UPSC Current Affairs 6 November 2025

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Stubble-burning area in key Punjab districts 20% lower than last year, reveals satellite data, Pg1

Punjab witnesses 20% drop in stubble-burning area in key districts, satellite data reveals, offering hope for pollution control.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Farm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

Stubble-burning area in key Punjab districts 20% lower than last year, reveals satellite data, Pg1

Punjab witnesses 20% drop in stubble-burning area in key districts, satellite data reveals, offering hope for pollution control.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Centre’s governance guidelines for AI call for trust and safety, Pg1

Government releases AI Governance Guidelines promoting innovation with guardrails, emphasizing trust, safety, and a hands-off regulatory approach.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Centre’s governance guidelines for AI call for trust and safety, Pg1

Government releases AI Governance Guidelines promoting innovation with guardrails, emphasizing trust, safety, and a hands-off regulatory approach.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Clean up the voter list urgently, but not the Bihar way, Pg8

Article highlights voter list vulnerabilities, demanding urgent reforms, Aadhaar integration, and political party involvement for fair elections.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: E GovernanceGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

Clean up the voter list urgently, but not the Bihar way, Pg8

Article highlights voter list vulnerabilities, demanding urgent reforms, Aadhaar integration, and political party involvement for fair elections.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

In Brazil, COP30 and the moment of truth, Pg8

Brazil hosts Belém Summit, urges climate action ahead of COP30, emphasizing resource access, forest preservation, and global governance reform.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

In Brazil, COP30 and the moment of truth, Pg8

Brazil hosts Belém Summit, urges climate action ahead of COP30, emphasizing resource access, forest preservation, and global governance reform.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Health Sector

Death on the move, Pg8

India's roads claim over 400 lives daily due to infrastructural gaps, lax licensing, and inadequate trauma care.

Death on the move, Pg8

India's roads claim over 400 lives daily due to infrastructural gaps, lax licensing, and inadequate trauma care.

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

Data, dissent and uncertainty, Pg9

Karnataka's socio-economic survey faces resistance and legal challenges amidst caste dynamics and political opposition, raising concerns about social justice.

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

Data, dissent and uncertainty, Pg9

Karnataka's socio-economic survey faces resistance and legal challenges amidst caste dynamics and political opposition, raising concerns about social justice.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

The malleable Code of Conduct, Pg9

Article discusses the Model Code of Conduct's (MCC) limitations, violations, and debates surrounding its legal enforceability during elections.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Representation of the People's Act

The malleable Code of Conduct, Pg9

Article discusses the Model Code of Conduct's (MCC) limitations, violations, and debates surrounding its legal enforceability during elections.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

What constitutes as contempt of court in India?, Pg10

Analyzing contempt of court in India: Types, constitutional provisions, and limits on criticism impacting judicial authority and justice administration.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 2: PolityPrelimsGS 2: Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsGS 2: Structure and Functioning of Executive and Judiciary

What constitutes as contempt of court in India?, Pg10

Analyzing contempt of court in India: Types, constitutional provisions, and limits on criticism impacting judicial authority and justice administration.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Challenges facing the upcoming income survey, Pg10

India's first Household Income Survey 2026 faces challenges due to sensitive income questions and respondent reluctance, impacting data accuracy.

Challenges facing the upcoming income survey, Pg10

India's first Household Income Survey 2026 faces challenges due to sensitive income questions and respondent reluctance, impacting data accuracy.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: World HistoryGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Forgotten men: the story of two peacemakers and their ideas of the world, Pg11

Biographies highlight U Thant and K.M. Panikkar's forgotten contributions to internationalism and diplomacy during critical periods of global history.

GS 2: PolityGS 1: World HistoryGS 2: International RelationsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and ForaGS 2: India and its Neighbourhood Relations

Forgotten men: the story of two peacemakers and their ideas of the world, Pg11

Biographies highlight U Thant and K.M. Panikkar's forgotten contributions to internationalism and diplomacy during critical periods of global history.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Money Laundering and its Prevention

FATF releases updated asset recovery framework; India played a key role, says ED, Pg12

FATF releases updated asset recovery guidelines; India's ED played key role in shaping global standards against financial crimes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Money Laundering and its Prevention

FATF releases updated asset recovery framework; India played a key role, says ED, Pg12

FATF releases updated asset recovery guidelines; India's ED played key role in shaping global standards against financial crimes.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Education Sector

Chinese varsities dominate QS Asia rankings; India slips, Pg14

QS Asia Rankings 2026: China surpasses India in university representation, while Indian institutions decline in rankings despite increased participation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: Education Sector

Chinese varsities dominate QS Asia rankings; India slips, Pg14

QS Asia Rankings 2026: China surpasses India in university representation, while Indian institutions decline in rankings despite increased participation.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster Management

Police File Case in Bilaspur Train Crash, Pg 14.

A passenger train collided with a stationary goods train in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, leading to 11 deaths and several injuries. Police have registered a case of negligence while the Commissioner of Railway Safety has initiated an inquiry.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Disaster Management

Police File Case in Bilaspur Train Crash, Pg 14.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

China extends suspension of extra tariffs on U.S. goods, Pg16

China extends tariff suspension on U.S. goods for one year following Xi-Trump talks, easing trade tensions between the two nations.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

China extends suspension of extra tariffs on U.S. goods, Pg16

China extends tariff suspension on U.S. goods for one year following Xi-Trump talks, easing trade tensions between the two nations.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS 3: Space Technology

Clearest black hole merger signal yet allows probe of Hawking’s law, PgII

GW250114: Clearest gravitational wave signal detected, validates Hawking's black hole area theorem and Kerr's rotating black hole solution.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Science and Technology in Everyday LifeGS 3: Space Technology

Clearest black hole merger signal yet allows probe of Hawking’s law, PgII

GW250114: Clearest gravitational wave signal detected, validates Hawking's black hole area theorem and Kerr's rotating black hole solution.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 4: Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public FundsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

Corruption cloud: Skill Ministry blacklists 178 training partners, Pg1.

Skill Ministry blacklists 178 training partners under PMKVY for fraud, initiates recovery and legal action amid corruption allegations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 4: Challenges of Corruption and Utilization of Public FundsGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Vulnerable Sections

Corruption cloud: Skill Ministry blacklists 178 training partners, Pg1.

Skill Ministry blacklists 178 training partners under PMKVY for fraud, initiates recovery and legal action amid corruption allegations.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: E Governance

App helps police bust trafficking racket, 6 rescued, Pg3.

Delhi Police utilizes 'Say Help' app to bust human trafficking ring, rescuing six women in Paharganj, Delhi.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Social JusticeGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 2: E Governance

App helps police bust trafficking racket, 6 rescued, Pg3.

Delhi Police utilizes 'Say Help' app to bust human trafficking ring, rescuing six women in Paharganj, Delhi.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: E Governance

Starlink enters India, signs deal with Maharashtra, Pg9.

Maharashtra partners with Starlink to provide satellite internet in remote areas, bridging digital divide and boosting connectivity for critical infrastructure.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 2: E Governance

Starlink enters India, signs deal with Maharashtra, Pg9.

Maharashtra partners with Starlink to provide satellite internet in remote areas, bridging digital divide and boosting connectivity for critical infrastructure.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3rd home for cheetahs coming but there's a challenge: 25 tigers there, Pg9.

Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary preps to become 3rd cheetah home, faces challenge with 25 resident tigers already present.

GS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3rd home for cheetahs coming but there's a challenge: 25 tigers there, Pg9.

Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary preps to become 3rd cheetah home, faces challenge with 25 resident tigers already present.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsGS 2: Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora

Trump looms over COP, even after pulling US out of Paris Pact, Pg10.

Trump's shadow looms over COP negotiations as nations grapple with climate commitments amid shifting global priorities and geopolitical tensions.

Trump looms over COP, even after pulling US out of Paris Pact, Pg10.

Trump's shadow looms over COP negotiations as nations grapple with climate commitments amid shifting global priorities and geopolitical tensions.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

FATF report lauds ED for role in asset recovery, flags challenges, Pg12.

FATF praises ED's asset recovery efforts, citing Rs 6,000 crore Andhra fraud case, but flags legal and coordination challenges.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Internal SecurityGS 3: EconomyGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityGS 2: Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies

FATF report lauds ED for role in asset recovery, flags challenges, Pg12.

FATF praises ED's asset recovery efforts, citing Rs 6,000 crore Andhra fraud case, but flags legal and coordination challenges.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Plans on funding sought from developed nations, Pg12.

Developed nations urged to deliver $300 billion annually by 2035 to aid developing countries in climate action.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: Environment & EcologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Conservation, Pollution and DegradationGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

Plans on funding sought from developed nations, Pg12.

Developed nations urged to deliver $300 billion annually by 2035 to aid developing countries in climate action.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

Govt panel working on new SEZ norms for exporters to access domestic market, Pg15.

Government panel revises SEZ norms, enabling exporters to access domestic markets amid US tariff pressures and boost manufacturing.

Govt panel working on new SEZ norms for exporters to access domestic market, Pg15.

Government panel revises SEZ norms, enabling exporters to access domestic markets amid US tariff pressures and boost manufacturing.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

MeitY unveils AI governance norms, transparency in focus, Pg15.

MeitY introduces AI governance guidelines focusing on transparency, accountability, and ethical AI deployment across sectors under IndiaAI mission.

EthicsGS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsGS 2: Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability

MeitY unveils AI governance norms, transparency in focus, Pg15.

MeitY introduces AI governance guidelines focusing on transparency, accountability, and ethical AI deployment across sectors under IndiaAI mission.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

China suspends some US tariffs but soyabeans stay costly, Pg15.

China partially lifts tariffs on US goods post-summit, but soybean tariffs remain, favoring cheaper Brazilian imports over US.

GS 2: International RelationsGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyGS 2: Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's Interests

China suspends some US tariffs but soyabeans stay costly, Pg15.

China partially lifts tariffs on US goods post-summit, but soybean tariffs remain, favoring cheaper Brazilian imports over US.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

India's 2024 crash toll to rise even as 9 states record decline in accidents, Pg15.

India's road accident fatalities likely to surpass 2023, Uttar Pradesh records highest accident-to-fatality ratio despite safety initiatives.

GS 3: Disaster ManagementGS 3: EconomyPrelimsGS 3: Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.GS 2: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors

India's 2024 crash toll to rise even as 9 states record decline in accidents, Pg15.

India's road accident fatalities likely to surpass 2023, Uttar Pradesh records highest accident-to-fatality ratio despite safety initiatives.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Investment Models

Nvidia, Qualcomm Ventures join India's deeptech push, Pg15.

Nvidia, Qualcomm Ventures invest $850 million in Indian deep-tech startups, boosting AI, semiconductors, and robotics sectors.

GS 2: GovernanceGS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: EconomyGS 3: Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthGS 3: Investment Models

Nvidia, Qualcomm Ventures join India's deeptech push, Pg15.

Nvidia, Qualcomm Ventures invest $850 million in Indian deep-tech startups, boosting AI, semiconductors, and robotics sectors.

News Analysis

Stubble-burning area in key Punjab districts 20% lower than last year, reveals satellite data, Pg1

Stubble-burning area in key Punjab districts 20% lower than last year, reveals satellite data, Pg1

Centre’s governance guidelines for AI call for trust and safety, Pg1

Centre’s governance guidelines for AI call for trust and safety, Pg1

Clean up the voter list urgently, but not the Bihar way, Pg8

Clean up the voter list urgently, but not the Bihar way, Pg8

In Brazil, COP30 and the moment of truth, Pg8

In Brazil, COP30 and the moment of truth, Pg8

Death on the move, Pg8

Death on the move, Pg8

Data, dissent and uncertainty, Pg9

Data, dissent and uncertainty, Pg9

The malleable Code of Conduct, Pg9

The malleable Code of Conduct, Pg9

What constitutes as contempt of court in India?, Pg10

What constitutes as contempt of court in India?, Pg10

Challenges facing the upcoming income survey, Pg10

Challenges facing the upcoming income survey, Pg10

Forgotten men: the story of two peacemakers and their ideas of the world, Pg11

Forgotten men: the story of two peacemakers and their ideas of the world, Pg11

FATF releases updated asset recovery framework; India played a key role, says ED, Pg12

FATF releases updated asset recovery framework; India played a key role, says ED, Pg12

Chinese varsities dominate QS Asia rankings; India slips, Pg14

Chinese varsities dominate QS Asia rankings; India slips, Pg14

Police File Case in Bilaspur Train Crash, Pg 14.

Police File Case in Bilaspur Train Crash, Pg 14.

China extends suspension of extra tariffs on U.S. goods, Pg16

China extends suspension of extra tariffs on U.S. goods, Pg16

Clearest black hole merger signal yet allows probe of Hawking’s law, PgII

Clearest black hole merger signal yet allows probe of Hawking’s law, PgII

Corruption cloud: Skill Ministry blacklists 178 training partners, Pg1.

Corruption cloud: Skill Ministry blacklists 178 training partners, Pg1.

App helps police bust trafficking racket, 6 rescued, Pg3.

App helps police bust trafficking racket, 6 rescued, Pg3.

Starlink enters India, signs deal with Maharashtra, Pg9.

Starlink enters India, signs deal with Maharashtra, Pg9.

3rd home for cheetahs coming but there's a challenge: 25 tigers there, Pg9.

3rd home for cheetahs coming but there's a challenge: 25 tigers there, Pg9.

Trump looms over COP, even after pulling US out of Paris Pact, Pg10.

Trump looms over COP, even after pulling US out of Paris Pact, Pg10.

FATF report lauds ED for role in asset recovery, flags challenges, Pg12.

FATF report lauds ED for role in asset recovery, flags challenges, Pg12.

Plans on funding sought from developed nations, Pg12.

Plans on funding sought from developed nations, Pg12.

Govt panel working on new SEZ norms for exporters to access domestic market, Pg15.

Govt panel working on new SEZ norms for exporters to access domestic market, Pg15.

MeitY unveils AI governance norms, transparency in focus, Pg15.

MeitY unveils AI governance norms, transparency in focus, Pg15.

China suspends some US tariffs but soyabeans stay costly, Pg15.

China suspends some US tariffs but soyabeans stay costly, Pg15.

India's 2024 crash toll to rise even as 9 states record decline in accidents, Pg15.

India's 2024 crash toll to rise even as 9 states record decline in accidents, Pg15.

Nvidia, Qualcomm Ventures join India's deeptech push, Pg15.

Nvidia, Qualcomm Ventures join India's deeptech push, Pg15.

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