1 Silent Hunter-Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft ‘Mahe’ inducted into Navy
The ” Silent Hunter, ” also known as the anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft “Mahe,” was commissioned into the Indian Navy on Monday. This anti-submarine ship symbolizes stealth, vigilance, and unwavering resolve. According to the Navy, “Mahe” has been designed for high-risk missions in coastal areas. Its capabilities make it a powerful and capable shallow-water combatant. The ship is capable of carrying out large and dangerous operations, including anti-submarine warfare. The ship was commissioned into the Navy in the presence of Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi . “Mahe” was built in India by the Cochin Shipyard. This makes “Mahe” a powerful example of self-reliant India in the defense sector. A total of eight anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft ships of this class will be inducted into the Navy , with “Mahe” being the first of these. The crest on this shallow craft depicts the ” Urumi, ” the flexible sword of Kalaripayattu.
2 India and Nepal will begin the 19th Suryakiran military exercise in Uttarakhand on Tuesday.
India and Nepal are scheduled to conduct the 19th edition of the bilateral military exercise Suryakiran from November 25 (Tuesday) to December 8 at Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand . According to the Indian Army, the aim of this exercise with the Nepal Army is to strengthen operational coordination in jungle warfare and counter-terrorism operations in mountainous terrain. It also focuses on integration of specialized technologies to enhance interoperability and share best practices, which reflects India and Nepal’s shared commitment to global peace and security. A contingent of 334 soldiers of the Indian Army participated in the 18th edition of the battalion level joint military exercise Suryakiran held at Saljhandi in Nepal from December 31, 2024 to January 13, 2024.
3 Cyclone Senyar to delay severe cold in West Bengal
The onset of winter in South Bengal and Kolkata will depend on the impact of the likely cyclone Senyar, which is expected to form this week. The Regional Meteorological Centre, Alipore, said on Monday that the low-pressure area formed in the Bay of Bengal has increased the possibility of a change in the weather, due to which the arrival of winter in South Bengal may be postponed for the time being. The name of this likely storm will be ‘Senyar’ , which has been suggested by the United Arab Emirates . This will be the second cyclone to develop in the Bay of Bengal in the post-monsoon season. Earlier, cyclone ‘Montha’ had crossed the Andhra coast near Kakinada on October 28.
4 India’s GDP projected to grow at a rapid pace of 6.5 percent in the current fiscal year: S&P Global
India’s economy is expected to grow at a faster pace of 6.5 percent in the current fiscal year on the back of strong domestic demand, recent GST rate cuts and monetary policy easing, a report said on Monday. Data from A &P Global Ratings also estimates India’s growth rate to be 6.7 percent in FY26, with risks to the outlook balanced. The report said that India’s real GDP grew at a robust 7.8 percent in the first quarter of the current fiscal year, the fastest pace in five quarters. With this, India’s growth momentum remains strong.
5 Kabaddi world cup :
The Indian women’s Kabaddi team defeated Chinese Taipei to win the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup for the second time . PM Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated the women’s Kabaddi team on this victory. The Indian women’s Kabaddi team defeated Chinese Taipei 35-28 in the final match of the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup in Dhaka and won the title. This is India’s second consecutive World Cup title, and it further proves their strength in the sport. A total of 11 countries participated in the tournament, which shows how rapidly women’s Kabaddi is growing across the world.
6 NCW releases new helpline number for women’s safety, 14490 to provide instant assistance
The National Commission for Women (NCW) on Monday launched a new 24×7 short-code helpline number, 14490 , to enable women in distress across the country to access quick and easy assistance . This toll-free number is an easy-to-remember short code linked to the National Commission for Women ‘s existing helpline number, 7827170170 , allowing women to seek help without any cost or delay. The new short code further strengthens the NCW’s ongoing efforts to provide immediate assistance to women facing violence, harassment, or any other form of distress. As a first point of contact, the helpline will continue to provide counselling, help coordinate with relevant authorities, and facilitate timely intervention.
7 Marburg disease outbreak in Ethiopia
The death toll from Marburg disease in Ethiopia has risen to five. The health ministry said the mortality rate has now reached 50 percent. The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said efforts are underway to contain the disease in Ethiopia’s neighboring countries, South Sudan and Kenya. Marburg is a viral disease. Its symptoms include high fever and severe headache. According to the World Health Organization, Marburg virus is a serious disease and its mortality rate is up to 88 percent.
8 Punjab: Government decides to grant holy city status to 3 out of 5 Takhts
The Punjab government has decided to grant holy city status to three of the five Takhts (pilgrim shrines ). These include the old city of Amritsar, Talwandi Sabo in Bathinda, and Anandpur Sahib in Ropar . To meet long-standing demands of devotees, the sale of meat, alcohol, tobacco, and other intoxicants will be banned in these cities. This unanimous decision was taken during a special session of the Punjab Legislative Assembly in Sri Anandpur Sahib, held to commemorate the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur. An interfaith committee will also be formed to address religious issues in these holy cities. The three-day commemoration will feature a series of spiritual and cultural programs, including the Atmaras Kirtan Darbar and Sarbat Da Bhala programs. A large number of devotees from India and abroad are arriving in Sri Anandpur Sahib to pay homage to “Hind Di Chadar” (the embodiment of the true meaning of the word “Hind”), Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur.
9 Snapchat introduces age-verification process, blocking accounts for users under 16 in Australia
Starting Monday, Snapchat has been sending notifications to users in Australia who may be under 16. This is happening under the country’s new law, which prohibits children under 16 from using social media platforms. This Australian law, which comes into effect on December 10, 2025 , will ban children under 16 from using social media. In response to this decision, Snapchat has begun age verification for its users in the country . Snapchat is asking users it deems to be under 16 to complete this verification. The platform has reported that approximately 440,000 users in Australia are between 13 and 15 years old—and now they will be required to prove their age. The app offers two methods for age verification. The first is Connect ID, which is directly linked to the bank, and only indicates whether the user is 16 or older. It does not provide information about any personal bank. The second is Key ID. In this, the user can upload his ID or use the feature of estimating age from selfie.
10 Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team leaves for Santiago, Chile to participate in the 2019 World Cup
The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team, led by captain Jyoti Singh, left for Santiago, Chile to participate in the FIH Women’s Junior Hockey World Cup 2025. The prestigious tournament will be held from December 1 to 13 .
11 Legends Pro T20 League to begin in Goa, first edition from January 26
The inaugural edition of the Legends Pro T20 League will be held in Goa from January 26 to February 4 next year . Six franchises will feature 90 players, including legends like Harbhajan Singh, Shikhar Dhawan, Shane Watson, and Dale Steyn . The entire tournament will be held at the newly built 1919 Sports Cricket Stadium in Verna. Former Australian captain Michael Clarke has been appointed league commissioner.
12 Birth Anniversary of Lachit Borphukan
On November 24th , a celebration was held to mark the birth anniversary of Ahom general Lachit Borphukan . Born on November 24th, 1622, Lachit Borphukan ‘s full name was Chow Lachit Phukanlung . He was a general of the Ahom kingdom , known for his leadership against the Mughal forces in the Battle of Saraighat in 1671. Borphukan’s leadership thwarted the imperialist ambitions of the then Mughal emperor Aurangzeb . For this reason, he is also known as the ” Shivaji of the Northeast .” It is noteworthy that Borphukan was one of the five influential ministers of the Ahom kingdom. This position was created by the Ahom king, Swargadeo Pratap Singh. Lachit Day (Lachit Day) is celebrated annually in Assam on November 24th to commemorate Lachit Borphukan’s bravery and the victory of the Assamese army in the Battle of Saraighat.
13 Actor Dharmendra passes away
Veteran Hindi cinema actor Dharmendra has passed away at the age of 89. Born on December 8, 1935, in Ludhiana as Dharmendra Kewal Krishan Deol , he served as a member of the Lok Sabha from 2004 to 2009, representing Bikaner , Rajasthan, on behalf of the Bharatiya Janata Party . Dharmendra’s career in Hindi cinema spanned nearly six decades. He was known as the ” He-Man ” of Bollywood. He began his career in 1960 with the film “Dil Bhi Tera Hum Bhi Tere .” He subsequently starred in many memorable films, including “Shola Aur Shabnam,” “Anpadh,” “Bandini,” “Pooja Ke Phool,” “Haqiqat,” “Phool Aur Patthar,” “Anupama,” “Khamoshi,” “Pyaar Hi Pyar,” “Tum Haseen Main Jawan,” “Seeta Aur Geeta,” “Yaadon Ki Baaraat,” and “Sholay.” He also won numerous awards during his career. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan, the Government of India’s third highest civilian honour, in 2012. His last film was Ikkis Hogi , the poster of which was released hours before the actor’s death.