Ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has been implemented

• Israel and Hezbollah entered a ceasefire in Lebanon, ending 14-month conflict on 27 November 2024.
• Ceasefire is based on UN Resolution 1701, involves Hezbollah fighter withdrawal, Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory, and a 60-day phased withdrawal.
• The United States played a pivotal role in brokering a ceasefire, with President Biden highlighting the Israeli withdrawal plan.
• Ceasefire in Beirut's southern suburbs has brought relief to the local population, causing heavy traffic and displaced individuals returning to their homes.
• The ceasefire presents a critical opportunity for long-term peace, but sustaining it requires significant diplomatic and on-ground efforts.

The Indian Army has received logistics drones for their use in the eastern sector (Defence )

• The Indian Army has begun deploying Sabal-20 logistics drones, developed by EndureAir Systems delivered by on  November 27, 2024.
• It will enhance logistical capabilities and stealth operations in the eastern sector.
• Sabal-20 Logistics Drones are electric unmanned helicopters with variable pitch technology, VTOL capabilities, and low RPM for stealth.
• It is suitable for long-range deliveries, high-altitude operations, and precision logistics in challenging environments.
• India's modernization of defence capabilities with Sabal-20 drones and Anālakshya MSCS is expected to enhance operational efficiency.

U8 World Cadets Chess Championship

• Eight-year-old Divith Reddy, from Telangana, has been declared the World Champion in the Under-8 World Cadets Chess Championship on 27 November 2024.
• Divith Reddy won gold medal with 9 points out of 11.
• Divith Reddy won the competition with a superior tiebreak score, while Sattwik Swain won the silver medal and Ziming Guo won the bronze medal.
• Divith Reddy, with a 1784 Fédération Internationale des Échecs (FIDE) rating, winning 4 games to secure the championship.
• India's rising chess talent, particularly at the junior level, builds on the success of young stars like D. Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Arjun Erigaisi.

Bajrang Punia

• Olympic bronze medallist Bajrang Punia has been suspended for four years by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) on 27 November 2024.
• He was suspended due to his refusal to provide a urine sample during the 2024 national wrestling selection trials.
• Punia's refusal to test due to expired kits and mistrust in NADA was deemed a deliberate violation of anti-doping obligations by NADA.
• Punia's suspension could impact his career, reputation, and doping awareness, raising questions about transparency and trust in India's doping control procedures.