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News In Short 06-12-2025

In News

  • A large-scale cancellation of flights by a major Indian airline recently led the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to grant a one-time exemption from the newly implemented Flight Duty Time Limitations (FDTL) rules.

  • These rules are designed to prevent pilot fatigue by restricting maximum duty hours and mandating adequate rest periods.

    • About Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)

  • Overview: DGCA is India’s statutory civil aviation regulator mandated to ensure aviation safety, airworthiness, and compliance with global aviation standards. 
  • Establishment: Created in 1927 as a government organisation. Became a statutory body in 2020 after amendments to the Aircraft Act. 
  • Administrative Control: Functions under the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA). 

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    India’s Groundwater Contamination Crisis

    Context

  • The Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) highlights a disturbing rise in toxic contaminants across India’s aquifers.

    • About

  • India holds 18% of the world’s population but only 4% of its freshwater resources, placing enormous pressure on available water systems. 
  • India depends on groundwater for about 85% of its rural drinking water needs and around 60% of irrigation water. 

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    Private Member Bill on Right to Disconnect

    Context

  • A private member bill “Right to Disconnect Bill, 2025”, reintroduced in the Lok Sabha.

    • What is Right to Disconnect?

  • The Right to Disconnect refers to an employee’s right to not engage in work-related communications—such as calls, emails, or messages—outside official working hours.
  • It aims to protect workers from excessive digital connectivity and ensure a healthy work–life balance.

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    Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Indian Judiciary

    Context

  • Recently, the Chief Justice of India (CJI) observed that the judges are ‘over-conscious’ of the risks in using Artificial Intelligence (AI), while hearing a PIL seeking guidelines to check the misuse of AI in Courts.

    • Promise of AI in the Courts

  • AI technologies such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning (ML), Optical Character Recognition (OCR), and Predictive Analytics are being deployed in the Indian legal system.

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    Government Strengthens Logistics Framework to Boost Exports Amid Global Disruptions

    Context

  • The Government of India is actively enhancing logistics infrastructure to address global logistics disruptions and enhance export efficiency.

    • Overview of the Logistics Landscape in India

  • India’s logistics sector was valued at USD 215 billion in 2021. It is well-positioned for strong growth with an expected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7% till 2026. 
  • In 2017, a separate logistics unit was created under the Department of Commerce to oversee the Integrated Development of Logistics Sector. 
  • The Logistics Industry supports manufacturing, retail, e-commerce, and services by managing inventory, transportation, storage, warehousing, and distribution, linking producers to consumers, both domestically and internationally.

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    70th Mahaparinirvan Diwas

    In News

  • President Droupadi Murmu and  Prime Minister Narendra Modi  paid floral tributes to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on Mahaparinirvan Diwas at the Parliament complex in New Delhi.

    • Mahaparinirvan Diwas

  • It is observed annually on December 6 to commemorate the death anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, fondly known as Babasaheb Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution.
  • Dr. Ambedkar, a revered leader, thinker, and reformer, dedicated his life to championing equality and eradicating caste-based discrimination.

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    23rd India-Russia Annual Summit

    Context

  • India and Russia held their 23rd annual bilateral summit, marking a major milestone — 25 years of the Declaration on Strategic Partnership (2000).

    • Key Outcomes of the Visit

  • Economic Programme 2030: The Leaders welcomed the adoption of the Programme for the Development of Strategic Areas of India – Russia Economic Cooperation till 2030 (Programme 2030). 
  • Trade Target: Both Sides emphasised that addressing tariff and non-tariff trade barriers, for timely achievement of the revised bilateral trade target of USD 100 billion by 2030. 
  • Strategic Agreements Signed: India and Russia exchanged sixteen agreements in areas related to defence, trade, economy, healthcare, academics, culture and media.

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    Need To Recalibrate India’s Export Strategy

    Published on: 6th December, 2025

    India needs to recalibrate its export strategy including market diversification, diplomatic engagement, and on-ground business development to navigate rising global trade headwinds and maintain competitiveness.

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