📌 Introduction
Welcome to the Daily Current Affairs – 14 December 2025.
Today’s developments include key decisions on digital governance, economic indicators, defence preparedness, climate action, space technology, and important state initiatives. These updates are highly relevant for UPSC Prelims & Mains, SSC, Banking, Defence exams, and general awareness.
🇮🇳 NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1️⃣ Government Launches “National One-Health Mission”
The Government of India launched the National One-Health Mission to integrate:
- Human health
- Animal health
- Environmental surveillance
The mission aims to prevent zoonotic diseases, pandemics, and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through coordinated data sharing and early warning systems.
Keywords: One Health Mission India, Zoonotic disease prevention, Public health India
2️⃣ Centre Approves National Artificial Intelligence Compute Grid
The Union Cabinet approved a national AI compute infrastructure to:
- Provide high-performance computing access to startups
- Support academic research
- Boost indigenous AI model development
The grid will operate through public-private partnerships.
3️⃣ India Achieves 100% Digitisation of Public Distribution System (PDS)
The Food Ministry announced complete digitisation of PDS across all states, enabling:
- One Nation One Ration Card portability
- Biometric authentication
- Reduced leakages and ghost beneficiaries
🌍 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
4️⃣ India–ASEAN Agree on Maritime Security Cooperation Roadmap
India and ASEAN nations adopted a roadmap focusing on:
- Joint naval exercises
- Information sharing in the Indo-Pacific
- Anti-piracy and disaster response cooperation
This strengthens India’s role in regional stability.
5️⃣ World Economic Forum Releases “Future of Jobs Report 2025”
Key findings:
- AI and automation will create more jobs than they displace
- Demand for green skills rising rapidly
- India listed among top countries for digital talent growth
💹 ECONOMY & FINANCE
6️⃣ India’s Fiscal Deficit Remains Under Control at 5.6% of GDP
According to Finance Ministry data:
- Higher tax collection
- Controlled subsidy expenditure
- Strong GST performance
This strengthens macroeconomic stability.
7️⃣ SEBI Introduces Simplified IPO Norms for Startups
New rules include:
- Faster approval timelines
- Relaxed profitability norms
- Enhanced investor disclosures
Aimed at boosting India’s startup-led capital markets.
🛡️ DEFENCE & SECURITY
8️⃣ Indian Army Successfully Tests Indigenous Loitering Munition
The loitering munition features:
- Precision strike capability
- Autonomous target identification
- Lightweight portable design
Enhances tactical battlefield dominance.
9️⃣ Ministry of Home Affairs Expands National Counter-Drone Framework
Measures include:
- Anti-drone radars at critical infrastructure
- Standardised operating procedures for states
- Integration with police command centres
🔬 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
🔟 ISRO Announces Venus Orbiter Mission Timeline
ISRO confirmed:
- Venus Orbiter Mission launch planned for 2028
- Focus on atmosphere, surface chemistry, and volcanism
- Collaboration with international space agencies
1️⃣1️⃣ India Develops Indigenous Quantum Random Number Generator
Developed by Indian researchers, it will:
- Enhance cyber security
- Secure defence communications
- Strengthen quantum cryptography
🌱 ENVIRONMENT & AGRICULTURE
1️⃣2️⃣ Government Launches National Carbon Market Framework
Key features:
- Tradable carbon credits
- Incentives for low-carbon industries
- Alignment with India’s net-zero goals
India targets net-zero emissions by 2070.
1️⃣3️⃣ IMD Predicts Mild Winter Across Southern India
Expected impacts:
- Normal crop growth
- Reduced energy demand
- Stable rainfall patterns
🏛️ STATE NEWS
1️⃣4️⃣ Bihar Launches “Green Schools Mission”
Objectives:
- Solar-powered government schools
- Rainwater harvesting
- Environmental education curriculum
1️⃣5️⃣ Himachal Pradesh Approves Eco-Tourism Policy 2025
Focus areas:
- Sustainable mountain tourism
- Local employment generation
- Protection of fragile ecosystems
📊 REPORTS, RANKINGS & INDEXES
1️⃣6️⃣ India Ranks 2nd in Global Fintech Adoption Index
Reasons:
- UPI dominance
- Digital public infrastructure
- Strong regulatory support
1️⃣7️⃣ FAO Releases Global Soil Health Report
Highlights:
- Soil degradation rising globally
- India praised for soil health card initiative
- Need for regenerative agriculture
🧾 QUICK REVISION – 14 DECEMBER 2025
- National One-Health Mission launched
- AI Compute Grid approved
- 100% PDS digitisation achieved
- India-ASEAN maritime roadmap adopted
- Fiscal deficit at 5.6%
- Indigenous loitering munition tested
- Carbon Market Framework launched
- Venus Orbiter Mission timeline announced
📝 MCQs for Practice (14 December 2025)
1. One-Health Mission focuses on integration of:
a) Health and education
b) Human, animal & environmental health
c) Digital and financial services
d) Defence and space
Answer: b)
2. India’s net-zero target year is:
a) 2050
b) 2060
c) 2070
d) 2080
Answer: c)
3. Global Fintech Adoption Index ranked India:
a) 1st
b) 2nd
c) 3rd
d) 5th
Answer: b)
🧠 UPSC Mains Practice Question
“Explain the significance of the One-Health approach in preventing future pandemics. How can India strengthen its implementation?”
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