The Daily Current Affairs for 28 December 2025 focus on constitutional governance, economic performance, strategic diplomacy, defence preparedness, digital transformation, climate resilience, and scientific progress.
🇮🇳 NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1️⃣ Government Launches “National Digital Grievance Analytics Platform”
The Government of India launched a new Digital Grievance Analytics Platform to strengthen citizen feedback and service delivery.
🔹 Key Features:
AI-based grievance classification.
Real-time dashboards for ministries.
Predictive analytics to identify systemic issues.
Integration with CPGRAMS.
🔹 Significance:
Improves accountability.
Enables data-driven governance.
Reduces grievance redressal time.
📌 UPSC GS-II: Governance, public administration
2️⃣ Cabinet Approves National Strategy on Artificial Intelligence for Judiciary
The Cabinet approved a strategy to deploy AI tools in judicial administration.
🔹 Focus Areas:
Case backlog analysis.
Smart scheduling of hearings.
Legal research assistance.
Maintaining ethical and transparent AI use.
📌 Mains Relevance: Judicial reforms, ethics in technology
3️⃣ India Achieves Universal Digitisation of Government Procurement Payments
The Finance Ministry announced:
100% digital payments for government procurement.
Faster vendor payments.
Reduced corruption and delays.
This strengthens transparency in public finance management.
🌍 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
4️⃣ India–France Strengthen Defence & Space Cooperation
India and France agreed to deepen cooperation in:
Joint defence manufacturing.
Satellite technology.
Maritime security.
This reinforces India’s strategic partnerships in Europe.
📌 UPSC GS-II: Strategic partnerships
5️⃣ UN Releases Global Human Development Update 2025
Key findings:
Slow recovery post-pandemic.
Digital inclusion improves human development.
India highlighted for large-scale digital service delivery.
💹 ECONOMY & FINANCE
6️⃣ India’s Forex Reserves Remain Stable Despite Global Volatility
RBI data shows:
Stable foreign exchange reserves.
Strong external sector resilience.
Buffer against global financial shocks.
7️⃣ RBI Introduces Framework for Climate Risk Disclosure by Banks
Banks are required to:
Disclose climate-related financial risks.
Assess exposure to carbon-intensive sectors.
Align with global sustainability standards.
📌 GS-III: Climate finance, banking regulation
🛡️ DEFENCE & SECURITY
8️⃣ Indian Navy Conducts Long-Range Missile Firing Exercise
The exercise demonstrated:
Precision strike capability.
Readiness for blue-water operations.
Indigenous missile systems.
This enhances India’s maritime deterrence.
9️⃣ Government Expands National Counter-Terror Intelligence Grid
Enhancements include:
Real-time intelligence sharing.
Integration of state police databases.
Use of AI for threat analysis.
🔬 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
🔟 ISRO Successfully Tests Cryogenic Engine Upgrade
ISRO completed tests of an upgraded cryogenic engine aimed at:
Higher payload capacity.
Improved efficiency.
Support for future heavy-lift missions.
📌 UPSC GS-III: Space technology
1️⃣1️⃣ Indian Researchers Develop Low-Cost Smart Sensor for Air Quality Monitoring
The sensor:
Enables hyper-local pollution tracking.
Is affordable for small towns.
Supports clean air action plans.
🌱 ENVIRONMENT & AGRICULTURE
1️⃣2️⃣ Government Launches National Mission on Climate-Resilient Coastal Cities
Objectives:
Flood-resistant infrastructure.
Mangrove and wetland protection.
Community-based adaptation.
1️⃣3️⃣ IMD Warns of Changing Fog Patterns Due to Climate Variability
IMD noted:
Increased fog frequency.
Impact on transport and health.
Need for adaptive planning.
🏛️ STATE NEWS
1️⃣4️⃣ Bihar Launches Digital Land Dispute Resolution Portal
Features:
Online case filing.
GIS-based land records.
Faster resolution.
1️⃣5️⃣ Goa Announces Green Mobility Policy
Focus:
Electric public transport.
Charging infrastructure.
Reduction in tourism-related emissions.
📊 REPORTS, RANKINGS & INDEXES
1️⃣6️⃣ India Ranks 5th in Global Digital Governance Readiness Index
Improvement driven by:
Digital public infrastructure.
Online service delivery.
Citizen-centric platforms.
1️⃣7️⃣ World Economic Forum Releases Global Risk Outlook 2026
Key risks highlighted:
Climate change.
Cyber security threats.
Geopolitical tensions.
India’s digital and disaster preparedness measures were noted positively.
🧾 QUICK REVISION – 28 DECEMBER 2025
Digital Grievance Analytics Platform launched.
AI strategy approved for judiciary.
100% digital procurement payments achieved.
India–France defence & space cooperation strengthened.
RBI issues climate risk disclosure norms.
Navy conducts long-range missile exercise.
ISRO tests upgraded cryogenic engine.
Climate-resilient coastal cities mission launched.
📝 MCQs for Practice (28 December 2025)
1. Digital Grievance Analytics Platform is linked with:
a) DigiLocker
b) CPGRAMS
c) GSTN
d) UIDAI
Answer: b)
2. Climate risk disclosure framework is issued by:
a) SEBI
b) RBI
c) Ministry of Environment
d) NITI Aayog
Answer: b)
3. Cryogenic engine technology is associated with:
a) Missile defence
b) Nuclear submarines
c) Space launch vehicles
d) Quantum computing
Answer: c)
🧠 UPSC MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
“Examine the role of digital analytics and artificial intelligence in improving governance and judicial efficiency in India.”
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