60sIndia edition: 1 November 2026
The 14 most important Indian news stories of 1 November 2026, explained in 60 seconds, with Hindi translations, key terms and exam notes.
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After Arnab, Cyclone Murasu set to hit south Andhra coast on 3 November
अर्नब के बाद चक्रवात मुरासु 3 नवंबर को दक्षिण आंध्र तट से टकराने को तैयार
A second storm within a week strains coastal districts still recovering from Arnab. Early warnings help farmers, fishermen and officials prepare and save lives.
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Delhi's Winter Action Plan kicks in: non-BS-VI outside vehicles barred, no fuel without PUC
दिल्ली की शीतकालीन कार्य योजना लागू: बाहर के गैर-BS-VI वाहनों पर रोक, PUC के बिना ईंधन नहीं
Delhi's air turns dangerous every winter. Vehicles and dust are major local sources, so curbing them early could prevent the worst smog days.
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💰 Economy · 1 Nov 2026
Centre releases extra ₹1.09 lakh crore tax devolution to states; UP gets the biggest share
केंद्र ने राज्यों को ₹1.09 लाख करोड़ का अतिरिक्त कर हस्तांतरण जारी किया; सबसे बड़ा हिस्सा उत्तर प्रदेश को
States run schools, hospitals, police and roads but collect fewer taxes than the Centre. An early, larger transfer gives them cash to build and pay for welfare without extra borrowing.
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🏑 Sports · 1 Nov 2026
Sindhu beats Anmol Kharb to reach Hylo Open final; Lakshya Sen also in title round
अनमोल खरब को हराकर सिंधु हायलो ओपन के फ़ाइनल में; लक्ष्य सेन भी ख़िताबी मुक़ाबले में
Sindhu and Lakshya are in finals at the same event for the first time since 2024. Back-to-back finals also show Sindhu is in strong form, giving India two shots at titles on one day.
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☀️ Schemes · 1 Nov 2026
Centre sets up national social security boards for gig, platform and unorganised workers
केंद्र ने गिग, प्लेटफ़ॉर्म और असंगठित कामगारों के लिए राष्ट्रीय सामाजिक सुरक्षा बोर्ड बनाए
Gig workers usually get no pension, paid leave or health cover from the apps they work for. A formal board gives them a seat at the table where welfare schemes are designed.
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🏛️ Polity · 1 Nov 2026
Police officer accused of corruption can't claim parity with a layman, says Supreme Court, cancelling Karnataka SP's bail
भ्रष्टाचार के आरोपी पुलिस अफ़सर आम आदमी जैसी बराबरी नहीं माँग सकते: सुप्रीम कोर्ट ने कर्नाटक के SP की ज़मानत रद्द की
If the officers of an anti-corruption body are themselves accused, public trust in it suffers. The ruling says such cases deserve closer scrutiny, not softer treatment.
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Quad ministers pledge over $85 million for trusted AI and warn against economic coercion
क्वाड मंत्रियों ने भरोसेमंद AI के लिए 8.5 करोड़ डॉलर से ज़्यादा का वादा किया, आर्थिक दबाव के ख़िलाफ़ चेताया
India imports much of its oil through the Strait of Hormuz and trades heavily via the Red Sea. A Quad push on safe sea lanes and supply chains directly serves Indian interests.
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🏛️ Polity · 1 Nov 2026
President Murmu leads Haryana's 60th formation day celebrations in Kurukshetra
राष्ट्रपति मुर्मू कुरुक्षेत्र में हरियाणा के 60वें स्थापना दिवस समारोह में शामिल होंगी
Haryana's story shows how Parliament can redraw India's map under Article 3. Sixty years on, the state is a key farm, industry and sports hub.
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💰 Economy · 1 Nov 2026
Centre sets up high-level committee to suggest banking reforms for Viksit Bharat 2047
केंद्र ने विकसित भारत 2047 के लिए बैंकिंग सुधार सुझाने को उच्चस्तरीय समिति बनाई
Banks carry savings to farmers, shops and factories. Rules shaped now will decide how safely and cheaply credit reaches people as India aims to become a developed nation by 2047.
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☀️ Schemes · 1 Nov 2026
Andhra Pradesh releases ₹3,125 crore to 46.85 lakh farmer families under Annadata Sukhibhava
आंध्र प्रदेश ने अन्नदाता सुखीभव के तहत 46.85 लाख किसान परिवारों को ₹3,125 करोड़ जारी किए
Direct cash before the rabi sowing season helps farmers buy seed and fertiliser without costly loans. It also shows how states can build on a central scheme with their own money.
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FATF takes Bulgaria, Monaco and two others off grey list, vows tougher action on crypto and scams
FATF ने बुल्गारिया, मोनाको और दो अन्य को ग्रे लिस्ट से हटाया, क्रिप्टो और ठगी पर सख़्ती का संकल्प
A grey list tag makes it costlier for a country to borrow and attract investment. FATF's push on crypto and scams also shapes rules that Indian banks and exchanges must follow.
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🚀 Science · 1 Nov 2026
ICMR starts four-year study of 200 families to find genetic triggers of autoimmune diseases
ICMR ने स्वप्रतिरक्षी रोगों के आनुवंशिक कारण खोजने के लिए 200 परिवारों पर चार साल का अध्ययन शुरू किया
Autoimmune diseases are rising and are often found late. Knowing which genes raise the risk could allow earlier detection and better treatments for Indian patients.
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🚀 Science · 1 Nov 2026
Voyager 1 back in contact after brief silence; will be one light-day from Earth on 18 November
थोड़ी देर की चुप्पी के बाद वॉयेजर 1 से फिर संपर्क; 18 नवंबर को पृथ्वी से एक प्रकाश-दिवस दूर होगा
Voyager 1 is the farthest human-made object and the only one directly studying interstellar space from this far. Keeping it alive extends a unique scientific record.
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🏑 Sports · 1 Nov 2026
Youth Olympic Games open in Dakar, first Olympic event in Africa; India send 17
डकार में यूथ ओलंपिक खेल शुरू, अफ़्रीका में पहला ओलंपिक आयोजन; भारत के 17 खिलाड़ी
The Olympic movement has finally reached Africa, the only inhabited continent never to have hosted an Olympic event. For India, these Games are a first look at teenagers who may compete at future Olympics.