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Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar's 70th Death Anniversary: ​​The Maker of Modern

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

On December 6, 2025, India observed the 70th death anniversary (Mahaparinirvan Diwas) of Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar.

DGCA's Air Safety Reforms and Their Widespread Impact

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

A large number of flight cancellations and delays by IndiGo led to widespread dissatisfaction among passengers. On December 5, 2025, the DGCA granted IndiGo a temporary exemption from the new night-duty limit imposed on pilots. This move came amid persistent operational disruptions, crew shortages, and increasing passenger hardship.

Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) and its Role in Climate Change Mitigation

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) is a key pillar of modern climate strategy. Its main goals are: Reducing CO₂ emissions from major point sources (thermal power plants, steel, cement, chemical industries)

What is food irradiation? Benefits, types of radiation used, challenges, and a global perspective.

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

Food irradiation is a safe, scientifically validated food-processing technology in which food items are exposed to controlled amounts of ionizing radiation to preserve them. The objective is to enhance food safety, increase shelf life, and control pests and pathogens.

Right to Disconnect Bill Introduced in Parliament

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

A Private Member’s Bill titled the Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025 has been introduced in the Lok Sabha to legally protect employees from work-related calls, messages, or emails outside designated office hours.

Onchocerciasis

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

The World Health Organization (WHO) has officially declared Niger free of onchocerciasis (river blindness), making it the first country in the WHO African Region to eliminate the disease. This achievement marks a historic milestone in the fight against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).

Centre Eases Penalties as UMEED Portal Registration Moves Forward

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

The Union Minister for Minority Affairs announced that the government will not impose penalties or strict action for the next three months on individuals or institutions that have not yet registered Waqf properties on the UMEED Portal, giving stakeholders additional time to complete documentation.

PMFME Scheme Records Steady Expansion, Key Milestones Achieved

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

The Ministry of Food Processing Industries has reported significant progress under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme, with major components showing substantial improvement as of 31 October 2025.

Nuclear Cooperation Boost: Kudankulam Back in Focus

Current Affairs 08-Dec-2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India has renewed focus on the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP), as Russia accelerated fuel supply commitments and reiterated full support for completing India’s largest atomic energy project.