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CURRENT AFFAIRS : BANKING, FINANCE & BUSINESS

S&P forecasts India’s GDP to expand 6.5% in FY26 and 6.7% in FY27, signaling sustained economic growth

• S&P Global Ratings retained India’s GDP forecast at 6.5% for FY26, as per its report titled “Economic Outlook Asia-Pacific Q1 2026: Signs of Relief” released in November 2025.
• S&P projected India’s GDP growth at 6.7% in FY27, showing continued strong economic momentum.
• India’s real GDP grew 7.8% in Q1 FY26 (April–June 2025), recording the fastest expansion in five quarters.
• S&P revised its Asia-Pacific GDP outlook to 4.2% for FY26, driven by lower trade tariff uncertainties, strong tech exports, and stable regional demand.
• The growth forecast is supported by strong domestic demand, favourable monsoon, GST reforms, and major infrastructure push by the government.
• The Indian rupee weakened due to capital outflows and uncertainty caused by higher U.S. tariffs and the absence of a trade agreement.
• S&P revised India’s inflation projection to 2.5% for FY26, down from 3.2%, due to a sharp fall in food inflation.
• Inflation for FY27 is expected to normalize to around 5%, as food price pressures stabilize.

About S&P Global Ratings:

• Headquarters : New York, USA
• Founded : 1860
• President : Yann Le Pallec

RBI November 2025 Bulletin States Indian Economy Gains Momentum in October on Strong Festive Demand, Rural Consumption, and GST Cuts

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) November 2025 Bulletin reported that the Indian economy gained momentum in October 2025, supported by strong festive-season demand, sustained rural consumption, and recent GST rate cuts.
• Domestic demand strengthened, driven by both urban revival and continued rural demand, with favourable monsoon, active agriculture, and GST spill-over benefits aiding overall consumption.
• Manufacturing and services sectors showed resilience, with high-frequency indicators signaling robust expansion, although sectoral variations were observed.
• Electricity demand fell due to unseasonal rains and early winter onset, while fuel consumption was mixed, with petrol usage rising and diesel consumption declining.
• Digital payments maintained positive trends but moderated in value and volume in October, showing granular variations across sectors despite overall growth.
• Headline inflation sharply declined to 0.3% in October 2025, down from 1.4% in September, primarily due to food price deflation, GST-led price cuts, and favourable base effects.
• Core inflation (excluding food and fuel) eased to around 4.3%, while financial conditions remained supportive and credit flows improved.
• The RBI emphasized a virtuous cycle from the combined effect of fiscal, monetary, and regulatory measures, encouraging higher private investment, productivity, and growth.

UAE–India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement Council Signs Partnerships with FAB and Hub71 to Boost Indian Start-Up Growth

• First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Hub71 signed strategic partnerships with the UAE–India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) Council (UICC) to boost cross-border entrepreneurship and support Indian start-ups.
• The agreements were signed by Nimesh Karwanyun (CEO-India, FAB) and Ahmed Aljneibi (Director, UAE–India CEPA Council).

Key Highlights :

• FAB will provide tailored banking solutions, expert mentorship, and access to corporate partners, investors, and regulators to one of the top five winning start-ups from the UAE-India Start-Up Series.
• FAB’s role includes financial solutions, strategic advisory, and enabling cross-border connectivity under the UAE–India CEPA framework.
• Hub71 will onboard the five winning start-ups into its Immersion Programme to accelerate market entry with mentorship and knowledge sessions.
• One selected start-up will enter Hub71’s Access Programme, gaining structured soft-landing, market exploration, and full integration into Abu Dhabi’s tech ecosystem.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: NATIONAL AND STATE NEWS

India Proposes Six New Global Initiatives at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa

• During the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced six major global initiatives aimed at strengthening sustainable development, global resilience, innovation, and humanitarian cooperation.
• India proposed creating a digital platform to preserve and share ancestral knowledge in areas such as medicine, agriculture, and sustainability, ensuring that traditional practices remain accessible for global benefit.
• Africa Skills Multiplier Program: India aims to train and certify one million skilled trainers in Africa, helping build a sustainable human capital base, promote employment generation, and support self-reliant growth, using India’s expertise in large-scale skill development.

Key Highlights

• Global Healthcare Response Team: A proposal to establish a rapid-deployment health task force comprising experts from G20 nations to respond to global health emergencies, pandemics, and crises, thereby strengthening global preparedness.
• Countering the Drug-Terror Nexus: India highlighted the urgent need to combat the drug trafficking–terrorism link through enhanced global cooperation, including joint enforcement, intelligence sharing, and strengthened legal frameworks among G20 members.
• Open Satellite Data Partnership: India proposed an initiative to provide satellite data from G20 space agencies to developing countries, particularly in the Global South, enabling data-driven improvements in agriculture, fisheries, disaster management, and environmental monitoring.
• Critical Minerals Circularity Initiative: With rising demand for critical minerals, India suggested promoting urban mining, battery recycling, and circular economy approaches to ensure sustainable mineral use, reduce mining dependence, and strengthen supply chain resilience.
• In the “A Resilient World” session, PM Modi linked these initiatives to India’s broader climate and development roadmap, emphasising climate adaptation, disaster resilience, and support for the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) to mobilise finance, technology, and skills.
• PM Modi highlighted key national programmes contributing to global development, including Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)—the world’s largest food security scheme, Ayushman Bharat—the world’s largest health insurance programme, and PM Fasal Bima Yojana, a comprehensive crop insurance scheme.
• India continued advocating Shree Anna (millets) as climate-resilient, nutritious grains, promoting their global adoption to support food security and mitigate climate change impacts.
• About G20:
  • The G20 is an intergovernmental forum comprising 19 countries and the European Union.
  • It accounts for 85% of global GDP, 75% of international trade, and two-thirds of the world’s population.
  • The African Union is the newest member inducted into the grouping.

India’s Key Interventions at COP30, Belém, Brazil (10–21 November 2025)

• India delivered a strong statement at the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the UNFCCC in Belém, Brazil, reaffirming its commitment to climate justice, financial equity, and sovereignty-based cooperation.
• India highlighted that despite 33 years since the 1992 Rio Earth Summit, developed nations have not fulfilled core commitments, especially on climate finance for developing countries.

Key Highlights

• India welcomed renewed focus on Article 9.1 of the Paris Agreement, which legally binds developed countries to provide predictable and adequate finance for mitigation and adaptation—stressing that this is a historical obligation, not charity.
• India praised the creation of the Just Transition Mechanism, calling it a milestone that ensures the low-carbon shift is fair, inclusive, and protects vulnerable communities through social and financial support.
• India raised strong objections to unilateral trade-restrictive climate policies such as carbon border taxes, noting that these violate CBDR-RC, distort global trade, and unfairly target developing nations; India thanked the COP30 Presidency for enabling open discussion on the issue.
• India emphasised that climate justice begins with protecting vulnerable populations—most of whom live in developing countries—and urged greater financial and technological support to meet escalating adaptation needs.
• India reaffirmed its commitment to a rules-based, science-driven, and equity-focused global climate governance system that respects national circumstances and avoids one-size-fits-all expectations.
• India reiterated its willingness to work with all Parties to enhance global climate ambition without marginalising developing nations.

Government to Introduce Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2025 to Bring Chandigarh Under Article 240

• The Government of India is set to introduce the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2025, proposing to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution, signalling a major shift in its governance structure.
• Currently, the Governor of Punjab serves as the Administrator of Chandigarh, a system inherited from Chandigarh’s status as the shared capital of Punjab and Haryana. The amendment aims to pave the way for a separate and independent administrative setup for the UT.
• Article 240 allows the President of India to issue regulations for the peace, progress, and good governance of specific Union Territories. It presently applies to:
  • Andaman & Nicobar Islands
  • Lakshadweep
  • Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
  • Puducherry (only when the assembly is suspended or dissolved)
• The proposed amendment will add Chandigarh to this list, giving the President regulatory authority over the UT.
• Key features of the amendment include:
  • Inclusion of Chandigarh under Article 240, enabling governance through Presidential regulations instead of administration by the Punjab Governor.
  • Alignment with other UTs without legislatures, placing Chandigarh in the same governance category as those directly regulated by the Centre.
  • Provision for appointing an independent Administrator or Lieutenant Governor, separate from Punjab’s gubernatorial structure.
• The proposal has important constitutional and political implications, including:
  • Federal sensitivities, as Chandigarh’s shared capital status between Punjab and Haryana could lead to new debates and inter-state claims.
  • Questions of centralisation, with concerns over increased central control despite improved administrative clarity.
  • Possibility of long-term reorganisation, shifting Chandigarh from its unique shared-capital arrangement to a fully centrally governed Union Territory.

About Haryana:

• Chief Minister: Nayab Singh Saini
• Governor: Ashim Kumar Ghosh
• Capital: Chandigarh
• National Parks: Sultanpur National Park, Kalesar National Park
• Wildlife Sanctuaries: Bhindawas Wildlife Sanctuary, Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary, Nahar Wildlife Sanctuary

RECENT NEWS

• The India International Science Festival (IISF) is India’s flagship science outreach initiative that brings together scientists, students, innovators, and the public. The 11th edition of IISF is scheduled from 6 to 9 December 2025 in Chandigarh, with the theme “Vigyan se Samruddhi: For Atma Nirbhar Bharat”.

Indian Railways Crosses 1 Billion Tonne Freight Loading Mark in FY 2025-26

• Indian Railways has achieved a major milestone by crossing 1 billion tonnes of cumulative freight loading for FY 2025-26, reaching around 1,020 million tonnes (MT) as of 19 November 2025.
• The performance highlights the Railways’ growing role in supporting industrial output, infrastructure expansion, logistics optimisation, and sustainability goals.
• Major commodity contributors to the 1,020 MT cumulative loading include:
  • Coal: ~505 MT
  • Iron ore: ~115 MT
  • Cement: ~92 MT
  • Container traffic: ~59 MT
  • Pig iron & finished steel: ~47 MT
  • Fertilisers: ~42 MT
  • Mineral oil: ~32 MT
  • Foodgrains: ~30 MT
  • Raw materials for steel plants: ~20 MT
  • Other goods: ~74 MT
• This distribution reflects broad-based commodity support, indicating healthy demand across multiple sectors.
• Daily freight loading stands at around 4.4 million tonnes (Mt), higher than ~4.2 Mt last year.
• For April–October 2025, freight loading reached 935.1 MT, up from 906.9 MT in the corresponding period of the previous year, showing strong year-on-year growth.
• To harness growth in non-coal segments—especially cement—the Railways implemented key logistics reforms, including:
  • A Policy for Bulk Cement Terminals to enable larger lot sizes and faster handling.
  • Rationalised freight rates for bulk cement movement via containers to reduce industry logistics costs.
• These reforms are expected to shift more freight to rail, enhance turnaround time, lower transit costs, and support infrastructure expansion.
• The freight shift from road to rail contributes to:
  • Lower emissions, supporting India’s climate targets
  • Reduced highway congestion and better road safety
  • Cost-efficient logistics for industries, including MSMEs, improving competitiveness
• Overall, the milestone reinforces Indian Railways’ position as a key driver of economic growth and a leader in sustainable logistics.

RECENT NEWS

• Indian Railways has taken a significant step toward sustainable transport innovation by commissioning India’s first removable solar panel system between railway tracks. Installed at the Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) in Varanasi, this green energy initiative showcases the railway’s growing commitment to renewable energy integration and eco-friendly infrastructure.

Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 to be Held from 2–10 December 2025

• The Ministry of Education, along with multiple ministries and institutions, will organise the 4th edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 4.0) from 2 to 10 December 2025, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of strengthening national integration through cultural exchange.
• The event, held under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, is themed “Learn Tamil – Tamil Karkalam”, promoting Tamil language learning and deeper cultural understanding between Tamil Nadu and Kashi (Varanasi).
• Tamil Nadu and Kashi share centuries-old civilisational, spiritual, and linguistic ties, shaped by ancient dynasties such as the Chola, Chera, Pandya, Pallava, Chalukya, and Vijayanagara empires. The initiative aims to revive these connections through people-to-people interactions and traditional knowledge systems.
• Delegates will undertake an 8-day immersive visit to Varanasi, Prayagraj, and Ayodhya, participating in seminars, heritage walks, cultural performances, and academic engagements.
• Key sites in Kashi to be visited include Kedar Ghat, Kasi Matham and “Little Tamil Nadu”, Mahakavi Subramanya Bharatiyar’s ancestral home, Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Mata Annapurna Temple, and the Tamil Department at BHU.
• Major initiatives under KTS 4.0 include:
  • Sage Agasthya Vehicle Expedition starting on 2 December 2025 from Tenkasi, retracing ancient Tamil–Kashi cultural pathways and highlighting Tamil dynasties, literature, Siddha medicine, and temple traditions.
  • Deployment of 50 Tamil teachers in Varanasi schools under “Tamil Karkalam” to teach Tamil to North Indian students.
  • A Tamil Learning Tour for 300 college students from Uttar Pradesh, offering a 15-day immersion in Tamil Nadu’s culture, heritage, and institutions, organised by CICT Chennai.
• The programme is coordinated by IIT Madras and Banaras Hindu University (BHU), with support from ministries including Culture, Tourism, Textiles, MSME, Food Processing Industries, Information & Broadcasting, and agencies like IRCTC and the Government of Uttar Pradesh.

About Tamil Nadu:

• Capital: Chennai
• Chief Minister: M.K. Stalin
  • Governor: R.N. Ravi
• National Parks: Mudumalai National Park, Mukurthi National Park, Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park, Indira Gandhi (Anamalai) National Park, Guindy National Park
• Wildlife Sanctuaries: Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary, Vettangudi Bird Sanctuary, Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary, Sathyamangalam Wildlife Sanctuary, Vallanadu Wildlife Sanctuary, Megamalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Point Calimere Wildlife Sanctuary

Jammu & Kashmir to Conduct First-Ever Auction of Limestone Blocks

• Jammu & Kashmir will host its first-ever limestone block auction at the Convention Centre, Canal Road, Jammu, marking a major reform in the mining sector of the Union Territory.
• The event will be attended by Union Minister of Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, and Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary.
• The auction is part of wider mining sector reforms aimed at ensuring transparent and competitive mineral allocation and attracting private investment into the mineral-rich yet underexplored region.
• Limestone, a critical raw material for the cement and construction industries, is expected to unlock multiple benefits including:
  • Increase in private investment in the mining sector
  • Employment generation for local communities
  • Infrastructure development around mining areas
  • Boost to industrial and construction activity in the Union Territory
• The shift from traditional allotment to an auction-based licensing system enhances transparency and supports Ease of Doing Business in J&K.
• The initiative is expected to drive long-term growth in limestone-dependent sectors such as cement, real estate, and infrastructure.
• Expected immediate impacts include:
  • Revenue generation for the UT government through auction proceeds and royalties
  • Local employment creation in mining and logistics
  • Introduction of modern mining technologies through private sector participation
  • Better environmental safeguards and regulated mining as part of formal sector expansion.

About Jammu & Kashmir:

• Chief Minister: Omar Abdullah

• Lieutenant Governor: Manoj Sinha
• Capital: Srinagar (Summer), Jammu (Winter)
• National Parks: Dachigam National Park, Hemis National Park, Kishtwar National Park
• Wildlife Sanctuaries: Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary, Gulmarg Wildlife Sanctuary, Nandini Wildlife Sanctuary, Surinsar-Mansar Wildlife Sanctuary

CURRENT AFFAIRS : INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Ukraine Launches Europe’s First Starlink Direct-to-Cell Service with Kyivstar and Veon

• Ukraine became the first European country to activate Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite service in partnership with Kyivstar and Veon.
• The rollout begins with SMS services, expanding to voice and data in 2026, ensuring broader digital connectivity.
• Kyivstar, Ukraine’s largest mobile operator, serves around 22.5 million users, supporting communication during power outages and wartime disruptions.
• The Direct-to-Cell technology enables standard 4G smartphones to connect directly with low-Earth orbit satellites, without needing ground towers.
• The service ensures continuous communication during prolonged blackouts, in liberated areas, and during humanitarian and rescue operations.
• Kyivstar has installed generators and batteries capable of providing 10+ hours of backup connectivity during outages.
• Starlink boosts resilience as Russian strikes target energy and telecom infrastructure, protecting national communications capabilities.
• Over 50,000 Starlink terminals are already used by Ukrainian armed forces for battlefield communication and drone operations.
• The partnership aims to strengthen Ukraine’s communication infrastructure, ensuring civilian and defence networks remain operational as the conflict continues.

About Ukraine :

• President : Volodymyr Zelenskyy
• Prime Minister : Yulia Svyrydenko
• Capital : Kyiv
• Currency : Ukrainian hryvnia

30th United Nations Climate Change Conference under the UNFCCC was held in Belem, Brazil

• The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) under the United Nations (UN) Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was held in Belem, Brazil, from November 10 to 21, 2025.
• André Aranha Corrêa do Lago, Brazilian diplomat, served as the President of COP30.
• The conference saw participation from over 195 countries, including leaders, scientists, NGOs, civil groups, and youth representatives.
• COP30 became the second-largest COP ever, with 56,118 registered delegates, behind COP28 Dubai.
• The Indian delegation was led by Bhupender Yadav, Minister of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC).
• The United States of America skipped COP30 for the first time, following the closure of its Office of Climate Diplomacy.

Key Highlights :

• UNEP launched the Global Cooling Watch Report 2025, projecting global cooling demand to more than triple by 2050 under a business-as-usual scenario.
• The report warns cooling-related GHG emissions may reach 7.2 billion tonnes of CO₂ by 2050, nearly doubling 2022 levels.
• A Sustainable Cooling Pathway could reduce 2050 emissions by 64%, bringing them down to 2.6 billion tonnes of CO₂.
• Residual cooling emissions could decline by up to 97% if combined with rapid global power sector decarbonization.
• UNEP and CCAC released the Global Methane Status Report 2025, placing China first and the USA second in methane emissions.
• India became the third-largest methane emitter, producing 31 million tonnes (9% of global share) in 2020.
• Agriculture contributes 12% of global agricultural methane emissions from India, mainly from livestock, rice cultivation, and stubble burning.
• The report highlights a policy gap in India, since its Paris Agreement NDCs lack agriculture-specific methane reduction targets.
• The Global Methane Pledge, launched at COP26, aims to cut global methane emissions by 30% from 2020 to 2030.
• The Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2026 ranked India 23rd with a score of 61.31, dropping 13 places from the previous year.
• The CCPI evaluates 67 countries across 14 indicators, including GHG emissions, Renewable Energy, Energy Use, and Climate Policy.
• No country secured the top three CCPI positions, as none achieved a “very high” rating.
• USA ranked 65th, Iran 66th, and Saudi Arabia 67th, all placed in the “Very Low” category.
• India received medium ratings in emissions, policy, and energy use, but low in renewable energy, due to coal dependence and new coal block auctions.
• Denmark, United Kingdom, and Morocco were among the top performers in CCPI 2026, ranked 4th to 6th respectively.
• The Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems 2025, launched by UNDRR and WMO, reviews progress under the Early Warnings for All (EW4All) initiative aimed at global coverage by 2047.
• 199 countries (60%) now have Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems, reflecting a 113% increase in 10 years, though large gaps remain in Small Island Developing States (SIDS) where only 43% have basic systems.
• The four pillar functions (Risk Knowledge, Monitoring & Forecasting, Warning Dissemination, Preparedness & Action) have improved by 45% globally since 2015.
• A new Extreme Heat Risk Governance Toolkit was launched to help governments better address rising heat-related climate risks.
• The Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2026 ranked India 9th globally, with 430 extreme weather events causing over 80,000 deaths.
• From 1995 to 2025, over 832,000 deaths and USD 4.5 trillion in economic losses were recorded due to over 9,700 extreme climate events worldwide.
• WMO released the State of the Global Climate Update, projecting 2025 to be the second or third warmest year in history.
• The period 2015–2025 is set to be the warmest decade, with 2025 temperatures January–August averaging 1.42°C above pre-industrial levels.

About UNFCCC :

• Established : 1994
• Headquarters : Bonn, Germany
• Executive Secretary : Simon Stiell.

Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia’s Afar region erupted on 23 November 2025 after nearly 12,000 years of dormancy

• Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted on 23 November 2025, marking its first activity in nearly 12,000 years in Ethiopia’s Afar region.
• The volcano is located in the tectonically active Rift Valley, about 800 km from Addis Ababa near the Eritrean border.
• The eruption produced ash plumes up to 14 km high, triggering alerts from aviation and monitoring agencies.
• Volcanologists confirmed no Holocene-period eruptions, making the event extremely rare.
• The ash drift impacted multiple countries, including Yemen, Oman, India, and northern Pakistan.
• Satellite imagery verified widespread ash clouds, with monitoring by global volcanic institutions.
• Nearby Ethiopian villages reported heavy ash fall, though official statements on displacement or casualties were still awaited.
• The event prompted aviation route reviews in West Asia and South Asia, with further advisories expected.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : DEFENCE NEWS

Bharat Electronics Limited and Safran sign Joint Venture agreement to manufacture HAMMER precision air-to-ground weapons in India under Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative

• Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran Electronics & Defence (SED), France signed a Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement (JVCA) for producing HAMMER precision-guided air-to-ground weapons in India.
• The agreement supports Make-in-India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat, aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision.
• The JVCA was signed on 24 November 2025 in New Delhi in the presence of Defence Production Secretary Sanjeev Kumar and Safran CEO Olivier Andries.
• The JV formalises the intent of the MoU signed on 11 February 2025 during Aero India.
• The Joint Venture Company (JVC) will be a 50:50 partnership between BEL and SED.
• The JVC will localise manufacturing, supply, and maintenance of HAMMER weapons for the Indian Air Force (IAF) and Indian Navy.
• Indigenisation level will progressively increase to 60%, with major subassemblies, electronics, and mechanical components produced in India.
• Production transfer will occur in phases, with BEL leading final assembly, testing, and quality assurance.
• HAMMER is a combat-proven precision weapon system, adaptable for platforms like Rafale and LCA Tejas.
• The pact strengthens India’s defence industrial base and leverages SED’s expertise in smart precision weapon manufacturing.

About Ministry of Defence:

• Cabinet Minister: Rajnath Singh
• Minister of State (MoS): Sanjay Seth

New Delhi hosts the 13th Joint Military Cooperation Committee meeting between India and Oman

• 13th Joint Military Cooperation Committee meeting between India and Oman was held in New Delhi on 24 November 2025.
• The meeting was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh and Oman’s Secretary General of Defence, Dr. Mohammed Bin Naseer Bin Ali Al Zaabi.
• Both sides reviewed defence cooperation and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral engagements across multiple domains.
• Officials exchanged views on regional and international security, with emphasis on the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
• Both nations reaffirmed commitment to deepening defence industrial cooperation, including joint development, technology sharing, and production partnerships.
• Focus areas included strengthening defence supply chains, enhancing interoperability, and promoting innovation in emerging defence technologies.
• Discussions aimed at building long-term frameworks for co-development of advanced platforms and supporting indigenous manufacturing.
• India and Oman share strategic ties including political, defence, energy and economic cooperation, with shared interests in maritime security, counter-terrorism, and regional stability.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

Justice Vikram Nath Named New Executive Chairman of National Legal Services Authority

• Justice Vikram Nath, senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, has been nominated as the Executive Chairman of National Legal Services Authority (NALSA).
• He succeeds Justice Surya Kant, who has been sworn in as the 53rd Chief Justice of India.
• NALSA, constituted under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, provides free legal services to weaker sections of society.
• As per the Act, the CJI is the Patron-in-Chief of NALSA, and the President appoints a Supreme Court judge (serving or retired) as Executive Chairman.
• The nomination was made by President Droupadi Murmu under the provisions of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
• Justice Vikram Nath has been serving on the Supreme Court Bench since 2021 and formerly served as Chief Justice of Gujarat High Court.
• He will guide NALSA’s mission of providing free and competent legal aid nationwide.
• Justice J.K. Maheshwari has been nominated as Chairman of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee (SCLSC) by CJI Surya Kant.
• Justice Maheshwari has been a Supreme Court judge since 2021, and previously served as Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh High Court.
• SCLSC extends legal aid to underprivileged litigants in the Supreme Court, ensuring access to justice under the Legal Services Authorities Act.

Centre Approves Fresh Executive Director Appointments Across Several Banks

• The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved a new round of top-level appointments in Public Sector Banks (PSBs).
• Seven officials have been promoted to Executive Director (ED) positions across major banks.

Key Appointments : 

• Amit Kumar Srivastava, CGM at Punjab National Bank, was appointed ED at PNB for three years.
• Ratan Kumar, CGM at Central Bank of India, appointed ED at Central Bank of India for three years or until further orders.
• Amresh Prasad, CGM at Punjab National Bank, appointed ED at Union Bank of India for three years or until superannuation (31 Oct 2028).
• Pramod Kumar Dwibedi appointed ED at Bank of India until superannuation (30 June 2028).
• Sunil Kumar Chugh, CGM at PNB, was appointed ED at Canara Bank for three years.
• Mini T M, CGM at Bank of Baroda, appointed ED at Indian Bank for three years.
• Prabhat Kiran, CGM at Canara Bank, was appointed ED at Bank of Maharashtra for three years.
• All appointments took effect on 24 November 2025.
• These appointments aim to strengthen governance, management, and leadership in PSBs under the Government’s banking reforms initiative.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: MOUS AND AGREEMENT

India, Australia & Canada Launch ACITI Partnership for Technology and Innovation

• India, Australia, and Canada jointly announced the launch of the Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership marking a major step toward trilateral cooperation in critical and emerging technologies.
• The initiative aims to combine the strategic strengths and innovation ecosystems of the three nations to build a secure, sustainable, and net-zero future.
• Core objectives of the ACITI Partnership include:
  • Collaboration on critical and emerging technologies
  • Development and deployment of green energy innovations
  • Diversification and strengthening of critical mineral supply chains
  • Advancing mass adoption of AI for public welfare
  • Building joint capacity toward achieving net-zero emissions
• The trilateral framework complements existing bilateral engagements and reflects broader geopolitical and economic alignment among the participating nations.
• Key focus areas under ACITI:
  • Green Energy Innovation, including joint renewable energy R&D (solar, wind, hydrogen), decarbonisation technologies, and sharing of best practices to meet net-zero targets.
  • Critical Minerals & Supply Chain Resilience, focusing on cooperation in identifying, processing, and securing minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths, diversifying supply sources, and reducing dependency on sensitive regions.
  • Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies, emphasising ethical AI adoption, strengthening digital public infrastructure, and joint R&D in next-generation technologies.
• Officials from all three countries will meet in the first quarter of 2026 to design a detailed roadmap, including:
  • Mechanisms for structured collaboration
  • Identification of projects and funding models
  • Formation of sector-specific working groups
• The step ensures that ACITI evolves into an actionable platform delivering tangible outcomes across energy, technology, and innovation sectors.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: RANKING AND INDEX

India Ranks 36th in Commitment to Development Index (CDI) 2025

• The Commitment to Development Index (CDI) 2025, released by the Centre for Global Development, assesses how major global economies contribute to international development across eight policy components.
• India ranks 36th overall, reflecting a mixed performance, with one major strength but several policy weaknesses affecting its composite position.
• India’s best performance is in the Environment component, where it ranks 8th, supported by very low per-capita emissions and favourable scoring on climate-related indicators.
• India ranks last (38th) in Trade and Development Finance, indicating significant challenges in import openness, tariff structures, subsidies, and the quality/quantity of development aid.
• Other low ranks include Investment (31st), Migration (36th), and Security (31st), showing weak performance in FDI policies, acceptance of migrants/refugees, and participation in global security efforts.
• India’s income-adjusted rank is 29th, higher than its overall rank; this indicates that India performs better when assessed relative to expectations for countries at similar income levels.
• The CDI evaluates countries not just on foreign aid but across eight components: Development Finance, Investment, Migration, Trade, Environment, Health, Security, and Technology. These capture how countries’ policies impact the developing world.
• The index is published by the Centre for Global Development, a non-profit think tank headquartered in Washington, DC, and London.
• The CDI typically includes 40 influential global economies, including all G20 nations.
• Global Top 5 performers in CDI 2025 are:
  • Sweden (1st),
  • Germany (2nd),
  • Norway (3rd),
  • Finland (4th), and
  • the United Kingdom (5th).
• Sweden leads the index with strong performance in Environment (1st), Finance (2nd), and Health (4th); Germany leads in Development Finance, and Norway ranks 1st in Health and 2nd in Security.
• The index reflects a trend of European countries dominating the top ranks, while large economies like the United States (28th) and China (34th) rank relatively lower due to less development-friendly policies.
• The report highlights widespread aid cuts across high-income nations, which negatively impacted global Development Finance scores.
• The CDI 2025 offers insights relevant for exams, especially regarding India’s relative ranking, its strong environmental performance, and the policy gaps in trade, finance, and global security contributions.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

India Unveils ₹720-Crore Quantum Fabrication Facilities at IIT Bombay Under National Quantum Mission

• Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the establishment of four Quantum Fabrication and Central Facilities worth ₹720 crore under the National Quantum Mission (NQM).
• The new facilities will be set up at IIT Bombay, IISc Bengaluru, IIT Kanpur and IIT Delhi.
• The initiative aims to strengthen India’s technological sovereignty and make India a global leader in next-generation quantum technologies.

Key Highlights :

• India is among the earliest nations to launch a National Quantum Mission, showcasing commitment to disruptive and high-impact scientific innovation.
• The new infrastructure will advance quantum sensing, quantum computing, and quantum materials development to enable sovereign and scalable quantum systems in India.
• The facilities will be accessible to academia, industry, start-ups, strategic sectors, and NQM investigators, promoting collaborative growth.
• IIT Bombay and IIT Kanpur will lead development in quantum sensing and metrology.
• IISc Bengaluru and IIT Bombay will advance quantum computing fabrication using superconducting, photonic and spin qubits.
• IIT Delhi will host India’s quantum materials and device development ecosystem.
• The mission will support prototyping of indigenous quantum devices, enabling translational research and training of quantum hardware experts.
• IIT Bombay’s Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) under NM-ICPS has supported 96 development projects and 50+ deep-tech start-ups, with 23 companies valued at ₹466 crore.
• The Minister highlighted BharatGen, India’s first sovereign multilingual and multimodal AI initiative, supporting AI models in 22+ Indian languages.
• Applications such as Krishi Sathi, e-VikrAI and Docbodh demonstrate India’s growing leadership in AI, digital innovation and data sovereignty.
• Singh stated that the mission supports Atmanirbhar Bharat, building globally competitive quantum hardware, and accelerating progress toward Viksit Bharat 2047.

Airbus to Build and Launch Oman’s First Communications Satellite under Agreement with Space Communication Technologies

• Space Communication Technologies (SCT), Oman signed a cooperation agreement with Airbus Defence and Space for the development and launch of “OmanSat-1,” the first communications satellite of Oman.
• The agreement was signed by Saeed bin Hamoud al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communications & Information Technology, and Alain Faure, CEO of Airbus Space Systems.

Key Highlights :

• OmanSat-1 is a high-tech, fully reconfigurable satellite, providing high-capacity Ka-band coverage over Oman, its economic waters, and parts of the Middle East, East Africa, and Asia.
• OmanSat-1 is the 10th satellite developed under Airbus’ OneSat series.
• The satellite will enhance national connectivity, support government operations, improve media and broadcasting, and drive economic and social development.
• The project will be managed by SCT under the Oman Investment Authority (OIA).
• OmanSat-1 will support Emergency Response (ER), Transport & Logistics, Cybersecurity, and Internet of Things (IoT) services.
• Airbus will provide the satellite platform, long-life durability, and launch planning and execution support.
• OneSat technology builds on Airbus’ Eurostar GEO satellites and the OneWeb constellation, supported by agencies including ESA, CNES (France), UK Space Agency, DLR (Germany), and the Spanish Space Agency.
• OneSat operates in Geostationary Orbit (GEO) at approximately 36,000 km above Earth.

About Oman :

• Prime Minister: Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said
• Capital: Muscat
• Currency: Omani Rial (OMR).

CURRENT AFFAIRS: SPORTS NEWS

Max Verstappen Wins 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix

• Max Verstappen clinched the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix, strengthening his title challenge with only 2 races left in the season.
• Starting P2, he overtook Lando Norris after the McLaren driver made an early mistake at Turn 1, allowing Verstappen to take the lead and dominate the race.
• The Red Bull driver finished nearly 20 seconds ahead of Norris, securing his 8th consecutive podium and second Las Vegas GP win (after 2023).
• Podium:
  • 1st – Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing)
  • 2nd – Lando Norris (McLaren)
  • 3rd – George Russell (Mercedes)
• Oscar Piastri finished 4th, gaining a position after Kimi Antonelli received a penalty that pushed him from P4 to P5.
• Lewis Hamilton delivered a strong recovery drive, climbing from P19 to P10, earning 1 point for Ferrari.
• Championship Standings Impact:
  • Lando Norris still leads the championship.
  • Oscar Piastri now trails Norris by 30 points.
  • Max Verstappen reduces his deficit to 42 points, keeping alive his bid for a fifth consecutive title.

India Wins the First-Ever Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 in Colombo

• India created history by winning the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 after defeating Nepal by seven wickets in the final held at the P Sara Oval, Colombo (Sri Lanka).
• Nepal scored 114/5 in 20 overs after India opted to bowl. Indian bowlers maintained disciplined lines, applied constant pressure, and restricted Nepal from increasing the run rate.

Key Highlights

• India successfully chased the target of 115 runs, finishing at 117/3 in 12 overs, with eight overs remaining. Indian batters displayed confident stroke play, effective rotation of strike, and timely boundaries.
• This marks the first-ever title in the Blind Women’s T20 format, establishing India as the first champion and strengthening India’s leadership in promoting disability and inclusive sports globally.
• The victory is expected to boost the growth of blind women’s cricket through enhanced international fixtures, talent scouting, sponsorship, and training infrastructure.
• Blind cricket is governed by the World Blind Cricket Council (WBCC), and players are categorised as B1 (completely blind), B2 (partially blind), and B3 (partially sighted). The sport uses a plastic ball with ball bearings for auditory tracking.
• P Sara Oval, one of Sri Lanka’s oldest cricket venues, hosted the final and has a legacy of major domestic and international matches.
• India has earlier won multiple Men’s Blind Cricket World Cups (ODI & T20). The 2025 women’s title is India’s first in the women’s blind cricket format, making India a leading nation in blind cricket across both men’s and women’s categories.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: IMPORTANT DAYS

Constitution Day 2025 (Law Day 2025) is observed on 26 November

• Constitution Day 2025, also known as Law Day, is observed on 26 November to mark the day the Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution of India on 26 November 1949.
• The year 2025 also commemorates the 132nd birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, the Chairman of the Drafting Committee and the chief architect of the Indian Constitution.
• The Constitution came into force on 26 January 1950, laying the foundation for India’s democratic governance.
• The observance aims to increase public awareness about the Constitution and highlight the contributions of Dr. Ambedkar, who is widely regarded as the Father of the Indian Constitution.
• The Constitution of India was drafted by the members of the Constituent Assembly, shaping the nation’s legal and administrative framework.

Daily CA One- Liner: November 26

• During the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced six major global initiatives aimed at strengthening sustainable development, global resilience, innovation, and humanitarian cooperation
• India delivered a strong statement at the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the UNFCCC in Belém, Brazil, reaffirming its commitment to climate justice, financial equity, and sovereignty-based cooperation.
• S&P Global Ratings retained India’s GDP forecast at 6.5% for FY26, as per its report titled “Economic Outlook Asia-Pacific Q1 2026: Signs of Relief” released in November 2025.
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) November 2025 Bulletin reported that the Indian economy gained momentum in October 2025, supported by strong festive-season demand, sustained rural consumption, and recent GST rate cuts.
• First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and Hub71 signed strategic partnerships with the UAE–India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) Council (UICC) to boost cross-border entrepreneurship and support Indian start-ups.
• Ukraine became the first European country to activate Starlink’s Direct-to-Cell satellite service in partnership with Kyivstar and Veon.
• The 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) under the United Nations (UN) Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was held in Belem, Brazil, from November 10 to 21, 2025.
• Hayli Gubbi volcano erupted on 23 November 2025, marking its first activity in nearly 12,000 years in Ethiopia’s Afar region.
• Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Safran Electronics & Defence (SED), France signed a Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement (JVCA) for producing HAMMER precision-guided air-to-ground weapons in India.
• 13th Joint Military Cooperation Committee meeting between India and Oman was held in New Delhi on 24 November 2025.
• Justice Vikram Nath, senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, has been nominated as the Executive Chairman of National Legal Services Authority (NALSA).
• The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved a new round of top-level appointments in Public Sector Banks (PSBs).
• Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the establishment of four Quantum Fabrication and Central Facilities worth ₹720 crore under the National Quantum Mission (NQM).
• Space Communication Technologies (SCT), Oman signed a cooperation agreement with Airbus Defence and Space for the development and launch of “OmanSat-1,” the first communications satellite of Oman.
• The Government of India is set to introduce the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2025, proposing to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution, signalling a major shift in its governance structure
• Indian Railways has achieved a major milestone by crossing 1 billion tonnes of cumulative freight loading for FY 2025-26, reaching around 1,020 million tonnes (MT) as of 19 November 2025
• The Ministry of Education, along with multiple ministries and institutions, will organise the 4th edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 4.0) from 2 to 10 December 2025, inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of strengthening national integration through cultural exchange
• Jammu & Kashmir will host its first-ever limestone block auction at the Convention Centre, Canal Road, Jammu, marking a major reform in the mining sector of the Union Territory
• India, Australia, and Canada jointly announced the launch of the Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership marking a major step toward trilateral cooperation in critical and emerging technologies
• The Commitment to Development Index (CDI) 2025, released by the Centre for Global Development, assesses how major global economies contribute to international development across eight policy components
• Max Verstappen clinched the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix, strengthening his title challenge with only 2 races left in the season
• India created history by winning the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 after defeating Nepal by seven wickets in the final held at the P Sara Oval, Colombo
• Constitution Day 2025, also known as Law Day, is observed on 26 November to mark the day the Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution of India on 26 November 1949