UPSC Current Affairs 2 November 2025

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

‘Households piling on debt faster than creating assets’, Pg1

RBI data reveals Indian households' debt surging 102% since 2019-20, outpacing asset growth; mutual funds gain popularity.

GS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment

‘Households piling on debt faster than creating assets’, Pg1

RBI data reveals Indian households' debt surging 102% since 2019-20, outpacing asset growth; mutual funds gain popularity.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

‘Cloud seeding tried despite IMD’s no clouds alert’, Pg1

IIT Kanpur's cloud seeding experiment fails in Delhi despite IMD's warning about insufficient cloud cover for artificial rain.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

‘Cloud seeding tried despite IMD’s no clouds alert’, Pg1

IIT Kanpur's cloud seeding experiment fails in Delhi despite IMD's warning about insufficient cloud cover for artificial rain.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Foundation stone laid for semiconductor unit in Odisha, Pg8

Odisha witnesses ₹2,067 crore investment in silicon carbide semiconductor plant under India Semiconductor Mission, generating 1,000 jobs by 2027-28.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.

Foundation stone laid for semiconductor unit in Odisha, Pg8

Odisha witnesses ₹2,067 crore investment in silicon carbide semiconductor plant under India Semiconductor Mission, generating 1,000 jobs by 2027-28.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

IIT Kanpur tried cloud seeding despite ‘no clouds’ alert, Pg 8.

The article reports on IIT Kanpur’s recent cloud seeding experiment conducted over Delhi to combat air pollution, despite the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning that cloud conditions were inadequate. The experiment failed twice, raising questions about scientific coordination and efficacy.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Disaster and Disaster ManagementGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

IIT Kanpur tried cloud seeding despite ‘no clouds’ alert, Pg 8.

The article reports on IIT Kanpur’s recent cloud seeding experiment conducted over Delhi to combat air pollution, despite the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning that cloud conditions were inadequate. The experiment failed twice, raising questions about scientific coordination and efficacy.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Indian Society and Diversity of India

With over 4 lakh abstaining from caste census, secondary data to be used for analysis, Pg 8.

The article reports on the conclusion of Karnataka’s Social and Educational Survey 2025 (caste census), highlighting that over four lakh people abstained from participation. The Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes plans to use secondary data sources to fill gaps in the survey.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: Social JusticeGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 1: Indian Society and Diversity of India

With over 4 lakh abstaining from caste census, secondary data to be used for analysis, Pg 8.

The article reports on the conclusion of Karnataka’s Social and Educational Survey 2025 (caste census), highlighting that over four lakh people abstained from participation. The Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes plans to use secondary data sources to fill gaps in the survey.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

Humans threaten Kilimanjaro more than climate, Pg10

Mount Kilimanjaro faces biodiversity threat from human activities, with 75% of native plant species lost since 1911.

GS 1: Indian GeographyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 1: Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna

Humans threaten Kilimanjaro more than climate, Pg10

Mount Kilimanjaro faces biodiversity threat from human activities, with 75% of native plant species lost since 1911.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 2: Health Sector

‘Activated’ gold nanoparticles may fight obesity, Pg10

Gold nanoparticles, activated by ultrasound, convert white fat to brown fat, reducing obesity and type 2 diabetes in mice.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: BiotechnologyGS 2: Health Sector

‘Activated’ gold nanoparticles may fight obesity, Pg10

Gold nanoparticles, activated by ultrasound, convert white fat to brown fat, reducing obesity and type 2 diabetes in mice.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Biotechnology

Discarded cigarette butts can foster superbugs, Pg10

Cigarette butts in urban parks found to foster drug-resistant bacteria, posing public health risks through antibiotic resistance gene transfer.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 3: Biotechnology

Discarded cigarette butts can foster superbugs, Pg10

Cigarette butts in urban parks found to foster drug-resistant bacteria, posing public health risks through antibiotic resistance gene transfer.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Strange spider web ‘decor’ revealed to boost prey detection, Pg10

Spider web 'decorations' enhance prey detection by manipulating vibrations, inspiring advanced engineering applications in acoustics and protective materials.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Strange spider web ‘decor’ revealed to boost prey detection, Pg10

Spider web 'decorations' enhance prey detection by manipulating vibrations, inspiring advanced engineering applications in acoustics and protective materials.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Health Sector

Plant-based foods reduce the burden of cancer, diabetes, Pg10

Plant-based diets linked to reduced cancer, cardiometabolic disease risk; Indian health crisis demands urgent action.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Health Sector

Plant-based foods reduce the burden of cancer, diabetes, Pg10

Plant-based diets linked to reduced cancer, cardiometabolic disease risk; Indian health crisis demands urgent action.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

How do scam hubs in Southeast Asia operate?, Pg 13.

The article discusses the rise of large-scale cyber scam centres in Southeast Asia, particularly in Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos. It examines how political instability, human trafficking, and organised crime have converged to create a regional crisis with global implications.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Linkages of Organized Crime with TerrorismGS 3: Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

How do scam hubs in Southeast Asia operate?, Pg 13.

The article discusses the rise of large-scale cyber scam centres in Southeast Asia, particularly in Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos. It examines how political instability, human trafficking, and organised crime have converged to create a regional crisis with global implications.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: IT and Computers

How is Australia setting standards on training AI?, Pg 13.

The article discusses Australia’s decision to reject proposals allowing unrestricted use of copyrighted material to train AI models. This move marks a significant policy moment amid global debates on the balance between innovation and creator rights.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: IT and Computers

How is Australia setting standards on training AI?, Pg 13.

The article discusses Australia’s decision to reject proposals allowing unrestricted use of copyrighted material to train AI models. This move marks a significant policy moment amid global debates on the balance between innovation and creator rights.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS 2: Education Sector

Between Funds and Ideology – PM SHRI, Pg 14.

The article examines Kerala’s recent decision to join the Union Government’s PM SHRI (Prime Minister’s Schools for Rising India) scheme after three years of resistance. The move triggered political controversy within the state’s Left Democratic Front (LDF) over ideological and administrative concerns.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Union State Relations and Federal StructureGS 2: Education Sector

Between Funds and Ideology – PM SHRI, Pg 14.

The article examines Kerala’s recent decision to join the Union Government’s PM SHRI (Prime Minister’s Schools for Rising India) scheme after three years of resistance. The move triggered political controversy within the state’s Left Democratic Front (LDF) over ideological and administrative concerns.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

With Maduro in his sights, Trump is building up troops in the Caribbean, Pg 15.

The article analyzes escalating U.S. military activity in the Caribbean under Donald Trump’s administration, directed at Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, accused of narco-trafficking and corruption. It reflects renewed U.S. interventionism in Latin America amidst shifting regional politics.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

With Maduro in his sights, Trump is building up troops in the Caribbean, Pg 15.

The article analyzes escalating U.S. military activity in the Caribbean under Donald Trump’s administration, directed at Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, accused of narco-trafficking and corruption. It reflects renewed U.S. interventionism in Latin America amidst shifting regional politics.

News Analysis

‘Households piling on debt faster than creating assets’, Pg1

‘Households piling on debt faster than creating assets’, Pg1

‘Cloud seeding tried despite IMD’s no clouds alert’, Pg1

‘Cloud seeding tried despite IMD’s no clouds alert’, Pg1

Foundation stone laid for semiconductor unit in Odisha, Pg8

Foundation stone laid for semiconductor unit in Odisha, Pg8

IIT Kanpur tried cloud seeding despite ‘no clouds’ alert, Pg 8.

IIT Kanpur tried cloud seeding despite ‘no clouds’ alert, Pg 8.

With over 4 lakh abstaining from caste census, secondary data to be used for analysis, Pg 8.

With over 4 lakh abstaining from caste census, secondary data to be used for analysis, Pg 8.

Humans threaten Kilimanjaro more than climate, Pg10

Humans threaten Kilimanjaro more than climate, Pg10

‘Activated’ gold nanoparticles may fight obesity, Pg10

‘Activated’ gold nanoparticles may fight obesity, Pg10

Discarded cigarette butts can foster superbugs, Pg10

Discarded cigarette butts can foster superbugs, Pg10

Strange spider web ‘decor’ revealed to boost prey detection, Pg10

Strange spider web ‘decor’ revealed to boost prey detection, Pg10

Plant-based foods reduce the burden of cancer, diabetes, Pg10

Plant-based foods reduce the burden of cancer, diabetes, Pg10

How do scam hubs in Southeast Asia operate?, Pg 13.

How do scam hubs in Southeast Asia operate?, Pg 13.

How is Australia setting standards on training AI?, Pg 13.

How is Australia setting standards on training AI?, Pg 13.

Between Funds and Ideology – PM SHRI, Pg 14.

Between Funds and Ideology – PM SHRI, Pg 14.

With Maduro in his sights, Trump is building up troops in the Caribbean, Pg 15.

With Maduro in his sights, Trump is building up troops in the Caribbean, Pg 15.

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