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NATIONAL

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin Visits India (Dec 4–5, 2025)

President Putin concluded a two-day India visit focusing on defence, nuclear, and strategic cooperation. Both nations discussed RELOS, energy security and long-term defence manufacturing. The visit strengthened India–Russia ties amid shifting global dynamics.

Indian Army Scales Mount Kangto for the First Time

The Indian Army successfully completed the first-ever ascent of Mount Kangto, Arunachal Pradesh’s highest peak. The mission involved extreme weather and rugged terrain, making it a notable mountaineering achievement. It also enabled mapping of remote border regions.

DRDO Hands Over 7 Indigenous Technologies to Armed Forces

DRDO transferred seven new defence technologies under the Technology Development Fund scheme. These include advanced surveillance, weapon systems and communication tools. The initiative boosts India’s defence indigenisation efforts.

INTERNATIONAL

Niger Becomes First African Country to Eliminate River Blindness

Niger achieved the milestone of eliminating onchocerciasis, also known as river blindness. WHO praised the country for its sustained public-health efforts. It is the first in Africa and fifth globally to achieve this.

Canada Removes Syria from Terrorism Support List

Canada announced the removal of Syria from its list of terrorism-supporting states. The government also revoked the terror designation of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). The move marks a major shift in Canada’s foreign policy stance.

World Athletics Awards 2025 Announce Winners

Sweden’s Armand Duplantis and USA’s Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won World Athlete of the Year titles. Both remained undefeated throughout the 2025 season. The ceremony celebrated record-breaking performances across global athletics.

ECONOMY

Fitch Releases Global Economic Outlook December 2025

Fitch Ratings published its latest GEO report indicating moderate global growth recovery. It highlighted inflation easing in major economies but flagged geopolitical uncertainties. India remained among the world’s fastest-growing economies.

Kalshi Founder Luana Lopes Lara Becomes Youngest Woman Billionaire

Brazilian entrepreneur Luana Lopes Lara, 29, entered the billionaire club after her fintech Kalshi hit USD 11 billion valuation. She is now the world’s youngest self-made woman billionaire. Her company specialises in prediction-based financial products.

RRVL Appoints Jeyandran Venugopal as First CEO

Reliance Retail Ventures Limited named Jeyandran Venugopal as its first-ever President & CEO. The move aims to strengthen leadership in India’s largest retail business. His appointment signals RRVL’s aggressive expansion plans.

SPORTS

GM Arjun Erigaisi Wins Jerusalem Masters 2025

Indian chess star Arjun Erigaisi defeated Viswanathan Anand to win the Jerusalem Masters title. He showcased consistent brilliance throughout the tournament. The win strengthens his global chess standing.

5th KIUG 2025 Concludes in Rajasthan

The fifth edition of the Khelo India University Games was held in Rajasthan with major participation from universities across the country. Multiple disciplines witnessed record performances. The event promotes India’s grassroots sports ecosystem.

India–Malaysia Joint Exercise ‘Harimau Shakti’ Begins

The bilateral military exercise began in Rajasthan to strengthen tactical coordination. Both armies trained in jungle warfare and counter-terror operations. It boosts defence cooperation between the nations.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Raajmarg Infra InvIT Gets SEBI Approval

SEBI granted in-principle approval for registering the Raajmarg Infra Investment Trust. The InvIT aims to modernise and manage national highway infrastructure. The approval improves India’s infra-financing ecosystem.

RailTel Signs Agreement with Nokia

RailTel partnered with Nokia to upgrade its national long-distance and metro optical networks. The upgrade will improve high-speed connectivity and telecom capacity. It supports India’s growing digital infrastructure needs.

Regional AI Impact Conference Held in Meghalaya

Shillong hosted the Regional Artificial Intelligence Impact Conference 2025. The event prepares groundwork for the India–AI Impact Summit 2026. Experts discussed responsible AI, future skills and digital governance.

PERSON IN NEWS

Frank Gehry Passes Away at 96

Legendary architect Frank Gehry, known for Guggenheim Bilbao and Disney Concert Hall, passed away at 96. His innovative, sculptural style reshaped modern architecture. His death marks the end of a visionary era.

Former Mizoram Governor Swaraj Kaushal Passes Away

Swaraj Kaushal, former Governor of Mizoram and senior advocate, passed away at 73. He was celebrated for his legal contributions and public service. Leaders across India paid tribute to his legacy.

Vikram Sahu Appointed CEO of Bank of America India

RBI approved the appointment of Vikram Sahu as CEO of Bank of America N.A. in India. He will serve a three-year term. His leadership is expected to strengthen BOA’s India operations.

SUMMITS / CONFERENCES

Conference on AI & DPI for Viksit Bharat Held in New Delhi

NISG and MeitY organised a major conference on using AI and Digital Public Infrastructure for national development. The event featured discussions on governance, skilling and digital innovation. EY participated as the Knowledge Partner.

Swachhata Startup Conclave Launches 2nd Startup Cohort

MoHUA and SIIC-IIT Kanpur launched the second cohort of sanitation and waste-management startups. The conclave encouraged innovation in cleanliness and urban sustainability. It aims to accelerate solutions under Swachh Bharat Mission.

SIPRI Releases Top 100 Arms-Producing Companies 2024 Report

SIPRI published its annual fact sheet highlighting global defence manufacturers. The report analysed arms production trends amid rising geopolitical tensions. It revealed shifts in global arms market leadership.

MISCELLANEOUS

Bharat Taxi Launched as Cooperative Ride-Hailing Platform

Bharat Taxi was launched under the Ministry of Cooperation as an alternative to Ola and Uber. It aims to promote cooperative-led digital mobility. The platform is supported by the National e-Governance Division.

India Launches DigiLocker Paperless Passport Verification

MEA and MeitY jointly launched a digital verification system for passport documents using DigiLocker. This enables faster, paperless and contactless verification. It enhances citizen convenience nationwide.

FPO Shakti Model Launched for Farmer-Producer Organisations

Vrutti and HSBC India jointly introduced ‘FPO Shakti’, a new financing model for FPOs. It provides stage-wise funding to strengthen farmer collectives. The initiative supports rural entrepreneurship and financial access.

BANKING & FINANCE

Fino Payments Bank Gets RBI Nod to Become SFB

Fino Payments Bank became India’s first to get RBI approval for conversion into a Small Finance Bank. This will enable the bank to offer credit, loans and advanced banking services. It strengthens financial inclusion goals.

PNB Launches Premium RuPay Metal Credit Card ‘Luxura’

PNB unveiled its new high-end RuPay Metal Credit Card offering travel, lifestyle and insurance perks. It caters to customers seeking premium benefits. The card also strengthens RuPay’s presence in the premium segment.

NPCI International Signs MoU with ACLEDA Bank (Cambodia)

NIPL signed an MoU with Cambodia’s ACLEDA Bank to enable QR-based cross-border payments. Indian visitors will be able to pay using UPI QR systems. The move enhances India’s digital payments footprint globally.

IMPORTANT DAYS

Armed Forces Flag Day – 7 December

India observed Armed Forces Flag Day to honour martyrs and support the welfare of serving personnel, veterans and their families. Citizens contributed to the Flag Day Fund. The day reflects national gratitude for the Armed Forces.

International Civil Aviation Day – 7 December

This day raises global awareness about the importance of international aviation in economic and social development. ICAO highlights sustainable growth of the aviation sector each year. Events worldwide promote safer and greener aviation.

Constitution Day of India – 26 November (added for relevance)

India celebrated Constitution Day to honour the adoption of the Constitution in 1949. Schools and institutions conducted reading of the Preamble and awareness events. The day promotes constitutional values and democracy.