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A new AI tool, Google Nano Banana Pro, can create hyper-realistic fake PAN and Aadhaar cards, triggering major security concerns. A X user exposed the issue with convincing samples, prompting public outrage. Users called for stronger verification methods, including QR-based checks, warning authorities about rising AI-driven identity fraud.
Sri Lanka has decided to join the RCEP trade agreement after the Cabinet approved submitting the required initial questionnaire. RCEP includes ASEAN nations plus China, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand. The pact covers 30% of global GDP. By joining, Sri Lanka hopes to expand exports and strengthen its role in regional supply chains.
PM Modi attended the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur in Kurukshetra, releasing a commemorative stamp and coin. He praised the Guru for protecting faith and helping Kashmiri Hindus during Mughal rule. Modi also inaugurated the Panchjanya memorial, toured the Mahabharata Anubhav Kendra, and hoisted the saffron flag atop the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
UPSC has released the EPFO 2025 admit card for Enforcement Officer, Accounts Officer, and APFC posts. The exam will be held on November 30, 9:30–11:30 am. Candidates can download the hall ticket from upsc.gov.in using their application number and date of birth. Carry the admit card and photo ID to the exam hall.
The Election Commission has released the notification for the Sarpanch elections in Telangana. Village panchayat elections will be held in three phases: December 11, 14, and 17. Results will be announced on the same day as voting. The elections code of conduct will come into effect from today, the EC commissioner Ranikumidi stated.
India’s new labour code allows employees to claim gratuity after just one year, instead of five. Gratuity is a reward for continuous service and can be calculated as: Last basic salary × (15/26) × Years of service. The 26 accounts for weekly holidays deducted from each month, making the calculation fair and standardised.
Iron deficiency often shows subtly, with fatigue, dizziness, or pale skin. Experts recommend dietary solutions over supplements, highlighting haem-iron sources like beef, chicken, and shellfish, and plant-based options like lentils and spinach paired with vitamin C. Avoid tea or coffee after meals. Persistent symptoms warrant a doctor’s check-up.
Jagadguru Rambhadracharya urged repealing the SC/ST Act, claiming Vedas do not mention caste and opposing caste-based reservations. He praised BJP victories in Bihar. Commenting on the Ram Temple, he criticized opposition leaders for not visiting, while Prime Minister Modi received an enthusiastic welcome during Ayodhya’s Dhwajarohan Utsav.
A 15-year-old Class 10 student in Hyderabad died by suicide after reportedly being scolded for low marks, jumping from her school’s fifth floor. A day earlier, another Class 10 student was found dead at a Telangana residential school. Police launched investigations in both cases, and TMREIS suspended three staff members for negligence.
Hyderabad sub-inspector S Krishnakanth was not allowed to observe Ayyappa Mala Deeksha while on duty, as it violates police conduct rules. The memo stated officers cannot grow hair or wear religious attire on duty. Those wishing to observe Deeksha must apply for leave. The 41-day vow includes discipline, vegetarianism, and personal purity.
India has declared a no-fly zone spanning 14,000 kilometers over the Bay of Bengal from December 6 to 8 in anticipation of a possible missile test. Aviation authorities have informed airlines and pilots to steer clear of the restricted airspace. The move aims to ensure safety during the planned military activity in the region.
India’s new Labour Codes, effective November 21, limit workweeks to 48 hours, replacing 29 labour laws. While offering flexibility in daily schedules, overtime requires consent and double pay. Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy’s 72-hour, 9-9-6 workweek advocacy now clashes with these regulations, sparking debate on work-life balance.
The aviation ministry said that Volcanic ash from Ethiopia briefly affected Indian airspace, but flight operations remain smooth. Some flights were rerouted as a precaution, and airports monitored runways. The ash, from Hayli Gubbi volcano, moved across western India and is expected to clear by this evening. Authorities continue close monitoring for safety.
Kashmir is experiencing a severe cold wave, with temperatures plunging below freezing. Srinagar hit –3.1°C, Pahalgam –4.4°C, and Zojila Pass –16°C. Northern and central districts recorded similar chills, while Ladakh remained frozen. The dry spell intensified the cold, disrupting daily life. Authorities urged precautions and limited travel.
President Droupadi Murmu emphasized that tax collection should be smooth and minimally discomforting for taxpayers. She highlighted their role in nation-building, enforcing law and facilitating legitimate trade. Murmu praised recent GST reforms, urging officers to balance enforcement with economic growth while fostering trust and inclusive development.