31st December 2925 Daily Current Affairs
🗞️ Major National & India-Centric Affairs
1. India emerges as the world’s 4th largest economy
• India’s nominal GDP reached ~$4.18 trillion in 2025, surpassing Japan and reaffirming its position as the world’s 4th largest economy behind the U.S., China & Germany. Growth is driven by strong domestic demand and services-led expansion. PMF IAS
2. Delhi Govt launches AI-based grievance system
• A new AI-powered Intelligent Grievance Monitoring System will unify multiple citizen service portals for faster redressal and improved administrative transparency.
3. Govt policy & reforms updates
• Central Govt introduces Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar & Ajeevika Mission, aimed at expanding rural employment beyond MGNREGA.
• 100% FDI rules notified for the insurance sector to attract global capital with key leadership held by Indian residents.
4. Strategic Defence & Security
• Large cache of weapons and explosives recovered from Naxalite hideouts in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma district.
• Indian Army to showcase animal contingent in Republic Day 2026 parade.
5. Civic & Public Safety Measures
• Delhi Police rolls out intensified enforcement against drunk driving & stunts on New Year’s Eve with ~20,000 personnel deployed across hotspots.
6. Public Awareness & Social Developments
• Strikes and protests by gig workers affect food delivery operations (Zomato, Swiggy adjusting payouts).
🌍 International Affairs
1. New Year Global Events & Security
• Worldwide New Year’s Eve celebrations underway with majoAustralia’s Sydney celebrations under tight surveillance after a mass-shooting incident and solidarity events in parts of Asia.
2. China imposes extra beef import tariffs
• China announces additional ~55% tariffs on certain beef imports, affecting major exporters.
💰 Economy & Market
1. Export Support Package & SME Focus
• Govt rolls out ₹4,531 cr market access support for exporters.
2. Indian Markets & Wealth
• Dalal Street posts strong 2025 gains; Sensex wealth surged despite outflows & volatility.
3. Banking Trends
• RBI review of NBFC risk-based regulation; decline in ATMs as digital payments rise.
🧪 Science, Technology & Innovation
1. Indian AI Research Organisation
• Gujarat approves Indian AI Research Organization in GIFT City, focusing on advanced AI research and workforce development.
2. Open-source tool PathGennie launched
• New software to boost drug discovery research by predicting drug-protein interactions more efficiently.
🏅 Sports & Culture
1. Indian Women’s Hockey Team
• Strong continental performances cap off 2025 with renewed resolve for future competitions.
2. Entertainment & Media Highlights
• End-of-year broadcast retrospectives and OTT content guides released ahead of New Year 2026.
• European Athletics President issues special New Year message reflecting on 2025 achievements.
📍 Regional Affairs
1. Security & Holiday Measures
• Police intensification in Pahalgam ahead of New Year celebrations.
🎉 Festive / Global Celebrations
1. New Year’s Eve Celebrations Around the World
• Cities worldwide are ringing in 2026 with fireworks — Auckland was the first major city to welcome the new year; celebrations vary with weather and local conditions.
