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The Asian Youth Games (AYG) is a continental-level multi-sport event organised under the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) to identify, nurture and prepare young athletic talent from across Asia. The Games target athletes aged 14–18 and function as a structured pathway to elite international competitions such as the Asian Games and the Olympic Games. Beyond competition, AYG promotes cultural integration, discipline, leadership and sporting ethics among Asia’s youth.

India’s Constitution, adopted on 26 November 1949 and enforced from 26 January 1950, has completed 75 years as the foundation of Indian democracy. To commemorate this milestone and strengthen mass awareness about constitutional values, the Government of India launched the nationwide campaign titled “Hamara Samvidhan – Hamara Samman”, which later evolved into “Hamara Samvidhan – Hamara Swabhiman”.

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India’s defence sector is undergoing rapid indigenisation under Aatmanirbhar Bharat, aiming to reduce import dependence, enhance exports, strengthen R&D, and enable private sector + MSME participation.

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On November 3, the International Day for Biosphere Reserves is observed to promote harmony between nature and communities. These reserves act as “living laboratories” for sustainable development, biodiversity protection, and local welfare. India celebrates this day with pride, having a strong network of 18 biosphere reserves covering 91,425 sq. km — 13 of which are recognized by UNESCO under the Man and Biosphere (MAB) Programme.

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7 November 2025 marks the 150th anniversary of India’s National Song “Vande Mataram,” composed by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee.

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– The India–EFTA TEPA came into effect on 1 October 2025, signed on 10 March 2024 in New Delhi.

– It is India’s first Free Trade Agreement with four developed European nations — Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.

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Launched in January 2025, the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) is India’s 7-year strategic blueprint (2024–25 to 2030–31) to secure supply chains of essential minerals critical for clean energy, electronics, transport, and defense. With ₹16,300 crore in government expenditure and ₹18,000 crore expected from PSUs, it aims to ensure mineral self-reliance and technological independence.

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GSAT-7R is India’s latest and most advanced communication satellite dedicated to the Indian Navy. Launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), it significantly strengthens maritime communication and operational capabilities across the vast Indian Ocean Region. This satellite marks a major milestone in India’s mission to build a secure, indigenous, and technologically superior defence infrastructure. By enhancing encrypted communication support for ships, submarines, aircraft, and naval bases, GSAT-7R elevates India into a new era of maritime security and strategic readiness.