- On 20 November 2025, the Ministry of Steel launched SARAL SIMS under the Steel Import Monitoring System. It simplifies registration for MSMEs, startups, and export-linked importers. Importers declare only annual import quantity and get a single SARAL SIMS number. This allows multiple consignments per year, reducing compliance and boosting efficiency.
- On 20 November 2025, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India and Direction Générale de l’Armement (DGA) of France signed a pact in New Delhi. It provides a framework for joint research, training, testing, and technology transfer. Key focus areas include Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cyber Security, Aeronautics, Quantum Technologies, and Underwater Systems.
- On 18 November 2025, Nagaland announced Switzerland and Ireland as partner nations for the Hornbill Festival 2025. The festival will be held from 1–10 December 2025 at Kisama Heritage Village, Kohima. It is Nagaland’s largest cultural celebration, showcasing music, dance, food, and crafts. The partnership highlights global cultural exchange and tourism promotion.
- On 22 November 2025, India, Australia, and Canada launched the ACITI Partnership at the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. It focuses on emerging technologies, clean energy, and resilient supply chains. The initiative strengthens trilateral cooperation across continents and oceans. It enhances global innovation, sustainability, and democratic collaboration.
- On 18 November 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump designated Saudi Arabia as the 20th Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA). The announcement was made at the White House during a dinner with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The status grants priority access to U.S. military equipment, financing, and joint defence cooperation.
- The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) officially unveiled a new currency symbol for the Omani Rial (OMR) on November 19, 2025. The initiative aims to provide the OMR with a globally recognizable and unified visual identity. This standardization is intended to modernize financial infrastructure and enhance the currency's use on digital platforms.
- On 19 November 2025, fintech firm Easebuzz received RBI approval for full-service Payment Aggregator (PA) operations. It can now manage online, offline, and cross-border payments for merchants across sectors. Easebuzz serves 2.5 lakh+ merchants, processing nearly 3 million transactions daily.
- On 23 November 2025, India won the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup in Colombo, Sri Lanka. India defeated Nepal by 7 wickets in the final, chasing 114 runs with ease. Phula Saren’s unbeaten 44 guided India to victory, capping an undefeated campaign. This triumph marked a historic first title and global milestone for blind women’s cricket.
- On 23 November 2025, Lakshya Sen clinched the Australian Open Super 500 title in Sydney. He defeated Kodai Naraoka of Japan in the men’s singles final, 21-11, 21-19. This was his second Super 500 title of 2025, after winning the India Open. Sen became the first Indian male shuttler to win the Australian Open Super 500.
- On 22 November 2025, Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand Prix at the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, USA. The event was part of the Formula 1 World Championship. He clinched the race title ahead of rivals with a dominant performance. Sports Category: Motorsport – Formula 1 (Grand Prix).
- The National One Health Mission Assembly 2025 was held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on November 20–21 under the theme “One Earth, One Health, One Future.” Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda emphasized integrated human–animal–environment health systems, while Dr. V.K. Paul highlighted the importance of community-led preparedness for disease surveillance and rapid response.
- The Regional Open Digital Health Summit (RODHS) 2025 was held in New Delhi from 19–21 Nov 2025. Organized by NeGD, NHA, WHO‑SEARO, and UNICEF, it was chaired by senior officials from India’s Health Ministry and WHO leaders. The theme was “Interoperability, Open Standards, and Citizen‑Centric Digital Health Ecosystems.” The summit aimed to build Digital Public Infrastructure and strengthen interoperable health systems.
- World Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Awareness Week 2025 was observed from 18–24 November, led by World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH). Theme: “Together, Preventing Antimicrobial Resistance”, promoting the One Health approach (human, animal, environment).
- World Toilet Day 2025 is observed on November 19, highlighting the critical need for safe, accessible, and climate-resilient sanitation worldwide. The theme for 2025 is "We’ll Always Need the Toilet," emphasizing the enduring and urgent human need for toilets despite changing climates and technological advances.
- International Men's Day 2025 is observed on November 19th with the global theme "Celebrating Men and Boys." The day promotes positive male role models, celebrates men's contributions to family, community, and society, and highlights important issues related to men's physical, mental, and emotional health.
- National Integration Day 2025 was observed on 19 November to commemorate the birth anniversary of Indira Gandhi. It highlights the values of unity, peace, secularism, and brotherhood across India’s diverse communities. Schools, colleges, and organizations marked the day with seminars, debates, cultural programs, and pledge ceremonies.
- Chitra Talwar was announced as the next Part-Time Chairperson of Jana Small Finance Bank on November 19, 2025. She will assume charge on February 8, 2026, succeeding Mr. R. Ramaseshan. Mr. Ramaseshan retired after completing the maximum eight-year tenure on February 7, 2026. Her tenure will last until January 30, 2028.
- On 23rd November 2025, IIM Ranchi was recognized in the Eduniversal Best Business Schools Ranking 2025, released by the Eduniversal Group in November 2025. The institute earned the prestigious AMBA accreditation along with 4 Palmes of Excellence, a mark of strong international influence. This achievement places IIM Ranchi among the top 2% of global business schools, highlighting its academic quality and global reach.
- On 24 November 2025, Bollywood legend Dharmendra, fondly known as the ‘He-Man’, passed away at 89 in Mumbai. He was one of Hindi cinema’s most iconic stars, with classics like Sholay and Phool Aur Patthar. His career spanned six decades, earning him love for both action and comedy roles.
- Viola Ford Fletcher, known affectionately as "Mother Fletcher," passed away on November 24, 2025, at the age of 111 in a Tuls
- a, Oklahoma, hospital, surrounded by family. As the oldest known survivor of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre—one of the deadliest episodes of racial violence in U.S. history—her death marks the end of an era, leaving just one living witness, Lessie Benningfield Randle, who is also 111.
- German actor Udo Kier died on November 23, 2025, at the age of 81 in a hospital in Palm Springs, California. Kier was known for his extensive and diverse career spanning over five decades with more than 250 roles in films, often portraying intense and eccentric characters such as villains, monsters, and iconic figures in both European and Hollywood cinema.
Questions:
Q1. Which central bank unveiled a new currency symbol for the Omani Rial (OMR) on 19 November 2025?a) Central Bank of the UAE
b) Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority
c) Central Bank of Oman
d) Qatar Central Bank
Answer: c) The Central Bank of Oman (CBO) unveiled a new currency symbol for the Omani Rial to create a globally recognizable identity and modernize digital financial infrastructure.
Q2. Who will take charge as the Part-Time Chairperson of Jana Small Finance Bank from February 8, 2026?
a) Ashwani Bhatia
a) Ashwani Bhatia
b) Jitendra Gohil
c) Chitra Talwar
c) Chitra Talwar
d) R. Ramaseshan
Answer: c) Chitra Talwar was announced as the next Part-Time Chairperson of Jana Small Finance Bank, taking charge on February 8, 2026, after R. Ramaseshan’s retirement.
