Daily Current Affairs — 3 December 2025
4 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
SC Tasks CBI to Tackle ‘Digital Arrests’
In News The Supreme Court directed the CBI to lead a pan-India probe into ‘digital arrest’ scams. What Are Digital Arrests? Digital arrest is a cyber scam where fraudsters impersonate law enforcement officials to extort money by instilling fear and panic.
Needs of Bioremediation In India
Context India urgently needs bioremediation to restore polluted ecosystems, and ensure sustainable urban development, as over 16 lakh tonnes of legacy waste. What is Bioremediation? It means ‘restoring life through biology’.
Finland to Hold Road Shows on Circular Economy in India
Context Ahead of India hosting the World Circular Economy Forum 2026, Finland will conduct roadshows in major Indian cities to promote circular economy awareness and explore business opportunities. What is Circular Economy? The circular economy (CE) is a model of production that prioritises waste reduction or elimination at all stages of the product life cycle, from raw materials extraction and manufacturing to disposal and reuse.
India's Commitment to Disability Rights
Context The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is observed annually on December 3 to promote the rights and well-being of people with disabilities. About History: IDPD was first celebrated in 1992, following its proclamation through United Nations General Assembly Resolution 47/3. In 2006, the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) was adopted to ensure equality of opportunity for PwDs and to support the achievement of the 2030 Sustainable Development Goa