Donald Trump Set to Back in the White House as 47th President of USA
Donald Trump clinched a critical victory in Wisconsin, securing 276 electoral votes, well above the 270 needed, and reclaimed the White House as America's 47th President.
Trump made history by becoming the first President in 120 years to return to power after being voted out post-first term.
J. D. Vance an American politician, author, and former United States Marine is the Vice President-elect of the United States.
Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan Form Joint Panel for Cheetah Project
In response to recent incidents of cheetahs from Madhya Pradesh straying into neighboring Rajasthan, a joint corridor management committee has been established between the two states. The committee's primary focus will be on the conservation of these felines, ensuring the development of suitable habitats, and facilitating the future relocation of cheetahs from Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park (KNP) and Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary.
The formation of a ten-member joint committee by Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan aims to develop and manage a cheetah corridor between the two states, ensuring safe movement of cheetahs.
Chinese smart devices firm Xiaomi's India head Muralikrishnan. B resigned from the company to pursue his interest in academic research.
He will continue to support Xiaomi India as an independent Strategic Advisor.
As per Xiaomi, Muralikrishnan played a pivotal role in enhancing Xiaomi India's brand presence, leading strategic direction across teams, and steering critical public affairs efforts.
SBI Appoints Debasish Mishra as Chief General Manager of its New Delhi Circle
State Bank of India (SBI) appointed Debasish Mishra as the Chief General Manager of its New Delhi Circle.
Mishra has experience across Credit, Operations, Forex, IT, HR, and MSME sectors, both in India and overseas.
A Certified Financial Planner and Chevening Gurukul Scholar, Mishra's appointment came at a time when SBI's New Delhi Circle, comprising over 1,700 branches, aims to reinforce its market position in alignment with the nation's growth.
IFC Invests $400 Million in Bajaj Finance for Climate and Women Empowerment
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) announced a strategic partnership with Bajaj Finance Ltd. (BFL), committing $400 million as part of a $1 billion fundraising initiative to enhance access to climate finance in India. This investment is aimed at expanding financing for electric vehicles (EVs), energy-efficient consumer goods (EECG), and women-owned micro-enterprises, aligning with India's climate goals and promoting financial inclusion.
Indian Boxer Mandeep Jangra Wins WBF's World Title
Indian boxer Mandeep Jangra won the World Boxing Federation's super featherweight world title. He achieved this victory by defeating British boxer Conor McIntosh in the Cayman Islands. This win marks an important milestone in Jangra's career.
The Haryana boxer, who made his professional boxing debut in 2021, hopes the title will inspire more Indian pugilists to turn professional.
Moin-ul-Haq Stadium Redevelopment: Bihar Govt. Signs 30-year Lease with BCA
The Bihar Government and the Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), granting the association a 30-year lease on the Moin-ul-Haq Stadium in Patna.
The MoU officially transferred the stadium to the BCA and paved the way for the redevelopment of the 55-year-old stadium, which would be transformed into a state-of-the-art international standard sports complex.
It will be renovated with the financial support from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Amit Shah Chairs 32nd Kendriya Hindi Samiti Meeting in New Delhi
Union Minister Amit Shah chaired the 32nd meeting of the 'Kendriya Hindi Samiti' in New Delhi.
It is the apex body responsible for providing guidelines for the promotion and development of Hindi in India.
Coordinates programs and policies implemented by various ministries and departments of the Government of India.
The Samiti's role is crucial in ensuring the progressive use of Hindi as the national language.
MP Cabinet Approves 35% Job Reservation for Women in State Services
The Madhya Pradesh cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, approved a 35 per cent reservation for women in all state government recruitment. The decision, made at a cabinet meeting held at Mantralaya, increases the previous quota of 33 per cent, marking a major step toward empowering women.
Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla highlighted the importance of this move, stating that it demonstrates the state's dedication to enhancing opportunities for women.
Congress Dissolves Entire Himachal Pradesh Unit along With District, and Block Units
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge dissolved the entire Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) unit in Himachal Pradesh along with the district and block units with immediate effect.
The move is seen as part of the Congress' plan to restructure the Himachal unit of the party. There has been no change in the PCC ever since the Congress formed its government in the hill state.
Outgoing president of Himachal Pradesh Congress Pratibha Singh already become a member of the Congress Working Committee (CWC), the highest decision-making body of the party. Singh, who is wife of former Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh, was appointed as state Congress chief in 2022.
Indian Navy Hosts 3rd Mahasagar Summit on Maritime Security
The Indian Navy successfully conducted the third edition of the Mahasagar summit, continuing its flagship outreach initiative for maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). Held virtually under the theme, "Training Cooperation to Mitigate Common Maritime Security Challenges in the IOR," the summit brought together senior leaders from 10 countries and discussed collaborative efforts to tackle shared maritime threats. The 10 countries which participated in the event are: Bangladesh, Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Tanzania.
Launched in 2003, Mahasagar is a bi-annual event aimed at fostering cooperation among maritime heads in the IOR. It has become an essential platform for discussing maritime security challenges, strengthening partnerships, and developing training programs to build regional capabilities. The event underscores India's commitment to the vision of "Active Security and Growth for All in the Region" (ASGAR).
India, US Hold 21st Military Cooperation Meeting in Delhi
The 21st edition of India-US Military Cooperation Group (MCG) meeting was held in New Delhi.
The meeting was co-chaired from the Indian side by Lt Gen J.P. Mathew, Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC) and Lt Gen Joshua M. Rudd, Deputy Commander (USINDOPACOM).
The discussions in the meeting focused on new initiatives under the ambit of existing bilateral defence cooperation mechanisms.
National Cancer Awareness Day is observed by India on November 7 every year since 2014. This day is dedicated to increasing public awareness of cancer prevention, detection and treatment. It also marks the birth anniversary of Marie Curie, the renowned Polish-French physicist and chemist who was born in 1867 and received a Nobel Prize for her contributions to science.
In September 2014, India's Union Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan, established National Cancer Awareness Day. A committee was formed, and November 7 was selected as the annual observance day to educate the public about cancer, its treatment, and the importance of early intervention in significantly increasing survival rates.
Anil Pradhan, co-founder of Young Tinker Foundation, a non-profit organisation working on hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) education in underserved areas, was awarded the third Rohini Nayyar Prize for Outstanding Contribution to Rural Development.
The prize has been instituted in the memory of Rohini Nayyar by her family. Nayyar, an economist, served as an IAS officer in the Uttar Pradesh cadre, and worked with the erstwhile Planning Commission of India from 1987 to 2005. She passed away in 2021.
The prize, comprising a cash award of Rs. 10 lakh, a citation and trophy, is given annually by the Nayyar Foundation for Social and Economic Purpose, and is meant for individuals below 40 years in age.
Union Cabinet Approves PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme to Support Meritorious Students' Higher Education
The Union Cabinet approved the PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme, a new initiative aimed at ensuring that financial constraints no longer prevent talented students in India from pursuing quality higher education.
Through this scheme, eligible students who gain admission into accredited higher education institutions can access collateral-free, guarantor-free loans to cover tuition fees and other course-related expenses.
PM-Vidyalaxmi is designed to provide financial support to students admitted to the top 860 institutions across India, reaching more than 22 lakh students annually.
For loans up to Rs. 7.5 lakh, the Government of India will provide a 75 per cent credit guarantee, encouraging banks and financial institutions to expand their loan coverage.
The scheme will be managed via a fully digital, transparent, and student-friendly portal. Additionally, students from families with an annual income of up to Rs. 8 lakh can avail a 3 per cent interest subsidy for loans up to Rs. 10 lakh.s during the moratorium period, provided they do not qualify for any other government scholarship or subsidy.
IIT Delhi Becomes India's Top Institute, Overtakes IIT Bombay: QS Asia University Rankings
The Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (IIT-D) earned the top spot in India in the 'QS World University Rankings: Asia 2025', thanks to improvements in eight indicators, most prominently, staff with PhD, in which it climbed by 58 places.
Meanwhile, the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) got the second spot.
Regionally, IIT Delhi climbed to 44th rank from 46th rank, taking the national top position and overtaking last year's leader, IIT Bombay which slipped from 40th rank to the 48th rank regionally.
It is not just IIT Bombay that saw a decline, some other top varsities such as IIT Madras, IIT Kharagpur, IISc and IIT Kanpur also observed a drop in their rankings. While IIT Bombay fell by eight ranks, IIT Madras saw a drop of three years (from 53 to 56 this year). The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and IIT Kanpur saw a decline of four ranks each as IISc fell from 58 to 62 this year and IIT-K fell from 63 to 67 this year. IIT Kharagpur, however, saw a decline of only one rank as it fell from 59 to 60th rank this year.
Union Minister Virendra Kumar Launches 'Shilp Samagam Mela 2024' and Unveils 'TULIP' Platform
The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment inaugurated the 'Shilp Samagam Mela 2024' at Dilli Haat, New Delhi. The 'Shilp Samagam Mela 2024' was organised by key corporations under the Ministry, including the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC), National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation (NBCDFC), and National Safai Karmachari Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC).
The mela aimed to empower marginalised artisans by providing a marketplace for their crafts and products, encouraging economic inclusion and cultural promotion.
The TULIP (Traditional Artisans' Upliftment Livelihood Programme) is a digital e-marketing platform to empower marginalized artisans (SC, OBC, sanitation workers, and persons with disabilities) by providing a platform for global exposure and sales.
Ningol Chakkouba Festival Celebrated with Joy across Manipur
Ningol Chakkouba, one of the most significant festivals of the Meitei community in Manipur, was celebrated across the state with immense religious fervor and joy. The festival symbolises family bonds and togetherness.
Ningol Chakkouba bears a resemblance to Bhai Dooj, celebrated in various forms across India, like Bhai Phota, Bhaubeej, and Yama Dwitiya, which fall two days after Diwali. Both festivals are rooted in the celebration of sibling bonds, signifying the universal theme of family.
A Book 'Friends - India's Closest Strategic Partners' by Prof. Sreeram Chaulia
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar released Prof. Sreeram Chaulia's latest book, 'Friends – India's Closest Strategic Partners'. The book dives into the intricate world of India's foreign relations, offering a unique perspective on India's closest allies and strategic partners. The book sheds light on how India is positioning itself globally as a "Vishwa Mitra," or "World Friend," a philosophy centred on cultivating goodwill and cooperation with other nations.
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