1 PM Modi dedicated three revolutionary indigenous innovations to the nation
PM Modi dedicated three revolutionary indigenous innovations to the nation at the ” Emerging Strategic Technologies and Innovations Conference (ESTIC) 2025, ” organized in collaboration with the Department of Science and Technology (DST) . The three innovations include the QSIP (Quantum Secure Integrated Processor) , the 25-qubit QPU (Quantum Processing Unit) , and CAR-T cell therapy . The QSIP is India’s first indigenous quantum security chip , developed jointly by scientists from DRDO and IIT Madras . This chip is based on quantum key-distribution technology , ensuring completely secure communications against hacking. It will be used in defense, banking, and government data centers. The 25-qubit Quantum Processing Unit (QPU) is India’s first fully indigenous quantum computing chip . Developed by scientists from IIST Bengaluru and TIFR Mumbai , this chip is based on superconducting qubit technology and can perform calculations millions of times faster than existing supercomputers. It will revolutionize drug discovery, weather forecasting, financial modeling, and AI training. India has now joined the select group of countries producing quantum chips, following the US, China, and Canada . CAR-T (Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-cell) therapy is India’s first indigenous gene-based cancer therapy , developed jointly by IIT Bombay and Tata Memorial Hospital . This therapy will prove to be a boon for patients with blood cancers like leukemia and lymphoma. The patient’s T-cells are extracted and genetically modified, which recognize and destroy cancer cells. While this treatment costs ₹4-5 crore (40-50 million rupees) abroad, it will be available in India for just ₹40-50 lakh (40-50 lakh rupees). Clinical trials will soon be completed and it will be brought to market.
2 IIT Delhi tops Indian universities in QS World University Rankings 2026; 54 institutions from the country feature
In the QS World University Rankings 2026 , the Indian Institute of Technology-IIT Delhi tops the country’s institutions and is ranked 123rd globally . India has recorded a record performance with 54 institutions included in the global rankings , making it the fourth most represented country worldwide . IIT Delhi is followed by IIT Bombay at 129th , IIT Madras at 180th and IIT Kharagpur at 215th . Other top institutions include the Indian Institute of Science-IISc Bangalore at 219th and IIT Kanpur at 222nd. Delhi University is also among the top 350.
3 Amul ranks first, IFFCO second among world’s top 3 cooperatives
India’s largest cooperatives – Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (AMUL) and Indian Farmers Fertilizer Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) – have once again demonstrated remarkable global leadership. They have been ranked among the world’s top cooperatives based on their performance in terms of per capita gross domestic product (GDP). This ranking was released by the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) World Cooperative Monitor 2025. The rankings were announced at the ICA CM50 Conference in Doha, Qatar.
4 Telangana government sets up TAIH to tap growth opportunities in technology
The Telangana government established the Telangana Artificial Intelligence Innovation Hub (TAIH) as part of its initiatives to facilitate growth opportunities in emerging technologies . Information Technology and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu announced the establishment of the hub in Hyderabad. He stated that the primary goal of establishing the TAIH is to make the state one of the top 20 AI hubs in the world by 2035. The hub will serve as a focal point for AI-based innovation, research, and collaboration across various sectors. Mr. Babu stated that the state government is keen to develop Telangana as a hub for AI research and innovation. He added that the government is building a comprehensive AI ecosystem so that Telangana will be the first name that comes to mind when thinking about AI in India.
5 Peru announces the severance of diplomatic relations with Mexico
Peru has announced the severance of diplomatic relations with Mexico following Mexico’s decision to grant asylum to former Prime Minister Betsy Chávez, who faces charges related to the 2022 coup against former President Pedro Castillo. Peruvian Foreign Minister Hugo de Zela called Mexico’s move unfriendly.
6 India and Israel sign MoU to expand defence ties
The 17th meeting of the Joint Working Group on Defence Cooperation between India and Israel was held in Tel Aviv . The meeting was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Director General of the Israeli Ministry of Defence, Major General Amir Baram . A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at the meeting to expand bilateral defence relations between the two countries. This agreement will provide an integrated approach and policy direction to further strengthen the already robust defence cooperation between the two countries. It will enable the exchange of advanced technology. The two sides discussed potential areas of future cooperation in technology as well as enhancing operational capabilities. They also discussed various issues, including the shared challenges of terrorism. Both countries expressed collective resolve to combat the threat of terrorism.
7 Scindia presented Bhupen Hazarika Awards to eminent personalities from the Northeast
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, in his capacity as Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, presented the ” Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika National Award ” at a cultural function held in Guwahati. Organized by Sarhad, Pune, the event was dedicated to the centenary of Bhupen Hazarika and served as an opportunity to pay tribute to the message of unity through art conveyed by this great Indian musician. Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, fondly called ” Bhupen Da ,” was not only a great musician and poet but also a cultural icon who unified India’s diversity. His works gave voice to the lives, struggles, and aspirations of the people, especially those of Northeast India. The establishment of the National Award in his name symbolizes the “era of cultural integration and sensibility” in India. This year is particularly significant as it also marks Dr. Hazarika’s 100th birth anniversary. The Dr. Bhupen Hazarika National Awards were presented this year to six distinguished personalities from North-East India who have made invaluable contributions in preserving and promoting the rich tradition of literature, culture and art in their respective regions.
- Yeshe Dorji Thongchi (Arunachal Pradesh) – Renowned writer who combines folklore and contemporary themes.
- Laishram Mema (Manipur) – Prominent litterateur, preserver of Manipuri language and traditions.
- Rajni Basumatary (Assam) – Famous actress and filmmaker focusing on women’s issues and rural life.
- L. R. Sailo (Mizoram) – Writer and translator who promotes Mizo literature.
- Dr. Surya Kanta Hazarika (Assam) – Scholar and cultural historian who has done extensive research on the literary development of Assam.
- Prof. David R. Syiemliah (Meghalaya) – Renowned historian and former UPSC Chairman for his academic work on the identity and history of the Northeast.
8 China achieved the first success in thorium-uranium fuel conversion at TMSR
Achieving a historic breakthrough in nuclear energy , China has successfully completed the first thorium-to-uranium fuel conversion within a thorium molten salt reactor (TMSR) —the world’s only operational reactor . This success, announced on November 3, 2025, marks a significant milestone in the development of fourth-generation nuclear technology , paving the way for a safer, more efficient, and cleaner energy generation future. The thorium molten salt reactor is an advanced nuclear power system that uses molten salt instead of water as a coolant and thorium as a fuel. This system can extract more energy from thorium than conventional reactors can from uranium, and produces less nuclear waste. Thorium-232 (Th-232) is naturally abundant but is not directly fissile. It must be converted into uranium-233 (U-233) through neutron absorption . China’s achievement successfully achieved this conversion within the TMSR, representing a proof-of-concept (POI) of the thorium fuel cycle. This achievement is significant because it validates thorium as a next-generation nuclear fuel and enables the breeding of U-233 within the reactor, paving the way for sustainable, clean, and long-term nuclear energy systems.
9 OpenAI and Amazon sign a $38 billion deal
In a landmark move that could reshape the global landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), OpenAI and Amazon Web Services (AWS) have announced a US$38 billion (approximately ₹3.17 lakh crore) partnership . The agreement, announced on November 3, 2025, will allow OpenAI to operate and scale its AI models — including ChatGPT — on AWS’s vast cloud network. The collaboration is believed to be one of the largest compute infrastructure deployments in AI history, involving the use of millions of CPUs and tens of millions of NVIDIA GPUs.
10 SBI launches ‘SBI-Star’ awards to recognise employee talent
State Bank of India (SBI) has launched a unique initiative – “ SBI-STAR ” ( Staff Talent Acknowledgement & Recognition) to recognize the multifaceted personality of its employees . The initiative, announced on November 2, 2025 , aims to recognize employees not only as professionals but also as artists, sportspersons, volunteers and transformative citizens. This annual awards program is designed to recognize employees’ individual excellence beyond the workplace, further strengthening SBI’s commitment to holistic well-being and human-centric leadership. SBI-STAR is an annual employee excellence award instituted by India’s largest bank, State Bank of India, to recognize the diverse individual achievements of employees.
11 ICC ODI Rankings: Laura Wolvaardt becomes number one batsman, Mandhana at number two
South African captain Laura Wolvaardt, the top scorer in the recently concluded Women’s World Cup, has become the number one ranked batsman in the ICC ‘s ODI rankings. Wolvaardt has overtaken India’s Smriti Mandhana at number two . Wolvaardt’s performance in the 2025 ODI World Cup played a crucial role in Laura Wolvaardt’s rise to the top of the ODI rankings. Wolvaardt has played both the role of captain and a successful batsman for South Africa. She scored 169 runs against England in the semi-final and 101 runs for India in the final. The African captain scored the highest runs in the tournament, with 571 runs in nine matches, including two centuries and three half-centuries. Mandhana was the second-highest scorer in the tournament, scoring 434 runs in nine matches, including one century and two half-centuries. She was the second-highest scorer in the ICC’s ODI rankings for batsmen, with 811 points. Apart from Mandhana, India’s Jemimah Rodrigues is also in the top 10. Rodrigues jumped nine places to tenth. Her unbeaten innings of 127 against Australia in the semi-finals played a significant role in this. Australia’s Ashleigh Gardner is third, England’s Nat Sevier Brunt is fourth, Australia’s Beth Mooney is fifth, Australia’s Alyssa Healy is sixth, New Zealand’s Sophie Devine is seventh, Australia’s Ellyse Perry is eighth, and West Indies’ Healy Matthews is ninth.
12 Daya Dongre, famous actress of Marathi films, passes away at the age of 85
Daya Dongre, a renowned Marathi stage and film actress, passed away yesterday at the age of 85. She was born on March 11, 1940, in Amravati, Maharashtra . Musically inclined, Daya Dongre gained recognition after winning an All India Radio singing competition . She also studied at the National School of Drama . Daya Dongre won the hearts of audiences with her powerful performances in Marathi TV serials like ” Tujhi Majhi Jodi Jamli Re ,” ” Nanda Saukhya Bhare ,” ” Yachsati Kela Hota Atthahas ,” and ” Lekure Udand Jaali .”
13 Former North Korean head of state Kim Yong Nam passes away
Kim Yong Nam, North Korea’s former ceremonial head of state and one of the Kim dynasty ‘s longest-serving leaders, has died at the age of 97. State media confirmed his death on November 4, 2025. Kim Yong Nam was known for his unwavering integrity, more than seven decades of political service, and loyalty to the Kim regime. His death marks the end of a historic era in the North Korean bureaucracy. Kim Yong Nam’s political career spanned more than seven decades — one of the longest administrative tenures in North Korean history . He served as Chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme People’s Assembly from 1998 to April 2019 —a position that made him North Korea’s ceremonial head of state , although real power always remained with the Kim family
14 Former US Vice President Dick Cheney dies at 84
Former US Vice President Dick Cheney has died at the age of 84. Mr. Cheney had long suffered from heart problems. He suffered his first heart attack at the age of 37. He underwent a heart transplant in 2012. Before becoming Defense Secretary under President George W. Bush, Mr. Cheney, a member of Congress from Wyoming, played a key role in the 1991 Gulf War . He served as Vice President under President George W. Bush from 2001 to 2009 .