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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi Releases Rs 1,000 Crore PMEGP Subsidy to Support 11,333 Micro Enterprises
In October 2026, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MoMSME), released Rs.1,000 crore as Margin Money (MM) subsidy under the Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) to support 11,333 new micro enterprises across India.
Background:
Launch and Objective: PMEGP is a major credit-linked subsidy programme and Central Sector Scheme introduced in August 2008 to generate sustainable employment opportunities through the establishment of new micro-enterprises in the non-farm sector across rural and urban areas.
Administration and Implementation: PMEGP is administered by the Ministry of MSME and implemented by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), the national-level nodal agency.
Eligibility Criteria: Applicants must be above 18 years of age. A minimum Class VIII qualification is required for projects costing above Rs.10 lakh in the manufacturing sector and Rs.5 lakh in the business/service sector.

MoSPI Releases PLFS Quarterly Bulletin for July–September 2026; Unemployment Rate Declines to 5.1%
In November 2026, the National Statistics Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the Quarterly Bulletin of the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) for July-September 2026.

• The Unemployment Rate (UR) for persons aged 15 years and above improved to 5.1% in the July-September 2026 quarter, compared with 5.4% in the previous quarter.

Key Findings:
LFPR: The overall LFPR for persons of age 15 years and above increased to 55.5% in the quarter July-September, 2026 as compared to 54.6% observed in the previous quarter.
WPR: Overall WPR for persons of age 15 years and above increased to 52.7% during the quarter July-September, 2026 compared to 51.7% in the previous quarter.
Sector-wise Employment: During July–September 2026, the share of rural workers in the primary (agriculture) sector increased from 52.9% to 56.7%, while the secondary sector declined from 24.4% to 21.9% and the tertiary sector fell from 22.7% to 21.4%, compared to the previous quarter.

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Inaugurates Delhi’s First Recreational Yamuna River Cruise Service
On 10 November 2026, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal (Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), inaugurated Delhi’s first recreational cruise service on the Yamuna River at Sonia Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi, in the presence of Delhi Lieutenant Governor (LG) Sardar Taranjit Singh Sandhu and Chief Minister (CM) Rekha Gupta.
About Yamuna River Cruise Service:
National Waterway Status: The Yamuna River is designated as National Waterway-110 (NW-110) under the National Waterways Act, 2016, aims to boost tourism, navigation and inland water transport through the cruise initiative.
Route & Significance: The Cruise Service features a 30-seater electric-powered vessel operating along the Sonia Vihar–Jagatpur stretch, covering approximately 6 kilometres (Km) (round trip).
Significance & Ticket Price: Promotes sustainable tourism and inland water transport; cruise ticket costs Rs. 500 and entry ticket Rs. 50 per person.
Implementing Agencies: The project is led by the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) under the MoPSW, in collaboration with the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC), Delhi Jal Board (DJB) and the Irrigation and Flood Control Department, Government of Delhi.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju Visits Saudi Arabia and Signs Haj-2027 Agreement; India’s Pilgrim Quota Fixed at 1,75,025
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Minister of Minority Affairs (MoMA) and Parliamentary Affairs (MoPA), undertook an official visit to Saudi Arabia, from 6–9 November 2026, accompanied by the Joint Secretary (Haj), MoMA and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Haj Committee of India.

• During the visit, India and Saudi Arabia signed the Bilateral Haj Agreement-2027 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, confirming India's pilgrim quota at 1,75,025, unchanged since 2025, and strengthening cooperation in Haj management and pilgrims' welfare. 

Key Highlights of the Visit:
Bilateral Meetings: Union Minister Kiren Rijiju held a bilateral meeting with Saudi Arabia's Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah, at the Jeddah Superdome to review Haj-2027 preparations, bilateral coordination and logistical arrangements for Indian pilgrims.
Conference: Rijiju attended the inaugural ceremony of the 6th Hajj Conference and Exhibition in Jeddah and participated in the Ministerial Conference chaired by Dr. Al-Rabiah, appreciating Saudi Arabia's efforts towards pilgrims' welfare and reaffirming India's cooperation for Haj-2027.
Other Engagements: Rijiju interacted with Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region, attended the Noor-e-Diwali celebration at India House, Jeddah, appreciated the Indian diaspora's contribution to bilateral relations, and visited key Haj-related and cultural sites in Jeddah.

BANKING & FINANCE

RBI Issues Cybersecurity Directions for Non-Bank PSOs with 6-Hour Incident Reporting, Launches Three Key Surveys
In November 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued Master Directions(MD) on Cyber Resilience and Digital Payment Security Controls for non-bank Payment System Operators (PSO), tightening the cybersecurity protocols and mandating a strict six-hour incident reporting window for payment entities.

• The directions were issued under Section 10(2), read with Section 18, of the Payment and Settlement Systems(PSS) Act, 2007. 

RBI Cybersecurity Framework for PSOs:
Effective From: The master directions take effect immediately(November 5, 2026) for large and medium non-bank PSOs, while small payment operators have been granted a compliance window extending until April 1, 2028.
Objective:The directions aim to improve safety and security of the payment systems operated by PSOs by providing a framework for overall information security preparedness with an emphasis on cyber resilience.
Reporting Time: PSOs must notify the RBI and the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) within six hours of detecting unusual incidents, including cyberattacks, critical system outages, internal frauds, or settlement delays
Reports: RBI launched the Inflation Expectations Survey of Households (IESH) and Urban Consumer Confidence Survey (UCCS) across 19 cities, conducted by Hansa Research Group, and the Rural Consumer Confidence Survey (RCCS) across 31 States/UTs, conducted by Ipsos Research, to assess inflation expectations and consumer confidence.

IRDAI Constituted Two Working Groups to Prepare RBC Framework Aligned with Ind-AS
In November 2026, the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) announced the constitution of two working groups to prepare a risk-based capital framework aligned with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind-AS).
Working Group to Prepare New Framework
RBC Framework: IRDAI plans to introduce a Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework in place of the existing factor-based solvency system. 

• This approach will ensure that insurance companies maintain capital reserves in proportion to the risks associated with their operations.

Expert Groups: The regulator has established two separate working groups to develop the framework:

• Life Insurance Group: Convened by Jamuna Choudhary.
• Non-Life Insurance Group: Convened by Parmeshwar Shelke.

Patna Municipal Corporation Becomes Bihar's First Civic Body to List Municipal Bonds on NSE,
In November 2026, the Patna Municipal Corporation (PMC) became the first Urban local body in Bihar to raise funds through municipal bonds, mobilising around Rs 199.99 Crore (Cr) from the capital market.
About PMC's Municipal Bond Listing:
Bond Issue & Investor Response: The bonds were issued through private placement on 30 October 2026 via NSE’s Electronic Bidding Platform (EBP), attracting bids worth over Rs 205 crore, more than twice the base issue size.
Interest & Tenure: The bonds carry an annual coupon rate of 9.20% with a tenure of 10 years.
Fund Utilization: The funds will be used to execute 18 development projects across 15 locations in Patna, including two vending zones, two marriage halls, one parking facility, one commercial complex, one hotel and one community centre.
Municipal Bonds: Municipal bonds are debt securities issued by Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), such as municipal corporations, to raise funds from investors for public infrastructure and civic development.

AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS

British Author M. John Harrison Wins 2026 Booker Prize for Novel ‘The End of Everything’
On 9 November 2026, British author M. John Harrison won the 2026 Booker Prize for his 13th novel, The End of Everything at a ceremony held at Old Billingsgate, London, United Kingdom (UK), becoming the first dedicated science fiction and speculative fiction author to win the prestigious award since its inception in 1969.

• He received the Booker Prize trophy from David Szalay, the 2025 winner for his novel “Flesh.”
• At 81, he became the oldest author to win the Booker Prize, surpassing the previous record held by Canadian author Margaret Atwood, who was 79 when she jointly won the 2019 Booker Prize for ‘The Testaments'.

About 2026 Booker Prize:
Prize Money: M. John Harrison received a cash prize of British Pound Sterling (GBP) 50,000 along with a trophy.
Judging Panel: The 2026 Booker Prize judging panel was chaired by Dame Mary Beard, a renowned classicist, historian and author and included Jarvis Cocker, Patricia Lockwood, Raymond Antrobus and Rebecca Liu.
Novel Overview: Published in 2026 by Serpent’s Tail (Profile Books), The End of Everything is a 198-page dystopian science fiction satire set in post-apocalyptic Britain, inspired by the 2008 global financial crisis, and marks the publisher’s first Booker Prize win.

Lionel Messi Becomes First Player to Win Back-to-Back MLS Golden Boot Awards
In November 2026, Argentine footballer Lionel Messi became the first player in Major League Soccer (MLS) history to win the Golden Boot in consecutive seasons after scoring a league-high 26 goals for Inter Miami CF Club, United States of America (USA) during the 2026 regular season. 

• FC Dallas' Petar Musa finished second with 22 goals, while Nashville SC's Sam Surridge secured third place with 21 goals. 

Highlights of the Recognition:
Previous Achievement: Messi won the MLS Golden Boot in 2025 with 29 goals and the Landon Donovan MLS Most Valuable Player (MVP) award in 2024 and 2025.
Performance: During the 2026 regular season, he provided 17 assists in 31 appearances with 29 Starts, recording a league-high 43 goal contributions.
Standings: Inter Miami finished second in the Eastern Conference with 60 points and qualified for the playoffs, while Nashville SC set a new single-season record with 77 points, surpassing Inter Miami's previous record of 74 points in 2024.
Recognition: Messi became the first player in MLS history to win consecutive Golden Boot awards and the sixth player to win it twice. He was also selected for the 2026 Fédération Internationale des Associations de Footballeurs Professionnels (FIFPRO) Men's World 11 alongside Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland and Lamine Yamal. 

• Messi secured his 18th FIFPRO Men's World 11 selection, extending his record for the most appearances in the team.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

ISRO Successfully Conducts Flight Acceptance Test of Cryogenic Engine for GSLV-F19 Mission to Launch NVS-04
In November 2026, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted a 200-second flight acceptance test of the cryogenic engine for its next Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) mission ‘GSLV-F19’, at the ISRO Propulsion Complex in Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu (TN).

• The mission will launch the navigation satellite ‘NVS-04’ in 2027 as part of India's indigenous Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) system.

About the Cryogenic Engine Test for GSLV-F19:
Performance: Both the Main Engine (ME) and Gas Generator (GG) ignited as expected, while the engine demonstrated normal steady-state operation during the test, with performance matching pre-test predictions.
Integration: Following the successful test, the cryogenic engine will be inducted into the cryogenic stage of the GSLV-F19 launch vehicle.
Satellite: NVS-04 is the fourth navigation satellite in the second-generation NVS series, designed to strengthen India's regional satellite navigation capabilities.

China’s CERES-2 Y3 Rocket Successfully Deploys Four Satellites into Sun-Synchronous Orbit
On 7 November 2026, China successfully launched the CERES-2 Y3 carrier rocket, developed by Galactic Energy (Beijing Galactic Energy Space Technology Co., Ltd.), from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center (JSLC), Gobi Desert, northwestern China.  

• The rocket successfully deployed four satellites Guanlan, Yunyao-1 28, Zhongbei Daxue-1 and Juntian-1 06A, into a planned 535-kilometre (km) Sun-Synchronous Orbit (SSO) for commercial, scientific and space-monitoring applications. 

About the launch of CERES-2 Y3:
Configuration: CERES-2 has three solid-propellant stages and a fourth liquid-fuelled upper stage using hydrazine propulsion, with an approximate liftoff mass of 100 tonnes and payload capacities of 1,600 kilogram (kg) to a 500-km Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and 1,300 kg to a SSO at the same altitude.
Payload: The satellites serve different purposes: Guanlan for ocean remote sensing, Yunyao-1 28 for commercial meteorology, Zhongbei Daxue-1 (North University of China-1) for university-led scientific research and space technology experiments, and Juntian-1 06A for space situational awareness and orbital object monitoring.

SPORTS

World Armwrestling and Para Armwrestling Championships 2026: India Finishes 5th with 59 Medals
In November 2026, India secured fifth place in the 47th World Armwrestling and 28th World Para Armwrestling Championships, held in New Delhi, Delhi from 29 October to 6 November 2026, winning 59 medals (9 Gold, 19 Silver and 31 Bronze). 

• Russia secured 1st place, followed by Kazakhstan in 2nd place and Türkiye in 3rd place.
•  The 2027 World Armwrestling Championship to be held in Canada.

About World Armwrestling and Para Armwrestling Championships 2026:
Overview: India hosted the World Championships for the first time, organised by the People’s Armwrestling Federation of India (PAFI) under the World Armwrestling Federation (WAF), with over 1,700 athletes from 65 countries participating.
Medal Tally: The medal tally includes 26 medals in the Para category (2 gold, 10 silver and 14 bronze), 20 in the Sub-junior, Junior and Youth categories (3 gold, 8 silver and 9 bronze), 12 in the Masters and Grand Masters categories (4 gold, 1 silver and 7 bronze) and 1 bronze medal in the Senior category.
Notable Indian Medal Winners: Jincymol Sebastian won 2 Gold medals in the Grand Masters Women’s 80 kilogram(kg) category (left and right arms), while Yogesh Choudhary and Shoukath V.T. secured 1 Gold and 1 Bronze each. Madhura K.N. won Bronze in the Senior Women’s 70 kg Right Arm category, becoming India’s only senior-category medallist.

OBITUARY

Padma Shri Awardee and Sitar Maestro Pandit Manilal Nag Passed Away at 87
On 9 November 2026, renowned Indian classical sitar maestro and Padma Shri awardee Pandit Manilal Nag, a distinguished exponent of the Bishnupur Gharana of Hindustani classical music, passed away at the age of 87 in Kolkata, West Bengal (WB). He was born on 16 August 1939 in Bankura, WB.

• He was honoured with Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian award in the field of Art in 2020.

About Pandit Manilal Nag:
Early Life: He received his initial sitar training from his father, Sangeetacharya Gokul Nag, a renowned exponent of the Bishnupur Gharana. He made his concert debut in 1954 and later emerged as one of the leading exponents of the Gharana.
Musical Career: He performed at several prestigious music festivals and contributed to the preservation of the Bishnupur Gharana through teaching and mentoring. He was associated with the ITC Sangeet Research Academy, Kolkata (2005–2011), as part of its Instrumental Music Division.
Awards & Recognitions: He received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (2001) for Hindustani Instrumental Music; Senior Fellowship (2005) from the Ministry of Culture; Honorary Gold Medal (2008) from the Asiatic Society, Kolkata; Alauddin Purashkar (2012) and Banga Bibhushan (2015) from the Government of WB.

BOOKS & AUTHORS

Sonia Gandhi Released Memoir “Belonging: A Journey of Love”
In November 2026, Sonia Gandhi, Chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP), released her memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love on 10 November 2026. Published by HarperCollins India, the 544-page book revisits her personal life, family experiences and major political events in India's history.
Highlights of the Memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love:
Profile: Born on 9 December 1946 in Lusiana, Italy, Sonia Gandhi is the former President of the Indian National Congress (INC) and Chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP).
Emergency: She described the 1975 Emergency as a mistake opposed by Rajiv Gandhi and revisited Operation Blue Star, the Gujarat riots, the Shah Bano controversy and the Anna Hazare-led anti-corruption movement.
Babri: She described the Babri Masjid demolition on 6 December 1992 as a turning point in Indian politics and recalled breaking down in tears while watching the incident.
International publication: The memoir was published by William Collins in the United Kingdom(UK) and Alfred A. Knopf in the United States of America(USA). These are currently mentioned only in Exam Hints; add them to the main article.
Prime Ministership: She explained declining the PMs post in 2004 in favour of Manmohan Singh, citing his integrity. She also recalled Pranab Mukherjee's reported interest in the top post in 2010.
Personal Experiences: She recalled her medical treatment, Rajiv Gandhi's assassination (1991), the loss of her first child (1969), family tensions with Maneka Gandhi, discovering grenades after Operation Blue Star (1984) and Gujarat riots (2002).

IMPORTANT DAYS

World Urbanism Day 2026 - November 8
World Urbanism Day(WUD), also known as World Town Planning Day (WTPD), was observed across the globe on 8 November to highlight the importance of urban and regional planning in developing sustainable, inclusive and liveable communities.

• 8 November 2026 marked the 77th anniversary of the observance, celebrated in more than 30 countries.

• 2026 Theme: “Great Communities Are Built on Planning!”

Background:
Origin: Initiated in 1949 by Professor Carlos María della Paolera of the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, to promote public and professional interest in urban and regional planning.
Promotion: The International Society of City and Regional Planners (ISOCARP) promotes the observance through activities organised by its members worldwide.
2026 Event:
Global Initiative: The Global Planners Network (GPN) highlighted the importance of collaboration between urban planners, governments and local communities in shaping better cities.
International Conference: The American Planning Association (APA) and the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) jointly organised the 77th World Town Planning Day Online Conference on 6 November 2026.

World Immunization Day 2026 - November 10
World Immunization Day is observed annually across the world on 10 November to promote vaccination awareness and supports the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Immunization Agenda 2030 (IA2030) to ensure universal access to vaccines across all age groups.
Background:
Origin: The WHO established the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) in 1974, following a World Health Assembly initiative, to ensure that all children worldwide receive life-saving vaccines.
First Observance: The inaugural World Immunization Day was observed on 10 November 2012.
World Immunization Week 2026: Observed annually from 24–30 April under the leadership of WHO, the 2026 theme was “For every generation, vaccines work,” highlighting the role of vaccination in protecting people of all ages against vaccine-preventable diseases.

STATE NEWS

Mizoram Government Signs MoU with SBI for Digital Revenue Collection by Village Councils
On November 10 2026, the Government of Mizoram signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Bank of India (SBI) to enable Village Councils to digitally collect Own Source Revenue (OSR) through the SAMARTH Panchayat Portal and payment gateway, strengthening grassroots governance and financial self-reliance.

• The MoU was signed by Lalngura Tlau, Director, Rural Development and Administration Department (RD&AD), and Manish Uppal, Deputy General Manager (DGM), SBI

About Mizoram Government–SBI MoU:
Objective: The initiative promotes grassroots governance, digital governance, transparency and accountability, and rural development aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
Framework: Under the Mizoram Village Council Act, 2025, residents can pay taxes and other revenues online through SBI’s payment gateway, with transactions digitally recorded and monitored via the SAMARTH portal.
Significance: Strengthening OSR will enable Village Councils to achieve financial self-reliance, generate independent revenue and qualify for performance-based grants under the 16th Finance Commission.
Milestone: Mizoram became the first state in Northeast India and third state in India to sign an agreement with SBI for digital OSR collection through the SAMARTH portal.

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