Studybox Doon

Daily Current Affairs-English 31st December

1️⃣ Water Contamination Crisis in Indore

What happened:
A severe water contamination incident was reported in Bhagirathpura area of Indore (Madhya Pradesh).

Key details:

  • At least three deaths confirmed
  • Cause: Diarrhoea due to contaminated drinking water
  • Health authorities are monitoring the situation

Why important:
Questions related to public health, urban administration, and water safety are often asked in GK sections.


2️⃣ RIZIN NYE Super Powerhouse Matsuri MMA Event

What happened:
Japan hosted the RIZIN NYE Super Powerhouse Matsuri, a major international Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) event.

Key highlights:

  • Featured five title fights
  • Participation of international fighters

Why important:
Sports events related to global tournaments and martial arts are relevant for current affairs sections.


3️⃣ IPS Officer Rakesh Agarwal Appointed as Interim NIA Chief

What happened:
Senior IPS officer Rakesh Agarwal was approved as the Interim Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA).

Why important:
Appointments related to internal security and national agencies are frequently asked in exams.


4️⃣ Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia Passed Away

What happened:
Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Khaleda Zia, passed away at the age of 80 after a prolonged illness.

Why important:
Questions on important international political leaders are common in current affairs.


5️⃣ India’s Industrial Production (IIP) Growth

What happened:
India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded a strong growth of 6.7% in November 2025.

Why important:
Economic indicators like GDP, IIP, inflation are important for higher-level GK questions.


6️⃣ UAE Administers One-Time Gene Therapy for SMA

What happened:
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) became the first country to administer one-time ITVISMA gene therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA).

Why important:
Health & science breakthroughs are increasingly asked in exams.


7️⃣ DRDO Tests Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket

What happened:
DRDO successfully conducted the maiden flight test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket.

Why important:
Defence technology and missile systems are key topics in competitive exams.


8️⃣ Haryana Farmers Call 2025 a “Year of Suffering”

What happened:
Farmers in Haryana described 2025 as a year of suffering due to crop losses and economic distress.

Why important:
Agriculture-related issues are relevant for Indian economy and rural development questions.


9️⃣ India Becomes World’s 4th Largest Economy

What happened:
India became the 4th largest economy in the world, overtaking Japan.

Key figure:

  • India’s GDP: $4.18 trillion

Why important:
Very high-probability exam question related to India’s global economic position.


🔟 Supreme Court Maintains 100-Metre Rule for Aravalli Hills

What happened:
The Supreme Court of India upheld the 100-metre construction restriction rule around the Aravalli Hills.

Why important:
Environmental protection and Supreme Court rulings are important for GK and civics.


📌 Exam Tip (For Students)

👉 Focus on numbers, places, firsts, appointments, and economic data from this list.
👉 Questions may be asked in one-liner or match-the-following format.

Call us for Online Live classes for Sainik school, RMS, RIMC & JNV — +91-9151170611