1) Indian Space Research Organisation preparing for Gaganyaan Test Flight
What happened: ISRO is preparing the next uncrewed test flight under the Gaganyaan mission to validate crew escape and recovery systems.
Why important: Gaganyaan will make India the fourth country to send humans into space using indigenous technology.
Exam Tip:
Gaganyaan launch vehicle – LVM3 rocket.
2) Reserve Bank of India launched financial literacy initiatives
What happened: RBI expanded financial literacy programmes across rural India to improve awareness about digital payments and banking services.
Why important: Financial literacy is crucial for digital economy growth and fraud prevention.
Exam Tip:
RBI established in 1935; Headquarters – Mumbai.
3) Indian Army conducts high-altitude military exercise in Ladakh
What happened: Indian Army conducted a large-scale high-altitude warfare exercise in Ladakh to strengthen operational readiness.
Why important: Enhances preparedness in strategically sensitive Himalayan border regions.
Exam Tip:
Ladakh shares borders with China and Pakistan.
4) World Bank projects India to remain fastest growing major economy
What happened: The World Bank projected that India will remain the fastest-growing major economy in 2026.
Why important: Reflects strong economic performance and investor confidence.
Exam Tip:
World Bank Headquarters – Washington D.C.
5) International Monetary Fund praises India’s economic reforms
What happened: IMF highlighted India’s economic reforms and strong growth outlook in its latest economic review.
Why important: IMF assessments influence global investment and economic policy decisions.
Exam Tip:
IMF founded in 1944 during Bretton Woods Conference.
6) Central Board of Direct Taxes introduces AI-based tax monitoring
What happened: CBDT announced AI-driven tools to track suspicious financial transactions and tax evasion.
Why important: Strengthens transparency and improves tax compliance.
Exam Tip:
CBDT works under Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
7) United Nations Environment Programme warns about rising global temperatures
What happened: UNEP released a report warning that global temperatures may exceed critical climate thresholds by 2030.
Why important: Highlights urgency of climate action and emission reduction.
Exam Tip:
UNEP Headquarters – Nairobi, Kenya.
8) National Disaster Management Authority launches disaster preparedness campaign
What happened: NDMA started a nationwide awareness campaign on disaster preparedness and early warning systems.
Why important: Improves public readiness against earthquakes, floods, and cyclones.
Exam Tip:
NDMA established in 2005 under the Disaster Management Act.
9) World Health Organization issues alert on emerging infectious diseases
What happened: WHO issued a warning about new emerging infectious disease threats and the need for stronger surveillance systems.
Why important: Strengthening global health monitoring helps prevent future pandemics.
Exam Tip:
WHO Headquarters – Geneva, Switzerland.
10) Indian Navy conducts maritime security exercise in Indian Ocean
What happened: Indian Navy conducted a major maritime security exercise in the Indian Ocean region to enhance naval coordination.
Why important: Strengthens India’s role in Indo-Pacific maritime security.
Exam Tip:
Indian Navy Day is celebrated on 4 December.
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