India is hosting the 20th session of UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage at the Red Fort, New Delhi, from 8 to 13 December 2025. The session is chaired by Ambassador Vishal V. Sharma, India’s Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, and brings together international delegates, cultural experts, and policymakers to review new…
India has achieved a major clean energy milestone by installing 50% of its total power capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, reaching its Panchamrit target five years ahead of the 2030 deadline. As per data tabled in the Lok Sabha on 8 December 2025, India’s total installed power capacity stood at 485 GW as of 30…
Q. Armed Forces Flag Day is observed every year in India on which date?A. December 4B. December 5C. December 7D. December 10 Q. Which countries will jointly host the FIFA World Cup 2026? A. USA, Mexico, BrazilB. Canada, Brazil, ArgentinaC. USA, Canada, and MexicoD. USA, UK, and France Q. How many teams will participate in…
On 7 December 2025, the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) launched the book “Bharat: That Is India – Reclaiming Our Real Identity” authored by Abhijeet Joag in New Delhi. The event was attended by eminent personalities including Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan and IGNCA Trust President Ram Bahadur Rai. The programme witnessed…
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest edition in history, jointly hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026 across 16 cities. For the first time, the tournament will feature an expanded 48-team format, divided into 12 groups of four teams, with 32 teams advancing to the…
Armed Forces Flag Day is observed annually on December 7 in India to honour the sacrifice, courage, and service of the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Established in 1949, the day was instituted to create awareness and raise funds for the welfare of ex-servicemen, war widows, and their dependents through the Armed Forces Flag Day…
Q. Following the recent 25 basis point reduction in December 2025, what is the new policy repo rate announced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)? A) 6.00%B) 5.50%C) 5.25% D) 5.00% Q. Which bilateral trade target was set between India and Russia during the 23rd Annual Summit in 2025?A. $50 billion by 2028B. $75…
India and Malaysia commenced the fifth edition of the joint military exercise ‘Harimau Shakti’ on 5 December 2025 at the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan, which will continue till 18 December. The exercise focuses on enhancing interoperability in sub-conventional operations under the UN Chapter VII mandate. The Indian Army is represented mainly by the…
Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded his two-day visit to India on 5 December 2025, reaffirming the enduring, India–Russia “Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.” During the 23rd India–Russia Summit in New Delhi, both sides set an ambitious $100 billion bilateral trade target by 2030, advanced discussions on a free trade agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union,…
The Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee unanimously cut the policy repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% in its December 2025 meeting. This marks the fourth rate reduction in 2025, bringing the cumulative cut for the year to 125 basis points. The move comes amid a backdrop of strong economic growth and…
Q. Why is Putin’s 2025 visit to India considered strategically significant? A) It is his first visit after becoming PresidentB) It marks the end of India-US relationsC) It is his first visit to India since the Russia-Ukraine war beganD) It was only for cultural cooperation Q. Who won the Jerusalem Masters 2025 chess title? A)…
Indian Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi won the Jerusalem Masters 2025 chess title on 3 December 2025 after defeating former World Champion Viswanathan Anand in an all-Indian final. The championship was decided through a blitz tie-break, following drawn rapid games. En route to the title, Arjun defeated Russian Grandmaster Peter Svidler in the semifinals, while Anand advanced…
Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a two-day state visit to India on December 4–5, 2025 for the 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This is Putin’s first visit to India since the Ukraine war, reaffirming the countries’ “Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.” During the visit, Putin was personally received by PM…
Q. Navy Day on 4 December commemorates which historic naval operation? A) Operation VijayB) Operation TridentC) Operation SankalpD) Operation Meghdoot Q. Which defence achievement did DRDO accomplish on 2 December 2025, making India one of the few nations with in-house advanced escape-system testing capability? A) Successful static ejection seat testB) First test of a new…
The DRDO successfully conducted a high-speed rocket-sledge test of a fighter aircraft escape system on 2 December 2025, marking a major milestone in India’s indigenous defence capability.The test, conducted at the Rail Track Rocket Sledge (RTRS) facility of the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL), Chandigarh, involved collaboration with ADA, HAL, and was witnessed by officials…
Navy Day 2025 was celebrated on 4 December, honouring the role, achievements, and maritime strength of the Indian Navy.The date commemorates the success of Operation Trident (1971), when the Indian Navy sank four Pakistani vessels, including PNS Khaibar. In 2025, the celebrations included a grand Operational Demonstration at Shangumugham Beach, Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), showcasing frontline warships,…
Q. Where was the fourth edition of Kashi–Tamil Sangamam inaugurated on 2 December 2025? A) ChennaiB) MaduraiC) VaranasiD) Coimbatore Q. Who assumed the Chairship of International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) on behalf of India in December 2025? A) Rajiv KumarB) Sunil AroraC) Gyanesh KumarD) Ashok Lavasa Q. What is the new…
India’s Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) is being relocated from the historic South Block to a newly built complex named Sewa Tirth, marking a symbolic shift in governance from “power” (satta) to “service” (seva). The move is part of the Central Vista Redevelopment Project. 🏛 New Sewa Tirth Complex The new Executive Enclave will have three…
India has been invited for the first time to chair the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA). On 3 December 2025, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar formally assumed the Chairship in Stockholm, Sweden. CEC Gyanesh Kumar noted that India’s reputation for conducting free, fair, and transparent elections is globally recognised, making this…
The fourth edition of the Kashi–Tamil Sangamam began on 2 December 2025 in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The event was jointly inaugurated by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath at Namo Ghat. The central theme of this edition is “Let Us Learn Tamil – Tamil Karkalam”, emphasizing the unity of…
Q. When did the Border Security Force (BSF) celebrate its 61st Raising Day?A) 30 November 2025B) 1 December 2025C) 2 December 2025D) 5 December 2025 Q. Border Security Force (BSF) primarily guards India’s borders with which two countries?A) China and NepalB) Myanmar and BhutanC) Pakistan and BangladeshD) Sri Lanka and Afghanistan Q. Who was named…
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued new security guidelines for major app-based communication platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Snapchat, Signal, ShareChat, Josh, Arattai, and JioChat. These directions aim to stop the misuse of telecom identifiers and strengthen security in India’s digital communication ecosystem. Under the new rules: The Ministry stated that these measures are…
Sweden’s pole vault champion Armand Duplantis and American sprinter Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone were honored as the World Athletes of the Year 2025. Armand Duplantis Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Other honours included: Out-of-stadium athletes of the year: Men’s Track Athlete of the Year: Emmanuel Wanyonyi (Kenya) Women’s Field Athlete of the Year: Nicola Olyslagers (Australia) Rising Stars 2025:
The Border Security Force (BSF) celebrated its 61st Raising Day on 1 December 2025, marking six decades since its formation in 1965 after the Indo-Pak war. Over the years, BSF has grown into the world’s largest border-guarding force, responsible for securing India’s borders with Pakistan and Bangladesh, and supporting security along the Myanmar frontier and…
Q. The 26th Hornbill Festival of Nagaland was celebrated at which venue in December 2025? A) Dimapur StadiumB) Kohima War MemorialC) Naga Heritage Village, KisamaD) Chumoukedima Cultural Ground Q. World AIDS Day is observed every year on which date? A) 15 October B) 1 December C) 5 June D) 10 January Q. When is the…
The Winter Session of the Indian Parliament began on 1 December 2025, with 15 sittings scheduled over 19 days. A total of 13 bills are expected to be taken up, including the National Highways (Amendment) Bill, Atomic Energy Bill, Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, Insurance Laws (Amendment) Bill, and the Higher Education Commission of India Bill,…
World AIDS Day is observed annually on December 1 to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, remember those who have died, and support people living with HIV. Established in 1988 by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations, it is the first global health awareness day. The theme for 2025 is “Overcoming disruption, transforming the…
The 26th Hornbill Festival of Nagaland began on December 1, 2025, at the Kisama Heritage Village and will continue for ten days. Celebrated annually to mark Nagaland’s Statehood Day, the festival showcases the unity and cultural richness of the state’s 17 major tribes. This edition was inaugurated by Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla, with Chief Minister…
Q. What is the total financial outlay approved for the Rare Earth Permanent Magnet manufacturing scheme by Govt in November 2025?A. ₹5,000 croreB. ₹7,280 croreC. ₹10,000 croreD. ₹3,500 crore Q. What was India’s GDP growth rate in the second quarter of FY 2025–26? A) 5.6%B) 7.8%C) 8.2%D) 9.1% Q. Who won the Golden Peacock Award…
The 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) concluded on 28 November 2025 with a grand awards ceremony at the Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor Stadium in Goa. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant praised the festival as a remarkable convergence of creativity, culture, and global cinematic collaboration. The event featured reflections from actors, directors, and filmmakers,…