National News
- Delhi's First Yamuna River Cruise Service Inaugurated
- Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated Delhi’s first Yamuna river cruise service on 10 November 2026 along the Sonia Vihar–Jagatpur stretch (National Waterway-110).
- Lieutenant Governor Tarnjit Singh Sandhu and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta attended the launch ceremony.
- The initiative aims to promote eco-friendly inland water tourism and rejuvenate riverfront recreation in the national capital.
- Sonia Gandhi’s Memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love Released Worldwide
- Congress leader Sonia Gandhi’s memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love, was officially released worldwide on 10 November 2026.
- Published by HarperCollins in India, Alfred A. Knopf in the US, and William Collins in the UK, the book traces her journey from Italy's Veneto region to her life and political career in India.
- It recounts personal milestones including her marriage to Rajiv Gandhi and major events in modern Indian political history.
- Central Government Releases ₹77.98 Crore Under AVYAY Scheme for Senior Citizens
- The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment released ₹77.98 crore to support 755 senior citizen welfare projects for Q2 of FY 2026–27 under the Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY).
- The funds support Integrated Programmes for Senior Citizens (IPSrC), State Action Plans, and Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana initiatives across states.
- The allocation focuses on strengthening old-age homes, healthcare access, and assistive devices for elderly citizens.
- Odisha Cabinet Approves ₹4,708-Crore Upper Indravati Pumped Storage Project
- Chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, the Odisha state cabinet approved the 600 MW Upper Indravati Pumped Storage Project at Ranibahal in Kalahandi district.
- Developed by Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Ltd with an investment of ₹4,708 crore, the project is targeted for commissioning by 2030–31.
- It will enhance grid stability and peak-hour renewable energy storage capacity across the state.
International News
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WHO Launches Global Movement 'Together for Science and Health'
On 10 November 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) launched Together for Science and Health, uniting over 240 global organizations to strengthen public trust in science.
o Announced alongside the Paris Peace Forum, the coalition aims to counter health misinformation and promote evidence-based policymaking.
o The initiative aligns with the year-long World Health Day 2026 theme, "Together for health. Stand with science."
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Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan Sign Silk Road Declaration on Climate Mobility
Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan became the first nations to sign the Silk Road Declaration on Climate Mobility on 10 November 2026 during a high-level side event at COP31.
o Facilitated by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), the pact addresses cross-border human mobility driven by environmental degradation and climate stress.
o It establishes regional cooperation frameworks for disaster displacement, water scarcity, and sustainable adaptation across Central Asia.
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World Science Day for Peace and Development Observed Globally
o World Science Day for Peace and Development was observed globally on 10 November 2026 under the UNESCO theme "Common ground through science diplomacy".
o Proclaimed by UNESCO in 2001, the annual observance highlights the role of scientific collaboration in addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and public health.
o Research institutions worldwide hosted symposiums emphasizing open science and cross-border technological cooperation.
Sports News
- Niveditha Veloor Nair Wins Individual Bronze and Team Silver at ISSF World Championship
- Indian shooter Niveditha Veloor Nair won the bronze medal in the women’s 25m standard pistol event (567-13x) at the 2026 ISSF World Shooting Championship in Doha on 10 November 2026.
- She also teamed up with Manvi Jain and Simranpreet Kaur Brar to secure the silver medal in the women’s team event with a combined score of 1,682-33x.
- The twin podium finishes lifted India’s medal tally at the championship to seven medals (one gold, five silver, and one bronze).
- Craig Ervine Becomes Third-Oldest Test Double-Centurion
- Zimbabwe batter Craig Ervine scored an unbeaten 206 at the age of 41 years and 82 days, becoming the third-oldest player in cricket history to score a Test double century.
- During his historic knock, Ervine shared an unbroken 208-run partnership with Wessly Madhevere (100*).
- The milestone placed Ervine alongside Jack Hobbs and Patsy Hendren among cricket’s oldest Test double-centurions.
