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13 Dec 2025

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Thailand Prime Minister Gets Royal Approval to Dissolve Parliament

  • Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul received royal permission to dissolve Parliament, setting up general elections early next year.
  • The election for the House of Representatives would be held 45 to 60 days after the Royal Decree, a period while Mr. Anutin will head a caretaker government with limited powers and cannot approve a new budget.
  • Mr. Anutin has been Prime Minister for just three months, succeeding Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who served only a year in office.
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ENVIRONMENT

India-EU Ideathon on marine plastics concludes in Bhubaneswar

An India-EU Ideathon on Combating Marine Plastic Pollution concluded in Bhubaneswar in December 2025. The event, organized under the India-EU Trade and Technology Council Working Group 2 on Green and Clean Energy Technologies, ended with a final ceremony at the Bhubaneswar City Knowledge Innovation Cluster, KIIT-DU. Teams presented solutions across three tracks: tracking marine plastics, scalable removal technologies, and community awareness. The top three winners were Ocean Resilience India, Nautilus Nexus, and TrashTrek App. Each received INR 5,00,000 in prize money, with incubation support from the Mphasis F1 Foundation. Indian and European juries evaluated pitches on impact and feasibility.
  • Event held under India-EU TTC Working Group 2 in Bhubaneswar, December 2025.
  • Three tracks: tracking plastics, removal technologies, community awareness.
  • Winners: Ocean Resilience India; Nautilus Nexus; TrashTrek App.
  • Prize: INR 5,00,000 each with incubation support.
  • Juries included Indian and European experts.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Airport earns Level 5 carbon accreditation

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), operated by Mumbai International Airport Limited, has earned Level 5 accreditation under the Airport Carbon Accreditation program. This is the highest tier, indicating net-zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 with a plan to reach net-zero Scope 3 emissions by 2050. The airport follows the Measure, Manage, Reduce and Communicate framework and operates under a robust ESG policy with a carbon management committee. CSMIA joins a global group of about 30 airports with advanced decarbonisation maturity, including several in the Asia-Pacific region and in India.
  • CSMIA achieves Level 5 Airport Carbon Accreditation.
  • Net-zero for Scope 1 and 2; 2050 target for Scope 3 emissions.
  • Follows Measure-Manage-Reduce-Communicate framework.
  • ESG policy with a dedicated carbon management committee.
  • Among roughly 30 global airports with advanced decarbonisation.
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BUSINESS AND ECONOMY

BMW names Milan Nedeljković as new CEO; start date 14 May 2026

BMW Group announced a leadership change, naming Milan Nedeljković as the new chief executive officer, replacing long-serving Oliver Zipse. Nedeljković will officially assume the top post on 14 May 2026, with a mandate running through 2031. The decision comes as BMW navigates rapid shifts in the global auto sector, including electric vehicle expansion, software-driven services, and new mobility ecosystems. The supervisory board said the transition will ensure continuity while pursuing the company’s strategy of performance, efficiency, and sustainable growth. Analysts note competition remains intense in key markets such as China and the United States, placing urgency on execution of the next phase.
  • Appointment of Milan Nedeljković as CEO; start date 14 May 2026.
  • Executive mandate to run through 2031.
  • Focus on electric vehicles and digital innovations.
  • Strategic emphasis on maintaining position in China and the United States.

TCS to acquire Coastal Cloud for $700 million (all-cash)

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Coastal Cloud, a US-based Salesforce consulting firm, in an all-cash deal valued at $700 million. Coastal Cloud, founded in 2012, provides AI-led advisory and business consulting to help clients reimagine sales, service, marketing, revenue, and commerce. With this acquisition, and the earlier ListEngage deal in October, TCS says its Salesforce practice ranks among the top five Salesforce consulting firms globally. Coastal Cloud was nominated to the Salesforce Partner Advisory Board, a move that supports product innovations and new service development. The deal deepens TCS’s cloud and AI advisory capabilities for enterprise clients.
  • $700 million all-cash deal for Coastal Cloud.
  • Coastal Cloud founded in 2012; specializes in Salesforce and AI-led advisory.
  • Follows October acquisition of ListEngage.
  • TCS positions itself among top five Salesforce consulting firms globally.
  • Coastal Cloud named to Salesforce Partner Advisory Board.
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SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Sympol 2025 hosts ocean technology discussions at CUSAT

Sympol 2025, the Ocean Technology International Symposium, was held at Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT). The two-day event, organized by the Department of Electronics in association with the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society, brought together researchers, technologists, and industry experts from around the world. The event was inaugurated by Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory director Duvvuri Seshagiri, with CUSAT vice-chancellor M. Junaid Bushiri presiding. In his address, Seshagiri highlighted the growing importance of ocean technology for national security, climate research, underwater sensing, and autonomous marine systems. Attendees discussed collaborations and funding for future ocean tech initiatives.
  • Sympol 2025 at CUSAT; two-day event.
  • Organized with IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society.
  • Inaugurated by Duvvuri Seshagiri; presided by M. Junaid Bushiri.
  • Topics: national security, climate research, underwater sensing, autonomous systems.
  • Emphasis on academia-industry collaboration.
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SPORTS

Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship 2026 to be hosted by India

India has been approved to host the first Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship in March 2026, with the event scheduled from 9 to 14 March 2026. More than 24 Commonwealth nations are expected to participate, featuring 16 men's teams and 16 women's teams. Kho Kho, a traditional Indian sport, gains global attention through this championship, highlighting cultural heritage and competitive sport. Organizers say the event will help expand Kho Kho's international footprint and promote youth engagement in traditional games. The championship is part of the Commonwealth's broader sports outreach across member nations in multiple continents.
  • First Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship to be hosted by India (9–14 March 2026).
  • Over 24 Commonwealth nations expected; 16 men’s and 16 women’s teams.
  • Event emphasizes cultural heritage and sport development.
  • Aims to broaden Kho Kho's international reach and youth engagement.
  • Part of Commonwealth’s global sports outreach.
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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Delhi expands revenue map to 13 districts; administrative reforms

The Delhi Cabinet approved a major revision of the capital's revenue map, expanding from 11 to 13 revenue districts. Officials say the change will align revenue boundaries with MCD zones, NDMC, and the Delhi Cantonment Board, bringing clarity to service delivery. Subdivisions will rise from 33 to 39, enabling officers to manage smaller areas. The number of Sub-Registrar Offices increases from 22 to 39, reducing crowding and repeated visits for property paperwork. The move is expected to streamline administration and improve residents’ access to government services, with potential benefits for targeting welfare schemes and tax collection.
  • Revenue map expanded from 11 to 13 districts in Delhi.
  • Boundaries aligned with MCD zones, NDMC, and Delhi Cantonment Board.
  • Subdivisions increased from 33 to 39; Registrar Offices from 22 to 39.
  • Aim: reduce confusion and improve service delivery.
  • Possible benefits for welfare targeting and tax collection.
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DEFENCE

India moves to deploy indigenous Integrated Air Defence in Delhi region

India plans to deploy an indigenous Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS) to protect the Delhi National Capital Region from aerial threats. The multi-layered system would use homegrown missiles such as Quick Reaction Surface-to-Air Missiles and Very Short Range Air Defence systems, along with other equipment to create overlapping air defences. The Defence Ministry is processing the project amid efforts to boost self-reliant defence capabilities. The plan follows regional security concerns and past incidents, including during Operation Sindoor in May this year. Officials emphasise that domestic technologies are central to India's defence strategy, potentially reducing reliance on foreign systems.
  • Indigenous IADWS planned for Delhi region.
  • Uses homegrown missiles: QRSAM and VS-AAD systems.
  • Defence Ministry processing; aims for self-reliant defence.
  • Context includes Operation Sindoor-related tensions in May.
  • Shift from foreign systems toward domestic technology.
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PERSONS IN NEWS

Dinkar Gupta joins IIT Ropar as Professor of Practice

IIT Ropar announced the appointment of Dinkar Gupta, former Director General of the National Investigation Agency and former Director General of Police in Punjab, as Professor of Practice. Gupta brings extensive expertise in national security, defence policy, counterterrorism, and intelligence. In this role, he will mentor students, share practical insights, and help bridge classroom learning with real-world security challenges. IIT Ropar states that his experience will energize the institute and expand opportunities for students to engage with practitioners. The appointment highlights ongoing efforts to connect research with policy and practice in security studies.
  • Dinkar Gupta appointed as Professor of Practice at IIT Ropar.
  • Former DG of NIA and former Punjab DGP; deep security expertise.
  • Role includes mentoring students and practical insights.
  • Aims to bridge academic learning with real-world security work.
  • Shows emphasis on connecting research with policy and practice.
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AWARDS AND HONOURS

Alia Bhatt receives Golden Globe Horizon Award at Red Sea Festival

Indian actor Alia Bhatt was honoured with the Golden Globe Horizon Award at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Jeddah. The award recognises outstanding contributions to cinema and adds to Bhatt's growing international profile. Festival organizers and industry peers praised her performances and potential for cross-border collaborations. The Horizon Award marks a milestone in Bhatt's career, reflecting India's expanding footprint in global cinema. The event underscores the rising prominence of Indian talent on the international stage and signals potential future projects across collaborations with international producers and streaming platforms.
  • Alia Bhatt awarded Golden Globe Horizon at Red Sea Festival.
  • Recognition for contributions to cinema and international profile.
  • Festival highlights India's growing global cinema presence.
  • Potential cross-border collaborations with international partners.
  • Horizon Award adds to Bhatt's international honours.
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