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Current Affairs 12 November 2025
World Pneumonia Day 2025
World Pneumonia Day is observed every year on 12 November to raise global awareness about pneumonia—a preventable yet life-threatening respiratory infection. The 2025 observance emphasizes the urgent need to strengthen healthcare systems, expand vaccine coverage, and ensure access to lifesaving treatments such as antibiotics and medical oxygen.
Despite being preventable, pneumonia remains the leading infectious cause of death among children under five worldwide. It also poses severe risks to older adults and individuals with chronic illnesses, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, including India.
The primary pathogens responsible for pneumonia include Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib), Streptococcus pneumoniae, and the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV). The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends immunization with PCV (Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine), Hib, measles, and pertussis vaccines as vital preventive measures.
Early detection is crucial, and pulse oximetry—a simple, non-invasive device that measures oxygen saturation—plays an important role in timely diagnosis. Recognizing its critical role, WHO lists medical oxygen as an essential medicine, highlighting its importance in treating severe cases of pneumonia and other respiratory illnesses.
David Szalay Wins the 2025 Booker Prize for Flesh
Hungarian-British novelist David Szalay has been awarded the 2025 Booker Prize for his sixth novel, Flesh, a work praised for its deep and evocative portrayal of modern life. The award ceremony took place at Old Billingsgate, London, where Szalay received the £50,000 prize and the Booker trophy from Samantha Harvey, the previous year’s winner.
The judging panel commended Flesh as “a hypnotically tense and profoundly human story that unfolds into a deeply emotional portrait of a man’s life.” This recognition also makes Szalay the first author of Hungarian descent to receive the prestigious Booker Prize, adding another milestone to his literary journey.
Shailesh Chandra Becomes First Indian to Lead OICA
In a historic achievement for India’s automotive industry, Shailesh Chandra, Managing Director and CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Electric Mobility, has been elected as the President of the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles (OICA) — the global federation of automotive manufacturers.
This marks the first time an Indian executive will head the influential Paris-based body, which represents the world’s automobile manufacturers on matters such as vehicle safety standards, emission norms, trade policy, and technological innovation.
Chandra’s appointment highlights India’s expanding influence in shaping the global mobility landscape. Alongside him, Hildegard Müller, a leading figure in Germany’s automotive sector, has been appointed Vice-President of OICA, symbolizing collaboration between emerging and advanced automotive markets.
As the head of Tata Motors’ passenger and electric vehicle divisions, Chandra has been instrumental in driving India’s electric mobility revolution, positioning Tata Motors as a leader in affordable EV solutions.
Sergio Gor Sworn In as U.S. Ambassador to India
In a major diplomatic development, Sergio Gor was sworn in as the United States Ambassador to India on 11 November 2025, marking a new chapter in the expanding India–U.S. strategic partnership.
The oath-taking ceremony, attended by President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and senior U.S. officials, underscores Washington’s commitment to strengthening ties with New Delhi.
India’s Ambassador to the U.S., Vinay Mohan Kwatra, congratulated Gor and expressed optimism about deeper collaboration across defence, technology, trade, and people-to-people exchanges. Gor is expected to take charge in New Delhi, where he will work closely with Indian officials, business leaders, and policymakers to enhance bilateral cooperation.
Bharat–Sri Lanka Sanskrit Mahotsav 2025
The Bharat–Sri Lanka Sanskrit Mahotsav 2025 was inaugurated on 10 November 2025 at the University of Colombo, celebrating the shared linguistic and cultural heritage between India and Sri Lanka.
The week-long festival brings together scholars, monks, researchers, and students from both countries to promote and preserve Sanskrit, one of the world’s oldest and most revered languages. The event reaffirms Sanskrit’s timeless relevance as a bridge of cultural harmony, philosophical exchange, and spiritual wisdom.
The Mahotsav is jointly organized by several key institutions, including the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (Colombo), Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Education and Higher Education, Central Sanskrit University (India), and the India–Sri Lanka Foundation.
Prime Minister’s Visit to Bhutan
In November 2025, the Prime Minister of India visited Bhutan, marking a pivotal moment in the longstanding friendship between the two nations. During the visit, both sides inaugurated the 1020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project and signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at deepening cooperation in energy, healthcare, culture, and border management.
This visit underscores the enduring partnership and mutual trust between India and Bhutan, reinforcing their commitment to regional stability, sustainable development, and cultural exchange.
| MoU | Purpose | Bhutanese Signatory | Indian Signatory |
| Cooperation in Renewable Energy | Focus on Solar, Wind, Biomass, Green Hydrogen, Energy Storage & capacity building | Lyonpo Gem Tshering, Minister for Energy | Shri Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, Minister for New & Renewable Energy |
| Cooperation in Health & Medicine | Collaboration in drugs, diagnostics, maternal & child health, disease prevention, telemedicine & professional training | Mr. Pemba Wangchuk, Secretary, Ministry of Health | Shri Sandeep Arya, Ambassador of India to Bhutan |
| PEMA–NIMHANS Institutional Linkage | Strengthen mental health capacity building, research & in-country courses | Ms. Dechen Wangmo, Head of PEMA Secretariat | Shri Sandeep Arya, Ambassador of India to Bhutan |
Review Questions
- World Pneumonia Day is observed every year on which date?
A) 10 November
B) 12 November
C) 15 November
D) 11 November
Answer: B) 12 November - What is the primary objective of World Pneumonia Day?
A) To celebrate advancements in medicine
B) To raise awareness about pneumonia prevention and treatment
C) To promote vaccination against COVID-19
D) To encourage air pollution control
Answer: B) To raise awareness about pneumonia prevention and treatment - Who won the 2025 Booker Prize for the novel Flesh?
A) Margaret Atwood
B) Salman Rushdie
C) David Szalay
D) Arundhati Roy
Answer: C) David Szalay - David Szalay is known for which type of literary work?
A) Historical fiction
B) Exploration of modern existence
C) Mythological retellings
D) Children’s literature
Answer: B) Exploration of modern existence - Who has been elected as the President of the Organisation Internationale des
Constructeurs d’Automobiles (OICA)?
A) N. Chandrasekaran
B) Ratan Tata
C) Shailesh Chandra
D) Anand Mahindra
Answer: C) Shailesh Chandra - Where is the headquarters of OICA located?
A) Geneva, Switzerland
B) Paris, France
C) Brussels, Belgium
D) London, United Kingdom
Answer: B) Paris, France - In which year was the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs
d’Automobiles (OICA) founded?
A) 1919
B) 1925
C) 1945
D) 1950
Answer: A) 1919 - The 1020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project is a joint initiative between
which two countries?
A) India and Nepal
B) India and Sri Lanka
C) India and Bhutan
D) India and Bangladesh
Answer: C) India and Bhutan - Who was officially sworn in as the United States Ambassador to India on
November 11, 2025?
A) Eric Garcetti
B) Sergio Gor
C) Antony Blinken
D) John Kerry
Answer: B) Sergio Gor - Where was the Bharat–Sri Lanka Sanskrit Mahotsav 2025 inaugurated?
A) New Delhi
B) Colombo
C) Kandy
D) Chennai
Answer: B) Colombo
