🇮🇳 NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1️⃣ Government Launches “National Digital Disaster Management Grid (NDDMG)”
The Government of India launched the National Digital Disaster Management Grid to integrate disaster response mechanisms across the country.
🔹 Key Features:
Real-time data sharing between Centre, states & districts
Satellite-based disaster monitoring
AI-driven early warning alerts
Unified command dashboard for emergencies
🔹 Significance:
Faster disaster response
Reduced loss of life and property
Strengthens India’s climate resilience
📌 UPSC GS-III: Disaster management, technology in governance
2️⃣ Cabinet Approves National Mission on Urban Public Transport
The Union Cabinet approved a mission aimed at transforming urban mobility.
🔹 Objectives:
Expand metro and electric bus networks
Unified mobility cards across cities
Reduce congestion and pollution
Promote non-motorised transport
📌 Mains Relevance: Sustainable urbanisation, climate action
3️⃣ India Completes 100% Digitisation of Land Records Under DILRMP
The government announced full digitisation under the Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme.
🔹 Benefits:
Reduced land disputes
Transparent ownership records
Faster land transactions
Boost to ease of doing business
🌍 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
4️⃣ India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) Gains Momentum
India held high-level consultations with Middle Eastern and European partners on IMEC.
🔹 Key Focus Areas:
Trade connectivity
Energy security
Digital infrastructure
Supply chain diversification
📌 UPSC GS-II: India’s strategic diplomacy, global trade routes
5️⃣ UN Releases Global Water Security Report 2025
Key findings:
Water stress increasing worldwide
Climate change intensifying water scarcity
India highlighted for Jal Jeevan Mission progress
📌 Prelims Angle: Global reports & indices
💹 ECONOMY & FINANCE
6️⃣ India’s Fiscal Deficit Trends Improve in Mid-Year Review
Finance Ministry data shows:
Higher tax revenues
Controlled subsidy expenditure
Strong GST and direct tax performance
This supports macro-economic stability.
7️⃣ RBI Launches “Green Deposit Framework” for Banks
The framework allows banks to:
Mobilise deposits for green projects
Fund renewable energy & climate-friendly infrastructure
Improve transparency in green financing
📌 UPSC GS-III: Climate finance, sustainable development
🛡️ DEFENCE & SECURITY
8️⃣ Indian Army Inducts Indigenous Tactical Communication System
The new system provides:
Secure battlefield communication
Real-time data sharing
Encrypted networks
🔹 Importance:
Reduces import dependence
Enhances operational efficiency
9️⃣ Government Expands Integrated Border Management System
New measures include:
Smart sensors
AI-based surveillance
Drone monitoring
📌 GS-III: Internal security, border management
🔬 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
🔟 ISRO Successfully Tests Crew Module Recovery System
ISRO completed a critical test for:
Safe splashdown
Crew recovery operations
Human spaceflight readiness
This is a key milestone for the Gaganyaan Mission.
1️⃣1️⃣ Indian Scientists Develop Indigenous Semiconductor Design Tool
The tool will:
Reduce dependence on foreign software
Support chip design startups
Strengthen semiconductor ecosystem
📌 Mains: Strategic technology self-reliance
🌱 ENVIRONMENT & AGRICULTURE
1️⃣2️⃣ Government Launches National Mission on Climate-Resilient Livestock
Objectives:
Breed climate-resilient livestock
Reduce methane emissions
Improve farmer income
1️⃣3️⃣ IMD Issues Advisory on Changing Winter Patterns
IMD observed:
Shorter winters
Erratic rainfall
Impact on rabi crops
📌 GS-III: Climate change impacts on agriculture
🏛️ STATE NEWS
1️⃣4️⃣ Uttar Pradesh Launches AI-Based Traffic Management System
Features:
Real-time traffic monitoring
Accident prediction
Smart signal control
1️⃣5️⃣ Kerala Announces Coastal Climate Adaptation Project
Focus:
Mangrove restoration
Flood protection
Community participation
📊 REPORTS, RANKINGS & INDEXES
1️⃣6️⃣ India Ranks 4th in Global Digital Public Infrastructure Index
Reasons:
UPI success
Digital identity systems
Scalable governance platforms
1️⃣7️⃣ OECD Releases Global Economic Outlook
Key points:
Moderate global recovery
India remains fastest-growing major economy
Inflation pressures easing
🧾 QUICK REVISION – 22 DECEMBER 2025
National Digital Disaster Management Grid launched
Urban Public Transport Mission approved
100% land record digitisation achieved
IMEC consultations held
RBI launches Green Deposit Framework
Indigenous tactical communication system inducted
ISRO tests crew module recovery
India ranks 4th in DPI Index
📝 MCQs for Practice (22 December 2025)
1. National Digital Disaster Management Grid focuses on:
a) Military coordination
b) Climate monitoring only
c) Integrated disaster response
d) Urban governance
Answer: c)
2. Green Deposit Framework is launched by:
a) SEBI
b) Ministry of Environment
c) RBI
d) NITI Aayog
Answer: c)
3. IMEC aims to improve:
a) Space cooperation
b) Trade & connectivity
c) Climate negotiations
d) Defence alliances
Answer: b)
🧠 UPSC MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
“Discuss how digital platforms can strengthen disaster management and climate resilience in India.”
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