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BUSINESS NEWS
State Bank of India Achieves Dual Milestone: Crosses $100 Billion Market Cap and ₹100 Trillion Total Business
• The State Bank of India (SBI) has reached a historic double milestone, becoming the first Indian bank to achieve both a market capitalization exceeding $100 billion and a total business surpassing ₹100 trillion. This accomplishment underscores the robustness of India’s public sector banking network.
• The market capitalization of SBI crossed the $100 billion threshold following a strong performance in Q2 FY26, placing it among the global banking leaders and major Indian corporations such as Reliance Industries and TCS. This reflects growing investor trust and a solid foundation in retail, SME, and corporate lending.
• The bank’s total business — a combination of deposits and advances — went beyond ₹100 trillion for the first time in Indian banking history, with total advances of ₹44.2 lakh crore and deposits amounting to ₹55.9 lakh crore, showcasing SBI’s extensive national reach and dominance in financial services.
NATIONAL NEWS
PM Narendra Modi Launches NexCAR19 – India’s First Indigenous CAR T-Cell Therapy
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially launched NexCAR19, India’s first domestically developed CAR T-cell therapy, representing a major leap forward in cancer treatment and a landmark in India’s pursuit of healthcare self-reliance.
• The therapy was co-developed by ImmunoACT, IIT Bombay, and Tata Memorial Hospital, with crucial support from the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC).
• NexCAR19 employs Chimeric Antigen Receptor (CAR) T-cell technology, in which a patient’s T-cells are genetically engineered to identify and eliminate cancerous cells.
• It is particularly designed for patients suffering from B-cell blood cancers like Leukemia and Lymphoma who have not responded effectively to chemotherapy or radiation treatments.
• Process of CAR T-Cell Therapy: The patient’s T-cells are extracted, genetically modified to recognize specific cancer cell markers, multiplied in laboratories, and reintroduced into the patient’s body to target and destroy cancer cells.
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Bangladesh Becomes First South Asian Nation to Join the U.N. Water Convention in 2025
• In a landmark move, Bangladesh became the first country in South Asia to join the United Nations Water Convention in 2025, aiming to improve transboundary water management and ensure sustainable use of shared water resources.
• The nation faces severe water challenges — with nearly half of its population residing in drought-prone regions, 60% exposed to floods, and major rivers facing depletion due to climate change and population growth.
• The U.N. Water Convention, formally known as the Convention on the Protection and Use of Transboundary Watercourses and International Lakes, was initially adopted in Helsinki in 1992 and came into force in 1996. It was originally limited to Europe but was opened to all UN members in 2016.
• India, however, has not joined the Convention, preferring to manage transboundary water issues through bilateral and basin-specific agreements like the Indus Waters Treaty (1960) and the Ganga Water Sharing Treaty (1996).
DEFENCE NEWS
Indian Navy Commissions INS Ikshak, Third SVL-Class Ship, at Kochi
• On November 6, 2025, INS Ikshak — the third vessel in the Survey Vessel (Large) [SVL] class — was officially commissioned into the Indian Navy at the Naval Base in Kochi.
• The commissioning ceremony was led by Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff.
• Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, INS Ikshak displaces approximately 3,400 tonnes and measures 110 metres in length.
• The vessel has dual functionality — serving as a hydrographic survey vessel and as a platform for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) or hospital operations when required.
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
U.S. Conducts Routine Test Launch of Unarmed Minuteman III ICBM (GT-254) to Confirm Nuclear Readiness
• The United States carried out a routine test of an unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM), designated GT-254, from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on November 5, 2025, as part of its scheduled operations to verify the dependability and preparedness of its land-based nuclear arsenal.
• The re-entry vehicle successfully landed near the Ronald Reagan Ballistic Missile Defense Test Site at Kwajalein Atoll in the central Pacific Ocean.
• The test also included validation of the Airborne Launch Control System (ALCS), which allowed launch control from an E-6B aircraft, ensuring backup communication and command procedures for nuclear deterrence.
• The exercise served to assess the missile system’s reliability, accuracy, and readiness, reinforcing confidence in the United States’ strategic nuclear deterrent capabilities.
China Commissions Third and Most Advanced Aircraft Carrier ‘Fujian’
• China officially commissioned its third aircraft carrier, Fujian, signifying a pivotal advancement in its naval modernization efforts and expansion of maritime strength.
• The induction event took place at Sanya Port in Hainan Province and was attended by President Xi Jinping under stringent security measures.
• The Fujian is hailed as China’s most technologically sophisticated carrier to date, highlighting the nation’s growing prowess in naval engineering.
• It is China’s first carrier with a flat flight deck, enabling more efficient aircraft take-off and landing, thus improving operational capacity and sortie frequency.
AIIA Pharmacology Laboratory Attains Triple ISO Certification, Setting Global Standards for Ayurveda Research
• The Pharmacology Laboratory of the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi earned IS/ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015, and 45001:2018 certifications from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), covering quality, environmental, and occupational safety management.
• This milestone establishes AIIA as a leader in standard-driven Ayurvedic research by aligning with internationally recognized operational frameworks.
• Through an Integrated Management System (IMS), AIIA enhanced process consistency, ethical integrity, and research efficiency in pre-clinical pharmacology studies.
• With NAAC A++ and NABH accreditations and a 200-bed hospital housing 45 specialty clinics, AIIA continues to set benchmarks in evidence-based Ayurvedic innovation and quality healthcare.
SUMMITS & CONFERENCES
India Hosts Inaugural BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference to Advance Blue Economy Cooperation
• The first BIMSTEC-India Marine Research Network (BIMReN) Conference was organized in Kochi from November 4–6, 2025, reinforcing India’s leadership in Blue Economy initiatives across the Bay of Bengal region.
• BIMReN, launched in 2024 by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), facilitates institutional partnerships through joint research grants and split-site PhD programs between Indian and BIMSTEC nations’ academic bodies.
• Originally introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the 2022 Colombo BIMSTEC Summit, the initiative aligns with India’s Neighbourhood First, Act East, Indo-Pacific, and MAHASAGAR strategies, fostering collaborative marine science innovation.
Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates 18th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2025 in Gurugram
• The 18th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2025 commenced in Gurugram, Haryana, inaugurated by Union Minister Manohar Lal, who also oversees the Housing & Urban Affairs and Power ministries.
• The event was a joint effort between MoHUA, the Government of Haryana, Institute of Urban Transport (India), and Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL).
• The conference adopted the theme “Urban Development and Mobility Nexus”, underlining the interconnection between city planning and sustainable transportation systems.
• The Minister announced the rollout of 10,000 electric buses under the PM e-Bus Sewa initiative, including 100 e-buses dedicated to Gurugram, aiming to enhance green transit options in smaller urban areas.
• Manohar Lal also highlighted that India’s metro network has extended to 1,100 km, making it the third-largest worldwide, and stressed the importance of boosting last-mile connectivity to improve ridership and accessibility.
AWARDS AND HONOURS
Manika Vishwakarma to Represent India at Miss Universe 2025 in Thailand
• Manika Vishwakarma, a 22-year-old from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, will represent India at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant scheduled to be held in Thailand.
• She was crowned Miss Universe India 2025 during a grand finale event in Jaipur, earning recognition for her confidence, intellect, and eloquence.
• Currently pursuing her final year in Political Science and Economics at Delhi University, Manika resides in Delhi.
• Her journey began with her title as Miss Universe Rajasthan, steadily advancing through the national beauty circuit to secure the crown.
SPORTS NEWS
Sheetal Devi Becomes India’s First Para-Archer to Join Able-Bodied National Archery Team
• Sheetal Devi, an 18-year-old para-archer from Jammu and Kashmir, has made history as the first Indian para-athlete selected to compete in an able-bodied national archery team.
• She will represent India in the Asia Cup 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, this December in the compound women’s team category.
• Born with phocomelia — a rare congenital condition causing the absence of arms — Sheetal mastered archery using her legs and shoulders, becoming a symbol of resilience and innovation.
• Major Achievements:
o 2 Gold Medals – 2023 Asian Para Games
o Silver Medal – 2023 World Archery Championships
o Bronze Medal – 2024 Paris Paralympics (Mixed Team) at age 17, making her India’s youngest Paralympic medalist
o Gold Medal – 2025 World Archery Para Championships (Gwangju) in the individual event
• The national selection trials for the women’s compound team were conducted from November 3–6, 2025, at SAI National Centre of Excellence, Sonipat, with over 60 archers competing.
• Sheetal secured third place with a score of 703, earning her spot alongside Tejal Rajendra Salve and Vaidehi Hirachandra Jadhav in the Indian compound women’s team.
OBITUARIES
DNA Co-Discoverer and Nobel Laureate James D. Watson Passes Away at 97
• Renowned molecular biologist James D. Watson, co-discoverer of the DNA double helix structure, passed away at the age of 97 in East Northport, New York.
• Watson played a pivotal role in the Human Genome Project, which successfully mapped over 3 billion DNA base pairs and emphasized the ethical dimensions of genetic research.
• As Director of the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory from 1968 to 1994, Watson transformed it into a premier center for genetics and cancer research, contributing immensely to scientific education and biomedical innovation.
IMPORTANT DAYS
World Science Day for Peace and Development 2025 Observed on November 10
• The World Science Day for Peace and Development 2025 was observed globally on November 10, 2025.
• The UNESCO theme for this year’s celebration was “Trust, transformation, and tomorrow: The science we need for 2050.”
• The day celebrates the valuable contributions of science to humanity and emphasizes the need to enhance public understanding of the role of science and technology in society.
• The first World Conference on Science was convened in 1999 by UNESCO and the International Council for Science in Hungary, where participants agreed on dedicating a special day or week to promote science education and awareness worldwide.