping of four nations aimed at enhancing maritime security, economic growth, regional stability, and countering China’s rising influence in the Indo-Pacific.
• The QUAD was conceptualised in 2007 by former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe and was revived in 2017 as a strategic forum.
• The 1st QUAD Leaders’ Summit was held virtually in 2021, while the 4th Summit was hosted by the USA in Wilmington in 2024.
• India will host the 5th QUAD Leaders’ Summit in 2025, underscoring its growing leadership role in Indo-Pacific security cooperation.

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh Unveils Guide for Preparing Detailed Project Reports for Road Infrastructure Projects

• Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh released the ‘Guide on Preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for Road Infrastructure Projects’ prepared by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on 23 December 2025 in New Delhi.
• BRO is responsible for construction and maintenance of highways and strategic roads in remote and challenging border areas of India.
• DPRs are comprehensive planning documents covering engineering design, execution strategy, quality control and cost analysis.
• The Guide provides a uniform and standardised framework for specifications, guidelines and procedures for DPR preparation.
• The initiative aims to reduce time and cost overruns caused by inadequate DPRs.
• The guide is expected to improve quality, consistency and timely execution of projects, strengthening strategic connectivity and socio-economic development of border regions.

Indian Navy Receives ‘Anjadip’, Third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft

• ‘Anjadip’, the third of eight ASW Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), was delivered to the Indian Navy on 22 December 2025 at Chennai.
• The ship has been indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, in partnership with L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP)
• ASW SWC vessels are constructed as per the Classification Rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), highlighting collaborative defence manufacturing.
• With a length of about 77 metres, these are the largest Indian Naval warships propelled by Waterjets.
• Anjadip is equipped with Lightweight Torpedoes, indigenously designed Anti-Submarine Rockets, and shallow water SONAR, enabling effective detection and engagement of underwater threats.
• The ship will enhance the Navy’s anti-submarine warfare, coastal surveillance, and mine-laying capabilities.
• The vessel is named after Anjadip Island off the coast of Karwar, Karnataka, and is a reincarnation of the erstwhile INS Anjadip, a Petya-class corvette decommissioned in 2003.
• The delivery marks a key milestone in indigenous shipbuilding, aligned with the Government’s vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’, with over 80% indigenous content.

About Indian Navy (IN):

• Established : 1950
• Headquarters : New Delhi, Delhi
• Chief of Naval Staff (CoNS): Admiral Dinesh Kumar (DK) Tripathi

Indian Army Partners with Netaji Subhas University of Technology for Software and AI-Based Defence Solutions

• The Indian Army signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT) to collaborate on software and AI‑based defence solutions.
• Under the MoU, NSUT students and faculty will participate in live problem‑solving projects of the Indian Army, gaining hands-on experience in real operational challenges.
• NSUT will support capacity building through Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) and customised training programmes for Army personnel, strengthening indigenous innovation‑driven defence preparedness.
• The collaboration aims to enhance technology integration, AI applications, and self‑reliance in defence in line with Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
• Meanwhile, the Indian Army is set to procure around 850 kamikaze drones (loitering munitions) under fast‑track acquisition procedures from indigenous sources.
• The proposal for 850 loitering munitions with launchers is at an advanced stage and is expected to be cleared by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC).
• The Indian Army plans to induct around 30,000 loitering munitions in the near future to equip all fighting forces.
• Each Army infantry battalion will have one Ashni platoon, responsible for operating drones for enemy targeting and counter‑insurgency operations.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Indian Space Research Organisation Successfully Tests Drogue Parachutes for Gaganyaan Crew Module, Advancing Human Spaceflight Readiness

• Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted qualification tests of drogue parachutes for the Gaganyaan Crew Module, marking a crucial step toward human spaceflight certification.
• The tests were carried out on December 18–19, 2025 at the Rail Track Rocket Sled (RTRS) facility of Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL), a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) laboratory in Union Territory (UT) Chandigarh.

Key Highlights :

• The Gaganyaan deceleration system comprises 10 parachutes of four different types, designed to ensure safe and controlled descent.
• The descent sequence begins with two apex cover separation parachutes, which remove the protective cover of the parachute compartment.
• This is followed by the deployment of two drogue parachutes, which stabilise and decelerate the crew module.
• After drogue release, three pilot parachutes are deployed to extract three main parachutes, ensuring final deceleration and safe touchdown.
• The tests were supported by ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and DRDO’s ADRDE and TBRL, reflecting inter-agency collaboration.
• Under the Gaganyaan Mission, ISRO plans to send a 3-member Indian crew into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) in 2027.
• The crewed mission will operate at an altitude of 400 km for a 3-day mission, followed by safe re-entry and recovery in the Indian Ocean.

About ISRO:

• Established: 15 August 1969
• Headquarters: New Delhi, India
• Chairman: V. Narayanan

National Commission for Women Launches ‘SHAKTI Scholars’ Fellowship to Promote Research on Women-Centric Policy Issues

• The National Commission for Women (NCW) has launched the ‘SHAKTI Scholars: NCW Young Research Fellowship’ to promote policy-oriented research on women-related issues in India.
• The fellowship encourages multidisciplinary research covering women’s safety, gender-based violence, legal rights, cyber safety, POSH implementation, health, education, economic empowerment, and work-life balance.
• It is open to Indian citizens aged 21–30 years with at least a graduation degree, with preference for postgraduates, doctoral candidates, and capable independent researchers.
• Selected scholars will receive a research grant of ₹1 lakh to conduct a six-month study, with funds released in stages based on research progress.

About NCW :

• The National Commission for Women (NCW) is an autonomous and statutory body established in 1992 under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990, to protect and promote women’s rights in India.
• NCW is responsible for reviewing and addressing issues related to women’s rights and making recommendations for their protection and promotion.
• As per Section 3 of the NCW Act 1990, the Commission consists of a Chairperson, 5 Members, and a Member-Secretary, all nominated by the Central Government.
• The Chairperson must be committed to the cause of women.
• The Chairperson and Members hold office for a term of three years and cannot be removed without being given an opportunity of being heard.
• Chairperson : Smt.Vijaya K. Rahatkar.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: SPORTS NEWS

Smriti Mandhana Becomes First Asian Batter to Cross 4,000 Runs in Women’s Twenty20 Internationals

• Indian Vice Captain Smriti Mandhana marked her return to international cricket by creating history in the first Women’s Twenty20 International against Sri Lanka at Visakhapatnam.
• She became the first Indian and first Asian batter to cross 4,000 runs in Women’s Twenty20 Internationals, reaffirming her status as one of the leading batters of the modern era.
• During the match, Mandhana scored 25 runs off 25 balls, a crucial innings that helped her reach 4,007 runs from 154 Women’s Twenty20 International matches.
• With this feat, she became only the second player in Women’s Twenty20 International history to cross the 4,000-run mark.
• Suzie Bates of New Zealand remains the highest run-scorer in the format with 4,716 runs in 177 matches.
• Mandhana now stands second on the all-time Women’s Twenty20 International run-scorers list, highlighting her consistency and longevity at the top level.

Sukhman Singh Wins Indian Golf Union 124th Amateur Golf Championship of India

• Indian amateur golf witnessed a major milestone as Sukhman Singh clinched the Indian Golf Union 124th Amateur Golf Championship of India with a dominant performance.
• The championship was held at the Tollygunge Club, Kolkata, one of the oldest golf courses in India.
• In the 36-hole matchplay final, Sukhman Singh defeated Harman Sachdeva of Haryana.
• The match remained tied until the sixth hole, after which Sukhman steadily gained control.
• He went 4 Up after 12 holes and maintained a 2 Up lead at the halfway stage, consistently pressuring his opponent.
• Sukhman later built a commanding 7 Up lead with seven holes remaining, leading to the match being concluded after 29 holes.
• The victory is significant due to Sukhman Singh’s sporting legacy, as his father Simarjeet Singh is a former India Number One amateur golfer and a multiple-time amateur champion.
• This background, along with Sukhman’s discipline and performance, has contributed to his rise in competitive golf.
• The championship title caps an excellent season for Sukhman Singh, during which he:
  • Won the Indian Golf Union Rajasthan Amateur Championship
  • Finished runner-up at the Andhra Pradesh Amateur Championship
  • Secured fourth place at the South African Amateur strokeplay event
• The Amateur Golf Championship of India is organised by the Indian Golf Union.
• First held in 1892, it is recognised as the world’s longest running amateur matchplay golf tournament.
• The 124th edition once again highlighted the tournament’s prestige and its role in shaping India’s top amateur golfers.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: IMPORTANT DAYS

National Consumer Rights Day 2025 is observed on 24 December

• National Consumer Rights Day 2025 is observed on 24 December to create awareness about the rights and protection of consumers in India.
• The theme for 2025 is “Efficient and Speedy Disposal through Digital Justice”, highlighting India’s focus on technology-enabled, accessible, and timely consumer grievance redressal mechanisms.
• Consumers play a central role in the economy as most buying and selling decisions are driven by consumer demand, making consumer awareness and protection essential.
• In India, consumer rights received formal recognition with the enactment of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, which aimed to protect consumers from unfair trade practices, sale of substandard goods, fraud, and deficiency in services.
• With rapid economic transformation, changes in shopping behaviour, travel patterns, digital commerce, and service delivery, the existing consumer protection framework required modernisation.
• To address these changes, the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 was passed by the Parliament of India on 6 August 2019, replacing the 1986 Act and strengthening consumer rights in a dynamic and digital economy.
• The Right to Information Act complements the Consumer Protection Acts by promoting transparency and accountability in governance, which has significant implications for consumer empowerment.
• Key consumer rights recognised in India include the Right to Safety, Right to Information, Right to Choice, and Right to Consumer Education, which together form the foundation of the national consumer movement.
• National Consumer Rights Day reinforces the need to strengthen consumer awareness, digital justice systems, and institutional mechanisms to ensure fair, informed, and secure participation of consumers in the economy.

Daily CA One- Liner: December 24

• The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises has intensified efforts to promote entrepreneurship among Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe communities through the National Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Hub Scheme, in line with the goals of inclusive economic growth, social justice, and equitable participation in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises ecosystem
• The Tamil Nadu Government launched a special conservation initiative to protect the smooth-coated otter, a Vulnerable species found in the Cauvery river delta, reflecting rising concern over declining freshwater ecosystems
• India’s rural employment framework entered a new phase with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, officially becoming law after receiving Presidential assent from Droupadi Murmu, as confirmed by the Ministry of Rural Development
• India and the Netherlands signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal, Gujarat, marking a major step in showcasing India’s ancient maritime and seafaring legacy at the global level
• HarperCollins Publishers India has announced the publication of a new book titled “Salman Khan: The Sultan of Bollywood”, authored by award-winning journalist and writer Mohar Basu
• Indian Vice Captain Smriti Mandhana marked her return to international cricket by creating history in the first Women’s Twenty20 International against Sri Lanka at Visakhapatnam
• Indian amateur golf witnessed a major milestone as Sukhman Singh clinched the Indian Golf Union 124th Amateur Golf Championship of India with a dominant performance.
• BharatPe, in partnership with YES BANK, launched ‘Pay Later with BharatPe’, an instant Credit on UPI product powered by NPCI.
• Only five startups became unicorns in 2025, the same as in 2024, indicating a continued valuation reset in India’s startup ecosystem despite a recovery in growth-stage funding.
• Mswipe Technologies Private Limited received the final Payment Aggregator (PA) licence from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
• India and New Zealand concluded negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) in December 2025, making it one of India’s fastest-concluded FTAs.
• The 11th Conference of the State Parties (COSP-11) to the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) was held from 15–19 December 2025 in Doha, Qatar.
• INSV Kaundinya is the Indian Navy’s pioneering stitched sailing vessel, aimed at reviving India’s ancient shipbuilding and seafaring traditions.
• The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) partners — India, USA, Australia and Japan — conducted their 1st Field Training Exercise (FTX) from December 08–12, 2025 at Andersen Air Force Base (AAFB), Guam (USA) on the sidelines of Operation Christmas Drop.
• Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh released the ‘Guide on Preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) for Road Infrastructure Projects’ prepared by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on 23 December 2025 in New Delhi.
• ‘Anjadip’, the third of eight ASW Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), was delivered to the Indian Navy on 22 December 2025 at Chennai.
• The Indian Army signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT) to collaborate on software and AI‑based defence solutions.
• Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted qualification tests of drogue parachutes for the Gaganyaan Crew Module, marking a crucial step toward human spaceflight certification.
• The National Commission for Women (NCW) has launched the ‘SHAKTI Scholars: NCW Young Research Fellowship’ to promote policy-oriented research on women-related issues in India.
• National Consumer Rights Day 2025 is observed on 24 December to create awareness about the rights and protection of consumers in India.

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