Source: PIB Context: The Government of India has launched the Marine Fisheries Census (MFC) 2025, marking the countryâs first fully digital and geo-referenced enumeration of marine fishing communities, aimed at improving evidence-based planning and welfare delivery. Conducting Agencies: Objectives: Key Features:
SEBI Probes MCX Over 4-Hour Trading Disruption
Source: TOI Context: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched an investigation into the four-and-a-half-hour trading disruption at the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on October 28, 2025, which delayed trading from its regular start time of 9 a.m. to 1:25 p.m. The probe aims to determine whether the incident resulted from system deficiencies, which could attract monetary penalties under SEBIâs framework for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs). Key Highlights: MCX (Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd) MCX (Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd) is Indiaâs largest commodities derivatives exchange, where participants trade futures contracts in commodities like gold, silver, crude oil, natural gas, agricultural products, and base metals. Key Points:
RBI Launches Three Key Surveys for Monetary Policy
Source: ET Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has initiated the next round of three major surveys that provide critical inputs for its monetary policy formulation. These surveys help the central bank assess inflation expectations, consumer confidence, and economic sentiment across urban and rural India. Key Surveys Launched: Significance:
RBI Rejects Seven-Year Bond Bids as Yields Touch 6.6%
Source: BS Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the auction for the seven-year government bond after market participants demanded a yield of around 6.6%, a level the central bank found unacceptable. Key Highlights: Reasons for Weak Bidding: Revised RBI Framework: Key Terms
India to Host Historic Maritime Convergence in February 2026
Source: PIB Context: India will host a landmark maritime convergence in February 2026 at Visakhapatnam, featuring three major naval events â the International Fleet Review (IFR), Exercise MILAN 2026, and the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs â under the MAHASAGAR vision aimed at promoting collective maritime security and regional cooperation. About Exercise MILAN 2026 Exercise MILAN is a biennial multilateral naval exercise hosted by the Indian Navy since 1995, designed to strengthen naval diplomacy, interoperability, and regional maritime cooperation. Aims and Objectives Key Features of MILAN 2026
Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak
Source: PIB Context: On October 31, 2025 â the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel â the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced the âKendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padakâ for 1,466 police personnel from States, Union Territories, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and Central Police Organisations (CPOs). The award honours excellence, professionalism, and integrity in policing. About Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak: The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak is a national-level police award instituted to recognise exceptional professionalism, courage, and integrity in policing and internal security operations. Objective: Key Features:
UIDAI launches âAadhaar Vision 2032â Framework
Source: IE Context: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has unveiled the âAadhaar Vision 2032â framework, a ten-year strategic roadmap to upgrade Indiaâs digital identity ecosystem. The framework aims to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, Quantum Computing, and Advanced Encryption to make Aadhaar more secure, inclusive, and future-ready. About âAadhaar Vision 2032â Objectives of the Framework Key Features of Aadhaar Vision 2032 AI-Enabled Authentication: Blockchain Integration: Quantum-Resilient Security: Advanced Encryption Mechanisms: Privacy-by-Design Compliance: Next-Generation Technology Stack:
Early Warning System (EWS) for the Himalayas
Context: The Himalayan region is increasingly vulnerable to climate-induced disasters such as floods, landslides, glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), and avalanches, prompting scientists to emphasize the urgent need for a robust Early Warning System (EWS) to reduce human and economic losses. Rising Disaster Trend in the Himalayas Importance of Early Warning Systems (EWS) Successful Examples of EWS Implementation Role of Artificial Intelligence and Technology Challenges in Establishing EWS in the Himalayas
Daily Current Affairs (DCA) 1 November, 2025
Daily Current Affairs Quiz1 November, 2025 National Affairs 1. Early Warning System (EWS) for the Himalayas Context: The Himalayan region is increasingly vulnerable to climate-induced disasters such as floods, landslides, glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs), and avalanches, prompting scientists to emphasize the urgent need for a robust Early Warning System (EWS) to reduce human and economic losses. Rising Disaster Trend in the Himalayas Importance of Early Warning Systems (EWS) Successful Examples of EWS Implementation Role of Artificial Intelligence and Technology Challenges in Establishing EWS in the Himalayas 2. UIDAI launches âAadhaar Vision 2032â Framework Source: IE Context: The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has unveiled the âAadhaar Vision 2032â framework, a ten-year strategic roadmap to upgrade Indiaâs digital identity ecosystem. The framework aims to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI), Blockchain, Quantum Computing, and Advanced Encryption to make Aadhaar more secure, inclusive, and future-ready. About âAadhaar Vision 2032â Objectives of the Framework Key Features of Aadhaar Vision 2032 AI-Enabled Authentication: Blockchain Integration: Quantum-Resilient Security: Advanced Encryption Mechanisms: Privacy-by-Design Compliance: Next-Generation Technology Stack: 3. Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak Source: PIB Context: On October 31, 2025 â the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel â the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) announced the âKendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padakâ for 1,466 police personnel from States, Union Territories, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and Central Police Organisations (CPOs). The award honours excellence, professionalism, and integrity in policing. About Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak: The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak is a national-level police award instituted to recognise exceptional professionalism, courage, and integrity in policing and internal security operations. Objective: Key Features: 4. India to Host Historic Maritime Convergence in February 2026 Source: PIB Context: India will host a landmark maritime convergence in February 2026 at Visakhapatnam, featuring three major naval events â the International Fleet Review (IFR), Exercise MILAN 2026, and the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs â under the MAHASAGAR vision aimed at promoting collective maritime security and regional cooperation. About Exercise MILAN 2026 Exercise MILAN is a biennial multilateral naval exercise hosted by the Indian Navy since 1995, designed to strengthen naval diplomacy, interoperability, and regional maritime cooperation. Aims and Objectives Key Features of MILAN 2026 Banking/Finance 1. RBI Rejects Seven-Year Bond Bids as Yields Touch 6.6% Source: BS Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the auction for the seven-year government bond after market participants demanded a yield of around 6.6%, a level the central bank found unacceptable. Key Highlights: Reasons for Weak Bidding: Revised RBI Framework: Key Terms 2. RBI Launches Three Key Surveys for Monetary Policy Source: ET Context: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has initiated the next round of three major surveys that provide critical inputs for its monetary policy formulation. These surveys help the central bank assess inflation expectations, consumer confidence, and economic sentiment across urban and rural India. Key Surveys Launched: Significance: 3. SEBI Probes MCX Over 4-Hour Trading Disruption Source: TOI Context: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has launched an investigation into the four-and-a-half-hour trading disruption at the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on October 28, 2025, which delayed trading from its regular start time of 9 a.m. to 1:25 p.m. The probe aims to determine whether the incident resulted from system deficiencies, which could attract monetary penalties under SEBIâs framework for market infrastructure institutions (MIIs). Key Highlights: MCX (Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd) MCX (Multi Commodity Exchange of India Ltd) is Indiaâs largest commodities derivatives exchange, where participants trade futures contracts in commodities like gold, silver, crude oil, natural gas, agricultural products, and base metals. Key Points: Agriculture 1. SBI Foundation Launches SMART-CROP Project Source: BL Context: The SBI Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of the State Bank of India (SBI), has launched the SMART-CROP Project â Sustainable Monitoring and Real-time Tracking for Crop Resilience and Optimal Practices â to enhance climate resilience, productivity, and sustainability among smallholder farmers. Launch Details: Implementing Partners: Coverage and Beneficiaries: Key Highlights: 2. Marine Fisheries Census 2025 Source: PIB Context: The Government of India has launched the Marine Fisheries Census (MFC) 2025, marking the countryâs first fully digital and geo-referenced enumeration of marine fishing communities, aimed at improving evidence-based planning and welfare delivery. Conducting Agencies: Objectives: Key Features: Facts To Remember 1. Government Launches Employeeâs Enrolment Scheme 2025 to Expand EPF Coverage Labour and Employment Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya today launched the Employee’s Enrolment Scheme 2025. 2. President Droupadi Murmu to Begin Three-Day Visit to Uttarakhand from Tomorrow President Droupadi Murmu will be on a three day visit to Uttarakhand from tomorrow. 3. Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Calls for Transparent and Impactful Government Communication Union Minister for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions Dr Jitendra Singh said that effective communication is not just about information dissemination but about building trust, creating awareness, and inspiring participation among citizens. 4. 67th Akashvani Sangeet Sammelan to Begin Tomorrow Across 24 Centres Nationwide Prasar Bharati, in collaboration with Culture Ministry, will hold the 67th edition of Akashvani Sangeet Sammelan from tomorrow till the 29th of this month across 24 centres nationwide. 5. Union Minister Scindia Inaugurates Sohra Tourism Circuit Project Under PM-DevINE Scheme Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER) and Minister of Communications Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, along with Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma, laid the foundation stone for the Integrated Development of the Sohra Tourism Circuit in Sohra 6. I&B Secretary Sanjay Jaju Inaugurates WAVES Bazaar at IndiaJoy 2025 in Hyderabad Information and Broadcasting Secretary Sanjay Jaju inaugurated the WAVES bazaar at the ongoing IndiaJoy 2025 conclave in Hyderabad today. Speaking on the occasion, I&B Secretary Jaju said, Waves bazaar is expected to benefit the entire gamut of media and entertainment Industry. 7. Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu Inaugurates Crèche Facility At Udaan Bhawan In New Delhi Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu inaugurated a crèche facility at Udaan Bhawan in New Delhi. 8. Aviation Corps Of Indian Army Celebrates 40th Raising Day The Aviation Corps of the Indian Army is
SBI Foundation Launches SMART-CROP Project
Source: BL Context: The SBI Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of the State Bank of India (SBI), has launched the SMART-CROP Project â Sustainable Monitoring and Real-time Tracking for Crop Resilience and Optimal Practices â to enhance climate resilience, productivity, and sustainability among smallholder farmers. Launch Details: Implementing Partners: Coverage and Beneficiaries: Key Highlights:
