Daily Current Affairs – 27 December 2025

Latest National, International, Business, Sports & Science News for Competitive Exams

Stay updated with the Daily Current Affairs of 27th December 2025, covering National News, State News, International Affairs, Business & Economy, Appointments, Awards, Sports, Science & Technology, and Important Days.
This update is specially curated for SSC, Banking (IBPS, SBI), UPSC, State PSC, Railways, Defence, and other government exam preparations.

National News

Government Announces Major EPFO Modernisation Reforms

The Government of India announced comprehensive reforms to modernise the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), unveiled by Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya in Gujarat.
Key highlights include:

• Technology-enabled single-window EPFO offices
• Service access from any regional EPFO office
• Introduction of EPF Suvidha Providers
• Mission-mode KYC drive to revive inoperative accounts
• Faster digital claim settlement
• Social security coverage for Indian workers abroad through FTAs
  The government aims to extend social security coverage to 100 crore citizens by March 2026.

Indian Railways to Double Originating Train Capacity by 2030

Indian Railways plans to double originating train capacity in 48 major cities by 2030.
The initiative includes:

• New platforms and terminal expansions
• Upgraded signalling systems
• Enhanced maintenance infrastructure
  This move will help reduce congestion, improve punctuality, and meet rising passenger demand.

NATGRID Integrated with NPR to Strengthen Criminal Investigations

The Indian government has integrated NATGRID with the National Population Register (NPR) to enhance intelligence gathering and speed up criminal investigations.
The integration enables authorised agencies to access verified demographic and family-linked data, supporting:

• Suspect identification
• Network mapping
• Movement tracking
  NATGRID was established after the 26/11 Mumbai attacks and consolidates data from over 20 civil and commercial databases.

India Launches First-Ever Weapon Tracking Database

India introduced its first “Lost, Looted and Recovered Firearm” database, unveiled by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the Anti-Terror Conference 2025.
Developed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the platform:

• Tracks stolen and recovered government firearms
• Enables real-time access for law enforcement
• Helps dismantle terror and organised crime networks

First Indian Standard for Agarbattis Announced

India unveiled its first standard for agarbattis – IS 19412:2025 – on National Consumer Day 2025.
The standard:

• Regulates raw materials and burning performance
• Bans toxic chemicals and harmful insecticides
• Improves consumer safety, indoor air quality, and export potential

Sand Artist Sudarsan Pattnaik Creates World Record

Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created the world’s largest Santa Claus sand sculpture at Niladri Beach, Puri, Odisha.

• Dimensions: 60 ft long, 45 ft wide, 22 ft high
• Materials used: Sand and 1.5 tonnes of apples
  The artwork promoted world peace and was recognised by the World Records Book of India.

State News

World’s Largest Open-Air Theatre ‘Dhanu Yatra’ Begins in Odisha

The Dhanu Yatra festival commenced in Bargarh, Odisha, transforming the town into mythical Mathura for 11 days.
Recognised as a National Festival, it:

• Re-enacts the life of Lord Krishna
• Promotes cultural heritage
• Boosts tourism and community participation

International News

China Opens World’s Longest Expressway Tunnel

China inaugurated the 22.13-km Tianshan Shengli Tunnel in Xinjiang, the world’s longest expressway tunnel.
Part of the G0711 Urumqi–Yuli Expressway, it:

• Reduces travel time to about 20 minutes
• Enhances connectivity between northern and southern Xinjiang
• Boosts trade, tourism, and logistics efficiency

Business & Economy News

India Clears Two New Airlines

The Ministry of Civil Aviation granted NOCs to Al Hind Air and FlyExpress, allowing operations from 2026.
Along with Shankh Air, these airlines aim to:

• Increase market competition
• Improve regional connectivity
• Reduce dependence on dominant carriers like IndiGo and Air India Group

Appointments News

Coal India Appoints B. Sairam as CEO

Coal India Limited appointed B. Sairam as Chief Executive Officer, effective December 15, 2025.
His dual role as CMD and CEO is expected to improve strategic coordination and operational efficiency.

Anu Garg Appointed Odisha’s First Woman Chief Secretary

Senior IAS officer Anu Garg will assume office on January 1, 2026, becoming Odisha’s first woman Chief Secretary.

Centre Appoints Three Additional Solicitors General

The Central Government appointed three Additional Solicitors General (ASGs) for the Supreme Court for a three-year tenure, strengthening legal representation of the Union Government.

PV Sindhu Elected Chair of BWF Athletes’ Commission

PV Sindhu has been elected Chair of the BWF Athletes’ Commission (2026–2029), making her a member of the BWF Council and enhancing athlete representation in global badminton governance.

Awards News

President Presents Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025

Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025 on children below 18 for excellence in bravery, social service, sports, arts, and science & technology.

Sports News

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Honoured with PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar

14-year-old cricket prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi received the award for record-breaking performances in domestic cricket, Under-19 cricket, and the IPL.

Science & Technology News

IIT Patna Launches Supercomputer

IIT Patna inaugurated Bihar’s first Param Rudra supercomputer under the National Supercomputing Mission, supporting advanced research in AI, data science, quantum computing, and engineering.

India Develops First Indigenous MRI Scanner

Startup VoxelGrids, backed by Zoho, developed India’s first 1.5-tesla Made-in-India MRI scanner, deployed in Maharashtra.
The scanner is:

• Around 40% cheaper than imported models
• Free from liquid helium
• Fully indigenous in design

Important Days

International Day of Epidemic Preparedness – December 27

Observed annually since 2020, the day emphasises:

• Strong public health systems
• Early disease detection
• Global cooperation
  It highlights lessons from pandemics like COVID-19 to ensure global health security.