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National News

Andhra Pradesh tops India’s Ease of Vehicle Ownership Index 2026

• Andhra Pradesh has emerged as the leading state in India’s first Ease of Vehicle Ownership Index (EVOI) 2026, scoring 5.91 out of 10. Kerala ranked second with 5.74, while Uttar Pradesh finished last with 2.47.
• org and Consumer VOICE jointly released the index to assess how easily citizens and dealers can buy, sell and transfer pre-owned vehicles across 15 states and Union Territories. No state scored above 6.0, highlighting widespread administrative challenges. The states covered account for more than 85 per cent of India’s organised used-car market.
• The index evaluates six areas, including policy and regulation, digital infrastructure, process efficiency, transparency, dealer support, and cost and affordability.

International News

India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bangladesh Launch BOB-NOR for Climate-Resilient Fisheries

• In November 2026, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and the Maldives launched the Bay of Bengal Network of Ocean Researchers for Fisheries (BOB-NOR).
• This regional research network aims to bolster climate-resilient fisheries in the Bay of Bengal by integrating oceanographic observations, climate information, and fisheries data.
• The initiative was announced at an international meeting in Kochi, Kerala, hosted by ICAR-CMFRI.

Banking & Financial

Adani Ports to Acquire 100% Stake in Netherlands-Based Evos for USD 2.88 Billion

• Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) is set to acquire a 100 percent stake in Netherlands-based liquid storage operator Evos B.V. from Igneo Infrastructure Partners for an enterprise value of $2.88 billion (around Rs 27,200 crore).
• Evos is Europe’s second-largest independent liquid storage operator, with a storage capacity of 6.3 million cubic metres across eight port-based terminals in the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Belgium and Malta.
• terminals are located in some of Europe’s key energy and industrial hubs, including the Amsterdam-Rotterdam-Antwerp (ARA) region, Hamburg and the Mediterranean.

Appointment

PV Sindhu Elected IOA Athletes’ Commission Chairperson; Harmanpreet Singh Named Vice-Chairperson for 2026–2030

• Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu has been elected as the Chairperson, and Indian men’s hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh has been elected as the Vice-Chairperson of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) Athletes’ Commission for the 2026–2030 term.
• Both Sindhu and Harmanpreet were elected unopposed after no other candidates filed nominations, succeeding the previous panel headed by MC Mary Kom.
• As Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson, Sindhu and Harmanpreet will join the IOA Executive Council following the IOA elections scheduled for December 5, 2026.
• Weightlifter Mirabai Chanu and swimmer Sajan Prakash were also elected unopposed as athlete representatives to the IOA General Body (with voting rights for the upcoming polls).
• The full Athletes’ Commission consists of 10 members (5 men and 5 women), alongside ex-officio members like winter Olympian Shiva Keshavan and shooter Rajeshwari Kumari.

Noel Tata Retires as Tata Investment Corporation Chairman; Bahram Vakil Takes Over

• Noel N. Tata has retired as Chairman and Director of Tata Investment Corporation with effect from the close of business on November 11, 2026. The company has appointed Bahram Vakil as its new Chairman from November 12 and named Noel Tata Chairman Emeritus in recognition of his contribution.
• Tata Investment Corporation Limited is part of the Tata Group. Noel Tata served on its board for more than 22 years and led the company as Chairman for over 16 years. The company’s governance guidelines cover board composition, committee structures and director retirement requirements.

Defence

IMNEX 2026 India Myanmar naval exercise begins in Visakhapatnam

• The 8th edition of the India–Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26) is being conducted at Visakhapatnam from Nov 10 to 14, 2026.
• Myanmar Navy Ship UMS King Sin Phyu Shin arrived at Visakhapatnam on Nov 10, 2026 to participate in the exercise alongside INS Rana and INS Sumedha.
• The Opening Ceremony was held onboard INS Rana on Nov 10, 2026, marking the commencement of the bilateral exercise.
• Aim: To exchange professional naval expertise, deepen mutual understanding, develop operational synergy, and uphold a secure, stable, and rules-based maritime environment across the Bay of Bengal and the wider Indian Ocean Region.

List of Bilateral Exercises (2026)

• Yudh Abhyas 2026 (India–US): Conducted in Rajasthan and Uttarakhand
• IMBAX 2026 (India–Myanmar): at Umroi, Meghalaya
• MAITREE-XV (India–Thailand): at Surat Thani, Thailand
• Exercise Dharma Guardian (India–Japan): Hosted at Chaubattia, Uttarakhand
  ‘Samudra Laksamana’ (India-Malaysia Maritime Exercise): held in Lumut, Malaysia
• SLINEX (Sri Lanka-India Naval Exercise): at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
• Nomadic Elephant (India-Mongolia Exercise): at Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
• VARUNA Naval Exercise (India-France): at Toulon Naval Base, France
• Exercise KAZIND-2026 (India-Kazakhstan): at Oskemen, Kazakhstan
• INDRA 2026 (India-Russia Naval Exercise): at Vladivostok in Russia
• KONKAN-26 (India-UK Maritime Exercise): Plymouth in the United Kingdom
• AUSTRAHIND 2026 (India and Australia): At Thiruvananthapuram, India
• SIMBEX-2026 (India-Singapore Maritime): at Visakhapatnam
• Garuda Shakti 2026(India–Indonesia): at Banyuwangi, Indonesia
• ‘Exercise Tiger Triumph’ 2026 (India-USA): at Visakhapatnam
• ‘RAHAT MITRA’,2026 (India and Myanmar): At Chennai

India and Oman Conduct 15th Naseem Al Bahr Naval Exercise in Muscat

• The Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman successfully conducted the 15th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise Naseem Al Bahr, also known as Sea Breeze, further strengthening maritime cooperation and operational coordination between the two countries.
• The exercise focused on enhancing interoperability, exchanging professional expertise and improving mutual understanding through specialised training activities and coordinated naval operations.
• Indian Naval Ship INS Surat and Royal Navy of Oman vessel Al-Mu’azzar participated in the sea phase, conducting joint maritime activities aimed at improving coordination and operational effectiveness.

Sports

Lando Norris Won Brazilian Grand Prix 2026

• Lando Norris wins the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix (São Paulo Grand Prix) for McLaren at the Autódromo José Carlos Pace, Interlagos, Brazil.
• Max Verstappen secured second position and Redbull’s Isack Hadjar secured third position.

2026 F1 Grand Prix Winner

• Austrian Grand Prix – George Russell (Britian)
• Barcelona-Catalunya Prix – Ferrari’ s Lewis Hamilton (Britain)
• Monaco Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Canadian Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Miami Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Japanese Grand Prix – Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• British Grand Prix: Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) (Monaco)

• Dutch Grand Prix : Lando Norris (McLaren) (British)

• Italian Grand Prix: Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Bahrain Grand Prix:  Red Bull’s Max Verstappen (Dutch-Belgian)
• Singapore Grand Prix: Red Bull’s Max Verstappen (Dutch-Belgian)
• US Grand Prix: Mercedes’s Kimi Antonelli (Italy)
• Mexico City Grand Prix: Red Bull’s Max Verstappen (Dutch-Belgian)

Obituary

Padma Shri Awardee and Sitar Maestro Pandit Manilal Nag Passed Away

• Renowned sitar maestro and Padma Shri awardee Pandit Manilal Nag passed away at the age of 87 on November 9, 2026.
• Known for his Dhrupad-infused style, he debuted in 1953, became an AIR “A Grade” artist in 1954, toured globally (including the 1998 Bath Music Festival), and mentored over 1,000 students, including a tenure at the ITC Sangeet Research Academy.
• His accolades include the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (2001), Banga Bibhushan (2015), and the Padma Shri in 2020, among other state and cultural honors.

Important Days

14 November 2026-Children’s Day

• Children’s Day (also known as Bal Diwas) is celebrated across India annually on November 14. In 2026, the occasion fell November 14, 2026.
• The date marks the birth anniversary of India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, who was born on November 14, 1889.
• Theme 2026: “My day, my rights, my future”

13 November 2026-World Kindness Day

• World Kindness Day 2026 was observed on November 13, 2026. Introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement, a coalition of international NGOs formed during a conference in Tokyo in 1997.
• To highlight and encourage small and large acts of kindness, empathy, and compassion in daily life, schools, workplaces, and communities globally.