Current Affairs 12th November 2025 : Daily GK Update in English
1. What was the primary focus of the first BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference held in Kochi from November 4-6, 2025?
A) Nuclear energy cooperation
B) Regional blue economy and marine research collaboration
C) Trade tariffs in the Bay of Bengal
D) Disaster management protocols
Answer: B
Explanation: The conference, hosted by India, marked a milestone in advancing blue economy cooperation among BIMSTEC nations, promoting data sharing, capacity building, and maritime governance. Announced by PM Modi in 2022 and launched in 2024 by the MEA, it reinforces India's marine diplomacy in the Bay of Bengal.
2. Which exercise was conducted by the Indian Army in the Rann and Creek Sector of Kachchh, Gujarat, on November 10, 2025?
A) Exercise Mitra Shakti
B) Exercise Brahmashira
C) Exercise Trishul
D) Exercise Vayu Shakti
Answer: B
Explanation: 'Exercise Brahmashira' validated integrated operational capabilities across land, sea, and air domains as part of the larger Tri-Services 'Exercise Trishul'. It highlights India's focus on multi-domain warfare readiness amid regional security challenges.
3. Who inaugurated the "Co-op Kumbh 2025" International Conference on the Urban Cooperative Credit Sector in New Delhi on November 10, 2025?
A) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
B) Union Minister Amit Shah
C) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
D) RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das
Answer: B
Explanation: Union Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the event, which ran from November 10-11, and launched initiatives like Sahakar Digi Pay and Sahakar Digi Loan to strengthen urban cooperative banking, aligning with India's push for financial inclusion.
4. Which joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka is scheduled from November 10 to 23, 2025?
A) Garuda Shakti
B) Mitra Shakti
C) Yudh Abhyas
D) Nomadic Elephant
Answer: B
Explanation: 'Mitra Shakti 2025' enhances interoperability between the two armies, focusing on counter-terrorism and humanitarian assistance. It underscores India's strategic partnerships in the Indian Ocean region.
5. What is the theme of World Science Day for Peace and Development observed on November 10, 2025?
A) Innovation for Sustainability
B) Trust, Transformation, and Tomorrow: The Science We Need for 2050
C) Bridging the Gap
D) Science for Equity
Answer: B
Explanation: Established by UNESCO in 2001, the day promotes science's role in peace and development. The 2025 theme emphasizes building public trust in science and fostering innovation for a sustainable future amid global challenges like climate change.
6. Where was the 23rd National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board Meeting hosted by the Indian Coast Guard on November 10, 2025?
A) Mumbai
B) Kochi
C) Gandhinagar
D) Visakhapatnam
Answer: C
Explanation: Held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, the meeting reviewed maritime safety protocols and enhanced regional coordination, reflecting India's commitment to secure sea lanes in the Indian Ocean.
7. Which author won the 2025 Booker Prize for Fiction for the novel "Flesh"?
A) Salman Rushdie
B) David Szalay
C) Hilary Mantel
D) Kazuo Ishiguro
Answer: B
Explanation: Canadian-Hungarian-British writer David Szalay received the £50,000 award in London for his novel exploring an ordinary man's life across decades, emphasizing subtlety in storytelling.
8. What significant change was made to the Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Rules in 2025 by India's Union Health Ministry?
A) Mandatory DNA testing for donors
B) Removal of clinical specular equipment requirement for corneal transplants
C) Increase in organ donation incentives
D) Ban on cross-state organ transport
Answer: B
Explanation: The amendment aims to ease access to corneal transplants by reducing infrastructure barriers, potentially boosting India's low corneal donation rates and addressing blindness affecting over 12 million people.
9. Which event prompted schools in Delhi-NCR to continue hybrid mode from November 12, 2025?
A) Heavy monsoon rains
B) Worsening air quality under GRAP-III
C) Teachers' strike
D) National festival preparations
Answer: B
Explanation: GRAP-III restrictions were invoked due to severe pollution (AQI over 400 in parts of Delhi), allowing parental choice for online classes via Zoom to protect student health.
10. What is the estimated value of India's Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) project, as per industry analysts in November 2025?
A) $2-3 billion
B) $4-5 billion
C) $6-8 billion
D) $10-12 billion
Answer: C
Explanation: The project, favoring the C-130J Super Hercules for its proven capabilities and maintenance compatibility with IAF's existing fleet, aims to enhance tactical airlift amid border tensions.
11. Which initiative was launched by PM Modi in October 2025 to advance India's CAR-T cell therapy?
A) NexCAR19
B) BioNTech Vaccine
C) GeneXpert
D) mRNA Platform
Answer: A
Explanation: NexCAR19, India's first indigenously developed CAR-T therapy for blood cancers, was launched to make advanced treatments affordable (under ₹40 lakh vs. ₹4 crore abroad), boosting biotech self-reliance.
12. What caused the displacement of approximately 2,000 people in North Kordofan, Sudan, between November 8-10, 2025?
A) Floods
B) Intense clashes between Sudanese Army and Rapid Support Forces
C) Earthquake
D) Refugee influx from Ethiopia
Answer: B
Explanation: The clashes exacerbate Sudan's civil war (2023-present), creating one of the world's worst humanitarian crises with 12 million displaced and widespread food insecurity, impacting Red Sea geopolitics.
13. Who were the joint winners of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences?
A) Amartya Sen and Esther Duflo
B) Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt
C) Paul Krugman and Joseph Stiglitz
D) Abhijit Banerjee and Michael Kremer
Answer: B
Explanation: The trio was awarded for pioneering work on innovation, growth, and technological change, highlighting economics' role in addressing long-term societal challenges like climate adaptation.
14. What is the purpose of Gridbots’ newly unveiled HAWK BD robot, announced in November 2025?
A) Aerial surveillance
B) Explosive Ordnance Disposal and hazardous operations
C) Battlefield logistics
D) Underwater mine detection
Answer: B
Explanation: Developed for defense applications, the robot enhances soldier safety in EOD tasks, aligning with India's push for indigenous tech amid rising border threats.
15. Which summit concluded with the adoption of the APEC Leaders’ Gyeongju Declaration in November 2025?
A) G20 Summit
B) APEC Summit in Gyeongju, South Korea
C) BRICS Summit
D) ASEAN Summit
Answer: B
Explanation: The declaration, along with the APEC AI Initiative and Framework for Population Changes, focuses on inclusive growth, AI ethics, and aging populations in the Asia-Pacific.
16. What tragic event occurred near Delhi's Red Fort on November 11, 2025, killing at least 12 people?
A) Train derailment
B) Car bomb explosion suspected to involve Ammonium Nitrate
C) Building collapse
D) Gas leak
Answer: B
Explanation: The blast, linked to a "white-collar" terror module, prompted heightened security and international condolences. Investigations focus on explosive procurement, invoking anti-terror laws.
17. How many people were killed in the suicide bombing outside a district court in Islamabad, Pakistan, on November 11, 2025?
A) 5
B) 12
C) 20
D) 27
Answer: B
Explanation: Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) claimed responsibility, injuring 27 others. Pakistan blamed Afghan-based militants with alleged Indian support, escalating regional tensions.
18. What major legislative action did the US Senate take on November 11, 2025, to address the federal government shutdown?
A) Impeachment proceedings
B) Passed a bill to end the 43-day shutdown with funding through January
C) Debt ceiling increase
D) Tax reform package
Answer: B
Explanation: The bipartisan bill, hailed by President Trump as a "very big victory," awaits House approval. It ends the longest shutdown in US history, restoring funding amid economic strain.
19. Which company sold its entire $5.8 billion stake in Nvidia on November 11, 2025, to fund OpenAI investments?
A) BlackRock
B) SoftBank
C) Vanguard
D) Fidelity
Answer: B
Explanation: SoftBank redirected proceeds to AI ventures, causing Nvidia shares to dip 3%. It also sold T-Mobile holdings for $9.2 billion, signaling a pivot to generative AI dominance.
20. What weather anomaly is affecting the US East Coast on November 12, 2025, alongside visible Northern Lights?
A) Polar Vortex
B) El Niño surge
C) Hurricane remnants
D) Heat dome
Answer: A
Explanation: Triggered by massive solar flares (G4 Geomagnetic Storm Watch), the aurora is visible at lower latitudes, while the vortex brings unusual cold snaps, potentially disrupting power and communications.
21. What proposal did Uniswap make on November 11, 2025, to benefit UNI token holders?
A) Hard fork upgrade
B) Fee switch and $800M UNI burn
C) Stablecoin integration
D) NFT marketplace launch
Answer: B
Explanation: The governance proposal aims to activate protocol fees and burn UNI tokens, potentially distributing revenue to holders and boosting DeFi utility amid market recovery.
22. Which Indian cinema legend was awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in November 2025?
A) Amitabh Bachchan
B) Mohanlal
C) Shah Rukh Khan
D) Rajinikanth
Answer: B
Explanation: Malayalam superstar Mohanlal received India's highest film honor for his contributions over four decades, highlighting South Indian cinema's global impact.
23. What caused BitMine's stock to drop 37% on November 11, 2025?
A) Earnings miss
B) Uncertain crypto markets and regulatory scrutiny
C) CEO resignation
D) Hacking incident
Answer: B
Explanation: Amid Bitcoin's rebound to $105K, volatility and global regs (e.g., UK's stablecoin limits) pressured mining stocks, with BitMine citing delayed expansions.
24. Which country hosted Iraq's parliamentary elections on November 11, 2025, amid sectarian tensions?
A) Syria
B) Iraq (domestic elections)
C) Turkey
D) Iran
Answer: B
Explanation: The elections, with 8,703 polling stations, saw early voting for security forces. They aim to stabilize post-ISIS Iraq but risk deepening Sunni-Shia divides.
25. What historic visit did President Droupadi Murmu begin on November 12, 2025?
A) To the UN General Assembly
B) First-ever state visit to Botswana
C) To the G20 Summit
D) To Sri Lanka
Answer: B
Explanation: The ceremonial welcome in Gaborone strengthens India-Africa ties, focusing on trade, defense, and development aid, marking a milestone in bilateral relations.