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Current Affairs 13 November 2026
President Droupadi Murmu Presents National Sports Awards 2025
President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Sports Awards 2025 on 13 November 2026, recognising the achievements of Indian athletes, coaches and sports organisations.
A total of 17 sportspersons received the Arjuna Award for their outstanding performances. The awardees included decathlete Tejaswin Shankar, chess players Divya Deshmukh and Vidit Santosh Gujarathi, athletes Muhammed Ajmal V and Priyanka Goswami, and badminton players Treesa Jolly and Pullela Gayatri Gopichand.
Other awardees represented disciplines such as boxing, hockey, kabaddi, shooting, para-athletics and rowing.
Major Award Recipients
Arjuna Award 2025 – Outstanding Performance
| Sportsperson | Discipline |
|---|---|
| Tejaswin Shankar | Athletics |
| Muhammed Ajmal V | Athletics |
| Priyanka Goswami | Athletics |
| Treesa Jolly | Badminton |
| Pullela Gayatri Gopichand | Badminton |
| Narender | Boxing |
| Vidit Santosh Gujarathi | Chess |
| Divya Jitendra Deshmukh | Chess |
| Dhanush Srikanth | Deaf Shooting |
| Lalremsiami | Hockey |
| Rajkumar Pal | Hockey |
| Surjeet | Kabaddi |
| Pooja | Kabaddi |
| Rudransh Khandelwal | Para-Shooting |
| Ekta Bhyan | Para-Athletics |
| Arvind Singh | Rowing |
| Akhil Sheoran | Shooting |
Other National Sports Awards
- Arjuna Award (Lifetime): I. Arumainayagam – Football.
- Dronacharya Award (Regular Category): Parveer Singh (Athletics), Chhote Lal Yadav (Boxing) and Neha Nandkumar Chavan (Shooting).
- Dronacharya Award (Lifetime Category): Dharmendra Singh Yadav (Boxing) and Virender Kumar (Wrestling).
- Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar: Army Paralympic Node, Pune.
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award Not Conferred
One of the important developments in the 2025 awards was that no athlete was selected for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. According to the supplied material, this was the first time since 2014 that the country’s highest sporting honour was not awarded. It was only the third such occurrence since the award was introduced in 1991–92.
The last recipients, announced in 2024, were D. Gukesh (Chess), Harmanpreet Singh (Hockey), Praveen Kumar (Para-Athletics) and Manu Bhaker (Shooting).
Cash Prize Details
| Award | Cash Prize |
|---|---|
| Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna | ₹25 lakh |
| Arjuna Award | ₹15 lakh |
| Arjuna Award (Lifetime) | ₹15 lakh |
| Dronacharya Award (Regular) | ₹10 lakh |
| Dronacharya Award (Lifetime) | ₹15 lakh |
Exam Takeaway: Remember the 17 Arjuna Award recipients, the non-selection for the Khel Ratna Award and the respective cash prizes.
Climate Change Performance Index 2027: India Ranks 28th
India has secured the 28th position with a score of 60.85 in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2027. The latest ranking indicates a decline of five positions from the previous edition, in which India was ranked 23rd.
The Climate Change Performance Index is an international assessment that compares countries on the effectiveness of their climate policies and actions. It evaluates national performance in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, expanding renewable energy, managing energy consumption and implementing climate-related policies.
About the Climate Change Performance Index
The CCPI was introduced in 2005 and is published annually by Germanwatch and the NewClimate Institute, with support from the Climate Action Network International.
The 2027 edition covers 64 countries and the European Union, collectively accounting for more than 90% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
The assessment uses 14 indicators grouped into four major categories. Approximately 500 climate experts are involved in the assessment process.
Key Rankings in CCPI 2027
| Country/Region | Rank | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | 4 | High |
| Lithuania | 5 | High |
| Luxembourg | 6 | High |
| United Kingdom | 7 | High |
| Morocco | 8 | High |
| Chile | 9 | High |
| European Union | 19 | Medium |
| India | 28 | Medium |
| China | 56 | Very Low |
| United Arab Emirates | 64 | Very Low |
| Saudi Arabia | 65 | Very Low |
| Russia | 66 | Very Low |
| United States | 67 | Very Low |
| Iran | 68 | Very Low |
Notably, the first three positions were left vacant because no country achieved the required standard for the Very High performance category.
India’s Performance Over the Years
India’s position has declined over the last three editions:
| CCPI Edition | India’s Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 10th |
| 2026 | 23rd |
| 2027 | 28th |
India received an overall Medium rating in the 2027 index.
Exam Takeaway: CCPI 2027 is published by Germanwatch and the NewClimate Institute. India ranked 28th with a score of 60.85, while Denmark was the highest-ranked country at fourth position.
Vivaan Kapoor Secures India’s Third Shooting Quota for LA28 Olympics
Indian shooter Vivaan Kapoor secured the country’s third shooting quota for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games (LA28) after winning a silver medal in the men’s trap event at the ISSF World Championship 2026 in Doha, Qatar, on 12 November 2026.
Kapoor delivered an impressive performance in the final, hitting 29 out of 30 targets. He finished level with Kuwait’s Abdulrahman Al Faihan, but narrowly missed the gold medal after losing the shoot-off by 3–2.
His silver-medal performance earned India another Olympic quota place in shooting.
Performance of Other Indian Shooters
India’s Udaivir Singh Jaijee also competed in the men’s trap final and finished in sixth position.
In the team competition, Vivaan Kapoor, Udaivir Singh Jaijee and Zoravar Singh Sandhu combined for a score of 354. However, the Indian team finished fourth and missed out on the bronze medal following a count-back decision.
India’s Shooting Quotas for LA28
With Kapoor’s achievement, India secured its third shooting quota for the 2028 Olympics.
The earlier quota places were obtained by:
- Jaypal Malviya: Men’s 10m Air Pistol – 5 November 2026.
- Niraj Kumar: Men’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions – 11 November 2026.
- Vivaan Kapoor: Men’s Trap – 12 November 2026.
Important Point: Quota Does Not Guarantee Selection
An Olympic quota place does not automatically mean that the athlete who secured it will represent the country at the Games.
The National Olympic Committees (NOCs) have the exclusive authority to select athletes for their respective Olympic teams.
Exam Takeaway: Vivaan Kapoor won silver in men’s trap at the ISSF World Championship 2026 in Doha and secured India’s third shooting quota for LA28.
57th International Film Festival of India to Be Held in Goa
The 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is scheduled to take place in Goa from 20 to 28 November 2026. The festival will be organised around the theme “Stories Without Borders”, highlighting the ability of cinema to connect people across geographical, linguistic and cultural boundaries.
The major details of the upcoming festival were announced during a curtain-raiser press conference held on 13 November 2026 at Taj Cidade de Goa Horizon.
Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker has been appointed as the Festival Director.
Major Highlights of IFFI 2026
The festival will feature films from different parts of the world, providing an international platform for filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts.
- Edition: 57th International Film Festival of India.
- Venue: Goa.
- Dates: 20–28 November 2026.
- Theme: Stories Without Borders.
- Festival Director: Ashutosh Gowariker.
- Guest Country: Spain.
- Total Films: 159.
- Countries Represented: 86.
- Submissions Received: Approximately 1,400.
Opening Films
The festival will begin with Fatherland, directed by Polish filmmaker Paweł Pawlikowski.
The Indian Panorama section will open with Dhurandhar, starring Ranveer Singh.
Spain has been selected as the Guest Country in connection with the Spain-India Dual Year 2026, adding a special international dimension to this edition.
Significance of IFFI
The International Film Festival of India provides a platform for showcasing Indian and international cinema. It encourages cultural exchange, promotes filmmaking and brings together filmmakers, artists and audiences from across the world.
The 2026 edition will feature 159 films representing 86 countries, selected from around 1,400 submissions.
Exam Takeaway: IFFI 2026 is the 57th edition, scheduled in Goa from 20–28 November, with the theme “Stories Without Borders”. Spain is the Guest Country.
Review Questions
Q1. Who presented the National Sports Awards 2025 on 13 November 2026?
A) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
B) President Droupadi Murmu
C) Union Sports Minister
D) Vice-President of India
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Sports Awards 2025, honouring outstanding athletes, coaches and sports organisations.
Q2. How many sportspersons received the Arjuna Award for Outstanding Performance in Sports and Games 2025?
A) 12
B) 15
C) 17
D) 20
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: A total of 17 athletes received the Arjuna Award, representing disciplines such as athletics, badminton, boxing, chess, hockey, kabaddi and shooting.
Q3. Which award was not conferred during the National Sports Awards 2025?
A) Arjuna Award
B) Dronacharya Award
C) Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
D) Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: No sportsperson was selected for the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award in 2025. According to the supplied material, this was the first such occurrence since 2014.
Q4. What is India’s rank in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2027?
A) 10th
B) 23rd
C) 28th
D) 35th
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: India secured the 28th position with a score of 60.85 and received an overall Medium rating.
Q5. The Climate Change Performance Index is published by which organisations?
A) UNEP and UNESCO
B) Germanwatch and NewClimate Institute
C) World Bank and IMF
D) WHO and UNDP
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The CCPI is published annually by Germanwatch and the NewClimate Institute, with support from the Climate Action Network International.
Q6. Who secured India’s third shooting quota for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics?
A) Niraj Kumar
B) Jaypal Malviya
C) Udaivir Singh Jaijee
D) Vivaan Kapoor
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Vivaan Kapoor won silver in the men’s trap event at the ISSF World Championship 2026 in Doha, Qatar, securing India’s third shooting quota for LA28.
Q7. Vivaan Kapoor won a silver medal in which event at the ISSF World Championship 2026?
A) Men’s 10m Air Pistol
B) Men’s 50m Rifle 3 Positions
C) Men’s Trap
D) Men’s Skeet
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Kapoor secured silver in the men’s trap event after hitting 29 out of 30 targets in the final. He lost the gold-medal shoot-off 3–2.
Q8. Who has been appointed as the Festival Director of the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)?
A) Sanjay Leela Bhansali
B) Ashutosh Gowariker
C) Rajkumar Hirani
D) Anurag Kashyap
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker has been appointed Festival Director of the 57th IFFI.
Q9. What is the theme of the 57th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2026?
A) Cinema for Peace
B) Celebrating Indian Cinema
C) Stories Without Borders
D) Films Beyond Imagination
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The 57th IFFI will be held in Goa from 20 to 28 November 2026 under the theme “Stories Without Borders”.
Q10. Which country has been selected as the Guest Country for IFFI 2026?
A) France
B) Japan
C) Spain
D) Germany
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Spain is the Guest Country for IFFI 2026 in connection with the Spain-India Dual Year 2026.
