Daily Current Affairs November 28

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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

  • Red Planet Day is observed every year on November 28 to mark the launch of NASA’s Mariner 4, the first successful Mars flyby mission.

Sports 

  • Asian Paints has signed a three-year agreement with BCCI to become Team India’s official colour partner.
  • India suffered their heaviest defeat in Test cricket history, losing by 408 runs to South Africa in Guwahati.
  • 10-year-old Giovanna de Sequeira won bronze in the under-28kg category at the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship 2025 in Abu Dhabi.
  • Deepti Sharma became the costliest player in WPL 2026 Auction with a bid of ₹3.2 crore by UP Warriorz.

Obituary

  • Renowned Bharatanatyam dancer Kumari Kamala passed away at the age of 91 in California.

Ranking 

  • Jakarta has become the world’s most populous city with 42 million people, overtaking Tokyo, according to the UN.

Banking and Finance 

  • The Central Board of Direct Taxes has launched the NUDGE campaign to promote voluntary compliance in income tax reporting.

Business And Economy

  • The IMF has projected India’s GDP growth rate at 6.6% for the fiscal year 2025–26.
  • The India Global Forum launched a $250 million fund at IGF Middle East 2025 in Dubai to help Indian brands expand internationally.

Awards 

  • Camikara became the first Indian rum to win ‘Global Rum Brand of the Year’ at the Spirits Business Awards 2025 in London.
  • The 44th India International Trade Fair 2025 concluded at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi with a grand award ceremony.

Science and Technology

  • Indian scientists have developed ‘OncoMark’, an AI tool that analyses the molecular behaviour of cancer.

Defence

  • The Indian Army hosted Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2025 in New Delhi on November 27–28.

National Affairs

  • The Assam Legislative Assembly passed a strict anti-polygamy law criminalising second marriages without divorce.
  • Goa CM Pramod Sawant unveiled a commemorative stamp honouring legendary filmmaker K Vaikunth at IFFI 56.
  • Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s bust was unveiled at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris on Constitution Day 2025.
  • PM Narendra Modi unveiled a 77-foot bronze statue of Lord Rama in Canacona, Goa, at the Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Math.

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