Source: BS Context: Existing Systems Proposed Integration
National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID)
Source: TH Context: NATGRID is receiving around 45,000 data requests per month, reflecting increased reliance by Central agencies and State police for real-time intelligence. About NATGRID Aim Functions
Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary to Launch Safari Services in Telangana
Source: TNIE Context: Telangana’s Mulugu forest officials are set to introduce safari services inside Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary, creating new eco-tourism and livelihood opportunities for local communities. About Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary Biodiversity
Corporate Average Fuel-Efficiency (CAFE)
Source: Mint Two global transport and road-safety organisations—the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) and the International Road Federation (IRF)—have separately asked the Indian government to reassess further concessions under the upcoming Corporate Average Fuel-Efficiency (CAFE-III) norms.The auto industry has argued that the revised norms remain too stringent and may affect sectoral viability. What Are CAFE Norms? Purpose
RBI Directs Weekly Updates of Credit Information Reports
Source: ET Context: Key Directives Rationale
RBI Monetary Policy Outlook: December 2025
Policy Action Purpose of Policy Action: Explanation of Key RBI Rates Rate Current Level Function Repo Rate 5.25% Rate at which RBI lends to commercial banks; cuts stimulate growth SDF Rate 5.00% Rate at which banks deposit surplus funds with RBI without collateral MSF Rate 5.50% Overnight borrowing rate for banks in urgent need; last-resort facility Bank Rate 5.50% Long-term lending rate of RBI; benchmark for other interest rates Fixed Reverse Repo Rate 3.35% Rate at which RBI borrows from banks; helps manage liquidity
IDFC FIRST Bank Launches Upgraded “FIRST WOW! Credit Card”
Source: BL Overview Key Features
SEBI Launches PaRRVA to Strengthen Investor Protection
Source: Mint Context: On 8 December 2025, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) launched the Past Risk and Return Verification Agency (PaRRVA) to curb mis-selling of financial products and enhance supervision of intermediaries, including social media “finfluencers.” About PaRRVA: Key Features: Significance: Background:
SEBI Introduces Framework for AI-Only Funds and Large Value Funds (LVFs)
Source: Mint Context: On 8 December 2025, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) issued a circular formalising the process for existing Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) to convert into Accredited Investor-only funds (AI-only funds) or Large Value Funds (LVFs). The move follows amendments to the SEBI (AIF) Regulations, 2012, notified on 19 November 2025. Key Highlights of the Circular: About LVFs and AI-only Funds: Significance:
Food Inflation Dips
Source: IE Context: The sowing of rabi crops—including wheat, mustard, chana, masoor, and maize—has been around 10% higher than last year. This reflects positive developments in rainfall, government support, and crop price incentives. Key Drivers of Increased Rabi Sowing Implications for Food Inflation and Economy Challenges: Farm Income and Price Volatility Significance
