📢 PIB / Government Reports & Schemes

🔷 Centre Launches New Digital Platform for Divyangjans

On the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the government launched a new initiative under the Accessible India Campaign (Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan).
Initiative: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) launched the revamped 'Sugamya Bharat App'.
Key Feature: The app includes an accessibility mapping tool that lets users locate and rate the accessibility of public spaces, making the effort community-driven.
Other Initiatives: The government is also expanding the Unique Disability Identity (UDID) Card project to ensure every Divyangjan has a national database and uniform identity card for easy benefit delivery.

🔷 New Accelerated Prospecting Agencies (APAs) Notified

The Ministry of Coal has notified 18 new Accelerated Prospecting Agencies (APAs).
Goal: To enhance coal and lignite exploration in the country by involving the private sector.
Total APAs: This notification increases the total number of accredited APAs to 45.
Benefit: The agencies will help in preparing Geological Reports (GRs), which are necessary for the auctioning of coal blocks, thereby boosting efficiency and technological innovation.

🏛️ Polity & Governance

🔷 SC’s Direction on Haldwani Demolition Alert

The Supreme Court (SC) issued a direction regarding the demolition of alleged illegal structures in the Haldwani area of Uttarakhand.
Context: The decision has put a high alert in the area as it could impact around 50,000 residents.
Legal Debate: The issue involves the conflicting claims of the Railways over the land and the long-term residency of the inhabitants, raising questions of rehabilitation and right to housing.

🔷 Parliament Discusses Electoral Reforms

Discussions on electoral reforms and parliamentary traditions were held in Parliament.
Key Point: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju defended the practice of lawmakers concluding speeches with “Vande Mataram”, stating it aligns with national sentiment and tradition.
Broader Reforms: The ongoing debate covers proposals aimed at consolidating regulations and simplifying the electoral process.

💰 Economy & Banking

🔷 New Insurance Sector Reform Bill Proposed

The government has proposed a major reform bill aimed at a comprehensive reset of the insurance sector.
Objectives: The bill plans to consolidate regulations, expand market participation, and increase competition among insurance companies.
Context: This reform is being proposed as the GST compensation cess is set to lapse, leading to discussions about new revenue mechanisms, including possible levies on tobacco.

🌐 International Relations & Agreements

🔷 Russia Praises India Ahead of Putin’s Visit

Ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s arrival in India, Russia praised New Delhi's stance on global issues.
Focus: Russia specifically noted India's “very friendly” stand and Prime Minister Modi’s approach regarding the Ukraine conflict.
Bilateral Ties: Both nations noted the strengthening of bilateral cooperation, especially in the areas of defence, energy, and trade.

👤 Personalities (appointments, births, deaths)

🔷 Former England Batter Robin Smith Passes Away

Former legendary England cricketer Robin Smith passed away at the age of 62.
Contribution: Smith was widely regarded as one of England's most entertaining batters of his generation.
Career: He played 62 Test matches and 71 One Day Internationals (ODIs) for England.

🎭 Culture & Important Events

🔷 International Day of Persons with Disabilities

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) is observed globally on December 3 every year.
Theme 2025 (UN): The UN theme for 2025 is "Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress," emphasizing the full inclusion and leadership of persons with disabilities (PwDs).
Goal: The day aims to promote the rights and well-being of PwDs and increase awareness about their situation in every aspect of life.

📌 December 3, 2025 General Knowledge

Dr. Rajendra Prasad’s Birth Anniversary (1884): Birth anniversary of Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the freedom fighter, lawyer, and the first President of India.
International Day of Persons with Disabilities (1992): The day was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on this date in 1992 to promote the rights of PwDs.
Bhopal Gas Tragedy (1984): The world's worst industrial disaster occurred on the intervening night of December 2 and 3, 1984, when toxic Methyl Isocyanate (MIC) gas leaked from the Union Carbide plant in Bhopal.
First Successful Heart Transplant (1967): The first successful human-to-human heart transplant surgery was performed by Dr. Christiaan Barnard in Cape Town, South Africa.
1889 (Khudiram Bose): Birth anniversary of Khudiram Bose, one of the youngest revolutionaries in India's freedom struggle, known for the 1908 Muzaffarpur bombing.