Here is the Weekly Current Affairs & Headlines (23–28 November 2025)
NATIONAL
- NCC celebrated its 78th Raising Day on 23 November with activities including social-service drives, cleanliness campaigns, and blood donation camps.
- Vedanta Tour de Thar, India’s first desert-endurance cycling race, was launched on 23 November in Rajasthan under the #CycleForZeroHunger campaign.
- Legendary actor Dharmendra, an iconic figure in Indian cinema, passed away on 25 November at age 89.
- Justice Surya Kant took oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India on 25 November.
- Cyclone Ditwah formed on 28 November over the Bay of Bengal, prompting alerts in several coastal states.
- An IED blast injured a woman police constable in Sukma district, Chhattisgarh, on 28 November.
🌍 WORLD
The National Jamboree 2025 of the Bharat Scouts & Guides began in Lucknow with participation from several countries.
The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025 continued through the week, showcasing films from over 80 countries.
🏅 SPORTS
Vedanta Tour de Thar began on 23 November, drawing national and international endurance cyclists.
Ahmedabad was awarded hosting rights for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games, a major milestone for Indian sports.
🧪 TECHNOLOGY
Skyroot Aerospace inaugurated its “Infinity Campus” and unveiled its new Vikram-I orbital rocket, marking a milestone for India’s private space sector development.
🗂️ APPOINTMENTS
Justice Surya Kant officially became the 53rd Chief Justice of India on 25 November.
🏆 AWARDS & REWARDS
CNN-News18 Indian of the Year Awards 2025 announced multiple winners across categories:
- Baba Kalyani – Business Award
- Suruchi Phogat – Sports Award
- Jay Shah – Outstanding Achievement in Indian Cricket
- Blind Women’s Cricket Team – Special Inspiring Champions Award
- Lt Cdr Roopa A & Lt Cdr Dilna K – Youth Icon Award
Asia Pacific Screen Awards 2025 (27 Nov): Best Film awarded to It Was Just an Accident by Jafar Panahi
MAMA Awards 2025 (28–29 Nov): Multiple artists such as G-Dragon, Rosé, and Aespa were among the most awarded performers.
Dezeen Architecture & Design Awards 2025: Australian homes won major categories such as Bathroom Interior of the Year and Urban House of the Year.
ET Infra Leadership Award 2025: Awarded to REC Limited for achievements in green-financing projects, including metro and solar-power infrastructure.
Clio Sports Awards 2025: BBDO India won two awards for the Tata Ultra Marathon – Feet of Glory campaign in Social Good and Experience/Activation categories.
Global Technology & Innovation Recognition: Several airports and brands were honoured internationally for tech-driven initiatives such as biometric systems and digital innovation.
