1) India approves the purchase of Heron Mark-II drones from Israel

The Government of India has approved the acquisition of Heron Mark-II Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) from Israel.

These drones are advanced Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) platforms capable of satellite-communication-based long-range surveillance, reconnaissance, and intelligence gathering.

The procurement aligns with India’s broader strategy to enhance border surveillance, especially along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and Line of Control (LoC).

2) Indian Army successfully tests BrahMos supersonic cruise missile

The Indian Army conducted a successful test of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, jointly developed by India and Russia.

The missile has a strike range of around 290–450 km (depending on variant) and is known for its high speed (Mach 2.8 to 3) and pinpoint precision.

This test validates the Army’s capability to carry out precision strikes on strategic targets and strengthens India’s offensive firepower.

3) The 26th Hornbill Festival begins at Kisama Heritage Village in Nagaland

The 26th edition of the Hornbill Festival, known as the Festival of Festivals, has begun at Kisama Heritage Village, Nagaland.

Celebrated annually from 1–10 December, it showcases the rich culture, dance, music, handicrafts, tribal traditions, and indigenous food of all 17 major Naga tribes.

The festival is a major event for promoting tourism and cultural preservation in the Northeast.

4) India’s Tressa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand win the Women’s Doubles title at Syed Modi International 2025

India’s badminton pair Tressa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand Pullela clinched the Women’s Doubles title at the Syed Modi International 2025 tournament.

This victory strengthens India's dominance in the doubles category and adds to their international career achievements.

5) Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport becomes India’s first water-positive airport

Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport has achieved the status of India’s first water-positive airport.

Water-positive means the airport recharges more water into the ecosystem than it consumes, through measures such as:

• Rainwater harvesting
• Groundwater recharge pits
• Efficient water management systems

This milestone supports India’s sustainability goals in the aviation sector.

6) ISRO Chief inaugurates India’s first private navigation centre — Ananth Centre of Excellence, Kerala

The Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) inaugurated India’s first private navigation centre, the Ananth Centre of Excellence, located in Kerala.

This centre aims to boost research and development in satellite navigation, PNT technologies (Positioning, Navigation and Timing) and promote the growth of private space startups under the expanding Indian space ecosystem.