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On 29 November, India sent two specialised NDRF teams to Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu to support relief and rescue operations following Cyclone Ditwah. The teams include 80 trained rescuers and four canines, led by Commandant P.K. Tiwary of the 8th Battalion. They departed from the Hindon Airbase onboard an Indian Air Force IL-76 aircraft. • Humanitarian Aid Airlifted to Colombo: An IAF C-130J aircraft carrying nearly 12 tonnes Read More …
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), under the Union Ministry of Ayush, launched the second edition of its flagship initiative SIDDHI 2.0 (Scientific Innovation in Drug Development, Healthcare & Integration) in Vijayawada. Key Highlights About the Conclave Focus Areas Strategic Importance
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, graced the Constitution Day (Samvidhan Divas) celebration at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan, New Delhi, on November 26, 2025. Key Highlights Significance of Constitution Day Historical Context
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Safran Aircraft Engine Services India (SAESI) facility at the GMR Aerospace and Industrial Park near the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad. The state-of-the-art establishment is set to play a pivotal role in transforming India into a Global Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Hub. Key Highlights India’s Growing Aviation Sector India as a Global MRO Hub About the SAESI Facility Scale and Capacity Advanced Read More …
Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan attended the ‘Constitution Day’ celebration on 26 November at the Delhi Legislative Assembly as the Chief Guest, where he released a Coffee Table Book marking 100 years of Shri Vithalbhai Patel’s election as the first Indian Speaker. Key Highlights Honouring India’s Legislative Heritage Coffee Table Book: A Tribute to 100 Years of Legislative Journey Commemorating a Historic Tenure Connecting Generations to Legislative History Read More …
Chhattisgarh government is preparing a comprehensive proposal to secure a UNESCO World Heritage Site tag for Sirpur, a major 5th–12th Century archaeological centre. The site is located in Mahasamund district, about two hours from Raipur. A Multi-Religious Archaeological Landscape History of Discovery and Excavations Capital of Dakshina Kosala Architectural Marvels Lakshmana Temple Surang Tila Complex Sacred Riverine Cultural Landscape Source: IE
What is BharatGen — and what makes it “sovereign” and “multimodal” 🔹 Funding, consortium & institutional backing 🔹 The role of Bharat Data Sagar — India’s data sovereignty effort 🔹 What has been built so far: Models & Use-cases According to the presentation reviewed by the minister: Source: PIB
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Mahe, the first indigenously designed and built Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC). Symbolism & Identity Built Under Aatmanirbhar Bharat Strategic Role in Coastal Defence Strengthening Maritime Security Source: PIB
Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy Shri Pralhad Joshi inaugurated a state-of-the-art 240 TPD Biomass Pellet Plant in Rewari, Haryana. New National Policy on Biomass Co-firing Environmental & Economic Impact What Are Biomass Pellets? Applications of Biomass Pellets Source: PIB
Justice Surya Kant took oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on November 24, 2025. His tenure will last a little over a year, until February 2, 2027. • Appointment of Chief Justice of India • Appointment of Supreme Court judges • Collegium System Sources: TH
The Sangai Festival, Manipur’s biggest annual cultural event, began on November 21, 2025, but witnessed reduced attendance due to protests by internally displaced persons (IDPs) and NGO groups. Demonstrations highlighted continuing displacement issues in the state. About the Sangai Festival • Manipur’s premier cultural showcase The Sangai (Brow-Antlered Deer) • Habitat and distribution • Unique characteristics Keibul Lamjao National Park • World’s only floating national park
The Union government has designated the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) as the Recognised Security Organisation (RSO) under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code. The move aims to strengthen security and address existing gaps across more than 250 major and minor ports in India. Role and Responsibilities Under the New Designation • Coverage expansion • Key security functions • Current scenario ISPS Code: Global Maritime Security Framework Read More …
The Union government has clarified that the proposal to include Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution is “still under consideration.” What the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2025, Proposes • Inclusion of Chandigarh under Article 240 • Independent Administrator for Chandigarh Potential Implications of Inclusion Under Article 240 • Reduced influence of Punjab and Haryana • President’s regulatory powers Current Status • Chandigarh’s existing arrangement • Proposal remains under examination Read More …
Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah congratulated the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) and Delhi Police for a significant breakthrough in busting a mega trans-national methamphetamine cartel under Operation “Crystal Fortress”.
The Andhra Pradesh government has partnered with Bengaluru-based Sarla Aviation to establish India’s largest electric air taxi manufacturing facility in Anantapur. ‘Sky Factory’ – India’s First Giga-scale eVTOL Manufacturing Ecosystem Global Benchmarking eVTOL – What It Means eVTOL = Electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing Source: IE