Daily Current Affairs-India and World-19.12.2025
1) National News – Q&A
Q1. What landmark rural employment legislation did the Indian Parliament pass on 19 December 2025?
A1. Parliament passed the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 (VB-G RAM G), replacing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with an enhanced rural job guarantee scheme.
Q2. What was notable about the Winter Session of Parliament that concluded on 19 December 2025?
A2. The Winter Session concluded after passing eight landmark bills, including the VB-G RAM G Act amid intense debates and protests.
Q3. What day is commemorated in India on 19 December each year?
A3. Goa Liberation Day is observed to mark the end of Portuguese rule in Goa in 1961.
2) International News – Q&A
Q4. Which South Asian country experienced major unrest and violent protests around 19 December 2025?
A4. Bangladesh saw significant violent protests and arson attacks on media offices following the death of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi.
Q5. What did the UN Human Rights Chief call for amid the Bangladesh unrest?
A5. The UN Human Rights Chief urged calm and restraint after the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi triggered protests and violence.
3) Business News – Q&A
Q6. Who topped the Hurun India Top 200 Self-Made Entrepreneurs 2025 list?
A6. Deepinder Goyal, co-founder of Eternal (formerly Zomato), became India’s top self-made entrepreneur on the 2025 Hurun list.
4) Persons in News – Q&A
Q7. Which entrepreneur was highlighted on 19 December 2025 for topping a major wealth list?
A7. Deepinder Goyal topped the Hurun India self-made entrepreneurs list for 2025.
Q8. Which youth political activist’s death triggered protests in Bangladesh?
A8. The death of Sharif Osman Hadi triggered nationwide protests and violence in Bangladesh.
5) Places in News – Q&A
Q9. Which Middle Eastern city hosted the ongoing DESERT CYCLONE-II military exercise involving India on 19 December 2025?
A9. Abu Dhabi (UAE) hosted the India-UAE joint military exercise DESERT CYCLONE-II.
Q10. Which South Asian capital was in global headlines due to unrest on 19 December 2025?
A10. Dhaka, Bangladesh, was in news due to violent protests and attacks on institutions.
6) Awards and Honours – Q&A
(No major awards/honours reported on 19 Dec 2025 in top news sources.
7) Committees and Commissions – Q&A
Q11. With the enactment of the VB-G RAM G Act, what institutional bodies are expected under the new rural scheme?
A11. The Act will establish Central and State Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Councils for policy guidance and monitoring.
8) Sports News – Q&A
Q12. Which team won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2025 on this date?
A12. Jharkhand clinched their maiden Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy title in the 2025–26 season, with a record total in the final.
Q13. What major IPL auction record was set around 19 December 2025?
A13. Cameron Green became the most expensive overseas player in IPL history when bought for ?25.20 crore.
9) State News – Rajasthan – Q&A
Q14. What protest activities were planned by political groups in Rajasthan related to the rural jobs law on 19 December 2025?
A14. Agri and farm worker groups, along with opposition parties, planned nationwide protests, including in Rajasthan, against the VB-G RAM G Bill replacing MGNREGA.
10) Abbreviations – Q&A
Q15. What does VB-G RAM G stand for in the context of the new rural jobs law?
A15. Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin).
Q16. What does CEPA stand for, related to international trade agreements?
A16. Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.