National News
National Mission on Natural Farming: Advancing Sustainable Agriculture
1. How much allocation has the Government of India made for the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF)? answer: ₹2,481 crore
2. How many farmers does the NMNF aim to target? answer: 1 crore farmers
Cabinet Approves PAN 2.0: Digital Transformation of Taxpayer Services
3. What is the financial outlay for the PAN 2.0 Project? answer: ₹1,435 crore
4. What is the main objective of the PAN 2.0 Project? answer: To streamline and digitize PAN services, enhancing taxpayer registration and service delivery
ICAI Signs MoU with CBSE to Enhance Commerce-Based Skill Courses in BFSI Sector
5. Which organization has ICAI signed an MoU with? answer: Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
6. What is the purpose of this MoU? answer: To promote commerce-based skill courses in the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector
Shivraj Singh Chouhan Launches ‘Nayi Chetna’ Campaign Against Gender Violence
7. What is the aim of the ‘Nayi Chetna’ campaign? answer: To combat gender-based violence
8. When was the ‘Nayi Chetna – Pahal Badlaav Ki’ campaign launched? answer: November 25, 2024
INTERNATIONAL TOURIST FOOTFALL
9. Which ministry has undertaken various promotional activities to boost international tourism in India? answer: Ministry of Tourism
10. Which state is receiving special focus from the Ministry of Tourism to boost tourism? answer: Himachal Pradesh*
Economy News
S&P Global Revises India’s GDP and Inflation Projections
11. What is S&P Global’s GDP growth forecast for India for FY25? answer: 6.8%
12. What is S&P Global’s inflation projection for India for FY25? answer: 4.6%
Banking News
Canara HSBC Life Unveils OmniGen AI to Transform Underwriting
13. What is the name of the new AI solution launched by Canara HSBC Life? answer: OmniGen AI*
14. What is the primary purpose of OmniGen AI? answer: To optimize risk evaluation in underwriting and improve policy issuance processes
Business News
India-EFTA Trade Deal: $100 Billion Investment & Boost to Exports
15. With which four European countries has India signed a Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA)? answer: Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein*
16. How much foreign direct investment (FDI) is expected to be generated by this deal? answer: $100 billion*
Confederation of Indian Industry Launches New Strategy Cell
17. Where has CII established the new strategy cell? answer: Coimbatore*
18. What is the primary goal of this new strategy cell? answer: To help businesses develop sustainable growth strategies and become global players*
Appointments News
G. Balasubramanian Appointed as High Commissioner to Maldives
19. To which country has G. Balasubramanian been appointed as High Commissioner? answer: Maldives*
20. Which batch does G. Balasubramanian belong to? answer: 1998 batch*
India Appoints Dinesh Bhatia as Brazil Ambassador
21. To which country has Dinesh Bhatia been appointed as Ambassador? answer: Brazil*
22. Which batch does Dinesh Bhatia belong to? answer: 1992 batch*
State News
Delhi Govt Launches Portal for Old-Age Pension Scheme
23. How many additional senior citizens have been included in Delhi’s old-age pension scheme? answer: 80,000 senior citizens*
24. What is the total number of beneficiaries in Delhi’s old-age pension scheme after this expansion? answer: 5.3 lakh*
Schemes News
Cabinet Approves ‘One Nation One Subscription’ Scheme
25. What is the financial allocation for the ‘One Nation One Subscription’ (ONOS) scheme? answer: ₹6,000 crore*
26. What is the main objective of this scheme? answer: To provide seamless access to high-impact scholarly articles and journals to students, faculty, and researchers*
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Unveils The TeacherApp
27. Who launched The TeacherApp? answer: Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan*
28. What is the purpose of The TeacherApp? answer: To empower educators with skills required for 21st-century classrooms*
Ranks & Reports
India’s Rise in the Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2025
29. In which area has India made significant progress according to THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2025? answer: Interdisciplinary Science*
30. What is the primary goal of this ranking? answer: To highlight universities leading in research and collaboration across different subjects*
Summits & Conferences
PM Modi Kicks Off Historic Cooperative Conference in India
31. Who inaugurated the Global Cooperative Conference 2024? answer: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi*
32. Which year was launched during this conference? answer: United Nations’ International Year of Cooperatives 2025*
Sports News
14-Time Olympic Medalist Emma McKeon Bids Farewell
33. How many Olympic medals has Emma McKeon won? answer: 14*
34. Which sport did Emma McKeon announce her retirement from?
26th November Current Affairs 2024
National News
National Mission on Natural Farming: Paving the Way for Sustainable Agriculture
The Indian government has launched the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF) with a budget of ₹2,481 crore to advance sustainable farming practices nationwide. Approved by the Union Cabinet on November 25, 2024, the mission aims to reach 1 crore farmers and cover approximately 750,000 hectares within two years. It consolidates earlier initiatives like the Bhartiya Prakratik Krishi Paddhati and Gobardhan Mission to encourage Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) and other locally adaptive techniques.
Cabinet Approves PAN 2.0 for Digital Transformation
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has greenlit the PAN 2.0 Project, allocating ₹1,435 crore to upgrade the current PAN/TAN system. This initiative seeks to streamline and digitize taxpayer services, aligning with the government’s Digital India vision. PAN 2.0 will facilitate efficient taxpayer registration and service delivery while integrating PAN as a unified identifier across government systems.
ICAI Collaborates with CBSE for Skill Development in BFSI Sector
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has partnered with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) to promote skill-based courses in commerce, specifically focusing on the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector. This collaboration aims to equip students with industry-relevant skills, improving their employability and bridging the gap between education and industry demands.
‘Nayi Chetna’ Campaign Against Gender Violence Launched
Union Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan has launched the third edition of the national campaign “Nayi Chetna – Pahal Badlaav Ki” on November 25, 2024. The month-long campaign aims to address gender-based violence through awareness initiatives, community engagement, and support mechanisms for victims.
Promoting India as a Global Tourism Destination
The Ministry of Tourism is actively promoting India’s cultural and natural attractions on global platforms, aiming to boost international tourist arrivals. These efforts also focus on specific regions like Himachal Pradesh to enhance tourism’s economic and cultural impact.
Economy News
S&P Global Revises India’s Growth and Inflation Projections
S&P Global Ratings has retained India’s GDP growth forecast for FY25 at 6.8%, while revising FY26 down to 6.7% from an earlier estimate of 6.9%. The inflation projection for FY25 was increased to 4.6%, citing persistent food price inflation and agricultural supply shocks due to climate-related factors. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is expected to maintain policy rates with limited cuts this fiscal year.
Banking News
Canara HSBC Life Introduces OmniGen AI for Smarter Underwriting
Canara HSBC Life Insurance has unveiled OmniGen AI, an advanced generative AI solution designed to transform risk assessment in underwriting. Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), OmniGen AI enhances accuracy, reduces errors, and expedites policy issuance, reflecting the company’s commitment to operational efficiency and superior customer service.
Business News
India Signs $100 Billion Trade Deal with EFTA Nations
India has signed a Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein, members of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). This landmark deal grants India access to 99.6% of EFTA’s market, potentially generating $100 billion in foreign investments and creating 1 million direct jobs over 15 years. The agreement also reinforces initiatives like “Make in India” and “Atmanirbhar Bharat.”
CII Launches Strategy Cell for Sustainable Business Growth
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has launched a strategy cell in Coimbatore to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in developing growth strategies and enhancing global competitiveness. This initiative provides mentorship and guidance to help businesses thrive in the global market.
Appointments News
- G. Balasubramanian has been appointed as India’s High Commissioner to the Maldives, emphasizing India’s strategic focus on the Indian Ocean Region.
- Dinesh Bhatia has been named India’s Ambassador to Brazil. A 1992-batch IFS officer, he brings vast diplomatic experience to this crucial role.
Schemes News
Cabinet Approves ‘One Nation One Subscription’ Scheme
The Union Cabinet has approved the One Nation One Subscription (ONOS) scheme with a financial outlay of ₹6,000 crore for 2025-2027. The scheme aims to provide access to academic journals and research materials to 1.8 crore students and researchers across India’s higher education institutions, fostering a culture of innovation and research.
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan Launches The TeacherApp
Union Education Minister Shri Dharmendra Pradhan has introduced The TeacherApp, a digital platform developed by Bharti Airtel Foundation. The app seeks to empower educators with 21st-century skills, enabling them to meet the dynamic needs of modern classrooms.
Ranks & Reports
India Climbs Global University Rankings in Interdisciplinary Science
India has shown significant progress in the Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2025, highlighting the country’s growing contributions to collaborative research in areas like climate change, health, and technology.
Summits & Conferences
PM Modi Opens Global Cooperative Conference 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Global Cooperative Conference 2024 in New Delhi, marking the start of the UN’s International Year of Cooperatives 2025. The event highlighted the role of cooperatives in promoting sustainable development, especially for rural communities, women, and farmers.
Sports News
Emma McKeon Retires as Australia’s Most Decorated Olympian
Australian swimming legend Emma McKeon, a 14-time Olympic medalist, announced her retirement on November 25, 2024. Her extraordinary career includes a record-breaking seven medals at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, cementing her legacy as one of the greatest Olympians.
Important Days
Constitution Day 2024: Celebrating 75 Years of Democracy
India celebrated Constitution Day on November 26, 2024, marking the 75th anniversary of the adoption of its Constitution. The day honors the values of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity that form the foundation of Indian democracy.
National Milk Day 2024: Tribute to Dr. Verghese Kurien
National Milk Day, observed annually on November 26, commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Verghese Kurien, the Father of the White Revolution. His pioneering work transformed India into the world’s largest milk producer, revolutionizing rural livelihoods.
