The political landscape of Bangladesh was shaken by a historic verdict delivered by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, ousted after a massive student uprising that led to the fall of her government, was sentenced to death for crimes against humanity. The trial, conducted in Hasina's absence, drew criticism and allegations of political vendetta.
The ICT announced the death sentence after months of proceedings. The charges centred around alleged crimes against humanity committed during the unrest preceding her ouster.
In a major step towards strengthening India's energy security, Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri announced that Indian public sector oil companies, for the first time, signed a one-year deal to import liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) from the United States.
Highlighting India's position as one of the largest and the fastest-growing LPG markets in the world, Puri said that the new agreement marks a significant milestone in the country's efforts to diversify its LPG sourcing.
RBI Approves Appointment of S. Krishnan as Chairman of J&K Bank
S. Krishnan, a seasoned banking professional, was appointed as the part-time chairman of Jammu and Kashmir Bank (J&K Bank). The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved his appointment, which officially came into effect in November 2025, and will continue till March 26, 2028.
S. Krishnan is a veteran banker with decades of experience in public sector banking. He previously held leadership roles, including,
Managing Director & CEO of Punjab & Sind Bank and MD & CEO of Tamilnad Mercantile Bank.
SpaceX Launches NASA's Sentinel-6BA Satellite to Monitor Sea leVel Change
SpaceX launched NASA's Sentinel-6B satellite aimed at monitoring sea level change, the US space agency said.
Sentinel-6B is an Earth-observing satellite jointly developed by NASA and US and European partners to observe the ocean and measure sea level rise. The satellite will build on over 30 years of sea level data to improve weather forecasts.
It will help improve coastal planning, protect critical infrastructure, and advance weather forecasts.
This is the second Sentinel-6 satellite Falcon 9 launched after delivering the Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich satellite to orbit in November 2020.
Sentinel-6B will deliver data on about 90 per cent of Earth's ocean, providing direct benefits to humanity.
Karnataka Launches KEO, an Affordable AI PC
The Karnataka government launched KEO (knowledge-driven, economical, open-source), a personal computer powered by RISC-V processors and a Linux-based operating system. IT-BT (IT and biotech) minister Priyanak Kharge said that these affordable "AI-ready computers" aim to address the digital divide in the state. He added that Karnataka stands at only 15%, far below what's required for modern education and digital-first jobs.
Positioned as a low-cost, open-source device, KEO comes with 4G, wi-fi, USB-A, USB-C, and HDMI ports, and an audio jack. It also includes an on-device AI core and is preloaded with BUDDH, an AI agent trained on the Karnataka DSERT (department of state education research and training) syllabus to support students in low-connectivity areas.
Sangakkara Returns as Rajasthan Royals' Head Coach
Kumar Sangakkara returned as the Head Coach of Rajasthan Royals ahead of IPL 2026, apart from continuing in his role as the Director of Cricket, the franchise announced.
Sangakkara had served in the role of head coach from 2021 to 2024, before Rahul Dravid took over the position for IPL 2025. Under Sangakkara, Royals had played the final in 2022 and reached the playoffs in IPL 2024.
Sansad Sports Festival Begins at SMS Stadium
The 'Sansad Sports Festival', organised on the theme of 'Fit India, Hit India' by the country's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, began in November at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, Rajasthan with sports and cultural presentations.
More than one lakh Jaipurites are participating in various sports in this festival which will continue till December 25.
Deputy Chief Minister Diya Kumari is be the chief guest of this programme, while the Sports, Youth Affairs, Industry and Commerce Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore presides over it.
These sports are included: Archery, cricket, basketball, sitoliya, volleyball, hockey, football, handball, wrestling, kho-kho, kabaddi, tug of war, mallakhamb, gymnastics and lemon and spoon race etc.
Luke Littler Becomes the Youngest World No. 1 after Grand Slam of Darts Triumph
Luke Littler created darts history once again as he became the youngest-ever world number one after a stunning run at the Grand Slam of Darts in Wolverhampton. The 18-year-old English sensation defeated the defending world number one, Luke Humphries, by 16-11 in the final and lifted the title for the second straight year. His dominant 16-9 semi-final victory over Danny Noppert had already guaranteed his rise to the top of the PDC world rankings. With this win, Littler also remained unbeaten in the Grand Slam and proved why he is the new face of the sport.
C-DOT Signs MoU with AP Government to Participate in Amaravati Quantum Valley (AQV) Initiative
Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Andhra Pradesh Government to participate in Amaravati Quantum Valley (AQV) initiative. The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) is the premier telecom R&D centre of the Department of Telecommunications, Government of India, engaged in the design, development of indigenous telecom solutions and deployment of cutting-edge communication technologies to meet the country's strategic and socio-economic needs. C-DOT has now pioneered development of Quantum Security solutions which have already seen widespread installations at multiple places including premier academic institutes (Government as well as Private), Government R & D labs, actual network carrying live traffic etc.
G. Kishan Reddy Inaugurates Coal India Pavilion in IITF
Union Minister of Coal & Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, inaugurated the Coal India Limited (CIL) pavilion at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025, being held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal and Chairman, CIL, Sanoj Kumar Jha, Joint Secretary Ministry of Coal Shri Sanjeev Kumar Kassi, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Lakhpat Singh Choudhary and other senior officers of the Ministry of Coal and CIL were present on the occasion.
The CIL pavilion highlights India's progress in energy security, diversification projects and sustainable practices drawing attention from visitors. The pavilion showcases Opencast Mining method, Use of Artificial Intelligence in Coal Mining, functioning of Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) at Headquarters of CIL Subsidiaries.
Goa police first in India with 100% cyber fraud response
Goa police became the first state police force in India to achieve a 100% response rate in cyber fraud calls. Its cyber fraud call centre received over 5,000 calls, and 581 complaints were registered. They also successfully responded to around 1,500 missed calls, thereby ensuring 100% accessibility, said cyber crime SP Rahul Gupta.
Nowhere in India is there a 100% response rate. Also, each call is being recorded and reviewed for quality assurance on the model of private corporates.
Arunachalam Vellayan, Former Murugappa Group Chairman, Passes Away
Arunachalam Vellayan, former Chairman of the Murugappa Group and Chairman Emeritus of Coromandel International, passed away at the age of 72.
During his tenure as chairman, the Group entered a period of rapid expansion and organisational strengthening that helped shape it into one of India's most respected business conglomerates.
Adani Enterprises Wins Golden Peacock Award for ESG Excellence
Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), the flagship company of the Adani Group, was honoured with the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Excellence in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) - 2025 by the Institute of Directors (IOD). The award was presented during the Annual London Global Convention, recognising AEL's commitment to sustainable and responsible business practices.
Marking its debut entry, AEL was the sole recipient of the award in the Diversified Sector category among more than 400 companies. The award was presented by the chief guest, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, and was received by Vivek Panda, Chief Sustainability Officer, AEL.
Belagavi Knitwear Designer Awarded in Pune
Renowned knitwear designer Asha Patravali from Belagavi was honoured with the 'Innovative Knitwear Designer Award' at the Bharat Udyog Gaurav Awards 2025, organised by Swiftnlift Media Group. The award ceremony, held in Pune, recognised Patravali for her creative contributions to the knitwear industry, including her unique wool-knitting designs, innovative concepts, and meaningful influence on the sector. Actress Urmila Kothare was the chief guest at the event. A prolific author, Patravali has written several books on wool knitting and has played a key role in empowering women by offering free knitting training through various social organisations.
Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 Celebrate Nation-Builders with a Grand Tribute
The inaugural Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 concluded with a vibrant and emotionally charged celebration at Ramoji Film City, Hyderabad.
Amla Ashok Ruia, popularly known as the "Water Mother," was honoured with "Excellence in Rural Development" award at the inaugural Ramoji Excellence Awards 2025 held at Ramoji Film City in Hyderabad.
Her recognition stood out as a tribute to her transformative work in rural empowerment and sustainable community development, making her one of the evening's most celebrated awardees.
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan presented the award to Amla Ashok Ruia in the presence of Telangana chief minister A Revanth Reddy, Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu and governor of Telangana Jishnu Dev Varma, among others.
JGU Launches 5 New Japan Study Abroad Programmes for Summer 2026
OP Jindal Global University (JGU) announced five new Short-Term Study Abroad Programmes (ST-SAPs) in Japan for Summer 2026, expanding its internationalisation efforts and strengthening India-Japan academic collaboration. According to an official statement, the new programmes form one of the largest Japan-focused mobility initiatives led by an Indian university.
The new study programmes will be offered between 15 June and 3/4 July 2026 across five Japanese institutions. Each programme focuses on a distinct academic theme:
These programmes include academic coursework, field visits, and opportunities for cultural immersion. According to JGU, the expansion aims to deepen student exposure to governance, technology, society, sustainability, and Japan's broader academic ecosystem.
Nagaland Confirms UK as Partner for Hornbill Festival 2025
Nagaland confirmed the United Kingdom as the official country partner for the Hornbill Festival 2025, marking a renewed phase of cultural cooperation. The collaboration aims to expand international engagement, highlight local traditions, and bring global artistic talent to one of India's most celebrated cultural events.
The agreement was signed in New Delhi between the Nagaland Chief Minister and senior representatives of the British Council. The partnership reinforces ongoing efforts to deepen cultural relations and create new avenues for artistic collaboration. Officials emphasised that the association will boost the festival's global profile.
The Iranian government put an end to its one-way visa-free entry for Indian citizens, starting from November 22. From this day, Indian nationals need to hold a visa to travel to the country, or even to use the country's airports as key transition points. Following the decision, the Ministry of External Affairs issued a set of fresh advisories, highlighting issues like kidnapping and job fraud.
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