📌 National Highlights
The government of Narendra Modi is set to lead a roadshow in Udupi on 28 November — a major political event ahead of upcoming state elections.
In Uttar Pradesh, the state tourism department is soon launching a workshop titled “Viksit Uttar Pradesh @ 2047” to draft a long-term tourism vision and roadmap toward sustainable growth by 2047.
On the economic front, gold rates across major Indian cities saw a dip on 27 November: 24-carat gold was quoted at ₹126,020 per 10 grams, down by 0.26%, while 22-carat gold stood at ₹115,518 per 10 grams. Domestic prices continue to trade significantly higher than Dubai rates, reflecting import duties and currency factors.
🌐 International & Global Developments
The International Energy Agency (IEA) released its annual “World Energy Outlook 2025,” presenting multiple future-scenarios. The report explores the trade-offs between energy security, affordability, and greenhouse-gas emissions — giving insights into potential shifts in global energy policy and markets.
On the global commodities front, the international hot-rolled coil (HRC) market has shown an upward trend since early November, driven by rising demand and constrained supply in major economies like the EU and US — a factor that may influence global steel and infrastructure sectors.
In a significant diplomatic/legal matter abroad, a high-profile case involving alleged military law proceedings against a foreign Senator has drawn criticism — showcasing tensions in civil-military relations and due-process debates in foreign jurisdictions.
🏛️ Governance, Security & Policy
The 60th national conference of DGPs and IGPs begins in Raipur on 28 November, themed “Viksit Bharat: Security Dimensions.” Heads of state police & internal security are set to deliberate on issues ranging from extremism, disaster-management and women’s safety to integrating forensic science and AI for future-ready policing.
This conference will also include the awarding of Presidential police medals, underlining focus on bravery, distinguished service, and modernization of policing frameworks.
In the context of India’s internal security strategy, the upcoming deliberations will be crucial for exam aspirants preparing for general-awareness and security-related sections in competitive tests.
📈 Economy, Markets & Business Signals
With gold prices softening, the move may provide short-term relief for investors, but the persistent premium over international levels indicates continuing pressure from import costs and currency fluctuations — relevant for aspirants targeting banking and financial-awareness segments.
The rising global demand for hot-rolled coil could put pressure on steel and infrastructure sector commodity prices — a trend that may be reflected in sectors covered under banking or economy GK.
The IEA’s energy outlook signals possible shifts toward clean energy policies, renewables and carbon-footprint reduction worldwide — a macroeconomic factor with long-term implications for energy-intensive sectors, global trade, and sustainability policy frameworks.
🎯 Sports, Culture & Other Key Events
In sports, preparations are underway as the upcoming ODI series between India national cricket team and South Africa national cricket team is scheduled to start soon. India aims to bounce back after a challenging Test series. The details of squad and venues have been announced.
Meanwhile, the conclusion of the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 saw the crowning of the 19-year-old prodigy Javokhir Sindarov as champion — a noteworthy update for general-knowledge and sports-GK buffs.
On cultural lines, the ongoing 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI 2025) in Goa is drawing global attention. The festival, which wraps up on 28 November, showcases cinematic talent from across the world and spotlights film-tourism with participation from states such as Uttarakhand, promoting local culture and tourism potential.
