Current Affairs Quiz 10th December 2025 Quiz

Exp. PNB Launches Premium ‘Luxura’ RuPay Metal Card

Punjab National Bank (PNB) launched a new premium RuPay metal credit card ‘Luxura’, in New Delhi, targeting high-end customers.

The bank also appointed Indian women’s cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur as its first female brand ambassador during the launch event.

The Luxura card offers reward points, milestone benefits, and hotel/dining privileges, helping PNB strengthen its presence in the high-value credit card market.

About Punjab National Bank (PNB)

• Founded – 12 April 1894
• Founder – Dyal Singh Majithia and Lala Lajpat Rai
• Headquarters – New Delhi
• MD & CEO – Ashok Chandra
• Tagline – The Name You can Bank Upon

Exp. NMDC Signs MoU with IIT Kanpur to Boost Cyber Security and Digital Technology Integration

State-owned miner National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC) signed an MoU with IIT Kanpur to enhance cyber security and advance digital technologies like AI and ML across its operations, strengthening industry–academia collaboration.

The partnership includes work on cyber security risk assessment, policy and compliance support, AI/ML integration, security operations, incident response, capacity building, and joint research and innovation.

The collaboration will also involve training programmes, pilot projects, research activities, and co-development of solutions, helping NMDC build a secure and future-ready digital foundation.

Exp.  9 December – International Anti-Corruption Day

International Anti-Corruption Day is observed annually on 9 December to raise awareness about the dangers of corruption and promote measures to combat it globally.

Theme 2025 – Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity

The day was established by the United Nations in 2003 under the UN Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC) to encourage governments, organizations, and individuals to take action against corruption.

Exp. Indian Army Achieves Historic First Ascent of Mount Kangto, Arunachal Pradesh’s Highest Peak

Indian Army’s Eastern Command mountaineering team achieved a historic milestone by successfully summiting Mount Kangto (7,042 m), the highest and previously unconquered peak of Arunachal Pradesh, marking its first-ever recorded ascent.

The 18-member team, flagged off on November 3, braved extreme weather, rarefied air, icy ridgelines, deep crevasses, and near-vertical ice walls, showcasing exceptional courage, discipline, teamwork, and resilience.

The expedition was formally ‘Flagged In’ by Lt Gen RC Tiwari, who praised the mountaineers for their professionalism and perseverance, calling the feat a tribute to the Eastern Himalayas and the Indian Army’s spirit of endurance and excellence.

Exp. TASL and Lockheed Martin to Build Advanced C-130J MRO Facility for Indian Air Force

Tata Advanced Systems Ltd. (TASL) and Lockheed Martin announced a new Defence Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Bengaluru to support the Indian Air Force’s C-130J Super Hercules fleet, enhancing in-country sustainment capabilities and regional/global support.

Construction is expected to complete by the end of 2026, with the first aircraft entering MRO operations in early 2027. The state-of-the-art facility will provide depot-level maintenance, component repair, structural restoration, avionics upgrades, and training programs for Indian engineers and technicians.

The project strengthens India’s aerospace ecosystem, reflects growing defence manufacturing confidence, and expands the long-standing industrial partnership between TASL and Lockheed Martin, supporting global C-130 operators and boosting India’s operational readiness.

Exp. India to host Squash World Cup for third consecutive time in Chennai

India will host the Squash World Cup for the third consecutive time at SDAT Stadium in Chennai, with the tournament running from 9 December to 14th December.

Twelve nations will compete, including defending champions Egypt, 2023 runners-up Malaysia, and hosts India, with teams consisting of two men and two women following a seven-point format with sudden-death tiebreaks.

India’s squad combines experience and young talent, featuring top players like Abhay Singh, Velavan Senthilkumar, Joshna Chinappa, and debutant Anahat Singh, aiming to improve on their best-ever third-place finish in 2023.

Exp. 6 December – National Microwave Oven Day

National Microwave Oven Day is observed annually on 6 December to celebrate the invention and impact of the microwave oven on modern cooking and kitchen convenience.

The day highlights the microwave oven’s role in saving time, energy, and effort by enabling quick and efficient cooking, reheating, and defrosting of food.

It encourages awareness of innovative cooking technologies and inspires people to explore creative ways to use microwave ovens in daily meal preparation.

Exp. 7 December – International Civil Aviation Day

International Civil Aviation Day is observed annually on 7 December to recognise the importance of international civil aviation and its role in social and economic development.

Theme 2025 – Safe Skies & Sustainable Future for All

The day highlights the contributions of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) in ensuring safe, secure, and sustainable air transport worldwide.

It promotes awareness about the benefits of civil aviation, including connecting people, fostering trade, tourism, and cultural exchange globally.

Exp. RBI Launches Two-Month Drive to Resolve All Pending Customer Complaints

RBI urges banks and other regulated entities to improve customer service and reduce grievances, emphasizing customer-centric policies and operations.

A special two-month campaign will be held from 1st January next year to resolve all complaints pending for more than a month with the RBI Ombudsman.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra highlighted previous initiatives such as Re-KYC, financial inclusion measures, and the “Aapki Poonji, Aapka Adhikar” campaign to enhance customer experience.

The RBI has also implemented transparency measures, including online applications for services, reviewing the Citizens’ Charter, and publishing monthly summaries of application disposal and pending cases.

Despite disposing of more than 99.8% of applications within stipulated timelines, a recent surge in grievances has increased pendency, prompting the upcoming focused resolution drive.

Exp. Three-Year-Old Indian Prodigy Sarwagya Becomes Youngest Ever to Earn Official FIDE Chess Rating

Three-year-old Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha becomes the youngest ever chess player to earn an official FIDE rating, achieving the milestone at just three years, seven months, and 20 days.

Sarwagya, from Sagar, Madhya Pradesh, debuted with a rating of 1,572, surpassing the FIDE minimum threshold of 1,400 and defeating older, higher-rated opponents in recognised tournaments.

He broke the previous record held by Anish Sarkar (3 years, 8 months, 19 days), marking a historic achievement for Indian chess prodigies on the global stage.

Exp. Netflix Set to Acquire Warner Bros. in $82.7 Billion Mega Deal Post Discovery Global Separation

Netflix has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max, and HBO, following the separation of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Global Networks division, Discovery Global.

The acquisition is valued at $27.75 per WBD share, with a total enterprise value of approximately $82.7 billion (equity value of $72.0 billion), making it one of the largest media deals in recent history.

The deal combines Netflix’s global streaming reach and innovation with Warner Bros.’ century-long legacy of storytelling, creating a powerhouse in the entertainment and streaming industry, expected to close after Discovery Global’s spin-off in Q3 2026.

Exp. Lando Norris Clinches Maiden Formula One World Championship, Ending Verstappen’s Reign

Lando Norris won his maiden Formula One World Drivers’ Championship in Abu Dhabi, ending Max Verstappen’s four-year dominance and claiming the title by just two points.

Norris becomes Britain’s first F1 world champion since Lewis Hamilton in 2020 and secures McLaren’s 13th drivers’ crown, marking a historic achievement for the team over half a century after Emerson Fittipaldi’s first title in 1974.

Exp. Rohit Sharma Becomes Fourth Indian to Cross 20,000 International Runs Across Formats

Rohit Sharma became the fourth Indian cricketer to score 20,000 international runs across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is, achieving the milestone during India’s 3rd ODI against South Africa in Vishakhapatnam.

Earlier in the series, Rohit also broke Shahid Afridi’s record for the most sixes in ODI cricket, highlighting his continued dominance in international cricket even after years of playing at the highest level.

With this achievement, Rohit joins an elite group of Indian cricket legends—Sachin Tendulkar (34,357 runs), Virat Kohli (27,808 runs), and Rahul Dravid (24,064 runs)—solidifying his status as one of the modern greats of the game.

Exp. Indian Scientists Discover Ancient Milky Way-Like Galaxy ‘Alaknanda’ With Fully Formed Spiral Arms

Indian scientists have discovered an ancient Milky Way–like galaxy named Alaknanda, notable for having clear and well-defined spiral arms despite forming when the universe was only 1.5 billion years old, compared to today’s 13.8 billion years.

Professor Yogesh Wadadekar of NCRA–TIFR announced that the galaxy appears as a regular, well-structured system, unlike most early-universe galaxies which were typically small, unstable, and lacking any clear shape.

The discovery challenges current scientific understanding because stable spiral arms normally take around 3 billion years to develop, yet Alaknanda shows a fully formed grand-design spiral much earlier than expected.

Researchers named the galaxy Alaknanda because, just like the Alaknanda river is a sister to the Mandakini river, Mandakini is also the Hindi name for our Milky Way, making the name symbolically connected and culturally meaningful.