- On 13 Nov 2025, the Government of India (GOI) withdrew 14 Quality Control Orders (QCOs). These were issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers (MoCF). Products included PTA (Purified Terephthalic Acid), EG (Ethylene Glycol), PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride), ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene), PC (Polycarbonate). Aim: To ease compliance, reduce costs, and support MSMEs in textiles, plastics, and automotive sectors.
- On 12 November 2025, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveiled a special “My Stamp” dedicated to the Rezang La War Memorial in New Delhi. Issued by the Department of Posts, the stamp honours the extraordinary bravery of the 13th Battalion, Kumaon Regiment during the Battle of Rezang La (1962 India–China war), ahead of its 63rd anniversary.
- On 13 November 2025, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) signed an agreement with NAM InfoCom Pvt. Ltd. to jointly develop an indigenous Mission Critical Communication (MCX) Solution. This collaboration strengthens India’s public safety and emergency response infrastructure by delivering secure, real-time communication systems.
- On 13 November 2025, the Government launched ₹1,500 crore modernization projects at New Mangalore Port. The event marked the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA). Projects include a connectivity road, truck terminal, hospital, automation, and solar power initiatives.
- The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) approved a landmark One-Stop Travel System in 2025 to make Gulf travel seamless. Starting with a pilot in December 2025 between the UAE and Bahrain, travelers will complete all immigration, customs, and security checks at a single departure checkpoint.
- The Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 gave the NDA a massive mandate with 202 seats. BJP (89) and JD(U) (85) led the alliance, while RJD collapsed to 25 seats. The Mahagathbandhan was routed, securing only 35 seats overall. This historic win reaffirmed PM Modi and CM Nitish Kumar’s leadership in Bihar.
- On 14 Nov 2025, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced India is 6th globally in patent filings. India filed 64,000+ patents, with 55% by resident innovators (Indian citizens & institutions). The announcement was made at INNOTECH’25 (Innovation & Technology Festival 2025) in Ghaziabad. India also rose to 38th rank in the Global Innovation Index (GII), showing strong innovation growth.
- On 15 Nov 2025, the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) signed an MoU with the Jharkhand State Pharmacy Council (JSPC) in Ranchi. Aim: To promote safe and rational use of medicines, strengthen pharmacovigilance & materiovigilance, and ensure patient safety. It will train pharmacists in Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) reporting and rational drug practices.
- On 12 November 2025, Global Service Hub (GSH) India Pvt. Ltd. signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Manipur. The collaboration was announced at the Sustainable Energy Forum in Chennai. It focuses on skill development, internships, and joint research in IoT, sustainability, and smart building systems.
- Kunchala Kaivalya Reddy, a 17-year-old from Andhra Pradesh, was selected on 10 November 2025 for the prestigious astronaut training programme of Titans Space Industries (TSI) in Florida, USA. The four-year programme (2026–2029) will prepare her for participation in a 2029 international space mission.
- The 2nd edition of Udyog Samagam 2025 was held on 11 November in New Delhi by DPIIT. With the theme of Collaboration, Sustainability, and Quality Manufacturing, the event focused on strengthening India’s industrial ecosystem. Its aim was to promote Quality Control Orders (QCOs), ensuring higher product standards and curbing substandard imports. Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted the importance of Zero Effect, Zero Defect (ZED) manufacturing for sustainable growth and global competitiveness.
- Janjatiya Gaurav Divas 2025 was observed on 15 November to mark Birsa Munda’s 150th birth anniversary. The national celebration took place at Dediapada, Gujarat, led by PM Narendra Modi. He launched ₹9,700 crore tribal welfare projects, including 42 EMRS schools and 1 lakh houses. The year was declared Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh to honour tribal heroes and heritage.
- Walmart announced on 14 November 2025 that CEO Doug McMillon will retire on 31 January 2026. He joined Walmart in 1984 and has served as CEO since 2014, transforming it into a tech-driven giant. John Furner, President & CEO of Walmart U.S., will assume charge as the new CEO on 1 February 2026.
- S. Krishnan (Subramanian Krishnan) was appointed as the Part-Time Chairman of Jammu & Kashmir Bank effective 13 November 2025. His tenure will last till 26 March 2028, with approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He is an Independent Director on J&K Bank’s Board and former Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Punjab & Sind Bank and Tamilnad Mercantile Bank.
- Padma Bhushan awardee Prof. Vaidyeswaram Rajaraman, pioneer of India’s computer science education, passed away on 8 Nov 2025 at age 92. He is known as the Father of Computer Science Education in India, having introduced the first course at IIT Kanpur in 1965. He authored 20+ textbooks and contributed to India’s supercomputing initiatives.
Questions:
Q.1 Who was appointed as the Part-Time Chairman of Jammu & Kashmir Bank in November 2025?a) Ramesh Kumar
b) Subramanian Krishnan
c) Vijay Shekhar Sharma
d) Anil Ambani
Answer: b) Subramanian Krishnan was appointed as the Part-Time Chairman of Jammu & Kashmir Bank with RBI approval.
Q.2 17-year-old Kunchala Kaivalya Reddy from Andhra Pradesh was selected for astronaut training by:
a) NASA
b) ISRO
c) Titans Space Industries (TSI), Florida
d) Blue Origin
Answer: c) Kunchala Kaivalya Reddy, a 17-year-old from Andhra Pradesh, was selected on 10 November 2025 for the prestigious astronaut training programme of Titans Space Industries (TSI) in Florida, USA.
