Daily Current Affairs- 7th November 2025

Daily Current Affairs- 7th November 2025

Commemorative Rs.50 Coin Marks NHPC Limited’s Golden Jublilee

In the News: President Droupadi Murmu released a commemorative Rs.50 coin to mark the Golden Jubilee of NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower company. The event celebrated NHPC’s 50 years of contribution to clean and sustainable energy generation in India.

Key Points:

• Event Launch: The commemorative coin was unveiled by President Droupadi Murmu at a ceremony in New Delhi, attended by Union Power Minister R.K. Singh and senior NHPC officials.
• Coin Design: The ₹50 coin features the NHPC logo, the inscription “50 Years of NHPC Limited,” and the years 1975–2025 engraved on one side, with the Lion Capital of Ashoka and the denomination on the reverse.
• NHPC Background: Established in 1975, NHPC (formerly National Hydroelectric Power Corporation) is India’s leading hydropower developer under the Ministry of Power.
• Operational Achievements: NHPC currently operates 25 power stations with an installed capacity of 7,097 MW, including solar and wind energy projects contributing to India’s renewable energy goals.
• Contribution to Clean Energy: The company has played a vital role in promoting hydropower as a reliable renewable source, supporting India’s target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.

Kazakhstan to Join Abraham Accords Hints By Trump

In the News: Former U.S. President Donald Trump hinted that Kazakhstan could be the next country to join the Abraham Accords, marking a potential expansion of the landmark peace initiative that normalized relations between Israel and several Arab and Muslim-majority nations. The statement has sparked renewed diplomatic attention toward Central Asia’s evolving role in Middle East geopolitics.

Key Points:

• Background: The Abraham Accords, initiated in 2020 under Trump’s administration, established diplomatic relations between Israel and countries such as the UAE, Bahrain, Morocco, and Sudan.
• Kazakhstan’s Position: Kazakhstan, a Muslim-majority nation maintaining balanced ties with both Israel and Arab states, has expressed interest in strengthening cooperation in technology, agriculture, and renewable energy sectors.
• Trump’s Statement: During a public event in Florida, Trump stated that Kazakhstan’s inclusion in the accords would “further consolidate peace and economic integration in the broader Middle East and Central Asia.”
• Strategic Significance: Kazakhstan’s participation could make it the first Central Asian nation to join the Abraham Accords, signaling a geopolitical bridge between the Gulf and Eurasian regions.
• Diplomatic Reactions: Israeli and U.S. officials welcomed the prospect, while Kazakhstan’s foreign ministry noted that discussions were in a preliminary stage.
• Regional Impact: If finalized, Kazakhstan’s entry would enhance trade, defense cooperation, and connectivity projects linking Central Asia with West Asia.
• Global Context: The move aligns with a broader U.S. diplomatic push to expand normalization agreements amid shifting alliances and energy security concerns in the Middle East.

Strongest Geomagnetic Storm Of 2025

In the News:  Earth experienced the strongest geomagnetic storm of the year, triggered by a series of powerful coronal mass ejections (CMEs) from the Sun. The storm reached G4 (severe) level on the NOAA space weather scale, disrupting satellite communications, GPS navigation, and power grids in several regions, while also producing vivid auroras visible across mid-latitudes.

Key Points:

• Event Trigger: The storm was caused by multiple CMEs ejected from a large and magnetically complex sunspot region (AR3891) that had been active for several days.
• Intensity Level: Classified as a G4 (severe) geomagnetic storm, the event recorded a Kp index of 8, making it one of the most intense solar storms since 2003.
• Global Impact: Temporary communication blackouts were reported in North America, Northern Europe, and parts of Asia; airlines rerouted polar flights as a precaution.
• Aurora Activity: Spectacular auroras were observed as far south as Italy, northern India (Ladakh and Himachal), and the U.S. states of Texas and Arizona.
• Scientific Monitoring: NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) closely tracked solar wind speeds exceeding 900 km/s using the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO) and India’s Aditya-L1 mission.
• Impact on Satellites and Grids: Satellite operators switched to safe mode to prevent damage from high-energy particles; power fluctuations were noted in northern Canada.
• Scientific Context: Scientists warned that solar activity is peaking as part of Solar Cycle 25, expected to reach its maximum in 2025–26, increasing the likelihood of more such strong space-weather events.

Crisis in Sudan: Current trigger, old faultlines, and the human cost

In the News: The crisis in Sudan escalated sharply as fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) engulfed major cities including Khartoum, Al Fasher, and Kadugli, worsening an already dire humanitarian situation. The renewed conflict reflects deep-rooted political, ethnic, and economic faultlines that have shaped Sudan’s instability for decades.

Key Points:

• Current Trigger: The latest wave of violence began after a failed ceasefire collapsed in late September 2025, with both the SAF and RSF accusing each other of violating peace terms. RSF advances in Darfur and Kordofan prompted retaliatory airstrikes by the army.
• Old Faultlines: Sudan’s conflict stems from historical rivalries between central and regional powers, ethnic divisions, and disputes over resource control — particularly in the oil- and gold-rich western provinces.
• Humanitarian Impact: According to the UN, over 10 million people have been displaced, with famine conditions confirmed in Al Fasher and Kadugli. Hospitals, aid depots, and schools have been destroyed, leaving millions without food or medical assistance.
• International Response: The United Nations, African Union, and IGAD have called for immediate ceasefire talks, while India and the EU have sent humanitarian aid through relief corridors in Port Sudan.
• Human Rights Concerns: Reports of ethnic violence, sexual assaults, and indiscriminate bombings have drawn global condemnation. The International Criminal Court (ICC) has announced investigations into possible war crimes.

India Celebrates 100 Years of Hockey

In the News: India celebrated 100 years of its rich hockey legacy, marking a century since the establishment of the Indian Hockey Federation (IHF) in 1925. The centenary celebrations honored the sport’s glorious history, its legendary players, and India’s dominance in international hockey, including eight Olympic gold medals.

Key Points:

• Centenary Celebration: India commemorated 100 years of hockey excellence through a grand event organized by Hockey India in New Delhi, attended by former Olympians, current players, and officials.
• Historical Origin: The Indian Hockey Federation was founded in 1925, paving the way for India’s first international tour to New Zealand in 1926
• Golden Legacy: India won its first Olympic gold medal in hockey at the 1928 Amsterdam Games and went on to secure eight Olympic golds — a record unmatched in the sport’s history.
• Special Recognition: The celebration included tributes to legends like Dhyan Chand, Balbir Singh Sr., and Dhanraj Pillay for their contributions to Indian hockey.
• Cultural Integration: The centenary logo and theme “A Century of Glory: Sticks, Spirit & Pride”  were unveiled to symbolize India’s enduring love for the sport.