22nd December 2025 Daily Current Affairs

🇮🇳 National News (India)

1. Govt Reviews Winter Preparedness

The Union Home Ministry held high-level meetings to strengthen cold-weather deployment plans for police, disaster management and health services in northern & Himalayan states.

2. Indian Railways Issues Fog Safety Advisory

Railways released updated safety protocols for fog conditions — including speed restrictions and enhanced signalling support to ensure passenger safety during dense winter fog.

3. IMD Forecasts Cold Wave & Snowfall

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted cold wave conditions across North India and fresh snowfall in parts of J&K, Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand.

4. Centre Emphasises Disaster Response Readiness

State governments were asked to strengthen disaster management plans, especially for areas prone to snowfall, landslides and frost.

🌍 International News

1. India at Climate Action Dialogue

India reaffirmed its commitment to global climate goals at an international dialogue, stressing clean energy adoption and climate resilience.

2. UN Agencies Call for Winter Humanitarian Support

United Nations agencies urged global cooperation to assist vulnerable populations affected by harsh winter, including migrants and displaced people.

3. Global Markets Remain Volatile

Financial markets worldwide traded cautiously due to inflation trends and central bank policy expectations.

🏛️ Politics & Governance

Parliamentary Standing Committees reviewed implementation of key social and infrastructure schemes in remote and cold-affected regions.

State governments were advised to coordinate inter-state emergency response systems during winter.

📊 Economy & Business

RBI reiterates balanced approach, focusing on inflation control while ensuring adequate credit flow to productive sectors.

MSMEs receive ongoing policy support to maintain employment and economic resilience amid seasonal slowdowns.

Indian stock markets showed mixed performance reflecting global cues.

🛰️ Science & Technology

ISRO advances mission planning for future earth observation and weather satellites.

The government continued promoting digital governance tools to improve public service delivery.

🌱 Environment & Health

Air quality monitoring intensified in major cities due to winter inversion layers.

Health advisories issued for preventive measures against hypothermia, seasonal flu, and respiratory diseases.

🏆 Sports News

Indian teams prepare for upcoming global events, and national sports authorities focus on competitive readiness.

Domestic sports leagues and grassroots development programs continued across states.

📅 Important Observance – 22 December

National Mathematics Day (India)

Celebrated annually on 22 December, marking the birth anniversary of the renowned Indian mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan.

Focuses on promoting mathematics education and research.

🧠 Quick One-Liners (Exam Focus)

22 December is celebrated as National Mathematics Day in India.

IMD forecasts cold wave & snowfall in northern and Himalayan regions.

Railways issues fog safety advisory for passenger travel.

RBI emphasizes balanced growth, inflation control and credit flow.

Air-quality monitoring intensified due to winter weather.