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1. IAF Hosts Bilateral Air Exercise AviaIndra-2025 with Russia

• என்ன நடந்தது: IAF Hosts Bilateral Air Exercise AviaIndra-2025 with RussiaThe Indian Air Force (IAF) commenced the 3rd edition ofExerciseAviaIndra(2025), a bilateral air exercise with the Russian Federation Aerospace Force(RFASF), scheduled to be conducted from 15th December to 22nd December 2025 in New Delhi, Delhi. Exam Hints:What?Bilateral Air Exercise AviaIndra-2025Participants:Indian Air Force (IAF) and Russian Federation Aerospace Force (RFASF)Host:New Delhi, Delhi, IndiaWhen?15th December to 22nd December 2025Key Aircraft:Su-30 MKI, Tejas, IL-78, Mi-17.1st edition:2014 About Exercise AviaIndra-2025:Strategic Ties:The exercise reflects the long-standing, trust-based defence partnership between India and Russia and reinforces continued military engagement.Participating Assets:The drills involve Sukhoi Su-30 MKI fighters, indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas, IL-78 aerial refuellers, and Mil Mi-17 helicopters operating in an integrated manner.Operational Scope:Joint missions include air superiority tasks, coordinated aerial manoeuvres, tactical planning, and exchange of best practices.Technology Focus:India and Russia emphasized collaboration in niche military technologies and indigenous capability development under initiatives like Make in India.Background:The AviaIndra series, launched in 2014, is a biennial India–Russia air exercise focused on joint flying operations and operational coordination.Previous editions:Exercise AviaIndra was conducted in two phases, with Phase I held in Russia and Phase II in India for both the 2014 and 2018 editions.Disruptions:The AviaIndra exercise was interrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic during 2020–2021 and later saw a prolonged pause following the outbreak of the Russia–Ukraine conflict in 2022–2024.About Indian Air Force (IAF):Chief of the Air Staff (CAS)- Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet SinghHeadquarters– New Delhi, DelhiEstablished– 1932.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The exercise aims to enhance bilateral defence cooperation, improve mutual understanding, and strengthen aerospace operational synergy.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

2. TRAI Mandates Adoption of 1600-Series Numbers for Service Calls by IRDAI-Regulated Entities

• என்ன நடந்தது: TRAI Mandates Adoption of 1600-Series Numbers for Service Calls by IRDAI-Regulated EntitiesOn December 17, 2025, the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India(TRAI),under the Ministry of Communications, directed all the entities, regulated by Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India(IRDAI),to adopt“1600” seriesphone numbers for service and transactional calls to consumers by15 February 2026. Exam Hints:What?TRAI issued directions for IRDAI-regulated entitiesDirection:Adoption of “1600” series phone numbersPurpose:For service and transactional calls to consumersDeadline:15 February 2026 AboutTRAI’s 1600-Series Numbers:1600 Series:The “1600” numbering series is a special range assigned by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), under the Ministry of Communications, for use by Banking, Financial Services, Insurance (BFSI) entities and select government bodies.Legitimate Calls Identification:The aim is to ensure that customers can easily identify legitimate calls from regulated financial institutions and differentiate them from spam or fraud calls.Objectives:To enhance consumer trust in financial communications, curb spam and unsolicited calls, and prevent voice-call fraud and impersonation scams where fraudsters mimic official calls from insurers.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

3. DPIIT Launches Digital Module for e-B-4 Visa to Generate Sponsorship Letters Online

• என்ன நடந்தது: DPIIT Launches Digital Module for e-B-4 Visa to Generate Sponsorship Letters OnlineOn December 17, 2025, the Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade(DPIIT),under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), launched a newdigital modulethat enabled Indian companies to generateIndian sponsorship lettersonline for inviting foreign professionals under the electronic (e)-Production Investment Business Visa(e-B-4 Visa)on the National Single Window System (NSWS). Exam Hints:What?Launch of Digital Module for e-B-4 VisaWho?DPIITPurpose:To generate Indian sponsorship letters online for inviting foreign professionals under e-B-4 VisaKey Reforms:Equipment installation, shifted from employment to business visa; e-B-4 replaces e-PLI VisaPlatform: NSWS About e-B-4 Visa:Key Reforms:Activities like equipment installation, commissioning, and payment of fees/royalties have moved from employment to business visas.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Application: The e-B-4 Visa is applied online through the NSWS module, enabling Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) and non-PLI companies to instantly generate digital sponsorship letters with auto-populated forms and Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MoCA)/Goods and Services Tax Network (GSTN) authentication.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Launched on November 29, 2025, the module is part of business visa reforms to simplify processes and enhance ease of doing business.; The B-4 Visa lets foreign experts support production-linked activities, including Quality Control(QC) and audits, training, supply chain, and plant design.; The e-B-4 Visa has replaced the older electronic Production-Linked Incentive Visa(e-PLI Visa).; Each letter carries a unique Identification(ID) for the e-visa application, integrated via Application Programming Interfaces(APIs) for a seamless process.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

4. Bannerghatta Zoo Welcomes Eight Black-Capped Capuchin Monkeys

• என்ன நடந்தது: Bannerghatta Zoo Welcomes Eight Black-Capped Capuchin MonkeysIn December 2025, Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP), Bengaluru(Karnataka) has received eight black-capped capuchin monkeys (Sapajus apella) four males and four females under an international animal exchange programme. Exam Hints:What?eight black-capped capuchin monkeys arrivedWhere?At Bannerghatta Biological Park, Bengaluru (Karnataka)Scientific Name:Sapajus apellaFrom:Induna Primate and Parrot Park (South Africa) Import:The eight black-capped capuchin monkeys were imported from Induna Primate and Parrot Park in South Africa.About Black-Capped Capuchin Monkeys:Features:It is a medium-sized primate with dark brown or black fur and a distinctive black cap on its head, a light-colored face, and a long prehensile tail.Habitat:The black-capped Capuchin monkeys, native to Central and South America, found in countries such as Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Suriname, and Guyana.Purpose of the exchange:The exchange aims to strengthen conservation initiatives, enhance genetic diversity of the captive population, promote visitor awareness, and support scientific research at BBP.Bannerghatta Biological Park:It is located about 22 Kilometer (Km) south of Bengaluru, part of Bannerghatta National Park (BNP) and spans over 260 Km.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: It features a Zoological Park (ZP), safari, and butterfly park.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The capuchins landed at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (Karnataka) around 9 pm on 14 December 2025 and were transported to BBP the same day.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

5. India and Saudi Arabia Signed Visa Waiver Agreement to Facilitate Official Travel

• என்ன நடந்தது: India and Saudi Arabia Signed Visa Waiver Agreement to Facilitate Official TravelIn December 2025,IndiaandSaudi Arabia(SA) signed a bilateralVisa Waiver Agreement(VWA) in Riyadh to facilitate official travels and strengthen bilateral exchanges under the India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership Council (SPC) in Riyadh, SA.Signatories:The agreement was signed by Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan and Abdulmajeed bin Rashed Alsmari, Deputy Minister for Protocol Affairs at the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on behalf of Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Exam Hints:What?Bilateral Visa Waiver Agreement signedCountries:India and Saudi ArabiaBy Whom?Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan (India) & Abdulmajeed bin Rashed Alsmari (Saudi Arabia)Objective:To facilitate official travel and boost bilateral cooperation under the Strategic Partnership Council. About Visa Waiver Agreement:Visa Agreement:Provides mutual exemption from short-stay visa requirements for holders of diplomatic, special, and official passports, streamlining official travel.Limitation:The waiver does not apply to ordinary passport holders, tourists, or business travelers.Strategic Council:The SPC is a high-level mechanism to deepen bilateral collaboration across defence, energy, investments, and cultural exchange.Economic Ties:India is Saudi Arabia’s second-largest trading partner, after China, and Saudi Arabia is India’s fifth-largest partner, with bilateral trade reaching USD 39.9 billion in 2024.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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6. Overview of PMNarendraModi’sVisit to Ethiopia from December 16 to December 17, 2025Prime Minister(PM

• என்ன நடந்தது: Overview of PMNarendraModi’sVisit to Ethiopia from December 16 to December 17, 2025Prime Minister(PM)NarendraModiwas on a 2-day official visit to Ethiopia from December 16 to 17, 2025 as the 2nd leg of his 3-nation tour (Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman), at the invitation ofAbiyAhmed Ali,Prime Minister (PM) of Ethiopia. Key Highlights:Bilateral Meeting:During his visit to Ethiopia, PM Modi held a bilateral meeting withEthiopian PMAbiyAhmedat the National Palace (in Addis Ababa), where he was accorded a ceremonial welcome.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: This marked PM Modi’s 1st ever bilateral visit to the African nation.; The meeting was held in one-on-one, restricted and delegation-level formats, during which both leaders reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral relations, rooted in long-standing civilisational links and strengthened by close people-to-people ties.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

7. Addressed Joint Session of Ethiopian Parliament:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Addressed Joint Session of Ethiopian Parliament:During his visit, PM Modi addressed the joint session of the Parliament of Ethiopia.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: With this, the Ethiopian Parliament has become the18thparliament worldwide to be addressed by PM Modi.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

8. Elevation to Strategic Partnership:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Elevation to Strategic Partnership:India and Ethiopia have elevated their bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership (SP), marking a major step in strengthening cooperation between the two Global South partners.3MoUs:Following the bilateral meeting, PM Modi and his Ethiopian counterpart witnessed the exchange of3 keyMemorandums of Understanding(MoUs)in areas like: customs cooperation, United Nations (UN) Peacekeeping training, and data infrastructure. MoUon Debt Restructuring:India and Ethiopia signed a MoU on Debt Restructuring in respect of Ethiopia under the Group-20 (G20) Common Framework.About Ethiopia:Prime Minister(PM)-Abiy Ahmed AliCapital-Addis AbabaCurrency-Ethiopian Birr (ETB)>>Read Full News.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: Custom Cooperation:India and Ethiopia signed an agreement on cooperation and mutual administrative assistance on custom matters.; UN Peacekeeping Operations:Both countries signed a MoU which aimed at implementing arrangements for co-operation in UN Peacekeeping operations training.; Establishment of Data Centre:Also, both countries signed a MoU for setting up a data centre at Ethiopia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

9. India-UAE Joint Military Drill ‘DESERT CYCLONE-II’ Commenced at Abu Dhabi

• என்ன நடந்தது: India-UAE Joint Military Drill ‘DESERT CYCLONE-II’ Commenced at Abu DhabiOn December 18 2025, the2ndedition of the joint military exercise“DESERT CYCLONE-II”between the armies of India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), commenced at Abu Dhabi, the capital city of UAE, that will runtill December 30, 2025. Exam Hints:What?Commencement of Joint Military ExerciseName of Exercise:Desert Cyclone-IIEdition:2ndBetween:IA and UAE Land ForcesWhere?Abu Dhabi, the UAEKey Participants:45 Mechanised Infantry Regiment (Indian contingent) and 53 Mechanised Infantry Battalion (UAE Land Forces) About Desert Cyclone-II:Key Participants:The Indian contingent includes45 personnel, mainly from a battalion ofTheMechanisedInfantry Regiment.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Planned Drills:During the exercise, troops from both countries will train in a range of tactical drills, including fighting in built-up areas, heliborne operations and detailed mission planning. Significance:DESERT CYCLONE-II reflects the strengthening strategic partnership between India and the UAE and is expected to further bolster military-to-military relations. Previous Edition:India hosted the 1st edition of Desert Cyclone-I at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges (MFFR) in Rajasthan in January 2024.Defence Engagements:Exercise DESERT CYCLONE-II, following recent high-level defence visits including the UAE Land Forces Commander (27–28 October 2025) and the UAE Presidential Guard Commander (15–19 December 2025), aims to further deepen India–UAE bilateral defence cooperation.About the United Arab Emirates (UAE):President-Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al NahyanCapital-Abu DhabiCurrency-UAE Dirham (AED).
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The two-week long military exercise aimed to enhance interoperability and foster defence cooperation between the Indian Army (IA) and the UAE Land Forces through joint training in urban environments.; The exercise will focus on sub-conventional operations under a United Nations (UN) mandate, enabling the forces of both countries to operate together in peacekeeping, counter-terrorism and stability operations.; The UAE Land Forces contingent comprises53 personnelfrom Mechanised Infantry Battalion.; The exercise will also include the integration of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and counter-UAS techniques for conduct of operations in built-up areas.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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10. Indian Navy Commissions INAS 335 (Ospreys) at INS Hansa, Goa

• என்ன நடந்தது: Indian Navy Commissions INAS 335 (Ospreys) at INS Hansa, GoaOn 17th December 2025, the Indian Navy (IN) commissioned itssecond(Multi-Mission Helicopter) MH-60R Seahawk helicopter squadron, Indian Naval Air Squadron 335 (INAS 335) (Ospreys), at Indian Naval Station(INS)Hansa,Goa, marking a key milestone in its modernisation drive and significantly enhancing naval aviation capabilities along the western seaboard. About INAS 335 (Ospreys):Role:INAS 335 is a frontline naval aviation squadron operating MH-60R Seahawk helicopters, acting as the “eyes, ears, and first hunters” of the fleet.Command:The squadron is led byCaptainDhirenderBishtand conducts Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), Anti-Surface Warfare (ASuW), Maritime Surveillance, and Search and Rescue operations (SAR).Type:The MH-60R is an all-weather, multi-role maritime helicopter capable of day and night operations against conventional and asymmetric threats.Indian Army Received Final Batch of AH-64E Apache Attack HelicoptersFinal Batch: On 16 December 2025, the Indian Army (IA) received thefinal batch of threeAttack Helicopters 64 Echo(AH-64E) Apachefrom Boeing, the United States of America (USA), at Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh (UP).
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Deployment:The helicopters will be stationed atJodhpur, Rajasthan,under the newly raised451 Army Aviation Squadron, tasked with operations in the western sector across desert and high-threat environments.>>Read Full News.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The commissioning ceremony was presided over byAdmiral Dinesh KTripathi,Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS).; The delivery of all six AH-64E Apaches, with the final three airlifted by an Antonov An-124 for assembly and inspections, completes the India–USA deal and makes the Army Aviation Corps’ Apache fleet fully operational.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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11. SEBI announces major market reforms in its 212th board meeting

• என்ன நடந்தது: SEBI announces major market reforms in its 212th board meeting In December 2025, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI),at its212thboard meetingheld in Mumbai, Maharashtra,approved a series of regulatory reforms aimed at simplifying market regulations, lowering transaction costs and enhancing cost transparency.Rationalisation of brokerage limits:Cash market transactions:The existing brokerage cap of 12 bps includes statutory levies. The cap on brokerage, net of statutory levies amounts to 8.59 bps, which has nowbeen reduced to 6 bps (exclusive of levies).Derivative transactions:The existing brokerage cap of 5 bps includes statutory levies.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: The cap on brokerage, net of statutory levies amounts to 3.89 bps, which has now been reduced to 2 bps.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: The additional5 bpscurrently permitted to be charged to schemes with exit loads as a transitory measure has now been removed.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

12. Other Key Highlights:

• என்ன நடந்தது: Other Key Highlights:Unclaimed Amount transfer:Presently unclaimed amounts are transferred to the Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) / Investor Protection and Education Fund (IPEF) after 7 years of remaining unclaimed.MF Regulations 2026:The SEBI Board, at its meeting held on December 17, 2025, approved the changes proposed, pursuant to the review of the SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996. The new SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 2026, are designed to offer stakeholders greater clarity, improved readability, and enhanced structural coherence.>>Read Full News.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

13. Axis Bank, Google Pay Launches ‘Google Play Flex Axis Bank Credit Card’ on RuPay Network

• என்ன நடந்தது: Axis Bank, Google Pay Launches ‘Google Play Flex Axis Bank Credit Card’ on RuPay NetworkIn December 2025, Google’s mobile payment serviceGoogle Payin partnership withAxis Bank Limited,one of India’s largest Private Sector lenders, launched the‘Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit Card’,Unified Payments Interface (UPI)-powered co-branded credit card. Exam Hints:What?Launch of UPI-powered co-branded credit cardLaunched by:Google Pay in collaboration with Axis Bank LimitedName of Card:Google Pay Flex Axis Bank Credit CardKey Benefits:Instant redeem of credit card rewards; digitally apply for card at zero cost; in-app controls.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Key Features:Flexibility:The credit card is embedded within the Google Pay application (app) and enables the customers to apply for the card digitally at‘zero cost’from anywhere and can start transactions without any physical paperwork.Rewards:Through this new credit card, users/customers will be able to redeem rewards earned on transactions, calledStartinstantly, with1 Start point equal to Rs 1.Flexible EMI Options:The card offers flexible repayment options to its users by allowing them to convert their credit bills into Equated Monthly Instalments (EMIs) via Google Pay app.Card Management:Users can manage their credit card, block/unblock it, or reset the Personal Identification Number(PIN) directly through the Google Pay app.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: This newly launched co-branded credit, built on theRuPaypayments network, is designed specifically to help customers integrate with their everyday UPI transactions.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

14. PPSL Received RBI Nod for Offline and Cross-Border Payments

• என்ன நடந்தது: PPSL Received RBI Nod for Offline and Cross-Border PaymentsIn December 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has authorized Paytm Payments Services Limited (PPSL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of One 97 Communications Limited, to operate as a Payment Aggregator (PA) foroffline(physical)paymentsandcross-border transactions, both inward and outward. Exam Hints:What?Authorisation for offline and cross-border paymentsEntity:Paytm Payments Services Limited (PPSL)By whom?RBIScope:End-to-end payment aggregation services across online, offline, and cross-border segments.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: About Authorization:Payments Services:PPSL can now facilitate physical transactions via Point-of-Sale (PoS) devices and aggregate inward and outward cross-border payments under Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA).ComprehensiveLicence:With previous online PA approval, PPSL now holds licenses across online, offline, and cross-border segments, enabling end-to-end payment services.Compliance:PPSL must launch cross-border services within six months, adhere to transaction caps and net worth requirements, and report unusual incidents within six hours.Impact:The authorization supports domestic and international growth, allows direct management of merchant infrastructure, and reduces reliance on third-party aggregators.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

15. Airtel Payments Bank Partners

• என்ன நடந்தது: Airtel Payments Bank PartnerswithNBBL to Enable EV Wallet RechargeOn December 17, 2025,Airtel Payments Bankhas partnered with NPCI Bharat BillPay Limited(NBBL),a wholly owned subsidiary of National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), that enables users to recharge Electric Vehicle(EV)wallets throughBharat Connect,formerly Bharat BillPay System (BBPS). Exam Hints:What?Partnership establishedBetween:Airtel Payments Bank partners with NBBLPurpose:To enable recharge EV wallets through BBPSIntegration:Airtel Thanks application KeyDetails of Partnership:Integration:The initiative integrates an EV wallet recharge facility into theAirtel Thanks application(app), powered by BBPS, enabling instant and secure top-ups across multiple EV charging service providers.Interoperable Platform:The partnership provides a single, unified platform for EV wallet recharges, removing fragmentation across different charging networks and making payments more convenient and seamless.Role of NBBL:It operates the Bharat Connect platform, ensuring standardized, secure, and interoperable bill payments, while expanding its coverage from traditional utilities to modern services like EV charging.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

16. AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

• என்ன நடந்தது: AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

17. IDFC First Private & Hurun India Self-Made Entrepreneurs of the Millennia 2025: Eternal’s Founder & CEO Deepinder Goy…

• என்ன நடந்தது: IDFC First Private & Hurun India Self-Made Entrepreneurs of the Millennia 2025: Eternal’s Founder & CEO Deepinder Goyal Tops the ListOn December 17, 2025, Hurun Indiain partnership withIDFC FIRST Private Banking,a division of IDFC First Bank Limited, released the3rdedition of India’sTop 200 Self-Made Entrepreneurs of the Millennia 2025.As per the report,Deepinder Goyal,founder, Managing Director(MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Eternal(formerly Zomato), has topped the list with a valuation ofRs. 3, 20,700 crore, marking a 27 % increase from the previous year.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: About India Self-Made Entrepreneurs of the Millennia 2025:Overview:The IDFC First Private & Hurun India Self-Made Entrepreneurs of the Millennia 2025 is an annual ranking that lists the 200 most valuable companies in India founded by self-made entrepreneurs since 2000.Ranking Methodology:The rankings are based on the market capitalization for listed companies and valuation of non-listed companies. Threshold:The threshold entry for a company featured on the list is Rs.4,500 crores, 1.5 times the threshold of Rs.3,000 crores in 2024.Highlights of the Report:Other Top 10 Entrepreneurs:Abhay Soi of Max Healthcare Institute secured 4th place with a valuation of Rs.1.11 lakh crores, while Sriharsha Majety and Nandan Reddy of Swiggy ranked 5th with a valuation of Rs.1.06 lakh crores. Women Entrepreneurs:The list features20women entrepreneurs with a combined company valuation of Rs.3.3 trillion, led by Falguni Nayar and Adwaita Nayar of Nykaa (Rs.67,500 crore), followed by Neha Bansal of Lenskart (Rs.67,000 crore) and Ruchi Kalra of OfBusiness (Rs.44,400 crore).Young Entrepreneurs:The youngest founders overall are Kaivalya Vohra (22) and Aadit Palicha (23) of Zepto, valued at Rs.52,400 crore, while Adwaita Nayar (34) is the youngest woman entrepreneur.>>Read Full News.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: RadhakishanDamani,founder of Avenue Supermarts (DMart), who topped the list in 2023 and 2024 has slipped to the 2nd position with a valuation of around Rs. 2,97,800 crores.; Rahul Bhatia and Rakesh Gangwal of InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) secured third place, with their company valued at Rs.2,19,300 crores.; The cut-off date for valuation was 25 September 2025; Deepak Kalra & Rajesh Magow, Co-Founders of MakeMyTrip, with a valuation of Rs.94,500 crores (6th rank), Yashish Dahiya and Alok Bansal, founders of PolicyBazaar, (Rs.80,300 crores) (7th rank), Vijay Shekhar Sharma, founder of Paytm, (Rs.72,900 crores) (8th rank), marking a 67% growth from 2024.
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18. CRPF Officer Dinesh Khatak Conferred Union Home Minister’s Efficiency Medal

• என்ன நடந்தது: CRPF Officer Dinesh Khatak Conferred Union Home Minister’s Efficiency MedalIn December 2025, Senior Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officerDinesh Khatak, hailing from Jind district in Haryana, has been conferred the Union Home Minister’s Efficiency Medal(Kendriya Grah Mantri Dakshata Padak)for his exemplary service, discipline and outstanding contribution to national security by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). Exam Hints:What?Union Home Minister’s Efficiency Medal was conferredAwarded by:Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)Recipient:Dinesh KhatakService:20+ years; Key areas – J&K, Naxal regions, training.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He currently serves as Second-in-Command (2IC) of 196 Battalion, CRPF.
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19. Career and key deployments

• என்ன நடந்தது: Career and key deployments:Entry into CRPF:Khatak joined the CRPF as a Gazetted Officer in 2005 after clearing the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination, serving across some of India’s most sensitive operational theatres.Operational Experience in J &K:He served two major tenures in Jammu & Kashmir( J &K) (2008–2013 and 2017–2021), handling Amarnath Yatra security, counter-insurgency operations, and deployments during Article 370 abrogation and COVID-19.Role at CIAT Shivpuri:At the Counter Insurgency and Anti-Terrorism (CIAT) School, Shivpuri one of CRPF’s elite training centers. he enhanced commando training standards with emphasis on discipline, tactical readiness, and modern field techniques.Current Posting in Left-Wing Extremism Area:Posted in Bijapur district, he leads anti-Naxal operations, establishes forward operating bases, and supports civic and development initiatives in remote areas.About Union Home Minister’s Efficiency Medal:It recognizes exceptional service, high standards of discipline, outstanding leadership, and significant contributions to national security over a sustained period.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: It is conferred on members of police forces, paramilitary units, including CRPF, and other security organizations for professional excellence and merit.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

20. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

• என்ன நடந்தது: APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS.
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21. ACC Approved Re-Appointment of Ashwini Tewari as SBI’s MD Till December 2027

• என்ன நடந்தது: ACC Approved Re-Appointment of Ashwini Tewari as SBI’s MD Till December 2027In December 2025, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet(ACC),chaired by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi, approved the re-appointment ofAshwini Kumar Tewarias Managing Director (MD) of the State Bank of India (SBI) for a second two-year extension, from 27 January 2026 to 31 December 2027. He was initially appointed in January 2021 and first extended in 2024.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Exam Hints:What?Re-appointment of Ashwini Tewari as MD of SBIApproved by:ACCNew Extension:27 January 2026 to 31 December 20274 MDs at SBI:Ashwini Kumar Tewari; Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh; Rama Mohan Rao Amarra; and Ravi Ranjan About Ashwini Tewari:Banking Career:He started his career as a banker by joining the SBI as a Probationary Officer (PO) in 1991.Experience:He has over 30 years of experience with SBI, serving in leadership roles including Deputy General Manager (DGM)(Operations and Information & Technology, I&T); head of International Banking Group in Mumbai(Maharashtra); country head of SBI United States of America (USA), and senior positions across East Asia.Previous Role:Before his appointment as SBI MD, he served as MD and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SBI Cards & Payment Services.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: With his reappointment, SBI now has allfour MDsin place: Ashwini Kumar Tewari; Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh; Rama Mohan Rao Amarra ; and Ravi Ranjan.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

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22. Pulitzer-Winning Journalist Peter Arnett Passed Away

• என்ன நடந்தது: Pulitzer-Winning Journalist Peter Arnett Passed AwayOn 17th December 2025,Peter Arnett, the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his frontline reporting in Vietnam and the Gulf Wars,passed awayin California, the United States of America (USA) at the age of 91. He was born on 13 November 1934 in New Zealand.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Exam Hints:What?Pulitzer-Winning Journalist Peter Arnett Passed AwayWhere?California, USAAward:Won the 1966 Pulitzer PrizeWars Covered:Vietnam War, the Gulf War, and the Second Gulf WarMemoir:Live From the Battlefield: From Vietnam to Baghdad, 35 Years in the World’s War Zones (1995). About Peter Arnett:Profile:He was a renowned journalist known for his frontline war reporting spanning several decades.Career:He joined the Associated Press (AP) in 1961, reporting from Indonesia and the Vietnam War (1962–1975). Teaching :Taught journalism at Shantou University (China) (2007–2014) and retired in Fountain Valley, California, the USA in 2014.Memoir: ‘Live From the Battlefield: From Vietnam to Baghdad, 35 Years in the World’s War Zones (1995)’ details Peter Arnett’s reporting experiences across global conflict zones over 35 years.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: He won thePulitzer Prizein1966for International Reporting for coverage of the Vietnam War for The Associated Press (AP).; In 1981, he joined CNN, gaining fame for live coverage from Baghdad during the 1991 Gulf War and later reporting on the Second Gulf War (2003).
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

23. International Migrants Day 2025 – December 18

• என்ன நடந்தது: International Migrants Day 2025 – December 18The United Nations (UN’s)International Migrants Dayis annually observed across the globe on18 Decembereach year to recognize migrants’ contributions and highlight the challenges they face, while emphasizing the importance of protecting their rights. Theme:2025 Theme:“My Great Story: Cultures and Development”Focus:The 2025 theme highlights human mobility as a force for economic growth and cultural enrichment.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Exam Hints:What?International Migrants Day 2025When?18 December 20252025 Theme:“My Great Story: Cultures and Development”Proclamation:UNGA Resolution A/RES/55/9, 4 December 20001st Observance:18 December 2000 Background:Proclamation:On 4 December2000,the United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) adopted Resolution A/RES/55/9, proclaiming 18 December as International Migrants Day.First Observance:International Migrants Day was observed for the first time on18 December 2000.Rights Convention:On 18 December 1990, the UNGA adopted the International Convention on the Protection of the Rights of All Migrant Workers and Members of Their Families.2025 Migration Reports:OECD – International Migration Outlook 2025:The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development(OECD’s)International Migration Outlook 2025shows that migration flows to OECD countries remained historically high in 2024, with around 6.2 million new permanent migrants.IOM Submission to the HLPF 2025:TheIOM – Submission to the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) 2025underscores that migration is a critical enabler of sustainable development, advocating for its integration into the 2030 Agenda’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).About International Organization for Migration (IOM):The IOM is the foremost intergovernmental entity specializing in migration and operates as part of the United Nations system.Director General(DG)– Amy Pope (the United States of America, USA)Headquarters– Geneva, SwitzerlandEstablished– 1951.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: 18 December 2025 marks the observance of the25thInternational Migrants Day.
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

24. World Arabic Language Day 2025 – December 18

• என்ன நடந்தது: World Arabic Language Day 2025 – December 18The United Nations (UN) observesArabic Language DayonDecember 18each year to mark the adoption of Arabic as one of its six official languages in 1973 and to promote multilingualism and linguistic equality. Theme:2025 Theme:“Innovative Pathways for Arabic: Policies and Practices for a More Inclusive Linguistic Future”Focus:This year’s theme highlights the role of education, media, technology, and public policy in making the use of Arabic more accessible and dynamic.
• முக்கிய விவரங்கள்: Exam Hints:Event:World Arabic Language Day 2025When?December 182025 Theme:“Innovative Pathways for Arabic: Policies and Practices for a More Inclusive Linguistic Future”Significance:Marks adoption of Arabic as the 6th official UN language (1973)2025 Milestone:52nd anniversary of Arabic’s official recognition at the UNUNGA Resolution: Resolution 3190 (XXVIII) adopted on 18 Dec 1973Proclaimed by UNESCO:2010 (Decision 190 EX/48)First Observed:18 December 2012 Background:Adoption:On 18 December1973, the United Nations General Assembly(UNGA) adopted Resolution 3190 (XXVIII), recognizing Arabic as the sixth official language of the UN.Establishment :To commemorate this decision, the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), through Decision 190 EX/48 in 2010, proclaimed World Arabic Language Day to be observed annually on 18 December.First Observance:The first World Arabic Language Day was celebrated on18 December 2012.Celebration of UN Official Languages:Since 2010, the United Nations Department of Global Communications (formerly the Department of Public Information) has observed celebrations of each of the UN’s six official languages annually, ahead of International Mother Language Day on 21 February.Other UN Official Language Days About Arabic Language: –Origins:Arabic originated from Proto-Semitic languages in the Middle East during the 7th century, with the term “Arab,” meaning “nomad,” reflecting its roots among nomadic tribes of the Arabian Peninsula.Writing System:Arabic uses the Arabic abjad, a script written in a right-to-left cursive style consisting of 28 letters.Global Significance:The Arabic language is a cornerstone of humanity’s cultural diversity and is spoken daily by over 400 million people worldwide. Recognition:Arabic calligraphy is inscribed on UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list.2025 Events:Event:On 18 December 2025, UNESCO hosted the World Arabic Language Day celebrations at its Paris headquarters(France), focusing on how education, technology, media, and public policy can enhance the accessibility of Arabic, in line with UNESCO’s Management of Social Transformations (MOST) Programme.UNESCO-Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture:TheUNESCO-Sharjah Prize for Arab Cultureis an international award established by the government of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates(UAE), in collaboration with UNESCO in 1998. About United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO):Director General(DG)– Khaled El-EnanyHeadquarters– Paris, FranceEstablished– 1945 *******.
• முக்கிய புள்ளிகள்: December 18, 2025 commemorates the52ndanniversary of Arabic being recognized as an official language of the UN.; Chinese Language Day – 20 April; English Language Day – 23 April; Spanish Language Day – 23 April
• TNPSC தேர்வுக்கு ஏன் முக்கியம்: TNPSC குரூப் 1, 2 தேர்வுகளில் அடிக்கடி கேட்கப்படும் தலைப்பு.

25. Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today)

• என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs Today (AffairsCloud Today).
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26. Current Affairs 19 December 2025

• என்ன நடந்தது: Current Affairs 19 December 2025IAF Hosts Bilateral Air Exercise AviaIndra-2025 with RussiaTRAI Mandates Adoption of 1600-Series Numbers for Service Calls by IRDAI-Regulated EntitiesDPIIT Launches Digital Module for e-B-4 Visa to Generate Sponsorship Letters OnlineBannerghatta Zoo Welcomes Eight Black-Capped Capuchin MonkeysIndia and Saudi Arabia Signed Visa Waiver Agreement to Facilitate Official TravelOverview of PM Narendra Modi’s Visit to Ethiopia from December 16 to December 17, 2025India-UAE Joint Military Drill ‘DESERT CYCLONE-II’ Commenced at Abu DhabiSEBI announces major market reforms in its 212th board meetingAxis Bank, Google Pay Launches ‘Google Play Flex Axis Bank Credit Card’ on RuPay NetworkPPSL Received RBI Nod for Offline and Cross-Border PaymentsAirtel Payments Bank Partners with NBBL to Enable EV Wallet RechargeIDFC First Private & Hurun India Self-Made Entrepreneurs of the Millennia 2025: Eternal’s Founder & CEO Deepinder Goyal Tops the ListCRPF Officer Dinesh Khatak Conferred Union Home Minister’s Efficiency MedalACC Approved Re-Appointment of Ashwini Tewari as SBI’s MD Till December 2027Indian Navy Commissions INAS 335 (Ospreys) at INS Hansa, GoaPulitzer-Winning Journalist Peter Arnett Passed AwayInternational Migrants Day 2025 – December 18World Arabic Language Day 2025 – December 18 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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