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Current Affairs 24 November 2025
Lachit Divas 2025: Celebrating Assam’s Legendary Defender
Every year on November 24, Assam and the rest of India observe Lachit Divas to honour Lachit Borphukan, the indomitable Ahom general who halted Mughal advances in the Battle of Saraighat (1671). His strategic brilliance, courage, and unwavering commitment to protecting his homeland have immortalised him in Indian history.
In 2025, the day was celebrated with renewed enthusiasm, reflecting the pride of the Assamese people and the legacy of the Ahom dynasty, which ruled the Brahmaputra valley for nearly 600 years. Known for its strong governance, military innovation, and cultural integration, the Ahom Kingdom stands as one of India’s longest-surviving dynasties. Lachit Borphukan remains the epitome of their martial spirit.
Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day: A Tribute to the ‘Hind Di Chadar’
On November 24, 2025, India commemorated the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru, who sacrificed his life in 1675 to defend freedom of faith. Revered as “Hind Di Chadar”, he is remembered globally as a symbol of religious liberty, courage, and moral conviction.
Guru Tegh Bahadur travelled extensively across India, establishing Sikh congregations, spreading teachings of equality and honest living, and inspiring communities to rise above material attachments.
His spiritual compositions—115 hymns included in the Guru Granth Sahib—emphasise resilience, devotion, and inner strength. His supreme sacrifice continues to inspire India’s commitment to justice and human dignity.
National Cashew Day 2025: Celebrating a Global Favourite
November 23 marked the celebration of National Cashew Day, a tribute to one of the world’s most versatile flavour-rich foods. Though often mistaken for a nut, the cashew is in fact a seed of the cashew apple.
Originating in Northeastern Brazil, the cashew tree was introduced to India by the Portuguese around 1560–65 through Goa. From there, it spread across Asia and Africa, eventually becoming an important crop for India’s agro-economy. Today, India remains one of the largest processors and exporters of cashews worldwide.
India Shines at World Boxing Cup Finals 2025
India made history at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025, held in Greater Noida, by securing a record nine gold medals. This outstanding performance highlighted the rise of India’s boxing ecosystem, with women boxers leading the campaign.
Gold Medal Winners – Women’s Category
- Jaismine Lamboria (57 kg) – Defeated Wu Shih Yi
- Nikhat Zareen (51 kg) – Beat Xuan Yi Guo
- Parveen Hooda (60 kg) – Won against Ayaka Taguchi
- Arundhati Choudhary (70 kg) – Outclassed Aziza Zokirova
- Preeti Pawar (54 kg) – Defeated Sirine Charaabi
- Minakshi Hooda (48 kg) – Beat Fozilova Farzona
- Nupur Sheoran (80+ kg) – Dominated Oltinoy Sotimboeva
Gold Medal Winners – Men’s Category
- Sachin Siwach (60 kg) – Beat Paris Olympics silver medallist Munarbek Seitbek Uulu
- Hitesh Gulia (70 kg) – Defeated Mursal Nurbek
India also secured several silver medals, rounding off one of the nation’s strongest international boxing performances.
India Wins the Inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup
India etched its name in cricketing history by winning the first-ever Blind Women’s T20 World Cup, held in Colombo. The team defeated Nepal by seven wickets in a commanding final at the iconic P Sara Oval on November 23, 2025.
This victory not only marks India as the first champion of this format but also advances the nation’s commitment to inclusive sports and disability empowerment.
Lakshya Sen Clinches the Australian Open Super 500 Title
Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen returned to top form by winning the 2025 Australian Open Super 500 in Sydney. He beat Japan’s Yushi Tanaka in straight games (21–15, 21–11), securing his first title of the year and the third Super 500 trophy of his career. Ranked World No. 14, Sen displayed precision and patience throughout the match, ending his season on a high.
India’s New Chief Justice: Justice Surya Kant
On November 24, 2025, Justice Surya Kant assumed office as the 53rd Chief Justice of India, taking oath at Rashtrapati Bhavan. His tenure, lasting until February 9, 2027, is expected to focus on judicial efficiency, technological reforms, and improved accountability in the justice system.
UAE Ranked the World’s 3rd-Largest Humanitarian Donor
According to the 2025 UNOCHA Financial Tracking Service, the United Arab Emirates emerged as the world’s third-largest humanitarian donor, contributing $1.46 billion—about 7.2% of total global humanitarian aid.
Only the United States and the European Union surpassed the UAE, highlighting the country’s growing global humanitarian footprint.
Larry Page Becomes the Third-Richest Person in the World
Following the launch of Google’s breakthrough Gemini 3 AI model and robust quarterly earnings, Alphabet Inc.’s cofounder Larry Page overtook Jeff Bezos to become the third-richest person globally.
Gemini 3 is celebrated for achieving PhD-level academic reasoning, marking a major leap in AI development.
- Elon Musk – $466.2 billion
- Larry Ellison – $276.5 billion
- Larry Page – $246.1 billion
- Jeff Bezos – $233.6 billion
- Sergey Brin – $228.2 billion
China Builds the First Nuclear-Resistant Floating Research Island
China has initiated construction of the world’s first artificial floating island capable of withstanding nuclear blasts, extreme storms, and long-term sea conditions. Named the Deep-Sea All-Weather Resident Floating Research Facility, the project is being developed by Shanghai Jiao Tong University and is expected to be operational by 2028.
This technological marvel represents a significant advancement in maritime engineering and national security.
India–Israel Begin Negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement
On November 20, 2025, India and Israel signed the Terms of Reference to launch negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in:
- Tariff reduction
- Customs and regulatory harmonisation
- IT, health, and education services
- Start-up ecosystems
- Digital trade and fintech
- Agriculture and clean energy research
This FTA is expected to deepen economic ties and accelerate innovation-driven growth.
Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2025: Transforming India’s Power Sector
The Electricity (Amendment) Bill 2025 seeks to modernise India’s energy landscape by promoting competitive pricing, consumer protection, and efficient distribution.
Key features include:
- Cost-reflective tariffs
- Reduced cross-subsidies
- Stronger regulatory bodies
- Shared transmission networks
- Full protection for farmers and low-income consumers
These reforms aim to build a financially stable, transparent, and future-ready power sector.
ACITI Partnership: India, Australia & Canada Unite for Tech Innovation
On November 22, 2025, the three nations launched the ACITI Partnership (Australia–Canada–India Technology and Innovation Partnership).
Designed to enhance cooperation in advanced technologies, the initiative focuses on:
- Critical and emerging tech development
- Green energy solutions
- Critical mineral supply chains
- AI for public welfare
- Joint progress toward net-zero emissions
This marks a major strategic alignment in the Indo-Pacific innovation landscape.
Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0: A Cultural Bridge
From December 2 to December 10, 2025, the Ministry of Education will host Kashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0.
The initiative aims to strengthen the deep civilisational ties between Tamil Nadu and Kashi—connected historically through trade, literature, philosophy, and religious pilgrimage. It celebrates India’s unity in cultural diversity and promotes people-to-people exchange.
Review Questions
1. Lachit Divas is observed every year on which date?
A. 22 November
B. 23 November
C. 24 November
D. 25 November
Answer: C. 24 November
2. Lachit Borphukan is celebrated for defeating the Mughals in which famous battle?
A. Battle of Haldighati
B. Battle of Saraighat
C. Battle of Talikota
D. Battle of Panipat
Answer: B. Battle of Saraighat
3. Guru Tegh Bahadur is popularly known as:
A. Guru of Light
B. Sher-e-Hind
C. Hind Di Chadar
D. Saint Warrior
Answer: C. Hind Di Chadar
4. How many hymns of Guru Tegh Bahadur are included in the Guru Granth Sahib?
A. 55
B. 70
C. 92
D. 115
Answer: D. 115
5. The cashew tree originally comes from which region?
A. Southeast Asia
B. Northeastern Brazil
C. Eastern Africa
D. Southern India
Answer: B. Northeastern Brazil
6. How many gold medals did India win at the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025?
A. 5
B. 7
C. 9
D. 11
Answer: C. 9
7. India won the inaugural Blind Women’s T20 World Cup 2025 by defeating which team?
A. Bangladesh
B. Pakistan
C. Sri Lanka
D. Nepal
Answer: D. Nepal
8. Who became the 53rd Chief Justice of India on November 24, 2025?
A. Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
B. Justice Surya Kant
C. Justice Sanjiv Khanna
D. Justice B.R. Gavai
Answer: B. Justice Surya Kant
9. According to UNOCHA (2025), which country is the world’s third-largest humanitarian donor?
A. Germany
B. Japan
C. United Arab Emirates
D. Canada
Answer: C. United Arab Emirates
10. The Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership primarily focuses on what goal?
A. Space exploration
B. Enhancing collaboration on critical and emerging technologies
C. Cultural exchange between continents
D. Promotion of global tourism
Answer: B. Enhancing collaboration on critical and emerging technologies
