Current Affairs 11 November 2026
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International Current Affairs
Banking Crisis Triggers Political Turmoil in Paraguay
Paraguay faced a major political and financial crisis in November 2026 following the collapse of Ueno, a prominent digital-first bank. The crisis reportedly led to impeachment proceedings against President Santiago Peña. Paraguay’s Senate voted to remove Peña on 7 November 2026 and placed him under house arrest. Vice President Pedro Alliana was subsequently sworn in as interim President.
What Caused the Banking Crisis?
- On 3 November 2026, the Banco Central del Paraguay (BCP), Paraguay’s central bank, reportedly initiated a resolution process after Ueno’s solvency ratio fell below half the legally required minimum.
- A bank’s solvency ratio measures its financial capacity to absorb losses and meet obligations. A resolution process allows regulators to restructure a failing bank, transfer deposits and recover assets.
- According to the report, nearly three million customers temporarily lost access to their savings, while public pension funds were also affected.
National Current Affairs
Martyrs’ Memorial of the First War of Independence of 1857
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the Martyrs’ Memorial of the First War of Independence of 1857 in Ambala, Haryana, in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar.
The memorial, built on 22 acres, cost ₹594 crore and features 22 galleries dedicated to the history, freedom fighters, and sacrifices associated with the Revolt of 1857.
Historical Significance of the Revolt of 1857
The Revolt of 1857 was a major uprising against British rule in India. It began among Indian sepoys in Meerut on 10 May 1857 and later spread across northern and central India.
Prominent leaders associated with the revolt included:
- Rani Lakshmibai: Jhansi.
- Nana Sahib: Kanpur.
- Tatya Tope: Central India.
- Begum Hazrat Mahal: Awadh (Lucknow).
- Bahadur Shah Zafar: Delhi.
- Rao Tularam: Haryana.
Andhra Pradesh Current Affairs
Andhra Pradesh Ranks Second in Access Equality Index (AEI) 2026
Andhra Pradesh secured second position (Goa became top) among 28 States in the Access Equality Index (AEI) 2026, released by the Centre for New Economic Studies (CNES) at O.P. Jindal Global University.
Despite ranking 13th in per capita income, Andhra Pradesh performed strongly in providing access to essential public services and opportunities. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu highlighted the State’s performance, noting that its access to public services was relatively high compared with its income ranking.
What Does the Access Equality Index Measure?
The Access Equality Index evaluates how effectively people can access essential services and opportunities across five dimensions:
- Basic infrastructure
- Healthcare
- Education
- Socio-economic security
- Access to justice
Defence
Exercise ‘Rahat Mitra’
India and Myanmar conducted their first bilateral tri-service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, ‘Rahat Mitra’, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, from 5 to 6 November 2026. The exercise was organised under the aegis of the Indian Navy, with participation from the Army, Navy and Air Force of both countries. More than 300 military personnel participated in the two-day exercise.
Anti-Submarine Warfare Vessel ‘Amini’
The Indian Navy received ‘Amini’, an indigenously designed and built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), on 5 November 2026. The vessel was constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, in accordance with the classification rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS). The vessel is named after Amini Island, located in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
Awards and Honours
PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards 2026
The PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards 2026 were presented on 5 November 2026 at the Renewable Energy Summit and Expo 2026, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The awards recognised outstanding contributions to rooftop solar adoption under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.
Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan presented the awards to recognise achievements by Central Ministries, government departments and other organisations in promoting solar energy.
PM Surya Ghar Awards Winners List
| Category | Awardee | Major achievement |
|---|---|---|
| First Position – Central Ministries | Ministry of Railways | Solarised 12,495 buildings (79%); installed 351 MW |
| Second Position – Central Ministries | Department of Financial Services (DFS) | Solarised 2,576 technically feasible buildings; installed 61.50 MW |
| Corporate Recognition | Tata Power | Second position among Top Brand Owners; recognised for residential rooftop solar execution |
| State Recognition | Odisha | Recognised for large-scale implementation and solar adoption |
About PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana
The scheme was launched on 13 February 2024 to promote rooftop solar installations in residential households.
- Implementing Ministry: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
- Target: Rooftop solar installations in one crore households.
- Benefit: Up to 300 units of free electricity per month through rooftop solar generation for eligible households.
- Objective: Promote renewable energy, reduce household electricity expenditure and encourage clean energy adoption.
Important Days
National Entrepreneurship Day – 09 November
National Entrepreneurship Day was observed on 9 November 2026 to recognise the contribution of entrepreneurs to employment generation, innovation and economic development in India. The day commemorates the establishment of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) on 9 November 2014.
India’s Growing Startup Ecosystem
According to government data, India has emerged as the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem, with more than 2.62 lakh startups recognised by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) as of November 2026.
Sports
Anuj Shrivatri Becomes India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster
Anuj Shrivatri became India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster on 8 November 2026, after winning the 7th ASEAN+ Individual Open Chess Championship held in Ozamiz City, Philippines. Shrivatri, who hails from Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, also became the first Chess Grandmaster from Madhya Pradesh, marking a significant milestone in the State’s chess history.
Growth of Chess Grandmasters in India
- India’s Grandmaster journey began in 1988, when Viswanathan Anand became the country’s first Chess Grandmaster.
- India’s Grandmaster tally increased from 23 in 2010 to 67 in 2020 and reached 100 in November 2026.
- Tamil Nadu leads the country with 38 Grandmasters, accounting for 38% of India’s total. It is followed by Maharashtra (14), West Bengal (12), Delhi (8), and Andhra Pradesh (7).
- According to the article, India ranks fourth globally in the number of registered Grandmasters, behind Russia, the United States and Germany.
Daily Current Affairs Quiz
Q1. In which city did Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurate the Martyrs’ Memorial of the First War of Independence of 1857, constructed at a cost of ₹594 crore?
A. Meerut, Uttar Pradesh
B. Ambala, Haryana
C. Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh
D. Barrackpore, West Bengal
Show Answer
Answer: B. Ambala, Haryana
Explanation: Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Martyrs’ Memorial of the First War of Independence of 1857 in Ambala, Haryana. The memorial was constructed at a cost of ₹594 crore across 22 acres and contains 22 galleries. It uses virtual reality, holography and interactive projections to showcase the history of the Revolt of 1857. The memorial also features an open-air theatre with a seating capacity of 2,500.
Q2. With reference to the PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards 2026, consider the following statements:
1. The Ministry of Railways secured first position among Central Ministries for solarising the highest number of government buildings.
2. Andhra Pradesh was recognised as a leading State for its implementation of rooftop solar initiatives under the scheme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Show Answer
Answer: A. 1 only
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct. The Ministry of Railways secured first position among Central Ministries at the PM Surya Ghar Excellence Awards 2026, having installed rooftop solar systems on 12,495 railway buildings with a total capacity of 351 MW. Statement 2 is incorrect according to the supplied award details. Odisha, not Andhra Pradesh, was identified as the State recognised for its implementation of rooftop solar initiatives under the scheme.
Q3. India conducted its first bilateral tri-service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, ‘Rahat Mitra’, in November 2026 with which country?
A. Bangladesh
B. Myanmar
C. Sri Lanka
D. Thailand
Show Answer
Answer: B. Myanmar
Explanation: India and Myanmar conducted their first bilateral tri-service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, ‘Rahat Mitra’, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, from 5 to 6 November 2026. The exercise was coordinated by the Indian Navy under the theme “Together for Humanity, Stronger Through Partnership”.
Q4. National Entrepreneurship Day is observed in India on which date every year?
A. 8 November
B. 9 November
C. 10 November
D. 11 November
Show Answer
Answer: B. 9 November
Explanation: National Entrepreneurship Day is observed annually on 9 November to commemorate the establishment of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship on 9 November 2014. The day recognises the contribution of entrepreneurship to innovation, employment generation and economic development.
Q5. With reference to Anuj Shrivatri, who was recently in the news, consider the following statements:
1. Anuj Shrivatri became India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster in November 2026.
2. He also became the first Chess Grandmaster from Madhya Pradesh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Show Answer
Answer: C. Both 1 and 2
Explanation: Both statements are correct. Anuj Shrivatri became India’s 100th Chess Grandmaster on 8 November 2026 after winning the 7th ASEAN+ Individual Open Chess Championship in Ozamiz City, Philippines. The 22-year-old chess player, hailing from Katni in Madhya Pradesh, also became the first Grandmaster from his State. Viswanathan Anand was India’s first Chess Grandmaster in 1988.
Q6. Which country recently witnessed a political crisis that led to the impeachment of President Santiago Peña following the collapse of Ueno Bank in November 2026?
A. Uruguay
B. Paraguay
C. Bolivia
D. Ecuador
Show Answer
Answer: B. Paraguay
Explanation: According to the supplied report, Paraguay experienced a political and financial crisis in November 2026 following the collapse of Ueno Bank. President Santiago Peña was removed through impeachment proceedings, and Vice-President Pedro Alliana assumed the presidency. Paraguay is a landlocked country in South America, and its capital is Asunción.
Q7. With reference to the Access Equality Index (AEI) 2026, consider the following statements:
1. Andhra Pradesh secured second position among 28 States, while Goa topped the index.
2. Andhra Pradesh ranked first in the socio-economic security dimension of the index.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Show Answer
Answer: C. Both 1 and 2
Explanation: Both statements are correct. According to the Access Equality Index 2026, released by the Centre for New Economic Studies (CNES) at O.P. Jindal Global University, Goa ranked first with a score of 0.68, followed by Andhra Pradesh with 0.66.
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