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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Overview of India Maritime Week 2025 Held from October 27 to 31, 2025, in Mumbai, Maharashtra – Part IIThe India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025, organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW), was held from October 27 to 31, 2025, at the NESCO Exhibition Centre in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
MoUs signed:
Overview: During the event, over 600 Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) worth more than Rs.12 lakh crores were signed to boost the maritime sector in India.
Coverage: The areas such as Port development and modernization, accounting for 30% of total investment, sustainability and green initiatives (20%), shipping and shipbuilding (20%), port-led industrialization (20%), and trade and business partnerships (10%).
VoCPA: During the event, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VoCPA) signed MoUs worth more than Rs.1.27 lakh crores. It includes:
JIPL: An MoU worth Rs.47,000 crores, was signed between VoCPA and Jindal India Power Limited (JIPL) to establish a Green Ammonia Plant and storage facility in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu (TN).
GIREFPL: VoCPA signed a MoU with Green Infra Renewable Energy Farms Private Limited (GIREFPL), a subsidiary of Sembcorp, worth Rs.25,400 crores, for the creation of a common storage facility for Green Ammonia and Green Hydrogen.
Dredging Corporation of India (DCI): The Dredging Corporation of India Limited (DCI), Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh, AP) signed 22 MoUs worth Rs.17,645 crores with 16 national and international organizations.
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Overview of Bharat International Rice Conference 2025 held in New DelhiThe Bharat International Rice Conference (BIRC 2025), the world’s largest platform dedicated to the rice industry, was held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Delhi from October 30 to October 31, 2025.

• The two-day conference was chaired by Union Minister Piyush Goyal, Ministry of Commerce & Industry(MoC&I), Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution(MoCAF&PD), brought together stakeholders from over 80 countries, including exporters, importers, policymakers, and technology leaders, to discuss the future of India’s rice trade and agri-innovation.

Highlights of BIRC 2025:
India’s first AI-based rice sorting system: The event featured a dedicated ‘AgriTech Pavilion’ showcasing India’s first Artificial Intelligence(AI)-based rice sorting technology, launched live during the inaugural session, marking a major step toward next-generation agricultural precision.
MoUs Signed:On Day 1, Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth over Rs.3,000 crore were signed and on Day 2, MoUs worth Rs 30,435 crore, which highlights the growing global confidence in India’s rice sector.

• During the event, a contract was signed to set up an Agricultural Research Centre in New Delhi focused on sustainable and climate-resilient rice production, seed innovation, and post-harvest research.

Felicitation: During BIRC 2025, several farmers from across India were honoured by global buyers for their outstanding contributions to quality, innovation, and sustainability in rice cultivation.
Launch of Bharat Organics’ Organic Rice Range: Under the aegis of the National Cooperative Organics Limited (NCOL), Bharat Organics launched its Organic Rice Range and Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) platform at BIRC 2025.
Coffee Table Book: On the concluding day, a coffee table book showcasing India’s rich rice heritage was unveiled
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MoPR Launches First-of-Its-Kind ‘Model Youth Gram Sabha’ Initiative in New DelhiIn October 2025, the Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR), in collaboration with the Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSE&L) under the Ministry of Education (MoE) and the Minister of Tribal Affairs (MoTA), launched the Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) initiative in New Delhi, Delhi.

• During the launch, the MYGS Portal and a Teacher Training Module were unveiled to support the initiative’s nationwide implementation.
• The event was graced by Union Minister of State(Mos) Prof. S. P. Singh Baghel, MoPR and Union MoS Durgadas Uikey, MoTA along with Vivek Bharadwaj, Secretary of MoPR; Sanjay Kumar, Secretary of DoSE&L), and others.

About Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS):
Alignment: The MYGS, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the vision of Viksit Bharat.
Implementation: The MYGS will be rolled out in a phased manner across more than 1,000 schools nationwide, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs), Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs), and State Government Schools.
Funding: An amount of Rs. 20,000 per school will be provided to each participating school as a one-time financial assistance for conducting each mock.

• The fund can be utilised for arrangement of Sabha, logistics support and refreshment.

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EPFO Celebrates 73rd Foundation Day; Launches Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025, Revamped Website & PDUNASS HonouredOn November 1, 2025, Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), Ministry of Labour and Employment (MoL&E), celebrated its 73rd Foundation Day at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Delhi.

• The event was graced by Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, MoL&E.

Key Launches and Initiatives:
Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025:On the occasion of EPFO Foundation Day 2025, Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya launched the Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025, designed to encourage employers to voluntarily declare and enrol eligible employees under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF).

• The scheme, operational from 1st November 2025, exempts employers from paying the employee’s share of contributions if it was not deducted earlier and imposes only a nominal penalty of Rs.100 per establishment.

EPFO Website :He also unveiled the revamped EPFO homepage with a new user-friendly domain www.epfo.gov.in featuring improved interface, intuitive navigation, and simplified access to essential services and information for members, employers, and pensioners.
Publications and Commemorations: During the ceremony, he released a Coffee Table Book, State Profile 2025, and Reimagining Governance, documenting EPFO’s transformation, reforms, and achievements.

• A Special Postal Cover was also launched to mark the occasion.

Bhavishya Nidhi Awards 2025: During the event, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya National Academy of Social Security (PDUNASS), the training arm of EPDFO, was conferred two Bhavishya Nidhi Awards 2025 for Best Achievement in Capacity Building, and Special Initiative – Reimagining Governance: Discourse for Excellence (RGDE).
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Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia Inaugurated Sohra Tourism Circuit Project Under PM-DevINE SchemeIn November 2025, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Madhavrao Scindia, Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) and Ministry of Communications (MoC) along with Meghalaya Chief Minister (CM) Conrad K. Sangma, laid the foundation stone for the Integrated Development of the Sohra (Cherrapunji) Tourism Circuit in Sohra, Meghalaya.

• The project, funded under the Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East Region (PM-DevINE) scheme, aims to transform Sohra into a model for sustainable and community-led tourism in the Northeast.

About the Sohra Tourism Circuit Project:
Objective: To transform Sohra (Cherrapunji) into a multi-day experiential tourism destination by strengthening infrastructure, boosting local livelihoods, and preserving cultural and ecological heritage.
Total Investment: The project entails a total investment of over Rs. 650 crore, including Rs. 221 crore contributed by the MDoNER.
Key Project Components:

• Sohra Experience Centre at Kutmadan: Developed with an investment of Rs. Rs. 115 crore, the centre features an amphitheatre, rain experience park, art gallery, and craft pavilion showcasing Meghalaya’s rich tribal heritage.
• Nohkalikai Falls Precinct Development: The project focuses on enhancing visitor facilities and enriching the overall tourist experience, with an estimated investment of Rs. 26 crore.
• Mawsmai Eco Park Development: The project is aimed at promoting sustainable tourism and fostering environmental awareness, with an estimated investment of Rs. 29 crore.
• Other Attractions: The project encompasses the development of Seven Sisters Falls Viewpoint, Shella Riverside, and Wahkaliar Canyon, along with the introduction of adventure tourism activities such as hot-air balloon rides.

About Prime Minister’s Development Initiative for North East Region (PM-DevINE) Scheme:
Overview: The PM-DevINE Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme (CSS) launched in the Union Budget 2022–23 by the Government of India (GoI) in 2022 to fund infrastructure and social development projects in the North Eastern Region (NER) of India.
Implementing Agency: It is implemented through the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER).
Coverage: All eight North Eastern States — Arunachal Pradesh (AP), Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura.
Outlay: Rs. 6,600 crore (for 2022–23 to 2025–26)
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WAVES Animation Bazaar and 8th Edition of IndiaJoy Inaugurated in Hyderabad
In November 2025, Sanjay Jaju, Secretary, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB), inaugurated the WAVES (World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit) Animation Bazaar and the 8th edition of IndiaJoy   at Hyderabad International Convention Center(HICC), Hitex, in Hyderabad, Telangana.

• During the event, Sanjay Jaju announced the setting up of a Regional Centre of the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) in Hyderabad.

Highlights of the event:
IndiaJoy expo : It showcased startups from the WAVEX initiative and Internet Protocol(IPs) by winners of Create in India Challenge Season 1, providing visibility and market access to young creators.
WAVES Bazaar: It is a marketplace linking animation creators with buyers and OTT (Over the Top) platforms to monetise creative content and boost industry growth.
IICT: The IICT, the first-of-its-kind institution in the country, will nurture talent in creative media technologies and promote industry and academia collaboration.
MoU Signed: An MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) was signed between IICT and T-Hub (Technology-Hub) to support startup incubation and innovation in the media and entertainment sector.
Film Certification:  A new multilingual film certification system is introduced to simplify and streamline the approval process of film certification

Indian Army hosts Young Leader Forum “Veer Yuva”
On October 31, 2025, the Indian Army (IA), in collaboration with the Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS), hosted the Young Leaders Forum (YLF)-VEER YUVA  at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi(Delhi) to mark National Unity Day and inspire youth participation in nation-building.

• The forum served as a precursor to the third edition of the Chanakya Defence Dialogue 2025 (CDD 2025), the IA’s flagship annual seminar, scheduled for November 27–28, 2025, under the theme “Reform to Transform: Sashakt, Surakshit aur Viksit Bharat.”

About YLF VEER YUVA:
Aim: It aimed to empower youth as the torchbearers of change in shaping Viksit Bharat @2047 through leadership, innovation, and national service.
Key People: The Forum featured addresses by Kiren Rijiju, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs(MoPA) and the Ministry of Minority Affairs(MoMA); General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff(CoAS); and Tejasvi Surya, Member of Parliament(MP).
Participants: The event brought together young leaders from diverse fields and was held in a hybrid format, with live streaming to Army institutions, Indian Institute of Technologies(IITs), universities, and professional centres across India.
Key Focus: Discussions centered on strategic awareness, defence innovation, and nation-building, showcasing the Indian Army’s commitment to promoting youth leadership and intellectual exchange.

ISRO Signs MoU with BCCL, CMPDI to map Coal Fires in Jharia Coalfield
In October 2025, Indian Space Research Organization(ISRO) entered into a tripartite agreement with Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) and Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited(CMPDI) to carry out a detailed study on surface coal fires and related land subsidence in the Jharia Coalfield, Jharkhand, to be implemented during Financial Year(FY) 2025–27.

About the MoU:
Technologies leveraged: Under the project, ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) will use satellite-based remote sensing with Thermal Infrared (TIR) and Short-Wave Infrared (SWIR) data quarterly to map coal fires.

• It will also apply Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) interferometric techniques annually using data from the NISAR( National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA)-ISRO synthetic Aperture Radar) and Sentinel-1 satellites to monitor land subsidence.

Implementation: Ground-validation of the satellite derived maps will be carried out jointly with BCCL to support implementation of the Jharia Master Plan by the Ministry of Coal for management of the coal-fire hazard.
Representation: This initiative represents a significant step in combining advanced remote-sensing tools, artificial-intelligence (AI) based analysis and on-ground validation to tackle a longstanding environmental and safety challenge in India’s coal sector.

BANKING & FINANCE

RBI Launches 3 Key Surveys for Monetary Policy InputsIn October 2025, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the launch of its November 2025 rounds of 3 key surveys which include: Inflation Expectations Survey of Households (IESH), Rural Consumer Confidence Survey (RCCS) and Urban Consumer Confidence Survey (UCCS).

• These surveys provide critical information which helps in formulating the monetary policy.

About Surveys:
IESH: This survey is designed to capture subjective assessments on price movements and inflation, based on their individual consumption baskets, across 19 major Indian cities.

• 19 cities: Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh, MP), Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Chandigarh, Chennai (Tamil Nadu, TN), Delhi (National Capital Territory, NCT of Delhi), Guwahati (Assam), Hyderabad (Telangana), Jaipur (Rajasthan), Jammu (Jammu & Kashmir, J &K ), Kolkata (West Bengal, WB), Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh, UP), Mumbai (Maharashtra), Nagpur (Maharashtra), Patna (Bihar), Raipur (Chhattisgarh), Ranchi (Jharkhand), and Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala).
• The survey gathers households’ views on price changes for general and specific products over the next three months and one year, along with current and expected inflation rates. Its findings serve as key inputs for monetary policy decisions.

RCCS: It is a bi-monthly survey that gathers household-level sentiment from rural and semi-urban areas across India.

• This survey is tasked to collect current perceptions and one-year-ahead expectations of households on the general economic situation, employment scenario, price trends, income and spending from households living in rural and semi-urban areas across 31 States/ Union Territories (UTs).

UCCS: It is a bi-monthly survey capturing the sentiments of urban households on the economy, employment, income, spending and prices.

• The survey gauges short-term shifts in consumer sentiment by collecting qualitative responses on the general economic situations, employment scenario, price trends, income and spending patterns from urban households across 19 cities.

About Reserve Bank of India (RBI):
Governor- Sanjay Malhotra (26th)
Headquarters- Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established- April 01, 1935

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

Gogabeel Lake in Bihar Designated as India’s 94th Ramsar SiteIn October 2025, Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) announced that Gogabeel Lake in Katihar district of Bihar has been officially designated as Ramsar Convention Sites of International Importance, bringing the total number of internationally recognised Ramsar sites in India to 94.

• With this addition, Bihar now has six Ramsar Sites, ranking third in India after Tamil Nadu(TN) (20 sites) and Uttar Pradesh(UP) (10 sites).

Ramsar Sites in India:
Total Area: India now hosts 94 Ramsar sites, covering a total area of 13,60,805 hectares.
Global Dominance:With the latest additions, India holds the highest number of Ramsar Sites in South Asia and ranks first in Asia, while globally, it stands third, after the United Kingdom(UK) (176 sites) and Mexico (144 sites).
1st Ramsar Sites in India: In 1981, Chilka Lake (Odisha) and Keoladeo National Park (NP) (Rajasthan) were recognised as the1st Ramsar sites in India.
Recently Added Ramsar Sites: Before Gogabeel Lake, Gokul Jalashay (448 ha) in Buxar district and Udaipur Jheel (319 ha) in West Champaran district were designated as India’s 92nd and 93rd Ramsar Sites, respectively.
About Ramsar Convention on Wetlands:
The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands was adopted in 1971 and came into force in 1975.
Secretary-General (SG)- Dr. Musonda Mumba
Headquarters – Gland, Switzerland.
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Sunil Kant Munjal Conferred France’s Chevalier de l’Ordre national du Mérite
In October 2025, Sunil Kant Munjal, Chairman of Hero Enterprise and Founder of the Serendipity Arts Foundation, was conferred the Chevalier de l’Ordre national du Mérite (Knight of the National Order of Merit), one of France’s highest civilian honours, by the Ambassador of French to India H.E. Thierry Mathou, in New Delhi, Delhi.

• The award recognises his contributions to education, culture, and innovation, and his efforts in strengthening cultural and institutional ties between France and India through arts and philanthropy.

About Chevalier de l’Ordre national du Mérite:
Overview: Knight of the National Order of Merit was instituted in 1963 by General Charles de Gaulle.
Purpose: The honour is conferred upon individuals who have rendered distinguished services in public, civil, military, or private fields.
Classes of the Order: The Ordre national du Mérite consists of five classes including three ranks Chevalier (Knight), Officier (Officer), Commandeur (Commander), and two higher dignities Grand Officier (Grand Officer), and Grand-Croix (Grand Cross).

APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya  Felicitated Rohit Shetty, Harbhajan Singh, and Saina Nehwal as Fit India Icons
On November 01, 2025, Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya,  Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports(MYAS) and Ministry of Labor & Employment(MoL&E) felicitated Bollywood filmmaker Rohit Shetty, World Cup-winning cricketer Harbhajan Singh, and Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal as Fit India Icons during the ‘National Fitness & Wellness Conclave 2025’ held at The Trident, Mumbai, Maharashtra.

About National Fitness Conclave 2025:
Overview: The conclave highlighted fitness as a national priority and a driver of economic growth, urging India’s youth, over 65% of the populatio, to adopt fitness as a habit to achieve the Viksit Bharat @ 2047 vision.
Fit India Mission:  The event celebrated India’s expanding fitness and wellness movement under the Fit India Mission, marking a significant step towards building a Fit and Viksit Bharat as the theme.
Felicitation: Union Minister of State(MoS) Raksha Nikhil Khadse, MYAS honored icons Saiyami Kher, Shivoham, and Vrinda Bhatt for promoting fitness and community wellness.
Ambassadors: Fit India Champions such as Karan Tacker, Vishwas Patil, and Krishna Prakash were recognized as ambassadors for their efforts to inspire citizens toward active lifestyles.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

ISRO Launched India’s Heaviest Military Communication Satellite ‘CMS-03’ from Sriharikota, APIn November 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched India’s heaviest military communication satellite named ‘CMS-03’ or also known as GSAT-7R, which weighs 4,410 kilogram (kg), aboard its indigenously made ‘Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3-M5)’ rocket, also dubbed as ‘Bahubali’ from the Second Launch Pad at Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC)in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh (AP).

• LVM3-M5 rocket, previously known as Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV Mk-III), has successfully deployed the country’s heaviest communication satellite into the designated Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO).
• This marked the 5th operational flight of LVM3 launcher, previously used for ‘Chandrayaan-3 mission’, where in, India became the world’s 1st country to land successfully near the lunar South Pole.

CMS-03 or GSAT-7R: It is a multi-band communication satellite that will enhance communication services across the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) for the Indian Navy (IN).

• It features various indigenous state-of-the-art components developed specifically to meet the IN’s operational requirements.
• GSAT-7 will replace GSAT-7 (Rukmini), which was launched in 2013 on Ariane-5 rocket.
• This newly launched communication satellite is designed to provide services for at least 15 years.

About Indian Space Research Organisation(ISRO):
Chairman- Dr. V. Narayanan
Headquarters- Bengaluru, Karnataka
Established- 1969
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SPORTS

Indian Women’s Cricket Team Won First-Ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 Title Defeating South AfricaOn 2nd November 2025, the Indian Women’s Cricket Team won first-ever International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s One Day International (ODI) World Cup 2025 title, defeating South Africa by 52 runs in the final match held at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra).

• The 13th edition of the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 was held from September 30 to November 2, 2025.

About ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025:
Player of the Match: Shafali Verma (21 years) delivered a match-winning all-round performance of 87 runs and 2 wickets, earning the Player of the Match award in India’s historic first Women’s ODI World Cup victory.
Player of the Tournament: Deepti Sharma scored 58 runs and took 5/39 to become the first Indian with a five-wicket haul in a Women’s World Cup final, earning the Player of the tournament award with 215 runs and 22 wickets.
Batting Record: Smriti Mandhana scored 434 runs at an average of 54.25, including one century and two fifties, becoming India’s highest run-getter of the tournament, surpassing Mithali Raj’s 409 runs (2017) and finishing second overall behind Laura Wolvaardt (470 runs).
Tournament Prize Money: The 2025 ICC Women’s World Cup featured a total prize pool of Rs. 37.3 crore, reflecting a 239% rise from the previous edition. India, the champions, claimed USD 6.58 million (over Rs. 55 crore), while South Africa, the runners-up, received USD 3.24 million (around Rs. 27 crore).
BCCI Reward: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced an additional Rs.51 crore cash prize for the team, as declared by Secretary Devajit Saikia, BCCI.
Recent Retirements in Women’s Cricket (2025):

• New Zealand (NZ) Women’s Cricket Team Captain Sophie Devine announced her retirement from One Day Internationals (ODIs).
• Indian batter Veda Krishnamurthy announced her retirement from international cricket, concluding a 13-year career representing India in both One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).

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New Zealand’s Former Captain Kane Williamson Announced T20I Retirement
In November 2025, former captain of New Zealand’s men’s cricket team, Kane Stuart Williamson announced his retirement from T-20 International (T20I) cricket format with immediate effect.

• However, Williamson will continue to play Test and One Day International (ODI) cricket for New Zealand.

About Kane Williamson:
Debut in T20I: Williamson, who debuted in T20I in 2011, represented New Zealand cricket team in 93 T20I matches.
Lead New Zealand’s T20 Team: Over the decade long career in T20I, Kane captained New Zealand on 75 occasions. Under his captainship, New Zealand reached the semi-final of the T20 World Cups in 2016 and 2022, and even reached the final in 2021 edition.
New Zealand’s 2nd Highest Run-scorer in T20I: Williamson retires as the 2nd highest run-scorer for New Zealand in men’s T-20I with 2575 runs at an average of 33.44, including 18 half-centuries (50s) and has a highest score of 95.
Adviser for IPL’s LSG: In October 2025, he was appointed the strategic adviser for the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for 2026 season.
Tournament History: Kane Williamson’s innings of 85 runs in the 2021 T20 World Cup final against Australia stands as the highest individual score by a captain in any edition of the Men’s T20 World Cup.

Indian Oil Mumbai Clinched Indian Oil Surjit Hockey Trophy for 3rd Consecutive Year
In November 2025, Indian Oil Mumbai won the 42nd edition of Indian Oil Servo Surjit Hockey Trophy for the 3rd consecutive year and 7th time overall, by defeating Indian Railways (IR) Delhi by 2-1 in the final match held at the Olympian Surjit Hockey Stadium in Jalandhar, Punjab.

• Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, who attended the event as Chief Guest, has announced that the state government will provide Rs 25 lakh to Surjit Hockey Society.

Key Highlights of the Tournament:
Monetary Prize: The winning team received the winner’s trophy along with a monetary prize of Rs 5.51 lakh. While, the 1st runner-up team i.e. IR Delhi was honored with the runner-up trophy along with a monetary prize of 2.50 lakh.
Other Prize: Talwinder Singh (Indian Oil Mumbai team) was named the best player of the tournament.

• While Punjab Police team Captain Olympian Harmanpreet Singh was named the best scorer of the tournament and received the cash prize of Rs 51,000.

OBITUARY

Renowned Litterateur and Padma Shree Awardee Ramdarash Mishra passed away In October 2025, Ramdarash Mishra, a celebrated Indian poet, writer, and academic known for his immense contributions to modern Hindi literature, passed away in New Delhi, Delhi at the age of 101. He was born on August 15, 1924, in Dumri village, Gorakhpur district, (then United Provinces of Agra & Oudh in British India), Uttar Pradesh(UP).

• He was conferred with the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award, in 2025 in the field of Literature and Education.

Early Life and Academic Career
Legacy: His passing marks the end of an era in Hindi literature, leaving behind an enduring legacy that continues through platforms like Kavita Kosh and Rekhta.
Literary Journey
Career: With a career spanning over seven decades, Mishra became a defining voice in post-independence Hindi literature.
His Work: His works reflected India’s social transitions, rural values, and the changing face of human relationships.
Known For: He was known for balancing creative writing and literary criticism, establishing himself as both a poet and a thinker.
Major Works
As Author: He authored over 150 books, including 32 poetry collections, 15 novels, 30 short-story anthologies, and numerous essays and memoirs.
Famous Poems: His celebrated poems like “Banaaya Hai Maine Ye Ghar Dhire-Dhire” and “Sadak Ne Kaha” capture simplicity, nature, and emotion.
Milestones: His poetry collection Main Toh Yahan Hoon and novel Agni Ki Hansi are considered milestones in contemporary Hindi literature.
Awards of Ramdarash Mishra:

• He received the Saraswati Samman award  in the year 2021 for his famous poetry Main Toh Yahan Hoon.
• He received Sahitya Akademi Award in the year 2015 for his poem Agni Ki Hansi.
• He received the Vyas Samman Award in the year 2011 for his lifetime contribution to Hindi literature.

STATE NEWS

Delhi Govt Launches ‘Pink Saheli Smart Card’ for Free Bus Travel for Women and Transgenders
In November 2025, Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister (CM) of Delhi, launched the ‘Pink Saheli Smart Card’ initiative to provide free and convenient travel for women and transgender commuters on Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and cluster buses, promoting safer, more inclusive, and accessible public transport in Delhi.

About Pink Saheli Smart Card:
Replacement: The smart card replaces the older pink-paper ticket system and is issued under the National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) framework.
Eligibility: Applicants are required to be bona fide residents of Delhi, be women, girls, or transgender individuals aged 12 years and above, and provide valid identification proof during the application process.
Feature: The digital smart card system securely delivers benefits to eligible users while allowing the card to be recharged for use across other transit systems in Delhi, ensuring efficient, integrated, and flexible commuting.
Benefits: The initiative reduces travel costs, enhances safety and accessibility, promotes financial inclusion and sustainability, and helps decongest roads by encouraging public transport use.

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