Daily GK 12th November 2025

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BUSINESS NEWS

RBI Repatriates Over 64 Tonnes of India’s Gold Reserves from Overseas (March–September 2025)

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has undertaken a large-scale repatriation of India’s gold reserves previously stored in foreign vaults, successfully bringing back over 64 tonnes between March and September 2025.
• Since March 2023, the central bank has returned a cumulative total of 274 tonnes of gold to the country—making it one of the largest relocations of gold since the 1990s.
• As of September 2025, India’s total official gold holdings stand at 880 metric tonnes, which includes:
  • 8 tonnes stored within India,
  • 37 tonnes held abroad, and
  • 99 tonnes maintained as gold deposits.
• This move strengthens national sovereignty by reducing dependency on foreign custodians and enhancing domestic control over gold assets.
• Improved domestic storage infrastructure has enabled safe, large-scale storage, reducing the need to maintain major reserves overseas.
• The repatriation also helps the RBI cut custodial and insurance expenses, leading to more efficient reserve management.
• Strategically, the transfer enhances the stability of India’s foreign exchange reserves, as gold provides a hedge against inflation and currency volatility.
• The operation involved tight security, confidential logistics, and close cooperation with foreign financial institutions to ensure zero risk and maintain market confidence.
• The share of gold in India’s forex reserves rose from 70% in March 2025 to 13.92% in September 2025.
• Bringing gold back home boosts financial security, supports domestic liquidity, and enhances the RBI’s flexibility in monetary policy management.

NATIONAL NEWS

Government Introduces New Deep-Sea Fishing Rules for Indian EEZ

• The Government of India has rolled out new regulations for deep-sea fishing within the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), spanning over 23 lakh sq. km of marine territory.
• The initiative aims to unlock high-value marine resources such as tuna, promote sustainable fishing, and empower coastal fishers and cooperatives.
• It aligns with commitments made in the Union Budget 2025–26, fostering technological innovation and sustainable marine exports.
• Priority access to deep-sea fishing operations is granted to Fishermen Cooperative Societies and Fish Farmer Producer Organisations (FFPOs) operating modernized vessels.
• The new rules completely ban foreign fishing vessels within India’s EEZ, safeguarding marine biodiversity, coastal employment, and national maritime sovereignty.

United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – Under the 2030 Agenda

• The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were officially adopted in September 2015 by 193 United Nations member states under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, replacing the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
• The SDGs provide a comprehensive framework to combat poverty, inequality, climate change, and promote peaceful and inclusive societies, under the motto “Leave No One Behind.”
• The agenda includes 17 Goals and 169 Targets, urging governments, private sectors, civil organizations, and individuals to collaborate toward a sustainable and equitable global future.
• The 17 SDGs are:
  1. No Poverty
  2. Zero Hunger
  3. Good Health and Well-Being
  4. Quality Education
  5. Gender Equality
  6. Clean Water and Sanitation
  7. Affordable and Clean Energy
  8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
  9. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  10. Reduced Inequalities
  11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
  12. Responsible Consumption and Production
  13. Climate Action
  14. Life Below Water
  15. Life on Land
  16. Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
  17. Partnerships for the Goals
• All UN member countries, including India, have aligned their national policies and budgets with the SDGs.
• The United Nations Sustainable Development Report annually evaluates each country’s progress toward achieving these targets.
• In India, NITI Aayog’s SDG Index monitors state and UT performance, with Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Himachal Pradesh emerging as top performers in sectors like education, healthcare, and renewable energy.
• Achieving the full agenda by 2030 poses challenges, especially post-COVID-19, which reversed progress in poverty reduction, health improvement, and gender equality.
• The SDG framework emphasizes people, prosperity, and peace, promoting global collaboration for a sustainable and inclusive world.

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Sergio Gor Sworn In as US Ambassador to India

• On November 11, 2025, Sergio Gor officially assumed office as the United States Ambassador to India, in a ceremony graced by President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance.
• At 38 years old, Gor brings strong political and administrative credentials, having served as the Director of Presidential Personnel.
• His focus areas include enhancing Indo-Pacific security, expanding bilateral trade, and diversifying supply chains between the two nations.
• His appointment underscores the S. commitment to deepening defence, digital, and economic ties with India.

COP30 Summit Brings Nearly 200 Nations Together for Climate Action

• COP30, the 30th Conference of the Parties to the UNFCCC, convenes nearly 200 nations to discuss and implement concrete measures against climate change.
• The summit aims to transform global climate pledges into actionable outcomes, focusing on real-world implementation of the Paris Agreement.
• Host Country: Brazil
  • Host City: Belém (Amazon rainforest region)
  • Dates: 10–21 November 2025
  • Leaders’ Summit: 6–7 November 2025
  • Venue: Hangar Convention and Fair Centre of the Amazon, Belém
• The location highlights the critical role of forests—especially the Amazon—in global climate regulation and biodiversity preservation.
• The event’s theme emphasizes Implementation, Inclusion, and Innovation, reinforcing commitments to ecosystem protection and community empowerment.

Denmark to Enforce Social Media Ban for Children Under 15

• The Government of Denmark announced a policy to ban social media use for children below 15 years, effective November 2025.
• The rule, overseen by the Ministry of Digitalization, allows parental approval for children aged 13 and above, subject to a case-specific review.
• The decision seeks to shield minors from harmful online exposure, digital exploitation, and commercial manipulation.
• It will become one of Europe’s strictest online child-safety laws, inspired by Australia’s 2024 regulation banning access for those under 16.
• In Australia, non-compliance by platforms such as TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X, and Instagram could result in fines up to 50 million AUD.

Egypt’s Western Desert Becomes Key Natural Gas Exploration Hub

• Egypt’s Western Desert is emerging as a major center for natural gas exploration, significantly enhancing national energy output.
• The Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources confirmed fresh gas discoveries in the Badr 15 region, targeting the Lower Bahariya reservoir.
• Initial production capacity from the field stands at 16 million cubic feet per day (mcf/d).
• The newly discovered reserves are projected to add around 15 billion cubic feet (bcf) to Egypt’s overall natural gas reserves, bolstering domestic energy security.

DEFENCE NEWS

INS Sahyadri Participates in Exercise Malabar-2025 at Guam

• The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Sahyadri is stationed at Guam, in the Northern Pacific, to partake in the multinational naval Exercise Malabar-2025.
• The participation reinforces India’s strategic partnerships, focusing on interoperability, maritime coordination, and regional security cooperation.
• INS Sahyadri, a guided missile stealth frigate, represents India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision through indigenous design and construction.
• The vessel has previously participated in multiple bilateral and multilateral exercises.
• The Harbour Phase involves operational planning, communication synchronization, familiarisation visits, and sports engagements among participating nations.
• The subsequent Sea Phase will feature complex naval drills like anti-submarine warfare, joint fleet maneuvers, gunnery operations, and aerial exercises.

Navy Day 2025 to be Celebrated in Thiruvananthapuram

• Navy Day 2025 will be observed on December 4 at Shangumugham Beach, Thiruvananthapuram, featuring a grand operational demonstration.
• This marks the continuation of the Navy’s initiative to celebrate outside traditional naval bases, with past events held in Puri and Sindhudurg.
• The event will highlight indigenous naval capabilities, aligning with the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’
• The day commemorates the Indian Navy’s decisive role during the 1971 Indo-Pak War, especially the successful Operation Trident on Karachi Harbour.

BOOKS AND AUTHORS

Sahitya Akademi Publishes Hindi Translation of Lithuanian Novel “The Last Day” as “Antim Din”

• The Sahitya Akademi, under the Ministry of Culture, launched the Hindi translation of the Lithuanian novel “The Last Day”, titled “Antim Din”, at Rabindra Bhawan, New Delhi, in collaboration with the Embassy of Lithuania.
• The 250-page novel, written by Jaroslavas Melnikas, a Lithuanian-Ukrainian author, has been translated into Hindi by Poonam Tiwari.
• The narrative explores existential and philosophical themes related to human identity, change, and cultural evolution.
• This represents the first-ever Lithuanian fiction to be translated into Hindi, marking a milestone in India–Lithuania literary collaboration.
• Sahitya Akademi President Madhav Kaushik described the event as a historic occasion for Hindi literature, emphasizing the Akademi’s goal of bridging linguistic and cultural divides.
• The book launch saw participation from literary experts, diplomats, and scholars, promoting cross-cultural understanding through literature.
• The initiative strengthens global literary harmony by introducing Indian readers to diverse world literatures, expanding India’s cultural diplomacy.

IMPORTANT DAYS

World Pneumonia Day 2025 – “Every Breath Matters”

• World Pneumonia Day 2025 was observed on November 12 under the theme “Every Breath Matters.”
• The campaign calls for stronger healthcare systems, vaccine accessibility, and adequate oxygen supply, as pneumonia remains the leading infectious cause of death among children under five.
• Despite being preventable and treatable, the disease continues to impact millions, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
• The 2025 observance highlights prevention through immunization, timely diagnosis, oxygen availability, and equitable healthcare.
• In India, programs like Mission Indradhanush, Poshan Abhiyaan, and the National Health Mission (NHM) continue to support efforts to reduce child mortality from pneumonia.

National Education Day 2025 – Honouring Maulana Abul Kalam Azad

• National Education Day 2025 was celebrated on November 11, commemorating the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India’s first Education Minister.
• A prominent freedom fighter and senior leader of the Indian National Congress, Azad played a foundational role in shaping India’s modern education system post-independence.
• The day was first observed in 2008, initiated by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (now the Ministry of Education).
• The inaugural event took place on 11 November 2008 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, inaugurated by President Pratibha Patil.
• During his tenure exceeding ten years, Azad established major institutions including the University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
• The day celebrates his enduring contributions to education, science, and cultural progress in India.