📰 National Affairs
A car explosion near the Red Fort metro station in New Delhi has been officially classified as a terror incident – the government says “anti-national forces” were involved.
The investigative agency National Investigation Agency (NIA) has taken over the probe of the blast; several arrests are underway, and authorities are examining links to medical college campuses and old vehicles loaded with explosives.
In response to the blast, enhanced security has been ordered in the National Capital Region and neighbouring states including parts of Uttar Pradesh (UP) and Maharashtra.
The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has suspended membership of Al‑Falah University (Faridabad) and a show-cause notice has been issued by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) amid alleged misuse of accreditation and institutional links in the investigation.
The digital payments system of India, via NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), has partnered with Bahrain’s BENEFIT/Fawri+ platform to enable real-time cross-border remittances between India and Bahrain – marking a major step in India’s fintech globalisation.
In the state of Rajasthan, the official launch of the Khelo India University Games Rajasthan 2025 (KIUG) was held at Amer Fort, Jaipur, with unveiling of the logo, mascots and anthem. The Games are scheduled across seven cities from November 24 to December 5, 2025.
🌍 International Affairs
India and Bahrain’s linkage of UPI (Unified Payments Interface) with Bahrain’s Fawri+ service is noteworthy internationally, as India steps up its digital payments diplomacy and cross-border fintech tie-ups.
The Red Fort blast has triggered diplomatic reactions and heightened security protocols; some nations have issued advisories for their citizens in India, underscoring the global dimension of India’s internal security concerns.
In the Gulf region, Bahrain’s open embrace of Indian fintech systems consolidates the India-Gulf economic-digital axis.
🏦 Economy & Banking
The UPI-Fawri+ linkage opens up a new corridor for remittances and cross-border trade flows between India and Bahrain. For banking aspirants, the implications include: faster international payments, fintech regulation, currency flows, and diaspora finance.
This development strengthens India’s push for internationalisation of its payment systems and possibly the rupee’s role in global settlements.
Given these fintech moves, exam candidates should note key terms such as “digital payments corridor”, “real-time remittances”, “fintech partnerships”, “central bank supervision” (RBI & CBB in this case).
🏅 Sports & Other Events
India has announced a historic 111-member contingent for the Deaflympics 2025 (Tokyo, Nov 15–26) covering 11 disciplines. A three-time gold medallist, Jerlin Jayaratchagan, will be the country’s flag-bearer.
At the Asian Archery Championships in Dhaka, India reached two more medal matches in compound mixed team event.
The launch of the Khelo India University Games in Rajasthan signals increased focus on university-level sports infrastructure and athlete development.
📖 Static GK & Exam-Relevant Facts
The Red Fort (Lal Qila) in Delhi is not only a UNESCO world heritage monument but also the site where the Prime Minister addresses the nation every Independence Day.
UPI (Unified Payments Interface) is India’s premier real-time payments system; its international linkages (such as with Bahrain) reflect India’s growing fintech footprint.
The NIA is India’s central counter-terrorism investigation agency tasked under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).
KIUG (Khelo India University Games) – a flagship initiative by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports – is now being hosted for the first time in Rajasthan across seven cities with more than 7,000 athletes.
The Deaflympics is the second-oldest international multi-sporting event after the Olympics, organised by the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (ICSD).
