Weekly Current Affairs (November 2026 – Week 1) – Exam Revision Notes
1) International Current Affairs
108 Buddhist Stupas Built in Nine Hours at Gelephu
Bhutan constructed 108 Buddhist stupas, known as Jangchub Chortens, in just nine hours under Project 108 at Gelephu. King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck dedicated Chorten No. 76 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi in recognition of India’s support for the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) project.
2) National Current Affairs
Government Amends Motor Vehicle Rules to Permit E100 Ethanol Fuel
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) amended the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, to permit fuels with up to 100% ethanol (E100) in compatible vehicles, facilitating flex-fuel vehicles that run on petrol, ethanol blends or pure ethanol. E100 is included alongside E85 under Rule 115 (emission standards). E85 and E100 can be used only in OEM-designed flex-fuel vehicles; existing vehicles need not switch or be modified.
Sikkim’s Soreng District Becomes India’s First Notified Organic Fisheries Cluster
Soreng district, Sikkim, is India’s first notified organic fisheries cluster under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). It promotes fish farming without harmful chemicals, antibiotics and pesticides, focusing on Amur carp, Indian major carps (IMC) and trout, building on Sikkim’s organic farming ecosystem. Under PMMSY, 34 fish production and processing clusters have been notified, including organic clusters in Sikkim and Meghalaya. New projects worth ₹3.75 crore in Sikkim include hatcheries, feed mills and cold storage.
Khet Bachao Abhiyaan – Rabi 2026
The Government is implementing Khet Bachao Abhiyaan (KBA) – Rabi 2026, a nationwide campaign from 22 October to 30 November 2026 under the theme “Healthy Earth, Prosperous Farmers”, to improve soil health and promote balanced fertiliser use. It covers 34 States/UTs, 700+ districts and 50,000 villages, targeting about 50 lakh farmers, and prioritises 100 districts with high fertiliser consumption.
‘Suvikalp’ Digital Tool for Repurposing Closed and Abandoned Mines
The Coal Controller’s Organisation (CCO) under the Ministry of Coal developed ‘Suvikalp – Mine Repurposing Tool’, a digital decision-support platform to turn closed and abandoned coal and lignite mines into productive assets. It evaluates geology, environment, infrastructure, financial feasibility and socio-economic needs.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Methodology | Multi-Criteria Decision-Making (MCDM) based on TOPSIS (Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution) |
| PRISM | Post-Mining Repurposing Implementation Strategic Model — planning, investment assessment, DPRs, coordination and monitoring |
3) Andhra Pradesh Current Affairs
Historical Heritage of Andhra Pradesh
Udayagiri Fort and Chandavaram Buddhist Site are two important heritage sites of Andhra Pradesh.
| Site | Key Facts |
|---|---|
| Udayagiri Fort | In Sri Potti Sriramulu Nellore district; associated with Langula Gajapati of the Gajapati dynasty (Kalinga), 14th century | Gained importance under Sri Krishnadevaraya (1509–1529 CE) of the Vijayanagara Tuluva dynasty | His siege against Prataparudra Gajapati lasted about 18 months before Vijayanagara took the fort |
| Chandavaram Buddhist Site | In the Prakasam region; known for its MahaStupa | Resembles the Dharmarajika Stupa at Taxila, Pakistan | Limestone sculptural panels of Buddhist symbols and narratives |
Integrated Clean Energy (ICE) Policy 4.0 (2024–29)
AP is expanding EV charging infrastructure under the Integrated Clean Energy (ICE) Policy 4.0 (2024–29), especially along highways. According to NREDCAP, the State aims for 5,000 public EV charging stations by 2029–30; 1,090 charging points have been approved and about 1,011 installed.
Cyclone Murasu
Cyclone Murasu, a severe cyclonic storm over the Bay of Bengal, affected coastal Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu in November 2026 with heavy rain and strong winds. The name was suggested by the Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC), Chennai, India; Murasu is a Tamil word for a traditional drum used for public announcements and ceremonies.
Andhra Pradesh Makes 360-Hour Internships Mandatory for Undergraduate Students
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) introduced a mandatory 360-hour, semester-long internship carrying 12 credits for UG students in all State universities and affiliated colleges, effective 16 November 2026. It follows NEP 2020, UGC guidelines, CCFUP and the National Credit Framework (NCrF).
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Effective date | 16 November 2026 |
| Duration | 360 hours |
| Academic credits | 12 |
| Three-year UG programmes | 6th semester |
| Four-year UG programmes | 8th semester |
| Registration platform | Institute-Industry Connect (IIC) portal |
| Preference | Stipend-based internships |
4) Polity & Governance
National Social Security Board for Unorganised, Gig and Platform Workers
The Ministry of Labour and Employment notified the constitution of the National Social Security Board for Unorganised Workers, Gig Workers and Platform Workers under the Code on Social Security, 2020. It is a statutory body, chaired by the Union Labour Minister, with representatives of Central and State Governments, aggregators, employers, trade unions, civil society and gig/platform workers’ organisations. It must meet at least three times a year.
| Function | Details |
|---|---|
| Welfare schemes | Recommend social security schemes for unorganised, gig and platform workers |
| Policy advice | Advise the Centre on matters under the Code |
| Monitoring | Monitor centrally administered welfare schemes |
| Record keeping | Review State-level record-keeping |
| Financial oversight | Review expenditure from the social security fund |
Legislative Councils in India
Elections to 28 Legislative Council seats in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra and Karnataka in October 2026 renewed attention on State Legislative Councils. A Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad) is the Upper House of a State Legislature and a revising chamber. Six States are bicameral: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
| Article | Provision |
|---|---|
| Article 168 | Constitution of State Legislatures, incl. Legislative Councils |
| Article 169 | Creation or abolition of Councils by Parliament |
| Article 171 | Composition of Legislative Councils |
| Article 172 | Duration of State Legislatures and tenure of Council members |
| Article / Schedule | Provision |
|---|---|
| Article 243Q | Constitution of Municipalities |
| Article 243W | Powers, authority and responsibilities of Municipalities |
| Article 243ZD | District Planning Committees |
| Article 243ZE | Metropolitan Planning Committees |
| Twelfth Schedule | 18 functions of municipal governance |
5) Economy
India’s Social Security Coverage Expands to 68.4% in 2026
India’s social security coverage was projected to rise from 19% (2015) to 68.4% (2026), per a Ministry of Labour and Employment report of 31 October 2026, bringing 100 crore+ people under the framework. EPFO is a statutory body under the Ministry providing provident fund, pension and insurance benefits. In September 2026, the EPFO wage ceiling for mandatory coverage was raised from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000, expected to add 51 lakh+ employees.
| Scheme / Measure | Key Facts |
|---|---|
| VISHWAS 2026 | EPFO one-time settlement of disputes on damages and penalties |
| Amnesty 2026 | EPFO scheme to regularise unexempted PF trusts; applications till 28 December 2026 |
| e-Shram | Launched August 2021; 31.89 crore registrations by August 2026; One-Stop Solution (October 2024) integrates 15 schemes |
| PM-SYM | Pension of ₹3,000/month after 60; voluntary, contributory; ages 18–40, income up to ₹15,000/month |
| Code on Social Security, 2020 | Consolidated nine central labour laws; covers gig and platform workers |
Urbanisation in India
India’s upcoming Census 2027 will continue using Census 2011 urban criteria, raising concerns about underestimating urban population. A World Resources Institute (WRI) India analysis calls for a National Urbanisation Policy.
| Initiative | Detail |
|---|---|
| Union Budget 2026 | ₹5,000 crore each to City Economic Regions |
| 16th Finance Commission | Share of local grants for ULBs raised to 45% |
| Urbanisation Premium | ₹10,000-crore incentive proposed by the 16th FC to integrate peri-urban villages |
| Economic Survey 2026 | Satellite estimates of 63% urbanisation in 2015 |
6) Science & Technology
ISRO Successfully Launches NVS-03 Satellite Using GSLV-F18
ISRO launched the NVS-03 navigation satellite aboard GSLV-F18 from the second launch pad, Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh, on 30 October 2026, placing it in Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) about 18 minutes after launch. NVS-03 carries an indigenous atomic clock and should help restore NavIC — the last working atomic clock on IRNSS-1F stopped on 13 March 2026, and NVS-02 could not reach its operational orbit.
Pranos Fusion Develops PRAGYA Tokamak for India’s Private Nuclear Fusion Reactor
Pranos Fusion, a Bengaluru startup, developed PRAGYA, a compact tokamak to test plasma control and superconducting magnets, and aims to finalise the design of PRANIK, a larger fusion reactor, by 2027. Commercial fusion electricity remains a longer-term goal. A tokamak is a doughnut-shaped device using magnetic fields to confine plasma at around 100 million °C.
| Nuclear Fusion | Nuclear Fission |
|---|---|
| Combines light nuclei | Splits heavy nuclei |
| Fuel: deuterium and tritium (hydrogen isotopes) | Fuel: commonly uranium |
| Produces helium and a high-energy neutron (D–T) | Produces smaller nuclei, neutrons and energy |
| Needs extreme temperature and plasma confinement | Sustains a controlled chain reaction |
Pumped Storage Projects
India is accelerating Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs) — “water batteries” using two reservoirs at different heights — to integrate renewables and stabilise the grid. A PIB backgrounder of 2 November 2026 outlined a roadmap to reach about 105.56 GW by 2035–36. The southern region has 97.76 GW potential, with Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Tamil Nadu among major contributors.
| Rank | Country | Installed Capacity (End of 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | ~66 GW |
| 2 | Japan | ~22 GW |
| 3 | United States | ~19 GW |
| 4 | India | 7.18 GW |
IndiaAI Mission Unveils Indigenous AI Foundation Models EKA-1 and Dheer
The IndiaAI Mission under MeitY unveiled two indigenous AI foundation model families on 3 November 2026 in New Delhi.
| Model | Detail |
|---|---|
| EKA-1 | Supports all 22 Scheduled Indian Languages — Socket Labs Technology |
| Dheer 2B and Dheer 5B | Multilingual models — GentiQ AITech Innovations |
NITI Aayog and TEXMiN Sign Agreement to Strengthen India’s Critical Minerals Sector
NITI Aayog and TEXMiN (Technology Translation Research Park) at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad signed a joint Letter of Intent (LoI) to strengthen research, innovation and indigenous technology in critical and strategic minerals. TEXMiN is a Department of Science and Technology (DST) initiative.
Green Firecrackers
The Supreme Court permitted green firecrackers in New Delhi for two days during Deepavali. Developed by CSIR-NEERI, they produce either 30% less particulate matter, or 20% less PM and 10% less gaseous emissions, than conventional crackers. They can be used in sparklers and flowerpots.
| Type | Full Form | Special Feature |
|---|---|---|
| SWAS | Safe Water Releaser | Releases water to suppress particulate matter |
| STAR | Safe Thermite Cracker | Thermite-based composition for efficient combustion |
| SAFAL | Safe Minimal Aluminium | Less aluminium to reduce emissions |
7) Environment
Cockscomb Flower (Celosia cristata): Kashmir’s Natural Food Colouring
The cockscomb flower (Celosia cristata), called Mawal when dried, is cultivated in the Kashmir Valley and used as a natural food colouring in Kashmiri cuisine, especially the multi-course feast Wazwan, prepared by chefs called Wazas. Its velvety, crimson, fan-shaped crest resembles a rooster’s comb; dried petals steeped in hot water give a ruby-red colour to gravies.
8) Defence
Indian Navy’s Project 18A: ₹80,000 Crore Next-Generation Destroyer Programme
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Rajnath Singh, gave in-principle approval to the Navy’s Project 18A, a proposed ₹80,000 crore programme for next-generation stealth guided-missile destroyers, more advanced than the Visakhapatnam-class.
| Destroyer Class | Project |
|---|---|
| Visakhapatnam-class | Project 15B |
| Kolkata-class | Project 15A |
| Delhi-class | Project 15 |
First BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise
The first BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise was held from 30 October to 3 November 2026, bringing together all seven BIMSTEC members — Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand — to enhance maritime security and coordination in the Bay of Bengal.
INS Sudarshini Completes 10-Month Transoceanic Expedition ‘Lokayan-26’
Sail Training Ship INS Sudarshini completed its 10-month expedition ‘Lokayan-26’ and returned to Kochi on 2 November 2026, covering 22,000+ nautical miles. Starting on 20 January 2026, it visited 17 ports in 11 countries across Asia, Europe, Africa and North America and crossed the Atlantic twice.
India-US Tri-Service Exercise ‘Tiger Triumph 2026’
The 5th edition of the India–US tri-service exercise ‘Tiger Triumph 2026’ began at the Maritime Warfare Centre, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on 2 November 2026, focusing on Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR).
9) Schemes
Fast Track Special Courts Scheme
The Union Cabinet approved continuation of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Fast Track Special Courts (FTSCs), including Special POCSO Courts, for five years (1 April 2026 – 31 March 2031). It aims to expand FTSCs from 779 to 850 for speedy trials of rape and POCSO Act, 2012 cases. Each FTSC has a Judicial Officer, a Special Public Prosecutor and six support staff; it also encourages Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centres (VWDCs).
| Key Detail | Fact |
|---|---|
| Total outlay | ₹3,788.04 crore — Centre ₹2,353.15 crore, States/UTs ₹1,434.89 crore |
| Central funding | Nirbhaya Fund |
| Launched | 2 October 2019, after the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2018 and SC directions of 25 July 2019 |
VISTAR Scheme
The Union Cabinet approved the VISTAR Scheme (Develop India Initiative – Statistical Transformation, Analysis and Research) for FY 2026–27 to 2030–31 with an outlay of ₹4,371.10 crore, implemented by MoSPI to modernise official statistics through digital transformation and AI.
| Component | Key Objective |
|---|---|
| Comprehensive Statistical Operations and Ecosystem Strengthening | Expand national surveys; AI-based processing |
| Statistical Strengthening Support | Assistance to States and UTs |
| Economic Census | Conduct the 8th Economic Census of non-agricultural establishments |
10) Awards & Honours
Nirmala Lakshman Wins Sharjah Award for Best International Non-Fiction Book
Nirmala Lakshman, author, journalist and Director of The Hindu Group, won the Sharjah Award for the Best International Non-Fiction Book for “The Tamils: A Portrait of a Community”.
11) Ranks & Reports
World Bank Reports Sharp Decline in Poverty in India Between 2011 and 2023
The World Bank’s October 2026 Poverty and Equity Brief for India said extreme poverty fell from 27.1% (2011) to 2.6% (2023). At the $4.20/day lower-middle-income line, poverty fell from 57.7% to 16.1%, lifting about 496 million people above it.
| Indicator | Findings |
|---|---|
| Extreme poverty ($3.00/day) | 27.1% → 2.6% (2011–2023) |
| Poverty at $4.20/day | 57.7% → 16.1% |
| Multidimensional poverty (OPHI MPI) | 53.8% (2005–06) → 16.4% (2019–21) |
| World Bank MPI measure | 15.5% in 2022–23 |
| Employment growth | ~134 million more employed (2017–2023) |
| Wage disparity | Top 10% median earnings ~13 times the bottom 10% (2023) |
Annual Survey of Industries (ASI) 2024–25
MoSPI released detailed ASI 2024–25 results on 4 November 2026 (April 2024–March 2025). The manufacturing corporate sector — over 89% of manufacturing GVA — recorded 9.28% GVA growth, 3.45% growth in operational factories and 7.57% growth in employment; NVA per factory rose 6.59%.
| Rank | State | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maharashtra | Top five together: more than 54% of registered manufacturing GVA |
| 2 | Gujarat | |
| 3 | Tamil Nadu | |
| 4 | Karnataka | |
| 5 | Uttar Pradesh |
World Bank’s Poverty and Equity Brief Report 2026
About 49.6 crore people moved out of extreme poverty between 2011 and 2023, but India’s Prosperity Gap is 4.9, showing consumption must rise substantially to reach the World Bank’s prosperity benchmark of $28 per person per day (2021 PPP). About 63.9% of the population lies between $4.20 and $8.30 a day — escaped extreme poverty but still vulnerable.
| Poverty Threshold (2021 PPP) | Population Below (2023) |
|---|---|
| $3.00/day – Extreme poverty | 2.6% |
| $4.20/day – Lower-middle-income line | 16.1% |
| $8.30/day – Upper-middle-income line | 80.0% |
12) Committees & Conferences
Committee on Banking for a Developed India
The Government constituted a High-Level Committee on Banking for a Developed India under Suresh N. Patel (former Central Vigilance Commissioner) to recommend structural, regulatory and legislative reforms for a globally competitive banking system in line with Viksit Bharat 2047. It was announced by Nirmala Sitharaman in the Union Budget 2026–27 speech.
First International Maize Conference 2026 Held in Hyderabad
The first International Maize Conference 2026 was held from 2 to 4 November 2026 at the JD Convention Centre, Hyderabad, under the theme “Maize Revolution for Food, Feed, Fodder, Fuel and Sustainability in a Changing World” (M4FS). It proposed expanding the 4F approach (Food, Feed, Fodder, Fuel) into 5F by adding Farmers.
13) Person in News
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
India celebrated Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) on 31 October 2026, the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister.
| Key Point | Fact |
|---|---|
| National Unity Day | Introduced in 2014; Run for Unity, unity pledges |
| Iron Man of India | Integrated 560+ princely States; Home Minister 1947–1950 |
| 150th birth anniversary | 31 October 2025 |
| Statue of Unity | 182 m, near Sardar Sarovar Dam on the Narmada, Gujarat; inaugurated 31 October 2018; world’s tallest statue |
14) Important Days
Foundation Day of Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu – 1 November 2026
1 November marks the Foundation Day of Haryana, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, commemorating their formation or reorganisation as Indian States.
World Tsunami Awareness Day – 05 November
World Tsunami Awareness Day 2026 was observed on 5 November with the theme “Be Tsunami Ready: Resilience Starts With You”. The UNGA designated the day in December 2015 through Resolution 70/203; it has been observed since 2016.
15) Sports
Manisha Bhanwala Becomes India’s First Female Senior World Wrestling Champion
Manisha Bhanwala, 29, from Jind district, Haryana, became India’s first female senior world wrestling champion, winning gold in the women’s 59 kg freestyle at the 2026 World Wrestling Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan.
P.V. Sindhu and Lakshya Sen Win Singles Titles at Hylo Open 2026
P.V. Sindhu and Lakshya Sen won the women’s and men’s singles titles at the Hylo Open 2026, a BWF World Tour Super 500 tournament in Saarbrücken, Germany.
16) Miscellaneous
Udyami Mitra and Udyam Prabha Magazines
Udyami Mitra and Udyam Prabha are magazines linked to the Ministry of MSME: the Ministry publishes Udyami Mitra, while the National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) publishes Udyam Prabha.
Quick Revision Table
| Topic | One-Line Summary |
|---|---|
| Gelephu Stupas | Bhutan built 108 Jangchub Chortens in nine hours under Project 108 at Gelephu, near Assam’s Chirang district, and the King dedicated Chorten No. 76 to PM Modi for India’s support to Gelephu Mindfulness City. |
| E100 Ethanol | MoRTH amended Rule 115 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 to allow E100 alongside E85, usable only in OEM-designed flex-fuel vehicles. |
| Soreng Organic Fisheries | Sikkim’s Soreng became India’s first notified organic fisheries cluster under PMMSY, which has notified 34 fish clusters in all. |
| Khet Bachao Abhiyaan | Khet Bachao Abhiyaan – Rabi 2026 (22 October–30 November) on the theme “Healthy Earth, Prosperous Farmers” covers 34 States/UTs and 50 lakh farmers and promotes the 4R fertiliser principle. |
| Udayagiri & Chandavaram | Udayagiri Fort (Nellore) fell to Krishnadevaraya after an 18-month siege against Prataparudra Gajapati, while the Chandavaram MahaStupa (Prakasam) resembles Taxila’s Dharmarajika Stupa. |
| ICE Policy 4.0 | Under AP’s ICE Policy 4.0 (2024–29), NREDCAP targets 5,000 public EV charging stations by 2029–30, with ₹50 crore each for five model e-mobility cities. |
| APSCHE Internship | APSCHE made a 360-hour, 12-credit internship mandatory for UG students from 16 November 2026 (6th semester for 3-year, 8th for 4-year courses) via the IIC portal. |
| Social Security Board | The National Social Security Board for unorganised, gig and platform workers, a statutory body under the Code on Social Security, 2020, is chaired by the Union Labour Minister and meets at least three times a year. |
| Legislative Councils | Six States have Legislative Councils, created or abolished by Parliament under Article 169, which can delay ordinary Bills by up to four months; AP’s Council was abolished in 1985 and revived in 2007. |
| Social Security Coverage | India’s social security coverage rose from 19% (2015) to 68.4% (2026), and the EPFO wage ceiling was raised from ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 in September 2026. |
| Census Town Criteria | Census 2027 retains 2011 urban criteria — population of 5,000, density of 400 per sq. km and 75% of male main workers in non-farm work. |
| NVS-03 Launch | ISRO’s GSLV-F18 launched NVS-03 with an indigenous atomic clock from Sriharikota on 30 October 2026 to restore NavIC, which covers India and 1,500 km beyond. |
| PRAGYA Tokamak | Bengaluru’s Pranos Fusion built the PRAGYA tokamak and plans to finalise its PRANIK fusion reactor design by 2027. |
| Pumped Storage | India plans about 105.56 GW of pumped storage by 2035–36, ranks fourth globally with 7.18 GW installed, and the southern region (including AP) has 97.76 GW potential. |
| EKA-1 & Dheer | The IndiaAI Mission unveiled EKA-1 (all 22 Scheduled languages) and Dheer 2B/5B AI models on 3 November 2026. |
| Green Firecrackers | CSIR-NEERI’s green firecrackers (SWAS, STAR, SAFAL) cut particulate matter by 30%, or PM by 20% and gases by 10%. |
| Project 18A | The DAC gave in-principle approval to the Navy’s ₹80,000 crore Project 18A for next-generation destroyers, succeeding the Visakhapatnam-class (Project 15B). |
| Defence Exercises | The first BIMSTEC Maritime Security Exercise ran from 30 October to 3 November 2026, and the 5th India–US Tiger Triumph began at Visakhapatnam on 2 November 2026. |
| Fast Track Special Courts | The FTSC scheme (launched 2 October 2019) was extended to 31 March 2031 with ₹3,788.04 crore from the Nirbhaya Fund and States, raising courts from 779 to 850. |
| VISTAR Scheme | MoSPI’s ₹4,371.10 crore VISTAR scheme (2026–27 to 2030–31) includes conducting the 8th Economic Census. |
| World Bank Poverty Brief | The World Bank’s October 2026 brief showed India’s extreme poverty falling from 27.1% (2011) to 2.6% (2023), with about 49.6 crore people moving out, while the Prosperity Gap stands at 4.9. |
| ASI 2024–25 | ASI 2024–25 showed 9.28% GVA growth in the manufacturing corporate sector, with Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and UP contributing over 54% of GVA. |
| Sardar Patel | National Unity Day (31 October, since 2014) honours Sardar Patel, who integrated 560+ princely States; the 182-m Statue of Unity was inaugurated on 31 October 2018. |
| Manisha Bhanwala | Manisha Bhanwala of Jind, Haryana became India’s first female senior world wrestling champion (59 kg freestyle) at Astana, Kazakhstan. |
