Archive · 8 Nov 2025
UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz: November 02 to November 08, 2025
Imagine a weekly news game where you learn about important things that happened all over the world in the last seven days.
This week, we learned about a new plan to help save forests, a cool festival in India with dancing and masks, and a powerful new missile tested by Russia.
We also found out about a new technology to keep trains safe, a deal to get new engines for fighter jets, and how soldiers are preparing for safety in chilly mountains.
Plus, we heard about special railway lines being built between India and Bhutan, and what 'net-zero emissions' means for the planet.
We even looked back at how scientists discovered the building blocks of life and how a new Chinese aircraft carrier is built.
Finally, we remember a famous scientist who figured out the secret code of our bodies.
It's like a quick news tour to keep you smart about what's going on!
India joined Brazil's Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) as an observer, a global fund to reward tropical countries for forest protection.
The Ramman festival in Uttarakhand, known for its theatrical performances and UNESCO recognition, was highlighted.
Russia successfully tested its Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile, noted for its long range and unpredictable trajectory.
The DRISHTI system, an AI-based technology, is being developed by Indian Railways to enhance freight train safety by monitoring locking mechanisms.
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) signed an agreement with General Electric for 113 F404-GE-IN20 engines for the LCA Tejas Mk 1A aircraft.
Defence projects in Ladakh, including a brigade HQ at Chushul, have been approved to enhance operational preparedness.
New railway links between India and Bhutan, such as Kokrajhar–Gelephu and Banarhat–Samtse, are progressing.
The concept of net-zero emissions was discussed, with a call for developed nations to aim for net-negative emissions.
China inducted its third and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, which utilizes electromagnetic catapult technology.
American molecular biologist James Dewey Watson, co-discoverer of DNA's structure, passed away at 97.
- Who
- Various individuals, organizations, and countries including India, Brazil, Russia, Uttarakhand Assembly, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), General Electric, Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), James Dewey Watson.
- What
- This is a weekly current affairs quiz covering diverse topics such as international initiatives, cultural festivals, military technology, infrastructure projects, climate goals, historical scientific discoveries, and geopolitical concepts.
- When
- November 02 to November 08, 2025.
- Where
- The news spans globally, with specific mentions of India, Brazil, Russia, France, China, Tajikistan, Ukraine, United States, North Korea, Bhutan, Myanmar, Nepal, and regions within India like Uttarakhand and Ladakh.
- Why
- The quiz aims to test and inform aspirants of competitive examinations about significant current events and their underlying details.
- Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF)
- Brazil-led global fund for tropical forest protection, aiming to mobilize USD 125 billion. India joined as an observer.
- Ramman Festival
- Annual festival in Uttarakhand, celebrated in late April during Baisakhi, featuring theatrical performances of the Ramayana and local legends. Recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
- Burevestnik Missile
- Nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed cruise missile tested by Russia, featuring 'unlimited range and unpredictable trajectory'.
- Umngot River
- River in Meghalaya's West Jaintia Hills district, known for its clear waters, near the India-Bangladesh border.
- DRISHTI System
- AI-based Locking Monitoring System for Indian Railways' freight trains, developed by NFR and IIT Guwahati to enhance safety.
- HAL-General Electric Agreement
- Agreement for supply of 113 F404-GE-IN20 engines for LCA Tejas Mk 1A, worth over $1 billion.
- Ladakh Defence Projects
- 12 defence projects approved in Ladakh, including a brigade HQ at Chushul and border outposts, to enhance operational preparedness.
- India-Bhutan Projects
- Includes Punatsangchhu-II Hydropower Project and new railway links: Kokrajhar–Gelephu and Banarhat–Samtse.
- Net-zero Emissions
- Balancing greenhouse gas emissions with absorption or capture. Developed nations urged to target net-negative emissions.
- Ayni Airbase
- Former Indian overseas airbase in Tajikistan, India has withdrawn its military personnel and equipment.
- Operation Pimple
- Joint operation by forces in the Keran sector of Kupwara, Kashmir, resulting in the killing of two infiltrators.
- G-2 Concept
- Framework proposed by C. Fred Bergsten in 2005 for the US to cultivate key bilateral relationships, including the EU and China.
- Animal Cloning
- Process involving implanting a nucleus from a cell into an empty egg cell. Dolly, a sheep, was the first mammal cloned from an adult cell.
- China's Aircraft Carriers
- Fujian is China's third and most advanced carrier, using electromagnetic catapult technology. Liaoning and Shandong use ramps.
- James Dewey Watson
- American molecular biologist, co-discoverer of the DNA double helix structure, awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.