CURRENT AFFAIRS 27 November, 2025

CURRENT AFFAIRS 27 November, 2025

1. THE 19TH EDITION OF THE INDIA–NEPAL JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE, SURYAKIRAN XIX – 2025, WAS HELD AT PITHORAGARH, UTTARAKHAND, TO DEEPEN MILITARY COOPERATION –

• SURYAKIRAN: The joint exercise first started in 2011. It aims to practice Sub-Conventional Operations under Chapter VII of the UN Mandate, crucial for peacekeeping and conflict-management missions.
• Training areas include Jungle Warfare, Counter-Terrorism in Mountain Terrain, Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR), Medical Response, Environmental Conservation, and Integrated Ground–Aviation Operations.
• The 19th edition integrates emerging technologies, such as Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), drone-based Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) AI-enabled decision tools, unmanned logistics platforms, and armoured protection systems.

India- Nepal Defence Relations

• Military Ties: The 1816 Treaty of Sugauli, an agreement between the Gurkha chiefs of Nepal and the British Indian government, ended the Anglo-Nepalese War (1814–16) and paved the way for Nepali recruitment into the Indian (erstwhile British Indian) Army.
• Treaty of Peace and Friendship 1950: The Treaty of Peace and Friendship 1950 granted national treatment to each other’s citizens in economic participation, property ownership, trade, residence, and movement.

2. SAMVIDHAN DIVAS –

• On the occasion of 11th Samvidhan Divas (Constitution Day), President Smt. Droupadi Murmu addressed Members of both Houses of Parliament in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan.

About Constitution Day / Samvidhan Divas

• Date: India observes Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Divas, on November 26.
• 125th Birth Anniversary (2015): The announcement coincided with Ambedkar’s 125th birth anniversary, and was intended as a national tribute.
• Adoption of Constitution: November 26 is significant because it marks the day India adopted its Constitution in 1949.
• Adoption of the Constitution: November 26, 1949 is significant because, on this day the Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution, concluding its last session.
• Earlier Celebration: This day was previously known as Law Day but was officially redesignated as Constitution Day by the Government of India in 2015.
• Purpose: The aim of celebrating this day is to inspire people to follow and uphold Constitutional values in their daily lives.
• Coming into Force: The Constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950, aligning with the date of the Poorna Swaraj resolution of 1930.

3. PM INAUGURATES FIRST GLOBAL AIRCRAFT ENGINE MRO FACILITY IN HYDERABAD –

• On 26 November 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first global-level aircraft engine Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility in Hyderabad. Developed by Safran, a French aerospace giant, the facility — known as Safran Aircraft Engine Services India (SAESI) — marks a significant milestone in India’s aviation sector. The Prime Minister described it as a “new flight” for India’s aerospace ambitions, positioning the country to emerge as a global MRO hub and a preferred destination for aviation investments.

A Major Step Toward Self-Reliant Aviation

• SAESI has been established with an initial investment of ₹1,300 crore, located in the GMR Aerospace and Industrial Park – SEZ near Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
• The facility will cater to LEAP engines — the world’s most widely used aircraft engines powering Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX. This is the first time a global engine OEM has set up deep-level servicing in India.

By 2035, it is expected to,

• Handle up to 300 engine overhauls annually
• Employ over 1,000 highly skilled Indian engineers and technicians
• This development will significantly reduce India’s dependence on foreign MRO services, cutting down on costs, turnaround time, and foreign exchange outflows.

4. INDIA’S FY26 GDP GROWTH FORECAST RAISED TO 7% BY IND-RA –

• India’s economic outlook has received a significant upgrade as India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) revised its FY26 GDP growth projection upward to 7%, reflecting improved domestic momentum and subdued external risks. This upward revision from the earlier estimate of 6.3% (made in July 2025) aligns with India’s strong economic performance in the April–June quarter (Q1 FY26), where GDP surged by 7.8%, the fastest growth in five quarters.

Key Highlights of the Revised Forecast

1. Upward Revision from 6.3% to 7%

• Ind-Ra’s latest projection is a 70 basis point increase from its earlier estimate. The rating agency attributed this to,
• Faster-than-expected Q1 GDP growth.
• Less severe impact from the US tariff hikes than previously anticipated.

2. Strong Q1 FY26 Performance

• India’s real GDP grew by 7.8% YoY in Q1 FY26, backed by solid domestic demand, manufacturing resilience, and investment activity.

3. Official GDP Data for Q2 Awaited

• The second quarter (Q2: July–September) GDP figures are due for release on 28 November 2025, which will further determine the trajectory of FY26 economic expansion.

5. INDIA-NEPAL JOINT MILITARY EXERCISE SURYAKIRAN-XIX BEGINS IN PITHORAGARH –

• The 19th edition of the India–Nepal joint military exercise, Exercise SURYAKIRAN-XIX – 2025, began on November 25, 2025, in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand. This edition of the annual bilateral exercise will continue until December 8, 2025, aiming to enhance operational coordination and strategic understanding between the two neighbouring countries.

Equal Representation from Both Armies

• This year, both India and Nepal have deployed 334 personnel each, showcasing equal participation and commitment to regional defence cooperation,
• The Indian Army is represented primarily by troops from the ASSAM Regiment.
• The Nepal Army contingent features troops from the DEVI DATTA Regiment.
• This bilateral setup reinforces the long-standing historical and military ties between the two nations.

Training Under the UN Peacekeeping Mandate

• The core objective of Exercise SURYAKIRAN-XIX is to rehearse Sub-Conventional Operations under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, which focuses on peacekeeping and use of force for conflict resolution. The key training areas include,
• Jungle Warfare and Counter-Terrorism Operations in mountainous terrain
• Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR)
• Medical and Emergency Response
• Environmental Conservation in Military Operations
• Integrated Ground and Aviation Operations

MCQ QUIZ

Q1.  In news, Constitution Day (Law Day) 2025 in India is observed on which date ?

1. a) 15 August
2. b) 2 October
3. c) 25 November
4. d) 26 November

Q2.  In Nov’25, Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) signed a Joint Venture Cooperation Agreement with which France’s company for producing HAMMER precision-guided air-to-ground weapons in India?

1. a) Lockheed Martin
2. b) BAE Systems
3. c) Safran Electronics &Defence (SED)
4. d) Raytheon

Q3.  According to the Climate Risk Index (CRI) 2026, what was India’s global rank in terms of climate risk ?

1. a) 5th
2. b) 7th
3. c) 9th
4. d) 12th

Q4.  Consider the following statements regarding Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur:

1. He earned the title ‘Tegh Bahadur’ after displaying martial skills in the Battle of Kartarpur.
2. His hymns were incorporated into the Guru Granth Sahib by Guru Hargobind Sahib.

         Which of the above statements are correct ?

1. a) 1 only
2. b) 2 only
3. c) Both 1 and 2
4. d) Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation-

• Statement 1 is correct: Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur was born as Tyag Mal. He was the youngest son of the sixth Guru, Guru Hargobind Sahib. He displayed exceptional bravery and martial skills in the Battle of Kartarpur (1634), earning the title “Tegh Bahadur” (Brave of the Sword).
• Statement 2 is incorrect: While Guru Tegh Bahadur composed 59 Shabads and 57 Shaloks across 15 Raagas, his hymns were added to the Guru Granth Sahib by the tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, not Guru Hargobind Sahib.

Q5.  With reference to the election of the United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG), consider the following statements:

1. The Secretary-General is appointed by the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Security Council.
2. The selection process involves ‘straw polls’ within the Security Council where permanent members exercise color-coded ballots to distinguish their votes.

         Which of the above statements are correct ?

1. a) 1 only
2. b) 2 only
3. c) Both 1 and 2
4. d) Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation-

• Statement 1 is correct: According to Article 97 of the UN Charter, the Secretary-General is appointed by the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Security Council.
• Statement 2 is correct: The 15-member Security Council conducts straw polls (secret ballots). In later stages, color-coded ballots are used for the Permanent Five (P5) members to indicate whether a “discourage” vote constitutes a veto.
• For a recommendation to be passed to the General Assembly, a candidate needs at least 9 votes in the Security Council and no veto from any of the five permanent members (US, UK, China, Russia, France).

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