Current Affairs One - Liner : 3rd December 2025

National:

• In December 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi renamed the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) as “Seva Tirth” under the Central Vista Redevelopment Project. The new name reflects a shift in governance from satta (power) to seva (service). Alongside, Raj Bhavan and Raj Niwas were renamed Lok Bhavan and Lok Niwas, while the Central Secretariat became Kartavya Bhavan.

International:

• On 1 December 2025, Oxford University Press (OUP) announced “Rage Bait” as the Word of the Year 2025. The term refers to online content deliberately designed to provoke anger or outrage. It was chosen after a global public vote of 30,000+ participants, beating contenders Aura Farming and Biohack. The selection reflects growing concerns about digital manipulation, online discourse, and mental well‑being.

Science & Technology:

• On 3 December 2025, scientists at CeNS Bengaluru developed a new method to improve water-splitting catalysts. It enhances the oxygen evolution reaction (OER), the slow step in electrolysis. The innovation uses coordination polymers (COPs) with exposed active sites for better performance. This breakthrough supports clean hydrogen production and India’s green energy mission.

Sports:

• On 30 November 2025, the India U-17 men’s football team qualified for the 2026 AFC U-17 Asian Cup after defeating Iran 2–1 in their final Group D qualifier at the EKA Arena, Ahmedabad. Goals from Dallalmuon Gangte and Gunleiba Wangkheirakpam sealed the comeback victory. The tournament will be held in Saudi Arabia from 7–24 May 2026, marking India’s 10th appearance in the competition.

Defence:

• On December 2, 2025, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully tested an indigenous fighter aircraft escape system at Chandigarh. The high‑speed rocket‑sled trial validated canopy severance, ejection sequencing, and complete aircrew recovery, marking a major leap in India’s self‑reliance in defence safety systems.

Important Days:

• The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is observed every year on 3 December. In 2025, the theme was “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.” It was proclaimed by the United Nations in 1992 to promote rights, dignity, and inclusion. The day highlights the need for equal participation and empowerment of over 1.3 billion people with disabilities worldwide.
• World Computer Literacy Day is observed every year on December 2 to promote digital literacy. It was started in 2001 by NIIT, India to bridge the digital divide. The 2025 theme was “Digital Empowerment for Inclusive Growth”. It highlights the role of technology in education, innovation, and inclusive development.

Appointments:

• On 3 December 2025, Jeyandran Venugopal was appointed as President & CEO of Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL). He is a former Flipkart Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) with 25 years of global experience. He will work with Isha Ambani under the guidance of Mukesh Ambani and Manoj Modi.
• Usha Janakiraman has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) effective December 1, 2025. She will lead the Department of Supervision (Risk, Analytics & Vulnerability Assessment), strengthening RBI’s risk monitoring framework. Previously, she served as Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Regulation at RBI’s Central Office in Mumbai.
• Ramakrishnan Chander has been appointed as the Managing Director of LIC of India effective December 1, 2025, with his tenure lasting until September 30, 2027 or further orders. He joined LIC in 1990 and has served in diverse roles across marketing, pensions, investments, and international operations. Before this appointment, he was the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) and Executive Director (Investment – Front Office).

Questions:

Q1. Under the Central Vista Redevelopment Project, the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) was renamed as which of the following in December 2025?
a) Kartavya Bhavan
b) Lok Bhavan
c) Seva Tirth
d) Lok Niwas

Answer: c) In December 2025, PM Narendra Modi renamed the PMO as “Seva Tirth”, symbolising a shift from power (satta) to service (seva).

Q2. Who was appointed President & CEO of Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd in December 2025?
a) Manoj Modi
b) Jeyandran Venugopal
c) Mukesh Ambani
d) Isha Ambani

Answer: b) Jeyandran Venugopal, former Flipkart CPTO, was appointed President & CEO of RRVL.