India-Japan Dialogue on Economic Security in Tokyo held.

  • Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Japan's Minister Masataka Okano co-chaired the dialogue.
  • The meeting focused on economic security, strategic trade, and technology collaboration.
  • Both sides agreed on talent exchange, upskilling, and fostering business-academic partnerships.
  • The dialogue was recognized as a timely step to enhance the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership.


Government launches National Campaign, Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat.

  • The campaign was launched by Women and Child Development Minister Annpurna Devi.
  • It aims to eradicate child marriage, a human rights violation, across India.
  • 130 districts have been identified for focused efforts under the campaign.
  • The Child Marriage-Free Bharat portal was unveiled to raise awareness and report cases.


Syed Modi International 2024 badminton tournament kicks off in Lucknow.

  • The Syed Modi International 2024, a BWF Super 300 event, started in Lucknow.
  • Lakshya Sen, a Paris 2024 Olympics semi-finalist, is the top-ranked Indian in men’s singles.
  • Matches are being held at Babu Banarasi Das Indoor Stadium, concluding on 1st December.
  • Asian Games gold medallist duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have withdrawn.


NADA suspends Bajrang Punia for 4 years.

  • Bajrang Punia was suspended for refusing to provide a doping test sample during national trials on March 10.
  • NADA initially imposed a provisional suspension on April 23, followed by United World Wrestling.
  • The ban was temporarily revoked on May 31, pending a formal charge issued on June 23.
  • Hearings held on September 20 and October 4 confirmed the four-year suspension.


Govt announces quantum startups for all domains.

  • Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the selection of quantum startups in New Delhi.
  • These startups span key areas: quantum communications, computing, sensing, and materials.
  • The initiative aims to boost commercialization and foster sustainable startups.
  • Selected startups are envisioned as leaders for Viksit Bharat 2047.
  • India joins a select group of nations implementing a national quantum mission.

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