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International News

India to Establish West Africa’s First IIT Campus in Nigeria Under NEP 2020 Vision

• India continues to strengthen its global educational presence as Nigeria prepares to host West Africa’s very first Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) campus.
• This initiative aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which promotes the international expansion of Indian higher education institutions.
• Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, announced the development in collaboration with the Indian High Commission in Abuja.
• The proposed IIT will operate from the Federal Government Academy (FGA), Suleja, which will be upgraded into a premier centre with support from India.
• The model mirrors the IIT Madras–Zanzibar campus, where India will offer academic expertise, faculty support, and training, while Nigeria provides infrastructure and logistics.
• IIT Nigeria is part of India’s broader internationalisation strategy that includes campuses in Zanzibar (2023) and Abu Dhabi (2024), and planned expansions to Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, Thailand, and the UK.

3rd International Ayurveda Conference Concludes in Sao Paulo, Brazil

• The 3rd International Ayurveda Conference was inaugurated by Dinesh Bhatia, India’s Ambassador to Brazil, in Sao Paulo.
• The conference was jointly organised by the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC) and Conayur Sao Paulo (Conselho Nacional de Ayurveda).
• Conducted between 14–15 November 2025, the event commemorated 40 years of Ayurveda practice in Brazil.
• Brazil stands as the first South American nation to officially recognise Ayurveda.
• The purpose of the conference was to enhance India–Brazil cooperation in traditional medicine and holistic wellness systems.
• The 2025 theme, “Diversity and Inclusion in Ayurveda: Caring for Everybody and Every Being,” highlighted inclusive healthcare approaches.
• The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) served as the patron for the event.
• Participants included Ayurveda scholars, integrative health specialists, researchers, students, and regulators from Latin America and India.
• The WHO–Ministry of AYUSH Global Summit on Traditional Medicine is scheduled to be held in New Delhi from 17–19 December 2025.

Cervical Cancer Causes Over 3.5 Lakh Global Deaths Annually: WHO

• On the first-ever World Cervical Cancer Elimination Day, WHO reported that cervical cancer causes more than 3.5 lakh global deaths annually.
• Nearly 90% of these deaths occur in low- and middle-income nations, even though the disease is largely preventable through HPV vaccination and early screening.
• India records over 80,000 new cases every year. The HPV vaccine is not yet part of the nationwide Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP), although states like Sikkim and Bihar have started limited deployment.
• Low-cost innovations such as AIIMS’ ₹100 rapid screening kit are improving early detection and supporting efforts to achieve the global elimination goals of 90–70–90.

Business News

Lxme Launches India’s First Women-Exclusive UPI Platform ‘LxmePay’

• Lxme has unveiled LxmePay, India’s first UPI payment platform designed solely for women, encouraging thoughtful and disciplined financial behaviour.
• The app aims to address women’s challenges with instant UPI payments, including the tendency to overspend, limited transaction tracking, and lack of meaningful rewards.
• Unlike typical cashback-driven applications, LxmePay offers digital gold as a reward for every transaction — even for incoming payments — helping women accumulate long-term savings.

Gold Imports Surge to Record USD 14.72 Billion in October 2025

• India witnessed a threefold spike in gold imports, reaching a historic USD 14.72 billion in October 2025 due to festive and wedding season demand.
• This surge pushed the national trade deficit to its highest-ever level of USD 41.68 billion.
• Key suppliers included Switzerland (40%), the UAE (16%), and South Africa (10%).
• Gold prices rose to ₹1.29 lakh per 10 grams in Delhi.
• Despite robust domestic consumption, gems and jewellery exports declined by 29.5%.
• Silver imports also increased significantly by 528.7% to USD 2.71 billion, reflecting intensified industrial usage.

Awards News

Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 Honour Nation-Builders

• The Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 were held at Ramoji Film City on 17 November, celebrating seven exemplary individuals who contributed to nation-building across fields such as journalism, rural upliftment, technology, culture, women empowerment, and youth leadership.
• The event commemorated the legacy of Sri Ramoji Rao and included the release of the Ramoji Dictionary, underscoring his devotion to language, culture, and knowledge advancement.
• Prominent national dignitaries attended the ceremony, which highlighted values of service, creativity, and national progress.

National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025 Announced

• The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD) declared the National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025 on National Milk Day (26 November).
• The awards honour outstanding dairy farmers, cooperatives, and artificial insemination technicians (AITs) for excellence in indigenous breeds, innovation, and efficient breeding.
• Winners in the farmer and cooperative categories receive up to ₹5 lakh, while AITs are awarded certificates and mementos.

Thota Tharani Receives France’s Prestigious Chevalier Award

• Renowned art director Thota Tharani has been bestowed the Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters) by the French government.
• The award ceremony took place on 13 November 2025 at Alliance Française, Chennai.
• Tharani, whose illustrious career spans over four decades, is celebrated for his work in iconic films like Nayakan, Sivaji, and Ponniyin Selvan.
• He now joins prominent Indian recipients such as Kamal Haasan and Aishwarya Rai.

Appointments News

Keerthy Suresh Appointed UNICEF India’s Celebrity Advocate

• National Award–winning actress Keerthy Suresh has been named UNICEF India’s Celebrity Advocate.
• In this role, she will promote child rights and highlight the importance of mental and emotional well-being.
• UNICEF India praised her strong public connect and dedication to social causes.
• Keerthy emphasised the crucial need for nurturing environments that allow every child to grow and thrive.

Defense News

India–UK Joint Military Exercise ‘AJEYA WARRIOR-25’ Begins

• The eighth edition of the India–UK military exercise AJEYA WARRIOR-25 commenced on 17 November 2025 at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan.
• A total of 240 soldiers from both nations are participating under a UN-mandated counter-terrorism training structure.
• The exercise focuses on semi-urban warfare, mission planning, and improving joint tactical capabilities, with India’s Sikh Regiment leading the effort.

Indian Navy Unveils Crest of Mahe-Class Warship

• The Indian Navy has revealed the crest of INS Mahe, the lead vessel of the Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft.
• The crest showcases the traditional Urumi sword from Kerala’s martial arts, symbolising precision, stealth, and lethal capability.
• Ocean waves in the design highlight India’s maritime vigilance.
• Named after the historic town of Mahe, the warship carries the motto “Silent Hunters”, reflecting its specialised role in shallow-water anti-submarine operations.
• The ship will be commissioned in Mumbai and supports the Aatmanirbhar Bharat defence initiative.

Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya & DRDO Sign MoU on Advanced Defence Tech

• Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) and DRDO signed a Memorandum of Understanding on 17 November 2025 in New Delhi.
• The collaboration aims to advance smart defence technologies, secure chip design, encryption systems, and logistics-related research.
• The partnership envisions joint R&D efforts, training programmes, capacity-building initiatives, and expert workshops.
• This effort seeks to merge civilian logistics knowledge with defence innovation to boost India’s self-reliance in advanced security technologies.

Sports News

Oscar Piastri Wins Don Award 2025

• Australian Formula One driver Oscar Piastri has received the Don Award 2025, the highest sporting honour bestowed by the Sport Australia Hall of Fame.
• The recognition came just before the Las Vegas Grand Prix, applauding his exceptional 2025 F1 season and his growing stature as an inspirational figure in Australian sports.

Marco Bezzecchi Wins MotoGP 2025 Finale in Valencia

• Marco Bezzecchi secured victory in the MotoGP 2025 Valencia Finale, marking a historic achievement as the first Aprilia rider to claim back-to-back victories.
• He finished third overall in the 2025 championship.
• Starting from pole, he successfully defended his lead from Raul Fernandez and Fabio Di Giannantonio.
• Alex Marquez wrapped up a strong season, while Marc Marquez remained absent due to injury.
• The race emphasised Aprilia’s increasing competitiveness and the rise of new MotoGP challengers ahead of 2026.

India Tops Asian Archery Championships 2025

• India dominated the Asian Archery Championships 2025 held in Dhaka, finishing at the top of the medals table with a record 10 medals, including 6 gold.
• Ankita Bhakat and Dhiraj Bommadevara won historic individual recurve golds, ending South Korea’s 12-year supremacy.
• India secured major victories across team recurve and compound divisions, signalling the nation’s expanding talent pool.
• The performance reflects enhanced training, infrastructure, and strong youth development programmes in Indian archery.

Important Days

World COPD Day 2025 – Observed on 19 November

• World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day 2025 is observed on 19 November, the third Wednesday of November.
• COPD refers to Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease.
• The theme for 2025 is “Short of Breath, Think COPD.”
• First observed in 2002, the day now involves activities in over 50 countries to spread awareness and educate communities.
• The event is organised annually by GOLD (Global Initiative for Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease), which also selects the theme and drives global advocacy for early diagnosis and action.

International Men’s Day 2025 – Observed on 19 November

• International Men’s Day 2025 is celebrated on 19 November with the theme “Celebrating Men and Boys.”
• The day recognises the significant roles, contributions, and achievements of men and boys across family, society, community, and the nation.
• The idea was first proposed in 1968 by American journalist John P. Harris, highlighting the need to focus on men’s well-being.
• In the early 1990s, Thomas Oaster of the Missouri Center for Men’s Studies encouraged observances in the U.S., Australia, and Malta during February.
• After a couple of years, most celebrations declined, except in Malta.
• Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh revived the observance by selecting 19 November — his father’s birthday and the date of a unifying football event — as the official day.
• Over time, nations globally adopted this date, with Malta also shifting its observance to 19 November.

World Toilet Day 2025 – Observed on 19 November

• World Toilet Day 2025 is observed on 19 November to generate awareness and mobilise action toward resolving the global sanitation crisis and achieving Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation for All) by 2030.
• The day was founded by Singaporean philanthropist Jack Sim, who created the World Toilet Organization on 19 November 2001.
• The observance emphasises not only toilet facilities but also comprehensive sanitation systems including wastewater management, stormwater handling, and hygiene practices.
• SDG 6 stresses safe waste processing. Global sanitation efforts were further reinforced in 2010.
• In 2013, Singapore and the World Toilet Organization introduced a UN resolution titled “Sanitation for All”, which led to World Toilet Day becoming an official UN observance, supported by 122 countries.

National News

India Notifies New Data Privacy Rules: DPDP 2025

• The Government of India released the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules 2025 on 14 November 2025, marking the complete rollout of the DPDP Act 2023.
• The rules establish a citizen-focused framework for safeguarding personal data and ensuring responsible digital usage.
• The regulations include an 18-month phased compliance timeline, mandatory consent notifications, data breach reporting norms, citizen digital rights, and grievance redress mechanisms.
• A digital-only Data Protection Board has also been formalised.
• Penalties for major violations can reach up to ₹250 crore.

Sixteenth Finance Commission Submits Report for 2026–31 to the President

• The Sixteenth Finance Commission (XVIFC), led by Dr. Arvind Panagariya, has submitted its report for the period 2026–31 to the President of India.
• The recommendations include distribution of taxes, grants-in-aid, local body funding, and disaster management financing.
• It outlines both vertical and horizontal devolution of resources and proposes performance-based grants targeting education, health, sanitation, and green initiatives.
• The report was prepared following extensive consultations with the Centre, state governments, experts, institutions, and local bodies.
• It comprises two volumes and will be presented in Parliament under Article 281.