Daily Current Affairs — 5 December 2025
5 articles • UPSC Prelims & Mains
BNHS to Reintroduce Two Vulture Species in Assam
Context The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS), is set to reintroduce two critically endangered vulture species, Slender-billed Vultures (Gyps tenuirostris) and White-rumped Vultures (Gyps bengalensis), in Assam. Vulture Vultures are one of the 22 species of large carrion-eating birds that live mostly in the tropics and subtropics. India is home to nine species of Vulture namely the Oriental white-backed, Long-billed, Slender-billed, Himalayan, Red-headed, Egyptian, Bearded, Cinereous and the
Karnataka's Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill
Context The State Cabinet approved the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, to effectively curb, prevent, dissemination, publication or promotion of hate speech and hate crimes, which cause disharmony and hatred in society. Key Features of the Bill Purpose and Scope: It seeks to prevent dissemination, publication, and promotion of hate speech and hate crimes. It aims to curb actions causing injury, disharmony, enmity, or hatred against individuals, groups, or organisati
Antarctic Ozone Hole Closes Early in 2025
In News The Antarctic ozone hole that formed in August 2025 closed earlier than usual, offering hope for recovery amid record global warming. What is the Ozone Hole? It is a seasonal thinning of the stratospheric ozone layer particularly in the southern polar region — was first discovered in 1985.
Define Fake News', Amend Penal Provisions to Take Action: Parliamentary Panel
Context A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Communications and IT, released a report titled Review of Mechanism to Curb Fake News. Major Highlights Define Fake News: It has asked the government to define the term fake news and incorporate suitable clauses in the existing regulatory framework to combat misinformation and protect freedom of speech. Amendments: There is a need to amend the penal provisions for publishing/telecasting fake news in relevant Acts/Rules/Guidelines for each form of med
Expansion of PM JI-VAN Yojana To Accelerate Advanced Biofuel Production
Context Recently, the Union Government has expanded the scope and timeline of the Pradhan Mantri Jaiv Indhan–Vatavaran Anukool Fasal Awashesh Nivaran (JI-VAN) Yojana, reaffirming its commitment to sustainable development and energy security. About PM JI-VAN Its 2024 Upgrades It was launched in 2019 under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG). It is implemented by the Centre for High Technology (CHT) that operated under the MoPNG.