Daily Insights November 27, 2025

Daily Insights November 27, 2025

1. PM Modi Directs Strict Action on Jal Jeevan Mission Irregularities

Source: https://www.theprint.in/india/pm-modi-cracks-whip-on-jal-jeevan-mission-irregularities/

Key Points:

• Centre imposed penalties of ₹129.27 crore on 7 states for JJM implementation irregularities

• Gujarat faces maximum penalty of ₹120.65 crore; ₹6.65 crore recovered so far

• PM Modi has directed zero tolerance for financial, procedural, and quality violations

• Total spending on JJM exceeded ₹4.33 lakh crore against initial outlay of ₹3.60 lakh crore

• Scheme extended till 2028; fund allocation pending on inquiry reports

UPSC Relevance: Governance, implementation of flagship schemes, accountability mechanisms

2. Cabinet Approves ₹7,280-Crore Rare Earth Magnets Manufacturing Scheme

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/business/self-reliance-in-mind-cabinet-nod-for-rs-7280-crore-rare-earth-magnets-plan/

Key Points:

• Union Cabinet approved ‘Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets’

• Target: Establish 6,000 MTPA (metric tonne per annum) integrated REPM capacity

• Scheme duration: 7 years (2-year gestation + 5-year incentive period)

• Five beneficiaries selected through global competitive bidding; each allotted up to 1,200 MTPA

• India currently produces only 0.83% of global output despite holding 6.27% of reserves

• Critical for EV, aerospace, defence, electronics, and renewable energy sectors

UPSC Relevance: Industrial policy, Make in India, supply chain resilience, strategic materials

3. Maharashtra CM to Request IIT Bombay Renaming to IIT Mumbai

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/mumbai/will-write-to-pm-modi-hrd-minister-for-renaming-iit-bombay-as-iit-mumbai-devendr/

Key Points:

• CM Devendra Fadnavis announced official letter to PM Modi and Education Minister seeking IIT Bombay renaming

• Request follows controversy over Union Minister Jitendra Singh’s remark thanking God IIT kept the “Bombay” name

• MNS chief Raj Thackeray criticized the comment as disrespecting Marathi identity

• BJP credits itself for renaming Mumbai from Bombay (1995); championed by former minister Ram Naik

• Issue reflects ongoing political debate on institutional naming conventions

UPSC Relevance: Federal relations, institutional autonomy, cultural politics, identity discourse

4. Ahmedabad Selected as Host for 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games

Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/sport-others/ahmedabad-to-host-2030-cwg-ready-to-welcome-world-says-pm-modi/

Key Points:

• Commonwealth Games Federation approved Ahmedabad as 2030 centenary edition host city

• India’s first CWG since Delhi 2010 (after 20 years)

• Event likely in October 2030; exact dates to be finalized

• India proposes yoga as medal sport (plus one additional traditional sport)

• 15-17 sports planned (double the 8 at next Glasgow 2026 edition)

• Linked to India’s bid for 2036 Olympics; infrastructure will be tested through 2029 Police & Fire Games

UPSC Relevance: Sports governance, international relations, infrastructure development, India’s global standing

5. Constitution Day Celebrated; PM Modi Emphasizes Democratic Values

Source: Indian Express

Key Points:

• Samvidhan Divas observed on November 26, commemorating Constitution’s adoption in 1949

• Constitution drafted over 2 years, 11 months, 18 days (Dec 9, 1946 – Nov 26, 1949)

• Came into effect on January 26, 1950 (Republic Day)

• PM Modi emphasizes constitutional values: justice, liberty, equality, fraternity, democracy, rule of law

• Promoted since 2015 to honor Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s 125th birth anniversary

• Constitution launched in 9 languages on November 26, 2025

UPSC Relevance: Constitutional governance, historical significance, civic participation, institutional framework

6. Indonesia Hit by Devastating Floods and Landslides in North Sumatra

Source: https://www.financialexpress.com/world-news/at-least-23-dead-as-landslides-and-flash-floods-hit-indonesias-sumatranbspislandnbsp/

Key Points:

• Heavy monsoon rains triggered floods and landslides across North Sumatra Province

• Death toll: 23+ confirmed; 2+ dozen missing; 58 injured

• Nearly 2,000 homes affected in Central Tapanuli; multiple bridges destroyed

• Rescue operations hampered by bad weather, blackouts, and limited telecommunications

• 6 landslides flattened 17 houses in Sibolga; over 2,800 residents evacuated

• Related: Java disasters (Central Java) claimed 38 lives earlier in November

UPSC Relevance: International geography, climate disasters, disaster management, regional cooperation

7. Bangladesh Korail Slum Devastated by Major Fire; Thousands Homeless

Source: Indian Express

Key Points:

• Massive fire at Korail slum in Dhaka (Tuesday evening, 16-hour duration)

• ~1,500 shanties destroyed; thousands left homeless

• Home to ~60,000 families (160+ acres); many climate refugees

• No casualties reported; residents searched debris for valuables

• 19 fire engines deployed; narrow alleys hampered rescue efforts

• Slum wedged between Gulshan and Banani upscale neighborhoods

UPSC Relevance: Urban poverty, climate migration, humanitarian issues, South Asian challenges

8. 2025 Antarctic Ozone Hole 5th Smallest Since 1992

Source: https://science.nasa.gov/earth/nasa-noaa-rank-2025-ozone-hole-as-5th-smallest-since-1992/

Key Points:

• 2025 ozone hole was 5th smallest since monitoring began in 1992

• Peak average extent: 7.23 million square miles (Sept 7 – Oct 13, 2025)

• Largest single-day extent: 22.86 million km² (Sept 9) – 30% smaller than 2006 record

• Breaking up 3 weeks earlier than past decade average

• Ozone-depleting substance levels down ~1/3 since year 2000 peak

• Montreal Protocol success: Without 25 years of phaseout, hole would be 1 million sq miles larger

• Full recovery projected by late 2060s; weaker polar vortex aided 2025 improvement

UPSC Relevance: Environmental science, international agreements, climate governance, ozone layer protection

9. PM Modi Reviews Jal Jeevan Mission Progress; Focuses on Accountability

Source: https://theprint.in/india/pm-modi-cracks-whip-on-jal-jeevan-mission-irregularities/279/

Key Points:

• PM Modi reviewed 6 years of Jal Jeevan Mission progress (launched Aug 15, 2019)

• 15+ crore households now have tap water access

• Dramatic expansion: 3.23 crore (16.71%) → 15.71+ crore (81%+ coverage)

• Zero tolerance for violations; mandatory penalty recovery from non-compliant states

• Finance Minister extended scheme till 2028; allocation tied to irregularity inquiries

• Focus on transparency and quality assurance as non-negotiable pillars

UPSC Relevance: Social infrastructure, public health, accountability mechanisms, welfare schemes

10. RBI Calls for Combined Fiscal-Monetary Measures to Accelerate Investment

Key Points:

• RBI Quarterly Bulletin highlights need for coordinated fiscal and monetary policy

• Goal: Accelerate private investment and sustain growth trajectory

• Emphasizes long-term structural reforms over short-term fixes

• Private investment critical to achieving India’s growth targets and economic resilience

• Coordination between Centre and RBI required for policy effectiveness

UPSC Relevance: Monetary policy, fiscal framework, investment dynamics, economic growth strategy

11. Chief Economic Adviser Urges MSMEs to Innovate for Global Markets

Source: pib

Key Points:

• V. Anantha Nageswaran (Chief Economic Adviser) urges quality-driven manufacturing focus

• MSMEs must innovate to penetrate global markets competitively

• Quality over quantity strategy for international success

• Breaking into export markets requires sustained innovation and competitive advantage

• Government support framework emphasizes competitiveness as key to sustained growth

UPSC Relevance: MSME sector, export promotion, industrial competitiveness, economic policy

12. GDP, CPI, IIP Base Revision Workshop Held in Mumbai

Source: pib

Key Points:

• Pre-Release Consultative Workshop on base revision of GDP, CPI, IIP held in Mumbai (Nov 26)

• Organized by Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation

• Involves stakeholders from academic, industry, and government sectors

• Base year revisions essential for accurate economic measurement and comparisons

• Ensures statistical integrity for policy decisions

UPSC Relevance: Economic statistics, national accounts, policy infrastructure, data governance

13. India-Indonesia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue Strengthens Bilateral Ties

Source: pib

Key Points:

• 3rd India-Indonesia Defence Ministers’ Dialogue held in New Delhi (Nov 27)

• Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh co-chaired with Indonesian Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin

• Discussion focus: Regional security, multilateral issues, bilateral defence collaboration

• 2-day visit (Nov 26-27) underscores growing defence partnership momentum

• Reflects Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Act East policy commitment

• Civilizational ties spanning thousands of years; cultural-historical linkages emphasized

UPSC Relevance: International relations, strategic partnerships, regional security, maritime cooperation

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