Daily Current Affairs: 7th November, 2025

National News

150 Years of Vande Mataram: A Melody That Became a Movement

• November 7, 2025, marks the 150th anniversary of India’s National Song, Vande Mataram, composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee and set to music by Rabindranath Tagore.
• First published in Bangadarshan (1875) and featured in Anandamath (1882), the song became a symbol of patriotism, unity, and resistance during India’s freedom struggle, inspiring both national and international revolutionaries.
• Recognized alongside Jana Gana Mana as the National Song, the government is commemorating this milestone with nationwide celebrations, exhibitions, musical renditions, stamps, coins, and yearlong cultural programs highlighting its historic legacy.

PM Modi Launches 150‑Year Celebration of “Vande Mataram”

• PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the 150th anniversary of India’s national song, Vande Mataram, at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi, marking the start of a year‑long celebration.
• The event featured a commemorative stamp and coin, the launch of a digital portal for citizens to upload renditions, a mass singing nationwide, and a cultural programme including concerts and exhibitions.
• Composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterji in 1875 and declared equal in honour to the national anthem by President Rajendra Prasad in 1950, Vande Mataram symbolizes national unity, cultural pride, and devotion to the motherland, connecting all Indians in shared patriotic spirit.

Mounjaro Emerges India’s Top‑Selling Drug in October

• India’s pharmaceutical market sees a milestone as Mounjaro (Eli Lilly) becomes the highest‑value selling drug in October 2025, crossing ₹1 billion in monthly sales.
• Launched in March 2025, the drug, targeting diabetes and weight‑loss via GLP‑1 & GIP dual action, outsold competitors like Wegovy tenfold by volume.
• Its rapid success highlights growing demand for metabolic disorder therapies, evolving pharma-market trends, and raises questions on affordability and healthcare access in India.

India’s First Digital Museum of Tribal Freedom Fighters

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first Digital Museum of Tribal Freedom Fighters at Nava Raipur, Atal Nagar—the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum.
• Featuring VFX displays, interactive screens, and QR-coded storytelling, the museum honors tribal heroes like Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh (1820–1857) and showcases revolts such as the Halba Rebellion, Paralkot Uprising, Sarguja Revolt, and Bhumkal Movement.
• This initiative preserves tribal heritage, educates visitors about lesser-known freedom struggles, and positions Nava Raipur as a hub for digital cultural tourism.

Commemorative ₹50 Coin Marks NHPC Limited’s Golden Jubilee

• Union Power Minister Manohar Lal released a Commemorative Coin in New Delhi to mark the Golden Jubilee of NHPC, celebrating its 50 years of innovation, resilience, and national service.
• He also launched a comic book, “Chhota Bheem aur Bada Bandh,” to spread awareness about hydropower’s importance.
• The Power Ministry highlighted NHPC’s expansion into solar, wind, and green hydrogen, solidifying its identity as a 100% Green Energy Company.

Why Is Khangchendzonga India’s Only ‘Good’ Rated Heritage Site?

• Khangchendzonga National Park, India’s first mixed UNESCO World Heritage Site, has earned a rare “Good” IUCN rating, standing out among Indian heritage sites.
• Spanning 1,784 sq. km, it features Mount Khangchendzonga (8,586 m), 280 glaciers, 70+ glacial lakes, and habitats for species like snow leopard, red panda, and Himalayan tahr.
• Revered by Lepcha and Tibetan Buddhist communities, strong community involvement, low human impact, and sustainable conservation practices underpin its success.
• The park exemplifies the harmony of culture and ecology and serves as a model for protecting India’s natural heritage.

International News

Kazakhstan to Join Abraham Accords Hints By Trump

• Kazakhstan announced its intention to join the Abraham Accords, a U.S.-brokered framework normalizing relations between Israel and Muslim-majority countries.
• This move expands the accords beyond the Arab world into Central Asia, enhancing diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation.
• Kazakhstan’s accession aligns with its foreign policy of dialogue and regional stability.

30 Years of Climate Talks: Progress, Pitfalls, and a Planet in Peril

• World leaders convene in Belem, Brazil, for the 30th U.N. climate summit, reflecting on three decades of climate diplomacy.
• Despite renewable energy growth and rising EV adoption, greenhouse gas emissions have risen 34% since 1995, and fossil fuel consumption remains high, threatening global temperature limits.
• While the Paris Agreement and COP efforts slowed projected warming, bureaucratic delays and consensus-based negotiations have limited impact.
• Experts call for urgent reforms, streamlined agreements, and accelerated clean energy transitions to avert catastrophic climate impacts.

Banking News

RuPay is Becoming the Card of Choice: All Credit to UPI

• RuPay, India’s domestic card network, is witnessing a rapid rise in UPI-linked credit card transactions, now accounting for 40% of total transaction volume and growing in value from 2% to 8%.
• Its market share has surged from 3% to 16% in two years, driven by exclusive UPI integration, rising digital adoption, domestic preference, and lower transaction costs.
• With continued UPI adoption and expansion into tier-2 and tier-3 cities, RuPay is poised to consolidate its leadership in India’s credit card market.

Agreements News

MSDE & Autodesk Team Up to Revolutionise Vocational Skills

• Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), through the Directorate General of Training (DGT), signed an MoU with Autodesk Inc. to modernize India’s vocational training ecosystem.
• The partnership will integrate advanced digital tools, AI-enhanced design systems, and industry-grade curricula into ITIs and NSTIs, benefiting millions of trainees.
• Autodesk will also train educators and enhance AI and design competencies in sectors like engineering, construction, and manufacturing, ensuring a future-ready, innovation-driven workforce.

Awards News

Manohar Parrikar Yuva Scientist Award 2025 Conferred To Dr. Sai Gautam

INS Ikshak Joins Navy: What Makes It Special?

• On 6 November 2025, the Indian Navy commissioned INS Ikshak, the third Survey Vessel Large (SVL) ship, at Naval Base Kochi, boosting India’s maritime infrastructure and self-reliant defence manufacturing under the Make in India initiative.
• Built by GRSE, Kolkata, the 3,400-tonne, 110-meter vessel can perform hydrographic surveys, disaster relief, and strategic maritime operations, featuring advanced sonar, AUVs, ROVs, and women’s accommodation, marking a step forward in modern naval capability and maritime security.

Ranks & Reports News

India’s Top 10 Philanthropists in 2025: Know The List

• India’s philanthropy is witnessing rapid growth, with the top 191 philanthropists donating ₹10,380 crore in FY25, an 85% increase over three years, according to the EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2025.
• Leading the way is Shiv Nadar (₹2,708 crore), followed by Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, with contributions focusing on education, social development, innovation, and systemic change.
• Emerging trends include CSR beyond mandates, women philanthropists like Rohini Nilekani, and young donors such as Nikhil and Nithin Kamath shaping India’s charitable landscape.

Sports News

India Celebrates 100 Years of Hockey Greatness

• India celebrated 100 years of hockey on 7th November 2025 at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi, honoring the sport’s Olympic glory, legends, and national impact.
• The centenary included exhibition matches, nationwide engagement with 1,400+ matches across 550 districts, and tributes to iconic players like Dhyan Chand and Balbir Singh Sr. Highlights included a commemorative volume, photo exhibitions, and memorabilia tracing India’s golden era (1928–1980) and modern resurgence.
• The event reinforced hockey’s place as a symbol of India’s heritage and sporting excellence, with 8 Olympic golds and 13 podium finishes marking India as the world’s most successful hockey nation.

Obituaries News

Veteran Singer-Actor Sulakshana Pandit Passes Away at 71

• Veteran playback singer and actress Sulakshana Pandit passed away on 6 November 2025 in Mumbai at 71, leaving behind a legacy in Bollywood’s 1970s–80s golden era.
• Born into a musically gifted family, she was related to Pandit Jasraj and the composer duo Jatin-Lalit. Renowned for songs like “Tu Hi Saagar Hai Tu Hi Kinara”, she also starred in films such as Uljhan (1975) alongside legendary actors.
• Her versatility as both a singer and actor, along with her contributions to Hindi cinema’s musical and cultural heritage, cement her as an enduring icon.

Important Days News

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