PM Celebrates Diwali with Security Forces in Bastar — The Prime Minister visited the CoBRA Operations Base at Karanpur, described in the source as a training base and launch pad for counter-Naxal operations in Bastar and Abujhmad.
Prime Minister Shares Diwali Celebrations with Jawans in Bastar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared glimpses of Diwali celebrations with Jawans at the CoBRA Operations Base in Karanpur, Bastar, Chhattisgarh. He credited security forces for the celebrations and said development was the way ahead.
Key facts
The celebrations took place at the CoBRA Operations Base in Karanpur, Bastar, Chhattisgarh.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared glimpses of the event on X.
Modi credited security forces for enabling the Diwali celebrations in Bastar.
He said Naxalism was history and development was the way ahead.
The Prime Minister described the occasion as special and memorable.
Exam relevance: Relevant to internal security and development in areas affected by Naxalism, as well as the role of security forces.
PM Celebrates Diwali with Security Forces in Bastar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the CoBRA Operations Base at Karanpur in Bastar, Chhattisgarh, to celebrate Diwali with security personnel. In his address, he credited security forces and government policies with progress against Left-Wing Extremism and highlighted development initiatives in affected areas.
Key facts
The Prime Minister visited the CoBRA Operations Base at Karanpur, described in the source as a training base and launch pad for counter-Naxal operations in Bastar and Abujhmad.
He thanked personnel from the CRPF, CoBRA, BSF, ITBP, SSB, state police forces and other units for their service.
The Prime Minister said every district had been rendered Naxal-free and described the 2026 Diwali as the first festival of lights after the country’s victory over Maoist terror.
He cited development work in Left-Wing Extremism-affected areas, including roads, mobile towers, Eklavya schools, ITIs and skill development centres.
He referred to the Bastar Olympics as a sign of change in the region, saying children were taking up sports rather than guns.
Exam relevance: Relevant to internal security and Left-Wing Extremism, the role of central and state security forces, and development measures in affected and tribal regions.
Rajnath Singh Celebrates Deepawali with Troops in Sikkim
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh celebrated Deepawali with personnel of the Trishakti Corps in Sikkim’s forward areas. He paid tribute at the Sherathang War Memorial and visited the Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial.
Key facts
The visit took place on November 8, 2026, at Sherathang, Sikkim.
Rajnath Singh celebrated Deepawali with soldiers of the Trishakti Corps, also known as 33 Corps.
He was accompanied by Chief of the Army Staff General Dhiraj Seth and senior Eastern Command and 33 Corps officers.
He urged personnel to uphold discipline, courage and strong relations with local communities.
He paid homage at the Sherathang War Memorial and visited the Baba Harbhajan Singh Memorial.
The source states that approximately 26,000 names of fallen soldiers are inscribed at the National War Memorial in New Delhi.
Exam relevance: Relevant to defence and national affairs, including the Indian Army’s role in border security, civil-military relations and war memorials.
Prime Minister Celebrates Diwali with Security Forces in Bastar
During an interaction with security personnel in Bastar, Chhattisgarh, the Prime Minister praised their role in countering Naxalism and said the country had achieved a major milestone in its fight against Naxalite and Maoist terror.
Key facts
The Prime Minister celebrated Diwali with security forces in Bastar, Chhattisgarh.
He said every district in the country was now free from Naxalism.
He recalled that more than 230 districts across nearly 20 states had once been affected by Naxalism.
He cited the 2010 Dantewada attack in which 76 CRPF personnel were martyred.
He said efforts had targeted funding networks, weapons supplies, movement and recruitment linked to Naxalism.
He credited security forces, including the CRPF, CoBRA, BSF, ITBP and state police, for their role.
Exam relevance: Relevant to internal security, Left-Wing Extremism, the role of central and state security forces, and development in affected regions.
Green Diwali Campaign 2026 Appeals for Cleaner Air
WWF-India’s EIACP Programme Centre, supported by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has urged Delhi-NCR residents to celebrate a cracker-free Diwali. The appeal is part of the nationwide Green Diwali Campaign 2026 under Mission LiFE.
Key facts
The campaign runs from 20 October to 8 November 2026 under Mission LiFE.
It gives special focus to 130 National Clean Air Programme cities across 24 States and Union Territories.
CPCB placed Delhi’s air quality in the Very Poor category; forecasts indicated it might reach the Severe category during the festive days.
CAQM is implementing measures under the Graded Response Action Plan in the region.
WWF-India invited citizens to take a Green Diwali Pledge and encouraged them to use its Carbon Footprint Survey.
Exam relevance: Relevant to environmental issues, air pollution control, Mission LiFE, NCAP and the roles of CPCB and CAQM.
Sacred Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha Draw 31,000 Visitors in Tawang
A seven-day exposition of the sacred relics of Shakyamuni Buddha concluded at Tawang Monastery on 7 November 2026. The event included exhibitions and an international conference on Buddhism, with the relics scheduled to travel next to Bomdila and then Namsai.
Key facts
The exposition was organised by the Ministry of Culture, the Government of Arunachal Pradesh and the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC).
A total of 31,000 devotees and visitors attended the seven-day exposition at Gaden Namgyal Lhatse, or Tawang Monastery.
The relics arrived in Tawang from the National Museum, New Delhi, on 31 October 2026.
Two exhibitions explored the Piprahwa relics and Buddhism’s historical, artistic and cultural legacy.
The IBC held an international conference on the dissemination of Buddhism in the Himalayan region and beyond on 2 November 2026.
The relics were scheduled for public darshan at Bomdila from 8 to 13 November and at Namsai from 14 to 20 November 2026.
Exam relevance: Relevant to questions on Arunachal Pradesh, Buddhist heritage, cultural institutions and government efforts to promote India’s cultural ties with Buddhist communities.
Prime Minister to Celebrate Diwali with Security Personnel in Bastar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is heading to Bastar, Chhattisgarh, to celebrate Diwali with security personnel and pay tribute to their service and sacrifices. He said the region, once affected by Naxalism, is now witnessing development.
Key facts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is heading to Bastar, Chhattisgarh.
The planned visit is to celebrate Diwali with security personnel.
The Prime Minister said he would pay tribute to their sacrifices and service.
He described Bastar as an area where Naxalism once held sway.
He said development is now flourishing in the region.
Exam relevance: Relevant to internal security and regional development, including questions on Naxalism-affected areas and current affairs involving Chhattisgarh.
PM appreciates Maharashtra Chief Minister’s Diwali visit with farmers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for celebrating Diwali with farmers in Lohari Sawanga village, Nagpur district.
Key facts
Devendra Fadnavis is the Chief Minister of Maharashtra.
Fadnavis celebrated Diwali with farmers in Lohari Sawanga village.
The village is in Narkhed, Nagpur.
Fadnavis stayed at the residence of Arunabai and Rambhau Balpande.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the gesture in a post on X.
Exam relevance: Useful as a state-level current-affairs update involving the Maharashtra Chief Minister and Nagpur district.
Shram Samvad on Labour Codes held in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment and the Madhya Pradesh Labour Department jointly held a district-level programme in Dewas to build awareness of Labour Codes, employer compliance and social protection. The event included government officials and industry representatives.
Key facts
Shram Samvad was held in Dewas, Madhya Pradesh, on 5 November 2026.
It was jointly organised by the Ministry of Labour and Employment and the Madhya Pradesh Labour Department, with industry partners.
The programme covered compliance requirements under the four Labour Codes and the Central Rules made under them.
More than 100 participants attended, including employers and industry, legal, HR and finance professionals.
Sessions covered the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Scheme.
The Ministry shared a Handbook of Compliance for Employers and a compilation of frequently asked questions.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on labour reforms, employer compliance, social security schemes and Centre-State coordination in labour administration.
Prime Minister Greets L.K. Advani as He Enters His 100th Year
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Bharat Ratna and former Deputy Prime Minister L.K. Advani on 8 November as he entered his 100th year. Modi highlighted Advani’s contributions to the Jana Sangh, the BJP and public life, including his role during the Emergency and the Somnath-to-Ayodhya Rath Yatra.
Key facts
The greetings were shared by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 8 November.
L.K. Advani entered his 100th year on that date.
The excerpt identifies Advani as a Bharat Ratna and former Deputy Prime Minister.
Modi recalled Advani’s contributions to strengthening the Jana Sangh and building the BJP.
The Prime Minister referred to Advani’s stand for democracy during the Emergency.
The excerpt mentions Advani’s leadership of the Somnath-to-Ayodhya Rath Yatra.
Exam relevance: Relevant to Indian political history and the public life of a former Deputy Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna recipient.
Vice-President inaugurates Deepotsav 2026 in Ayodhya
Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated Deepotsav 2026 at Ram Ki Paidi in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. The celebrations featured cultural performances, a Saryu Aarti and plans for large-scale diya illumination across the city.
Key facts
Deepotsav 2026 was inaugurated at Ram Ki Paidi in Ayodhya.
The Vice-President participated in the Saryu Aarti at Naya Ghat.
Deepotsav began in 2017 with over 1.7 lakh lamps, according to the Vice-President.
The 2025 celebration reached over 26 lakh lamps.
The tenth edition envisaged more than 30 lakh diyas at Ram Ki Paidi and over 70 lakh across Ayodhya.
More than 2,100 indigenous drones were to depict scenes from the Ramayana, and around 1,000 artists participated in cultural programmes.
The Vice-President highlighted livelihood opportunities for potters, artisans, performers and local service providers.
Exam relevance: Relevant to Uttar Pradesh state current affairs, cultural heritage, tourism and the role of festivals in supporting local livelihoods.
The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) concluded Special Campaign 6 in October 2026. The campaign focused on administrative efficiency, cleanliness, record management, grievance redressal and public service delivery.
Key facts
Special Campaign 6 was conducted during October 2026.
EPFO Head Office, training academies, 21 zonal offices and regional and district offices participated.
The campaign included mass pledge-taking and grievance redressal activities.
EPFO undertook time-bound disposal of grievances during the campaign.
After disposal of PMOPG cases, petitioners were contacted by telephone for feedback.
Cleanliness and record-management activities helped improve office spaces and management.
Exam relevance: Relevant to questions on EPFO and administrative initiatives focused on grievance redressal, transparency and citizen-centric public service delivery.
Rajnath Singh Reviews Trishakti Corps Readiness and LAC Infrastructure
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh reviewed Trishakti Corps’ operational preparedness at Sukna, West Bengal, and received a briefing on infrastructure development along the Line of Actual Control and the deployment of advanced military equipment. He also highlighted logistics, emerging security threats, troop welfare and the importance of the North-East.
Key facts
Rajnath Singh reviewed Trishakti Corps at Sukna, West Bengal, on November 7, 2026.
He was briefed on LAC infrastructure development and the deployment of advanced equipment and emerging technologies.
The Raksha Mantri described Sukna as a critical logistics hub supporting movement to forward locations.
He cited hybrid warfare, cyber-attacks, drone incursions and information warfare as security challenges.
He highlighted increased budgetary allocations for roads, tunnels, border infrastructure and modern equipment.
He encouraged attention to soldiers’ mental health and emotional well-being.
Exam relevance: Relevant to defence and internal security topics, including border infrastructure, military logistics, emerging technologies and troop welfare.
Amit Shah Reviews Gujarat’s Law and Order and Internal Security
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting in Ahmedabad to review Gujarat’s law and order and internal security. Discussions covered border and coastal security, criminal law implementation, drug trafficking, cybercrime, terrorism, illegal migration and disaster management.
Key facts
The meeting was held in Ahmedabad on 7 November 2026.
Gujarat has a coastline of nearly 2,340 kilometres and shares an international border with Pakistan.
The state reported filing 92% of chargesheets within 60 days and 86% within 90 days.
A special drive was directed to clear more than 25,000 pending forensic cases.
The Home Minister called for action against entire drug networks, including their principal kingpins, and prioritisation of financial investigations.
He directed enhanced capacity for S4C and the 1930 helpline, and stronger counter-terrorism agencies.
The meeting noted the deportation of 2,412 illegal foreign nationals under special drives.
Exam relevance: Relevant to state administration, internal security, coastal and border security, criminal justice implementation, cybercrime and disaster management.
President Droupadi Murmu extended Diwali greetings to people in India and abroad, highlighting the festival’s cultural and devotional significance and calling for environmental preservation, harmony and contribution to Viksit Bharat.
Key facts
President Droupadi Murmu sent greetings to citizens on the eve of Diwali.
Her message described Diwali as commemorating Bhagwan Shri Ram’s return to Ayodhya after his victory over Ravana.
The President said Diwali symbolises the victory of virtues over negative tendencies and the beginning of a joyful, prosperous life.
She called for preserving the environment, living in harmony and contributing to building Viksit Bharat.
Exam relevance: Useful for questions on the President’s public messages and the cultural significance associated with Diwali.
