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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.