Daily Current Affairs November 28
Table of Contents
Dear Champions, as you all know that a lot of competitive exams have been notified consequently. Candidates have to prepare themselves according to the level of competition and expectation of the Recruitment board. Regarding that one of the most important topic is Daily Current Affairs November 28. Current Affairs in the form of contemporary events of national & international play a crucial role in almost every competitive exams like Banking, Insurance, SSC, UPSC, TNPSC, Railway etc.
Current affairs are the most dynamic yet scoring among all sections and need to be prepared from the right source. Here, we cafunsta team, providing Daily GK Updates, Current Affairs Questions, and Monthly current affairs pdf.
TO PURCHASE OUR BANKING AWARENESS (Latest Edition) – CLICK HERE
November 28 | Daily Current Affairs 2025
Important Days – Daily Current Affairs November 28
1. What significant space mission is commemorated on Red Planet Day, observed annually on November 28?
A) Mars Insight Landing
B) Launch of Curiosity Rover
C) Launch of Mariner 4
D) Launch of Mangalyaan
E) Launch of Tianwen-1
Answer: C) Launch of Mariner 4
Event and Location:
- Event: Observance of Red Planet Day commemorating Mars exploration
- Location: Global (space history observance)
- Date: November 28 (first Mariner 4 Mars launch on Nov 28, 1964)
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: Red Planet Day is observed to commemorate the launch of Mariner 4, the first spacecraft to perform a successful flyby of Mars, providing humanity with its first close-up images of the planet.
- Objectives:
- To raise awareness about space exploration, promote interest in planetary science, and commemorate achievements in the ongoing effort to explore Mars and its potential for human missions.
Important Terms Explained:
- Mariner 4:
- NASA spacecraft launched on November 28, 1964, which successfully flew by Mars on July 14, 1965
- Sent back 22 close-up photos of Mars — the first ever from deep space
- Marked the beginning of successful interplanetary exploration
- Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan-1):
- India’s first interplanetary mission by ISRO, launched in 2013
- Aimed at studying surface features, atmospheric composition, and morphology of Mars
- India became the first Asian nation to reach Mars orbit, and the first in the world to do so in its maiden attempt
- Mars:
- Known as the Red Planet due to iron oxide (rust) on its surface
- The fourth planet from the Sun with two moons — Phobos and Deimos
- Has the highest mountain (Olympus Mons) and deepest canyon in the solar system
One Martian year equals 687 Earth days
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Red Planet Day |
| Date | November 28 |
| Significance | Commemorates the launch of Mariner 4 – the first successful Mars flyby |
| Launch Year | 1964 |
| Agency Involved | NASA |
| Images Captured | 22 first-ever close-up photos of Mars |
| Mars Facts | Red color due to iron oxide, has two moons (Phobos & Deimos), thin atmosphere |
| Mars Exploration by India | ISRO’s Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission-1), launched in 2013 |
| Other Countries with Missions | USA, India, EU, China, UAE |
| Global Importance | Promotes interest in Mars colonization and planetary science |
| Future Human Missions | NASA plans for manned Mars missions by early 2030s |
Sports – Daily Current Affairs November 28
2. Which company recently signed a 3-year deal with BCCI as Team India’s official colour partner?
A) Dulux
B) Nerolac
C) Berger Paints
D) Indigo Paints
E) Asian Paints
Answer: E) Asian Paints
Event and Location:
- Event: Asian Paints signs 3-year deal as Team India’s official colour partner
- Location: India (Nationwide cricket coverage)
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: Asian Paints has entered a 3-year sponsorship agreement with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to become the official colour partner of Team India, covering 110 international and domestic matches.
- Objectives: The partnership aims to merge home décor branding with cricket excitement by introducing fan-centric digital activations, brand visibility, and emotional engagement with cricket fans across the country.
Important Terms Explained:
- Asian Paints: One of India’s largest and most well-known paint and décor companies, recognized for innovation and strong branding in the home improvement sector.
- BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India): The governing body for cricket in India, responsible for organizing matches, managing teams, and official sponsorships.
- Asian Paints Colour Cam: A digital engagement tool used during matches to showcase the “most colourful fans,” enhancing stadium and broadcast visuals.
- Colour Countdown: A creative segment highlighting interior décor trends, linking match moments with colour-based marketing themes.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Asian Paints signs BCCI sponsorship as official colour partner |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | India (matches across the country) |
| Issuing authority | Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) |
| Policy/series name | Team India Colour Partner Sponsorship |
| Key figures | Asian Paints CEO: Amit Syngle, BCCI Chairman: Roger Binny |
| Purpose/reason | To integrate home décor branding with cricket fan engagement |
| Feature details | Asian Paints Colour Cam, Colour Countdown, on-ground & digital activations |
| Validity or status | Active for 3 years (2025–2028), 110 matches covered |
| Strategic/significant value | Non-traditional sectors investing in sports marketing; boosts brand visibility |
3. By what margin did South Africa defeat India in the second Test of the 2025 series?
A) 342 runs
B) 301 runs
C) 408 runs
D) 492 runs
E) 275 runs
Answer: C) 408 runs
Event and Location:
- Event: India suffers its heaviest Test defeat against South Africa by 408 runs
- Location: Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, Assam
- Date: November 27, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: South Africa defeated India by 408 runs in the second Test of the series held in Guwahati, registering the largest-ever Test win against India by run margin and completing a 2–0 series whitewash.
- Objectives: The victory highlights South Africa’s resurgence in Test cricket under Temba Bavuma’s captaincy, while exposing India’s declining home dominance and threatening their performance in the WTC 2025–27 cycle.
Important Terms Explained:
- Test Cricket: The longest format of international cricket played over five days between national teams, known for its emphasis on strategy, skill, and endurance.
- World Test Championship (WTC): An ICC-organised league for Test cricket aiming to crown the best Test team globally over a fixed cycle. The current edition is WTC 2025–27.
- Series Whitewash: A situation where one team wins all the matches in a multi-match series — in this case, South Africa won the Test series 2–0 against India.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | India’s heaviest Test defeat by 408 runs vs South Africa |
| Announcement date | November 27, 2025 |
| Location | Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Guwahati, Assam |
| Issuing authority | International Cricket Council (ICC) |
| Policy/series name | India vs South Africa Test Series 2025 |
| Key figures | Temba Bavuma (SA Captain), Himanta Biswa Sarma (Assam CM) |
| Purpose/reason | South Africa won by 408 runs; India’s worst Test loss by runs |
| Feature details | Series whitewash (2–0), India bowled out for 140 chasing 549 |
| Validity or status | Series concluded; South Africa wins 2–0 |
| Strategic/significant value | Exposes India’s home weakness; boosts South Africa’s WTC 2025–27 standings |
4. Which Indian athlete won a bronze medal in the under-28kg category at the 2025 World Jiu-Jitsu Championship?
A) Erica de Sequeira
B) Shreya Jaiswal
C) Giovanna de Sequeira
D) Naina Sharma
E) Kritika Bansal
Answer: C) Giovanna de Sequeira
Event and Location:
- Event: Bronze medal win by Giovanna de Sequeira at the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025
- Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: 10-year-old Indian athlete Giovanna de Sequeira won a bronze medal in the under-28kg Infant/Girls Gi category at the World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025 in Abu Dhabi.
- Objectives: To recognise India’s growing presence in international martial arts and highlight Giovanna’s resilience and talent after her comeback from a serious knee injury.
Important Terms Explained:
- Jiu-Jitsu: A form of martial art focusing on grappling and ground fighting techniques, widely practised as a competitive combat sport across the world.
- Gi Category: Refers to competitions conducted while wearing the traditional martial arts uniform called a Gi, which is used in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and other martial disciplines.
- World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship: A prestigious global martial arts tournament held annually in Abu Dhabi, featuring athletes across age and weight categories.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025 |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
| Issuing authority | UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation (UAEJJF) |
| Policy/series name | Youth Combat Sports International Participation |
| Key figures | Giovanna de Sequeira, Coach Raunak Singh, Erica de Sequeira |
| Purpose/reason | India’s youth success in global martial arts; comeback from injury |
| Feature details | Bronze in U-28kg (Girls/Infant/Gi), comeback after knee surgery |
| Validity or status | Concluded; India wins bronze |
| Strategic/significant value | Boosts India’s visibility in global martial arts and women’s combat sports |
5. Who was the costliest player in the WPL 2026 Auction?
A) Alyssa Healy
B) Amelia Kerr
C) Smriti Mandhana
D) Shikha Pandey
E) Deepti Sharma
Answer: E) Deepti Sharma
Event and Location:
- Event: Deepti Sharma becomes costliest buy at WPL 2026 Auction
- Location: New Delhi (Auction venue); Matches in Navi Mumbai and Vadodara
- Date: November 28, 2025 (Auction); Season dates: January 9 to February 5, 2026
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The WPL 2026 auction saw teams bidding for top women cricketers ahead of the upcoming season, with Indian all-rounder Deepti Sharma emerging as the most expensive player at ₹3.2 crore.
- Objectives: To build competitive squads for the 2026 season and reflect the growing commercial value and recognition of women’s cricket in India and globally.
Important Terms Explained:
- WPL (Women’s Premier League): A franchise-based women’s T20 cricket league in India, launched by the BCCI in 2023 to promote professional women’s cricket.
- Right-to-Match (RTM) Option: A franchise’s right to retain a player by matching the highest bid made by another team during the auction.
- Player of the Tournament: A special award given to the most impactful performer in a tournament — in this case, Deepti Sharma at the 2025 Women’s World Cup.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | WPL 2026 Auction |
| Auction date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | New Delhi (auction); Matches in Navi Mumbai & Vadodara |
| Costliest player | Deepti Sharma (₹3.2 crore, UP Warriorz via RTM) |
| Second-highest buy | Amelia Kerr (₹3 crore, Mumbai Indians) |
| Top Indian veteran pick | Shikha Pandey (₹2.4 crore, UP Warriorz) |
| Unsold marquee player | Alyssa Healy (Australia) |
| Auction total players sold | 67 players |
| Total spending | ₹40.8 crore |
| Tournament dates | January 9 – February 5, 2026 |
| Final match | February 5, 2026 — 2 days before Men’s T20 WC |
| League organiser | BCCI |
| Significance | Rising popularity and value of women’s cricket in India |
Obituary – Daily Current Affairs November 28
6. Which renowned Bharatanatyam dancer, known for the Vazhuvur style and recipient of Padma Bhushan, passed away at the age of 91?
A) Rukmini Devi Arundale
B) Yamini Krishnamurthy
C) Kumari Kamala
D) Mallika Sarabhai
E) Alarmel Valli
Answer: C) Kumari Kamala
Event and Location:
- Event: Death of Bharatanatyam legend Kumari Kamala
- Location: California, United States
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The Ministry of Culture confirmed the passing of Kumari Kamala, a pioneering figure in Bharatanatyam, who significantly contributed to the global propagation of Indian classical dance.
- Objectives: Her life’s work aimed to preserve the traditional Vazhuvur bani of Bharatanatyam, promote Indian culture globally, and mentor students across continents to carry forward the legacy of classical dance.
Important Terms Explained:
- Bharatanatyam: A classical Indian dance form originating in Tamil Nadu, known for its fixed upper torso, bent legs, and intricate footwork combined with hand gestures and facial expressions.
- Vazhuvur Bani: A graceful and expressive style of Bharatanatyam taught by Vazhuvoor Ramaiah Pillai, emphasizing lyrical movement and dramatic storytelling.
- Padma Bhushan: India’s third-highest civilian award, given for distinguished service in any field, including the arts.
- Sangeet Natak Akademi Award: India’s national-level award for performing arts, recognizing outstanding contributions in music, dance, and drama.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Death of Bharatanatyam Legend Kumari Kamala |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | California, United States |
| Issuing authority | Ministry of Culture, Government of India |
| Policy/series name | Tribute to Kumari Kamala’s artistic legacy |
| Key figures | Kumari Kamala (Kamala Lakshminarayanan), Vazhuvoor Ramaiah Pillai |
| Purpose/reason | Honoring a lifelong contribution to Bharatanatyam and cultural diplomacy |
| Feature details | Classical dance promotion, global performances, teaching in the diaspora |
| Validity or status | Legacy continued by her students and institutions |
| Strategic/significant value | Bridged traditional Sadir and modern Bharatanatyam; globalized Indian classical arts |
Ranking – Daily Current Affairs November 28
7. According to the UN World Urbanisation Prospects 2025, which city has become the world’s most populous?
A) Tokyo
B) Dhaka
C) New Delhi
D) Shanghai
E) Jakarta
Answer: E) Jakarta
Event and Location:
- Event: Jakarta becomes the world’s most populous city in UN’s 2025 urban report
- Location: Global; Report published by United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The UN’s World Urbanisation Prospects 2025 report named Jakarta as the most populous city in the world, overtaking Tokyo with an estimated population of 42 million.
- Objectives: To provide a more accurate, standardised global measurement of urban populations using updated criteria for functional urban areas, helping policymakers understand urban trends, growth patterns, and development needs.
Top 10 Most Populous Cities in the World – 2025 (As per UN World Urbanisation Prospects):
| Rank | City | Country |
| 1 | Jakarta | Indonesia |
| 2 | Dhaka | Bangladesh |
| 3 | Tokyo | Japan |
| 4 | New Delhi | India |
| 5 | Shanghai | China |
| 6 | Guangzhou | China |
| 7 | Manila | Philippines |
| 8 | Kolkata | India |
| 9 | Seoul | South Korea |
| 10 | Cairo | Egypt |
Important Terms Explained:
- World Urbanisation Prospects: A flagship report published by UN DESA tracking demographic, migration, and population trends in urban areas globally.
- Functional Urban Area (FUA): A term used in the report to define cities based on actual population clusters and urban sprawl, rather than just administrative boundaries.
- Megacity: An urban area with a population of 10 million or more, used to track large-scale urban growth across countries.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Jakarta ranked world’s most populous city |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | Global report published by UN DESA |
| Issuing authority | United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) |
| Policy/series name | World Urbanisation Prospects 2025 |
| Key figures | Patrick Gerland, Joko Widodo, UN Undersecretary-General |
| Purpose/reason | To update global urban population rankings using consistent criteria |
| Feature details | Jakarta: 42 million, Dhaka: 37 million, Tokyo: 33 million |
| Validity or status | Based on 2025 urban population estimates and projections |
| Strategic/significant value | Highlights Asia’s urban dominance, rising megacities, and infrastructure challenges |
Banking and Finance – Daily Current Affairs November 28
8. What is the main objective of the ‘NUDGE’ campaign launched by CBDT?
A) Penalizing non-filers
B) Conducting tax raids
C) Encouraging voluntary tax compliance
D) Issuing tax refunds faster
E) Promoting GST registration
Answer: C) Encouraging voluntary tax compliance
Event and Location:
- Event: Launch of the ‘NUDGE’ campaign for voluntary tax compliance
- Location: Nationwide, India
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has launched the NUDGE campaign to notify taxpayers through SMS and emails about potential mismatches in their Income Tax Returns (ITRs), especially related to foreign asset and income disclosures.
- Objectives: The initiative aims to encourage taxpayers to voluntarily revise or correct their ITRs before legal proceedings are initiated, with a specific focus on improving compliance in disclosing Schedule FA (Foreign Assets) and Foreign Source Income (FSI).
Important Terms Explained:
- NUDGE Campaign: Stands for Non-intrusive Usage of Data to Guide and Enable; it is a data-backed outreach effort to promote voluntary tax compliance using non-intrusive reminders.
- Schedule FA (Foreign Assets): A section in ITRs used to disclose foreign assets such as bank accounts, real estate, and investments held outside India.
- Black Money Act: Officially known as the Black Money (Undisclosed Foreign Income and Assets) and Imposition of Tax Act, 2015, this law imposes heavy penalties on individuals failing to disclose foreign income and assets.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Launch of the ‘NUDGE’ Campaign |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | Nationwide, India |
| Issuing authority | Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) |
| Policy/series name | NUDGE – Non-intrusive Usage of Data to Guide and Enable |
| Key figures | Nitin Gupta (Chairman, CBDT) |
| Purpose/reason | To promote voluntary correction of ITRs, especially foreign disclosures |
| Feature details | SMS and email alerts, focus on Schedule FA and FSI, option to revise returns |
| Validity or status | Active from November 29, 2025 |
| Strategic/significant value | Aligns with global standards, enhances tax transparency and compliance |
Business and Economy – Daily Current Affairs November 28
9. What is the IMF’s projected GDP growth rate for India in FY 2025–26?
A) 7.0%
B) 6.6%
C) 6.2%
D) 7.5%
E) 5.9%
Answer: B) 6.6%
Event and Location:
- Event: IMF projects India’s GDP growth at 6.6% for FY 2025–26
- Location: India (Projection based on global economic monitoring)
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected India’s GDP growth at 6.6% for FY 2025–26, as part of its Annual Article IV Consultation with India.
- Objectives: The projection aims to assess India’s economic outlook amidst global uncertainties, highlight the role of domestic reforms like GST, and prescribe structural changes to sustain long-term growth.
Important Terms Explained:
- IMF (International Monetary Fund): A global financial institution that monitors economic trends, provides economic forecasts, and offers policy advice to its member countries.
- GDP (Gross Domestic Product): The total monetary value of all finished goods and services produced within a country’s borders in a specific time period, used to gauge economic health.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax): A unified indirect tax system implemented in India to replace multiple cascading taxes, designed to simplify taxation and improve compliance.
- Article IV Consultation: An annual economic assessment conducted by the IMF with its member countries, reviewing macroeconomic stability, growth prospects, and fiscal policies.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | IMF’s GDP Growth Projection for India (FY 2025–26) |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | India (covered under IMF global forecast) |
| Issuing authority | International Monetary Fund (IMF) |
| Policy/series name | Annual Article IV Consultation with India |
| Key figures | Kristalina Georgieva (IMF MD), Government of India |
| Purpose/reason | To project India’s economic growth and assess macroeconomic stability |
| Feature details | 6.6% FY26 growth forecast, 7.8% Q1 FY26 GDP growth, GST reforms highlighted |
| Validity or status | Projections for FY 2025–26 |
| Strategic/significant value | Positions India as a top global growth performer despite external pressures |
10. Where was the $250 million India Global Forum (IGF) fund for globalising Indian brands launched?
A) Mumbai
B) London
C) New Delhi
D) Dubai
E) Singapore
Answer: D) Dubai
Event and Location:
- Event: Launch of $250 million IGF fund to globalise Indian brands
- Location: Dubai, UAE (at IGF Middle East 2025)
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The India Global Forum (IGF) launched a $250 million fund at IGF Middle East 2025 to support high-growth Indian consumer and industrial brands in expanding globally.
- Objectives: The initiative aims to position Dubai as a global hub for Indian companies by providing access to growth capital, logistics, investors, and compliance support — fostering brand internationalisation and enhancing India–UAE trade relations.
Important Terms Explained:
- India Global Forum (IGF): A platform that promotes global dialogue on India’s role in international business, diplomacy, and innovation through strategic events and initiatives.
- CEPA (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement): A trade agreement signed between India and the UAE to reduce tariffs, enhance trade, and strengthen economic cooperation.
- DP World: A leading Dubai-based logistics company that provides global port terminal and supply chain solutions, supporting IGF’s fund by offering logistical infrastructure.
- Ananta Capital & Ved Family Office: Key private investors backing the IGF fund, supporting high-potential Indian companies with capital for international expansion.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | IGF launches $250 million fund for Indian brand internationalisation |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | Dubai, UAE (IGF Middle East 2025) |
| Issuing authority | India Global Forum (IGF) |
| Policy/series name | IGF Brand Globalisation Fund |
| Key figures | Manoj Ladwa, Ved Family Office, Ananta Capital |
| Purpose/reason | To support Indian companies scaling globally using Dubai as the gateway |
| Feature details | Growth capital, logistics via DP World, investor access, compliance support |
| Validity or status | Active from 2025, with $250 million fund in deployment |
| Strategic/significant value | Strengthens India–UAE ties, boosts exports, and builds global Indian brands |
Awards – Daily Current Affairs November 28
11. Which Indian rum brand became the first to win ‘Global Rum Brand of the Year’ at the Spirits Business Awards 2025?
A) Old Monk
B) Amrut
C) Camikara
D) Rockford
E) McDowell’s No.1
Answer: C) Camikara
Event and Location:
- Event: Camikara wins ‘Rum Brand of the Year’ at The Spirits Business Awards 2025
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: Camikara, a premium Indian rum by Piccadily Agro Industries Ltd, won the Global Rum Brand of the Year award at The Spirits Business Awards 2025, becoming the first Indian rum to achieve this international honour.
- Objectives: To recognise global excellence in the spirits industry, celebrate innovation in rum production, and position Indian craft spirits on the global premium liquor map.
Important Terms Explained:
- Camikara: India’s first pure cane juice-aged rum, produced in North India, using fresh sugarcane juice instead of molasses and aged in American oak barrels, available in 3, 8, and 12-year variants.
- The Spirits Business Awards: A prestigious global competition organised by The Spirits Business (UK) to honour top-performing spirit brands across multiple categories based on innovation, quality, and branding.
- Piccadily Agro Industries Ltd: An Indian spirits company that produces Camikara and focuses on authentic, premium alcoholic beverages using traditional distillation and ageing techniques.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Camikara wins Global Rum Brand of the Year |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Issuing authority | The Spirits Business Awards 2025 |
| Policy/series name | Global Spirits Recognition Awards |
| Key figures | Shalini Sharma (Marketing Head), Piccadily Agro Industries Ltd |
| Purpose/reason | Recognise excellence in rum production and promote global quality standards |
| Feature details | Pure cane juice rum, aged in American oak, no added sugar, colour, or flavours |
| Validity or status | Awarded and recognised globally |
| Strategic/significant value | Establishes India as a serious player in premium spirits and global rum category |
12. Which state won the Gold award in the Partner State category at the 44th India International Trade Fair 2025?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Maharashtra
C) Rajasthan
D) Bihar
E) Odisha
Answer: C) Rajasthan
Event and Location:
- Event: 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 concludes with award presentations
- Location: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) concluded the 44th edition of IITF with an award ceremony recognising top-performing states, ministries, PSUs, foreign exhibitors, and private enterprises.
- Objectives: To celebrate and encourage innovation, inclusive development, and cultural-industrial collaboration under the theme “Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat,” and acknowledge outstanding contributions across various exhibition categories.
Important Terms Explained:
- India International Trade Fair (IITF): An annual trade and cultural exhibition organised by ITPO, showcasing India’s industrial, state-level, and global partnerships across sectors.
- ITPO (India Trade Promotion Organisation): A Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, responsible for promoting trade and commerce through fairs and exhibitions.
- Partner State Category: A special recognition given to states with major pavilions reflecting industrial and cultural excellence during the fair.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | 44th India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi |
| Issuing authority | India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) |
| Policy/series name | IITF 2025 Awards & Exhibition Recognition |
| Key figures | Dr. Neeraj Kharwal (MD, ITPO), Lt. Col. Harsh Kondilya |
| Purpose/reason | Recognising excellence in state, PSU, private, and foreign exhibition |
| Feature details | Partner, Focus, Thematic, Swachh Awards, Foreign Pavilions, Culinary, etc. |
| Validity or status | Event concluded; awards distributed across multiple categories |
| Strategic/significant value | Promotes national integration, business growth, and cultural exchange |
Science and Technology – Daily Current Affairs November 28
13. What is the primary function of the newly developed AI tool ‘OncoMark’?
A) Monitoring heart disease
B) Predicting crop yields
C) Mapping cancer’s molecular hallmarks
D) Tracking air pollution levels
E) Forecasting weather changes
Answer: C) Mapping cancer’s molecular hallmarks
Event and Location:
- Event: Development of ‘OncoMark’ AI tool for cancer diagnosis and treatment
- Location: India (Developed by S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences and Ashoka University)
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: Indian researchers from S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences and Ashoka University developed an AI-based model named OncoMark to identify molecular hallmarks of cancer for precise diagnosis and personalised treatment.
- Objectives: To shift cancer classification from traditional staging to molecular-level analysis, enabling more accurate diagnosis, early detection, and tailored therapies by understanding tumour behaviour.
Important Terms Explained:
- OncoMark: A machine learning-based AI tool designed to decode the molecular hallmarks of cancer such as metastasis, immune evasion, and genomic instability to personalise treatment.
- TNM Staging System: A traditional cancer classification method based on Tumour size (T), lymph Node involvement (N), and Metastasis (M), used for cancer staging.
- Precision Medicine: A medical approach that tailors treatment to individual patient characteristics, including genetics and molecular traits, rather than using one-size-fits-all therapies.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Launch of OncoMark – AI model for decoding cancer |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | India (Developed by SNBNCBS and Ashoka University) |
| Issuing authority | S N Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, Ashoka University |
| Policy/series name | AI-based Precision Medicine Research Initiative |
| Key figures | Indian research teams from SNBNCBS and Ashoka University |
| Purpose/reason | To decode molecular hallmarks of cancer for personalised treatment |
| Feature details | Trained on 3.1 million cells, 99% accuracy, validated on 20,000 samples |
| Validity or status | Internally validated and externally tested; ready for clinical collaboration |
| Strategic/significant value | Advances India’s role in global cancer research and AI-based diagnostics |
Defence – Daily Current Affairs November 28
14. Who presented the Indian Army’s three-phase transformation strategy at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2025?
A) General Anil Chauhan
B) General Bipin Rawat
C) General Upendra Dwivedi
D) General Manoj Pande
E) Admiral R Hari Kumar
Answer: C) General Upendra Dwivedi
Event and Location:
- Event: Indian Army hosts Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2025
- Location: Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi
- Date: 27–28 November 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The Indian Army hosted the 3rd edition of Chanakya Defence Dialogue (CDD) 2025 under the theme “Reform to Transform: Sashakt, Surakshit aur Viksit Bharat”, unveiling a roadmap for defence transformation by 2047.
- Objectives: To deliberate on strategic defence challenges, foster global military cooperation, and unveil a three-phase transformation strategy aimed at building a digitised, self-reliant, and agile Indian Army in line with India’s national development vision for 2047.
Important Terms Explained:
- Chanakya Defence Dialogue (CDD): A flagship Indian Army-led platform to discuss defence strategy, military transformation, and global security issues with participation from experts, academics, and military leaders.
- Multi-domain Warfare: A military approach that integrates capabilities across land, air, sea, cyber, and space to achieve operational superiority.
- Three-Phase Military Transformation Plan:
- Phase 1 (by 2032): Focus on doctrinal reform, restructuring, and technology integration
- Phase 2 (by 2037): Consolidate gains and boost joint operational synergy
- Phase 3 (by 2047): Fully digitised, self-reliant, future-ready force
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2025 |
| Announcement date | 27–28 November 2025 |
| Location | Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi |
| Issuing authority | Indian Army |
| Policy/series name | Defence Transformation Vision 2047 |
| Key figures | President Droupadi Murmu, COAS Gen Upendra Dwivedi |
| Purpose/reason | Showcase India’s long-term military transformation strategy |
| Feature details | 3-phase military roadmap, multi-domain focus, global strategic participation |
| Validity or status | Strategy announced; implementation targets set till 2047 |
| Strategic/significant value | Aligns Indian Army’s transformation with national development goals for 2047 |
National Affairs – Daily Current Affairs November 28
15. Which Indian state passed the Prohibition of Polygamy Bill in 2025, criminalising second marriages without divorce?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Rajasthan
C) Kerala
D) Assam
E) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: D) Assam
Event and Location:
- Event: Passage of the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025
- Location: Assam (Excludes Sixth Schedule areas and Scheduled Tribes)
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: The Assam Legislative Assembly passed the Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025 during the Winter Session, making second marriages without divorce a criminal offence punishable with imprisonment and fines.
- Objectives: The law seeks to uphold marital accountability, protect women’s rights, restrict misuse of personal laws, and move toward a Uniform Civil Code (UCC)-like framework within the state, while exempting Sixth Schedule areas and Scheduled Tribes.
Important Terms Explained:
- Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025: A state law criminalising polygamy outside of recognised tribal areas, with punishments including jail terms, fines, and government job disqualifications.
- Sixth Schedule of the Constitution: A constitutional provision granting autonomous governance rights to certain tribal regions, exempting them from general state laws like the current anti-polygamy legislation.
- Uniform Civil Code (UCC): A proposed set of civil laws that would apply equally to all citizens regardless of religion or community, aiming for uniformity in marriage, divorce, and inheritance laws.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Passage of Assam Prohibition of Polygamy Bill, 2025 |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | Assam (Exemptions for Sixth Schedule areas and STs) |
| Issuing authority | Assam Legislative Assembly |
| Policy/series name | Assam Civil Law Reforms — Polygamy Prohibition |
| Key figures | CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, Assam Assembly members |
| Purpose/reason | To criminalise polygamy, protect women, and promote uniform marriage laws |
| Feature details | Jail terms, fines, job disqualification, compensation fund for victims |
| Validity or status | Passed and applicable across Assam (with listed exemptions) |
| Strategic/significant value | Moves toward UCC-like framework while respecting tribal autonomy |
16. Who was honoured with a commemorative stamp at IFFI 56 for contributions to Indian cinema?
A) Yash Chopra
B) Shyam Benegal
C) K Vaikunth
D) Hrishikesh Mukherjee
E) Bimal Roy
Answer: C) K Vaikunth
Event and Location:
- Event: Release of commemorative postal stamp in honour of filmmaker K Vaikunth
- Location: Panaji, Goa (56th International Film Festival of India)
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant unveiled a commemorative stamp in honour of veteran cinematographer and filmmaker K Vaikunth during the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
- Objectives: The event aimed to officially recognise and celebrate K Vaikunth’s decades-long contribution to Indian cinema, especially his role in shaping its visual storytelling and emotional depth.
Important Terms Explained:
- IFFI (International Film Festival of India): India’s premier international film festival organized annually to showcase global and Indian cinema, promoting film culture and honouring cinematic excellence.
- K Vaikunth: A renowned Indian cinematographer and filmmaker known for his work on over 35 films including classics like Mere Apne, Mausam, and Parichay. He passed away in 2003.
- Commemorative Stamp: A special postage stamp issued to honour notable individuals, events, or achievements, often used as a cultural tribute by the Indian Postal Department.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Release of Commemorative Stamp for Filmmaker K Vaikunth |
| Announcement date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | Panaji, Goa (at IFFI 56) |
| Issuing authority | Government of Goa, Department of Posts, IFFI platform |
| Policy/series name | Philatelic tribute during 56th International Film Festival of India |
| Key figures | CM Pramod Sawant, Filmmaker K Vaikunth (Posthumous Honour) |
| Purpose/reason | To honour K Vaikunth’s legacy in Indian cinema and visual storytelling |
| Feature details | Stamp release, documentary screening (“Goa Marches On”), career highlights |
| Validity or status | Stamp issued and available; tribute completed at IFFI 56 |
| Strategic/significant value | Recognises Indian cinematic heritage and brings attention to film pioneers |
17. Where was Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s bust unveiled on Constitution Day 2025?
A) Indian Embassy in Washington
B) United Nations HQ, New York
C) UNESCO Headquarters, Paris
D) India Gate, New Delhi
E) Geneva Human Rights Centre
Answer: C) UNESCO Headquarters, Paris
Event and Location:
- Event: Unveiling of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s bust at UNESCO on Constitution Day
- Location: UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France
- Date: November 26, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: On the occasion of Constitution Day, the Permanent Delegation of India to UNESCO led by Ambassador Vishal V Sharma unveiled a bust of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.
- Objectives: The initiative aimed to honour Dr. Ambedkar’s global intellectual legacy in democracy, education, and social justice while aligning India’s constitutional values with UNESCO’s mission of promoting human rights, equality, and education for all.
Important Terms Explained:
- Constitution Day (India): Observed every year on November 26 to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1949 and to honour Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, its chief architect.
- UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization): A UN agency promoting international cooperation in education, culture, science, and communication to foster peace and equality.
- Dr. B.R. Ambedkar: Principal architect of the Indian Constitution, a champion of social justice, democratic reform, and education, whose legacy has global resonance in the fight for equality and rights-based governance.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Unveiling of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s bust at UNESCO Headquarters |
| Announcement date | November 26, 2025 |
| Location | UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France |
| Issuing authority | Permanent Delegation of India to UNESCO |
| Policy/series name | Constitution Day Tribute to Dr. Ambedkar |
| Key figures | Vishal V Sharma, PM Narendra Modi, UNESCO officials |
| Purpose/reason | Honour Ambedkar’s global legacy in democracy, justice, and education |
| Feature details | Bust unveiling, PM Modi’s tribute, diaspora and diplomatic participation |
| Validity or status | Permanent installation at UNESCO Paris |
| Strategic/significant value | Aligns Indian constitutional values with global human rights and education agenda |
18. Where was the 77-foot statue of Lord Rama inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi in November 2025?
A) Ayodhya
B) Varanasi
C) Canacona, Goa
D) Udupi, Karnataka
E) Rameswaram
Answer: C) Canacona, Goa
Event and Location:
- Event: Inauguration of 77-ft statue of Lord Rama and Ramayana Theme Park
- Location: Canacona, South Goa (Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math)
- Date: November 28, 2025
Mandates and Objectives:
- Mandates: PM Narendra Modi unveiled a 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Rama and inaugurated the Ramayana Theme Park as part of the 550th-year celebrations of the Partagali Math in Goa.
- Objectives: To commemorate India’s spiritual heritage, enhance religious tourism, and celebrate civilisational values through modern expressions of mythological and Vedic traditions.
Important Terms Explained:
- Ramayana Theme Park:
- An interactive cultural and educational space inspired by the epic Ramayana, designed to make India’s mythological narratives accessible and engaging through exhibits and digital storytelling.
- Sardha Panchashatamanotsava:
- A Sanskrit term referring to the 550th-year celebration of an institution; in this case, the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math, a major Dwaita Vedanta matha.
- Laksha Kantha Gita Parayana:
- A collective recitation of the Bhagavad Gita by one lakh+ participants, emphasizing spiritual unity and scripture-based devotion, held at Sri Krishna Matha, Udupi.
Tabular Summary:
| Parameter | Details |
| Event name | Inauguration of 77-ft Lord Rama statue and Ramayana Theme Park |
| Date | November 28, 2025 |
| Location | Canacona, South Goa (Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math) |
| Occasion | 550th anniversary of Partagali Math (Sardha Panchashatamanotsava) |
| Statue height | 77 feet (bronze statue of Lord Rama) |
| Theme Park | Ramayana Theme Park |
| Special releases | Commemorative postal stamp and coin |
| Additional event | PM participated in Laksha Kantha Gita Parayana at Sri Krishna Matha, Udupi |
| Other inaugurations | Suvarna Teertha Mantapa, Kanaka Kavacha (gold-plated window) in Udupi |
| Cultural message | Integration of heritage with modern platforms and national unity |
| Significance | Promoting India’s mythological legacy, spiritual inclusivity, and tourism |
Over All Review
|
Important Days
|
|
Sports
|
|
Obituary
|
|
Ranking
|
|
Banking and Finance
|
|
Business And Economy
|
|
Awards
|
|
Science and Technology
|
|
Defence
|
|
National Affairs
|
DOWNLOAD TODAY’S CURRENT AFFAIRS PDF – CLICK HERE
You Must Also Read Daily Current Affairs November 27
Current Affairs Package ( 1 Year Validity ) – Click Here All in One – 1 Year Subscription – Click Here Banking Awareness Video Course – Click Here Insurance Awareness Video Course – Click Here



