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Daily Current Affairs 17th November 2025 Daily GK Update
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National News
Palak Muchhal Enters Guinness World Records for Funding 3,947 Life-Saving Heart Surgeries for Children
- Singer Palak Muchhal has entered the Guinness World Records for her remarkable humanitarian work, having funded 3,947 heart surgeries for underprivileged children through her Palak Palash Charitable Foundation.
- In 2013 alone, she raised over ₹2.5 crore, enabling 572 children to undergo life-saving heart operations—her musical performances directly contributing to saving lives.
- Known for Bollywood hits like “Kaun Tujhe,” “Meri Aashiqui,” and “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo,” Palak Muchhal’s compassion-driven mission has made her one of India’s most impactful singer-humanitarians.
DoPPW Mandates Permanent Inclusion of Daughters’ Names in Govt Employees’ Family Records
- The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) has clarified that the name of a daughter must never be deleted from the family records of any central government employee or pensioner, to prevent future disputes and ensure fairness in pension benefits.
- Under Rule 50(15) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021, every government servant must provide complete family details (spouse, children, parents, disabled siblings) in Form 4 and update them whenever there is a change in family status.
- DoPPW stated that even if a family member’s name was not recorded earlier, the pension claim should not be rejected if eligibility can be established, ensuring protection of genuine beneficiaries.
- Keeping daughters’ names permanently on record aims to improve transparency, prevent legal disputes, streamline pension processing, and ensure uniform application of rules across departments.
Jharkhand Marks 25th Statehood Day with Grand Cultural Celebrations Across the State
- Jharkhand celebrated its 25th Statehood Day (16 November) with vibrant cultural programs across major cities like Ranchi and Hazaribag, showcasing the state’s unique tribal heritage.
- Traditional dance forms, including Nagpuri, Santhali, Ho, Kurukh, and the Oraon Karsa dance were performed in public spaces, highlighting the cultural diversity of the state.
- Hazaribag witnessed a grand street dance procession starting from Bara Akhada, featuring cultural troupes, school students, and traditional instruments like nagada drums, creating a festive and colourful atmosphere.
About Jharkhand
- Capital – Ranchi
- Chief Minister – Hemant Soren
- Governor – Santosh Kumar Gangwar
DFS Launches Startup Common Application Journey on Jan Samarth Portal to Streamline PSB Credit Access
- Department of Financial Services (DFS) launched the Startup Common Application journey on the Jan Samarth Portal during the PSBs review meeting in New Delhi.
- The platform, developed by IBA in collaboration with PSB Alliance, offers startups a single digital window to apply for loans, compare offers, and track applications across all public sector banks.
- Backed by a Model Loan Scheme, startups can avail loans up to ₹20 crore under the Government’s Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (DPIIT).
- The portal integrates data sources like PAN, GST, Udyam, ITRs, and credit bureaus, ensuring faster processing, transparency, and includes special interest concessions for women entrepreneurs.
International News
Oman Elected to UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Council, Strengthening Global Environmental Role
- Oman has been elected to the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme for the term 2025–2029, highlighting its growing influence in global environmental sustainability.
- The election reflects Oman’s dedication to balancing development with ecological preservation, aligning with Oman Vision 2040 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- As a Council member, Oman will contribute to objectives such as expanding protected areas, conserving biodiversity, supporting climate research, empowering youth researchers, and promoting sustainable practices globally.
- Oman has already added Al-Sareen Nature Reserve and Al Jabal Al Akhdar Landscape Reserve to the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves, demonstrating its proactive approach to ecosystem conservation and sustainable development.
Banking & Financial News
RBI Announces Comprehensive Trade Relief Measures to Support Exporters Amid Global Tariff Disruptions
- RBI announced major trade relief measures to support exporters facing disruptions due to global headwinds and tariff-related challenges, including relaxations under FEMA regulations for export proceeds and advance payments.
- The time period for realisation and repatriation of export value has been extended from 9 months to 15 months, and the shipment deadline for goods against advance payment has been increased from 1 year to 3 years.
- Exporters have been given financial relief through moratoriums on term loan repayments and interest recovery on working capital loans (for dues between September 1 and December 31, 2025), along with permission for lenders to reassess drawing power and reduce margins.
- RBI has extended export credit repayment timelines from 270 to 450 days and allowed liquidation of packing credit through alternative legitimate sources when shipments could not take place; all guidelines are effective immediately.
Appointments
Vivek Singla Appointed as New MD & CEO of Power Exchange India Limited
- Vivek Singla has been appointed as the Managing Director & CEO of Power Exchange India Limited (PXIL), bringing over 35 years of experience across generation, transmission, distribution, power management, and renewable energy.
- PXIL, India’s first institutionally promoted power exchange backed by NSE and NCDEX, operates key markets such as Integrated Day Ahead, Real Time Market, Intra-Day, and renewable power contracts, supporting trading across conventional and renewable energy sources.
Recent Appointments
- DG of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) – Sanjay Garg
- Full-time Member Secretary of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in NCR – Tarun Kumar Pithode
- Chairperson of the WIPO Advisory Board of Judges for the 2025–2027 – Delhi HC Justice Prathiba M. Singh
- President of FICCI for 2025-26 – Anant Goenka (replace Harsha Vardhan Agarwal)
- Secretary in Department of Commerce – Rajesh Agrawal (replace Sunil Barthwal)
Shailesh Chandra Becomes First Indian President of Global Automotive Body OICA
- Shailesh Chandra, President of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) and MD & CEO of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles & Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, has been elected President of Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobiles (OICA), becoming the first Indian to lead the global automotive federation.
- Chandra succeeds John Bozzella of the USA and highlighted OICA’s role in promoting sustainable mobility, net-zero goals, regional diversity, and safer, environmentally friendly vehicles.
- OICA, founded in 1919, is a global federation of 36 national automotive associations, collaborating with UNECE WP.29, compiling global production and sales data, and supporting international motor shows; Hildegard Müller of Germany was named vice-president.
Khaled El‑Enany of Egypt Elected as UNESCO’s 12th Director-General
- Khaled El‑Enany of Egypt has been elected as the 12th Director‑General of UNESCO, securing 172 out of 174 votes, making him the first Arab to hold the position.
- An esteemed academic Egyptologist and former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, El‑Enany has led major cultural institutions, including the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
About United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
- UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes cooperation among nations through education, science, culture, and communication.
- Formation – 16 November 1945
- Headquarters – Paris, France
- Director General – Khaled El‑Enany of Egypt (replace Audrey Azoulay of France)
- Member countries – 193
Shafali Verma Appointed Brand Ambassador of Haryana Women’s Commission
- Shafali Verma has been appointed as the Brand Ambassador of the Haryana State Women’s Commission, with the announcement made by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini in recognition of her match-winning performance in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 final.
- She was honoured with ₹1.5 crore, a ceremonial shawl, and a Grade A sports gradation certificate, celebrating her 87 runs and 2 wickets in the final that helped India clinch its first-ever Women’s World Cup title.
- As Brand Ambassador, Shafali will promote gender equality, encourage women’s participation in sports and leadership, and raise awareness about women’s rights, serving as an inspiring role model for the younger generation.
Recent Brand Ambassador
- Rahul Dravid – Paradeep Phosphates Limited (PPL)
- Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma – Fintech firm Pay10
- Sanju Samson – English Premier League (EPL) in India
- Shubhanshu Shukla – Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025
- Mohammed Siraj – Skechers India
Defence
DRDO Unveils Next-Generation Man-Portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicles for Advanced Mine Countermeasure Missions
- DRDO’s NSTL Visakhapatnam has developed next-generation Man-portable Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (MP-AUVs) designed specifically for mine countermeasure missions, enhancing underwater defence capabilities.
- Each AUV is equipped with Side Scan Sonar, underwater cameras, and deep-learning–based target recognition, enabling real-time detection and autonomous classification of Mine-Like Objects, reducing operator workload and mission duration.
- The system features robust underwater acoustic communication for inter-AUV data sharing, and successful field trials at NSTL/Harbour have validated key system parameters and mission performance.
Important Days
16th November – International Day for Tolerance
- The International Day for Tolerance is observed on November 16th every year to promote respect, acceptance, and appreciation of the world’s diverse cultures and beliefs.
- The day was established by UNESCO in 1995 following the adoption of the Declaration of Principles on Tolerance to encourage peaceful coexistence.
- It aims to raise awareness about the dangers of intolerance, discrimination, and hatred, promoting dialogue, human rights, and non-violence.
16th November – National Press Day
- National Press Day is observed on 16th November every year in India to celebrate the establishment of the Press Council of India (PCI) in 1966.
- Theme 2025 – Safeguarding press credibility amidst rising misinformation
- The day highlights the importance of a free, responsible, and ethical press, which acts as the watchdog of democracy.
- It emphasizes the role of the Press Council in protecting freedom of the press while ensuring accountability and maintaining high journalistic standards.
16th November 2025 – World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
- The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is observed globally on the third Sunday of November, and this year it falls on 16 November.
- The day is dedicated to honouring people who lost their lives or were seriously injured in road accidents, while offering support to grieving families and affected communities.
- It raises awareness on the urgent need for strong road safety measures, safer infrastructure, strict traffic enforcement, and responsible driving behavior.
Obituary
Padma Shri Environmentalist Saalumarada Thimmakka Passes Away at 114
- Padma Shri awardee and renowned environmentalist Saalumarada Thimmakka passed away at the age of 114 in Bengaluru, leaving behind an inspiring legacy of grassroots environmental conservation and afforestation.
- Born in Tumakuru district with no formal education, she worked as a casual labourer in a quarry before dedicating her life to planting and nurturing hundreds of trees.
- Along with her husband Bikkala Chikkayya, she planted 385 banyan trees along State Highway 94, often walking long distances with water to ensure the survival and growth of the saplings.
- Honoured with the Padma Shri in 2019 and recognised in BBC’s 100 Influential Women (2016), Thimmakka became a global symbol of environmental activism and community-driven afforestation efforts.
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