1. National News
Government Launches National Digital Scholarship Dashboard
Central Government unveiled an integrated portal consolidating all scholarship schemes across ministries.
Aims to ensure real-time tracking, transparency, and faster processing for students.
Priority beneficiaries include rural students and first-generation learners.
India Announces ‘Green Logistics Vision 2040’
Policy launched to reduce logistics emissions by 45% by 2040.
Focus areas include electric freight corridors, biofuel-based trucking, and multimodal connectivity.
PM Inaugurates All-India Forensic Science Grid
Network integration of all State and Central forensic labs to accelerate criminal investigation.
The initiative expected to reduce DNA analysis backlog by 60%.
New AI Policy Framework Released by NITI Aayog
Framework emphasizes ethical AI, public-sector AI deployment, and responsible data governance.
Promotes AI integration in health, transport, public distribution, and e-governance.
2. International News
India-EU Conclude 4th Round of Trade & Technology Council Talks
Discussions held on technology regulations, data governance, and semiconductor collaboration.
New working group on cybersecurity and digital trust announced.
UN Adopts Resolution on Global Water Security
India co-sponsored the resolution focusing on climate-resilient water management.
Resolution encourages public–private partnerships for water infrastructure.
ASEAN Approves India’s Proposal for Maritime Navigation Grid
Aimed at strengthening Indo-Pacific maritime safety and harmonizing navigation standards.
World Bank Releases ‘Global Development Outlook 2025’
Predicts India to remain the fastest-growing major economy.
Highlights India’s digital and green infrastructure as key growth drivers.
3. Banking & Economic Affairs
RBI Launches ‘Unified Collateral Registry System’
Centralized platform for banks/NBFCs to access real-time collateral information.
Expected to reduce credit risk and improve MSME lending.
Retail Inflation Eases to 4.3% in October 2025
Decline driven by lower fuel and vegetable prices.
Within RBI’s target range of 2–6%.
India’s Forex Reserves Cross USD 680 Billion
Increase attributed to strong capital inflows and export performance.
UPI International Settlement Expanded to 12 More Countries
New corridors include South Korea, Oman, and Sweden.
Boost to Indian travellers and NRIs.
4. State-Level Developments
Maharashtra Launches Integrated Cyclone Preparedness Programme
Includes early warning systems, disaster-resilient shelters, and AI-based risk mapping.
Kerala Announces India’s First Public Biochar Production Network
Converts agricultural waste into biochar to support soil health and carbon sequestration.
Uttar Pradesh Approves New Startup Incentive Scheme
Provides seed funding up to ₹50 lakh and patent support for youth entrepreneurs.
5. Science & Technology
ISRO Successfully Tests ‘Reusable Launch Vehicle – RLV HEX-5’
Fifth test validates autonomous landing capabilities and thermal protection systems.
DRDO Develops Indigenous Hypersonic Material Composite
Material supports temperatures beyond 2000°C.
Designed for next-generation missile applications.
India Launches National Quantum Computing Mission Portal
Portal enables industry-academia collaboration and access to quantum labs and simulators.
6. Defence News
Indian Navy Commissions Indigenous Stealth Corvette ‘INS Prabal’
Equipped with advanced radar-absorbing materials and anti-ship missile systems.
India–France Conduct ‘Varuna 2025’ Naval Exercise
Focus on submarine tracking, multi-mission combat drills, and carrier operations.
7. Awards & Recognitions
National Sports Awards 2025 Announced
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna awarded to wrestler Nisha Dahiya for outstanding global performance.
Several young athletes recognized in athletics, archery, and weightlifting.
Padma Award Nominations 2026 Opened Publicly
Government encourages public participation through digital portal for transparent nomination process.
8. Sports News
India Wins Series Against New Zealand in 5-Match T20 Series (3–2)
India clinched the decider with an all-round performance.
Emerging players displayed strong match-winning contributions.
Asian Para Games Qualifiers: India Secures Record 27 Spots
Significant improvement in athletics, shooting, and swimming categories.
9. Appointments
New Chief Information Commissioner Appointed
Retired IAS officer Arvind Kumar takes charge as the new CIC of India.
World Health Organization Elects New Regional Director for SEARO
Dr. Maria Alves from Thailand elected for a five-year term.
10. Obituaries
Veteran Economist Dr. K. S. Narayanan Passes Away
Known for pioneering work in rural credit models and development economics.
