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CURRENT AFFAIRS : BANKING, FINANCE & BUSINESS

State Bank of India Conducts First Gold Trade as Special Category Client on India International Bullion Exchange

• State Bank of India (SBI) executed its first gold trade as a Special Category Client (SCC) on the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) on 1 November 2025, marking a major milestone in modernising India’s gold import ecosystem.
• The move enhances efficiency, transparency, and accessibility in the bullion trade, particularly benefiting MSME jewellers through better pricing and streamlined access to imported gold.

Key Highlights :

• IIBX, located in GIFT City, Gujarat, serves as a centralised and transparent platform for bullion imports and trading, aimed at reducing dependence on opaque and fragmented import channels.
• As a Special Category Client, SBI acts as a key intermediary to facilitate gold transactions for jewellers and bullion dealers, ensuring compliance with global trade norms and promoting competitive pricing and liquidity in the market.
• SBI was the first bank to become a Trading-cum-Clearing (TCM) Member of IIBX in 2024, and its new SCC status strengthens its role in formalising the bullion market.
• The development supports government initiatives to position GIFT City as a global financial hub and aligns with SBI’s commitment to innovation and financial inclusion.
• The initiative will reduce gold import costs, increase transparency, and enhance global competitiveness of India’s bullion and jewellery industry.
• This collaboration will make bullion imports more cost-effective and compliant with global standards, benefiting the entire jewellery ecosystem from importers to consumers.
• The move may also encourage other nominated banks to join IIBX as Special Category Clients, boosting liquidity and sustainable growth in the bullion trade sector.

About SBI :

• Founded : 1 July 1955
• Headquarters : Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
• Chairman : C. Sreenivasulu Setty

City Union Bank Secures $50 Million Funding from International Finance Corporation to Support Green Financing for MSMEs

• City Union Bank (CUB), one of India’s oldest private sector banks, has received a $50 million funding commitment from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group.
• The funding aims to support MSMEs in transitioning to energy-efficient and cost-effective renewable solutions, particularly solar and wind power projects.
• CUB will use the funds for new lending and refinancing of solar-related loans for MSMEs, reinforcing its focus on green financing.
• The bank stated that MSMEs contribute around 30% to India’s GDP, but high energy costs affect their competitiveness.
• Access to renewable and efficient power will help MSMEs reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and support sustainable growth.
• City Union Bank is headquartered in Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu.

Tata AIA Life Insurance Unveils AI-Driven Underwriting Rule Engine for Automated Risk Assessment

• Tata AIA Life Insurance has launched an AI-driven Underwriting Rule Engine (URE) to automate the underwriting process using machine learning, GenAI, and big data analytics.
• The URE analyses applicant data such as medical history and lifestyle factors, applying pre-set rules for real-time risk assessment and instant policy decisions.
• The system eliminates manual intervention, thereby reducing paperwork and speeding up policy processing.
• It uses AI-based reflexive questioning during tele-medical exams to collect accurate health data, minimising physical medical tests and enhancing efficiency in underwriting.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: NATIONAL AND STATE NEWS

Unique Identification Authority of India Launches ‘Aadhaar Vision 2032’ to Strengthen India’s Digital Identity Framework

• The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched ‘Aadhaar Vision 2032’, a long-term roadmap to modernise India’s Aadhaar ecosystem with advanced digital technologies.
• The initiative aims to make Aadhaar more secure, intelligent, and globally competitive by integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, Quantum Computing, and next-generation encryption systems.
• The blueprint focuses on building a resilient, inclusive, and future-ready identity framework that supports both citizens and India’s growing digital economy.
• Core focus areas under Aadhaar Vision 2032 include:
  • AI-powered authentication systems for intelligent and efficient verification.
  • Blockchain technology to ensure tamper-proof records and auditability.
  • Quantum computing readiness to protect against emerging cybersecurity threats.
  • Advanced encryption standards compliant with the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act.
• A High-Level Expert Committee, chaired by Neelkanth Mishra (Chairperson, UIDAI), has been formed to steer the implementation of this vision.
• The committee includes leading professionals and academicians from fields like technology, law, and cybersecurity, such as:
  • Bhuvnesh Kumar, CEO, UIDAI
  • Vivek Raghavan, Co-Founder, Sarvam AI
  • Dheeraj Pandey, Founder, Nutanix
  • Sasikumar Ganesan, Head of Engineering, MOSIP
  • Rahul Matthan, Legal Expert, Trilegal
  • Navin Budhiraja, CTO, Vianai Systems
  • Prof. Anil Jain, Michigan State University
  • Prof. Mayank Vatsa, IIT Jodhpur
  • Prof. Prabaharan Poornachandran, Amrita University
  • Abhishek Kumar Singh, DDG, UIDAI
• The expert group will draft the official Aadhaar Vision 2032 framework to guide the roadmap for digital identity advancement.
• The initiative seeks to:
  • Enhance data trust and transparency using blockchain-powered trails.
  • Enable AI-driven smart verification processes.
  • Ensure compliance and privacy under the DPDP Act.
  • Defend against post-quantum security threats.
  • Position Aadhaar as a globally interoperable identity system for the future.

RECENT NEWS

• In a landmark step toward digital integration and global tech collaboration, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has onboarded Starlink Satellite Communication Pvt Ltd to use Aadhaar authentication for customer verification. The announcement, made on August 20, 2025, marks a significant synergy between India’s trusted digital identity system and cutting-edge satellite internet technology.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Visit to Chhattisgarh Marks 25 Years of Statehood with ₹14,260 Crore Development Push

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh, to commemorate the state’s Silver Jubilee (25 years) since its formation in 2000.
• On this occasion, he inaugurated the new Legislative Assembly complex, unveiled a statue of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and launched development and welfare projects worth over ₹14,260 crore.
• The new Legislative Assembly building, spread across 51 acres and built at a cost of ₹324 crore, features local artistry such as Bastar-style handcrafted doors and rice-grain ceiling motifs, showcasing Chhattisgarh’s cultural heritage.
• PM Modi unveiled a statue of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee in the Assembly premises, paying tribute to the leader under whose tenure Chhattisgarh was created in 2000.
• Development projects worth ₹14,260 crore include:
  • 3.5 lakh families receiving pucca homes under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G).
  • Launch of 12 Startup Village Entrepreneurship Programme (SVEP) blocks across 9 districts.
  • Construction of five new government medical colleges in Manendragarh, Kabirdham, Janjgir-Champa, Geedam, and Bilaspur.
  • Establishment of a new Ayurveda college and hospital in Bilaspur.
  • Dedication of the Nagpur–Jharsuguda gas pipeline (~500 km), connecting 11 districts of Chhattisgarh to the national gas grid.
• Several cultural and social initiatives were also inaugurated, including the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and the Tribal Freedom Fighters’ Museum in Nava Raipur.
• PM Modi interacted with 2,500 children at Shri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Hospital under the “Dil Ki Baat” initiative, focused on children with heart ailments.
• He also inaugurated “Shanti Shikhar”, a Brahma Kumaris centre for meditation and spiritual learning.
• The visit symbolized Chhattisgarh’s journey of transformation, blending developmental vision, cultural pride, and social welfare, reinforcing the state’s path toward inclusive and sustainable growth.

RECENT NEWS

• In a historic milestone for social reform, Balod district in Chhattisgarh has been officially declared as India’s first child marriage-free district. The recognition comes under the “Child Marriage Free India” campaign, launched nationwide on August 27, 2024.

About Chhattisgarh:

• Chief Minister: Vishnu Deo Sai
• Governor: Ramen Deka
• Capital: Raipur
• National Parks: Indravati National Park, Kanger Valley National Park, Guru Ghasidas (Sanjay) National Park
• Wildlife Sanctuaries: Achanakmar Wildlife Sanctuary, Badalkhol Wildlife Sanctuary, Udanti Wildlife Sanctuary, Sitanadi Wildlife Sanctuary

EPFO Launches Employees’ Enrolment Scheme – 2025 to Boost Social Security Inclusion

• Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya on 1 November 2025 during EPFO’s 73rd Foundation Day celebrations in New Delhi.
• To promote social security inclusion by enabling employers to voluntarily declare employees missed from EPF coverage between 1 July 2017 and 31 October 2025.

Key Highlights:

• The scheme will remain open for 6 months, from 1 November 2025 to 30 April 2026.
• Applies to employees who joined between 1 July 2017 and 31 October 2025 but were not enrolled under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF).
• All establishments, irrespective of current EPF registration, can declare missed employees through the EPFO portal.
• Waivers & Benefits:
  • Employee share of contribution waived if not deducted earlier.
  • Employer to pay only their own contribution, interest (as per Section 7Q), administrative charges, and a nominal penalty of ₹100 per establishment.
  • ₹100 lump-sum penalty covers damages across all three EPF schemes, ensuring simplified compliance.
• Inclusivity Clause: Establishments under Section 7A, Para 26B, or Para 8 of EPS-1995 are still eligible to apply.
• Protection for Employers: During the 6-month window, no suo-motu action will be initiated by EPFO against employers who come forward voluntarily.

• Aims to regularize non-enrolled eligible employees and enhance voluntary compliance.
• Reduces financial burden on employers through waivers and simplified penalties.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : INTERNATIONAL NEWS

US Citizenship and Immigration Services Ends Acceptance of Cheques and Money Orders for Immigration Payments

• US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has stopped accepting cheques and money orders for all immigration-related filings.
• From this week, applicants must authorise payments through electronic debit using Form G-1650, which allows direct withdrawal from a US bank account.
• The change aims to make payments safer, faster, and more efficient, addressing delays, fraud risks, and payment errors previously linked to cheques and money orders.

Key Highlights :

• Credit card payments remain valid for specific visa categories such as H-1B, green card, and employment authorisation applications using Form G-1450.
• For H-1B employers, the new system helps in better record-keeping and payment tracking, though it requires closer coordination between finance teams and immigration attorneys.
• International students (F-1) and new visa holders may face difficulties if they don’t have US bank accounts to authorise debit payments.
• Applicants must ensure accurate account and routing numbers on Form G-1650, as errors can lead to application rejection.
• USCIS advises confirming with banks that government debits are permitted and sufficient funds are available before submission.
• Alternative payment options include prepaid or reloadable credit cards, but they must meet USCIS payment authorisation standards.
• The change is part of USCIS’s broader digital transformation, aimed at reducing paperwork, preventing fraud, and accelerating processing.
• However, the shift increases applicant responsibility, as manual corrections or late payments will no longer be possible.

CURRENT AFFAIRS : APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS

IAS Officer Sanjay Garg Takes Charge as Director General of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

• Shri Sanjay Garg, a 1994-batch IAS officer from the Kerala cadre, has assumed charge as Director General (DG) of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), effective 1 November 2025.
• He brings over three decades of administrative experience in strategic planning, policy formulation, and implementation across sectors such as agriculture, defence industry, industrial promotion, finance, and social welfare.
• Prior to joining BIS, Shri Garg served as Additional Secretary, DARE, and Secretary, ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research), where he led the digital transformation in research management and expanded the Kisan Sarathi portal, connecting farmers directly with agricultural scientists.
• He also has experience in managing World Bank projects, promoting and deregulating the defence industry sector, and advancing the leather industry.
• As DG of BIS, Shri Garg will also serve as the President of India’s National Committee in the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), strengthening India’s role in global standardization efforts.
• Cabinet Minister of Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution : Pralhad Joshi

Lieutenant General Avinash Das Assumes Charge as Commandant of Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi

• Lieutenant General Avinash Das assumed charge as the Commandant of Army Hospital Research & Referral (R&R), New Delhi on November 01, 2025.
• He is an accomplished ENT surgeon with nearly four decades of experience in the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS).
• He previously served as Senior Advisor (ENT) at Base Hospital, Delhi Cantt and Command Hospital, Lucknow.
• Lt Gen Das has received multiple commendation cards, including from the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Chief of Integrated Defence Staff (CISC), and General Officer Commanding-in-Chief (GOC-in-C).
• As Commandant, Command Hospital (Northern Command), Udhampur, he oversaw the relocation to a new state-of-the-art hospital building.
• As the new Commandant of Army Hospital (R&R), he aims to enhance medical care, research, and education within the Armed Forces, promoting innovation and excellence.

HDFC Bank Approves Reappointment of Kaizad Bharucha as Deputy Managing Director for Three Years

• HDFC Bank’s Board has approved the re-appointment of Kaizad Bharucha as the Deputy Managing Director (DMD) for a three-year term, subject to approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the bank’s shareholders.
• The re-appointment was based on the recommendation of the Nomination & Remuneration Committee, as stated in the bank’s exchange filing.
• Kaizad Bharucha joined HDFC Bank in October 1995, became a Board Member in 2014, and is the longest-serving Executive Board Member of the bank.
• He was first appointed as Deputy MD in April 2023, after nearly three decades of service with the bank.
• Before joining HDFC Bank, Bharucha worked with SBI Commercial and International Bank.

Vice Admiral B Sivakumar Assumes Charge as 40th Chief of Materiel, Indian Navy

• Vice Admiral B Sivakumar, AVSM, VSM has assumed charge as the 40th Chief of Materiel of the Indian Navy on 01 November 2025.
• He succeeds Vice Admiral Kiran Deshmukh, AVSM, VSM, who completed over 39 years of service and played a key role in ensuring the technical readiness of Indian Naval platforms, including during Operation Sindoor.
• He is an alumnus of the 70th Course, NDA, and was commissioned as an Electrical Officer on 01 July 1987.
• During his 38 years of service, he has held key appointments in Naval Headquarters, HQ ATVP, Naval Dockyards, and Command Headquarters.
• He has served onboard frontline warships — INS Ranjit, INS Kirpan, and INS Akshay, and commanded INS Valsura, the Navy’s premier Electrical Training Base.
• Vice Admiral Sivakumar has led both key Electrical Directorates — Weapons Equipment and Electrical Engineering — at Naval Headquarters, a rare distinction.
• As a Flag Officer, he has served as Additional Director General (Tech), Project Seabird, Chief Staff Officer (Tech) at HQWNC, and Admiral Superintendent of Naval Dockyard, Mumbai.
• He later served as Programme Director, HQ ATVP, Controller of Warship Production & Acquisition, and Director General Naval Projects, Visakhapatnam.
• For his distinguished service, he has been awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal (VSM) and Ati Vishisht Seva Medal (AVSM).

CURRENT AFFAIRS : DEFENCE NEWS

Indian Navy to Lead Tri-Services Exercise “Trishul” with Indian Army and Air Force

• Tri-Services Exercise (TSE-2025) “Trishul” is being conducted by the Indian Navy as the lead service, jointly with the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, commencing in early November 2025.

Key Highlights :

• The exercise is organised by Headquarters Western Naval Command, in close coordination with all three Services, featuring large-scale operations across the creek and desert sectors of Rajasthan and Gujarat and comprehensive maritime operations in the North Arabian Sea.
• It covers the Gujarat coast and northern Arabian Sea, with participation from Army Southern Command, Western Naval Command, and South Western Air Command as principal formations. Other agencies like the Indian Coast Guard, Border Security Force (BSF), and central agencies are also participating to strengthen inter-agency coordination.
• The main objective is the validation and synchronisation of operational procedures across the Services to enable joint effect-based operations in a multi-domain environment.
• The exercise focuses on enhancing interoperability, integrating networks, and advancing jointness in operations across land, sea, air, cyber, and space domains.
• It includes large-scale deployment of Indian Navy warships, Indian Air Force fighter and support aircraft, and amphibious operations involving the Indian Army and Navy, including INS Jalashwa and Landing Craft Utility (LCU) vessels.
• The exercise will validate joint Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), Electronic Warfare (EW), and Cyber Warfare plans, along with Indian Navy carrier operations conducted jointly with IAF shore-based assets.
• It showcases the effective employment of indigenous systems and reflects the principles of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, highlighting India’s growing self-reliance in defence capabilities.
• TSE-2025 also aims to refine procedures and tactics to address emerging threats and the evolving nature of modern warfare.
• Overall, Exercise Trishul (TSE-2025) underscores the collective resolve of the Indian Armed Forces to enhance joint operational readiness and national security preparedness through multi-domain integrated operations.

India Ends Its Strategic Presence at Tajikistan’s Ayni Airbase

• India has concluded its presence at Tajikistan’s Ayni Airbase, marking the end of its strategic military footprint in Central Asia.
• The collaboration to refurbish the Soviet-era base began four years ago and ended after the bilateral agreement on stationing Indian personnel expired in 2022.
• The strategic relevance of the base diminished following the collapse of the Northern Alliance and the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan in 2021.
• Ayni Airbase is situated about 10 km west of Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan.
• India established its first foreign base at Farkhor in 1998, which housed helicopters, a repair unit, and a military hospital for Afghan Northern Alliance fighters.
• Ayni Airbase was India’s second overseas base after Farkhor (1998–2008), reflecting India’s earlier efforts to maintain a strategic presence in Central Asia.

Indian Army Successfully Conducts Drone and Counter-Drone Exercise ‘Vayu Samanvay-II’

• Indian Army successfully conducted a large-scale Drone and Counter-Drone Exercise ‘VAYU SAMANVAY-II’ from 28–29 October 2025 in the Desert Sector under the aegis of Southern Command.
• The exercise aimed to validate the Indian Army’s preparedness for next-generation warfare by integrating aerial and ground assets through multi-domain command and control centres in a realistic electronic warfare environment.
• The two-day drill focused on developing and testing doctrinal precepts for Drone and Counter-Drone operations, strengthening the Army’s ability to tackle emerging aerial threats.
• Conducted in desert terrain and challenging weather, the exercise tested the operational performance of indigenous drone technologies.
• ‘VAYU SAMANVAY-II’ highlighted joint interoperability between various arms of the Indian Army, promoting coordination for technology-enabled operations in frontier regions.
• Lessons from the exercise will aid in capability development, modernization, and innovation within the Army’s operational framework.
• The Indian Army reaffirmed its commitment to becoming a technology-driven, agile, and future-ready force capable of operating effectively in a multi-domain battlespace.

CURRENT AFFAIRS :  SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Russia Launches Nuclear-Powered Submarine ‘Khabarovsk’ from Sevmash, Advancing Strategic Underwater Capabilities

• Russia launched its nuclear-powered submarine ‘Khabarovsk’ from the Sevmash shipyard in Severodvinsk on 1–2 November 2025, marking a major development in its strategic underwater capabilities.
• Khabarovsk was designed by the Rubin Central Design Bureau, a key player in Russia’s submarine design and construction programs.
• The submarine is intended to carry advanced underwater weapons and robotic systems, notably the Poseidon nuclear-powered unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV).
• Poseidon, according to Russian claims, is a nuclear-powered, deep-diving, high-speed UUV with intercontinental range and massive destructive potential when armed with nuclear warheads.
• Poseidon is seen as an asymmetric strategic weapon, potentially capable of threatening coastal cities and naval bases with radioactive damage, if operational as described.
• The launch of Khabarovsk follows Russia’s reported successful tests of the Poseidon system in October 2025, suggesting continued progress in developing novel underwater nuclear delivery systems.

About Russia :

• President : Vladimir Putin
• Prime Minister : Mikhail Mishustin
• Capital : Moscow
• Currency : Russian ruble

CURRENT AFFAIRS: MOUS AND AGREEMENT

Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) and Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) Sign MoU to Develop Comprehensive Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Alignment Framework

• The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Government of India.
• The MoU aims to develop a Comprehensive Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Alignment Framework that integrates National, State, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) indicators to advance the vision of Viksit Bharat (Developed India).

Key Highlights

• At IICA, the collaboration has been conceptualised under the leadership of Shri Gyaneshwar Kumar Singh, Director General and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), IICA, who has played a key role in steering IICA’s strategic initiatives in ESG, CSR, and Responsible Business Conduct, aligning them with India’s national development goals.
• The MoU signing ceremony was attended by:
  • Shri Kishor Baburao Surwade, Additional Director General, Capacity Development Division, MoSPI
  • Dr. Garima Dadhich, Associate Professor and Head, School of Business Environment, IICA
  • Ms. Ruchika Gupta, Deputy Director General, Social Statistics Division, MoSPI
  • Shri Shivnath Singh Jadawat, Director, Training Unit, Capacity Development Division, MoSPI
  • Dr. Ziaul Haque, Director, Social Statistics Division, MoSPI
  • Other senior officials from MoSPI and IICA
• The National Indicator Framework (NIF), which serves as the foundation for monitoring India’s progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), will be the basis of this joint initiative.
• Building upon the NIF, the initiative will create a framework that:
  • Aligns State Indicator Frameworks (SIFs) with national priorities.
  • Integrates Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) dimensions.
  • Bridges national, state, and corporate sustainability frameworks for unified implementation.
• This harmonised approach will ensure that corporate ESG and CSR initiatives effectively align with State and Union Territory SDG objectives.
• The NIF–SIF alignment will strengthen evidence-based policymaking, foster sustainable corporate engagement, and promote coherent and inclusive SDG monitoring and implementation, furthering the government’s Viksit Bharat vision.

All India Council for Technical Education Partners with IBM to Establish Artificial Intelligence Lab

• The All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has partnered with IBM to set up a state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab at AICTE headquarters.
• The initiative aims to upskill faculty and students in AI, data science, and emerging technologies, supporting India’s mission to build a future-ready digital workforce.

Key Highlights

• The AI Lab will serve as a central hub for AI education and practical learning across technical institutions in India.
• It will provide hands-on training in AI, machine learning, and data science through workshops, hackathons, and live projects, bridging the gap between theory and industry practice.
• The collaboration will also support curriculum integration to align technical education with industry standards.
• A Master-Trainer Programme will be launched to train selected faculty members, who will further train students through certified AI modules.
• Participants completing the training will receive recognition and certification to boost their employability.
• The initiative aligns with key national and global frameworks such as:
  • National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 – promoting interdisciplinary, tech-driven learning.
  • National AI Strategy – advancing India’s position as an AI innovation hub.
  • IBM’s global education mission – fostering inclusive technology training and future-ready skills.
• This partnership signifies a collaborative effort between regulators, corporates, and academia to shape India’s next generation of skilled AI professionals.

CURRENT AFFAIRS: SPORTS NEWS

India Records Best-Ever Medal Haul at 2025 Asian Youth Games in Bahrain

• India achieved a historic milestone at the 2025 Asian Youth Games held in Manama, Bahrain, securing its best-ever medal tally of 48 medals — 13 gold, 18 silvers, and 17 bronze.
• With a 222-member contingent (119 women and 103 men), India displayed outstanding performances across multiple sports, including kabaddi, boxing, athletics, wrestling, and weightlifting.
• The performance not only marked a record-breaking achievement but also earned qualification slots for the 2026 Youth Olympics to be held in Dakar, Senegal.
• Key Highlights from the Games:
  • Khushi (15 years) won India’s first medal — a bronze in girls’ kurash (70kg).
  • Ranjana Yadav secured the first athletics medal — a silver in the 5000m race walk.
  • Girls’ Kabaddi Team clinched India’s first gold, defeating Iran.
  • Priteesmita Bhoi set a world youth record in the 44kg clean and jerk, winning India’s first individual gold.
  • On the final day, India bagged 15 medals, including 7 golds (4 in boxing and 3 in beach wrestling).
• Historical Performance Comparison:
  • 2009 (Singapore): 11 medals (5 Gold, 3 Silver, 3 Bronze)
  • 2013 (Nanjing): 14 medals (3 Gold, 4 Silver, 7 Bronze) — competed under the Olympic flag due to NOC suspension
  • 2025 (Bahrain): 48 medals — India’s best-ever performance at the Asian Youth Games
• 2025 Medal Tally Summary:
  • Gold (13): Anjali, Sani Fulmali, Arjun Ruhil (Beach Wrestling); Khushi Chand, Ahaana Sharma, Chandrika Pujari, Anshika (Boxing); India Girls’ & Boys’ Teams (Kabaddi); Priteesmita Bhoi (Weightlifting); Moni, Yashita, Jaiveer Singh (Wrestling).
  • Silver (18): Shourya Ambure, Edwina Jason, Ranjana Yadav, Oshin, India Girls’ Medley Relay (Athletics); multiple medals in boxing, judo, kurash, martial arts, swimming, weightlifting, and wrestling.
  • Bronze (17): Achieved in athletics, boxing, judo, kurash, mixed martial arts, muay thai, table tennis, taekwondo, weightlifting, and wrestling.
• The event also served as a qualifier for the 2026 Youth Olympics, where athletes from 45 countries competed for 1,677 medals.
• India’s performance demonstrated its emerging dominance in youth sports and reflected the success of talent development programs across disciplines.

Rohan Bopanna Announces Retirement from Professional Tennis

• Indian tennis veteran Rohan Bopanna has officially retired from professional tennis, concluding a distinguished career of over two decades.
• Known for his powerful serves, exceptional doubles play, and sportsmanship, Bopanna leaves behind an inspiring legacy in Indian tennis.
• His final match was at the Paris Masters 2025, where he partnered with Alexander Bublik (Kazakhstan) and lost in the Round of 32 to John Peers (Australia) and James Tracy (UK) with scores of 5-7, 6-2, 10-8.
• Bopanna is a two-time Grand Slam Champion — winning the 2017 French Open Mixed Doubles with Gabriela Dabrowski (Canada) and the 2024 Australian Open Men’s Doubles with Matthew Ebden (Australia).
• He became World No. 1 in Doubles in 2024 at the age of 43, becoming the oldest player ever to achieve the top spot.
• Represented India in numerous Davis Cup ties and Olympic Games, earning global recognition for his consistent performances.
• Reached five Grand Slam finals in total —
  • Men’s Doubles: 2010 US Open (with Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi) and 2023 US Open (with Matthew Ebden).
  • Mixed Doubles: 2017 French Open (won), 2018 Australian Open (with Timea Babos), and 2023 Australian Open (with Sania Mirza).
• His partnership with Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi of Pakistan, famously known as the ‘Indo-Pak Express’, became a symbol of peace and unity in global tennis, highlighted by their run to the 2010 US Open final.

India Women Clinch Historic Maiden ICC Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 Title with 52-Run Win Over South Africa

• India Women scripted history by capturing their first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title after defeating South Africa Women by 52 runs in the final played at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai.

Match Summary:

• India’s Innings – 298/7 (50 overs):
  • Shafali Verma led India’s charge with a blistering 87 off 78 balls, featuring 7 boundaries and 2 sixes.
  • Smriti Mandhana laid a solid platform with 45 off 58 deliveries.
  • Deepti Sharma steadied the middle order with a composed 58 off 58 balls, while Richa Ghosh provided late fireworks, scoring 34 off 24 balls.
  • Key Partnerships:
    • Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana: 104 runs (17.4 overs)
    • Deepti Sharma and Richa Ghosh: 47 runs (35 balls)
  • Top South African Bowlers:
    • Ayabonga Khaka: 3 wickets for 58 runs (9 overs)
    • Nonkululeko Mlaba: 1 wicket for 47 runs (10 overs)
• South Africa’s Innings – 246 All Out (45.3 overs):
  • Laura Wolvaardt, the South African captain, stood out with a fine 101 off 98 balls, marking her fourth century of the tournament.
  • Annerie Dercksen contributed 35 off 37 balls, but the side faltered against India’s disciplined bowling.
  • Deepti Sharma delivered a match-winning spell, taking 5 wickets for 39 runs in 9.3 overs, while Shafali Verma claimed 2 wickets for 36 runs.

Top Performers:

• Player of the Match: Shafali Verma (India)
• Player of the Series: Deepti Sharma (India)

Daily CA One- Liner: November 4

• The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched ‘Aadhaar Vision 2032’, a long-term roadmap to modernise India’s Aadhaar ecosystem with advanced digital technologies
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Nava Raipur, Chhattisgarh, to commemorate the state’s Silver Jubilee (25 years) since its formation in 2000
• Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on 1 November 2025 during EPFO’s 73rd Foundation Day celebrations in New Delhi
• The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Government of India
• The All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has partnered with IBM to set up a state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence (AI) Lab at AICTE headquarters
• India achieved a historic milestone at the 2025 Asian Youth Games held in Manama, Bahrain, securing its best-ever medal tally of 48 medals — 13 gold, 18 silvers, and 17 bronze
• Indian tennis veteran Rohan Bopanna has officially retired from professional tennis, concluding a distinguished career of over two decades.
• India Women scripted history by capturing their first-ever ICC Women’s ODI World Cup title after defeating South Africa Women by 52 runs in the final played at the DY Patil Sports Academy, Navi Mumbai.
• State Bank of India (SBI) executed its first gold trade as a Special Category Client (SCC) on the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) on 1 November 2025, marking a major milestone in modernising India’s gold import ecosystem.
• City Union Bank (CUB), one of India’s oldest private sector banks, has received a $50 million funding commitment from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), part of the World Bank Group.
• Tata AIA Life Insurance has launched an AI-driven Underwriting Rule Engine (URE) to automate the underwriting process using machine learning, GenAI, and big data analytics.
• US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has stopped accepting cheques and money orders for all immigration-related filings.
• Shri Sanjay Garg, a 1994-batch IAS officer from the Kerala cadre, has assumed charge as Director General (DG) of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), effective 1 November 2025.
• Lieutenant General Avinash Das assumed charge as the Commandant of Army Hospital Research & Referral (R&R), New Delhi on November 01, 2025.
• HDFC Bank’s Board has approved the re-appointment of Kaizad Bharucha as the Deputy Managing Director (DMD) for a three-year term, subject to approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the bank’s shareholders.
• Vice Admiral B Sivakumar, AVSM, VSM has assumed charge as the 40th Chief of Materiel of the Indian Navy on 01 November 2025.
• Tri-Services Exercise (TSE-2025) “Trishul” is being conducted by the Indian Navy as the lead service, jointly with the Indian Army and Indian Air Force, commencing in early November 2025.
• India has concluded its presence at Tajikistan’s Ayni Airbase, marking the end of its strategic military footprint in Central Asia.
• Indian Army successfully conducted a large-scale Drone and Counter-Drone Exercise ‘VAYU SAMANVAY-II’ from 28–29 October 2025 in the Desert Sector under the aegis of Southern Command.
• Russia launched its nuclear-powered submarine ‘Khabarovsk’ from the Sevmash shipyard in Severodvinsk on 1–2 November 2025, marking a major development in its strategic underwater capabilities.

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