Delhi to get first recreational Yamuna cruise service, launch scheduled for November 10

Delhi is set to get its first recreational river cruise service along the Yamuna, with Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal scheduled to inaugurate the facility at Sonia Vihar on November 10. Developed along the Sonia Vihar–Jagatpur stretch of the Yamuna, the initiative aims to promote river-based tourism and provide residents and visitors with a new recreational attraction in the national capital. The Yamuna has been designated as National Waterway-110 under the National Waterways Act, 2016.

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Delhi to get first recreational Yamuna cruise service, launch scheduled for November 10

Trial runs of the cruise vessel were successfully conducted last month in the presence of senior officials from the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and the Delhi Government, ahead of the scheduled launch. The project is being spearheaded by IWAI under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. The initiative is being developed by IWAI in collaboration with the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation (DTTDC), Delhi Jal Board (DJB) and the Irrigation and Flood Control Department of the Delhi Government.

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U.K. writer M. John Harrison wins Booker for AI-tinged apocalyptic novel

U.K. author M. John Harrison won the Booker Prize on November 9 for his enigmatic novel "The End of Everything", which echoes concerns about artificial intelligence in a darkly satirical depiction of post-apocalyptic Britain. Mr. Harrison, 81, became the oldest winner of the award, which comes with a £50,000 ($67,000) prize and a boost in sales and profile for the winner. A veteran of the British science fiction literary scene, it was Mr. Harrison’s first time being shortlisted for the coveted prize, which critics have said was long overdue.

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U.K. writer M. John Harrison wins Booker for AI-tinged apocalyptic novel

Born in Rugby, England, in 1945, Mr. Harrison is the author of numerous science fiction books, including the Viriconium saga (1971-1984) and "Light" (2002), the first volume of a trilogy known as The Kefahuchi Tract, renowned as major works of the genre. Last year, British-Hungarian author David Szalay won the prize for "Flesh", his tortured tale of a Hungarian emigre in London.

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Modernist artist Arpita Singh, aged 89, passes away

Modernist artist Arpita Singh, widely known for her detailed figurative works, died at Fortis Hospital from age-related ailments on November 9, 2026 at the age of 89. She is survived by her husband and artist Paramjit Singh. Their only daughter, also an artist, Anjum Singh died in 2020 from cancer. Ms. Singh is known for her extensive body of figurative work, generally centred around a female figure, that was reflective of social upheaval and humanitarian crises of her times. She received the Padma Bhushan in 2011 and the Lalit Kala Akademi Fellowship in 2014 for her contribution to the world of art.

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Pedro Alliana sworn in as Paraguay president after Santiago Peña's impeachment and arrest

Paraguay's Vice President Pedro Alliana was sworn in as president on 6 Nov after the Senate voted to impeach and remove his predecessor, Santiago Peña, amid a major banking crisis. The crisis began after financial regulators seized Ueno Bank on 3 Nov, leaving nearly 3 million customers unable to access their savings or use their bank cards.

Alliana will serve the remainder of Peña's term, which ends in August 2028. The 52-year-old Pedro Alliana is a veteran member of the conservative Colorado Party. He previously served as governor of Ñeembucú province in southern Paraguay and as speaker of the lower house of Congress.

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Mahabharata, Arthashastra, Rajatarangini manuscripts added to UNESCO memory regional register

Manuscripts of the epic Mahabharata, Kalhana’s 12th-century historical chronicle Rajatarangini, and Kautilya’s Arthashastra, a work on governance and statecraft, have been inscribed on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register. The decision was taken at the 11th Session of the Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register held in Jakarta, Indonesia. With the recognition, India’s total number of inscriptions in the Regional Register to six.

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Mahabharata, Arthashastra, Rajatarangini manuscripts added to UNESCO memory regional register

The three inscriptions are officially named:

‘The Birch-bark (burjapatra) 'Manuscrip’ of Mahabharata—A Perennial Epic of South Asia’ housed at the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute, Pune;

‘Kautilya’s Arthashastra, Ancient palm-leaf Manuscript on Governance and Statecraft’ housed at the Oriental Research Institute, Mysuru;

‘The Manuscript of Rajatarangini by Kalhana: A Twelfth-century Chronicle of Kashmir’ housed at the Oriental Research Library, Sri Pratap Singh Library Complex, Srinagar.

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Global Innovation Index (GII) 2026

The World Intellectual Property Organization’s Global Innovation Index ranks 139 economies on their innovation performance, with Switzerland, Sweden and the United States taking the top three spots. Switzerland tops the Global Innovation Index 2026, followed by Sweden and the United States. China ​​​​​​​ranking 10th is the only upper-middle-income economy in the top 10, rank of Japan is 12th and that of India is 38th.

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Tamil Nadu leads India's research and patent race, tops NITI Aayog scoreboard

Tamil Nadu leads Indian states in research publications and patent applications, while Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and Karnataka also feature among the top contributors, according to the India Science and Technology (S&T) Scoreboard launched by NITI Aayog. Tamil Nadu recorded 44,611 research publications in 2024-25, followed by Uttar Pradesh with 29,298 and Maharashtra with 28,947. Karnataka recorded 27,970 publications, while Delhi had 24,417. Uttar Pradesh ranks second in research publications but fourth in patent applications. Maharashtra and Karnataka feature among the leading states in both categories.

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MobiKwik Gets RBI NBFC Licence for ₹5,000 Cr Credit

MobiKwik Financial Services Private Limited (MFSPL) received an RBI Certificate of Registration to operate as an NBFC, after April 2026 in-principle approval. MFSPL aims to start in 3–6 months via co-lending and disburse ₹5,000 crore over 3–4 years. The CoR complements MobiKwik’s Lending Service Provider (LSP) business so the group can originate credit directly. It follows recent Q2 FY27 lending momentum covered on Elets Banking and Finance. MFSPL is a wholly owned subsidiary.

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MobiKwik Gets RBI NBFC Licence for ₹5,000 Cr Credit

Per the BSE exchange filing and press release, the CoR is under Section 45-IA of the RBI Act, 1934, and MFSPL can commence NBFC operations after the final registration. The licence adds on-balance-sheet origination alongside distribution through regulated lenders, for more product flexibility and a path to improve lending economics while keeping bank and NBFC partners. MFSPL plans secured and unsecured credit for consumers and MSMEs across India. In Q2 FY27, lending disbursals through 11 partners reached ₹1,083 crore (+34% YoY) and financial-services gross profit grew 2.2x, the company said—context only for the CoR. The NBFC complements the LSP book; Q2 FY27 disbursals were ₹1,083 crore via 11 partners (+34% YoY), with financial-services gross profit up 2.2x—context only.

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Sebi allows mutual funds to net cash market obligations from April

Capital markets regulator Sebi allowed mutual fund schemes to net their fund obligations arising from outright purchase and sale transactions in the cash market, a move aimed at reducing temporary funding requirements and improving settlement efficiency. The move extends to mutual funds a net settlement facility that Sebi had earlier introduced for foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) this year. Under the new framework, mutual funds can offset funds payable against funds receivable within the same scheme and settlement cycle. However, the facility will not be available across different schemes of the same mutual fund.

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Sebi allows mutual funds to net cash market obligations from April

Further, if a scheme buys and sells the same security during the same settlement cycle, those transactions will not qualify for net settlement and will continue to be settled on a gross basis. The regulator said non-outright transactions, including derivatives, securities lending and borrowing, short selling-related transactions and other transactions not specifically covered, will remain outside the framework. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has asked the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI) to formulate implementation standards in consultation with clearing corporations, stock exchanges, custodians and other stakeholders. The new framework will come into effect from April 1, 2027.

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Unemployment dips slightly to 5.1% in July-September: Govt survey

The unemployment rate for persons aged 15 years and above improved marginally to 5.1% in the July-September period from 5.2% a year ago, according to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) released.

According to the PLFS, the unemployment rate (UR), or joblessness rate, was 5.4% in the April-June quarter this year.

The PLFS, conducted by the National Statistics Office (NSO), is the primary source of data on activity participation and employment-unemployment conditions.

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Unemployment dips slightly to 5.1% in July-September: Govt survey

The survey methodology was modified in January 2025 to provide monthly and quarterly estimates of labour force indicators for rural and urban India under the current weekly status (CWS) framework. The current bulletin for July-September 2026 is the sixth in the series.

At the all-India level, the quarterly estimates are based on information collected from 5,55,593 persons surveyed.

According to the latest PLFS bulletin, the overall UR for persons aged 15 years and above improved to 5.1% in the current quarter from 5.4% in the previous quarter.

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Unemployment dips slightly to 5.1% in July-September: Govt survey

Compared to 4.4% in the corresponding quarter of 2025, the rural UR remained largely unchanged at 4.3% during July-September 2026.

Rural male UR declined by 0.3 percentage points to 4.4% in July-September 2026 from 4.7% in the year-ago period.

Urban UR registered marginal improvements for both males (6.2% to 6.1%) and females (9% to 8.8%) over the same period.

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Andhra Pradesh ranks second in Access Equality Index, but 13th in per capita income

Andhra Pradesh has ranked second among 28 States in the Access Equality Index (AEI) 2026, despite being placed 13th in per capita income, according to a report by the Centre for New Economic Studies (CNES) at O.P. Jindal Global University.

Goa topped the index chart with a score of 0.68, followed by Andhra Pradesh at 0.66. Sikkim scored 0.63, Kerala 0.60, and Tamil Nadu and Telangana 0.57 each. The report identified Andhra Pradesh as a front-runner, with the State securing the highest rank among the larger States.

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Andhra Pradesh ranks second in Access Equality Index, but 13th in per capita income

The index assesses five areas— basic infrastructure, healthcare, education, socio-economic security and access to justice—using 60 indicators across 23 categories. Each of the five parameters has been given equal weight.

Andhra Pradesh ranked first in socio-economic security, scoring 0.69, ahead of Goa, which ranked second with 0.50. The State also figured among the leading performers in the other four dimensions.

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Sitar maestro Pandit Manilal Nag dies in Kolkata at 87

Sitar maestro Pandit Manilal Nag, a celebrated exponent of the Bishnupur gharana, died in Kolkata due to age-related ailments. He was 87. Born on August 16, 1939, in Bankura district, Nag was a distinguished exponent of the Bishnupur gharana, known for its Dhrupad-influenced musical tradition.

He was conferred the Padma Shri in 2020 and the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2001, becoming the first musician from the Bishnupur gharana to receive the honour. The West Bengal government had honoured him with the Alauddin Purashkar in 2012 and the Banga Bibhushan in 2015.

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India and France strengthen cooperation in space, critical technologies and economic security

India and France have agreed to deepen cooperation in strategic space activities, critical technologies, cybersecurity and economic security during Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri’s official visit to Paris from November 9 to 10, 2026.

During the visit, Misri co-chaired the third India-France Strategic Space Dialogue with Martin Briens, Secretary-General of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.

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India and France strengthen cooperation in space, critical technologies and economic security

he two sides reviewed progress since the second edition of the dialogue and discussed ongoing bilateral engagement in the space sector, along with opportunities to expand cooperation in both government-to-government (G2G) and commercial segments.

Misri and Briens also co-chaired the inaugural meeting of the India-France Economic Security and Critical Technologies Dialogue, a mechanism established during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France in June 2026.

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India and France strengthen cooperation in space, critical technologies and economic security

As part of the visit, Misri and Briens also undertook a comprehensive review of the India-France Special Global Strategic Partnership and the implementation of the Horizon 2047 Roadmap. Their discussions covered key areas of bilateral cooperation, India-EU relations and regional and global developments of mutual interest. They also exchanged views on cooperation in multilateral forums.

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India wins 2 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze at Junior International Astronomy Olympiad

Indian students have secured five medals, including two gold, two silver and one bronze, at the 5th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics for Juniors (IOAA-Jr) 2026 in Thailand. The National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) announced the achievement, highlighting the performance of the five-member Indian team at the international competition, which saw participation from 25 countries.

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India wins 2 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze at Junior International Astronomy Olympiad

The event was organised in Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, from November 1 to 8. A total of 104 students competed at the Olympiad, accompanied by 53 team leaders and observers.

India's five-member contingent delivered a strong performance, with Siddharth Laxmisha of Aditya Vidyashram Residential School, Puducherry, and Swara Srujal Patel of School of Excellence, Gujarat, claiming gold medals.

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India wins 2 gold, 2 silver and 1 bronze at Junior International Astronomy Olympiad

Aarna Chaplot of Maa Bharti Senior Secondary School, Kota, and Krish Bhaskar of KS International Academy, Bagar, both in Rajasthan, won silver medals. Akshara Gulab Ambone of Lords Public School, Maharashtra, completed the tally with a bronze.

The Indian team's participation was facilitated by NCSM, which operates under the Ministry of Culture and oversees the selection and training process through its Junior Astronomy Olympiad programme.

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INS Surat reaches Oman to participate in 15th edition of India-Oman maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Surat arrived at Muscat, Oman, on November 8, 2026, to participate in the 15th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr (Sea Breeze), followed by a Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman.

The exercise will include a range of professional engagements during its harbour and sea phases. These activities will comprise cross-deck visits, operational interactions and sporting events, providing personnel from both navies with opportunities to exchange experiences and best practices.

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INS Surat reaches Oman to participate in 15th edition of India-Oman maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr

The deployment is also in line with the Government of India’s MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions) vision, which emphasises cooperation with maritime partners to promote security and growth across regions.

The visit provides an opportunity to build on the momentum generated during the 13th meeting of the India-Oman Joint Military Cooperation Committee, held on November 24, 2025, and further deepen defence and maritime engagement between the two countries.

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RBI extends supersession of Abhyudaya Co-op Bank board by another year

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) further extended the supersession of the board of Mumbai-based Abhyudaya Co-operative Bank by another year, effective November 24, 2026, citing public interest.

The RBI had superseded the bank’s board of directors on November 24, 2023, for one year, citing material concerns arising from poor governance standards. The supersession was subsequently extended by a year each in November 2024 and November 2025.

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RBI extends supersession of Abhyudaya Co-op Bank board by another year

While superseding the board in 2023, the RBI had said no business restrictions had been placed and the bank would continue to carry on its normal banking activities under the guidance of the administrator.

The administrator of the bank, Satya Prakash Pathak, will continue for another year, the RBI said. He will be assisted by the existing Committee of Advisors comprising Venkatesh Hegde, Devendra Kumar and Suhas Gokhale.

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RBI extends supersession of Abhyudaya Co-op Bank board by another year

The lender started operations in 1964 and was conferred with ‘scheduled bank status’ by the RBI in September 1988. On January 11, 2007, the bank was registered as a multi-state co-operative bank by the Central Registrar, New Delhi. The bank’s operations are confined to three states: Maharashtra, Gujarat and Karnataka.

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