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India Bans Export of Lithium-ion Battery Black Mass to Strengthen Critical Mineral Security

12-Nov-2026

On November 11, 2026, the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) prohibited the export of lithium-ion battery waste and scrap containing black mass with immediate effect.

INS Betwa Modernisation: Defence Ministry Signs ₹498.58 Crore Contract with Cochin Shipyard

12-Nov-2026

The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth ₹498.58 crore with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for the refit and re-powering of INS Betwa, an Indian Navy guided-missile frigate.

Over 9 Million Lives Could Be Saved Every Year if Countries Met WHO Air Quality Guidelines: A Wake-Up Call on the Global Air Pollution Crisis

11-Nov-2026

A new study by researchers from the University of Cambridge has revealed that more than 9 million premature deaths could potentially be prevented or postponed every year in low- and middle-income countries if they met the World Health Organization's (WHO) recommended air quality guidelines.

India’s Labour Force Participation Rate Rises to 55.5% in Q3 2026: Key Findings of PLFS Report

11-Nov-2026

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) Quarterly Bulletin for July–September 2026 on 10 November 2026.

New COVID-19 Variant PJ.2.1 Spreads Globally: Symptoms, Risks, Vaccine Protection and India's Preparedness

11-Nov-2026

A new COVID-19 variant, PJ.2.1, is attracting global attention following its detection in multiple countries, including Canada, the United States, Australia, New Zealand and several European and Asian countries.

INS Surat Arrives in Oman for 15th India-Oman Naval Exercise Naseem Al Bahr

11-Nov-2026

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

INS Sahyadri Arrives in Japan for MALABAR 2026 Naval Exercise

06-Nov-2026

India’s indigenous stealth frigate INS Sahyadri arrived at Yokosuka Naval Base in Japan on November 4, 2026, to participate in the multilateral naval exercise MALABAR 2026.

National Cancer Awareness Day: Key Facts, Historical Background, Major Types, Causes and Risk Factors

06-Nov-2026

National Cancer Awareness Day is observed on 7 November 2026 in India to highlight the growing burden of cancer and the importance of early detection, prevention and timely treatment.

DRDO Successfully Tests Pralay Quasi-Ballistic Missile: A Major Boost to India’s Defence Capabilities

06-Nov-2026

On 5 November 2026, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) successfully conducted a flight test of the indigenously developed Pralay quasi-ballistic missile.

VISTAR Scheme 2026: Cabinet Approves ₹4,371 Crore to Modernise India’s Statistical System

05-Nov-2026

On 4 November 2026, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the Viksit Bharat Initiative for Statistical Transformation, Analytics & Research (VISTAR) Scheme.

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