1. Kerala declared itself the first Indian state to eliminate extreme poverty:
On 1 Nov 2025 the state government officially announced that extreme poverty has been eradicated, marking a historic socio-economic milestone.
2. Digital Census trial of 2027 began self-enumeration modules:
India kicked off the trial runs of its next decennial census with mobile apps and self-enumeration features, signalling a shift to fully digital data-collection.
3. Bharat Parv 2025 launched from 1-15 Nov to mark Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s 150th birth anniversary:
The Indian Home Minister announced the national celebration period; activities include cultural festivals, exhibitions and a parade from Ekta Nagar.
4. Foundation stone laid for the Museum of Royal Kingdoms of India near the Statue of Unity in Gujarat:
The museum aims to showcase India’s erstwhile princely states and their heritage, supporting tourism and cultural education.
1. In Northern Ireland/Stormont: Sinn Féin and Social Democratic and Labour Party to support a motion of no-confidence in Education Minister after an Israel visit:
This political development in the UK’s devolved government marked tensions around foreign-policy engagement and ministerial accountability.
2. Government of India and Government of United States signed a 10-year defence cooperation framework:
This strategic agreement deepens India-US military ties including tech-sharing, joint exercises and defence-industrial cooperation.
1. Reserve Bank of India data: USA & Singapore contributed over one-third of India’s FDI in FY 2024-25:
The RBI’s Foreign Liabilities & Assets census revealed that two countries (USA and Singapore) accounted for a dominant share of inbound FDI, indicating concentration of capital.
2. US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) discontinued cheque/money-order payments from 1 Nov:
A policy change in the US immigration payments regime, reflecting global shifts towards digital transactions and operational cost-efficiencies.
3. New fee rules by SBI Card effective 1 Nov 2025: 1 % transaction fee on education-payments via third-party apps and wallet loads above certain limits:
Financial consumer-policy update affecting credit-card and digital-wallet usage for students and payments.
4. India’s trade‐negotiation teams in Chile and Peru to fast-track Free Trade Agreements, aiming to secure critical-minerals access:
Part of India’s broader strategy to diversify supply-chains, support EV/renewable manufacturing and reduce dependency on China.
Early-warning system (EWS) for Himalayan disasters emphasised:
Given increasing glacial lake bursts, landslides and flash floods in the Himalayan region, experts urged the rollout of real-time early warning networks and community-based systems.
Under India’s national campaign Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan, India achieved Guinness World Records in mass registration for women/adolescent health screening — a push for digital-health and community outreach.
The Arya Samaj marked its 150-year legacy; the Prime Minister addressed the International Arya Mahasammelan in Delhi:
Highlighting the reformist movement’s contributions to education, social change and Vedic-heritage in India.
Lucknow was recognised as a UNESCO “City of Gastronomy”:
The city’s rich Awadhi culinary heritage earned it the UNESCO title, linking culture, tourism and heritage management.
1. Bengaluru launched “Garbage Dumping Festival” to curb improper waste disposal:
The civic body used an awareness campaign where households ignoring waste-norms faced repeated dumping near them, to push behavioural change in urban waste-management.
2. Multiple Indian states observed their foundation/formation day on 1 Nov (e.g., Karnataka, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh).
These states celebrated their “Rajyotsava” or formation days with cultural programmes and official ceremonies.
1. World Vegan Day observed on 1 Nov to promote vegan lifestyle and animal-rights awareness:
An international observance aimed at raising awareness about plant-based diets, animal welfare and environmental impacts.
2. World Savings Day observed:
Celebrated 1 Nov globally to raise awareness about the importance of savings for personal finance and economic stability.
Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan achieved three Guinness World Records:
Under this women-and-child health campaign, India achieved records for mass registration for health-care platforms and screening sign-ups, underscoring digital-health outreach.
📝 Explanation: India celebrated 150 years of the “Iron Man of India” with Bharat Parv 2025 and special releases including a ₹150 coin and postal stamp.
📝 Explanation: Bharat Parv 2025 ran from Nov 1–15 to celebrate the legacy of Sardar Patel with cultural events and exhibitions.
📝 Explanation: Located near the Statue of Unity, the museum aims to showcase India’s princely heritage and royal lineage.
📝 Explanation: PM addressed the International Arya Mahasammelan recognizing Arya Samaj’s role in education and social reform.
📝 Explanation: The new fee policy aimed to manage rising intermediary costs and promote direct-channel usage.
📝 Explanation: The annual submission ensures continued pension credit; digital Jeevan Pramaan system is now widely used.
📝 Explanation: Combined, they contributed over one-third of total FDI, highlighting India’s investment concentration.
📝 Explanation: The pact strengthened Indo-US strategic and industrial defence ties.
📝 Explanation: The motion followed controversy over a foreign visit, reflecting ongoing political tensions.
📝 Explanation: This was part of USCIS’s digital transformation drive to enhance transparency and speed.
📝 Explanation: The mission achieved world records for mass women’s health check-ups and registrations.
📝 Explanation: Citizens could fill census data digitally — the first step towards a paperless census.
📝 Explanation: Due to repeated glacial-lake bursts and landslides, experts called for real-time disaster alerts.
📝 Explanation: The civic body’s campaign humorously targeted habitual violators to promote waste discipline.
📝 Explanation: These states were reorganized on 1 Nov 1956; marked as Rajyotsava/Statehood Day annually.
📝 Explanation: Kerala announced successful eradication of extreme poverty through targeted welfare programs.
📝 Explanation: Recognized for its Awadhi culinary tradition and cultural heritage.
📝 Explanation: Promotes plant-based diet and animal-rights awareness worldwide.
📝 Explanation: Hosted in the national capital, the event celebrated Vedic philosophy and social reform legacy.
📝 Explanation: The day emphasizes the importance of saving habits for economic stability and personal security.
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