Stay updated with the latest current affairs for 3 December 2025, important for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence exams, and your daily news preparation. Here are the major national and international developments of the day.

1. PM Modi Assures Continued Support to Sri Lanka After Cyclone Ditwah

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Sri Lankan President and assured him of India’s full support in rehabilitation and relief work after the destruction caused by Cyclone Ditwah.

• India is extending assistance through Operation Sagar Bandhu.
• Death toll in Sri Lanka crosses 460.
• Relief materials, medical teams, and emergency supplies sent by India.

Exam Angle: India–Sri Lanka relations, Disaster relief, Indian diplomacy.

2. Government Makes Sanchar Saathi App Mandatory in All New Mobile Handsets

The Government has directed that all mobile phones manufactured or imported for use in India must have the Sanchar Saathi App pre-installed.

The government clarified:

• Sanchar Saathi is not a surveillance app.
• The platform helps users track, block, and secure lost/stolen phones.
• Aims to prevent mobile fraud and enhance digital safety.

Exam Angle: Digital governance, Telecom regulations, Cyber security.

3. Fourth Edition of Kashi-Tamil Sangamam Begins in Varanasi

The Kashi-Tamil Sangamam 2025 began in Varanasi with a grand cultural ceremony.

Prime Minister Modi said the event strengthens:

• Cultural unity under Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.
• Emotional and historical ties between Kashi and Tamil Nadu.

Exam Angle: Cultural programmes, Government initiatives, National integration.

4. Parliament Adjourned Amid Opposition Protests on Electoral Roll Revision

Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned till 2 pm due to uproar over the electoral roll revision issue.

Updates:

• Opposition demanded clarity on the enumeration process.
• Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju accused the opposition of intentional disruptions.
• Election Commission sought clarification from West Bengal over 100% enumeration reports across 2,208 booths.

Exam Angle: Election reforms, Parliamentary proceedings.

5. Cyclone Ditwah Weakens; IMD Issues Red Alert for Tamil Nadu

Cyclone Ditwah has weakened into a depression, but the IMD has issued red alerts for:

• Chennai
• Tiruvallur
• Chengalpattu
• Kanchipuram

Heavy rainfall and flooding risks remain for the next 24 hours.

Exam Angle: Cyclones, IMD alerts, Disaster preparedness.

6. Atal Pension Yojana Enrolments Cross 8.34 Crore

The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) has achieved over 8.34 crore enrolments, with women comprising 48% of the total subscribers.

The scheme remains a key pillar for financial inclusion in the unorganised sector.

Exam Angle: Government pension schemes, Social security.

7. India Defeats Namibia 13–0 in Women’s FIH Hockey Junior World Cup

India registered a massive 13–0 victory over Namibia in the opening match of the Women’s FIH Hockey Junior World Cup in Santiago, Chile.

Exam Angle: Sports updates, International tournaments.

8. India–Russia Likely to Sign Key Agreements During Putin’s Visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit New Delhi from Thursday. India and Russia are expected to sign several agreements related to:

• Defence cooperation
• Energy partnership
• Space collaboration
• Trade and investment

Exam Angle: International relations, Bilateral ties, Geopolitics.

Conclusion

These were the top current affairs for 3 December 2025, important for all competitive exam aspirants and daily general awareness.