Welcome to today’s TNPSC Daily Current Affairs for December 01, 2025.
This comprehensive compilation covers all important events across national politics,
international relations, science & technology, economy, sports, and more.
Sourced from The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB, and other reputed media.
Perfect for TNPSC Group 1, Group 2, Group 2A, and Group 4 exam preparation.

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🏛️ National Politics & Government

1. Overview of PMNarendraModi’sVisit to Karnataka and Goa on November 28, 2025Prime Minister(PM)Narendr

• What happened: Overview of PMNarendraModi’sVisit to Karnataka and Goa on November 28, 2025Prime Minister(PM)NarendraModivisitedKarnatakaandGoaon November 28, 2025, combining religious, cultural, and heritage engagements.Highlights of PMNarendra Modi’sVisit to Karnataka:LakshaGitaProgramme:During his visit to Udupi in Karnataka, he took part in the Laksha Kantha Gita Parayana programme at Sri Krishna Matha, which was established over 800 years ago by Sri Madhvacharya, the founder of the Dvaita school of Vedanta philosophy.SuvarnaTeerthaMantapa:He also inaugurated the Suvarna Teertha Mantapa, situated in front of the Krishna sanctum in Udupi. Highlights of PMNarendra Modi’sVisit to Goa:Inauguration of Statue of Lord Ram:PM Narendra Modi participated in the ‘Sardha Panchashatamanotsava’, marking the 550th-year celebration of the Math, one of India’s oldest monastic institutions, in Partagali, Canacona, South Goa.
• Key details: It was made by famous sculptorRamSutar. >>Read Full News.
• Key points: Apart from it, he dedicated theKanakaKavacha(golden cover) for the sacredKanakanaKindi,a sacred window through which the saint Kanakadasa is  believed to have had the diving darshan of Lord Krishna.; During the event, he unveiled the77-foot bronze statue of Lord Ram, the world’s tallest, at Sri Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math.; He also released a Rs.550 commemorative coin and postal stamp to mark the 550th-year celebration of the Math.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

2. Government Approves ‘

• What happened: Government Approves ‘Tex-RAMPS’ Scheme to promote research, innovation in textilesIn November 2025, the Government of India (GoI) approved the Textiles Focused Research, Assessment, Monitoring, Planning and Start-up (Tex-RAMPS)Scheme, a major initiative aimed at strengthening research, innovation and overall competitiveness in the textile industry.Key HighlightsObjective:The initiative is aimed at future-proofing the textiles and apparel ecosystem by addressing critical gaps in research infrastructure, data systems, innovation support, and capacity development.Implementation:It will be implemented as a Central Sector Scheme (CSS),fully funded by the Ministry of Textiles (MoT)and aligned with the upcoming Finance Commission (FC) cycle.Outlay and period:The scheme is implemented with a total outlay ofRs305 crores (cr)for the periodFY2025-26(Financial Year 2025-26) toFY 2030-31.>>Read Full News.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

3. India Signs Rs 7,995 crore deal with USA for Navy Copter Support

• What happened: India Signs Rs 7,995 crore deal with USA for Navy Copter SupportIn November 2025, the Ministry of Defence(MoD)has signed a five-year deal with the United States of America(USA)for “follow-onsupport”of the Indian Navy(IN’s) fleet of24 MH-60R Seahawk helicopters,boosting operational readiness and promoting Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Exam Hints:What?Signed a Rs 7,995 Crore dealBetween:MoD & USAFor?MH-60R Seahawk HelicoptersInitiative? Follow-on-SupportInitiative:Follow-on Support (spares, technical assistance, training, repair)Original Procurement:Signed February 2020; first delivery: 2021Maintenance Facilities:Component repair & periodic maintenance to be set up in India Key Details of India-USA Deal:Background:India signed the original procurement agreement for 24 helicopters inFebruary 2020,and the first three helicopters were delivered in2021.Provisions:The contract includes provisioning of spares, support equipment, technical assistance, training, repair and replenishment of helicopter components.Maintenance Facilities:Intermediate-level component repair and periodic maintenance facilities will be established in India to reduce dependence on foreign support.Efficient Capabilities:The package ensures high operational availability, maintainability, and anti-submarine warfare capability for all MH-60R helicopters.Ensuranceof operation: The support ensures helicopters can operate effectively from both ships and dispersed locations, enhancing versatility for primary and secondary missions.Boost to Domestic Defence Industry:Establishing repair and maintenance facilities in India will build local capabilities and enable Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises(MSMEs) and other Indian firms to actively contribute to defence manufacturing.AboutMH-60R Seahawk helicopters:Manufacturer:The MH‑60R Seahawk is a versatile naval helicopter developed by Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, which is part of Lockheed Martin.Role:It serves as the primary anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare helicopter for multiple navies worldwide.Multi-role versatility:It is capable of Search & Rescue (SAR), Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC), surveillance/intelligence, communications and command‑and‑control, logistics and vertical replenishment, and special‑operations support.Advanced sensors & avionics:Includes multi‑mode radar (for surface and periscope detection), Electro Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) systems, Electronic Support Measures (ESM), secure communication and data‑link systems, enabling high situational awareness.About Ministry of Defence (MoD):Union Minister– Rajnath Singh (Constituency- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh (UP)Minister of State(MoS)– Sanjay Seth (Constituency- Ranchi, Jharkhand).
• Key points: The agreement, worth aroundRs.7,995 crore, was formalised via Letters of Offer and Acceptance (LOAs) under the USA Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programme, in New Delhi, Delhi.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

4. CBDT Launches Phase 2 of NUDGE Campaign to Boost Foreign Asset Reporting

• What happened: CBDT Launches Phase 2 of NUDGE Campaign to Boost Foreign Asset ReportingIn November 2025, the Central Board of Direct Taxes(CBDT),under the Ministry of Finance(MoF), has initiated the second phase of its Non-Intrusive Usage of Data to Guide and Enable(NUDGE) campaign,designed to promote voluntary reporting of foreign assets and overseas income by Indian taxpayers. Exam Hints:What?Launch of NUDGE Phase 2By?Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)Objective:Encourage voluntary disclosure of foreign assetTarget?Taxpayers identified through AEOI for FY25Guiding Principle:CBDT’s PRUDENT approachMechanism:SMS & email alerts ; review/revise ITRs for AY 2025-26 by 31 December 2025 under Schedule FA & FSI.
• Key details: About NUDGE Campaign:NUDGE Phase 1:The initial campaign, launched in November 2024, prompted thousands of taxpayers to revise their returns, resulting in the disclosure of foreign assets valued at Rs.29,208 crore and foreign‑source income totaling Rs.1,089.88 crore.Alert Mechanism:UnderNUDGE Phase 2, CBDT will begin sending Short Message Service(SMS) and Electronic mail (email) advisories from November 28, 2025, to taxpayers identified through Automatic Exchange of Information(AEOI)data analysis for Financial Year 2024-25(FY25).Action Required:Taxpayers receiving these alerts must review their Income Tax Returns (ITRs) for Assessment Year 2025‑26(AY26)and, if needed, file revisions by31 December 2025. Guided by:The initiative follows CBDT’sPRUDENT(Professionalism, Responsibility, Understanding, Dedication, Effective enforcement, Non-intrusive administration, and Technology‑based compliance), emphasizing data-driven, transparent, and non-intrusive tax administration in line with the Viksit Bharat vision.Penalties for Non-Disclosure:Taxpayers who fail to disclose foreign assets and income may face a flat penalty of Rs.10 lakh under the Black Money (Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets) Act, 2015, along with income tax at 30% on the undisclosed foreign income. About Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT):The CBDT, the apex body for direct tax administration under the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance (MoF), Government of India (GoI).Chairman– Ravi AgarwalHeadquarters– New Delhi, DelhiEstablished– 1964 C-DOT SignedMoUwith IITRoorkeeto EstablishCoEinUttarakhandIn November 2025, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), a premier Research and Development (R&D) centre of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITRoorkee), Uttarakhand to establish a Centre of Excellence(CoE)at the IIT Roorkee campus, Uttarakhand, for advanced communication technologies.
• Key points: This ensures accurate disclosure of foreign assets and overseas income under Schedule FA (Foreign Assets) and Schedule FSI (Foreign‑Source Income), as mandated by the Income-tax Act, 1961, and the Black Money (Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets) Act, 2015.; In addition, an extra penalty of up to 300% of the tax payable may also be imposed.; The MoU was signed in the presence of Dr. Rajkumar Upadhyay, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), C-DOT and Professor K.K. Pant, Director, IIT Roorkee.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Polity & Governance (GS Paper 2). Government policies and administration.

🌍 International Affairs

5. UN World Urbanization Prospects 2025 : Jakarta Tops as Most Populous City, New Delhi Ranks Fourth

• What happened: UN World Urbanization Prospects 2025 : Jakarta Tops as Most Populous City, New Delhi Ranks FourthIn November 2025, the Population Division of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs(UNDESA),released the “World Urbanization Prospects 2025”, highlighting a dramatic increase in the number of megacities (urban areas with over 10 million (mn) inhabitants). AboutWorld Urbanization Prospects 2025:Overview:The WUP 2025 is the22ndedition of the series.
• Key details: It provides annual population estimates for the period 1950–2025 and projections up to 2050. Methodology:For the first time, the 2025 edition of the World Urbanization Prospects presents population estimates and projections for three “Degree of Urbanization” categories: cities, towns and rural areas.Key Highlights:Other Top 10Most Populous City:Shanghai(China), ranks fifth with 29.6 million residents, while Guangzhou(China), is sixth with 27.6 million. Rising Urbanization:The world is becoming increasingly urban, with cities now accommodating 45% of the global population of8.2 billion,more than double the share in 1950.
• Key points: Jakarta(Indonesia) has become theworld’s most populous citywith 41.9 million residents, whileDhaka(Bangladesh)andTokyo(Japan),rank second and third with 36.6 million and 33.4 million inhabitants, respectively.; New Delhi, India, ranks fourth among the world’s most populous cities, with a population of30.2 million.; The minimum population threshold for cities has been lowered from 300,000 to50,000 inhabitants, resulting in an increase in the number of cities analyzed to over 12,000.; Cairo(Egypt), the only non-Asian city in the top ten, is seventh with 25.56 million, followed by Manila(Philippines), with 24.7 million.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: International Relations (GS Paper 2). Bilateral and multilateral agreements.

🔬 Science & Technology

6. Russia’s ‘Soyuz MS-28’ Rocket Launched USA-Russian Crew to ISS

• What happened: Russia’s ‘Soyuz MS-28’ Rocket Launched USA-Russian Crew to ISS In November 2025, Russian Spacecraft‘Soyuz MS-28’successfully launched3 crew memberswhich included two Russian cosmonauts and one American astronaut, to the International Space Station(ISS)for 8 months, marking the final launch of Expedition 73. Exam Hints:What?Launch of 3 Crew Member Mission to ISSLaunch Vehicle:Soyuz MS-28 (Russia)Name of Crew Members:Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev (Russia)and Chris Williams (USA)Launched from:Baikonur Cosmodrome (Kazakhstan)Duration:8 Months (by July 2026) Key Details of Mission:Crew Members:It included Roscosmos cosmonauts namelySergeyKud-SverchkovandSergeiMikaevand National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) astronautChris Williams.
• Key points: TheSoyuz2.1abooster rocket was lifted off from Russia-leased Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan and successfully deployed the Soyuz MS-28 rocket into the designated orbit.; Following the successful launch, the Soyuz will orbit the Earth twice before performing an automated docking with the ISS Rassvelt module.; This marks the 1st spaceflight for Chris Williams and Sergei Mikaev and 2nd flight for Sergey Kud-Sverchkov to ISS.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Science & Technology (GS Paper 3). Achievements of Indians in S&T.

7. Other Members at ISS:

• What happened: Other Members at ISS:These 3 new crew members now joins theExpedition 73which included NASA astronauts Mike Fincke, Zena Cardman, and Jonny Kim; Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) astronaut Kimiya Yui, and Roscomos cosmonauts Sergei Ryzhikov, Alexey Zubritsky, and Oleg Platonov.Key Experiments:The 8-month long mission includes over 40 scientific experiments and two spacewalks. About National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA):Acting Administrator-Sean DuffyHeadquarters-Washington DC, the United States of America (USA)Established-1958.
• Key points: NASA astronaut Chris Williams will conduct scientific research and technology demonstrations aimed to promote human space exploration and benefit life on Earth.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Science & Technology (GS Paper 3). Achievements of Indians in S&T.

💰 Economy & Banking

8. ADB Approves USD 475.8 Million Loans for Healthcare in Assam and Ecotourism in Meghalaya

• What happened: ADB Approves USD 475.8 Million Loans for Healthcare in Assam and Ecotourism in MeghalayaIn November 2025, The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approvedUSD 475.8millionin loans for Northeast India –USD 398.8 millionforAssam‘s tertiary healthcare and medical education modernisation, andUSD 77 millionforMeghalaya‘s ecotourism and sustainable livelihoods development, enhancing regional resilience and economic growth. Exam Hints:What?Loan provided for Meghalaya and AssamBy? Asian Development Bank (ADB)Total:USD 475.8 millionFor Meghalaya?USD 77 MillionFor Assam?USD 398.8 Million.
• Key points: These initiatives aim to create sustainable livelihoods, empower women, strengthen environmental resilience, and build state-of-the-art health infrastructure.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

9. Assam Healthcare Project

• What happened: Assam Healthcare Project(USD 398.8 Million Loan):Focus:Transform Gauhati Medical College & Hospital (GMCH) into super-speciality hub; upgrade Assam Medical College (Dibrugarh) & Silchar Medical College under Srimanta Sankaradeva University of Health Sciences.Key Components:Climate-resilient expansions, digital hospital systems, smart classrooms, simulation training, gender-responsive care (one-stop crisis centre at GMCH), medical tourism strategy.Outcomes:Reduce maternal/infant mortality; address specialist shortages; position Assam as regional medical destination.Challenges Addressed:Inadequate tertiary infrastructure, HRH gaps despite Vision 2030 initiatives.Meghalaya Ecotourism Project (USD 77 Million Loan):Focus:Integrated Ecotourism & Sustainable Agri-Livelihoods; supports Meghalaya Vision 2032 as top ecotourism destination.Key Components:Restore 25,000 hectares community forests (performance-based payments); eco-tourism facilities (visitor centres, craft hubs); climate-smart farming (drip irrigation, fallow land restoration); rural value chains, market linkages.Beneficiaries:8,000+ people (women, Indigenous communities); strengthens cooperatives, public-private partnerships, innovation fund.Additional:USD 1 million Technical Assistance(TA) grant for capacity building, carbon/biodiversity credits.About Meghalaya:Chief Minister(CM)– Conrad SangmaGovernor– C H VijayashankarCapital-ShillongNational Park(NP)-Nokrek NP, Balpakram NP.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

10. NBBL Rolls Out “Banking Connect” to Simplify Digital Banking

• What happened: NBBL Rolls Out “Banking Connect” to Simplify Digital BankingIn November 2025, NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), launched“Banking Connect”an interoperable net banking platform designed to transform online merchant payments by eliminating multiple integrations, enabling biometric authenticationand providing real-time Reserve Bank of India(RBI) oversight on fund flows Exam Hints:What?Launch of Banking ConnectBy?NBBL, subsidiary of NPCIAt?Global Fintech Festival 2025Accessible Banks?HDFC, SBI, YES bank etc.Aggregator?PayU, Razor pays, Pine labs, just pay etc.… About “BankingConnect”:Interoperability:Single NBBL-certified integration connects banks to all payment aggregators (PAs); supports HDFC, ICICI, SBI, YES, AU SFB, Federal Bank + PayU, PineLabs, Razorpay, Juspay, Zoho.Frictionless Experience:No username/password; biometric/QR payments; mobile-first design; uniform UI across providers; low-code/no-code merchant onboarding (10-15 days instant).Enhanced Security:Real-time fraud monitoring, standardised error codes, policy-driven controls; minimises redirect/timeout drop-offs.Settlement Efficiency:Same-day (8 cycles/day) vs monthly; RBI gets instant transaction visibility (vs weekly/yearly lag) for crypto/gaming oversight.Transaction Scale:No caps; supports high-value merchant payments; boosts mobile banking adoption.
• Key points: The platform was introduced during the Global Fintech Festival 2025 in the presence of theRBIGovernor.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

11. RBI Imposes Penalty on HDFC Bank and

• What happened: RBI Imposes Penalty on HDFC Bank andManna KrishnaInvestmentsIn November 2025, the Reserve Bank of India(RBI)imposed penalties onHDFC BankandMannakrishna Investments Private Limitedfor lapses in regulatory compliance, emphasizing the need for strict adherence to banking and financial norms. Exam Hints:What?Penalties imposed by RBIOn?HDFC bank and Manna Krishna InvestmentsFor?Violation of Regulatory normsPenalty on HDFC?Rs 91 lakhsPenalty onManna KrishnaInvestments?Rs 3.1 lakh About Penalties Imposed:HDFC Bank:The RBI has imposed aRs.91 lakh penaltyon HDFC Bank for multiple regulatory violations, including non-compliance with the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, lapses in Know Your Customer(KYC)procedures, failures in outsourcing compliance, and irregularities in handling interest-rate and loan benchmarks.
• Key details: Manna KrishnaInvestments: The RBI also imposed aRs.3.10 lakh penaltyon Mannakrishna Investments Private Limited, a Non-Banking Financial Company, (NBFC), for governance-related violations.
• Key points: The penalty order was passed under Section 47A(1)(c) read with Section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.; The RBI stated that the action was based on findings from the Statutory Inspection for Supervisory Evaluation (ISE) conducted to assess the bank’s financial position as of March 31, 2024.; The company altered its board composition without obtaining prior approval from the regulator, thereby breaching the NBFC – Scale Based Regulation Directions, 2023.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

12. TATA Realty Secures Rs 1,280 Crore Green Loan from DBS Bank for Gurugram Project

• What happened: TATA Realty Secures Rs 1,280 Crore Green Loan from DBS Bank for Gurugram ProjectIn November 2025, Tata Realty & Infrastructure Ltd (TRIL), a wholly-owned Tata Sons subsidiary, signed a landmarkRs 1,280 croregreen loan facility withDBS Bank Indiato fundIntellion Park– a 2.1 million sq ft Grade-A sustainable office campus in Gurugram (Haryana). Exam Hints:What? Rs 1,280 crore green loan facilityLender:DBS Bank IndiaBorrower:Tata Realty’s Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV)Project:Intellion Park – 2.1 million sq ft Grade A office campus, GurugramPurpose:Fund certified green assets meeting global sustainability standards Project Highlights – Intellion Park Gurugram:Scale:2.1 Mn sq ft across 4 towers under Tata Realty’s flagship Intellion brand; premium office spaces for GCCs (Global Capability Centres).Sustainability Features:High-performance green building standards, rooftop solar, advanced water recycling, biophilic design, pedestrian-friendly podiums, EV charging, waste management.Certifications:Aligned with global benchmarks (LEED/IGBC); part of Tata Realty’s 100% green-certified portfolio.Strategic Location:Gurugram’s premium commercial corridor; supports India’s expanding GCC ecosystem (1 Mn+ jobs projected).Tata Realty’s Commercial Portfolio:Current Scale:9.4 Mn sq ft operational + 10.2 Mn sq ft under development = 19.6 Mn sq ft total branded Intellion.Geographies:Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Chennai, Gurugram.GRESB Rating:5-star GRESB 2025 (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark) – highest recognition for sustainability.Precedents:Intellion Park Chennai – India’s first IFC EDGE Zero Carbon campus.
• Key points: DBS acted as sole advisor and green loan coordinator, deploying funds exclusively for certified green assets meeting global ESG benchmarks; The loan has been availed by a special purpose vehicle(SPV)of Tata Realty and marks a major boost to sustainable real-estate financing.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

13. India to Lead Emerging Market Growth with 7% GDP in 2025:

• What happened: India to Lead Emerging Market Growth with 7% GDP in 2025:Moody’sIn November 2025, American credit ratings agency,Moody’s Ratingsreleased its latest“APAC Power 2026 Outlook”report for companies in Asia-Pacific (APAC) region excluding Greater China. As per the report, India is projected to lead economic growth among emerging markets and across the APAC region as the country is expected to register7%Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth in2025and6.4%in2026.
• Key details: Exam Hints:What?Release of APAC Power 2026 OutlookReleased by:Moody’s RatingsIndia’s GDP forecast:7% (2025) and 6.4% (in 2026)APAC Growth Rate:3.6% (2025) and 3.4% (2026) Key Projections:APAC Growth Rate:The report projected average GDP growth in the APAC region will remain stable at3.4%in 2026, as against 3.3% in 2024.
• Key points: The agency highlighted that India’s domestic growth is mainly driven by its economic resilience amid global uncertainty.; It has further projected that the region will grow at3.6%in 2025.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

14. Emerging & Advanced Markets:

• What happened: Emerging & Advanced Markets:The report highlighted that emerging markets including India, are expected to drive the region’s overall economic growth, with a weighted average growth of5.6%in 2025.
• Key points: The average growth rate of advanced markets is projected at1.3%in 2025.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

15. Risk Transmission Channels:

• What happened: Risk Transmission Channels:The report further highlighted that the impact of the United States of America (USA) imposed 50% tariff is expected to be transmitted to companies mainly through3risk transmission channels like: trade, weakening macroeconomic conditions and financial markets.About Moody’s Ratings:President-Michael WestHeadquarters-New York, the United States of America (USA)Founded-1909.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

16. AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

• What happened: AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS ArunachalPradesh’sTraditional Blade ‘Dao’ and YakChurpiReceived GI TagIn November 2025, Arunachal Pradesh(AR)’straditional handcrafted blade‘Dao’used by several tribal communities andYakChurpi,traditional highland cheese, secured the Geographical Indication(GI) tagfrom theGI Registryunder the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I). About Two New GI Products from AR:AR DAO:It is made manually by master artisans using forging methods passed down over generations.
• Key details: YakChurpi:It is a dairy product (cheese) derived from the milk of the indigenous Arunachali Yak breed, primarily found in the West Kameng and Tawang districts of AR. >>Read Full News.
• Key points: These recognitions reaffirm AR’s cultural, culinary and traditional craftsmanship embedded in these unique products that symbolizes the rich heritage of the state.; Each Dao reflects functional utility as well as the courage, identity and cultural endurance of tribal communities in the region.; It is characterized by its dense textures, high nutritional value and long shelf-life, and has been staple food for the people living in high-altitude regions of Tawang and West Kameng.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

17. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

• What happened: APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS DPWorld SignsIndian cricketerAbhishek Sharma as Brand AmbassadorIn November 2025, global logistics firmDP Worldappointed Indian cricketerAbhishek Sharmaas its newestbrand ambassadorto enhance engagement with sports audiences and highlight the company’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and global connectivity. Exam Hints:What?Appointment of Brand AmbassadorBy:DP WorldWho?Cricketer Abhishek SharmaOther Ambassadors:Sachin Tendulkar and Tommy FleetwoodRole:Represents DP World across campaigns and initiatives About DP World’s Ambassador:Expanding DP World’s Sports Lineup:He becomes the third athlete in DP World’s growing sports roster, joining Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar and English golf star Tommy Fleetwood.Reason for Selecting:He was selected for this role following his exceptional performance at the 2025 DP World Asia Cup, where he scored a record 314 runs in seven innings and was named Player of the Tournament.Role:Under this partnership, Sharma will act as the face of DP World across various campaigns and initiatives, highlighting the company’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and global connectivity.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Economy (GS Paper 3). Banking, monetary policy, fiscal developments.

🏏 Sports

18. Bisleri Becomes Official Beverage Partner for Tata Women’s Premier League

• What happened: Bisleri Becomes Official Beverage Partner for Tata Women’s Premier LeagueIn November 2025,Bisleri International,one of India’s leading packaged drinking water brands, secured atwo-yearpartnership as theOfficial Beverage Partnerof the TATA Women’s Premier League(WPL), strengthening its association with India’s growing women’s cricket ecosystem. Exam Hints:What?Partnership of Bisleri InternationalWith?TATA Women’s Premier LeagueRole:Official Beverage PartnerDuration:2 years (starting 2026 edition) Key Details of Partnership:Brand Engagement:Bisleri will roll out limited-edition WPL-themed bottles and ensure strong in-stadium visibility through visicoolers, iceboxes in team dugouts, and comprehensive hydration support for players and spectators across venues.Aim:Bisleri aims to extend its presence beyond on-ground activation by introducing digital campaigns, fan-centric engagement activities, and experience-led initiatives to maintain excitement throughout the tournament.Significance :The partnership strengthens Bisleri’s presence in Indian sports, promoting hydration, enhancing fan experience, and highlighting the rising commercial value of women’s cricket in India.
• Key points: The partnership will cover two seasons beginning with the 2026 edition of the tournament.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Sports Current Affairs. Awards and achievements of sportspersons.

🌿 Environment & Geography

19. 13 New Amphibian Species are discovered in North-East India

• What happened: 13 New Amphibian Species are discovered in North-East IndiaIn November 2025, Researchers from Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun achieved a landmark discovery by identifying 13 new bush frog species (genus Raorchestes) across Northeast India’s Eastern Himalayas and Indo-Burma biodiversity hotspot.
• Key points: Published on November 19, 2025 inVertebrate Zoology(DOI: 10.3897/vz.75.e148133), the study analysed 204 specimens collected from 81 localities (2016-2024) spanning 8 states and 25 protected areas – India’s largest single vertebrate species description in over a decade.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Environment & Ecology (GS Paper 3). Conservation and geography.

20. List of 13 New Species

• What happened: List of 13 New Species:Arunachal Pradesh (6):R. orientalis (Eastern bush frog), R.
• Key details: eaglenestensis (Eaglenest bush frog, Eaglenest WLS 1,655m), R. magnus (large-bodied, SVL 25-30mm), R. nasuta (pointy-nosed snout), R.
• Why it matters for TNPSC: Environment & Ecology (GS Paper 3). Conservation and geography.

📘 General Knowledge & Miscellaneous

21. Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare 202

• What happened: Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare 2025– November 30The United Nations (UN) annually observe theDay of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical WarfareonNovember 30to honor victims and highlight Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW’s) commitment to eliminating chemical weapons and promoting global peace and security. Exam Hints:What?Day of Remembrance for Victims of Chemical Warfare ObservanceWhen?November 30UN Recognition:Following OPCW DG Rogelio Pfirter’s recommendation, UN observed it from 2005 as April 29Change of Date:In 2015 observance date change to 30 November; April 29 became OPCW DayFirst Observed:30 November 2016Key Bodies:UN, OPCW Background:Decision:During its 10th Session in November 2005 in The Hague, Netherlands, the Conference of the States Parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) resolved to observe a Day of Remembrance for all victims of chemical warfare every year on29 April.UN Recognition:Since 2005, the UN has officially recognized and observed the Day of Remembrance for all victims of chemical warfare, following the recommendation of Rogelio Pfirter, then Director-General(DG) of the OPCW.Change of Date:At its 20th Session in 2015, the Conference of the States Parties to the CWC changed the Day of Remembrance for all victims of chemical warfare to30 November.
• Key details: First Observation:The first-ever Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare was observed on30 November 2016.About Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC):Structure:Preamble, 24 Articles, 3 Annexes (Chemicals, Verification, Confidentiality).Timeline:Adopted 1993; effective April 29, 1997; 193 States Parties; all declared stockpiles (72,304+ MT) destroyed by 2023.Achievements:Most successful disarmament treaty; prohibits development, production, stockpiling, use.2025 Key Events:Conference:The 30th Session of the Conference of the States Parties (CSP) was held from 24–28 November 2025 in The Hague, chaired by H.E. Mr. Agustín Vásquez Gómez of El Salvador.OPCW-The Hague Award 2025:Major GeneralIchiro Akiyama, Ambassador Kenneth Ward, and Rear Admiral Torben Mikkelsen were honoured for their contributions to disarmament and non-proliferation.Day of Remembrance Observance:On 26 November 2025, a moment of silence was held at the King Willem-Alexander Theatre, reaffirming the principle: “no use anywhere, anytime, by anyone.”AboutOrganisationfor the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW):Director General(DG)– Fernando AriasHeadquarters– The Hague, NetherlandsEstablished – 1997 *******.
• Key points: April 29 was designated as the International Day for the Foundation of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW Day).
• Why it matters for TNPSC: General Knowledge. Important for TNPSC prelims.

22. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)

• What happened: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today).
• Why it matters for TNPSC: General Knowledge. Important for TNPSC prelims.

23. Current Affairs 1 December 2025

• What happened: Current Affairs 1 December 2025Overview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Karnataka and Goa on November 28, 2025Government Approves ‘Tex-RAMPS’ Scheme to promote research, innovation in textilesIndia Signs Rs 7,995 crore deal with USA for Navy Copter SupportCBDT Launches Phase 2 of NUDGE Campaign to Boost Foreign Asset ReportingC-DOT Signed MoU with IIT Roorkee to Establish CoE in UttarakhandUN World Urbanization Prospects 2025 : Jakarta Tops as Most Populous City, New Delhi Ranks FourthADB Approves USD 475.8 Million Loans for Healthcare in Assam and Ecotourism in MeghalayaNBBL Rolls Out “Banking Connect” to Simplify Digital BankingRBI Imposes Penalty on HDFC Bank and Manna Krishna InvestmentsTATA Realty Secures Rs 1,280 Crore Green Loan from DBS Bank for Gurugram ProjectIndia to Lead Emerging Market Growth with 7% GDP in 2025: Moody’sArunachal Pradesh’s Traditional Blade ‘Dao’ and Yak Churpi Received GI TagDP World Signs Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma as Brand AmbassadorRussia’s ‘Soyuz MS-28’ Rocket Launched USA-Russian Crew to ISS13 New Amphibian Species are discovered in North-East IndiaBisleri Becomes Official Beverage Partner for Tata Women’s Premier LeagueDay of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare 2025 – November 30 Aspirant:Does Affairscloud covers all the Current affairs topics related to examinations?Affairscloud:We Guaranteed All the Important topics related to examination are covered in Our Daily CA content and Daily CA Quizzes.Aspirant:Why is there a delayal in news?Affairscloud:As some of the major news sites doesn’t provide the required data on the exact day, we take extra time for important data to be presented to the aspirants on the examination basis to ensure nothing is missed.Example:In ‘Important Days’ topics the International Organisations publish their reports and Rankings in the evenings, to make sure every data is covered, we delay the topics to the next day.Candidates appearing for Competitive Exams. Kindly Share the General Awareness questions,which asked in their respective exams to“[email protected]”Dear Aspirants,We would like to inform you that, startingJanuary 2025,all Current Affairs Hindi Contentwill be accessible only through theCareersCloud app and CareersCloud.in website.
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Q1. Which of the following is related to: Overview of PMNarendraModi’sVisit to Karnataka and Goa on November 28, 2025Prime Minister(PM)Narendr?

(a) Option A – to be filled with specific details
(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
(d) Option D – to be filled with specific details

Q2. Which of the following is related to: Government Approves ‘?

(a) Option A – to be filled with specific details
(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
(d) Option D – to be filled with specific details

Q3. Which of the following is related to: India Signs Rs 7,995 crore deal with USA for Navy Copter Support?

(a) Option A – to be filled with specific details
(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
(d) Option D – to be filled with specific details

Q4. Which of the following is related to: CBDT Launches Phase 2 of NUDGE Campaign to Boost Foreign Asset Reporting?

(a) Option A – to be filled with specific details
(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
(d) Option D – to be filled with specific details

Q5. Which of the following is related to: UN World Urbanization Prospects 2025 : Jakarta Tops as Most Populous City, New Delhi Ranks Fourth?

(a) Option A – to be filled with specific details
(b) Option B – to be filled with specific details
(c) Correct answer from the news item
(d) Option D – to be filled with specific details