📌 One-Liners
- Scroll the categories (they may change daily).
- Read the bold title then the short sub-line for context.
- Watch for acronyms—today’s quiz/notes expand them.
🧠 Mini-Quiz
- Answer the 3 MCQs without peeking.
- Tap Submit to reveal answers and explanations (no JS needed).
- Note why an option is correct—this locks facts into memory.
📒 Short Notes
- Read the 3 compact explainers—each builds on a different topic.
- Use them for a quick recap or add to your personal notes.
- Great for mains/PI: definitions, timelines, and “why it matters”.
🌍 International News
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IIT Campus in Nigeria under NEP 2020India to set up West Africa’s first IIT at FGA Suleja; follows IIT Zanzibar model to advance globalisation of Indian education.
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3rd International Ayurveda Conference – BrazilSao Paulo hosted the conference promoting India–Brazil collaboration in Ayurveda with theme on diversity & inclusion.
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WHO on Cervical CancerWHO reported cervical cancer causes 3.5 lakh+ annual deaths, 90% in LMICs; India boosts screening with ₹100 AIIMS kit.
💼 Business News
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LxmePay – Women-Exclusive UPIIndia’s first women-only UPI app, rewarding every transaction with digital gold to promote mindful financial habits.
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Gold Imports Hit Record HighGold imports surged to USD 14.72 bn, raising trade deficit to record USD 41.68 bn; silver imports also spiked sharply.
🏆 Awards
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Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025Honoured seven nation-builders; event highlighted Ramoji Rao’s legacy and launched the Ramoji Dictionary.
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National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025Recognised top dairy farmers & cooperatives for excellence in indigenous breeds and breeding innovation.
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Thota Tharani – Chevalier AwardVeteran art director Thota Tharani honoured with France’s Chevalier of Arts & Letters for four decades of cinematic artistry.
👤 Appointments
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Keerthy Suresh – UNICEF India AdvocateActor Keerthy Suresh appointed UNICEF Celebrity Advocate to promote child rights & emotional well-being.
🛡️ Defence
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Exercise AJEYA WARRIOR-25India–UK conducted joint military drill focusing on semi-urban counter-terror operations and tactical interoperability.
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INS Mahe Crest UnveiledIndian Navy revealed crest featuring the Urumi sword, symbolising precision & stealth of Mahe-class ASW warship.
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GSV–DRDO MoUGati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya & DRDO partnered to develop smart defence tech, chip design & advanced encryption.
🏅 Sports
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Oscar Piastri Wins Don AwardF1 driver Oscar Piastri received Australia’s highest sporting honour, recognising his standout 2025 season.
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Marco Bezzecchi Wins MotoGP FinaleBezzecchi secured Valencia Finale, becoming first Aprilia rider with back-to-back wins, finishing 3rd overall.
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India Leads Asian Archery 2025India topped the medals tally with 10 medals (6 gold), ending South Korea’s 12-year dominance in recurve events.
🗓️ Important Days (Nov 19)
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World COPD Day 2025Observed with theme "Short of Breath, Think COPD", emphasising global awareness and early diagnosis efforts.
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International Men’s Day 2025Celebrated with theme "Celebrating Men and Boys", highlighting men’s contributions & well-being.
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World Toilet Day 2025Observed to promote SDG 6: Clean Water & Sanitation, rooted in Jack Sim’s World Toilet Organization initiative.
🇮🇳 National News
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DPDP Rules 2025 NotifiedIndia implemented DPDP Rules with digital rights, consent norms, breach protocols, and penalties up to ₹250 crore.
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Sixteenth Finance Commission ReportXVIFC recommendations include tax devolution, performance-based grants, and resource sharing for 2026–31.
🧠 Mini-Quiz: Add to Your Knowledge (3 MCQs)
📒 Short Notes: Why Stop at One-Liners?
World Health Organization (WHO) on Cervical Cancer Global Health
What: The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates cervical cancer kills over 3.5 lakh women annually worldwide, with nearly 90% of deaths in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).
How: Prevention focuses on human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, regular screening, and early treatment; India is adding low-cost screening tools like the ₹100 kit developed by All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).
Why: Cervical cancer is highly preventable, so scaling screening and vaccination can sharply cut mortality, especially in LMICs such as India where late diagnosis and limited access to care remain major barriers.
Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) & Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) MoU Defence Tech
What: Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on defence-focused research and capacity building.
How: The tie-up covers smart defence technologies, semiconductor and chip design, advanced encryption, and specialised training programmes for students and defence scientists.
Why: Linking a sectoral university with DRDO strengthens the innovation pipeline, supports Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence, and ensures a steady stream of skilled engineers for future-ready military systems.
World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day 2025 Important Day
What: World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Day is observed annually to raise awareness about COPD, a progressive lung disease that makes breathing difficult.
How: The 2025 theme “Short of Breath, Think COPD” encourages early symptom recognition, spirometry testing, and better management of risk factors such as tobacco smoke and household air pollution.
Why: COPD is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, especially in developing countries; awareness campaigns help push for early diagnosis, affordable inhaled therapies, and stronger public health interventions.