November 2, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted India’s sustained economic growth amid global challenges, while the Defence Ministry signed contracts worth over ₹53,880 crore for eight next-generation Navy corvettes. Meanwhile, Cyclone Murasu threatens parts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, prompting authorities to intensify evacuation and disaster preparedness measures.
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- PM Modi Says India Sustains High Growth Amid Global Challenges: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India has effectively managed unprecedented global challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the West Asia crisis, while maintaining a high growth rate. He was speaking after inaugurating the four-day Bharat R...
- Defence Ministry Signs ₹53,880 Crore Contracts for Eight Navy Corvettes: The Ministry of Defence signed contracts worth over ₹53,880 crore with Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited and Goa Shipyard Limited for eight next-generation corvettes for the Indian Navy.
- Cyclone Murasu: Odisha Steps Up Evacuation and Disaster Preparedness: Odisha has intensified preparedness measures as Severe Cyclonic Storm Murasu threatens southern districts with heavy to very heavy rainfall. Seven districts are being closely monitored, particularly areas recovering from Cyclone Arnab and subsequent floods.
- Amit Shah Directs Establishment of FRROs in All States by 2027: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed that Foreigners Regional Registration Offices (FRROs) be established in all state capitals by next year. Currently, FRRO offices are operational in 20 states, with the initiative aimed at promoting India as an attractive destination.
- Specialised Training and Foreign Language Courses Needed for Skilled Youth: The Secretary of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship called for developing a network of Centres of Excellence to strengthen India’s skill development ecosystem and provide quality training to young people. The remarks were made at a Recognition of Excellence certificate-awarding ceremony in New Delhi.
- Captive and Commercial Coal Production Rises 42% to 22.03 MT in October: Coal production from captive and commercial mines increased to 22.03 million tonnes in October, compared with over 15 million tonnes in October 2025. Coal dispatches also rose to more than 21 million tonnes from 15 million tonnes a year earlier.
- Ajit Doval Holds Defence Cooperation Talks with Vietnam: National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met Vietnam’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, General Phan Van Giang, in Hanoi. The discussions reviewed bilateral defence cooperation and agreed to strengthen engagement in the sector.
- Government Notifies Grievance Redressal Rules for VB-G RAM G Scheme: The government has notified the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Grievance Redressal Rules, 2026. The rules establish a structured, multi-tier and time-bound mechanism to address grievances related to the scheme’s implementation.
- IAF Schools Adopt Child Digital Safety Programme: The Indian Air Force has onboarded Air Force Schools nationwide onto ScrollControl, a Child Digital Safety Programme. The initiative has been launched through the Indian Air Force Educational and Cultural Society under Air Headquarters.
- Rajnath Singh Meets Newly Appointed Chief of Air Staff: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Air Chief Marshal Asutosh Dixit, the newly appointed Chief of Air Staff. Singh described him as a distinguished air warrior known for leadership and wished him a successful tenure.
