Weekly Current Affairs 17–23 Nov 2025 | National, International, Defence, Sports, Awards & Punjab Affairs PDF

Every week brings with it stories of courage, innovation, and change—stories that remind us why we prepare, why we dream, and why we never give up. From India’s strides in science and diplomacy to the sacrifices remembered in our history, each headline is more than just news—it is a lesson, a spark, a reminder that the world is moving forward and you, the aspirant, are preparing to be part of that movement.

This Weekly Current affairs, as India signs global deals, pioneers gene‑editing therapies, and honors cultural legacies, the message is clear: the future belongs to those who stay informed, stay inspired, and stay determined. These current affairs are not just facts to memorize—they are windows into the challenges and opportunities you will one day face as leaders, officers, and changemakers.

So read with heart, not just with mind. Let every event fuel your perseverance, let every achievement remind you of your own potential, and let every challenge strengthen your resolve. Because your journey is not just about clearing an exam—it is about becoming the voice of tomorrow.

National Affairs

India Signs LPG Import Deal with US

India has signed a one‑year agreement with the United States to import Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG). This deal is significant for several reasons:

• Energy Security: India is one of the world’s largest consumers of LPG, widely used for cooking fuel in households and industries. By diversifying its import sources, India reduces dependence on traditional suppliers in the Middle East.
• Strategic Diversification: Importing LPG from the US strengthens India’s energy basket, ensuring supply stability even during geopolitical tensions. It also reflects India’s strategy of building multiple supply chains to avoid disruptions.
• Economic Impact: A steady supply of LPG helps stabilize domestic prices, benefiting millions of households under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), which provides subsidized LPG connections to rural families.
• Diplomatic Dimension: The deal highlights growing India–US cooperation in energy trade, complementing their strategic partnership in defence, technology, and climate initiatives.
• Global Context: With rising global energy demand and volatility in oil markets, India’s move to secure LPG imports from the US shows proactive planning to meet its energy needs while balancing affordability and sustainability.

Latest US‑related current affairs

Indian-Origin Leaders in US Mayoral & State Elections

New York City

• Zohran Mamdani elected Mayor (Nov 2025) – A 34‑year‑old democratic socialist, Mamdani became the first Muslim and Indian‑origin mayor of New York City, defeating Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa.
• Previous Mayor: Eric Adams (2022–2025) – A Democrat, Adams was the 110^th mayor of NYC before Mamdani’s victory.

Cincinnati, Ohio

• Aftab Pureval re‑elected Mayor (Nov 2025) – Son of a Punjabi father and Tibetan mother, Pureval secured his second term. He is Cincinnati’s first Asian‑American mayor, symbolizing resilience and representation.

Virginia

• Ghazala Hashmi elected Lieutenant Governor (Nov 2025) – Born in Hyderabad, India, Hashmi became the first Muslim and South Asian American elected to statewide office in Virginia, marking a milestone in inclusive governance

Afghanistan’s Minister Visits India – Detailed Notes for Aspirants

• Who visited?
  Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi, Afghanistan’s Minister of Industry and Commerce, arrived in New Delhi on 19 November 2025 for a five‑day official trip.
• Purpose of the visit:
  • To reset bilateral economic engagement that had stalled since the Taliban takeover in 2021.
  • To reactivate historic trade relations in investment, connectivity, and industrial cooperation.
  • To attend the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025, meeting Indian officials and business leaders.
• Recent India–Afghanistan Developments:
  • India announced plans to restart air cargo corridors between Kabul, Delhi, and Amritsar, bypassing Pakistan’s blocked land routes.
  • Both countries agreed to appoint commercial attachés in each other’s capitals to strengthen trade facilitation.
  • India restored its Embassy operations in Kabul earlier in October 2025, signaling full diplomatic engagement.

Static GK for Exams

• Capital of Afghanistan: Kabul
• Currency of Afghanistan: Afghani (AFN)
• Key Indian Projects in Afghanistan: Zaranj–Delaram Highway, Afghan Parliament building, Salma Dam (India–Afghanistan Friendship Dam).

1600 Series Adopted for Official Calls

• What happened? The Government of India has introduced the 1600 series of phone numbers to be used exclusively by Banks, NBFCs (Non‑Banking Financial Companies), and Mutual Funds for making service and transactional calls to customers.
• Why is this important?
  • Consumer Protection: Helps citizens easily identify genuine calls from financial institutions, reducing risks of fraud and phishing.
  • Standardization: Creates a uniform calling series across the financial sector, improving trust and transparency.
  • Regulatory Oversight: Ensures compliance with telecom and financial regulations, making institutions accountable for customer communication.

India’s First Indigenous CRISPR Gene Editing Therapy

• What is CRISPR? CRISPR refers to Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats. It is a revolutionary gene‑editing technology that allows scientists to make precise modifications to DNA.
• India’s Breakthrough (Nov 2025): For the first time, the Government of India has begun indigenous CRISPR‑based therapy to treat sickle cell disease.
  • Doctors collect a patient’s blood.
  • Stem cells carrying the sickle mutation are isolated.
  • The faulty gene is edited and corrected using CRISPR.
  • Corrected cells are reinfused into the patient.
  • Once inside the body, these edited cells generate healthy red blood cells, addressing the disease at its root.
• Where was it developed? At the Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB), New Delhi, under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

PM Pays Tribute to Sathya Sai Baba – Centenary Celebrations

• Event: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the birth centenary celebrations of Sathya Sai Baba at Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh.
• Tribute: He paid homage to the spiritual leader, acknowledging Sathya Sai Baba’s lifelong message of service, compassion, and unity.
• Commemorative Releases:
  • A special ₹100 coin was unveiled.
  • A set of postal stamps was issued to mark the centenary, symbolizing national recognition of his legacy.

Natural Farming Summit 2025

• Alongside the centenary celebrations, the PM also inaugurated the South India Natural Farming Summit 2025 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
• Focus: Promoting chemical‑free, sustainable agriculture that respects soil health and biodiversity.
• Exhibition: An agricultural exhibition showcased innovative practices, tools, and farmer success stories in natural farming.

Static GK for Exams

• Sathya Sai Baba: Spiritual leader born in 1926, founder of the Sathya Sai Organization, known for humanitarian work in education, health, and water supply.
• Puttaparthi: Town in Andhra Pradesh, home to Prasanthi Nilayam Ashram.
• Natural Farming: Linked to initiatives like Bharatiya Prakritik Krishi Paddhati (BPKP) under Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana.

16^th India–Australia Foreign Ministers’ Framework Dialogue

• Event: Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong arrived in New Delhi to participate in the 16^th India–Australia Foreign Ministers’ Framework Dialogue (FMFD).
• Purpose:
  • To strengthen bilateral ties in trade, defence, education, and technology.
  • To discuss regional security in the Indo‑Pacific, with focus on maritime cooperation and countering emerging threats.
  • To review progress under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) signed in 2020.
• Key Themes Discussed:
  • Economic Cooperation: Expanding trade under the India–Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA).
  • Defence & Security: Enhancing collaboration through Malabar naval exercises and defence technology sharing.
  • Education & People‑to‑People Ties: Strengthening student exchanges and research partnerships.
  • Climate & Energy: Cooperation in renewable energy, critical minerals, and sustainable technologies.

Static GK for Exams

• Australia’s Capital: Canberra
• Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
• Foreign Minister: Penny Wong
• India–Australia CSP (2020): Elevated ties to comprehensive strategic partnership.
• Indo‑Pacific Context: India and Australia are key members of the QUAD grouping (with US and Japan), making this dialogue crucial for regional security.
• Economic Angle: ECTA aims to boost bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, highlighting India’s growing global economic role.

44^th India International Trade Fair

• Venue & Dates: Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi | 14–27 November 2025.
• Theme: Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat – promoting unity in diversity and self‑reliance.
• Focus State: Jharkhand, showcasing tribal art forms like Sohrai painting and handicrafts.
• Partner State: Odisha, with Mission Shakti and ORMAS highlighting rural women’s handicrafts and self‑help group products.
• International Participation: Pavilions from Turkey, Tunisia, Iran, Afghanistan, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Egypt, reflecting India’s global trade ties.
• Cultural Showcase: Folk dances, musical performances, and live craft demonstrations created a “Mini India” experience.
• Financial Literacy Pavilion: SEBI and AMFI organized events to spread awareness about investments and mutual funds.

Static GK for Exams

• Organizer: India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO).
• Edition: 44^th IITF.
• First IITF: 1980, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
• Significance: One of Asia’s largest trade fairs, combining B2B (business days) and B2C (public days).

Kiren Rijiju Celebrates Chindang Festival in Arunachal Pradesh

• Event: Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju visited Ditchik village in Arunachal Pradesh to participate in the Chindang festival, a traditional post‑harvest agricultural celebration.
• About Chindang:
  • It is a major festival of the Sajolang (Miji) tribe in Arunachal Pradesh.
  • Celebrated after the harvest season, it expresses gratitude to nature and ancestral spirits for a good yield.
  • Rituals include offerings, community feasts, folk dances, and prayers for prosperity.
• Significance of the Visit:
  • Showcases the government’s commitment to preserving tribal culture and traditions.
  • Highlights the importance of agriculture and community bonding in the socio‑cultural life of Arunachal Pradesh.
  • Strengthens the connection between national leadership and local communities.

Static GK for Exams

• Festival: Chindang (post‑harvest festival of Sajolang/Miji tribe).
• CM: Pema Khandu
• Governor: Lt General Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik
• Union Minister: Kiren Rijiju (Parliamentary Affairs).
• Capital of Arunachal Pradesh: Itanagar.

Major Festivals of Arunachal Pradesh

• Solung:
  • Celebrated by the Adi tribe.
  • Marks the beginning of the harvest season.
  • Rituals include animal sacrifices, prayers for prosperity, and community feasts.
• Dree:
  • Celebrated by the Apatani tribe.
  • A harvest festival where prayers are offered to agricultural deities for a bumper crop.
  • Rituals include sacrifices of fowls, eggs, and animals to appease deities.
• Mopin:
  • Celebrated by the Galo tribe.
  • Aimed at driving away evil spirits and ensuring prosperity and good harvests.
  • Rituals include smearing rice powder on faces and performing traditional dances.
• Losar:
  • Celebrated by the Monpa tribe.
  • Marks the Tibetan New Year (usually in February/March).
  • Involves prayers, hoisting religious flags, and cultural performances to welcome the new year.
• Boori Boot:
  • Celebrated by the Nyishi tribe.
  • Dedicated to the spirit of Boori Boot, believed to grant health, happiness, and prosperity.
  • Rituals include community gatherings, dances, and offerings.

International Affairs

Japan Woman Marries AI‑Created Partner

• Event: In a first‑of‑its‑kind social development, a 32‑year‑old Japanese woman named Kano married her AI‑created partner “Lune Klaus”, designed using ChatGPT technology.
• Location: The marriage ceremony took place in Okayama, Japan.

Static GK for Exams

• Capital of Japan: Tokyo
• Currency: Japanese Yen (JPY)
• Prime Minister (2025): Sanae Takaichi (first woman PM)
• Emperor: Naruhito
• Royal Family Note: Prince Hisahito’s adulthood is a significant succession milestone.

7^th Meeting of National Security Advisors – Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)

• Event: India hosted the 7^th Meeting of National Security Advisors (NSAs) of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) in November 2025.
• Participants:
  • Member Countries: India, Bangladesh, Maldives, Mauritius, Sri Lanka.
  • Observer: Seychelles.
  • Guest Country: Malaysia.
• Focus Areas Discussed:
  • Maritime Security: Enhancing cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) to counter piracy, illegal fishing, and trafficking.
  • Counter‑Terrorism: Sharing intelligence and strengthening joint mechanisms against terrorism and radicalization.
  • Cyber Security: Collaboration on cyber defence, data protection, and resilience against digital threats.

Static GK for Exams

• CSC Origin: Initially a trilateral grouping (India, Sri Lanka, Maldives) in 2011; expanded later to include Mauritius and Bangladesh.
• Headquarters: Colombo, Sri Lanka.
• Objective: Regional security cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.
• India’s Role: Lead country for maritime security and counter‑terrorism pillars.

External Affairs Minister Inaugurates Two New Indian Consulates in Russia

• Event:External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar formally inaugurated two newly established Consulates General of India in Russia.
• Locations:
  • Yekaterinburg – a major industrial and cultural hub in the Ural region.
  • Kazan – capital of Tatarstan, known for its academic institutions and diverse cultural heritage.
• Existing Consulates: Until now, India had consulates in St. Petersburg and Vladivostok, apart from the Embassy in Moscow.

Static GK for Exams

• Russia’s Capital: Moscow
• Currency: Russian Ruble (RUB)
• President (2025): Vladimir Putin
• India’s Diplomatic Presence in Russia:
  • Embassy: Moscow
  • Consulates: St. Petersburg, Vladivostok, Yekaterinburg, Kazan

Defence & Security

Army Plans Women Induction into Territorial Army (TA)

• Event: The Indian Army has announced plans to induct women officers into the Territorial Army (TA) for the first time, marking a historic step towards gender inclusion in India’s defence forces.
• About the Territorial Army (TA):
  • Raised as a “Citizen Soldiers Force”, allowing able‑bodied volunteers—particularly those overage for regular Army enrolment—to serve the nation in uniform.
  • Current strength: Around 5,000 personnel.
  • Established under the Territorial Army Act on 18 August 1948.
  • Formally inaugurated by C. Rajagopalachari, the first Indian Governor‑General, on 9 October 1949.
• Role of TA:
  • Supports the regular Army in relieving soldiers from static duties.
  • Provides aid during natural disasters, internal security duties, and essential services.
  • Includes volunteers from diverse professions—doctors, engineers, civil servants, and corporate employees.

Static GK for Exams

• TA Motto: “Savdhani Va Shoorta” (Vigilance and Valor).
• Nature: Part‑time voluntary force, not a full‑time occupation.
• Eligibility: Citizens between 18–42 years, employed in civilian professions.
• Historic Note: TA units have participated in 1962, 1965, and 1971 wars, and in Operation Pawan (Sri Lanka) and Operation Rakshak (J&K).

INS Mahe – India’s Third Sub‑Hunting Warship

• Event: The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Mahe, an Anti‑Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW‑SWC), on the Malabar Coast.
• Classification: ASW‑SWC vessels are designed for coastal defence, specializing in detecting and neutralizing enemy submarines in shallow waters.
• Series Milestone:
  • INS Arnala – commissioned in June 2025.
  • INS Androth – commissioned in October 2025.
  • INS Mahe – will be the third warship of this class, strengthening India’s anti‑submarine fleet.

Static GK for Exams

• INS Arnala: Named after Arnala Island (Maharashtra), commissioned June 2025.
• INS Androth: Named after Androth Island (Lakshadweep), commissioned October 2025.
• INS Mahe: Named after Mahe (Union Territory enclave in Kerala), to be commissioned on Malabar Coast.
• ASW‑SWC Role: Protects coastal waters, harbours, and sea lanes from submarine threats.
• Builder: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.

Army Validates New Battle Architecture – Exercise Poorvi Prachand Prahar

• Event: The Indian Army validated a new battle architecture during the high‑altitude exercise Poorvi Prachand Prahar in Arunachal Pradesh.
• Objective: To test integrated combat units capable of operating in extreme terrain and countering modern threats like drones and long‑range artillery.

Newly Validated Units

1. Bhairav Battalion
   • Strength: ~250 highly trained personnel.
   • Composition: Drawn from infantry, artillery, air defence, and signals.
   • Role: Multi‑skilled, integrated teams for cohesive action in high‑altitude warfare.
2. Divyastra Battery
   • A modern artillery unit.
   • Integrates long‑range guns, surveillance drones, loitering munitions, and anti‑drone systems.
   • Role: Provides precision firepower and aerial surveillance, countering both conventional and drone threats.
3. Ashni Unit
   • Equipped with surveillance drones and loitering munitions (kamikaze drones).
   • Role: Enhances real‑time battlefield intelligence and precision strikes against enemy positions.

Static GK for Exams

• Location: Arunachal Pradesh (high‑altitude terrain along the Line of Actual Control).
• Loitering Munitions: Drones that hover before striking targets, also called kamikaze drones.
• Significance of Exercise: Demonstrates India’s ability to adapt to modern warfare technologies in mountainous regions.

France–Ukraine Rafale Deal

• Agreement Signed: On 17 November 2025, French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a defence pact in Paris.
• Scope of Deal:
  • Up to 100 Rafale fighter jets (Dassault Rafale F4 variant).
  • Drones, radar systems, and SAMP/T air‑defence batteries.
  • Advanced guided weapons and UAVs.
• Timeline: Deliveries will extend until 2035, with drones and interceptors expected to reach Ukraine earlier.
• Strategic Context:
  • Comes amid Russia’s continued missile and drone attacks.
  • Sweden also pledged 150 fighter jets, showing Europe’s united support for Ukraine.
  • Macron emphasized this as a long‑term commitment, while Zelenskyy called it “historic for both nations.”

Static GK for Exams

• Dassault Rafale: French twin‑engine multirole fighter aircraft.
• France’s Capital: Paris | Currency: Euro (€).
• Ukraine’s Capital: Kyiv | Currency: Hryvnia (UAH).
• SAMP/T: Surface‑to‑Air Missile Platform/Terrain, a European air‑defence system.

Ajeya Warrior‑25 Exercise

• Venue & Dates: Mahajan Field Firing Ranges, Rajasthan | 17–30 November 2025.
• Edition: 8^th edition of the biennial exercise (started in 2011).
• Participants: 240 personnel – equal representation from the Indian Army (Sikh Regiment) and the British Army.
• Focus: Counter‑terrorism operations in semi‑urban settings under a UN mandate.
• Training Modules:
  • Joint mission planning at Brigade level.
  • Integrated tactical drills.
  • Simulation‑based scenarios.
  • Company‑level field training exercises replicating real‑life contingencies.
• Objective: Sharing best practices, enhancing tactical proficiency, and developing coordinated responses for complex operations.

Static GK for Exams

• Exercise Name: Ajeya Warrior (India–UK).
• First Held: 2011, biennial format.
• Indian Representation: Sikh Regiment in 2025 edition.
• Mandate: Conducted under United Nations framework.
• Other India–UK Defence Engagements: Konkan naval exercise, Indra Dhanush air exercise.

US Sells NASAMS to Taiwan – $700 Million Deal

• Event: The United States approved the sale of the National Advanced Surface‑to‑Air Missile System (NASAMS) to Taiwan, worth $700 million.
• System Type: NASAMS is a medium‑range air defence system, jointly developed by Raytheon (USA) and Kongsberg Defence (Norway).
• Purpose:
  • To strengthen Taiwan’s air defence shield against cruise missiles, drones, and aircraft.
  • Enhances Taiwan’s ability to counter Chinese aerial threats in the Indo‑Pacific region.
• Regional Context:
  • In the Indo-Pacific region, Australia and Indonesia are the only countries currently operating NASAMS.
  • Taiwan becomes the third operator in the region, reflecting growing US defence outreach.
• Leadership Note: The deal was welcomed by Taiwanese President Lai Ching‑te, who emphasized its importance for national security and deterrence.

Static GK for Exams

• NASAMS: National Advanced Surface‑to‑Air Missile System.
• Developers: Raytheon (USA) + Kongsberg Defence (Norway).
• Operators in Indo‑Pacific: Australia, Indonesia, Taiwan.
• Taiwan’s Capital: Taipei.
• Taiwan’s Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (NTD).
• President (2025): Lai Ching‑te.

BSF Sets Up Hi‑Tech Research Hub at Gwalior

• Event: The Border Security Force (BSF) has established a Hi‑Tech Research Hub at its Academy in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.
• Collaboration: A formal pact was signed with IIT Madras to jointly develop advanced technologies for border management and security.
• Purpose of the Hub:
  • To integrate cutting‑edge research in surveillance, communication, and defence systems.
  • To develop AI‑based monitoring tools, drone technologies, and cyber‑security solutions for BSF operations.
  • To train BSF personnel in modern warfare technologies and digital defence systems.

Static GK for Exams

• BSF Formation: 1 December 1965, after the Indo‑Pak war.
• Motto: Duty Unto Death.
• Current DG (2025): Daljit Singh Chawdhary.
• BSF Academy: Located in Tekanpur, Gwalior (Madhya Pradesh).
• Role of BSF: India’s first line of defence on international borders, guarding Pakistan and Bangladesh frontiers.

Army to Hold First Official Commemoration of Operation Pawan

• Event: The Indian Army will hold the first official commemoration of Operation Pawan at the National War Memorial, New Delhi.
• Operation Pawan (1987–1990):
  • Carried out in Sri Lanka by the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF).
  • Objective: To enforce the Indo‑Sri Lanka Accord (1987) and disarm the LTTE (Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam).
  • Deployment: Nearly 70,000 Indian troops were sent to Sri Lanka.
  • Outcome: Though militarily effective, the operation faced political and diplomatic challenges, leading to IPKF withdrawal in 1990.

Static GK for Exams

• Operation Pawan: IPKF mission in Sri Lanka (1987–1990).
• Indo‑Sri Lanka Accord: Signed in 1987 by PM Rajiv Gandhi and Sri Lankan President J.R. Jayewardene.
• National War Memorial: Located near India Gate, New Delhi; inaugurated in 2019.
• Ashni Unit: Modern infantry component with drones + loitering munitions for precision warfare.

Sports

Dhruvh Goswami’s Triumph – 28th National Racing Championship

• Champion: Dhruvh Goswami (MSport team), Class 12 student of St. Joseph’s, Bengaluru.
• Category: LGB Formula 4 – India’s longest‑running single‑seater racing category.
• Venue: Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore.
• Date: Concluded on 17 November 2025.
• Performance: Goswami won three of the four races in the final round, including the 20‑lap finale, overtaking championship leader Diljith TS (Dark Don Racing).
• Significance: This was Goswami’s maiden National title, after winning the Rookie event in 2024.

Static GK for Exams

• National Racing Championship: Organized by JK Tyre Motorsport under FMSCI (Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India).
• Started: 1997, making it India’s premier racing championship.
• Venue Note: Kari Motor Speedway is one of India’s oldest permanent racing circuits.
• Other Champions in 2025:
  • Anish Shetty – Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup (second title).
  • Balaji Raju – Novice Cup.
  • Lokithlingeash Ravi – Levitas Cup.

Curaçao Qualifies for FIFA World Cup 2026

• Event: Curaçao, a Caribbean island nation, has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
• Historic Record:
  • With a population of just 156,000, Curaçao becomes the smallest nation ever to qualify for a FIFA World Cup.
  • This breaks the previous record held by Iceland (350,000), which qualified for the 2018 Russia World Cup.
• Political Status: Curaçao is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
• Significance:
  • Marks a milestone in Caribbean football history.
  • Showcases how small nations can achieve global recognition through sports.

Static GK for Exams

• Curaçao Capital: Willemstad.
• Currency: Netherlands Antillean Guilder (ANG).
• Population: ~156,000 (2025).
• Political Status: Autonomous territory under the Kingdom of the Netherlands.
• World Cup 2026 Hosts: USA, Canada, Mexico (first tri‑nation hosting).

Roger Federer – Hall of Fame Induction

• Election: Federer was the sole player to receive enough votes in the Player Category for the Hall of Fame’s Class of 2026.
• Eligibility Rule: Players become eligible five years after retirement; Federer retired in 2022.
• Career Achievements:
  • 20 Grand Slam singles titles – first male player to reach this milestone.
  • Career Grand Slam – one of only eight men to win all four majors.
  • 310 weeks as World No. 1, including a record 237 consecutive weeks.
  • 103 tour-level titles, second only to Jimmy Connors’ 109.
• Special Moment: Federer received the news at Swiss Tennis, where his career began, surrounded by young players and congratulated by Hall of Famers like Stefan Edberg and Boris Becker.

Static GK for Exams

• International Tennis Hall of Fame: Located in Newport, Rhode Island, USA.
• Founded: 1954.
• Purpose: Honors players and contributors who have made a lasting impact on tennis.
• Other Inductee (2026): Sportscaster Mary Carillo (Contributor Category).

Obituary

Paige Greco – Life and Achievements

• Paralympic Gold Medalist: Won Australia’s first gold medal at Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, breaking her own world record in the C1–3 3000m individual pursuit.
• Other Medals: Secured two bronze medals in the road race and time trial at Tokyo 2020.
• World Championships: Multiple‑time World Champion and World Cup medalist in para‑cycling.
• Condition: Born with cerebral palsy, she overcame challenges to become one of Australia’s most inspiring athletes.
• Recent Competition: Competed at the 2025 UCI Para‑Cycling Road World Championships, winning a bronze medal in the road race.
• Legacy: Remembered for her determination, kindness, and positive spirit, leaving a lasting impact on the sporting community.

Static GK for Exams

• Name: Paige Greco
• Country: Australia
• Sport: Para‑Cycling
• Paralympic Highlight: First gold medal for Australia at Tokyo 2020 Paralympics (C1–3 3000m pursuit).
• Age at Passing: 28 (November 2025).

Awards

6^th National Water Awards 2025

• Event: President Droupadi Murmu presented the ‘Jal Sanchay–Jan Bhagidari’ Awards at a ceremony in New Delhi.
• Best State Award:
  • Maharashtra – recognized as the Best State for water conservation and management.
  • Gujarat – secured the second position.
  • Haryana – ranked third.
• Theme: “Jal Sanchay–Jan Bhagidari” (Water Conservation through People’s Participation).
• Objective: To encourage community‑driven water management, sustainable practices, and innovation in water conservation.

Static GK for Exams

• National Water Awards: Instituted by the Ministry of Jal Shakti in 2018.
• Purpose: Recognize states, districts, organizations, and individuals for exemplary work in water resource management.
• Categories: Best State, Best District, Best Village Panchayat, Best NGO, Best Industry, Best Urban Local Body, etc.
• Previous Best State Winners:
  • 2019 – Tamil Nadu
  • 2020 – Mizoram
  • 2022 – Uttar Pradesh
  • 2023 – Madhya Pradesh

Dalai Lama 14^th Nominated for 68^th Grammy Awards

• Event: The 14^th Dalai Lama (Tenzin Gyatso) has been nominated for the 68^th Grammy Awards in the Best Audio Book category.
• Project Details:
  • Music composed by sarod maestro Amjad Ali Khan and his sons Amaan Ali Bangesh and Ayaan Ali Bangesh.
  • Production led by Kabir Sehgal, a Grammy Award‑winning producer.
• Significance: This nomination highlights the Dalai Lama’s contribution to spiritual dialogue through music and spoken word, blending Indian classical traditions with global peace messages.

Other Prestigious Awards Won by the 14^th Dalai Lama

• Nobel Peace Prize (1989) – for non‑violent struggle for Tibetan freedom and global peace.
• US Congressional Gold Medal (2006) – America’s highest civilian honor.
• Templeton Prize (2012) – for promoting interfaith dialogue and spiritual values.
• Liberty Medal (2015) – for human rights advocacy.
• Pacem in Terris Peace and Freedom Award (2019) – for peace and justice contributions.
• Gold Mercury Award for Peace and Sustainability (2025) – recognizing global leadership in sustainability and peace.

Static GK for Exams

• Dalai Lama 14^th: Spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, born in 1935.
• Grammy Awards: Prestigious US music awards, started in 1959.
• Best Audio Book Category: Recognizes excellence in spoken word recordings.
• Collaborators: Amjad Ali Khan (sarod maestro), Amaan & Ayaan Ali Bangesh (musicians), Kabir Sehgal (producer).

Punjab Affairs

Jitender Singh Shunty – New PHRC Member

• Appointment: The Punjab Government has appointed Jitender Singh Shunty as a member of the Punjab Human Rights Commission.
• Background:
  • Former Delhi MLA (Shahdara constituency).
  • Founder of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Sewa Dal, an NGO known for humanitarian services.
  • Recognized for performing dignified last rites of over 70,000 unclaimed bodies.
  • Provided lifesaving ambulance services, disaster‑relief operations, and record‑breaking blood donations.
• Awards & Recognition:
  • Padma Shri (2021) for humanitarian work.
  • Widely respected for his social service and community outreach.
• Political Journey:
  • Earlier associated with the BJP.
  • Joined the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in December 2024 ahead of Delhi Assembly elections.

Static GK for Exams

• Punjab Human Rights Commission (PHRC):
  • Created pursuant to the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
  • Headquarters: Chandigarh.
  • Role: Investigates human rights violations, educates citizens, and strengthens accountability.
• Human Rights Commissions in India:
  • National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) at the central level.
  • State Human Rights Commissions (SHRCs) at state level, including Punjab.

Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji – 350^th Martyrdom Anniversary

• Occasion: The Shaheedi Shatabdi (350^th anniversary) of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, revered as Hind Di Chadar (Shield of India).
• Venue: Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib, Anandpur Sahib, Punjab – one of the five Sikh Takhts.
• Celebrations:
  • Nagar Kirtans: Processions arrived from Srinagar, Faridkot, Talwandi Sabo, and Gurdaspur, converging at Anandpur Sahib.
  • Devotional Singing: Raagis recited Gurbani hymns invoking Guru Ji’s teachings.
  • Gatka Martial Art: Traditional Sikh martial art displays added grandeur.
  • Floral Welcome: Ministers and devotees showered rose petals as processions entered the holy city.
  • Kirtan Darbar: Organized by SGPC and Punjab Government, featuring renowned Raagis.

Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji – Historical Significance

• Ninth Sikh Guru (1621–1675).
• Martyred in Delhi (1675) for defending the religious freedom of Kashmiri Pandits against forced conversions.
• His sacrifice is remembered as a universal stand for human rights and liberty of conscience.
• Legacy Sites:
  • Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib (Delhi) – marks the site of his martyrdom.
  • Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib (Anandpur Sahib) – central to commemorations.

Punjab Removes NOC Requirement for Power Connections

• Event: The Punjab government has announced that No Objection Certificate (NOC) will no longer be required for new power connections in the state.
• Background:
  • In 2023, the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) had imposed a ban on granting power connections in colonies not approved by any government agency.
  • This was done under the Illegal Colonies Regulation Policy, 2018, which sought to regulate unauthorized colonies before granting them utilities.
• New Policy Shift:
  • The removal of the NOC requirement is aimed at simplifying access to electricity connections.
  • It benefits residents of unauthorized and unapproved colonies, ensuring they are not deprived of basic amenities.
  • The government is expected to continue regulating colonies separately, but power supply will not be withheld.

Static GK for Exams

• PSPCL: Punjab State Power Corporation Limited – responsible for power generation and distribution in Punjab.
• Illegal Colonies Regulation Policy, 2018: Introduced to regulate unauthorized colonies and bring them under legal frameworks.
• NOC: A certificate issued by authorities to confirm compliance with regulations before granting services.

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