NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1️⃣ Government Launches “National Unified Health Records Platform (NUHRP)”
The Government of India launched the National Unified Health Records Platform, a major step under digital health reforms.
🔹 Key Features:
Interoperable digital health records
Integration with Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
Consent-based data sharing
Real-time access for hospitals and patients
🔹 Significance:
Improves continuity of care
Reduces duplication of tests
Strengthens public health surveillance
📌 UPSC GS-II: Health governance, digital public infrastructure
2️⃣ Cabinet Approves National Strategy for Electric Freight Transport
The Union Cabinet approved a strategy to decarbonise freight movement.
🔹 Objectives:
Promote electric trucks and freight corridors
Reduce logistics emissions
Incentivise domestic EV manufacturing
📌 GS-III: Sustainable transport, climate mitigation
3️⃣ India Completes Nationwide Rollout of e-Courts Phase III
The judiciary announced full implementation of e-Courts Phase III.
🔹 Benefits:
AI-based case management
Virtual hearings in district courts
Faster disposal of cases
Improved judicial transparency
🌍 INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
4️⃣ India–EU Green Energy Dialogue Concludes with Joint Roadmap
India and the European Union finalised a roadmap focusing on:
Green hydrogen
Offshore wind energy
Carbon markets cooperation
📌 UPSC GS-II: Climate diplomacy, international cooperation
5️⃣ UN Releases Global Food Security Outlook 2025
Key findings:
Climate change threatening food supply
Need for resilient agricultural systems
India praised for public food distribution reforms
💹 ECONOMY & FINANCE
6️⃣ India’s Current Account Deficit Remains Within Manageable Limits
RBI data indicates:
Strong services exports
Stable remittance inflows
Controlled import growth
This supports macro-economic stability.
7️⃣ RBI Introduces “Retail Digital Credit Framework”
The framework aims to:
Prevent predatory lending
Improve transparency in digital loans
Protect consumer data
📌 GS-III: Financial regulation, consumer protection
🛡️ DEFENCE & SECURITY
8️⃣ Indian Navy Inducts Indigenous Multi-Role Support Vessel
Capabilities include:
Logistics support
Disaster relief
Long-range deployment
Strengthens India’s blue-water navy capabilities.
9️⃣ MHA Expands National Anti-Drone Policy
New measures include:
Unified drone detection systems
Coordination between civil & defence agencies
Protection of critical infrastructure
🔬 SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
🔟 ISRO Successfully Conducts Scramjet Engine Test
The test demonstrated:
Hypersonic propulsion capability
Reduced fuel consumption
Future spaceplane development potential
📌 UPSC GS-III: Advanced aerospace technology
1️⃣1️⃣ Indian Researchers Develop Quantum-Safe Encryption Algorithm
The algorithm:
Protects data from quantum attacks
Supports future cyber security needs
🌱 ENVIRONMENT & AGRICULTURE
1️⃣2️⃣ Government Launches National Mission on Urban Heat Mitigation
Key initiatives:
Heat-resilient urban design
Cool roofs
Urban forestry expansion
1️⃣3️⃣ IMD Forecasts Increased Variability in Winter Weather
IMD highlighted:
Erratic temperature patterns
Impact on agriculture & health
🏛️ STATE NEWS
1️⃣4️⃣ Tamil Nadu Launches AI-Based Flood Forecasting System
Features:
Real-time river data
Early warning alerts
Disaster preparedness
1️⃣5️⃣ Himachal Pradesh Approves Sustainable Tourism Policy
Focus:
Eco-tourism
Local employment
Environmental conservation
📊 REPORTS, RANKINGS & INDEXES
1️⃣6️⃣ India Ranks 3rd in Global Digital Health Adoption Index
Reasons:
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
Telemedicine expansion
Digital health IDs
1️⃣7️⃣ World Bank Releases Climate Adaptation Finance Report
Key points:
Funding gap remains large
India recognised for adaptation planning
Need for global cooperation
🧾 QUICK REVISION – 24 DECEMBER 2025
Unified Health Records Platform launched
Electric freight transport strategy approved
e-Courts Phase III completed
India-EU green energy roadmap
RBI launches retail digital credit framework
Navy inducts multi-role support vessel
ISRO tests scramjet engine
Urban Heat Mitigation Mission launched
📝 MCQs for Practice (24 December 2025)
1. Unified Health Records Platform is linked to:
a) PM-JAY only
b) Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
c) NITI Aayog database
d) Census data
Answer: b)
2. Scramjet engine test is related to:
a) Submarine propulsion
b) Hypersonic flight
c) Nuclear energy
d) Satellite navigation
Answer: b)
3. e-Courts Phase III aims to improve:
a) Police reforms
b) Judicial efficiency
c) Prison administration
d) Electoral transparency
Answer: b)
🧠 UPSC MAINS PRACTICE QUESTION
“Discuss how digital public infrastructure can transform healthcare and judicial governance in India.”
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