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Sai Jadhav has recently become the first female officer to graduate from the Indian Military Academy (IMA).
India has launched the general-purpose microprocessor DHRUV64, strengthening its self-reliance in semiconductor technology.
Homebound' has been officially shortlisted in the Best International Feature Film category of the Oscar 2026, which means it is one of the 15 films competing for one of the final five nomination slots. Homebound' is directed by Neeraj Ghewan and produced by Karan Johar (Dharma Productions), starring Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa and Janhvi Kapoor in lead roles.
In a significant boost to India's traditional handloom heritage, the unique Ponduru Khadi of Andhra Pradesh, famous for its hand-spun and hand-woven cotton fabric, has been granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag by the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Miyana Railway Station in Guna, Madhya Pradesh, has been honored with the National Energy Conservation Award 2025 for its outstanding initiatives in energy saving. President Draupadi Murmu presented this award on National Energy Conservation Day (December 14, 2025) to Miyana in recognition of its best performance in the transportation category (railway station).
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honored with 'The Great Honor, the Mark of Ethiopia', the highest civilian award of Ethiopia, by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali on December 16, 2025. This award was presented to Prime Minister Modi at a special ceremony held at the International Convention Center in Addis Ababa. This award is the 28th highest foreign state award received by Prime Minister Modi, which signifies the continuous recognition of India's leadership and its active international participation on the global stage.
Bhutan celebrates its establishment as a nation on December 17 (National Day). Its national anthem is Druk Tsendhen (Kingdom of the Thunder Dragon).
A contingent of the Indian Army has left for the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to participate in the second edition of the India-UAE joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone-II'. The exercise is scheduled to be held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from December 18 to 30, 2025. The Indian contingent comprises 45 personnel, mainly from a mechanized infantry regiment battalion. A UAE Land Forces contingent of similar strength will be represented by the 53 Mechanized Infantry Battalion.
Pensioners' Day, celebrated annually on December 17 in India, is a tribute to the pioneering D.S. Nakara, who tirelessly championed the rights and dignity of pensioners. This day commemorates the historic Supreme Court judgment of 1982, which guaranteed equality and justice for retired officials and pensioners.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced that Hansi will be made a new district, and after the official notification, it will become the 23rd district of the state. Currently, Hansi is a sub-division of Hisar district.
HarperCollins Publishers India, in collaboration with BMW Deutsche Motoren, has achieved a historic milestone in Indian publishing by releasing Shikhar Dhawan's autobiography 'The One: Cricket, My Life and More'.
On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, President Smt. Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the Param Veer Gallery at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 16, 2025. This initiative is an important step towards preserving the heritage of the bravest soldiers of India and the highest military valor. Through this, tribute is paid to those heroes who made the supreme sacrifice for the nation and this strengthens national pride.
The 47th All India Public Relations Conference was recently held in Uttarakhand.
Shamanuru Shivashankarappa, a renowned politician, recently passed away. He was known for his contributions to the political landscape.
In a significant development in the banking sector, the Government of India has extended the tenure of Ashwini Kumar Tiwari, Managing Director of State Bank of India (SBI), by two years. This decision comes at a time when the country's largest public sector bank is undergoing a period of economic growth, digital expansion, and financial reforms.