25th November 2025

1. India hosts the 7th NSA-level meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave in New Delhi
2. UNEP’s Global Sustainable Cooling Report 2025
3. Global Methane Status Report 2025
4. Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems 2025 Report
5. Climate Risk Index(CRI) 2026
6. State of the Global Climate Update from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
7. FAB and Hub71 collaborate with the UAE–India CEPA Council to assist Indian start-ups
8. S&P Global Ratings maintains India’s FY26 GDP projection at 6.5%
9. LG Electronics and Amazon enter a Wi-Fi patent licensing agreement
10. Sunil Paliwal is named the new Chairman of IWAI
11. Oman prepares to launch its first communications satellite, ‘OmanSat-1’
12. India clinches the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup
13. World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day 2025 – November 19
14. World Fisheries Day 2025 – November 21
15. International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women – November 25
16. Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano erupts after 12,000 years, sending ash toward India
17. India placed 36th in the Global Commitment to Development Index (CDI)
18. Max Verstappen triumphs at the Las Vegas Grand Prix
19. IIM Ranchi secures AMBA accreditation and receives four Palmes in the Eduniversal rankings
20. Lakshya Sen wins the Australian Open Super 500 title
21. Jammu & Kashmir to conduct its first auction of limestone blocks
22. Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 set to commence on December 2
23. Bollywood’s ‘He-Man’ Dharmendra passes away at 89
24. Indian Railways crosses 1 billion tonnes of freight loading in FY 25-26
25. Justice Surya Kant takes oath as India’s 53rd Chief Justice
26. India, Australia, and Canada announce the ACITI partnership
27. Key points of the Constitution 131st Amendment Bill placing Chandigarh under Article 240
28. G20 Summit issues a joint declaration despite objections from the US
29. PM Modi announces six global initiatives at the G20 Johannesburg Summit
30. India wins the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup

National News

1. 7th NSA Meeting of Colombo Security Conclave Held in New Delhi

• What:
  • The 7th National Security Adviser (NSA) level meeting of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) was held in New Delhi with NSA Ajit Doval hosting counterparts from Maldives, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh; Seychelles participated as an Observer and Malaysia as a Guest.
• Why:
  • The meeting aimed to promote closer cooperation on security and strengthen partnerships for regional security in the Indian Ocean Region.
• Tell me more:
  • The CSC was formed to enhance regional security and signed its Founding Documents in Sri Lanka in August 2024.
  • Members discussed ways to improve cooperation through training and capacity building.
  • Seychelles was welcomed as a full member of the CSC during the meeting.

Source: MEA NOA

2. India-UAE Startup Series Strengthens Economic Diplomacy

• What:
  • The India-UAE Startup Series, launched in June 2025, has attracted over 10,000 startup founders across diverse sectors in India, turning economic diplomacy into real business opportunities.
• Why:
  • The initiative aims to link India’s talent pool with UAE’s strategic capital and global reach to boost innovation, startup growth, and global expansion.
• Tell me more:
  • The Series is organized by the UAE-India CEPA Council (UICC) with the UAE Embassy in India, focusing on supporting Indian startups in fintech, deep-tech, agri-tech, health-tech, clean energy, logistics, and advanced manufacturing.
  • Abu Dhabi-based tech ecosystem Hub71 and First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) have joined as partners to provide incubation, mentorship, market access, and trade facilitation.
  • Twenty startups were selected for the Series finale in New Delhi on November 25, 2025, with five chosen to expand globally using the UAE as a launchpad.
  • India is the third-largest startup ecosystem worldwide with over 159,000 recognized ventures, while Abu Dhabi is the fastest growing startup ecosystem in the Middle East and North Africa, creating about USD 4 billion in ecosystem value from 2021 to 2023.
  • India-UAE bilateral trade reached USD 100 billion in 2025, up from USD 73 billion in 2022 after the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) came into effect.

Source: TW

3. IIM Ranchi Receives Prestigious AMBA Accreditation

• What:
  • IIM Ranchi was accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), placing it among the top two percent of global business schools meeting high global standards.
• Why:
  • The accreditation certifies that IIM Ranchi demonstrates exceptional quality in pedagogy, curriculum innovation, learning experience, and career impact.
• Tell me more:
  • IIM Ranchi also received 4 Palmes of Excellence in the Eduniversal Best Business Schools Ranking 2025, highlighting its strong and growing international influence.
  • The Eduniversal ranking considers global influence, internationalization, academic reputation, and institutional partnerships across 154 countries and over 1,000 business schools.
  • The institute, along with IIM Kashipur, Raipur, and Tiruchirappalli, launched the Joint Admission Process (JAP) 2026 for MBA admissions, with IIM Raipur coordinating the process.
  • The 4 Palmes of Excellence are awarded by the Eduniversal International Scientific Committee and endorsed by global peer voting by Deans.

Source: IE

4. Cummins India’s REDEFINE 2025 B-School Competition Held

• What:
  • Cummins India successfully concluded ‘REDEFINE 2025’, its annual B-school case study competition, with Team Crow from IIM Ranchi winning the championship and Team Visioners from ISB Mohali as runners-up.
• Why:
  • The competition aimed to explore innovative and sustainable models addressing challenges in the energy value chain.
• Tell me more:
  • Team Crow from IIM Ranchi won both the competition and the social media video contest for highest engagement.
  • The six finalist teams represented top institutes including IIM Ranchi, IIM Shillong, IIM Tiruchirappalli, ISB Mohali, IIM Lucknow, and IIFT Delhi.
  • 6453 students from 2151 teams across 19 premier B-schools participated, with six finalists competing at Cummins India’s Pune campus.

Source: TOI

5. Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership Announced

• What:
  • India, Australia, and Canada announced a new trilateral framework called the Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership to enhance cooperation in critical and emerging technologies.
• Why:
  • The partnership aims to expand cooperation in key technology and innovation sectors to build a secure, sustainable, and resilient technological ecosystem.
• Tell me more:
  • The partnership focuses on areas including clean energy, diversified and resilient supply chains, especially for critical minerals, and accelerating development and adoption of artificial intelligence to improve citizens’ lives.
  • ACITI will leverage the technological and industrial strengths of all three countries while supporting shared objectives like achieving net-zero emissions and supply-chain diversification.
  • Officials from India, Australia, and Canada will meet in the first quarter of 2026 to advance the initiative further.
  • The launch of ACITI aligns with India’s push for global technology partnerships and strengthening supply-chain security through multilateral frameworks at the G20 Summit.

Source: NOA

6. Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill Not Planned for Winter Session

• What:
  • The Ministry of Home Affairs clarified the central government has no intention to introduce the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill in the upcoming Winter Session of Parliament.
• Why:
  • The Bill, still under consideration, aims to simplify the central government’s law-making process for the Union Territory (UT) of Chandigarh without changing its governance or administrative structure.
• Tell me more:
  • The Bill proposes to bring Chandigarh under Article 240 of the Constitution, allowing the president to legislate for Chandigarh, similar to other UTs without legislatures.
  • This move could restore Chandigarh’s status to having an independent administrator like before when it had its own chief secretary.
  • Article 240 empowers the president to make regulations for peace, progress, and good governance in specified UTs, but this ceases if a legislature under Article 239A is established.
  • The government has listed this Bill provisionally for the Winter Session starting December 1 but reassured no final decision is taken on its introduction.

Source: TOI

State News

1. Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0 to Promote Tamil Learning in North India

• What:
  • The fourth edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam (KTS 4.0) will begin on December 2, focusing on helping students from North India, especially Uttar Pradesh, learn Tamil through new language-learning programmes in Tamil Nadu.
• Why:
  • The initiative aims to strengthen linguistic and cultural bonds between Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh by encouraging students to learn and experience Tamil language and traditions.
• Tell me more:
  • The Ministry of Education announced that KTS 4.0 will introduce “Tamil Karpom,” a new programme supported by the Central Institute of Classical Tamil (CICT), Chennai, to teach Tamil to North Indian students through immersive learning.
  • Under the “Tamil Karkalam” campaign, 50 Hindi-knowing Tamil teachers will be deployed to schools in Varanasi to introduce Tamil through activity-based learning.
  • The programme will conclude with a valedictory function in Rameswaram and include the Agasthya Expedition tracing the journey from Tenkasi to Kashi, scheduled from December 2 to 10.

Source: TOI

International News

1. Oman Launches First Communications Satellite OmanSat-1

• What:
  • Oman launched its first-ever communications satellite, OmanSat-1, developed with Airbus Defence and Space to enhance high-speed, secure communications and build a national space program.
• Why:
  • The satellite aims to strengthen Oman’s digital sovereignty and provide secure, independent communications services across Oman and the wider region.
• Tell me more:
  • OmanSat-1 is based on Airbus’ OneSat platform with full digital flexibility and will operate in the Ka frequency band, covering Oman and parts of the Middle East, East Africa, and Asia.
  • The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MTCIT) signed a cooperation agreement with Airbus Defence and Space for the design, manufacture, and launch of OmanSat-1.
  • Space Communications Technologies, owned by Oman Investment Authority, will manage the project and operate the satellite post-launch with a dedicated Project Management and Follow-up Office.

Source: TOI

2. G20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa

• What:
  • PM Narendra Modi called for a global compact to prevent misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) and announced a joint initiative with Italy to combat financing of terrorism during the G20 Summit in Johannesburg.
• Why:
  • The global compact aims to ensure human-centric and safe use of AI, while the India-Italy initiative strengthens the fight against terrorism financing to enhance global security.
• Tell me more:
  • PM Modi emphasized that AI applications should be global and based on open source rather than exclusive models, also calling for strict restrictions on AI misuse in deepfakes, crime, and terror.
  • The India-Italy Joint Initiative to Counter Financing of Terrorism focuses on deepening cooperation in bilateral, global, and multilateral platforms including the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and Global Counter Terrorism Forum (GCTF).
  • PM Modi met Canadian PM Mark Carney and they agreed to deepen cooperation in defence and space sectors along with trade, investment, technology, energy, and education.
  • The G20 summit draft, prepared without U.S. input, focused on climate change, green energy transition, and debt relief for developing countries, reflecting a commitment to multilateralism.
  • PM Modi presented India’s six-point agenda at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, including proposals for AI regulation, drug trafficking, healthcare, Africa’s skills development, traditional knowledge, satellite data, and critical minerals.
  • Modi called for a global AI compact focusing on human-centric, transparent, and accountable AI, highlighting the dangers of abuse in deepfakes, crime, and terrorism.
  • He proposed a G20 Initiative on Countering the Drug-Terror Nexus and a G20 Global Healthcare Response Team ready for crisis deployment.
  • To support Africa’s development, Modi suggested a G20 Africa-Skills Multiplier Initiative for building a future-ready workforce.

Source: TH HT

Banking and Economy

1. LG Electronics Signs Patent Deal with Amazon for Wi-Fi Technology

• What:
  • LG Electronics signed a patent licensing agreement with Amazon, allowing Amazon to use LG’s Wi-Fi standard-essential patents in its connected products.
• Why:
  • The deal strengthens LG’s position in global technology standards and recognises its contribution to Wi-Fi technology.
• Tell me more:
  • The company aims to expand its patent portfolio into areas like 6G communication, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and vehicle-to-everything connectivity.

Source: ANI

2. Indian Railways Crosses 1-Billion-Tonne Freight Loading Mark

• What:
  • Indian Railways’ cumulative freight loading crossed the 1-billion-tonne mark, reaching 1020 Million Tonnes (MT) as of 19 November 2025.
• Why:
  • The achievement demonstrates Indian Railways’ growing operational efficiency and its vital role in supporting India’s industrial and economic growth.
• Tell me more:
  • Daily freight loading averaged 4.4 MT this year, up from 4.2 MT last year, showing steady performance and sustained demand.
  • Freight loading between April and October 2025 reached 935.1 MT, compared to 906.9 MT during the same period last year, indicating year-on-year growth.
  • To optimise cement logistics, Railways introduced the Policy for Bulk Cement Terminals and rationalised container rates for cement transport to cut costs and save time.

Source: PIB

Reports and Indices

1. UNEP’s Global Sustainable Cooling Report 2025

• What:
  • The latest global report highlights that sustainable cooling is essential to tackle rising heat, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and ensure access to affordable, efficient cooling solutions.
• Why:
  • The aim is to build climate resilience, cut emissions from the cooling sector, reduce energy demand, and promote equitable access to cooling worldwide.
• Tell me more:
  • In 2022, GHG emissions from refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment were estimated at 4.1 billion tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO₂e), with one-third from refrigerant leakage and two-thirds from energy use.
  • Without action, global cooling emissions could reach 7.2 billion tons of CO₂e by 2050 under the Business-as-Usual (BAU) Cooling Pathway, but could reduce to 2.6 billion tons CO₂e under the Sustainable Cooling Pathway.
  • Around 134 countries have integrated cooling into their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), National Adaptation Plans (NAPs), Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategies (LT-LEDS), or energy plans.
  • Passive cooling measures can reduce building temperatures by about 2.2°C and save up to 29% in energy, yet only 19 countries mandate shading features in building codes.
  • The Sustainable Cooling Pathway could save 8,500 TWh of electricity annually by 2050, valued at USD 1.3 trillion per year, and avoid up to USD 26 trillion in infrastructure investment.

Source: UN

2. Global Methane Status Report 2025

• What:
  • The Global Methane Status Report launched at COP30 shows progress since the 2021 Global Methane Pledge but says more efforts are needed to meet the 30% methane reduction target by 2030.
• Why:
  • The aim is to accelerate methane emission cuts to slow climate warming, improve air quality, protect health, crop yields, and meet global climate goals.
• Tell me more:
  • Methane emissions are still rising but new waste regulations and slower gas market growth have reduced projected 2030 emission levels compared to earlier forecasts.
  • National Methane Action Plans and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) could cut methane emissions by 8% by 2030 if fully implemented.
  • Energy sector offers 72% of methane reduction potential, followed by waste (18%) and agriculture (10%), with over 80% of cuts possible at low cost.
  • Full methane reduction implementations could prevent over 180,000 premature deaths and avoid 19 million tonnes of crop losses annually by 2030.
  • Seventy-two percent of mitigation potential lies in G20+ countries, with a possible 36% emissions reduction by 2030.

Source: UN

3. Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems 2025 Report

• What:
  • The Global Status of Multi-Hazard Early Warning Systems 2025 report shows 119 countries now have such systems, a 113% increase in 10 years, but gaps remain especially in small island developing States.
• Why:
  • The report aims to support the UN’s Early Warnings for All initiative to protect every person on Earth with early warning systems by 2027 to reduce disaster risks and losses.
• Tell me more:
  • Comprehensiveness of warning systems improved by 45% globally, with Africa showing the highest progress of 72% but still having the lowest scores overall.
  • Early warning systems reduce disaster-related deaths by nearly six times in countries with strong capabilities compared to those with limited capabilities.
  • Emerging hazards like extreme heat, wildfires, and glacial lake outburst floods need better inclusion as many current systems are unequipped for these threats.
  • Less than one-third of countries have strong capabilities in risk knowledge, the foundation for effective warning systems, though it improved by 16% since 2022.

Source: UN WMO

4. Climate Risk Index(CRI) 2026

• What:
  • India is among countries facing continuous climate threats, experiencing over 400 extreme weather events including floods, cyclones, droughts, and heat waves between 1995 and 2024.
• Why:
  • The ongoing and frequent climate events cause repeated socio-economic stress, showing that climate change is making extreme weather a new normal in India.
• Tell me more:
  • In 2024, heavy monsoon rains caused severe floods and landslides affecting over eight million people in Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Tripura.
  • India ranks as the 9th most affected country by climate risk from 1995 to 2024, and is among the top 20 most affected countries in 2024 alone, reflecting continuing vulnerability.
  • Major past disasters include cyclones (Gujarat 1998, Odisha 1999, Hudhud 2014, Amphan 2020), floods (1993, Uttarakhand 2013, 2019), and heat waves with temperatures reaching 50°C.
  • India’s vulnerability is structural, spanning floods, cyclones, heat waves, droughts, landslides, and extreme rainfall annually across different regions.
  • The Climate Risk Index (CRI) methodology factors in both absolute and relative impacts, and India ranks high in both.

Source: GW

5. WMO’s State of the Global Climate Update 2025

• What:
  • The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) report states 2025 will be among the warmest years on record, continuing a streak of rising global temperatures and climate threats.
• Why:
  • The report informs COP30 discussions and aims to support climate action by providing scientific evidence on heat, greenhouse gases, sea ice loss, sea level rise, extreme events, and progress on early warning systems.
• Tell me more:
  • The global average temperature for January to August 2025 was 1.42°C above pre-industrial levels, with 2023-2025 being the warmest three-year period recorded.
  • Arctic and Antarctic sea ice extents hit record lows, glaciers continue to lose mass, and sea-level rise nearly doubled its rate in recent years.
  • Concentrations of major greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide reached record highs in 2024 and are expected to rise further in 2025.
  • Extreme weather in 2025 caused widespread social and economic disruption worldwide, emphasizing the importance of climate-informed services like multi-hazard early warning systems (MHEWSs), which have more than doubled in coverage since 2015 but still lack coverage in 40% of countries.
  • National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) have expanded climate services for sectors like agriculture, water, health, and energy from 35% to nearly two-thirds in five years.

Source: WMO

6. Commitment to Development Index 2025

• What:
  • The Commitment to Development Index (CDI) 2025 ranks countries based on their effort to support global development, and India is positioned at 36th place.
• Why:
  • The index aims to evaluate countries’ commitment to development through policies like development finance, trade, migration, environment, health, security, and technology.
• Tell me more:
  • India performs well in the Environment category, ranking 8th with low emissions per capita, but has the most room for improvement in trade, development finance, investment, migration, and security, where it ranks among the worst six countries.
  • Sweden is ranked first overall, retaining its top position for the second time, excelling in environment, development finance, and health.
  • Countries like the United States and China are ranked 28th and 34th respectively, while Luxembourg has improved the most since the last index, jumping four ranks to 10th.
  • The index assesses eight policy components, including investment, trade, and global public goods, to measure overall commitment to development.
  • India Category-wise Ranking 2025:

Source: IE

GDP Forecasts

1. S&P Global Ratings Retains India’s Growth Forecast at 6.5% for FY26

• What:
  • S&P Global Ratings has kept India’s economic growth forecast unchanged at 6.5 percent for the current fiscal year and projected 6.7 percent growth for the next fiscal year.
• Why:
  • The agency said that recent income tax cuts, reduction in Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates, and monetary policy easing will help support consumption-driven growth.
• Tell me more:
  • S&P expects India’s economy to grow by 6.5 percent in fiscal year 2026 (ending March 2026) and 6.7 percent in fiscal year 2027.
  • India’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew 7.8 percent in the April–June quarter of the current fiscal year, the fastest in five quarters.
  • The National Statistical Office (NSO) will release official estimates for the July–September quarter on November 28, while a poll by ET of 12 economists shows a median forecast of 7.3 percent for that quarter.
  • The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has projected India’s growth at 6.8 percent in the current fiscal, an improvement from 6.5 percent in the previous year.

Source: ET

Important Days

1. World Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Day 2025 – November 19

2. World Fisheries Day 2025 – November 21

• What:
  • The Department of Fisheries celebrated World Fisheries Day 2025 in New Delhi, releasing the National Framework on Traceability in Fisheries and Aquaculture 2025 and unveiling key SOPs and guidelines to improve fisheries infrastructure and value addition.
  • India’s Theme: India’s Blue Transformation: Strengthening Value Addition in Seafood Exports
• Why:
  • To modernize fisheries infrastructure, support sustainability, and enhance value addition in seafood exports.
• Tell me more:
  • The National Traceability Framework aims to enable digital tracking of seafood from farm to consumer using blockchain, IoT, QR codes, and GPS.
  • India doubled fish production from 96 lakh tonnes to 195 lakh tonnes in the past decade with investments of ₹38,572 crores under schemes like PMMSY (Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana).
  • Seafood exports reached 16.85 lakh tonnes in FY 2024-25, an 88% increase over the last decade, with a future export target of ₹1 lakh crores by 2030.

Source: PIB

3. International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women – November 25

• UN Focus: Digital violence is real violence. There is #NoExcuse for online abuse

Source: UN

Sports

1. India Wins First Women’s T20 Blind Cricket World Cup

• What:
  • India won the first-ever Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind by defeating Nepal by seven wickets in the final held in Colombo.
• Why:
  • The tournament showcased India’s dominance and promoted the growth and recognition of women’s blind cricket internationally.
• Tell me more:
  • India’s bowlers restricted Nepal to 114 runs, and the batters achieved the target quickly, reaching 100 runs in just 10 overs.
  • Opener Phula Saren played a key role with 44 runs off 27 balls and bowling three overs for 20 runs, earning Player of the Match.
  • India remained undefeated throughout the tournament, including strong wins against Sri Lanka, Australia, and Pakistan.
  • The team’s performance featured excellent fielding, sharp bowling, and consistent batting, leading to comprehensive victories.

Source: IT

2. Max Verstappen Dominates Las Vegas Grand Prix 2025

• Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand Prix 2025, marking his second victory in four races and continuing his dominance as a four-time reigning Formula 1 champion.
• The Las Vegas circuit, part of the iconic Strip, has become a stronghold for Verstappen, with victories in 2023 and now in 2025.

Source: TOI

3. Lakshya Sen Wins Super 500 Australian Open Title

• Lakshya Sen won the Super 500 Australian Open at Sydney, defeating Yushi Tanaka in the final.
• This is Sen’s third Super 500 title and his second final win this year after losing in Hong Kong.

Source: IE

4. India Wins Ninth Asia Cup Title Beating Pakistan

• What:
  • India won the Asia Cup 2025 final by defeating Pakistan by 5 wickets in a thrilling match held in Dubai.
• Why:
  • India chased down Pakistan’s target of 147 runs, led by Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 runs, showcasing composure and resilience.
• Tell me more:
  • India recovered from an early loss of three wickets for 20 runs to execute a successful chase.
  • Kuldeep Yadav was India’s best bowler with 4 wickets for 30 runs and was the tournament’s highest wicket-taker with 17 wickets.
  • The win marked India’s ninth Asia Cup crown and their second in T20 format.

Source: PIB

Appointments

1. Sunil Paliwal Appointed as IWAI Chairman

• What:
  • Sunil Paliwal, Chairperson of Chennai Port Authority and Kamarajar Port Limited (KPL), has been appointed as Chairman of the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI).
• Tell me more:
  • Sunil Paliwal will serve in the rank and pay of Secretary to the Government of India.
  • The post of IWAI Chairman has been temporarily upgraded to the Secretary level.

Source: HBL

2. Justice Surya Kant Sworn In As 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI)

• What:
  • Justice Surya Kant took oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, succeeding Justice BR Gavai who retired on 23 November.
• Why:
  • He has been appointed the Chief Justice to lead the Supreme Court and uphold the rule of law during his tenure of over 14 months, till 9 February 2027.
• Tell me more:
  • Justice Surya Kant is the first judge from Haryana to become CJI and is the youngest of five siblings, born in Hisar district, Haryana.
  • He is a first-generation lawyer in his family and completed his education including LLB from Maharishi Dayanand University (MDU), Rohtak, and LLM from Kurukshetra University.
  • He was the youngest advocate general of Haryana at age 38, became a judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court in 2004, then served as Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court and became Supreme Court judge in May 2019.

Source: LM

Miscellaneous

1. Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi Volcano Erupts Affecting India

• What:
  • The Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia erupted after nearly 12,000 years, and ash plumes carried by strong winds reached India, affecting air quality and flight operations in Delhi.
• Why:
  • The eruption caused ash clouds to drift over multiple Indian states, posing risks to aviation safety and impacting air conditions.
• Tell me more:
  • Ash clouds traveled from Ethiopia across the Red Sea, Yemen, Oman, and the Arabian Sea to western and northern India including Gujarat, Rajasthan, Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab.
  • The volcano is located in Ethiopia’s Afar region in the Rift Valley, rising about 500 meters, and had no known eruptions during the Holocene epoch (~12,000 years).
  • Elevation: about 493 m (1,617 ft) above sea level.
  • Volcano type: a shield volcano, with a symmetrical scoria cone sitting in a summit graben structure.
  • Tectonic setting: Located in the East African Rift system where the Nubian, Somali and Arabian plates meet (a triple junction).

Source: NDTV

2. Veteran Bollywood Actor Dharmendra Passes Away at 89

• The actor, known as the “He-Man of Bollywood,” was born Dharmendra Deol in Sahnewal village, Ludhiana district, Punjab, in 1935, and would have turned 90 on December 8 this year.
• Dharmendra was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2012 and won a National Award for the film Ghayal under the category “Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.”
• He founded Vijayta Films in 1983, launching his son Sunny Deol with Betaab (1983), and later produced films like Ghayal, Barsaat, and Pal Pal Dil Ke Paas.
• He served as a Member of Parliament from Bikaner, Rajasthan, between 2004 and 2009 but did not return to politics afterward.
• His last film appearance was in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, and his upcoming film Ikkis is set to release in December.

Source: IE

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