- India will host the Multilateral Naval Exercise (MILAN) 2026, the International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026, and the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs together. The events will be held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh from 15–25 February 2026. Over 55 nations, including the United States and Russia, are expected to participate.
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- On 3 November 2025, India’s Manufacturing PMI rose to 59.2 in October, up from 57.7 in September. This is the highest level in five years, indicating strong expansion in the manufacturing sector. The rise was driven by festive demand, GST relief measures, and easing input costs. It signals robust growth in output, new orders, and employment, boosting economic momentum.
- The State Bank of India (SBI) executed its first gold trade on 1 November 2025 at the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX), GIFT City, Gujarat. SBI participated as a Special Category Client (SCC), becoming the first public sector bank to do so. This move modernises India’s bullion import system, ensuring transparency and efficiency.
- India’s GST revenue for October 2025 stood at ₹1.96 lakh crore, showing a 4.6% year‑on‑year rise. Domestic GST collections grew by 2%, while import‑related GST surged 12.8%. After refunds, the net GST revenue was ₹1.69 lakh crore. The data was announced on 1 November 2025, reflecting festive demand and better compliance.
- On 2nd November 2025, ISRO launched its heaviest communication satellite CMS‑03 (4,410 kg). It was carried by the LVM3‑M5 ‘Bahubali’ rocket from Sriharikota. The satellite will boost broadband, TV, maritime, and secure communication services. This marks a major leap in India’s heavy‑lift and strategic space capabilities.
- The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists 2025 was observed on November 2, 2025, with the theme “Chat GBV: Raising Awareness on AI‑facilitated Gender-Based Violence against Women Journalists.” It highlighted the growing threats journalists face, especially women targeted through digital harassment, deepfakes, and online abuse.
- Ankathi Raju, a Distinguished Scientist, was appointed as the new Director of DRDL, Hyderabad (DRDO) on 1st November 2025. He has over 30 years of experience in missile propulsion and defence technologies. Raju contributed to key projects like SFDR propulsion, Prithvi, Agni, PDV, and Mission Shakti (ASAT).
- Vice Admiral B. Sivakumar, Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM), Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) assumed charge as the 40th Chief of Materiel of the Indian Navy on 1 November 2025. He succeeded Vice Admiral Kiran Deshmukh after his retirement. An alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Chennai, Osmania University, and National Defence College (NDC), he has over 38 years of service.
- Vishvajit Sahay, a 1990-batch Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS) officer, has been appointed as the Controller General of Defence Accounts (CGDA) on 1 November 2025. He succeeds in leading the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) under the Ministry of Defence. With over 30 years of experience, he has served in senior roles across Defence, Science & Technology, and Heavy Industry.
- On 2nd November 2025, IIT Kanpur celebrated its 66th Foundation Day. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar was honoured with the Distinguished Alumni Award (DAA). He is a 1985 Civil Engineering graduate of IIT Kanpur. The award recognised his outstanding contribution to public service and nation‑building.
- World Jellyfish Day 2025 was observed on 3 November 2025 to celebrate and raise awareness about jellyfish. These creatures are over 500 million years old, older than dinosaurs, and survive without a brain or heart. They play a vital role in the marine food chain and help maintain ocean biodiversity.
- Kim Yong Nam, former head of state of North Korea, passed away on 3 November 2025 at the age of 97. He served as President of the Presidium of the Supreme People’s Assembly from 1998 to 2019, acting as the nation’s ceremonial leader.
Questions:
Q.1 Which bank became the first public sector bank to execute a gold trade on the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX)?a) State Bank of India
b) Bank of Baroda
c) Punjab National Bank
d) Union Bank of India
Answer: a) On 1 November 2025, SBI traded gold as a Special Category Client (SCC) on IIBX, marking a step toward a transparent bullion import system.
Q.2 Who was honoured with the Distinguished Alumni Award by IIT Kanpur on its 66th Foundation Day?
a) Rajiv Kumar
b) Rajesh Gokhale
c) Gyanesh Kumar
d) Ajay Bhushan Pandey
Answer: c) IIT Kanpur celebrated its 66th Foundation Day. Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar was honoured with the Distinguished Alumni Award (DAA).
